Feed the Fish
2024-09-06 09:30 - 2024-09-07 10:00 (America/New_York) | Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526, United States
Feed the Fish
Get up close and personal with our family of koi fish with this unique Gardens Exclusive! Enjoy early access to the Botanical Gardens before we open to the public with a special learning experience that’s fun for all ages. Each participant receives a cup of koi fish food and time to help feed our fishy friends!

9:30 am – 10:00 am
Cost: $22/ticket | $16/child 3-12

Adults & Students ages 13 and up – $22.00 Admission is included!
Kids ages 3-12 – $16.00 Admission is included!
Kids 2 and under free but must have a ticket
Member discount does not apply for this special event
Regular admission for the day is included, so you can explore the conservatory after the feeding! This special encounter is limited to 15 people per experience. All tickets must be purchased ahead of time online. Every person must have a ticket!
Our family of koi fish and the Feed the Fish program are proudly cared for in partnership with Masterson’s Garden Center.

Storytime in the Botanical Gardens
2024-09-11 10:30 - 11:30 | Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526, United States
Storytime in the Botanical Gardens
10:30 am – 11:30 am
Cost: Included with admission

Join us for a storytime adventure! Enjoy seasonal nature-themed stories followed by a small craft on select dates in our Wegmans Family Garden. This experience is free with admission and best suited for children under five with their caregivers. Storytime will be held in the Wegmans Family Garden.

Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights
2024-09-12 18:30 - 22:30 | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights
Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights presented by Five Star Bank! Packed with an ALL-NEW lineup of lanterns, it’s time to immerse yourself in the larger-than-life displays of Asian and African animals and culture. Watch nightly cultural performances, indulge in Asian-inspired food, relax in our Beer Garden with a specialty drink, and shop for artisan made goods all night long! Zoo attractions you know and love like the train and carousel will also be open. The possibilities are endless at this fan-favorite event!
When the sun goes down (and our animals are in bed for the night) the Zoo lights up with Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights. Visit evenings June 21-September 21, Thursday–Sunday from 6:30 pm–10:30 pm (ticket holders may enter any time between 6:30–9:45 pm).

Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights Presented by Five Star Bank does not feature the Buffalo Zoo’s animal collection.

Purchase tickets here: https://visit.buffalozoo.org/#/SpecialEvents/Zoomagination

Gameday Viewing Party VIP Suites - Buffalo at Miami
2024-09-12 19:30 - 23:30 | Bufffalo Riverworks, 359 Ganson St., Buffalo, 14203, United States
Gameday Viewing Party VIP Suites – Buffalo at Miami

Reserve Your Suite!
Want to turn your football party up a notch?
How about your own VIP roped off section on our balcony, with the best view of all the action?
Book one of our NEW VIP BALCONY SUITES! Each suite includes seating for up to 8 people, full service food & beverage brought right to your suite AND direct view of our
BRAND NEW SUPER HIGH-DEF LED VIDEO WALL!
Suites are a $119 deposit to book, the $119 will be applied to the VIP SUITE PARTY PACKAGE and credited to your final food & beverage bill, each suite will receive:

1 Large Cheese & Pepperoni Pizza
1 Double (20) Order of Medium Chicken Wings
1 Nacho Platter
Assorted Deli Sub Tray

Our GAME DAY MENU will be available for any additional food orders.
MORE THAN 8 IN YOUR PARTY? IF YOU HURRY, YOU CAN BOOK 2 SIDE BY SIDE SUITES & MAKE THEM 1 HUGE SUITE!
DON’T WAIT, ONLY 10 SUITES AVAILABLE, BOOK YOURS TODAY!!!
We are also accepting PRIVATE PARTY reservations for Game Day Parties, birthdays, corporate outings, bachelor(ette) parties, and more! For private parties or other questions please email us!
Matt Chase: mchase@buffaloriverworks.com
18% gratuity will be added to all food & beverage bills. Sorry NO REFUNDS for cancellations. Tables will only be held for 30 minutes after kickoff. NO REFUNDS for no shows, cancellations or being late. Please select your SUITE, then click the order button.

