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Botanical Bunny Days!

The Botanical Bunny is hopping over to the Botanical Gardens this spring! Take in the sights and smells of the gorgeous blooming bulbs this spring and say hello to the Botanical Bunny! All visitors on this day are welcome to take photos with our fuzzy friend. Also included with admission on these two days will be face painting and a scavenger hunt to find golden eggs and carrots.
Dates: 
04/18/2025
04/19/2025
10am-2pm
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Organization:

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Location:

2655 South Park Avenue
Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526
United States
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Phone:

716-827-1584

Easter Bunny Cake Pop Decorating Class

MOST SCHOOLS ARE OFF THIS DAY!! Grab your little bunnies and come out for some fun decorating Easter bunny faces & butts!! In this class, you’ll receive 6 cake pops and we’ll go step by step to show you how to roll, dip and decorate to look like your very own Easter bunnies (or bunny butts!)! This class is a TON of fun, for kiddos & adults alike! There is no minimum age to participate in this class, all are welcome! If you’re signing up a child and want to help with their decorating, please let me know that you will need extra seating ahead of time. This helps with spacing and seating in the room. Minimum age for this particular class is 8 years old.
Dates: 
04/14/2025
11 am - 1 pm
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Organization:

Buffalo Cake Pops

Location:

27 Chandler St
Buffalo, NY, 14207
United States
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Phone:

716-992-0868

Summer Play Camp - Register for whole weeks or just drop in!

Summer Camp Registration is NOW OPEN! Things parents LOVE about our summer camps: You don't have to register for weeks at a time. Simply drop-in and select any day(s) or even half days you need! We offer early and extended hours for flexibility. 1:8 camper to staff ratios. Weekly themes and activities designed by a NYS certified teacher. Weekly outings (with safe transportation provided!!) to the Clearfield Splashpad and so much more!! Spots are limited so "Hop In" soon!!
Dates: 
06/30/2025
07/01/2025
07/02/2025
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8AM
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Organization:

Friendship Fortress

Location:

1590 Hopkins Rd.
Amherst, NY, 14221
United States
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or Kids & Families: Wearable Art Button Making Class at WNY Book Arts

In this hands-on wearable art button making class, children & families will design their own custom buttons using a variety of materials inspired by a specific art movement or theme, such as antique photos, comic book imagery, or nature and animal motifs. Each participant will not only create their own unique buttons but will also receive a button crafted by another attendee, fostering creativity and connection within the group. Bring along your friends and family for a fun and creative outing. This workshop is a great way to bond while exploring art, creating unique buttons, and sharing your designs with others.
Dates: 
04/12/2025
10:30 am - 12 pm
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Organization:

WNY Book Arts Center

Location:

468 Washington Street
Buffalo, NY, 14203
United States
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Phone:

716-348-1430

Toddler & Me Seed Starting

Bring the kiddos to plant seeds and spark a lifelong love for nature! It's the perfect chance to teach them the value of growing their own and buying local produce! Join the fun anytime between 9:30am - 3:00pm from Monday, March 31st to Sunday, April 6th. For $5 you'll get everything you need—seeds, soil, labels, and eco-friendly coconut coir pots. Let’s grow a greener future together! *Registration is NOT required for this event*
Dates: 
04/06/2025
9:30 am - 3 pm
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Organization:

Badding Bros Farm Market

Location:

10820 Transit Road
East Amherst, NY, 14051
United States
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Phone:

(716) 636-7824

Easter Bunny Express at Arcade & Attica Railroad

Visit with Peter Rabbit and go on an Easter Egg hunt to win goodie bags! The Easter Bunny will be hopping down the Railroad Trail! Kids Easter Egg Hunt, Goodie Bags, Face Painting Fun for all ages! Important Notice: Please make sure to purchase all tickets together in one transaction to guarantee your group sits together. The seats you purchase will be the seats you ride in for that train ride.
Dates: 
04/12/2025
04/13/2025
04/19/2025
12 - 2:20 pm and 1 - 3:20 pm
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Organization:

Arcade and Attica Railroad

Location:

278 Main St.
Arcade, NY, 14009
United States
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Phone:

585-492-3100

Visit the Easter Bunny 2025 at Walden Galleria

We’re so excited to welcome the Easter Bunny back to his springtime garden home at Walden Galleria, sponsored by South Buffalo Charter School! Beginning on Friday, March 21st at 2:00pm, families are invited to get their picture taken and visit with Mr. Peter Cottontail himself located on the lower level near the Apple Store. Whether you’re young or young at heart, the professional photographers from Cherry Hill will capture the magic of the moment, ensuring you have cherished memories to treasure for years to come. ALL families are encouraged to reserve a time slot!
Dates: 
04/06/2025
04/07/2025
04/08/2025
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Organization:

Walden Galleria

Location:

One Walden Galleria
Buffalo, NY, 14225
United States
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Phone:

716-681-7600

Spring Egg-Stravaganza at Tifft

Join in the EGG-streme fun and EGG-citement at our annual indoor celebration of animals that hatch from eggs! Meet live animals with Messinger Woods Wildlife Care, enjoy make ‘n’ take crafts, games, guided hikes and hands-on activities. Plus, dye eggs using handmade, natural dyes from flowers and vegetables! Bring your own hard-boiled eggs; maximum of 6 per person. **This event sells out every year!** Please choose the 10 a.m., 12 p.m. or 2 p.m. timeslot. Advance registration is required for this event.
Dates: 
04/18/2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Organization:

Tifft Nature Preserve

Location:

1200 Fuhrmann Blvd. Tifft Nature Preserve Visitor Center
Buffalo, NY, 14203
United States
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Phone:

716-825-6397

Easter at the Broadway Market

Please join us for the Easter Season at the Broadway Market! Visit our vendors selling special products just for the Easter season from 8 - 5. You'll also be able to visit with the Easter Bunny (starting April 5 at 10 am - weekends only ), listen to great music, and MORE!
Dates: 
04/06/2025
04/12/2025
04/13/2025
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Organization:

Broadway Market

Location:

999 Broadway
Buffalo, NY, 14212
United States
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Phone:

716-893-0705

Sibelius Symphony No. 1 With the BPO

Experience the evocative landscapes of the North as JoAnn Falletta leads the BPO in a concert featuring the vibrant Overture to Ruslan and Ludmila by Glinka, setting a dynamic opening with its lively and spirited melodies. The program then transitions to the contemporary colors of Behzad Ranjbaran’s Violin Concerto, performed by BPO concertmaster Nikki Chooi. Chooi’s interpretation promises to be a deep, soulful exploration of Ranjbaran’s Persian-influenced themes, a testament to the violinist’s technical prowess and emotive depth. The evening culminates with Sibelius’ Symphony No. 1, a masterpiece that conjures the stark beauty and profound solitude of the Finnish landscape. This concert promises an immersive journey through contrasting musical terrains, each piece a reflection of its cultural roots and historical moments.
Dates: 
04/11/2025
04/12/2025
Friday at 10:30 am; Saturday at 7:30 pm
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Organization:

Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra

Location:

786 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY, 14209
United States
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Phone:

716-885-5000

Free Family Film Series: The Lorax at Shea's

Shea’s Buffalo Theatre’s Free Family Film Series is back! Join us on April 27th, for The Lorax. Doors open at 12 pm with the film beginning at 1 pm. The film is free, but reservations are required.
Dates: 
04/27/2025
1 pm; doors open at noon
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Organization:

Shea's Performing Arts Center

Location:

646 Main Street
Buffalo, NY, 14202
United States
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Phone:

716-847-1410

Easter Brunch with the Bunny at Tewksbury Lodge at River Fest Park

Easter Egg Hunt outdoors (weather dependent). Reservations are required. Buffet Including: Scrambled Eggs, Kluski/ Kielbasa eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Home Fries, Pancakes, Fresh Fruit Salad, Homemade Corned Beef Hash, Fresh berry salad, Chicken Florentine, Sliced baked Ham, Mac and cheese, Seasonal Vegetable, Dino Nuggets for kids. Dessert Station along with Coffee, tea, soda, and juices. Drink Specials on Mimosas and Bloody Mary's.
Dates: 
04/20/2025
two seatings: 10 am and 1 pm
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Organization:

Buffalo River Fest Park and Tewksbury Lodge

Location:

249 Ohio St
Buffalo, NY, 14204
United States
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Phone:

(716) 823-4707

Busy Beavers At Reinstein Woods

Celebrate International Beaver Day by learning about these amazing rodents, which are also our official New York State mammal. Registration required; call 716-683-5959.
Dates: 
04/07/2025
7 - 8:30 pm
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Organization:

Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve

Location:

93 Honorine Drive
Depew, NY, 14043
United States
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Phone:

716-683-5959

BPO Kids Series: Carnival of the Animals!

The BPO presents Carnival of the Animals, a delightful and imaginative concert experience for children and families. Under the baton of Fernanda Lastra, this musical journey introduces listeners to a parade of animals, from the majestic lion to the graceful swan, each represented by different orchestral instruments. The concert offers a playful yet educational look at the orchestra, encouraging children to associate musical sounds and themes with the characteristics of various animals. It’s a perfect way to combine learning with entertainment, providing a creative introduction to classical music and the instruments that bring it to life. Join us for an afternoon of fun that’s sure to captivate the imaginations of young and old alike.
Dates: 
04/06/2025
2:30 pm
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Organization:

Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra

Location:

786 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY, 14209
United States
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Phone:

716-885-5000

Glow-in-the-dark Easter Egg Hunt at Friendship Fortress

Elevate your Easter Egg Hunt with a super fun twist this year!! A fun easter egg hunt, with enough eggs for everyone, but with a GLOW UP! 6PM-8PM What this event includes: Glow-in-the-dark egg hunt, Two prize baskets (boy and girl) for a grand prize, A visit with the Easter Bunny, All day play at the facility. Babies who are "worn" or otherwise carried do not need to pay for admission. Tickets are non-refundable; may be used as credit in case of inclement weather. If you haven't been by in a while or it's your first time; please fill out our waiver: www.waiverfile.com/b/FriendshipFortress
Dates: 
04/12/2025
6 pm
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Organization:

