Things to do this weekend in and around Buffalo
Friendly fun in Buffalo for Friday, August 14, 2026 through Sunday, August 16, 2026. Check out these highlights!
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Friday, August 14, 2026
Erie County Fair 2026 - Hamburg - Spend the day at the fair with something for everyone, from classic attractions to exhibits and entertainment.
FREE Trial Private Dance Lessons - Williamsville - Try a dance lesson and see whether this studio’s private instruction is a good fit for your family.
Nintendo Summer Camp - EAST AMHERST - East Amherst - Kids can jump into a themed camp blending Nintendo-inspired art, science, teamwork, and creative challenges.
Awesome Artists Summer Camp - EAST AMHERST - East Amherst - This camp explores famous artists through hands-on projects, science, math, and culinary fun.
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Fiddle & Folk Festival - Mumford - Enjoy a weekend celebration of music, storytelling, dance, and folk traditions at Genesee Country Village & Museum.
Destination Dinosaur at the Buffalo Zoo! - Buffalo - Walk among life-size animatronic dinosaurs, dig for fossils, and catch the daily dino show.
Life Under Logs Hike at Tifft - Buffalo - Join a family-friendly nature program with a short indoor intro and a trail hike to search for tiny creatures.
Princess Brunch Cruise - On the Colonial Belle - Fairport - Set sail for a princess-themed brunch cruise with a buffet and scenic views on the Erie Canal.
Sunday, August 16, 2026
Sunday Narrated Afternoon Lock Cruise with Live Music - Colonial Belle - Fairport - Cruise the Erie Canal with live narration and music while the boat passes through the lock.
Build Your Own Model Truck at New York Museum of Transportation! - West Henrietta - Build a limited-edition miniature truck and see LEGO creations from the Rochester LEGO Users Group.
Men's Vintage Baseball Game at GCV&M - Mumford - Watch a 19th-century-style base ball game played in the museum’s historic ballpark.
Sensory Hour @ Waterway of Change - Buffalo - Visit the exhibit during a calmer hour with reduced crowds, muted audio, and dimmed lighting.