Mutation Invasion: Flesh-eating Flora
2024-09-13 10:00 - 2024-10-31 16:00 | Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526, United States
Mutation Invasion: Flesh-eating Flora

Get trapped by the haunting allure of carnivorous plants!

September 13, 10:00 am – October 31, 4:00 pm
Cost: Included with admission

Oh no!! The Botanical Gardens is under siege by an abundance of mutated, flesh-eating plants! Carnivorous plants from the permanent collection such as venus flytraps, sundews, and pitcher plants as well as some other creepy plants will be on display along with a marvelous collection of bug-snatching sculptures created by local artist, Melanie Fisher. Visitors will not only learn more about these shocking and interesting plants, but they will be taken on an exciting, and action-packed adventure with the help of a plot-twisting comic strip created by local Buffalo artist, Nate Phillips. Through the exhibit, follow the exciting vintage-inspired comic-book story of Mutation Invasion: Flesh-eating Flora featuring a series of large storyboard posters and get an up-close look at a variety of carnivorous plants. It shares the story of how our carnivorous plants have mutated into even bigger and scarier flesh-eating flora that put the Botanical Gardens’ horticulturists and pollinators at risk of being eaten alive!
Larger-than-life sculptures, hungry plants, and an adventure of a lifetime all wrapped into one exhibition! Visitors will also learn more about carnivorous plants and how convergent evolution is the reason behind the existence of these “natural-born killers.”
Meet the artists!
Melanie Fisher, Sculpture artist

Melanie Fisher grew up with three sisters in Rochester, New York. She received her
Bachelors of Science in Ceramics from the State University of New York at Buffalo State
College, a Post Baccalaureate certificate at Indiana University Southeast and a Masters
in Fine Arts degree in ceramics at Ohio University- also earning a certificate in Visual
Arts Management. She has shown in galleries in New York, Indiana and Ohio as well as
non-traditional spaces including the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens in 2019.
Melanie attended residencies in the US as well as Beijing, China and Ottawa, Canada.
She currently resides in Illinois where she teaches foundational and ceramic courses at
the university level as well as community classes in ceramics. When she is not teaching,
she works on her art practice in her glamorous basement studio!
Melanie Fisher
www.melaniefisherclay.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melaniefisher__/
Nate Phillips, Comic artist

Nate Phillips is a rochester transPlant living in Buffalo! He couldn’t decide on a single medium so he is a freelance artist with his wet, webbed little flippers in all sorts of pockets of art, including (but not limited to) sculpting, painting, illustration, printmaking, animation, woodcarving, graphic novels, and fiber arts when he’s feeling saucy. No matter what medium though, they all share the commonality of his deep love and fascination with the natural world.
“I am chronically unserious and clinically compelled to try and manifest the funny little ideas that bubble up to the surface from within the murk inside my skull.”
Nate Phillips
https://www.phillipsart.net/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_nattousan_

The Independent Health Summer Send Off at Buffalo RiverWorks
2024-09-13 11:00 - 18:00 | Bufffalo Riverworks, 359 Ganson St., Buffalo, 14203, United States
The Independent Health Summer Send Off at Buffalo RiverWorks
Mark your calendars for the third annual Independent Health Summer Send Off at Buffalo RiverWorks, Sept. 13-15! 🎡☀️😎
As our official health and wellness partner, Independent Health will offer discounted activities at Buffalo RiverWorks all weekend long!
👟 Friday 9/13 – BOGO ropes course
🛶 Saturday 9/14* – BOGO kayak rentals
🧗 Sunday 9/15 – BOGO silo rock climbing
Enjoy ziplining discounts and FREE roller skating (small fee for skate rentals) throughout the weekend as well!
The Independent Health RedShirts will be here on Saturday from 2-4 p.m. with FREE giveaways (while supplies last) and fun activities. For more ways to stay healthy, please visit www.independenthealth.com/events

Drop-In Artmaking
2024-09-13 16:00 - 19:30 | Buffalo AKG Art Museum, 1285 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14222, United States
Drop-In Artmaking: Crepe Paper Flowers with Janna Willoughby-Lohr of Papercraft Miracles

