Group Planner Guide - Visit Buffalo Niagara

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JOE CASCIO
VISITBUFFALONIAGARA.COM
1.888.228.3369
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Tour Operator Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
USA/Canada Border Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Buffalo Niagara Fun Facts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Sample Itineraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18
Student Music Performance Venues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-44
Hotels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-67
Restaurants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68-71
Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72-78
Annual Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79-87
Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88-90
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2015-2016 Buffalo Niagara Product Guide
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VisitBuffaloNiagara.com
Welcome • Willkommen • Bienvenido • Bienvenue
ようこそ • 欢迎 • Добро пожаловать
Dear Travel Professional,
This is the latest edition of the Visit Buffalo Niagara Product
Guide. All of the details and information have been updated and
easily formatted for your use in planning tours into Buffalo and
the Greater Niagara Region.
The information found in the planner has been reviewed and
submitted with group travel as a focus. Every effort has been made
to ensure the accuracy of the information presented in the planner.
All prices quoted are a range of rates and are subject to change
without notice.
An online version of the Product Guide, along with additional
information, can be found at VisitBuffaloNiagara.com/
product-guide.
The Buffalo Niagara region is filled with countless things to see and
do for people of all ages and interests. Our hospitality industry looks
forward to welcoming your groups and will service every need of your
customers with pride. We’re here to help! See you soon!
Sincerely,
Your friends in Buffalo Niagara
CONTACT INFORMATION
Visit Buffalo Niagara . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-888-2BUFFNY (228-3369)
VP Sales: Mike Even . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 716-218-2927
Buffalo Niagara Visitor Center . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-BUFFALO (283-3256)
403 Main Street (Brisbane Building)
Travel Trade Sales: Leah Mueller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 716-218-2936
Fax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 716-852-0131
Website address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VisitBuffaloNiagara.com
E-mail address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected]
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Local/Receptive Tour Operator Information
LOCAL TOUR OPERATOR INFORMATION
B: Bus Service & Repairs R:Receptive Tour Operator M:Motorcoach Operator S:Sightseeing/Guide Service
BR M S
AYR Coach Lines
1868 Niagara Falls Boulevard, Suite 201 / Tonawanda, NY 14150
(716) 696-3209 / www.ayrcoach.com
Bedore Tours Inc.
2968 Niagara Falls Boulevard / North Tonawanda, NY 14120
(800) 538-8433 / Fax (716) 696-3178
www.bedoretours.com / E-mail: [email protected]
Languages spoken: Spanish, German, Italian
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Buffalo Tours •
617 Main Street / Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 852-3300 / Fax (716) 852-5340
www.buffalotours.org / E-mail: [email protected]
Cataract Tours & Sightseeing
360 Rainbow Boulevard / Niagara Falls, NY 14303
(866) 716-3255 / Fax (716) 283-3574
www.cataracttours.com / E-mail: [email protected]
Languages spoken: Spanish, French, Italian
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Covered Wagon Tours
158 Thacher Street / Hornell, NY 14843
Charter Office: (607) 324-3900 / Fax: (607) 281-1321
Travel Office: (607) 324-4200 / Fax: (607) 324-9792
528 North Barry Street / Olean, NY 14760
(716) 372-1230 / Fax: (716) 372-1232
Toll Free: 1-800-481-4211
www.coveredwagontours.net / E-mail: [email protected]
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D&F Travel
388 Central Avenue, Suite 320 / Dunkirk, NY 14048 / (716) 366-5767
21-41 Main Street, Suite 1-5 / Lockport, NY 14094 / (716) 433-7084
Fax: (716) 366-5890 / www.dfbuses.com
Destinations Plus
29 Oak Street / Silver Creek, NY 14136-1238 / (716) 934-9522 or
(800) 364-6165 / Fax (716) 934-4236 / www.destinationsplus.biz
E-mail: [email protected]
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Explore Buffalo•
One Symphony Circle / Buffalo, NY 14201 / (716) 245-3032
Email: [email protected] / www.explorebuffalo.org
Gorman Bus Sales
691 Bullis Road / Elma, NY 14059 / (716) 675-3859 or (800) 652-8577
Fax: (716) 675-1861 / www.thegotoguys.com
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Grand Tours
5355 Junction Road / Lockport, NY 14094 / (716) 625-9211 or (800) 847-4887
Fax (716) 433-0965 / www.grsbuses.com / E-mail: [email protected]
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Gray Line Niagara Falls/ Buffalo
1625 Buffalo Avenue Suite 1A / Niagara Falls, NY 14094 / (716) 285-2113
Fax (716) 284-7759 / www.graylineniagarafalls.com
Languages spoken: Spanish, French, Italian, Chinese
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Horizon Club Tours
100 International Drive / Buffalo, NY 14221 / (716) 242-4244
Fax (716) 634-2571 / www.horizonclubtours.com
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Jim’s Truck Plaza
2115 Walden Avenue / Cheektowaga, NY 14225
Restaurant phone: (716) 683-9908 / Truck Store phone: (716) 683-9931
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Maxima Tours Inc.
336 Harris Hill Road, Suite 33 / Williamsville, NY 14221 / (716) 929-2551
2826 King Street East / Hamilton, ON L8G 1J5 / (905) 561-5444
Fax: (905) 561-7036 / www.maxima.net / E-mail: [email protected]
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Motherland Connextions Underground Railroad Tours
PO Box 176 Bridge Street Station / Niagara Falls, NY 14305 / (716) 282-1028 or
(866) 726-0864 / Fax (716) 304-6813 / www.motherlandconnextions.com
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Niagara Scenic Tours/Know How Tours
5175 Southwestern Boulevard / Hamburg, NY 14075
(716) 648-7766 or (877) 648-7766 / Fax: (716) 648-5213
E-mail: [email protected] / www.niagarascenictours.net
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Over the Falls Tours & Transportation
1246 Pine Avenue / Niagara Falls, NY 14301
(716) 283-8900 or 877-783-8900 / Fax (716) 282-3656
www.overthefallstours.com
Languages spoken: French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian
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Upstate New York Travel, Inc. 5 Deerpath Drive / Lancaster, NY 14086 / (716) 683-2399
Fax (716) 684-7517 / E-mail: [email protected] / www.wnyfun.com
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RECEPTIVE TOUR OPERATOR INFORMATION
B: Bus Service & Repairs R:Receptive Tour Operator M:Motorcoach Operator S:Sightseeing
BR M S
BR M S
Allied T Pro
500 7th Avenue, 9th Floor Wing B, New York, NY 10018
(212) 596-1000 / www.alliedtpro.com
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Meeting Point North America
5911 Turkey Lake Road, Suite 302, Orlando, FL 32819
(212) 695-9672 / meetingpointnorthamerica.com
American Tours International, LLC
481 Eighth Avenue, Suite 531, New York, NY 10001
(212) 586-4100 / www.americantours.com
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North America Travel Service
Kennedy Building/48 Victoria Road, Leeds, LS11 5AF, United Kingdom
01 10 398 3002 / www.northamericantravelservice.co.uk
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TeamAmerica Inc.
33 West 46th Street, New York, NY 10036
(212) 697-7165 / www.teamamericany.com
Canadvac Travel Services
5 Pleasant Street, Chester, NS B0J 1J0 Canada
(902) 273-4040 / www.canadvac.com
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TourMappers
132 Boylston St., 4th floor, Boston, MA 02116
(617) 236-1236 / www.tourmappers.com
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GTA-USA Inbound Division
5 Penn Plaza, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10001
(212) 843-9775 / www.gta-travel.com
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Tourico Holiday Inc
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220 E Central Parkway, Suite 4010, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
(407) 667-8700 / www.touricoholidays.com
Bonotel Exclusive Travel
3930 Howard Hughes Parkway, Suite 100, Las Vegas, NV 89169
(702) 796-5454 / www.bonotel.com
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CROSSING THE BORDER
One of Buffalo Niagara’s greatest assets is its proximity
to Canada. Travel between the U.S. and Canada is quick
and convenient via the Peace Bridge, the Rainbow Bridge
or Queenston-Lewiston Bridge. A nominal fee is charged
per motorcoach. Both the U.S. and Canada have specific
guidelines on the type and amount of goods that can be
brought back into the country of origin.
The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, or WHTI,
requires U.S. and Canadian travelers to present a
passport or other document that denotes identity and
citizenship when entering the U.S. For additional information, including document options and requirements
for special audiences, please visit GetYouHome.gov.
U.S. citizens returning home from Canada will be required
to present one of the travel documents listed here:
• U.S. Passport
• U.S. Passport Card
• Enhanced Driver’s License
• Trusted Traveler Program Cards such as NEXUS,
SENTRIU or FAST enrollment cards
• Special Audiences (Special documents for U.S.
Lawful Permanent Residents, U.S. Military, Native
Americans, and Boaters; birth certificates for
children under the age of 16).
Canadian citizens entering the U.S. will be required to
present one of the travel documents listed here:
• Canadian Passport
• Trusted Traveler Program Cards such as NEXUS or
FAST/Express enrollment cards
• Enhanced Driver’s License
• Special Audiences (Special documents for
Native Americans and Boaters; birth certificates
for children under the age of 16).
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SUGGESTIONS FOR
CROSSING THE BORDER
Peace Bridge Authority
(716) 884-6744 / www.peacebridge.com
> H ave proof of citizenship readily available.
Niagara Falls Bridge Commission
Rainbow/Queenston-Lewiston/
Whirlpool Bridges
1-800-715-6722 or (716) 285-6322
www.niagarafallsbridges.com
Current bridge crossing conditions provided
> Have birth certificates for each child on
motorcoach.
> If traveling with children who are not a part of
your family, have a note or proof that the child
has permission to cross the border with you.
> Turn off radios and cellular phones when talking
to border agents.
U.S. Customs at Peace Bridge
(716) 881-5225 / www.customs.gov
> Declare all fruits, vegetables, plants, plant
products, animals, birds, eggs, meat, and meat
products.
Canadian Customs at Peace Bridge
(905) 994-6330 / www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca
CURRENCY EXCHANGE/MONEY SERVICES
Duty Free Americas
1 Peace Bridge Plaza
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 886-5000
Envoy
Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls
1900 Military Road
Niagara Falls, NY 14304
(716) 297-4654
EFX Currency Exchange
One Walden Galleria
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 681-8820
> Declare all items acquired for personal use.
> Resident aliens must carry residency cards at
all times.
> Dogs and cats must be free of evidence of diseases
communicable to humans. Dogs older than three
months must have proof of a rabies vaccination.
> Don’t fool around. Customs and Immigration
agents on both sides of the border are law enforcement officials who take their duties very seriously.
> Be patient. Additional security has been instituted
for safety on both sides of the border.
> For import dollar limits, contact U.S. Customs.
> For border wait times, go to www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/
general/times/menu-e.html
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OUR PARTNERSHIPS
International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association
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Things You Might
Not Know About
BUFFALO
KLEINHANS
MUSIC HALL
In the past three years,
the Buffalo Niagara
region welcomed about
CHICKEN
WINGS
In 1900, Buffalo
was the 8th
largest city in
the nation and
had the most
MILLIONAIRES
per capita.
$1.7 BILLION
in both public and private economic
development taking place in Buffalo.
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shoppers from
Ontario,Canada annually:
 1 .2 million
per year
on overnight
trips(1 or
more nights
away from
home)
 1 .9 million a year on
day trips
T
hey’re spending close
to $1 billion on those
trips each year
Buffalo was the first city
in the U.S. to light streets
with electricity.
Buffalo is within
500 MILES
and 38% of the U. S.
population and 59% of
the Canadian population.
3.1 MILLION
were first served at
the Anchor Bar on
Main Street in 1964.
is considered one of the most
acoustically perfect buildings
in the world.
CITY OF
LIGHT
Buffalo has
the largest
concentration of
THEATERS
THE BUFFALO ZOO
established in 1875, is the third
oldest institution of its kind
in the United States.
in New York
State outside of
New York City.
Buffalo is one of only a handful of
cities in the United States to boast
five homes designed by
FREDERICK LAW
OLMSTED,
FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT
the world renowned
landscape architect who
designed Central Park in New York City,
designed Buffalo’s parks system —
the oldest coordinated system
of parks and parkways.
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Sample Itineraries
EXPERIENCE ADVENTURE
ON THE NIAGARA RIVER
• Perfect for families and groups!
• Fun for all ages 6 and up
• Daily departures from
May to October
• Tours are approximately
45 minutes
• Wet or dry boats available
• Splash gear and
footwear provided
• Canadian and American
departures available
WHIRLPOOLJET.COM • 1.888.438.4444
O n ly 1 0 m in u te s
fr o m th e Fa ll s !
115 South Water Street, Lewiston, NY
MAKIN’ MEMORIES: FAMILY FUN TOUR
PROGRAM INCLUDES
Go back in time at the Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village
with indoor and outdoor tours of local historic buildings and
hands-on exhibits about life in previous centuries.
On the two hour narrated Lockport Locks & Erie Canal
Cruise, learn about the historic waterway and sail through
the only set of double locks through the canal system. Meal
packages are also available.
Cheer on the home team at a Buffalo Bisons game.
Pick your own berries or just enjoy the taste of fresh handpicked fruit at Becker Farms/Brown’s Berry Patch.
Learn how to use a musket and be recruited to King George III’s
army at Old Fort Niagara.
Indulge your youngster’s curiosity with the hands-on exhibits
at Explore & More Children’s Museum.
Get a birds-eye-view of the Niagara River Gorge from the
Niagara Power Project’s Power Vista observation
deck and learn about hydroelectricity with a variety of
interactive exhibits.
The Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park
features three WWII ships and a variety of military equipment
and exhibits.
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In the 1900s, the Herschell Carrousel Factory
Museum was a working factory of children’s rides. Now, visitors can learn about the history of carrousels, see the way they
are made, and ride an original antique Herschell carrousel!
See a play that’s fun for all ages at Theater of Youth.
For amusement park fun visit either Martin’s Fantasy
Island or Darien Lake Amusement Park.
Canalside, America’s Gateway to the West for much of the
19th century, is a newly restored heritage site that features an
expansive boardwalk along the water’s edge.
Watch a child’s eyes light up discovering the world of
science at the Buffalo Museum of Science.
Spend a few hours with the wild animals at the
Buffalo Zoo.
