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Home Alone Film in Concert with the BPO

See the holiday classic in the most joyful way, with the full film on screen while your BPO performs John Williams’ captivating score live. Kevin McAllister’s madcap defense of his home is still hilarious, and the live orchestra adds warmth, suspense, and extra sparkle to every scene. It is family friendly, perfectly timed for the season, and ideal for starting a tradition. The laughter hits harder, the tender moments land together, and the music feels bigger because it is happening right in front of you. Come with kids, friends, or your own inner crafty 8-year-old and enjoy a night that feels like the holidays arriving in real time.
Dates: 
11/28/2026
11/29/2026
November 28 @ 7:30 pm, November 29 @ 2:30 pm
Location: 
786 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY, USA
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Chris Botti with the BPO

Chris Botti brings his signature trumpet sound to Kleinhans for an evening of elegance and atmosphere. With Ron Spigelman and the BPO, expect luminous melodies, refined artistry, and the kind of shared stillness that only live music can create.
Dates: 
11/14/2026
7:30 pm
Location: 
786 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY, USA
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French Heritage Days at Old Fort Niagara

Visitors will meet French explorers, traders, missionaries and soldiers in this interactive living history event. Learn about French cuisine, travel, military life and recreational pursuits of the early 18th century. Friday's program is for students and runs from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Teachers receive pre-visit information and links to pre-visit videos. To book your visit, contact Marlene at (716) 745-7611 x 223 or email mwessel@oldfortniagara.org
Dates: 
11/06/2026
11/07/2026
10 am - 4 pm
Location: 
Old Fort Niagara, Morrow Plaza, Youngstown, NY 14174, United States
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A Letter from Santa, mailed to your child - Santamailer.com **ORDER BY DEC 12!

Get a letter from Santa mailed to your child: a personalized letter from the North Pole with your child's name, mailed in a hand-addressed envelope. The letter is free; you cover $6.99 shipping. Want the real thing? Upgrade to a handwritten letter from Santa, written start to finish by a real person with a pen ($39.99, shipping included). Order by December 12.
Dates: 
11/02/2026
11/03/2026
11/04/2026
12:00am
Location: 
Online Only
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Winter Wonderland at Shea's

Step into a world of holiday magic at Winter Wonderland at Shea's, where Buffalo's magnificent historic theatre becomes a festive playground for the whole family! On Saturday, November 21, from noon to 3 p.m., enjoy photos with Santa, strolling carolers, holiday crafts, and hands-on activities celebrating traditions from around the world. Then settle into the beautiful theatre for a lively lineup of entertainment, including dancing from The Nutcracker by Neglia Ballet, holiday songs from the St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute Swing Choir, a performance of Disney's Frozen favorite "Let It Go," and a cheerful sing-along accompanied by Shea's mighty Wurlitzer organ. The afternoon wraps up with a big-screen showing of the holiday classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. With hot cocoa, festive treats, and plenty of seasonal sparkle, it's a wonderful way to kick off the holidays! Admission is $10 for adults and free for children ages 12 and under.
Dates: 
11/21/2026
12 - 3 pm
Location: 
Sheas Performing Arts Center, 646 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14202, United States
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Kindergarten and Kindergarten Readiness (PK4) Open House

November 4, 2026- 5:45-7 pm. Join us for a special Kindergarten and Kindergarten Readiness Open House at St. Benedict School, where families can explore our nurturing learning environment, meet our dedicated teachers, and discover how we prepare young learners for a strong academic foundation. Come see how our play-based and academically enriched programs support each child's growth and readiness for success in school and beyond.
Dates: 
11/04/2026
5:45 pm-7 pm
Location: 
St Benedict's School, 3980 Main Street, Buffalo, Amherst, NY 14226, United States
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Gabby’s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days at Explore & More

It's time for a paw-some adventure when Gabby's Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days comes to Explore & More Children's Museum, November 6–15, 2026! Little fans can pose with a life-size Gabby standee, search for hidden feline friends in a museum-wide scavenger hunt, and dance along at DJ Catnip Dance Parties. Packed with imagination and playful fun, this special event is included with regular museum admission. The museum is closed November 9–10.
Dates: 
11/06/2026
11/07/2026
11/08/2026
10 am - 4 pm
Location: 
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum, 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14202, United States
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