Friday, September 13, 2024
4 pm – 7:30 pm EDT

Photo: Jeff Mace

FREE
Studio A, Knox Building
Guests of all ages are invited to join our weekly Drop-in Artmaking from 4 to 7:30 pm, led by a Learning & Creativity Department member.
A different exhibition, theme, or artwork inspires each activity. Art supplies are provided. No registration is required; just stop by Studio A!
Come learn to make your own crepe paper flowers with artist, Janna Willoughby-Lohr of Papercraft Miracles. Learn basic techniques of working with crepe papers to make gorgeous, realistic paper flowers. No experience needed.
This drop-in opportunity is first come, first served, but you are welcome to reserve a spot ahead of time. Please email sserrano@buffaloakg.org to reserve a spot.

Art Truck at Curtain Up! 2024
2024-09-13 21:00 - 23:00 | Buffalo AKG Art Museum, 1285 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14222, United States
Art Truck at Curtain Up! 2024

FREE
1001 East Delavan Avenue
Visit the Art Truck for FREE artmaking activities at None Like You/We Care Outreach’s Christmas in July event!

The Great Pumpkin Farm Festival Weekend #1
2024-09-14 10:00 - 19:00 | The Great Pumpkin Farm, 11199 Main Street, Clarence, NY, 14031
Festival Weekend #1 – September 14 & 15, 2024 – 10am to 7pm
Opening Weekend – Armed Forces Weekend

Opening Weekend Features Aliens in the Cornmaze
(Aliens will be here between Noon & 4pm)
Opening weekend will have all your favorite things to do including the Cornmaze, Boo Barn, Amusement Rides, Zombie Train, Hayrides and much more.
This weekend will also feature Aliens in the Cornmaze from Noon to 4pm

Armed Forces Weekend! If you are Military, Veteran, Police or Fire
You and 1 guest admitted Free with Proper ID!

The Great Pumpkin Farm Festival Weekend #6
2024-09-19 10:00 - 19:00 | The Great Pumpkin Farm, 11199 Main Street, Clarence, NY, 14031
Festival Weekend #6 – October 19 & 20, 2024 – 10am to 7pm
Aliens in the Cornmaze Weekend!

Aliens will be in the Cornmaze from Noon to 4!
We will have all your favorite things to do including the Cornmaze, Boo Barn, Haymaze, Hayrides, Apple & Pumpkin Donuts and much more.

$10 Thursdays
2024-09-19 10:00 - 20:00 | Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526, United States
$10 Thursdays
For a limited time, we’re keeping our doors open late with an exciting discount! Every Thursday from September 19 to November 14, the Botanical Gardens will be open from 10am-8pm for only $10. Bring your friends and family and explore our conservatory all day long.
In addition to discounted admission, you can sign up for a special evening installment of Feed the Fish on select $10 Thursdays! Attendance at Feed the Fish is available at a separate cost, click here for a full list of dates.

Upcoming Events

September 19, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
September 26, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
October 3, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
October 10, 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
October 17, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
October 24, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
October 31, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
November 7, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
November 14, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm

Out of the Darkness Walk
2024-09-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Canalside, 44 Prime St., Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States
Out of the Darkness Walk
Join us at Canalside on September 21st, 2024 for Buffalo Out of the Darkness Walk!
The Community Walks, held in hundreds of cities across the country, are the core of the Out of the Darkness movement, which began in 2004. These events give people the courage to open up about their own connections to the cause, and a platform to create a culture that’s smarter about mental health. Friends, family members, neighbors and coworkers walk side-by-side, supporting each other and in memory of those we’ve lost.
Now, more than ever, it’s important to be there for one another and take steps to safeguard our mental health and prevent suicide.
You can register here.

The Great Pumpkin Farm Festival Weekend #2
2024-09-21 10:00 - 19:00 | The Great Pumpkin Farm, 11199 Main Street, Clarence, NY, 14031
Festival Weekend #2 – September 21 & 22, 2024 – 10am to 7pm
Dinosaurs wandering the Grounds!

Weekend Events & Entertainment include:
Great Food, Rides, Live Music and more!
Dinosaurs will be here from Noon to 4pm wandering the grounds!
Gem Mining, Zombie Train, Apple Cannons, Amusement Rides and so much more!