BUFFALO BISONS
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ART & ARCHITECTURE CULTURE CIRCUIT
PROGRAM INCLUDES
Tour three of Frank Lloyd Wright’s architectural
masterpieces—the Darwin Martin House Complex,
Graycliff Estate and Fontana Boathouse.
For the true lover of Frank Lloyd Wright’s work, the Blue
Sky Mausoleum at Forest Lawn Cemetery is an impressive
example of funerary art.
Enjoy a picturesque meal at the Roycroft Inn
in East Aurora and enjoy a tour of the historic campus.
The Buffalo Transportation Pierce-Arrow Museum,
featuring Buffalo-made automobiles, bicycles, and other
memorabilia in the new Frank Lloyd Wright Filling
Station.
After you dine, spend some time shopping along Main Street
in the village of East Aurora and stop at Vidler’s 5 & 10,
a shopping staple of the early 1900s.
View the impressive 20th century and modern-day
painting and sculpture collection at the Albright-Knox
Art Gallery.
Learn all about the rich history of the “Queen City” at the
Buffalo History Museum.
Spend an evening with the Buffalo Philharmonic
Orchestra at Kleinhans Music Hall or see a world-class
performance at Shea’s Performing Arts Center.
PATRICK MAHONEY
Tour the Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens,
the most intact Frederick Law Olmsted Landscape and
arboretum in the country.
A stroll down “Millionaires’ Row,” on Delaware Avenue,
offers a splendid look at the intricate architectural detail of
homes built during Buffalo’s Gilded Age.
See the work of Western New York’s own art and artists at the
Burchfield Penney Art Center, located in the heart of
the Museum District.
See if you can spot all of the more than 2,000 angels at the
European style Italian Renaissance cathedral of Our Lady
of Victory Basilica & National Shrine.
Visit the Buffalo Central Terminal, an Art Deco style
station, currently undergoing a restoration.
Check out Buffalo River History Tours and Inside
Silo City for a look inside our standing grain elevators.
Enjoy a relaxing day of shopping in the Elmwood Village,
located in the heart of the city. If you get hungry, it’s a great
“lunch on your own” stop.
Take a Buffalo City Tour which can include a visit to the
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Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site and an array
of architecture by Frank Lloyd Wright, Louis Sullivan, E.B. Green, and
H.H. Richardson.
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“TOSS THE TEXTBOOKS” INTERACTIVE STUDENT TOUR
PROGRAM INCLUDES
Visit SkyZone Trampoline Park for some fun and lessons on
marketing and branding
See science come alive at the Buffalo Museum of Science
with a variety of interactive exhibits and workshops.
Tour Old Fort Niagara, where students can experience
military living, exciting battle re-enactments and take part in
musket demonstrations.
Travel back in time with interactive exhibits at the Erie
Canal Discovery Center and experience a two hour ride
along the historic canal in the Lockport Locks and Erie
Canal Cruise.
No visit to the Buffalo Niagara region is complete without a
trip to our very own wonder of the world! Immerse yourself in
the experience with the Maid of the Mist boat tour.
Take part in more than 50 interactive hydroelectricity exhibits
and view the Niagara River Gorge from an observation deck 350
feet in the air at Niagara Power Project’s Power Vista.
Witness naval ships and military equipment from WWII up close at
the Buffalo & Erie County Naval & Military Park.
Take a ride on the Spirit of Buffalo schooner.
Take a break at Walden Galleria. Over 200 retail stores and
home to Pole Position Raceway and Fun Center.
Be a part of the crowd at Coca-Cola Field, one of the largest
parks in all of Minor League Baseball, as you cheer on the
Buffalo Bisons.
After you tour the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural
National Historic Site take part in the “History Mystery”
program, where objects used in the past are the clues.
Set aside time to enjoy the classic amusement park atmosphere at Darien Lake
Theme Park & Resort or Martin’s Fantasy Island.
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ADDITIONAL OPTIONS
Instead of just learning about art in a textbook, tour the
Albright-Knox Art Gallery where students will gain a new
dimension of art appreciation.
Experience life as it was in centuries past as you try out the
tools in the “Pioneer Kitchen” exhibit at the Buffalo Niagara
Heritage Village.
Witness a majestic performance by the Buffalo
Philharmonic Orchestra and integrate the music into any
curriculum with lesson plans available through the BPO.
Get up close and personal with the wild animals at the Buffalo
Zoo with interactive classroom activities and guided tours.
Dine, and dash…to the arcade games at Dave & Busters
Grand Sports Café.
See a student matinee show at the Lancaster Opera House.
Learn about lasers, infrared and radio communications,
and computers at LaserTron Interactive Entertainment
Center. After the educational program, see your newfound
knowledge come to life with a game of laser tag.
Take an Underground Railroad tour and see history
come alive with costumed reenactors.
View the breathtaking 40 minute IMAX experience about the
history of Niagara Falls in the Niagara Adventure Theater.
Theater of Youth combines convenience, culture, and curriculum enhancement. On-school time shows are offered and
corresponding lesson plans are available.
Be a part of a force of nature on the Whirlpool Jet Boat,
riding the rapids of the Niagara Gorge. Then, choose from
two interactive, in-depth educational programs: “Business
Education” or “Niagara’s Raging Rapids.”
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NATURE’S SPLENDOR TOUR
PROGRAM INCLUDES
Start off your day with a stop at the Buffalo & Erie County
Botanical Gardens, featuring a tri-domed “Crystal Palace”
conservatory set in a Frederick Law Olmsted-designed park.
Visit the Buffalo Zoo to see the M&T Bank Rainforest
Falls exhibit. The exhibit replicates the habitat of Venezuela’s
Canaima National Park and includes a wide variety of free
flight birds as well as other rainforest animals.
The Bard comes to Buffalo! Visit during the summer to enjoy
a performance of Shakespeare in Delaware Park.
Visit during June & July and participate in the National
Garden Festival, featuring garden walks, open gardens,
lectures and workshops.
Art and theater mix with nature at Artpark, a green space
of 150 acres on the Niagara River Gorge and one of Western
New York’s premier visual and performing arts destinations.
Hike, swim, attend a nature program, or just pause to take
in the scenery as you make your way through Letchworth
State Park.
Ride the Virtual Gorge Elevator at the Niagara Gorge
Discovery Center to see the rock layers formed millions of
years ago and learn how Niagara Falls was formed.
Explore Niagara Falls State Park, experience the Falls
from an arm’s length away at the Cave of the Winds, and
take a scenic ride on the Maid of the Mist Boat Tours.
Then get ready for the thrilling ride down the rapids of the
gorge on Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours.
Feed a seal and tour the Aquarium of Niagara.
Take in a breathtaking aerial view of Niagara Falls, one of the seven natural
wonders of the world, while you dine at the Top of the Falls Restaurant.
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Learn about wildlife and geology as you investigate the
ecosystems of Lake Erie and the Niagara River on an
Ecological Discovery Tour from Grand Lady Cruises.
See nature in a whole different light on a “night walk”
at Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve.
Visit the Penn Dixie Paleontological and Outdoor
Education Center and choose from a variety of fossil
collecting, geology, birding, and astronomy programs.
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS
Dine in style at Templeton Landing as you overlook
the picturesque Buffalo Waterfront.
In the mood for more waterfront scenery? Choose from one
of four cruises: Buffalo Harbor Sightseeing Cruises,
Spirit of Buffalo, Buffalo River History Tours and
Moondance Catamaran.
Tour the Burchfield Penney Art Center, one of only four
LEED certified buildings in Buffalo.
Pause to admire the peaceful atmosphere complete with
the stone bridges, a creek, and gentle hills at Forest Lawn
Cemetery in downtown Buffalo. Include time for a tour
when costumed characters from the past come to life.
Take a break from walking to enjoy a 1900s style train ride
through countryside and farmlands aboard the Arcade &
Attica Railroad.
Visit Spring Lake Winery, Freedom Run Winery, or
another of Niagara County’s wineries for a tour and tasting.
See the Holland Land Office Museum, where 3.3 million
acres of Western New York were surveyed and sold.
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HISTORICAL TREASURES TOUR
PROGRAM INCLUDES
The Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village features indoor
and outdoor tours of local historic buildings and hands-on
exhibits about life in previous centuries.
For an institution devoted to preserving the history of the
Queen City, visit the Buffalo History Museum. Even the
building is an artifact—it’s the only remaining permanent
structure from the Pan American Exposition in 1901. New
exhibit of Tim Russert’s office in September 2014.
Any WWII buffs on board? Don’t miss the Buffalo and Erie
County Naval & Military Park, the largest inland park of
its kind in the nation.
Few inventions have impacted our lives as much as the
automobile. The Buffalo Transportation/Pierce Arrow
Museum features a number of automobiles manufactured
right here in Buffalo.
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The automobile wasn’t the only form of transportation that
changed lives. Take a two hour boat ride along the Erie Canal with
Lockport Locks and Erie Canal Cruises. Then visit the
interactive exhibits at the Erie Canal Discovery Center.
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History comes alive at Old Fort Niagara, featuring a real
18th century fortress with original stone buildings and fortifications. While you’re there, participate in a musket demonstration,
or be recruited to King George III’s royal army.
More than one hundred years ago history was made on
Delaware Avenue.
The Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site is a must-see
site in Buffalo.
Plan to stop at the Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum to see a number of
historic documents from the world’s largest private collection.
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The Buffalo Central Terminal, an art deco style train station was completed
in 1929.
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Tour the home of a former president when you visit the
Millard Fillmore Museum. Then travel to another
domestic site, the Elbert Hubbard-Roycroft Museum, a
Craftsman-style home built in 1910.
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS
Celebrate the rich history of African Americans at the African
American Cultural Center. Stop by in the evening to see a
production at the Paul Robeson or Ujima theatres.
Learn about Buffalo’s past as the western terminus of the Erie
Canal at Canalside and take the Buffalo River History
Tour for more in-depth information.
The Buffalo Niagara region played a vital role in the escape
of former slaves. Learn all about it with the Freedom
Crossing: The Underground Railroad in Greater
Niagara exhibit at the Castellani Art Museum.
The Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum was once a
working factory and leading producer of carrousels and children’s rides. Now, it is a tribute to the industry, with an original, antique Herschell Carrousel visitors can ride on-site.
The Rev. J. Edward Nash helped to organize the Niagara
Movement, a forerunner to the NAACP. See his home and a collection of artifacts and papers at the Nash House Museum.
Tour the one hundred year old Original American Kazoo
Company and make your very own kazoo!
The recently renovated Riviera Theater and Performing Arts Center is
listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Don’t miss the 1926 Mighty
Wurlitzer organ.
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SPIRIT OF THE CITY TOUR
PROGRAM INCLUDES
Start off the day with a trip to the Erie Basin Marina and
Canalside. Pay close attention—the marina was built in
the shape of a Buffalo! Check out the view of Buffalo’s oldest
architectural landmark - the 1833 lighthouse.
If you’re in the mood for some shopping, browse the shops
in downtown Buffalo’s fun and trendy Elmwood Village,
Hertel Avenue and Allentown.
Spend the afternoon on a relaxing sightseeing tour aboard the
Buffalo Harbor Cruises or try the new Spirit of Buffalo
schooner.
Next, take some time to check out the WWII military relics at
the Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park.
For a look at Buffalo’s creative side, visit the Burchfield
Penney Art Center. Located in the heart of the museum
district, the center features the art and artists of Western
New York.
Take a stroll down the architectural majesty of
“Millionaires’ Row” on Delaware Avenue.
Tour the recently renovated Theodore Roosevelt
Inaugural National Historic Site.
Add some culture to your day when you visit the Albright
Knox Art Gallery and view their broad collection of modern
and contemporary art.
Attend a dinner theater production at O’Connell & Co.
Productions.
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In the evening, catch a show at the Irish Classical Theatre
Company. Because the seating is in the round, your group
will never be more than 20 feet from the stage!
Later, try your luck at the Seneca Niagara Casino or
Fairgrounds Gaming and Raceway.
If you’re looking for an elegant night out, Shea’s
Performing Arts Center features Broadway shows in a
venue that has been called “the most beautiful theater in
North America.”
Enjoy Larkin Square for entertainment and special events.
Food Truck Tuesdays shouldn’t be missed!
Visit Buffalo City Hall and go to the observation deck for a
beautiful view of both Lake Erie and Buffalo
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SPIRIT OF THE SEASON TOUR
PROGRAM INCLUDES
Looking for the perfect gift? Stroll down Main Street in
Williamsville to shop and enjoy quaint storefronts decorated
for the holidays.
Poke around the independently-owned shops on Elmwood
Village, Hertel Avenue and Allentown in the city of
Buffalo to find one-of-a-kind gifts for family and friends.
Marvel at the ornate Christmas decorations with a five-star
dinner at Salvatore’s Italian Gardens.
Sing along to your favorite carols at the Buffalo
Philharmonic Orchestra Holiday Pops Concert.
Need a gift for the fashionista on your list? Find designer
brands for less at the Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls.
Main Street in East Aurora is another great place to find
unique gifts. Be sure to stop at Vidler’s 5 & 10, a shopping
experience reminiscent of the early 1900s. Shop at the
Made in America Store where all items are 100%
American made.
Don’t forget a trip to the Walden Galleria! With over
200 stores, you’re sure to find the perfect gift for everyone
on your list.
Have lunch at the lovely Roycroft Inn before touring the
Roycroft Campus to learn about Elbert Hubbard and the
Arts and Crafts Movement. Then stop by the Roycroft Copper
Shop Gallery, which features handcrafted artisan items or
take in a class at the new Power House.
Take a moment to remember the reason for the season at the
European style Italian Renaissance cathedral, Our Lady of
Victory Basilica & National Shrine.
There’s something magical about holiday lights. Spend an
evening taking in the splendor of the Festival of Lights at
Our Lady of Fatima Shrine or the Fairgrounds Festival
of Lights.
If you’re in town in early November, head over to the
Christmas in the Country Craft Show. It’s consistently
judged one of the top craft shows in the nation!
Christmas is always in season at the Woyshner’s Christmas
Shoppe, a 15,000 square foot store filled with santas, snowmen, and stockings.
Plan a stop at Designing Dish where you can paint your
own pottery to create a one-of-a-kind present, made with care.
They’ll even ship your project home for you after you leave.
