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Come play as Explore & More brings the summer fun back with FREE Family Fun Fridays at Canalside! Each week we bring fun and engaging free outdoor programming to our beautiful waterfront. We bring projects, activities and games themed to coincide with museum happenings. Family Fun Days at Canalside are brought to you through the […]
In celebration of the Global Day of Play, Monday, June 21st, Fisher-Price will be on site with selfie stations featuring your favorite toys and characters, including Puppy, Sis, and a life-size Rock-a-Stack. Plus, the Cast and Play Crew will be signing up little ones to go behind the scenes at Fisher-Price as toy testers and […]
The birthday celebration continues with our Birthday Family Day presented by Rich Products, on Saturday, June 26th from 9:30-4:30. Once again, Fisher-Price will be on site with selfie stations and the Cast and Play Crew who will be signing up little ones to go behind the scenes at Fisher-Price as toy testers and models. Plus, […]
Free Play Fridays with Algonquin Sports presented by Wegmans and Project Play Western New York from 11am-1pm outside at Pierce Lawn, Canalside (for children 10 and under). Plus, Milk for Health will be providing free chocolate milk at each session! Each week has a special theme: JULY 2 Bubbles, Blocks, & Balls / An introduction […]
The Buffalo Waterfront Heritage Collaboration is pleased to announce "Waterfront Wednesdays - Children FREE," an Erie County 200 event every Wednesday afternoon this July and August. The Buffalo Waterfront Heritage Collaboration was created by IMAGINE Greater Buffalo 2025 with the Wednesday afternoon "Landmark Cruise" on the Miss Buffalo II and the Buffalo & Erie County Naval and Military Park Museum and allows one FREE child, […]
We are celebrating all things trucks every Wednesday and Friday, all summer long as we work our way through the alphabet. From Ambulance to Zamboni, we will provide truck-themed activities inside the museum, as well as virtually. Additionally, we will have various trucks outside in front of the museum each week for kids to learn […]
Fun in the Sun: action through acting with Theater of Youth. This special free event requires advance registration so be sure to reserve your space today!
Trucking through the Summer from A-Z culminates with our biggest event yet: Touch-a-Truck! Over 50 trucks will be parked along Canalside for a fun outdoor event for the whole family, and did we mention it’s free? Yes, thanks to M&T Bank and Dunn Tire, children can explore construction, utility, and first responder vehicles; honk the horn […]
Join us for a free music & puppet workshop presented by Nusantara Arts. Space is limited for this free event and advance registration is required.
Come join us as we honor those who give so much for this great country of ours. This FREE outdoor event will showcase military, law enforcement, and first responder vehicles, aircraft, and personnel. Plus, join us at the Naval Park for a Remembering 9/11 ceremony. Additionally, there will be hands-on activities for the whole family […]
Grab your friends and some comfy shoes and get ready to compete in this app-based adventure around Canalside, followed by a Finish Line Party. Brought you by your friends at Explore & More, the experts in play. This adults-only scavenger hunt around Canalside (and slightly beyond) will have you searching for clues and answering fun […]
Join us for a free activity day as we celebrate National Farmer's Day! Live farm animals, fun activities and treats for all our friends. Presented by Milk for Health
