The Genesee Chapter of the Society for the Preservation and Appreciation of Antique Motorized Fire Apparatus in America (SPAAMFAA) will have their restored firefighting equipment on display for visitors to enjoy. Resplendent in bright red paint and polished metal work, these vintage vehicles will delight visitors and bring back memories of times past. Discover the difference between a “fire truck” and a “fire engine,” and find out why firemen wear red suspenders!

Come see the fields-a-flutter! Friday and Saturday August 8-9th you have the opportunity to join us in releasing hundreds of butterflies into the sunflowers! You can reserve a butterfly to set free into the sunflowers yourself.

Join us for an afternoon of play at Canalside featuring the Explore & More Free Play Friday activity from 11 am - 1pm. Join us for some fun in the sun as we play and make friends! Free Play Fridays take place rain or shine at Canalside. Registration is not required! Participate in soccer, baseball, tennis and more with Free Play Fridays

All summer long, enjoy outdoor bubble parties, dance parties, live fish feedings, and listen to a story reading then meet your favorite characters! Each week of the summer will feature a new book and new friends to meet.

Come enjoy a tour of the ground where the Pan-American Exposition took place over 100 years ago. Buffalo, which in 1901 was the 8th largest city in the United States, hosted over 8 million people from around the world. Learn about the exhibits, the shows, the sounds and smells that could be experienced while visiting the fair.

Calling ALL Princesses! Picture this: You, decked out in your finest tiara and ball gown, sipping on a refreshment as you cruise along the tranquil waters of the Erie Canal aboard the elegant Colonial Belle. This isn't just any brunch cruise - this is a princess-themed extravaganza fit for royalty. From the moment you step on board, you'll be greeted with regal flair and treated like the queen that you are. Enjoy a decadent buffet spread fit for a monarch, complete with French Toast, fresh fruit, chef-made muffins and more. As you dine in style, take in the stunning views of the surrounding landscape while basking in the warm sun on the open-air deck. Why settle for an ordinary brunch outing when you can set sail on a whimsical adventure with Princess Ariel, Princess Belle and Queen Elsa? Grab your crown and let's make some royal memories aboard the Colonial Belle!