See the biggest exhibition of poinsettias in Western New York
and enjoy the beauty of nature at the Buffalo & Erie County
Botanical Gardens holiday display.
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Attend a holiday-themed play at the Lancaster Opera
House and see the village of Lancaster transformed into
“Christmasville.”
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GARDENING TOUR
PROGRAM INCLUDES
Visit during the National Garden Festival, a 6 week festival
from mid June- July to view over 1,000 gardens! Events happen
daily during this 6 week period.
Tour the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, an outstanding
center of modern and contemporary art. The gallery’s collection belongs among the world’s top international surveys of
20th century painting and sculpture. Add time for a visit at
the Delaware Park Rose Garden following a stop at the
Albright-Knox Art Gallery.
Tour local yards during Open Gardens on Thursdays and
Fridays to see some of the best kept secrets! From asters to
zinnia’s and everything in between. There is a flower and shrub
to please all!
Visit the Elmwood Village within Buffalo for some urban
chic shopping and a meal on your own.
Visit the Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens to
see a world famous architectural design in the conservatory
itself and the lovely flowers and plants too. The Gardens feature
a great collection of exotic plants from around the world.
See the Erie Basin Marina Gardens, located at the foot of
Erie Street on downtown Buffalo’s waterfront. The Gardens are
home to a Garden of Specialty Annuals, as well as the Victor
and Joan Fuzak Memorial Test Rose Gardens.
This site is one of 25 All-American Rose Selection test gardens in
the United States.
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS
Take a Spirit of Buffalo or Miss Buffalo sightseeing cruise
on Lake Erie. Dinner cruises are also available aboard the
Grand Lady.
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Tour the Frank Lloyd Wright designed Darwin Martin
House Complex.
Visit the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National
Historic Site to see where TR was sworn in as 26th President
of the United States.
Visit a fresh farmers market and learn about locally grown
produce and tour an urban garden featuring an urban working
farm, green roof garden, a straw house, and even a fish farm
with Grassroots Gardens of Buffalo.
Visit one of many U-pick farms located along the Lake
Ontario and Lake Erie shores.
Learn more about Buffalo’s history by taking a tour at the
The Buffalo History Museum. Save some time to view the
Japanese Garden located behind the museum.
Visit Forest Lawn to see one of the finest arboretums in the
United States and view Frank Lloyd Wright’s Blue Sky
Mausoleum.
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EARN YOUR BADGES: SCOUT TOUR
Frolic in the flowers at the Buffalo & Erie County
Botanical Gardens, where Brownies can earn their Plant
Try-its Badge and Juniors can earn an Outdoor Creativity Badge
or the “Your Outdoor Surroundings” Badge.
Explore a tropical rainforest, learn the workings of an 1850s
heritage farm, and dig for fossils at the Buffalo Zoo! Scouts
can get in touch with nature while earning badges through
specialized programs.
Spark your scouts’ creativity, curiosity, and imagination at
the Explore & More Children’s Museum. Customized
programs for badges and try-its are available.
GREAT OUTDOORS:
NATURE AND SCIENCE
Get some fresh air at the Penn Dixie Paleontological and
Outdoor Education Center in Hamburg! Scouts can learn
about geology, astronomy, ornithology, and paleontology while
fulfilling requirements for various badges.
Take a walk on the wild side at the Buffalo Zoo! Scouts can
see their favorite wild animals up close and even earn badges
through specialized programs.
ALL AGES BOY SCOUT ITINERARY
Get back to nature at Tifft Nature Preserve, where Boy
Scouts, Cub Scouts, and Webelos can earn badges through the
Buffalo Museum of Science. A different scout program is
held most Saturdays, generally from about 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
NANCY J. PARISI
Explore the Buffalo Zoo, where scouts can learn about
ecology and the animal kingdom while earning badges through
specialized programs.
Learn the mysteries of extinction, our place in space, vertebrate evolution, and the ecology of the Niagara Frontier at the
Buffalo Museum of Science. Badge programs for scouts are
available both at the museum and at Tifft Nature Preserve.
Walk in presidential footsteps at the Theodore Roosevelt
Inaugural National Historic Site. Special educational
programs and tours are available for different age groups.
Experience 18th century life at historic Old Fort Niagara.
Scout groups can schedule a guided tour and participate in
fun, educational programs such as “Join the King’s Army” and
“Work and Play in 1779.”
Bring out your inner soldier at the Buffalo and Erie County
Naval and Military Park. Boy Scouts will love scampering
across the decks of a guided missile cruiser and discovering the
secrets of a WWII submarine.
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BUFFALO TECHNICAL TOUR
Get those gears moving and generate some brain power!
Technical tours are always interesting and it’s always fun
to see how things get made!
Visit and tour Buffalo Niagara’s Medical Campus.
Learn about the upcoming multi-million dollar additions to
the campus, including the UB Medical School, and John R.
Oishei Children’s Hospital. This includes interior visits at the
Hauptman-Woodward Institute, UB’s Center of Excellence in
Bioinformatics and other buildings along Buffalo’s “medical
corridor.”
PROGRAM INCLUDES
Tour a local factory where bubble gum and gum balls
are made
Learn about olive oil and experience first-hand the satisfaction
of sampling many styles of olive oils and vinegars The
tools of our trade are our human senses and our experience.
Learn about the history of olive oil and recipes handed down
through generations that call for only the finest ingredients.
Hear how olive oil can positively affect a healthy diet.
See one of the world’s largest manufacturing auto engine
plants and see the assembly line in action.
The Original American Kazoo Factory is the only place
in the US that still makes metal kazoos. See the museum,
learn the history, watch them being made and even make one
yourself!
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The Buffalo History Museum features a Buffalo Made
exhibit. Here you can see many items that were invented in
Buffalo and some that are still manufactured here.
Tour the region’s main postal office and see the machines
and how mail is cased, sorted and processed for delivery.
Visit a brewery, learn about the brewing process, the difference
between craft brews and commercially produced ales. And at the
end, try a sample or two.
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HOUSES OF WORSHIP TOUR
Western New York is rich in art, but not all of it is found in museums or
galleries. For generations, believers and non-believers alike have been inspired
by the art enshrined in Buffalo’s houses of worship. Radiant stained-glass,
paintings which have no equal, magnificent sculpture and ornamentation,
On the National Register of Historic
Places, Blessed Trinity R. C.
Church is recognized as the
purest replication of Lombard
Romanesque architecture in the
United States. The church’s exterior
features irregular “Harvard” brick
walls laid using a medieval technique
and terra-cotta ornamentation.
The interior is noted for its extensive
use of ceramics, including artisan
floor tiles, pillars, altar baldachino
and more than 2,000 decorative
symbols.
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The Buffalo Religious Art Center, a unique example of adaptive reuse.
A superb Romanesque Basilica Style church becomes a museum dedicated to
the display of religious art.
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handmade bricks, terra cotta and tile work -- and it’s all there for you to enjoy.
Four Buffalo churches invite you to be amazed by the faith of our immigrant
ancestors and awestruck by the art they created.
Corpus Christi is a landmark,
Romanesque-styled church saved
from closing in 2004 and currently
undergoing a multi-million dollar
historic restoration. The church
is especially noted for its exquisite
stained-glass windows and iconic
mural above the church altar,
considered to be one of the most
significant examples of ecclesiastical artwork in the United States.
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First Presbyterian Church is the oldest faith community in Buffalo, established in 1812. The church’s architecturally significant building on Symphony
Circle features Tiffany-designed stained glass windows, two impressive pipe
organs, and a 168-foot tall tower visible throughout the west side of the city.
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STUDENT MUSIC PERFORMANCE VENUES
VENUE
CONTACT NAME
CONTACT INFO
ADDRESS
DAYS & TIMES
CAPACITY
Academy of Performing Arts
Chris George
716-816-4220
450 Masten Ave, Buffalo, NY
Various
600
Buffalo Suzuki Strings
716-743-8728 4 Webster St, North Tonawanda, NY
Varies
300
Maria Rainsdon
[email protected]
44 Prime St, Buffalo, NY 14202
Seasonal
Varies - unlimited
Canalside
Miranda Morales
[email protected]
Marching concert, chorus
Chautauqua Institution
Laurie Stanton
716-357-6262
1 Ames Ave, Chautauqua, NY
May 1 - June 20; Sept 1 - Oct 31
Varies
Darien Lake Theme
Group sales
585-599-4641
9993 Allegany Rd, Darien Center, NY
Seasonal, May - Oct
Music festivals May and June
Park & Resort
Russ Fulton
716-633-1600
4545 Transit Rd, Williamsville, NY
Varies with mall hours;
Varies; unlimited
Eastern Hills Mall
call for information
capacity. Additional
security required
Elmwood Village Association
Carly Battin
716-881-0707
1068 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, NY
Varies - call
Varies, depending on
multiple outdoor venues
location - 10 to 10,000
Erie County Fair
Lou Ann Delaney
716-649-3900 x260
The Fairgrounds in Hamburg
Mid-August annually
Unlimited. Marching
Hamburg, NY
bands, concert bands
Fashion Outlets of Niagara
Mike Powers
716-297-0933 x206
1900 Military Rd, Niagara Falls, NY
Year-round (blackout dates may apply)Varies
Great Pumpkin Farm at
Katy Toth
716-759-8483
11199 Main St, Clarence, NY
October weekends
Unlimited capacity
Kelly Schultz Antique World
for marching bands
Hard Rock Cafe
Carolyn Moser
716-282-0007
333 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY
Year-round - varies
40+
Holy Trinity Church
Peter Angelakos
Send request to 1080 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14209
575
Kleinhans Music Hall
Mike Giambra
716-885-0331
499 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY
Call for information
3,000
Home of the Buffalo Philharmonic [email protected]
x415 and x417
Larkin Square
Seamus Gallivan
716-362-2665
745 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY
Year round, outdoor (varies) Varies but flexible
Lockport Locks &
Mike Murphy
716-433-6155
210 Market St, Lockport, NY
Seasonal; call for information
75-100
Erie Canal Cruises
Martin’s Fantasy Island
Len Synor
716-773-7591
2400 Grand Island Blvd, Grand Island, NY
Seasonal; Orchestra, Band &
Any size
Choral Festival, May weekends
Music is Art Buffalo Festival
Phil Aguglia
716-200-6518
Various locations, Buffalo, NY
January-February annually
Jazz bands
Niagara Falls State Park
Mary Kay Dugan
716-278-1763
Niagara Falls, NY
Seasonal; call for information
Varies
Niagara Falls Music & Art Festival
716-534-9960
Old Falls St, Niagara Falls, NY
June annually
Smaller bands/ensembles
Old Fort Niagara
Bob Emerson
716-745-7611
Robert Moses Pkwy, Youngstown, NY
Year-round; call for details Outdoor - unlimited
Indoor - 60
Roswell Park
Debbie Miga
716-845-5708
Elm & Carlton Streets, Buffalo, NY
Mon - Fri 10am-2pm
75 standing
Walden Galleria
Sarah Graf
716-681-7600
Cheektowaga, NY
Mon - Sat 10am-9:30pm
Chorus: 40
Sun 10am-7pm
Band: 10-15
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Attractions
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Multiple locations.
Endless possibilities.
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African American
Cultural Center, Inc.
710 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 847-0850
www.sheas.org/710Main
350 Masten Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 884-2013
www.aaccbuffalo.org
TOUR LENGTH: N/A
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
TOUR LENGTH: Call for details
FEE: Call for rates
GROUP LIMIT: 25-50
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
710 Main Theatre showcases local, regional and
touring productions in its 625 seat theater. It is also
available for private and corporate events.
MOTORCOACH PARKING: No
SEASONAL: Yes
FEE: Call for rates
HANDICAP ACCESS: Yes
MOTORCOACH PARKING: Yes
SEASONAL: Yes
Albright-Knox Art Gallery
Aléthea’s Chocolates
1285 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 882-8700
www.albrightknox.org
8301 Main Street
Williamsville, NY 14221
(716) 633-8620
www.altheas.com
TOUR LENGTH: Under 1 hour
TOUR LENGTH: N/A
GROUP LIMIT: 101-200
An outstanding center of modern and contemporary
art, the Albright-Knox collection belongs among
the world’s top international surveys of 20th
century painting and sculpture. Exhibitions and
installations are updated routinely.
FEE: Call for rates
SACRED GROUND PRODUCTIONS
710 Main Theatre
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GROUP LIMIT: 50
FEE: Call for rates
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
Since 1958, the Center has developed programs and
services to celebrate and support African Americans.
Popular programs include the Jumpin’ Jambalaya
Summer program, the soulful AACC Dance and
Drum Performance Company, the inspirational
Paul Robeson Theatre and entertaining Pine Grill
Jazz Reunion.
Step back in time, to when life was simpler, the
pace was slower, & the local Chocolate Shoppe and
Ice Cream Parlour was your favorite place to visit.
Sample fresh handmade confections, in our vintage
style Shoppe. Relax with an ice cream soda on our
Veranda, or in the Ice Cream Parlour.
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Aquarium of Niagara
Arcade & Attica Railroad
701 Whirlpool Street
(716) 285-3575
Toll Free: (800) 500-4609
www.aquariumofniagara.org
278 Main Street
Arcade, NY 14009
(585) 492-3100 Fax: (585) 492-0100
www.arcadeandatticarr.com
TOUR LENGTH: 2 or more
TOUR LENGTH: 1-2 hours
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
Dive into an ocean of discovery at Niagara’s other
water wonder! Highlights include California sea
lion demonstrations, harbor seals, and a colony
of Peruvian penguins. There are over 40 aquatic
exhibits to explore!
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
FEE: $5.00 - $10.00
SEASONAL: Yes
Becker Farms &
Vizcarra Vineyards
Artpark
450 South 4th Street
Lewiston, NY 14092
Box office: (716) 754-4375
Fax: (716) 754-2741
www.artpark.net
3760 Quaker Road
Gasport, NY 14067
(716) 772-2211 Fax: (716) 772-7429
www.beckerfarms.com
TOUR LENGTH: N/A
Celebrating 40 Years! Summertime performing
& visual arts venue, located in Historic Lewiston.
Artpark presents a Broadway Musical, family events,
and weekly concerts in the Outdoor Amphitheater.