Music Is Art
2024-09-21 11:00 - 23:00 | Buffalo Outer Harbor, 825 Fuhrmann Blvd., Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Music Is Art

Join us on Saturday, September 21st for the Music Is Art festival as it makes its way to Terminal B at the Outer Harbor!
From 11am-11pm, experience art in all forms with live music, performance art and dancers, pop-up shops, food and beverage, and more!
This event is FREE and open to the public.

Festival Encanto Hispano
2024-09-21 12:00 - 16:00 | Kleinhans Music Hall, 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, 14201, United States
Festival Encanto Hispano

Join us for a vibrant and lively event celebrating Hispanic culture! This day-to-night celebration marks the BPO’s annual collaborative observance of Hispanic Heritage Month with the Hispanic Heritage Council.
¡Únase a nosotros para en un evento vibrante y animado que celebra la cultura hispana! Esta celebración de día a noche marca la celebración anual colaborativa de BPO del Mes de la Herencia Hispana con Hispanic Heritage Council.

Performers & Vendors

Performance Schedule:
12:30pm – Fanny Salsa Dance
1:00pm – Brazil 716 with Stephen Guerra
1:30pm – Son BoriKua with Los Artistas del Barrio Buffalo
2:00pm – Amor and Heritage Traditional Dance Company
2:30pm – La Marimba
3:00pm – Buffalo Tango Orkestra
Food Vendors:
Tangos 716
Gabriela’s Kitchen
Sabor Criollo y mas
Half Luna Empanadas
Merchandise Vendors:
Akiki Love Accessorie
AndaidelisMakes
Angeleev
Artesanía Boricua Familiar
El Buen Amigo & Latin American Cultural Association
Los Artistas del Barrio Buffalo
Multinational Illumination Art
Princessa’s Studio & Art Gallery
Yendy’s Chucherias

Calling artist vendors. For details, and to apply, please fill out our application form:
English language application
For questions and assistance, please contact: Robin Parkinson at rparkinson@bpo.org or (716) 242-7808

Llamando a todos los artistas locales. Para obtener más detalles y postularse, complete nuestro formulario:
Aplicación en Español
Para preguntas y ayuda en español, favor de comunicarse con: Ricardo Saeb al rsaeb.guitar@gmail.com o al (859) 255-3949

Photography Night
2024-09-24 16:00 - 19:00 | Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526, United States
Photography Night
4-7pm
FREE for Members and children under 2
Guest Passes not valid for Photography Nights

Make your reservation today! Bring along your favorite photographer and join us for Photography Nights to get the most out of your photo experience at the Botanical Gardens! We are opening up the Botanical Gardens for the public to take family photos, engagement shoots, senior portraits, maternity photos, baby photos or photos of any special occasion at a reduced rate.

Our Photography Policy (below) will apply during your reservation. Please keep in mind that Photography Nights provide a shared space and you must be respectful of other guests.

KEEP IN MIND! As the sun begins to set in the fall and winter, the Botanical Gardens conservatory will also lose daylight as we are an open glass greenhouse. We will be providing our house lights to create a lovely experience during sunset, but please keep this in mind as both a photographer or model.
If you would like to take posed photography outside of these days and times, a Photography rental reservation is required. To inquire, please contact events@buffalogardens.com.

Photography Policy:

Pets are not permitted.
Furniture and large props are not permitted.
We do not allow drone photography inside.
The Botanical Gardens’ plants, arrangements, exhibits, benches, chairs, tables, signage etc. are not to be moved, walked on, or disturbed in any way. Any destruction will be at the cost of the guest.
If your party is late for your reservation, you will be held to the remaining time of your reservation or you can reschedule for a full session.
No alcoholic beverages are allowed in the facility. We reserve the right to ask anyone who appears to be intoxicated to leave without a refund.
Some exhibits or special events may be taking place on the day of your reservation; therefore, some rooms may be unavailable or altered.

Upcoming Events

September 24, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
October 15, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
November 21, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
November 26, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
December 5, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
December 10, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
December 17, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
