Things to do this weekend in and around Buffalo
Friendly fun in Buffalo & Western New York for Friday, September 11, 2026 through Sunday, September 13, 2026. Check out these highlights!
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Friday, September 11, 2026
Growing Back to School at the Botanical Gardens | Free admission for kids - September 11-13, 2026 - Buffalo, NY. Kids 12 and under get free admission to explore the gardens and enjoy family-friendly Seed Planting activities.
Niagara County Peach Festival - September 11-13, 2026 - Lewiston, NY. Celebrate the peach harvest with food, rides, and entertainment all weekend long.
Take and Make Craft - September 11-12, 2026 - Buffalo, NY. Pick up a ready-to-go craft kit at the Isaías González-Soto Branch Library to create at home with the kids.
Bonfire Night - September 11, 2026 - Elma, NY. Enjoy a cozy evening by the fire with family-friendly fellowship and outdoor fun.
Explore the Born Learning Trail at the Burchfield Nature & Art Center - September 11-13, 2026 (and ongoing) - West Seneca, NY. Walk a playful, educational trail that helps young children learn through simple games and prompts in nature.
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Safari Tours At Hidden Valley Animal Adventure! - September 12-13, 2026 - Varysburg, NY. Ride through a 63-acre park to see and feed camels, zebra, bison, and more, plus visit the Small Animal Adventure area.
Pan-American Walking Tour - September 12, 2026 - Buffalo, NY. Take a guided walk on the historic grounds of the 1901 Pan-American Exposition and learn about its exhibits and atmosphere.
Dyeing Yarn Workshop - September 12, 2026 - Mumford, NY. Explore traditional dyeing techniques and turn spun wool into colorful yarn in a hands-on creative workshop.
Solar Saturdays at Buffalo Museum of Science - September 12, 2026 - Buffalo, NY. Use special telescopes to safely view the Sun and enjoy rooftop views of the Buffalo Niagara region.
Seabreeze Park Final Fling Weekend 2026 - September 12-13, 2026 - Rochester, NY. Say goodbye to the summer season with one last chance to ride the coasters, play games, and enjoy treats at Seabreeze.
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Sunday Narrated Afternoon Lock Cruise with Live Music - Colonial Belle - September 13, 2026 - Fairport & Pittsford, NY. Cruise the Erie Canal, experience going through a lock, and relax with live music on board.
Men's Vintage Baseball Game at GCV&M - September 13, 2026 - Mumford, NY. Watch 19th-century style base ball played with historic uniforms, equipment, and rules in a replica period ballpark.
Heirloom Vegetable (Walk & Talk) at GCV&M - September 13, 2026 - Mumford, NY. Stroll through museum gardens with an expert and learn about heirloom vegetable history, growing tips, and storage methods.
Sensory Hour @ Waterway of Change - September 13, 2026 - Buffalo, NY. Enjoy a quieter museum experience with reduced crowds, dimmed lights, and softer sounds in the Waterway of Change exhibit.
Back to School Specials at Playtopia - September 13, 2026 (part of September 11-13, 2026 specials) - Niagara Falls, ON. Take advantage of play-center deals as kids celebrate heading back to school in an indoor fun zone.