Scenic hiking trails, fishing docks & picnic areas
are open year round. www.artpark.net
GROUP LIMIT: None
FEE: Call for rates
SEASONAL: Yes
All aboard! Experience scenic, historic train
excursions at the home of the last operating steam
train in New York State. The Railroad hosts many
special events, and private charters are available.
Open Memorial Day Weekend through December.
FEE: $10.00 - $15.00
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GROUP LIMIT: N/A
FEE: Less than $5.00
For the past 100 years Becker Farms and
Vizcarra Vineyards has harvested its own fruits
and vegetables to provide fresh produce and a wide
variety of value added products such as hand made
pies, jams, cookies, cider, fudge and wines. The
340 acre farm has been passed down through
five generations.
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Brown’s Berry Patch
Buffalo & Erie County
Botanical Gardens
14264 Roosevelt Highway (Route 18)
Waterport, NY 14571
(585) 682-5569 Fax: (585) 682-5502
www.brownsberrypatch.com
2655 South Park Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14218
(716) 827-1584
www.buffalogardens.com
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
Buffalo & Erie County
Naval & Military Park
One Naval Park Cove
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 847-1773 Fax: (716) 847-6405
www.buffalonavalpark.org
GROUP LIMIT: 101 - 200
FEE: Call for rates
SEASONAL: Yes
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Pick your own berries, cherries, apples and
pumpkins! Famous for fresh fruit, ice cream
sundaes, fruit pies and sandwiches. Children’s
birthday parties and our Barnyard Adventure offer
country fun for everyone. Spring, Summer and Fall
school and adult group tours including hayrides.
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
The largest inland
park of its kind
in the nation. All
branches of the
Armed Forces are
represented in the
park’s exhibits.
Tour the decks and
hulls of a guided
missile cruiser,
destroyer and WWII
submarine. Inspect
uniforms and
memorabilia in the
museum and exhibits aboard the ships.
Buffalo Arts Studio
FEE: Call for rates
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is
full of exotic horticulture treasures. Although there
are some plants native to our temperate region,
most are native to tropical and sub-tropical regions
of the world. Made up of three glass domes and
nine greenhouses, this breathtaking conservatory
2495 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 833-4450
www.buffaloartsstudio.org
TOUR LENGTH: N/A
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
FEE: Call for rates
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
BAS is a not-for-profit arts organization whose
mission is to provide affordable studio space and
regular public exposure for regional, national,
and international artists through exhibitions, and
to enrich the community with art classes, mural
programs, and public art.
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Buffalo Bills Football/
Ralph Wilson Stadium
Buffalo Bisons Baseball
Ralph Wilson Stadium - One Bills Drive
Orchard Park, NY 14127
(716) 648-1800
Fax: (716) 649-6446
Toll free: (877) 228-4257
www.buffalobills.com
TOUR LENGTH: N/A
GROUP LIMIT: None
FEE: Call for rates
Ralph Wilson Stadium has been home to the Bills
since 1973, with a seating capacity of 73,000 and
some of the best sight-lines in the entire NFL.
The Bills offer GROUP discounts to groups of 15
or more. For more info, call the GROUP Ticket
Information number, 1-877-BB-TICKS (228-4257).
Coca-Cola Field
One James D. Griffin Plaza
Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 846-2000
Fax: (716) 852-6530
Toll free: (888) 223-6000
www.bisons.com
GROUP LIMIT: None
FEE: Call for rates
SEASONAL: Yes
SEASONAL: Yes
Buffalo Central Terminal
Buffalo Harbor Cruises Miss Buffalo
495 Paderewski Drive
Buffalo, NY 14212
(716) 810-3210
www.buffalocentralterminal.org
79 Marine Drive
Buffalo, NY 14202-4225
Dock location: Erie Basin Marina
(716) 856-6696 Fax: (716) 856-8901
Toll free: (800) 244-8684
www.buffaloharborcruises.com
FEE: $5.00 - $10.00
The Central Terminal opened in 1929. The Central
Terminal Restoration Corp. was founded in 1997
to oversee the stabilization and restoration of the
building, and while undertaking renovations they
will continue with events and tours with a “Hard
Hat” view of the renovations for the 2014 season.
The Buffalo Bisons, Triple A affiliate of the Toronto
Blue Jays, play at the finest ballpark in the minor
leagues - Coca-Cola Field.
FEE: Call for rates
Take a narrated sightseeing cruise and travel
through three bodies of water, passing through the
historic Black Rock Lock and Canal. Party cruises
and private charters also available. Public cruises:
July-Labor Day (call for reservations).Private
charters: May-Sept. (call for rates and dates).
SEASONAL: Yes
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The Buffalo History Museum
Buffalo Museum of Science
1 Museum Court
Buffalo, NY 14216
(716) 873-9644
www.buffalohistory.org
1020 Humboldt Parkway
Buffalo, NY 14211
(716) 896-5200 Fax: (716) 897-6723
Toll free: (866) 291-6660
www.sciencebuff.org
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
A National Historic Landmark built in 1901 during
the Pan-American Exposition. The museum
features interactive exhibits, an extensive collection
of artifacts, manuscripts, books and photographs
chronicling the development of Buffalo and the
Niagara Frontier. New permanent exhibit of Tim
Russert’s Meet the Press office.
FEE: Adults $5.00 - $10.00
FEE: $5.00 - $10.00
BMS offers interactive science studios, a National
Geographic 3D Cinema, special traveling exhibits, and
galleries showcasing items from its collections of over
700,000 specimens and artifacts. BMS will host the
world renowned travelling exhibit, “Mummies of the
World” in Spring/Summer 2014.
Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus
Buffalo Niagara
Heritage Village
3 Symphony Circle
Buffalo, NY 14201
(716) 833-6642
www.bpchorus.org
3755 Tonawanda Creek Road
Amherst, NY 14228
(716) 689-1440 Fax: (716) 689-1409
www.bnhv.org
Tour 10 historic homes on a beautiful 35 acre
campus including churches, a blacksmith shop
and schoolhouses that have been part of our region
for over 150 years. Enjoy daily activities and learn
firsthand what life was like in the 19th century!
Festivals and special events held all year long!
FEE: Call for rates
GROUP LIMIT: 201+
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FEE: Call for rates
The Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus (BPChorus)
consists of one hundred and twenty auditioned
voices made up of skilled and committed singers
who continually develop and pursue its tradition
of excellence.
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Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
Buffalo River History Tours
3 Symphony Circle
Buffalo, NY 14201
(716) 885-5000 Fax: (716) 885-5064
Toll free: (800) 699-3168
www.bpo.org
One Naval Park Cove
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 796-4556
www.buffaloriverhistorytours.com
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As Buffalo’s cultural ambassador, the Grammy
Award-winning Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
presents more than 120 Classics, Pops and Youth
Concerts each year. Since 1940, the orchestra’s
permanent home has been Kleinhans Music Hall, a
National Historic Site.
FEE: Call for rates
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
FEE: Call for rates
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
Take a cruise through history and join us for a
90-minute narrated Buffalo River History Tour!
Hear the story of the Erie Canal, Buffalo’s history as
the largest grain port in the world and experience
the nation’s largest collection of standing grain
elevators from just a few feet away.
SEASONAL: Yes
Buffalo Sabres Hockey- NHL
Buffalo Tours
First Niagara Center
One Seymour H. Knox III Plaza
Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 855-4100 Fax: (716) 855-4110
Toll free: (800) 467-2273
www.sabres.com
617 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 852-3300 Fax: (716) 852-5340
www.buffalotours.org
TOUR LENGTH: N/A
GROUP LIMIT: None
The Buffalo Sabres have been one of the National
Hockey League’s premier franchises since their
inception in 1970. Perennial playoff contenders,
the Sabres play their home games at First Niagara
Center to routinely sold out crowds. In town
between October and April. Don’t miss the action!
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
FEE: Call for rates
FEE: Call for rates
From majestic grain elevators to historic neighborhoods, we take you there! Experience BuffaloNiagara’s heritage and architecture with residents
who know it best. Public tours are held year ‘round.
We also arrange private tours, step-on guides, and
school trips on request.
SEASONAL: Yes
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Buffalo Transportation/
Pierce-Arrow Museum
Buffalo Zoo
300 Parkside Ave
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 837-3900 Fax: (716) 837-0738
www.buffalozoo.org
263 Michigan Avenue at
201 Seneca Street
Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 853-0084
www.pierce-arrow.com
Featuring automobiles made in Western New York
including Pierce-Arrow and Thomas Flyer. Cars
from 1903 to 1960s, muscle cars, etc. The museum
offers a unique venue for parties, business meetings
and social events.
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
FEE: $20.00/guided tour
GROUP LIMIT: None
It’s the only place in town to observe a wide variety
of exotic and domestic animals year-round in
naturalistic habitats, including the Zoo’s M&T Bank
Rainforest Falls exhibit, which is especially popular
during the winter months!
FEE: $5.00 - $10.00
Burchfield Penney Art Center
Castellani Art Museum of
Niagara University
1300 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 878-6011 Fax (716) 878-6003
www.burchfieldpenney.org
Lewiston Road and College Avenue
PO Box 1938
Niagara University, NY 14109-1938
(716) 286-8200
www.castellaniartmuseum.org
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
The Burchfield-Penney Art Center is a museum
dedicated to the art and culture of Western New
York, including the world’s largest collection
of works by Charles E. Burchfield. Exhibitions
and programs include art and design from the
Buffalo Niagara region, as well as historic and
contemporary pieces.
FEE: $5.00 - $10.00
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GROUP LIMIT: 25-50
The Museum hosts artist talks and exhibitions of
nationally known and emerging contemporary
artists and traditional folk arts each year. It also has
a permanent collection of over 5,700 works of art,
including well known artists such as Picasso, Miro,
Dali, Calder, Nevelson, Warhol and many others.
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Cave of the Winds
Soak up the Cave
of the Winds, where
you’ll experience the
power of Niagara Falls
from less than 20 feet
away! Prepare to be
soaked. A special Cave
of the Winds viewing
area has also been set
up for handicapped
individuals and adults
with children in arms.
Niagara Fall State Park
Goat Island
(716) 278-1730
www.niagarafallsstatepark.com/
cave-of-the-winds.aspx
GROUP LIMIT: None
Center for the Arts
103 Center for the Arts
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY 14260
(716) 645-2787
www.ubcfa.org
FEE: Call for rates
FEE: Call for rates
SEASONAL: Yes
Chiappone Cellars Winery
Colored Musicians Club &
Museum
3401 Murphy Road
Newfane, NY 14108
(716) 433-9463
145 Broadway
Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 842-0969
GROUP LIMIT: None
GROUP LIMIT: 25-50
FEE: Call for rates
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wines made. Small gift shop. Pavilion with charcoal
grills and electricity that seats 100 people.
Tastings free and paid.
The Center for the Arts at the University at Buffalo
continues to present the Western New York
community with the widest variety of quality live
entertainment. The upcoming season features
music, dance, comedy, speakers, Broadway,
international preformances and more.
GROUP LIMIT: None
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FEE: Call for rates
MOTORCOACH PARKING: Yes, on street
The Colored Musicians Club is the only remaining
African American club of its kind in the United
States. In 1999, it was designated a historical
preservation site. Currently, the Club is promoting
historical research and the preservation of jazz
in Buffalo. The Museum is a multimedia archive
where the visitors can view and interact with
artifacts that represent the long history of the club.
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Designing Dish
Darien Lake Theme Park
and Resort
138 Grey Street
East Aurora, NY 14052
(716) 655-4456
www.designingdish.com
9993 Allegheny Road PO Box 91
Darien Center, NY 14040
(585) 599-4641
www.godarienlake.com
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TOUR LENGTH: N/A
Darien Lake Resort is New York’s largest
combination Theme Park and Water Park Resort.
Cool off in the new Swirl City Water Slides, 16-foot
Flotation Station Lazy River, and Lazy Days Lagoon.
After a day in the sun, let the whipping winds on
one of our six world-class coasters dry you off!
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
FEE: Call for rates
MOTORCOACH PARKING: Yes, free
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
A paint your own pottery studio, Designing Dish
specializes in the painting of bisque ware, glass
fusing and silver clay.
FEE: Call for rates
*Part of the Western New York Southtowns Scenic
Byway (www.wnyssb.org)
SEASONAL: Yes
Elbert Hubbard/
Roycroft Museum
Erie Canal Discovery Center
24 Church Street
Lockport, NY 14094
(716) 439-0431
www.niagarahistory.org
363 Oakwood Avenue
(716) 652-4735
www.aurorahistoricalsociety.com
1910 craftsmen bungalow containing a collection
of books, letters, furniture, metal ware, leather crafts
and art glass pertaining to Elbert Hubbard and the
Roycroft Arts and Crafts Movement. The museum is
open from June through the end of October. Special
tours can be arranged by calling the museum.
GROUP LIMIT: 25-50
FEE: $5.00 - $10.00
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
A multidimensional orientation film transports
the visitor back in time onboard a recreation of
the packet boat Western Comet. Additional
audiovisual stations allow guests the hands-on
opportunity to view the dolomite rock wall and to
navigate a model ship through an actual working
series of locks.
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Erie Canal Museum at
Locks 34 & 35
Explore & More Children’s
Museum
80 Canal Street
Lockport, NY 14094
www.canals.state.ny.us
300 Gleed Avenue
(716) 655-5131 Fax: (716) 655-5466
www.exploreandmore.org
GROUP LIMIT: 25-50
Nostalgic black & white photos of the early canal
days housed in 20’ x 26’ former barge canal
powerhouse.
FEE: Call for rates
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
Spark your kids creativity, curiosity & imagination
at a fun museum designed for the many ways kids
learn.
MICHAEL MANDOLFO
Forest Lawn
The Fairgrounds in Hamburg
1411 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 885-1600 Fax: (716) 881-6482
www.forest-lawn.com
5600 McKinley Parkway
Hamburg, NY 14075
(716) 649-3900
www.thefair-grounds.com
GROUP LIMIT: Call for details
FEE: Call for rates
GROUP LIMIT: 25-50
With over 266 acres, the facility is home to a variety
of the top events and attractions in the area. The
Fairgrounds includes an Event Center, Buffalo
Raceway, Hamburg Casino, and a holiday favorite
event - Festival of Lights, but the most well-known
annual event is the Erie County Fair.
