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Campfire Story Nights at DFK Pavilion: Elementary Night (ages 4 - 9)

Join us for a fun night of reading and activities around the firepit. Each child is asked to bring a book to swap with a new friend during independent reading. Visit the Library Bookmobile, participate in a literacy focused activity and enjoy S’mores and Storytime! Blankets and Chairs are encouraged for extra comfort. DFK Pavilion, 1200 Parker Blvd.
Dates: 
07/15/2025
08/12/2025
6 - 7:30 pm
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Location:

299 Decatur Road
Buffalo, NY, 14223
United States

Phone:

716-831-1001

FREE Outdoor Movie at Olcott Beach Carousel Park: Miracle on 34th Street

The Olcott Beach Community Association is hosting FREE Outdoor Movie Nights at the Olcott Beach Carousel Park. The gates open at 7pm - movies start at dusk, but the Carousel, duck pond and skee-ball lanes will be running from 7pm until movie time! Bring lawn chairs/blankets! Concessions available while supplies last! You are welcome to also bring your own, but no glass bottles and no alcohol please!
Dates: 
07/16/2025
gates open at 6; movies at dusk
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Location:

5979 Main St.
Olcott, NY, 14126
United States

Phone:

716-778-7066

Unlimited Play Summer Pass at Urban Air

This all-access 60-day pass gets you unlimited visits to the park, 7 days a week, all summer long. Sip, snack, share and save while making unforgettable memories with your friends and family! Buy your pass and start your summer NOW! Your pass is valid for park visits and the yummy café offers when you purchase – so your endless summer adventure can begin IMMEDIATELY! That all equals the best…summer…EVER!
Dates: 
07/15/2025
07/16/2025
07/17/2025
all day
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Location:

1 Walden Galleria
Buffalo, NY, 14225
United States

Friday Night Concerts On Old Falls Street: Letter To Elise

Free live music returns to Old Falls Street in downtown Niagara Falls, NY! Enjoy food trucks, live music, and fun for all ages every Friday night this summer. Opening Acts will play from 5 - 7, followed by the headliners from 7 - 10.
Dates: 
07/18/2025
5 - 10 pm
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Location:

101 Old Falls Street
Niagara Falls, NY, 14303
United States

Phone:

716-282-8992

200th birthday concert with the BPO at Cazenovia Park

Enjoy an evening of inspired music by the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra (BPO) at Cazenovia Park. The concert will include music the celebrates the cultural makeup of Buffalo, including works with Irish, Polish, Hispanic, and Black and African American roots. This event has a rain date on July 16. FREE admission.
Dates: 
07/15/2025
7 - 9 pm
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Location:

Cazenovia Park
155 Cazenovia St
Buffalo, NY, 14210
United States

Phone:

716-838-1249

The Genesee County Fair 2025

The 186th Genesee County Fair will be held July 19th - 26th, 2025. Preview Night July 18th. The Midway will be open from Tuesday July 22 - Saturday July 26. There will be Kids Day Ride Specials on Wednesday, Friday, & Saturday. Enjoy great food, rides, contests, races, demolition derby, animals, and so much more!!
Dates: 
07/18/2025
07/19/2025
07/20/2025
varies, see website
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Organization:

Genesee County Fair

Location:

Genesee County Fairgrounds 5056 East Main Street
Batavia, NY, 14020
United States

National Carousel Day

With general admission, visitors can watch carvers at work, enjoy unlimited carousel rides, and participate in special educational programming! From 10:00am-2:00pm enjoy special programming by our educational partners!
Dates: 
07/25/2025
10am-4pm
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Location:

180 Thompson St
North Tonawanda , NY, 14120
United States

Phone:

716-693-1885

FREE Outdoor Family Movie Night & Kids Pajama Party at at Depew Fireman's Park

FREE Outdoor Family Movie Night & Kids Pajama Party at the NEW Depew Fireman's Park pavilion, enjoy a FREE family friendly movie with the entire family. Bring the lawn chairs and blankets and get ready for the FUN! We also have a pajama party for the kids with prizes awarded for cutest pajamas, craziest pajamas and wildest slippers.
Dates: 
07/16/2025
07/23/2025
07/30/2025
dusk
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Location:

4367 Broadway
Depew, NY, 14043
United States

Phone:

716-683-1849

Tykes Tuesday 2025 Summer Kids Club at Walden Galleria

Tykes Tuesday is back for another summer at Walden Galleria, so get ready for a great lineup of events that kids (and parents) will love! Tykes Tuesday 2025, presented by Chick-fil-A®, will take place every Tuesday from July 8th – August 26th, supported by Billy Beez and South Buffalo Charter School. So, what exactly is Tykes Tuesday? It’s a morning filled with fun FREE activities on Tuesdays during the summer for all to enjoy right here at Walden Galleria! NEW THIS YEAR! At every Tykes Tuesday event, Chick-fil-A® will be serving up its signature chicken sandwiches along with a selection of kid-friendly sides and beverages from 11am – 1pm!
Dates: 
07/15/2025
07/22/2025
07/29/2025
varies
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Organization:

Walden Galleria

Location:

One Walden Galleria
Buffalo, NY, 14225
United States

Phone:

716-681-7600

Newfane Gazebo Summer Concert

Enjoy a mid-week outdoor concert at the Newfane Gazebo on Main Street with your family! Bring a picnic and your favorite people to listen to some FREE music on a warm summer evening.
Dates: 
07/16/2025
07/23/2025
07/30/2025
7 - 9 pm
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Location:

Main Street
Newfane, NY, 14108
United States

Phone:

(716) 778-8531 Ext 8

Annual Galbani Italian Heritage and Food Festival of Buffalo!

Our festival on Hertel Avenue will take place from July 25 - 27, 2025, celebrating 50 Years in the heart of North Buffalo, bringing Italy’s sights, sounds, and aromas for three glorious days. Dozens of vendors will offer all the traditional Italian and Italian-American specialties we have all grown to love. The festival will be open from 11 am – 9:30 pm Friday and Saturday and 11 am - 7 pm on Sunday. Our festival is a celebration for all ages, with the best entertainment featuring locally and nationally known Italian-American entertainers. From our traditional Grape Stomping, Italian Mass, St. Anthony’s Procession, Sicilian Puppet Shows, crafts for the Bambini, and Italian photo ops, there’s something for every member of the family to enjoy. Again, we welcome the Italian medical students back as our special guests this year.
Dates: 
07/25/2025
07/26/2025
07/27/2025
varies
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Location:

PO Box 39
Buffalo, NY, 14207
United States

Phone:

716-512-1878

Annual Williamsville Old Home Days

Each year, The Jolly Boys of Williamsville host Old Home Days at Island Park in the Village of Williamsville! Old Home Days starts with a parade on Tuesday that is followed by 3 days of fun. From rides and games for the kids, to food and a beer tent with live music for adults, Old Home Days has something for everyone!
Dates: 
07/15/2025
07/16/2025
07/17/2025
varies, see website
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Location:

Island Park- Williamsville
Located behind Town Hall
Williamsville, NY, 14221
United States

Wetland Invasive Stroll at Beaver Island State Park

Join an educator as we take a stroll along Little Beaver Island and explore some different invasive species that live in our wetlands.
Dates: 
07/18/2025
10 - 11 am
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Location:

2136 West Oakfield Road
Grand Island, NY, 14072
United States

Phone:

716-773-3271

Shakespeare at the Terminal

The Shakespeare in Delaware Park players return! They’ll be presenting the Bard’s “Romeo & Juliet.” After all, who doesn’t love a classic love story? Or, is it a tragedy? Arrive early to grab a great spot to experience the show. Don’t forget to bring your comfy lawn chair or blanket. Picnic dinners are welcome at this family-friendly event.
Dates: 
07/17/2025
7 - 8:30 pm
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Location:

495 Paderewski Drive
Buffalo, NY, 14212
United States

Phone:

716-754-6142 x204