Get ready for the last weekend of February! We've got classic cars, a special sensory-friendly show, and some fun indoor nature activities happening in Buffalo on Saturday, Feb 28th, and Sunday, March 1st.
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Free Community Art Classes
Locust Street Art
Drop-in creative fun for the family on Saturday afternoon.
Orchid Exhibit at the Botanical Gardens
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens
Warm, colorful, and visually stunning immersion into the tropics.
Feed the Fish at the Botanical Gardens
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens
A quick, focused event Saturday morning to see the koi fish.
· February 28
6: The Cavalcade of Cars is back indoors, showcasing tons of rods, customs, classics, and motorcycles. It’s a great way to spend a cold winter day looking at amazing vehicles. Kids under 12 get in free!This is the penultimate day for this big indoor car show, offering lots of space for families to explore classic vehicles.
: Escape the late winter chill by stepping into the Botanical Gardens to see hundreds of tropical orchids in bloom. It’s a beautiful, colorful world indoors perfect for little explorers.It's a wonderful indoor escape from the weather happening all weekend long.
: Enjoy sampling soups from local restaurants while strolling through Williamsville! They’ve added family activities this year, including face painting and live music.This short afternoon event is perfect for a fun, flavorful Saturday outing with added kid-friendly entertainment.
PLANETARIUM MOVIE - MARS: THE ULTIMATE VOYAGE : See what it will take for astronauts to travel to Mars in this planetarium movie! It explores the challenges and motivational aspects of long-duration space travel.A great mid-day science feature at the museum running on Saturday.
: Learn the basics of seed starting, including how to choose the right seeds and create a sprouting schedule. This is a fun, informative class to get kids thinking about spring gardening.This one-off class at the Gardens is perfect for preparing for the warmer months ahead.
FREE OUTDOOR ICE SKATING AT ROTARY RINK AT FOUNTAIN PLAZAFREE : It’s one of the last weekends for outdoor skating downtown at Fountain Plaza, and it’s free! Bring your own skates or check if rentals are available.It's a quintessential free winter activity happening right downtown on Saturday.
· March 1
2: Catch the final performance of the Zodiaque Dance Company's 51st Season Spring Concert. This is a chance to enjoy professional dance in the city.This is the final chance to see this dance performance, with a family-friendly matinee scheduled for Sunday afternoon.
: Greg Heffley comes to life in this musical adaptation of the popular diary series. This specific showing is sensory-friendly, meaning it’s adapted for comfort with adjustments to sound and lighting.This is the only sensory-friendly performance for this musical, happening Sunday morning.
Also On· anytime this weekend
6: Head to the Castellani Art Museum for a cozy afternoon screening of Harold and the Purple Crayon. Bring your own blanket to get comfortable while you watch.It’s a delightful afternoon movie event focused on creativity held at a local university museum.
FREE : Stop by Locust Street Art for a completely free community art session this Saturday afternoon. It’s a great drop-in option if you're looking for some creative, low-pressure fun.It’s a free, scheduled afternoon creative activity that you can fit into your Saturday plans.
FREE : Check out the LEGO contest happening at the Isaías González-Soto Library branch this Saturday. You can likely participate or just see what others have built during library hours.Library programs focused on building blocks are usually a guaranteed win for engagement.
: There’s a scheduled art activity called Pint-Sized Picassos at the Central Library Saturday afternoon. This is a great, quick stop for creative fun downtown.It’s an easy one-hour craft session at the main library on Saturday.
: Get an early, up-close look at the koi fish family at the Botanical Gardens on Saturday morning! This is a short, special event focused on feeding time.It’s a short, specialized activity happening Saturday morning before the main crowds arrive at the Gardens.
: Hit the ice at Canalside on Saturday! This is the final day listed in the source data for Canalside skating this weekend, so take advantage of the outdoor fun while it lasts.Canalside is a Buffalo staple, and Saturday is the last documented day this weekend the listing covered.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Buffalo this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-Mar 1), look for the Free Community Art Classes at Locust Street Art on Saturday, and free outdoor ice skating at the Rotary Rink at Fountain Plaza on both Saturday and Sunday.
Are there any special showings for sensitive kids?
Yes, the Theatre of Youth is offering a Sensory-Friendly Performance of Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Musical on Sunday, March 1st, at 10:00 AM.
What can we do that's indoors on Saturday?
For indoor fun, check out The Buffalo Cavalcade of Cars at The Fairgrounds, the Planetarium Movie at the Buffalo Museum of Science, or enjoy the warm Orchid Exhibit at the Botanical Gardens.