FEE: Call for rates
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Breathtaking historic 269-acre cemetery in the
heart of Buffalo, NY. Founded in 1849, Forest
Lawn contains outstanding examples of funerary
art, including the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed
Blue Sky Mausoleum. Prominent graves:
President Millard Fillmore, Seneca Chief Red
Jacket, Blocher Memorial.
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BIFF HENRICH
Frank Lloyd Wright’s
Darwin Martin House Complex
125 Jewett Parkway
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 856-3858
Toll free: (877) 377-3858
www.darwinmartinhouse.org
The Martin House Complex is one of Wright’s
finest achievements. Five interconnected buildings,
surrounding landscape, and an extensive collection
of art glass/furnishings designed by Wright stand as
an integrated architectural masterwork. Experience
a tour of this National Historic Landmark.
GROUP LIMIT: 51-100
FEE: $5.00 - $10.00
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
The genius of architecture & the beauty of nature,
a 20 minute drive from downtown Buffalo.
Summer estate of the Martin family. Magnificent
architecture, sweeping lake views, 8 acres of
grounds & gardens. National Register of Historic
Places. Ample free bus parking; gift shop.
See website for info.
FEE: $10.00 - $15.00
5138 Lower Mountain Road
Lockport, NY 14094
(716) 433-4136 Fax: (716) 433-4174
www.freedomrunwinery.com
The dramatic and heart-rending stories of the
people who risked their lives for freedom, as well as
the lasting heritage of their ancestors, can now be
experienced at Freedom Crossing, the new Regional
Underground Railroad Interpretive Center, on the
campus of Niagara University in nearby Lewiston.
Freedom crossing tells the story of the Underground
Railroad in Buffalo Niagara through historic photographs, artifacts, stories, audio stations, and art.
Brochures and maps are available to Underground
Railroad historic sites.
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
FEE: Call for rates
6472 Old Lakeshore Road
Derby, NY 14047
(716) 947-9217
www.graycliffestate.org
Freedom Run Winery
Freedom Crossing:
The Underground Railroad
in Greater Niagara
5795 Lewiston Road
Castellani Art Museum
Niagara University, NY 14109
(716) 286-8200
www.freedomcrossingniagara.org
Frank Lloyd Wright’s
Graycliff Estate
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GROUP LIMIT: N/A
FEE: Call for rates
A family owned winery featuring estate grown,
artisan wines from the Niagara Escarpment.
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Grand Lady Cruises, Inc.
Hamburg Gaming
5 Austin Street
Buffalo, NY 14207
(716) 873-4630
www.grandlady.com
Hamburg, NY 14075
(716) 646-6109
Toll free: (800) 237-1205
www.hamburggaming.com
TOUR LENGTH: N/A
GROUP LIMIT: 51-100
Buffalo Niagara’s only dinner cruise specializes in
scenic and relaxing lunch and dinner cruises for
groups and individuals. Plying the always calm
upper Niagara River, cruise in style while enjoying a
delicious three course plated meal.
FEE: Call for rates
SEASONAL: Yes
Herschell Carrousel
Factory Museum
Hidden Valley
Animal Adventure
180 Thompson Street
North Tonawanda, NY 14120
(716) 693-1885 Fax: (716) 743-9018
www.carrouselmuseum.org
2887 Royce Road
Varysburg, NY 14167
(585) 535-4100
TOUR LENGTH: N/A
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
GROUP LIMIT: 51-100
The Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum welcomes
the young at heart! Housed in the National Register
listed Allan Herschell Carrousel Factory building,
this attraction has exhibits, demonstrations, two
antique carousels, a children’s gallery, gift shop
and more.
Excellent gaming, exciting promotions and unique
dining and entertainment are just a few of the
reasons why Hamburg Gaming is the place “Where
Friends and Fun Meet!” With nearly 940 gaming
machines in every denomination, video poker, and
big payout progressives, there’s a game for everyone!
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
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FEE: Call for rates
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
SEASONAL: Yes
One of the most unique attractions in the Northeast
awaits you at Hidden Valley Animal Adventure!You
will be treated to a breathtaking natural setting,
unique dining experience, and guided trolley rides
through our 60+ acre animal park.
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Holland NASCAR
Motorsports Complex
Holland Land Office Museum
131 West Main Street
Batavia, NY 14020
(585) 343-4727
www.hollandlandoffice.com
11586 Holland Glenwood Road
Holland, NY 14080
(716) 418-7223 Fax: (716) 537-7949
www.hollandspeedway.com
GROUP LIMIT: 51-100
Located in the 1815 office of the Holland Land
Company, the museum focuses on the country’s
rich and diverse history and the Holland Land
Company. Group tours welcome.
Irish Classical Theatre
Company at Andrews Theatre
FEE: Call for rates
Since opening in 1960 The Holland NASCAR
Motorsports Complex has become Western New
York’s premier track for NASCAR racing every
Saturday. It’s a great place for family fun or
corporate outings! Check out our website for a
complete schedule and to purchase tickets. Don’t
miss the excitement!
Jell-O Gallery and Leroy House
23 East Main Street
LeRoy, NY 14482
(585) 768-7433
www.jellomuseum.com
625 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 853-4282
Fax: (716) 853-0592
www.irishclassicaltheatre.com
The Irish Classical Theatre Company presents
outstanding productions at the Andrews Theatre,
the area’s only true theatre-in-the-round. At the
Andrews, you’re never more than twenty feet from
the stage. Once the theatre lights go down you
become, as one audience member described it,
“totally engrossed, enthralled and enchanted.”
GROUP LIMIT: 25-50
FEE: Call for rates
SEASONAL: Yes
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
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GROUP LIMIT: None
An exhibit of America’s Most Famous Dessert that
was introduced in LeRoy in 1897, and a 19th
century home built by the LeRoy family in 1822.
Open year-round. Closed holidays.
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Karpeles Manuscript
Library Museum
Kenan Center
Porter Hall - 453 Porter Avenue
(716) 885-4139 Fax: (716) 885-4139
North Hall - 220 North Street
(716) 885-1986
Buffalo, NY 14201
www.rain.org /~karpeles/
TOUR LENGTH: 1/2-2 hours
FEE: Call for rates
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
433 Locust Street
Lockport, NY 14094
(716) 433-2617
www.kenancenter.org
The Karpeles Manuscript Library is the world’s
largest private collection of original manuscripts
and documents. The library was founded in 1983 by
California real estate magnates, David and Marsha
Karpeles, with the goal of stimulating interest in
learning.
GROUP LIMIT: 25-50
Campus includes the 1850s Kenan House, a historic
residence that serves as a regional community
center providing arts, education and recreation
programs. Facilities and amenities include a yearround gallery and landscaped gardens, the Taylor
Theater, an education building, and sports arena.
FEE: Call for rates
Lancaster Opera House
Lancaster Raceway Park
21 Central Avenue
Lancaster, NY 14086
(716) 683-1776 Fax: (716) 683-8220
www.lancopera.org
57 Gunnville Road
Lancaster, NY 14086
(716) 759-6818 Fax: (716) 759-6008
www.lancasterracing.com
TOUR LENGTH: N/A
GROUP LIMIT: 250+
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
FEE: Call for rates
FEE: Call for rates
The Lancaster Opera House stages comedies,
dramas, musical, concerts and classic films. As they
enter their 30th season, the 350 seat Victorian style
theater features a variety of entertainment that the
entire family will enjoy.
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Professional stock car racing on Saturdays, IHRA
drag racing on Fridays, amateur drags on Tuesday.
Special events include nostalgia car shows and the
“US Open” Championships.
SEASONAL: Yes
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Letchworth State Park
Lasertron Interactive
Entertainment Center
1 Letchworth State Park
Castile, NY 14427-1124
(585) 493-3600
www.nysparks.com
5101 N. Bailey
Amherst, NY 14226
(716) 833-8766
www.lasertron.us
TOUR LENGTH: N/A
FEE: Call for rates
LASERTRON is a Western New York-based laser tag
manufacturer and family entertainment center. The
location is the oldest continually operating laser tag
facility in North America, featuring two laser tag
arenas (including the largest in the Eastern US),
video arcade, party area and snack bar. Reservations
recommended.
FEE: Call for rates
Lucy Desi Museum &
Center for Comedy
Lockport Locks and
Erie Canal Cruises and the
Lockport Canalside
2 West Third Street
Jamestown, NY 14701
(716) 484-0800
www.lucy-desi.com
210 Market Street
Lockport, NY 14094 (716) 433-6155
Fax: (716) 433-3279
Toll free: (800) 378-0352
www.lockportlocks.com
TOUR LENGTH: N/A
Experience this AAA Gem Attraction featured on the
History Channel. Enjoy a unique narrated two hour
cruise past many historic sites and “Flight of Five.”
Cruise includes being raised and lowered 50 feet in
the only double set of locks on the Erie Canal.
GROUP LIMIT: 201+
FEE: $10.00 - $15.00
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
FEE: Call for rates
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
SEASONAL: Yes
Trails are available for hiking, horseback riding,
biking, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.
Summer: whitewater rafting, kayaking, hot air
ballooning and two pools for swimming. Winter
activities: ice skating, snow tubing, cross-country
skiing, snowmobiling and horse-drawn sleigh rides.
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Celebrate Jamestown’s own Lucille Ball and her
co-star husband, Desi Arnaz. Enjoy larger than
life wall panels, personal belongings, interactive
displays, videos and more. Annual festivals include
our Memorial Day Weekend celebration in May as
well as Lucy’s birthday celebration in early August!
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Maid of the Mist Boat Tour
and Observation Elevator
Martin’s Fantasy Island
2400 Grand Island Boulevard
Grand Island, NY 14072
(716) 773-7591 Fax: 773-7043
www.martinsfantasyisland.com
151 Buffalo Avenue
Niagara Falls State Park, Prospect Point
(716) 284-8897
www.maidofthemist.com
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
The world famous Maid of the Mist cruises right to
the base of the American Falls, then to the basin of
the magnificent Horseshoe Falls. An unforgettable
30 minute tour. Observation elevator offers a
dramatic view of the Falls. May - Late October.
Hours vary. Call for times.
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
FEE: Call for rates
We specialize in hosting picnics for any group
looking for a special family fun day. Our catered
events are the “no muss no fuss” solution. We do
it all from set up to clean up. Your special group
rate includes the picnic and all rides, shows, and
attractions as well as the Water Park (in season).
FEE: Call for rates
SEASONAL: Yes
SEASONAL: Yes
Medina Railroad Museum
Midnight Run Wine Cellars
530 West Avenue
Medina, NY 14103
(585) 798-6106 Fax: (585) 798-1086
www.railroadmuseum.net
3301 Braley Road
Ransomville, NY 14131
(716) 751-6200
www.midnightrunwines.com
TOUR LENGTH: N/A
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
Largest railroad and toy train museum in New
York. Longest HO scale model train layout in the
USA. Two hours fall foliage train rides through Erie
Canal Corridor available for $20/person.
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FEE: Call for rates
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
Midnight Run Wine Cellars is the newest vineyard
in the Niagara Wine Trail. The lake effect climate
and rich soil enable them to produce unique still
and sparkling wines. Their dedication to quality
along with the pride in the grapes grown is
apparent in each handcrafted bottle.
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Millard Fillmore House
moondanceCat
24 Shearer Avenue
(716) 652-4985
www.aurorahistoricalsociety.com
329 Erie Street
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 854-7245
www.moondancecat.com
TOUR LENGTH: N/A
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
GROUP LIMIT: 25-50
A National Historic Landmark house, which
President Millard Fillmore helped build and lived
in from 1826-1830. It contains furnishings and
artifacts connected with Millard Fillmore’s life.
Beautiful rose and herb garden. Special tours can
be arranged by calling the museum.
FEE: $5.00 - $10.00
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
May 1st - October 17th, it’s always a marvelous time
aboard the moondanceCat. Cruises depart from the
Erie Basin Marina. Contact by phone or website
for details.
FEE: Call for rates
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
SEASONAL: Yes
Murphy Orchards
Musicalfare Theatre
2402 McClew Road
Burt, NY 14028
(716) 778-7926
www.murphyorchards.com
4380 Main Street, Suite 123
Amherst, NY 14226
(716) 839-8540
www.musicalfare.com
TOUR LENGTH: N/A
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
This privately owned fruit farm is believed to have
been part of the Underground Railroad network
between 1850 and 1861. The farmhouse, barn,
orchards and landscape itself, remain virtually the
same as they were 150 years ago. Tearoom open
year-round.
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FEE: Call for details
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
MOTORCOACH PARKING: N0
MusicalFare Theatre is a not-for-profit professional
musical theatre company dedicated to bringing
quality musical theatre to Western New York,
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Nash House Museum
Niagara Adventure Theater
36 Nash Street
Buffalo, NY 14204
(716) 856-4490
www.nashhousemuseum.org
Niagara Falls State Park Visitor Center
Prospect Street
(716) 278-5040
www.niagaramovie.com
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
The former residence of the Rev. J. Edward Nash,
the pastor of the Michigan Avenue Baptist Church.
Many of Rev. Nash’s sermons and letters that
are a crucial part of Buffalo’s African-American
community history were written here and are on
display for viewing. Open tours by appointment.
FEE: $5.00 - $10.00
Niagara County
Historical Society
FEE: $5.00 - $10.00
1 Prospect Park
(716) 278-1796
www.niagarafallsstatepark.com
215 Niagara Street
Lockport, NY 14094
(716) 434-7433
www.niagaracounty.org
TOUR LENGTH: N/A
GROUP LIMIT: 51-100
A multi-building museum housing many fascinating
exhibits. Experience a pioneer’s log cabin; visit an
old-time doctor’s office; see the first air conditioned
General Motors automobile; stop by the Bond House
built in 1823.
FEE: Adults Less than $5.00
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
The recently upgraded Adventure Theater is proud
to present the 40-minute show that has been viewed
by more than 14 million people worldwide. Learn
about the explorers and settlers that put Niagara on
the map and the daredevils who have tried to tame
her waters at this fun Niagara Falls attraction.
GROUP LIMIT: 201+
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GROUP LIMIT: N/A
FEE: No
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
With sparkling scenery, thrilling attractions,
family-friendly and interactive exhibits, miles
of hiking trails and delectable dining options,
Niagara Falls State Park gets you closer to the
Falls than anywhere else.