Friendship Fortress

Location:

1590 Hopkins Rd.
Amherst, NY, 14221
United States
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Kids Studio: Clay (Ages 5–7) at the AKG

Clay: design and make a colorful tile to hang on the wall. Get messy and be creative in Studio B! Meet other budding artists, explore cool materials, and share your projects with others in the museum. $25 per class (Members save 15%!). Studio B, Knox Building
Dates: 
04/12/2025
10:30 am - 12 pm
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Organization:

Buffalo AKG Art Museum (formerly Albright-Knox Gallery)

Location:

1285 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, NY, 14222
United States
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Phone:

716.882.8700

Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark Film & Concert With the BPO

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Indiana Jones as the BPO presents Raiders of the Lost Ark in concert. Watch as Indiana battles enemies and uncovers ancient treasures on the big screen, while the orchestra performs John Williams’ epic score live. Conducted by Ron Spigelman, this cinematic concert combines the excitement of Spielberg’s classic film with the powerful and heroic music that helped make it a masterpiece. Perfect for fans of all ages, this performance invites you to relive the thrills, suspense, and action of Raiders of the Lost Ark accompanied by the full sound of your BPO, for an evening of high stakes and high notes.
Dates: 
05/02/2025
7:30 pm
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Organization:

Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra

Location:

786 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY, 14209
United States
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Phone:

716-885-5000

Tonawanda Easter Carnival - Sensory Hour

**We are excited to offer a sensory-friendly option for families with kids with sensory processing disorders. It will be music-free and admit limited participants. Families must pre-register online.** Bring your families to the Easter Carnival and enjoy carnival games, coloring contest (with prizes!), visits with the Easter Bunny, the famous Egg Scramble, and MORE! What's an Egg Scramble? Hundreds of plastic eggs will be spread out on the field and each child will collect and put together an egg of each color. Some eggs may be marked to win a special prize. All participating kids will receive a goodie bag. Registration is required and kids must be 12 or under. This is a FREE event, but please bring a donation to support the Ken-Ton Closet and/or the Ken-Ton Family Food Cupboard.
Dates: 
04/19/2025
9 - 10 am
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Organization:

Town of Tonawanda Youth, Parks & Recreation

Location:

299 Decatur Road
Buffalo, NY, 14223
United States
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Phone:

716-831-1001

Blue Dog Breakfast & Egg Hunt at Friendship Fortress

An egg-hunt for the littles! A great counterpart event to our glow-in-the-dark egg hunt! While glow-in-the-dark is geared more for our older friends, the Blue Dog Egg Hunt is for the littles! A fun visit from our blue dog friend, a friendly easter egg-hunt (with prizes!) AND a cupcake musical chairs you won't want to miss! Babies who are "worn" or otherwise carried do not need to pay for admission. Tickets are non-refundable; may be used as credit in case of inclement weather. If you haven't been by in a while or it's your first time; please fill out our waiver: www.waiverfile.com/b/FriendshipFortress
Dates: 
04/19/2025
10:30 am
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Organization:

Friendship Fortress

Location:

1590 Hopkins Rd.
Amherst, NY, 14221
United States
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Easter Palooza at Badding Farm

Hunt for Easter Eggs around the greenhouse and turn them into the egg keepers in exchange for an Easter goody bag, a prize, and a ticket to plant a Bunny Breakfast Garden. Complimentary popcorn, refreshments, and Easter sweets will also be available! *Registration is required only for participating children (registration is not required for the supervising parents).
Dates: 
04/12/2025
04/13/2025
9:30 am - 4 pm
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Organization:

Badding Bros Farm Market

Location:

10820 Transit Road
East Amherst, NY, 14051
United States
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Phone:

(716) 636-7824

Butterlamb Cake Pop Decorating Class

Our funny little Easter tradition is back! When you ask me my favorite cake pop designs to make, butterlambs are always at the top of the list! Butterlambs are an Eastern European tradition, and popular in the western NY area. In this class, you’ll receive 6 pieces of vanilla cake, and we’ll go step by step to show you how to mold, dip and decorate to look like your very own butterlambs! Our lamb design is modeled off a classic lamb cake, and we welcome you to come make some of your very own to enjoy for your Easter dessert! This class is a TON of fun, for kiddos & adults alike! There is no minimum age to participate in this class, all are welcome! However, because this class is off location and seating is limited, if you’re signing up a child, you must register for every person that will be in your group. This helps with spacing and seating in the room.
Dates: 
04/17/2025
6 - 8 pm
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Organization:

Buffalo Cake Pops

Location:

27 Chandler St
Buffalo, NY, 14207
United States
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Phone:

716-992-0868
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