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Niagara Gorge
Trailhead Center
Niagara Gorge Discovery Center
(716) 278-1070
Robert Moses Parkway
(716) 278-0820
Learn about the natural and local history of the
Niagara Gorge and Falls. Ride the virtual reality
Gorge Elevator Experience, zoom in on the Falls
with the Real Time Gorge Camera, control the
movement of continents and gorge formation in
the Time Portal and see the show on the gorge
and trails.
Niagara Jet Adventures
FEE: Call for rates
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
Niagara Gorge adventure hikes led by park
naturalists. See up close the mighty Niagara River,
Whirlpool and rapids, and Giant Rock. Learn about
the geology, natural and local history of the gorge
and falls. May-October. See website for hours and
admission fees.
Niagara Power Project
Power Vista
555 Water Street
Youngstown, NY 14174
(716) 652-8687
www.niagarajet.com
5777 Lewiston Road
Lewiston, NY 14092
(716) 286-6661 Fax: (716) 286-6654
Toll free: (866) 697-2386
www.nypa.gov/vc/niagara.htm
TOUR LENGTH: 45-60 minutes
GROUP LIMIT: 100
FEE: $61.00 Adults $51.00 for seniors
Niagara Jet Adventures is the must-do whitewater
and historic river boating experience. The NJA boats
skim just above the swift waters of the Niagara River
Gorge, followed by swirling torrent of the legendary
Niagara Gorge, with the hair-raising 360˚ spins.
$51.00 for Children (age 4 – 12,
minimum 40 inches tall)
Additional $10 per person for
Co-Pilot Premium seats.
HANDICAP ACCESS: with assistance
GROUP LIMIT: 25-50
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
FEE: Call for rates
We’ve got fun down to a science! Our admissionfree and handicapped accessible attraction features
more than 50 interactive exhibits about hydroelectricity and an observation deck perched 350 feet
above the Niagara River Gorge.
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Niagara Wine Trail
O’Connell & Company
Between Niagara and Orleans Counties
Lockport, NY 14092
www.niagarawinetrail.org
The Park School
4625 Harlem Road
Snyder, NY 14226
(716) 848-0800
www.oconnellandcompany.com
TOUR LENGTH: N/A
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
Located between the Niagara Escarpment & Lake
Ontario, Niagara Wine Region USA consists of
unique geographical characteristics and a microclimate suitable for the production of vinifera,
native and hybrid grapes, ice wine, mead, fruit
wines & hard cider.
FEE: Call for rates
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
GROUP LIMIT: 201+
FEE: Call for rates
O’Connell & Company was founded in 1995
by actress Mary Kate O’Connell. Performances
have included Baby, Nunsense, Closer Than Ever,
Passion, We’re Still Hot, Musical of Musicals - The
Musical, Buffalo ZINGS, and the popular O’Connell
& Company original, DIVA by DIVA: A Celebration
of Women!
SEASONAL: Yes
Old Fort Niagara
The Original Kazoo Company,
Factory, Museum & Gift Shop
2 Scott Avenue, Fort Niagara State Park
(716) 745-7611 Fax: (716) 745-9141
www.oldfortniagara.org
8703 South Main Street
Eden, NY 14057
(716) 992-3960 Fax: (716) 992-2728
www.edenkazoo.com
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
Three-hundred years of history, just minutes
from the Falls. The site of historic battles and
sieges, trading and conquest, Old Fort Niagara
is an exciting place where the past comes to life.
Preserved as it stood in the 1700’s when France and
Britain controlled Niagara.
FEE: $5.00 - $10.00
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GROUP LIMIT: 25-50
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The only metal kazoo manufacturer in the world
operating as a working factory and museum, with
belt-driven machines dating back to 1907. The
museum highlights history, amusing trivia and
a unique view of how kazoos are made. Get the
chance to make your own kazoo!.
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Our Lady of Fatima Shrine
Our Lady of Victory Basilica
and National Shrine
1023 Swann Road P.O. Box 167
(716) 754-7489
www.fatimashrine.com
767 Ridge Road
Lackawanna, NY 14218
(716) 828-9444
www.ourladyofvictory.org
Since 1954, Our Lady of Fatima Shrine has become
a place of natural beauty, art, communal prayer,
and renewal. See the Dome Basilica, the Avenue of
the Saints (with over 100 life-size marble statues)
the Rosary Pool, and of course, the 13 foot statue of
Our Lady of Fatima.
Rivaling the great churches of Europe, the Basilica
was built in 1926 as a gift of thanks to the Blessed
Mother from Venerable Nelson Baker, a current
candidate for sainthood. Prominent features of the
shrine include breathtaking painting and marble
sculpture, as well as the Father Baker Museum.
Penn Dixie Paleontological &
Outdoor Education Center
Reinstein Woods
Nature Preserve
4050 North Street
Blasdell, NY 14219
(716) 627-4560 Fax: (716) 627-4571
www.penndixie.org
93 Honorine Drive
Depew, NY 14043
(716) 683-5959 Fax: (716) 686-0210
www.reinsteinwoods.org
A unique 54-acre site with fossil collecting, geology,
astronomy, birding, wetlands, nature programs,
summer day camps, schools, scouts, & other special
summer and winter programs. Over 4,100 ft. of
paved trails for wheel chair, walker, stroller and
wagon access.
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
FEE: Adults $5.00 - $10.00
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GROUP LIMIT: 51-100
A unique 292-acre complex of forests, ponds, and
wetlands surrounded by suburban development,
Reinstein Woods offers a variety of opportunities
to explore nature year-round. Features include a
“green” visitor center, champion beech tree, lily
pond. Group tours are available by appointment.
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Riviera Theatre
Roycroft Copper Shop Gallery
31 South Grove Street
(716) 655-0261
www.roycroftcampuscorporation.com
67 Webster Street
North Tonawanda, NY 14120
(716) 692-2413 Fax: 692-0364
www.rivieratheatre.org
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
Billed as the “Showplace of the Tonawandas,” the
Riviera Theatre was built in 1926 and has remained
a historic staple of the region for eighty years. Home
to “the Mighty Wurlitzer,” the “Riv” presents a wide
variety of entertainment.
FEE: $5.00 - $10.00
FEE: $5.00 - $10.00
Roycroft Campus
Corporation
Seneca Niagara
Casino & Hotel
31 South Grove Street
(716) 655-0261
www.roycroftcampuscorporation.com
310 Fourth Street
877-873-6322
www.senecaniagaracasino.com
Re-discover the practices of Elbert Hubbard and the
Roycrofters during the early 1900’s Arts & Crafts
Movement. Regularly scheduled guided educational
outdoor walking tours are available July through
September.
FEE: $5.00 - $10.00
GROUP LIMIT: 201+
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Over 60 local and national artisans have their work
represented in the Copper Shop Gallery. The Gallery,
located in the original Roycroft Copper Shop,
contains an extensive gift area, gallery and displays
of historic printing equipment, in user periodically
for demonstrations and workshops.
Guests can enjoy 147,000 square feet of gaming
space with 4,000 slot machines and 100 table
games, 10 restaurants, live entertainment and a AAA
Four Diamond Award-winning, 26-story hotel with
604 recently-renovated deluxe rooms, a spa and
salon, fitness center and indoor pool.
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Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino
Shea’s Performing Arts Center
1 Fulton Street
Buffalo, NY 14204
(716) 299-1100
877-873-6322
www.senecabuffalocreekcasino.com
646 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 847-1410
Fax: (716) 847-1644
www.sheas.org
Located in the heart of downtown Buffalo’s Inner
Harbor area, the Casino features 808 slot machines
and 18 table games such as Blackjack, Roulette,
Craps, Three Card Poker and more! Also new to
theCasino is the BC Café and Buffalo Savors, which
include delicious items from some of Buffalo’s most
famous restaurants. And be sure to check out the
all-new Stixx Sports Bar where you can cheer on
your favorite team!
GROUP LIMIT: 201+
FEE: Call for rates
BLACKOUT: Call for details
FEE: Call for rates
Spirit of Buffalo
Spring Lake Winery
One Naval Park Cove
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 796-7210
www.spiritofbuffalo.com
7373 Rochester Road
Lockport, NY 14094
(716) 439-5253 fax: (716) 625-1217
www.springlakewinery.com
TOUR LENGTH: N/A
GROUP LIMIT: 25-50
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
FEE: Call for rates
Sail back in time aboard the Spirit of Buffalo.
Discover traditional sailing on a classic 73 foot
topsail schooner. This beautiful schooner with its
magnificent red sails is available for private and
corporate charters, public cruises, children’s pirate
adventures and educational excursions.
SEASONAL: Yes
GROUP LIMIT: 25-50
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Built in the style
of a European
opera house in
1926, Shea’s
Performing Arts
Center continues
to entertain
audiences today
with touring
Broadway
musicals, concerts,
dance programs,
historic theatre
tours, a Free Film
Series, educational programs, and family shows.
Enjoy wine tasting next to our beautiful vineyards
and lake. Vineyard Express runs twice a month
June-October. Exclusive wine club membership also
available. See website for more information.
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Steel Plant Museum, Inc.
Theatre of Youth (TOY)
100 Lee Street
Buffalo, NY 14210
(716) 821-9361
www.steelplantmuseuminc.org
203 Allen Street
Allendale Theatre
Buffalo, NY 14201
(716) 884-4400 fax: (716) 819-9653
www.theatreofyouth.org
GROUP LIMIT: 25-50
A tribute to Western New York steelworkers and
Bethlehem Steel, at one time the world’s largest
steel plant. Contains photos, artifacts, memorabilia
related to the local steel industry.
FEE: Call for rates
Theatre of Youth (TOY) engages all ages with
crowd-pleasing, child-centered, professionally
produced theater. Award-winning original set and
costume designs grace the stage of the historic
Allendale Theatre, originally constructed in 1913,
and located in Buffalo’s Allentown neighborhood.
GROUP LIMIT: N/A
FEE: Call for rates
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural
National Historic Site
Vidler’s 5 & 10
676 - 694 Main Street
(716) 652-0481
www.vidlers5and10.com
641 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 884-0095 Fax: (716) 884-0330
www.trsite.org
TOUR LENGTH: N/A
GROUP LIMIT: 25-50
Theodore Roosevelt began his presidential journey
here. All new state-of-the-art exhibits and a
dramatic guided tour offer a museum experience
unlike any other. Immerse yourself in the sights,
sounds and emotions surrounding this pivotal
moment in our nation’s history.
FEE: $5.00 - $10.00
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GROUP LIMIT: N/A
FEE: Call for rates
HANDICAP ACCESS: No
Perhaps the largest 5 & 10 in the world, Vidler’s has
over 75,000 different items spread out over 2 floors
in our four connected buildings. You can spend
hours wandering through the store and seeing our
counters and shelves overflowing with the practical,
unique, and the whimsical.
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Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours
Water Street Landing
115 South Water Street
Lewiston, NY 14092
(888) 438-4444
www.whirlpooljet.com
Passengers ages six and up will enjoy this 45
minute white water adventure through the Niagara
Gorge. Experience history, scenery, excitement and
the thrill of a lifetime. Book online for discounts.
Open daily May-October. Departure times are
subject to change. Reservations required.
FEE: Call for rates
SEASONAL: Yes
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Adam’s Mark Hotel and Event Center
120 Church Street • Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 845-5100 or (800) 444-ADAM
Fax: (716) 604-9937 • www.adamsmark.com
The Adam’s Mark is located at the Waterfront in the heart of the Buffalo
downtown business district within a short distance of the Buffalo Niagara
Convention Center, theater district, First Niagara Center and Coca-Cola Field.
Niagara Falls and major shopping is
a short 20 minute drive.
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Aloft Buffalo Airport
4219 Genesee Street • Buffalo, NY 14225
(716) 626-1800 • Fax: (716) 626-5800 • www.aloftbuffaloairport.com
Celebrate your style at Aloft Buffalo Airport, with easy access to downtown Buffalo,
Niagara Falls, and the Galleria Mall is only 2 miles away! We offer free 24-hour
shuttle service within a 5-mile radius of the hotel, including the airport. Aloft is also
very pet friendly, because they are family too!
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Best Western on the Avenue
510 Delaware Avenue • Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 886-8333 or (888) 868-3033
Fax: (716) 884-3070 • www.buffalobestwestern.com
Hotel guests will find a complimentary continental breakfast, free parking,
limited business services and meeting/banquet facilities. The hotel is also
located in Allentown’s theatre and restaurant district, just minutes away from a
variety of great dining options.
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Best Western Plus Galleria Inn & Suites
601 Dingens Street • Buffalo, NY 14206
(716) 896-2900 • Fax: (716) 896-3765
www.galleriainnsuites.com
Thoughtfully appointed guest rooms, complete with Wi-Fi,
refrigerators, complimentary breakfast bar and more. Only steps away from
the Dingens Bar & Grill (American cuisine). Relax in the indoor whirlpool or
the outdoor heated pool. Fitness center on property and a board room for
small meetings.
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Best Western the Inn at Buffalo Airport
4630 Genesee Street • Cheektowaga, NY 14225
(716) 631-8966 • Fax: (716) 631-8977
www.bestwestern.com
Hotel guests will wake up each morning to a complimentary continental
breakfast before taking advantage of additional amenities including a
24-hour fitness center and full-service business center. The hotel also features
a complimentary shuttle to the Buffalo Niagara International Airport.
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Best Western The Inn of Lackawanna
2500 Hamburg Turnpike • Lackawanna, NY 14218
(716) 821-0030 • Fax: (716) 821-0010
www.bestwestern.com
Sports enthusiasts will appreciate this Buffalo area hotel’s proximity to Ralph
Wilson Stadium, First Niagara Center and Coca-Cola Field. Guests traveling on
business will be located less than a mile from downtown Buffalo.
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Buffalo Marriott HARBORCENTER (opening summer 2015)
95 Main Street • Buffalo, NY 14203
The hotel is adjacent to First Niagara Center and is a key component of
HARBORCENTER, a mixed-use hockey and entertainment facility. Located in
the waterfront Canalside District, the hotel is across from the Naval & Military
Park, a short walk to Coca-Cola Field and Buffalo’s Theatre District.
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Buffalo Niagara Marriott
1340 Millersport Highway • Amherst, NY 14221
(716) 689-6900 or (800) 334-4040
Fax: (716) 689-0483
www.buffaloniagaramarriott.com
11 meeting rooms, 14,000 sq ft of total meeting space, largest meeting room
is Grand Ballroom 8,112 sq ft with maximum seating capacity of 1,000.
Maximum of 10 breakout meeting room(s), exhibition space on-site.
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Byblos Niagara Resort and Spa
100 Whitehaven Road • Grand Island, NY 14072
(716) 773-1111 • Fax: (716) 773-1229
www.byblosniagara.com
Equal distance from Niagara Falls & Buffalo, all guestrooms feature balconies,
access to a World Class fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, sauna and
whirlpool. We also offer 28,000 sq. ft. of meeting space.
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Center Way Hotel Tonawanda
225 Crestmount Avenue • Tonawanda, NY 14150
(716) 693-8100
www.centerwayhoteltonawanda.magnusonhotels.com
All rooms offer one queen size bed. Rooms are suitable for 1 or 2 people.
Centrally located, right off the 290 12 miles to the Buffalo Airport and Galleria
Mall. Niagara Falls is aprox. 15 miles.
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Clarion Hotel Buffalo Airport
6700 Transit Road • Williamsville, NY 14221
(716) 634-7500 or (800) 465-4329
Fax: (716) 634-7502 • www.choicehotels.com
Free transportation to the airport, train station and within a five-mile radius of
the hotel. Many fine amenities including free deluxe breakfast, Internet access,
business center and 24-hour coffee. Unwind at the on-site sports bar.
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Comfort Inn Dingens
475 Dingens Street • Cheektowaga, NY 14206
(716) 896-2800 • Fax: (716) 896-2828
www.comfortinn.com
Amenities: free breakfast with hot waffles and free coffee, tea, hot chocolate
and juice available round the clock. The hotel also features an indoor heated
pool and exercise room; free Wi-Fi Internet access, access to copy and fax
services, voice mail in each room, and available meeting rooms.
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Comfort Inn & Suites Hamburg
3615 Commerce Place • Hamburg, NY 14075
(716) 648-2922 or (800) 424-6423
Fax: (716) 648-2904 • www.choicehotels.com
Minutes from McKinley Mall, the Peace Bridge, Buffalo Niagara International
Airport and Ralph Wilson Stadium, home of the Bills. Erie County Fairgrounds
is three miles away from the hotel. World-famous Niagara Falls, and the
Buffalo Niagara Convention Center are only a short drive from the hotel.
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Comfort Inn University-Amherst
One Flint Road • Amherst, NY 14226
(716) 688-0811 or (800) 424-6423
Fax: (716) 688-2365 • www.comfortinnuniversity.com
Guests of this hotel will enjoy free airport transportation, free breakfast,
free wireless high-speed Internet access, and a free business center. Meeting
facilities, which accommodate up to 35 people, are available for most events
and business functions.
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Comfort Suites Airport
901 Dick Road • Cheektowaga, NY 14225
(716) 633-6000 • Fax: (716) 633-6858
www.comfortsuites.com/hotel-buffalo-new_york-NY102
Amenities include free wireless high-speed Internet access, free local calls,
free 24-hour airport transportation, free shuttle service to local restaurants.
Business travelers will appreciate the access to copy and fax services. Banquet
and meeting rooms are
available for guest use.
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Comfort Suites Downtown
601 Main Street • Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 854-5500 • Fax: (716) 854-4836
www.choicehotels.com/hotel/ny200
Located in heart of downtown Buffalo’s theatre and
entertainment district and walking distance to the Convention Center.
On-site restaurant, T.G.I. Friday’s. 100% smoke free all-suite hotel with free
hot breakfast buffet. All suites with micro/frig, DVD player and two 37” TV’s.
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Country Inn & Suites
164B Slade Avenue • West Seneca, NY 14224• (716) 259-8520
www.countryinns.com/west-seneca-hotel-ny-14224/usabsny
At the Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Buffalo South I-90, NY, first-rate
amenities and a convenient location just off I-90 at Exit 55 provide guests with
a relaxing, enjoyable stay. Several of the area’s best attractions, are all within
easy reach of this Buffalo, NY property.
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Courtyard by Marriott
1 Canalside - 125 Main Street • Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 840-9566 • Fax: (716) 840-9551
www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bufdt-courtyard-buffalo-downtown-canalside/
Located right in the heart of Canalside. Conveniently steps from First Niagara
Center, dining and Buffalo’s waterfront. The hotel features Marriott’s latest design
offering the most innovative features and amenities of all Buffalo hotels.
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Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Amherst
4100 Sheridan Drive • Amherst, NY 14221
(716) 626-2300 or (800) 321-2211
Fax: (716) 626-2322 • www.courtyard.com/BUFCY
Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo/Amherst is centrally located just minutes from
University at Buffalo, Downtown Buffalo, Niagara Falls and the Buffalo Niagara
International Airport. For your convenience, we provide complimentary airport
shuttle service on request.
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Days Hotel, Buffalo Airport
(716) 631-0800 • Fax: (716) 631-7589
www.daysinn.com
The Days Hotel is centrally located between downtown Buffalo and Niagara
Falls directly across the street from the Buffalo Niagara International Airport.
Guests can enjoy the on site large dining area with a complimentary Daybreak
Breakfast. The hotel has a 24 hour courtesy airport shuttle service.
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Days Inn Buffalo
1120 Niagara Falls Boulevard • Tonawanda, NY 14150
(716) 835-5916 or (800) 329-7466
Fax: (716) 835-6030 • www.daysinn.com
The Days Inn is located just minutes away from University of Buffalo North
and South Campuses. A daily complimentary continental breakfast is offered to
guests in addition to complimentary parking and wireless high speed internet
and big screen LEd Tv’s.
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DoubleTree by Hilton Buffalo-Amherst
10 Flint Road • Amherst, NY 14226
(716) 689-4414 • www.doubletreebuffaloamherst.com
An innovative and refreshing alternative to the traditional hotel. Late dining
options, high style room decor and high-speed internet access. Each guest
room features plush bedding, hardwood flooring, a spa-inspired shower,
wireless high-speed internet access, and a 32” LCD flat panel television.
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DoubleTree Club by Hilton
125 High Street • Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 845-0112 or (877) 633-4667
Fax (716) 845-0125 • www.doubletree.com
The DoubleTree Club by Hilton Buffalo Downtown is a newly
renovated 100 room hotel. We offer complimentary bus parking
for all tour groups. All guestrooms offer the following amenities; microwave,
refrigerator, coffee maker, hairdryer & complimentary wireless internet access.
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Econo Lodge Buffalo South
4344 Milestrip Road • Blasdell, NY 14219
(716) 825-7530 or (800) 784-2764
Fax: (716) 825-7530
www.choicehotels.com/hotel/ny158
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Located just 10 minutes from downtown Buffalo. Guests of this hotel are invited to
enjoy the free continental breakfast served daily from 6 a.m. until 9 a.m. Business
travelers will appreciate conveniences like free wireless Internet access and access
to copy and fax services.
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Econo Lodge
48 Freeman Road • Williamsville, NY 14221
(716) 634-2700 • Fax: (716) 634-1644
www.econolodge.com
Conveniently located only two miles from the Buffalo
Niagara International Airport. Amenities include free airport transportation,
free continental breakfast & free coffee, free local calls, indoor heated pool,
pet-friendly hotel. Business travelers will appreciate access to copy and fax
services.
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Embassy Suites Buffalo
(716) 842-1000 • Fax: (716) 842-1001
www.buffalo.embassysuites.com
Each of our 182 two-room suites have dramatic glass wall views, designer
furniture, finishes and wall coverings, two 32” LCD televisions, a wet bar with
microwave, mini refrigerator, and coffeemaker. A complimentary full cookedto-order breakfast is included in the daily room rate.
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Buffalo Airport
(716) 633-2488 • Fax: (716) 633-2779
www.fairfieldinnbuffaloairport.com
Hotel offers spacious, modern rooms with a contemporary decor in fresh
vibrant colors. Complimentary deluxe hot breakfast, wireless internet and
fitness center. Hotel is located directly across the street from the Buffalo
Niagara International Airport, minutes from downtown Buffalo.
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Garden Place Hotel
(716) 635-9000 or (800) 427-3361
Fax: (716) 635-9098 • www.salvatores.net
Salvatore’s Garden Place hotel is a 166 room boutique property located 5 minutes from the Buffalo international airport. With extravagant decor and amenities, we will ensure your stay with us will be an incredible experience! Make
sure you visit us at www.salvatores.net for more information.
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Hampton Inn & Suites Buffalo Airport
133 Buell Avenue • Buffalo, NY 14225
(716) 631-0200 • (800) HAMPTON
Fax: (716) 894-3554
http://hamptoninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/new-york/hampton-inn-and-suitesbuffalo-airport-BUFATHX/index.html
Enjoy your stay at the Hampton Inn & Suites Buffalo Airport hotel,
conveniently located just off Route 33, adjacent to Buffalo Niagara
International Airport.
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Hampton Inn & Suites Buffalo Downtown
(716) 855-2223 • Fax: (716) 856-5221
www.hamptoninnbuffalo.com
The Hampton Inn & Suites hotel in downtown Buffalo is minutes from
Albright-Knox and the Darwin Martin House. The hotel is in the heart of
the theatre district, minutes from the First Niagara Center and Coca-Cola
Field. Complimentary breakfast buffet, parking and Wi-Fi are included with
your stay.
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Hampton Inn Buffalo South/I-90
1750 Ridge Road • West Seneca, NY 14224
(716) 824-2030 or (800) 426-7866
Fax: (716) 332-1200 • www.hamptoninn.com
The Hampton promise to you includes a clean, comfortable hotel room. If
you’re traveling with your family, you may opt for a room with two beds. Or, if
you’re here by yourself on business, why not book a room with a plush, kingsized bed so you can stretch out and relax.
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Hampton Inn Buffalo-Airport Galleria
1745 Walden Ave • Buffalo, NY 14225
(716) 894-8000 • (800) HAMPTON
Fax: (716) 894-3554
www.hamptoninnbuffaloairport.com
Whether you’re planning a corporate meeting or need accommodations for a
family reunion or your sporting group, we’re delighted to help. Our promise
to you includes a clean, comfortable hotel room. 4 miles from the Buffalo
Niagara International Airport and not even 1 mile from Walden Galleria.
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Hampton Inn East Aurora
49 Olean Street • East Aurora NY 14052
(716) 655-3300 or (800) 426-7866
Fax: (716) 655-4740
www.eastaurora.hamptoninn.com
In the heart of historic East Aurora, within walking distance to many
restaurants, museums and specialty shops. 8 jacuzzi suites and high-speed
Internet access. *Part of the Western New York Southtowns Scenic Byway
(www.wnyssb.org)
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Hampton Inn Williamsville
5455 Main Street • Williamsville, NY 14221
(716) 632-0900 • www.hamptoninn.com
Once you’ve arrived at our hotel, you’ll find a lot of great
amenities waiting for you in your room. We offer free high-speed internet
access in every guest room. When you’re ready for some rest, hunker down for
the night in our comfiest amenity yet, our clean and fresh Hampton bed.
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Hilton Garden Inn Buffalo Airport
(716) 565-0040 or (877) 782-9444
Fax: (716) 565-0063 • www.buffaloairport.hgi.com
Located across from the Buffalo Niagara International Airport, the Hilton is
accessible from I-90, downtown Buffalo & Niagara Falls. Enjoy a 24-hour
Airport shuttle. Rooms & suites have a microwave and a mini-fridge. Indoor
heated pool-spa. Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner & room service.
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Hilton Garden Inn Buffalo Downtown
10 Lafayette Square • Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 839-4000
Fax: (716) 839-3700 • www.hibuffaloairport.com
Located across from the Buffalo Niagara International Airport, and
minutes from downtown Buffalo. Offering wireless high speed internet access,
complimentary airport shuttle, fitness center and jacuzzi, game room, free
parking for the night of your stay, with long-term parking available.
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Holiday Inn Buffalo Airport
(716) 634-6969 • (800) HOLIDAY
Fax: (716) 634-0920 • www.hibuffaloairport.com
Located across from the Buffalo Niagara International Airport, and
minutes from downtown Buffalo. Offering wireless high speed internet access,
complimentary airport shuttle, fitness center and jacuzzi, game room, free
parking for the night of your stay, with long-term parking available.
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Holiday Inn Buffalo-Amherst
1881 Niagara Falls Boulevard • Amherst, NY 14228
(716) 691-8181 • (800) HOLIDAY
Fax: (716) 691-4965 • www.hibuffaloamherst.com
Free wireless Internet , indoor heated pool, a 24-hour fitness center and
Jacuzzi. Book your special event, wedding or holiday parties and earn room
discounts for your out-of-town friends and family. 100% non smoking.
Refrigerators, flat screen TVs and Keurig coffee makers in every guest room.
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Holiday Inn Buffalo Downtown
(716) 886-2121 • (800) 465-4329
Fax: (716) 886-7942 • www.hibuffalodowntown.com
Newly renovated meeting and banquet facilities accommodating 10 to 250
people. High-speed internet access with audio visual equipment available for
rent. Business Center. Fully staffed catering banquet team. After your meeting
come join us for a glass of wine or specialty coffee in the Bin 620!
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Buffalo Airport
131 Buell Avenue • Cheektowaga, NY 14225
(716) 631-8700 • (800) HOLIDAY
Fax: (716) 631-8787 • www.hiexbuffaloairport.com
Located across the street from the Buffalo Niagara International Airport.
Guests can enjoy a variety of spacious rooms to suites. The indoor pool and
hot tub is a perfect place to relax after a busy day. You can also stay fit in the
fitness center.
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Holiday Inn Express Cheektowaga North East
83 Anderson Road • Cheektowaga, NY 142255
(716) 725-6133 • www.hiexpress.com
Situated just off I-90, only minutes from Buffalo International Airport.
Relax at our indoor heated pool or burn off some calories in the Fitness Center.
Complimentary high-speed Internet access. Meeting room can accommodate
up to 50 guests.
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hamburg
3565 Commerce Place • Hamburg, NY 14075
(716) 648-9200 • www.hiexpress.com
Situated just off I-90 and within a short driving distance of a number of
attractions, businesses and surrounding cities. Amenities: complimentary
high-speed Internet access, spacious meeting room for up to 30 guests is
well-equipped to make your next meeting or event a success.
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Homewood Suites Buffalo Airport
760 Dick Road • Buffalo, NY 14225
(716) 685-0700 • (800) 225-5466
Fax: (716) 685-2034
www.homewoodsuitesbuffalo.com
All the comfort and conveniences found in luxury hotels. All-suite
accommodations feature fully equipped kitchens and high speed internet
access. Complimentary SuiteStart hot breakfast served daily. Welcome
reception provided.
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Home2 Suites Airport/Galleria (opening April 2015)
2055 Walden Avenue • Cheektowaga, NY 142255
Call 1-800 BUFFALO for more information • home2suites3.hilton.com
Made to be customized, our stylish suites are packed with perks and high-tech
amenities that are just your style. Our amenities include work area, media
hub, cook tops, laundry facilities, free WiFi and more.
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Homewood Suites Buffalo Amherst
1138 Millersport Highway • Amherst, NY 14226
(716) 833-2277 • Fax: (716) 833-9599
www.homewoodsuitesamherst.com
Half mile from the University at Buffalo, extended-stay suites with full
kitchens, indoor pool and spa, complimentary hot breakfast buffet. Near
major corporations.
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Hotel @ The Lafayette
391 Washington Street • Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 856-1234 • Fax: (716) 853-1505
www.thehotellafayette.com
The boutique Hotel @ The Lafayette features 57 rooms which include one-and
two bedroom suites, mini-suites and two bridal suites. Each room is luxuriantly decorated with Pan American decor and all modern conveniences including
high speed internet and 40-inch flat screen televisions.
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Hyatt Regency Buffalo
Two Fountain Plaza • Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 856-1234 • Fax: (716) 852-6157
www.buffalo.hyatt.com
Offers beautiful, newly renovated guestrooms with deluxe amenities and
exceptional service. Dine in our world-class steakhouse. Work out in our brand
new Stay Fit Fitness Center, swim in our rooftop indoor pool with panoramic
views of the city, or relax and unwind in our full service Spa Alexis.
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La Quinta Inn at Buffalo Airport
(716) 633-1011 • Fax: (716) 633-2579
www.laquintabuffalo.com
Located less than two miles from Buffalo Niagara International Airport.
Amenities include free wireless high-speed Internet access, free breakfast, and
a convenient onsite 24-hour fitness center. 100% non-smoking. Conveniently
located off the New York State Thruway (Rt 90) at exit 49.
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Lofts on Pearl
92 Pearl Street • Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 856-0098
www.loftsonpearl.com
Features 32 rooms with kitchens, fireplaces, and living rooms for family and
group getaways or longer-term business/leisure stays.
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Microtel Inn
(716) 633-6200 or (800) 824-2082
Fax: (716) 633-1329 • www.microtelinn.com
Only two miles from the Buffalo Niagara International Airport and an easy
drive of 25 miles to Niagara Falls. Whether visiting Buffalo or Williamsville on
business or pleasure, experience why Microtel has been a nine time consecutive
JD Power and Associate Award winner in guest satisfaction.
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Millennium Hotel Buffalo
2040 Walden Avenue • Buffalo, NY 14225
(716) 681-2400 • (800) 323-3331
Fax: (716) 681-5489
www.millenniumhotels.com/millenniumbuffalo/index.html
Adjacent to the Walden Galleria Mall, this Buffalo hotel is conveniently
located within three miles of Buffalo Niagara International Airport and is
a short drive from downtown Buffalo, the world famous Niagara Falls and
numerous attractions.
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Motel 6
(716) 626-1500 • Fax: (716) 632-4129 • www.motel6.com
This Motel 6 lies to the east of downtown and offers an outdoor pool, 24-hour
front desk service, facilities for persons with disabilities and complimentary
coffee. They have several room types including rooms with one or two beds.
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Motel 6 of Hamburg, NY
5245 Camp Road • Hamburg, NY 14075
(716) 648-2000 • Fax: (716)648-9718
www.motel6.com
Conveniently located on I-90 at Exit 57 and is just 10 minutes from downtown
Buffalo and 30 minutes from Niagara Falls.
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Motel 6 Buffalo Amherst
4400 Maple Road • Amherst, NY 14226
(716) 834-2231 • Fax: (716) 834-0872
www.motel6.com
This Motel 6 is just 10 minutes from downtown Buffalo and minutes from 4
shopping malls and an outlet mall. Niagara Falls is just a short drive away and
the University of Buffalo is only 1/4 mile away. WiFi available in all guest rooms
for a nominal fee.
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Oak Tree Inn
3475 Union Road • Buffalo, NY 14225
(716) 681-2600 • Fax: (716) 681-2660 • www.oaktreeinn.com
Our hotel is conveniently located off I-90 near the Buffalo Niagara International
Airport and the Walden Galleria Mall. Our rooms are unique - they have been
designed to provide guests with an optimal sleep environment.
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Quality Inn Buffalo Airport
(716) 462-5993
www.qualityinnbuffalo.com
Directly across the street from the Buffalo Airport. We are minutes from great
dining, shopping, and many nearby attractions perfect for family outings
including the Buffalo Zoo, Buffalo Museum of Science, Martin’s Fantasy Island
and Darien Lake Theme Park.
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Ramada Hotel & Conference Center
2402 North Forest Road • Getzville, NY 14068
(716) 636-7500 • www.ramadahotelamherst.com
Located on 8 wooded acres bordering the University at Buffalo and the
Audubon Industrial Park. Each room is furnished with queen or king bed, 27”
television with cable, telephone with voice mail, desk, and computer outlets if
you need them. Free Wireless High-Speed Internet access is available.
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Red Roof Inn Amherst
42 Flint Road • Williamsville, NY 14226
(716) 689-7474 • www.redroof.com
Just ¼ mile from UB, only 1 mile from Northtown Center, and a 10 minute
drive to Galleria Mall, Albright Knox Art Gallery, Buffalo Niagara Convention
Center, and First Niagara Center. We’re located just seconds away from
shopping malls, movie theaters, ice skating, and a wide variety of restaurants.
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Residence Inn Buffalo Cheektowaga
107 Anderson Road • Cheektowaga, NY 14225
(716) 892-5410 • (800) 331-1331
Fax: (716) 892-5409 • www.marriott.com/bufri
Adjacent to the Walden Galleria Mall, easy access to the I-90 and minutes
away from Niagara Falls. FREE high-speed wireless internet, fully equipped
kitchens with refrigerator, microwave, cook top, dishwasher and much more!
Complimentary hot breakfast buffet, indoor pool, fitness center/Sport Court.
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The Roycroft Inn
40 South Grove Street • East Aurora, NY 14052
(716) 652-5552 • www.roycroftinn.com
Elegantly restored Arts & Crafts accommodations featuring original Roycroft
furnishings and art work. Built in 1895. Also serves as a fine dining restaurant
and offers exquisite accommodations.
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Salvatores Grand Hotel
(716) 636-4900 • www.salvatoresgrandhotel.com
Just minutes from the Buffalo Niagara International Airport and one block
away from the NY State I-90 Thruway. In addition, the Eastern Hills Mall
is less than 1 mile to the north. All hotel rates include full breakfast buffet.
Corporate rates available.
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Sleep Inn & Suites Buffalo Airport
100 Holtz Drive • Cheektowaga, NY 14225
(716) 626-4000 • (800) 424-6423
Fax: (716) 626-3370 • www.sleepinnairport.com
Five time Gold Award property. Conveniently located next to Buffalo Airport.
24 hour airport shuttle, 4:30 am breakfast with waffles and evening cookie
reception.
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Sleep Inn Amherst
75 Inn Keepers Lane • Amherst, NY 14228
(716) 691-6510 • Fax: (716) 691-3454
www.sleepinnamherst.com
Enjoy our clean, comfortable hotel located mid-way between Downtown
Buffalo and Niagara Falls. Close to all local Universities. We offer a
complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet, indoor pool and whirlpool. Walking
distance to shopping and dining.
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Staybridge Suites Buffalo Airport
8005 Sheridan Drive • Clarence, NY 14221
(716) 810-7829 • (877) 238-8889
Fax: (716) 204-1111 • www.staybridgebuffalo.com
All suites property with all the services of a traditional hotel, but the feel of
home. Suites are fully equipped with kitchen, living room, private bedroom
and bath, and complimentary high-speed Internet access. For conference and
meeting needs, we offer a large meeting room and board room.
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Staybridge Suites Buffalo South
164 Slade Avenue • West Seneca, NY 14224
(716) 939-3100
www.ihg.com/staybridge/hotels/us/en/west-seneca/bufws/hoteldetail
Beautiful and convenient, the Staybridge Suites Buffalo, NY hotel’s location
meets the needs of every traveler. Resting on the eastern shore of Lake Erie,
West Seneca provides access to entertainment, attractions and business
opportunities for the hotel’s guests.
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Staybridge Suites Buffalo-Amherst
1290 Sweet Home Road • Amherst, NY 14228
(716) 276-8750
www.ihg.com/staybridge/hotels/us/en/amherst/bufrr/hoteldetail
Beautiful and convenient, the Staybridge Suites Buffalo NY hotel is adjacent
to the University at Buffalo -SUNY & UB’s Center for the Arts. Resting on the
eastern shore of Lake Erie, Amherst provides access to entertainment,
attractions & business opportunities for the hotel’s guests.
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Super 8 Kenmore
1288 Sheridan Drive • Buffalo, NY 14217
(716) 876-4020 • www.super8.com
The Super 8 Kenmore is conveniently located 5 minutes away from Buffalo
State College and University of Buffalo, 10 minutes from downtown Buffalo.
The Super 8 offers complimentary high speed internet access, local calls,
breakfast, and Free Parking. Bus, RV, and Truck parking is available.
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Tallyho-Tel Buffalo/Hamburg
5245 Camp Road • Hamburg, NY 14075
(716) 648-2000 • (888) 833-8886
Fax: (716) 648-9718 • www.tallyho-tel.com
Located on I-90 at Exit 57 and is just 10 minutes from downtown Buffalo and
30 minutes to Niagara Falls.
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TownePlace Suites Marriott
(716) 839-1880 • Fax: (716) 839-1883
www.towneplacebuffalo.com
Our extended-stay hotel in Buffalo, NY offers neighborhood-style living,
features comfortable, casual suites at a great value. Our warm, inviting, and
knowledgeable staff is available 24/7 and will answer any questions to help
make you feel right at home.
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Wyndham Garden Buffalo/Williamsville
5195 Main Street • Williamsville, NY 14221
(716) 276-9600 • Fax: (716) 276-9601
www.wyndham.com/hotels/46453
This Buffalo hotel offers one meeting room to accommodate up to 100 people,
and is ideal for a host of small gatherings, from business meetings to
conferences to social events.
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Restaurants
BUFFALO’S HOMETOWN FAVORITE RESTAURANTS
All restaurants welcome motorcoach groups of 20 people or more
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31 Club - American
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31 North Johnson Park • Sunday brunch available
Buffalo, NY 14201
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(716) 332-3131 www.the31club.com
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Anchor Bar - American
1047 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 886-8920 www.anchorbar.com
(716) FOOD AND SPORT - American
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One Seymour H. Knox III Plaza
Buffalo, NY 14203
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(716) 855-4581 WWW.716FOODANDSPORT.COM 11-H
Asa Ransom House Country Inn - American
10529 Main Street - Route 5
Clarence, NY 14031
(716) 759-2315 www.asaransom.com
Acqua Restaurant & Catering - American
2192 Niagara Street
Buffalo, NY 14207
(716) 874-5400 www.acquarestaurant.net
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Alton’s Restaurant - American
2221 Transit Road • Sunday brunch available
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(716) 674-1900 altonsrestaurant.com
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American Grille - American
7901 Seneca Street
(716) 655-9757 www.americangrille.net
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Avezzano Ristorante - Italian
204 Como Park Boulevard
Cheektowaga, NY 14227
(716) 926-7919 www.ar204.com
Bijou Grille - American
643 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 847-1512 www.bijougrille.com
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Bob & John’s La Hacienda - American
1545 Hertel Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14216
(716) 836-5411 www.bobandjohns.com
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Bourbon and Butter - American
391 Washington Street • Lunch only W-F
Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 253-6453 bourbonbutter.bar
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Cabaret Restaurant- American
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Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 842-4181 DT
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The Blackthorne Restaurant & Pub
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2134 Seneca Street, Buffalo, NY 14210
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Chautauqua Café - American
726 Exchange Street
Buffalo, NY 14210 (716) 819-2880 www.larkindg.com/cafe.htm
Chef’s Restaurant - Italian
291 Seneca Street
Buffalo, NY 14204 (716) 856-9187 www.ilovechefs.com
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Curly’s Grill & Banquet Center - American
647 Ridge Road
Lackawanna, NY 14218
(716) 824-9716 www.curlysgrill.com
Danny’s Restaurant - American
3715 Genesee Street
Buffalo, NY14225
(716) 634-1780 www.dannysrestaurant.com
Dave & Buster’s - American
4545 Transit Road
(716) 932-2515 www.daveandbusters.com
Deco Restaurant (Adams Mark Hotel) 120 Church Street - American
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 845-5110 GN
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Eagle House Restaurant - American
5578 Main Street
(716) 632-7669 www.eaglehouseonline.com
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The Grapevine Restaurant & Catering
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2545 Niagara Falls Blvd., Amherst, NY 14228
(716) 691-7799 www.grapevinerestaurant.com D
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Dessert Deli Bakery & Cafe - Dessert/Bakery
716 Maple Road
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The Dock at the Bay - American
3800 Hoover Road
Blasdell, NY 14219
(716) 823-8247 www.dockatthebay.com
Diamond Hawk Golf Course - American
255 Sonwil Drive
(716) 651-0700 www.diamondhawkgolf.com ON MAP
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Ilio DiPaolo’s Restaurant - Italian
Blasdell, NY 14219 (716) 825-3675 www.iliodipaolos.com
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Iris - American
4224 Maple Road
Amherst, NY 14226 BF
(716) 831-3271 www.irisrestaurantbuffalo.com 6-G
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Marotto’s Restaurant - American
3365 Delaware Avenue
Kenmore, NY 14217 (716) 873-0551 www.marottos.com
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Grille 620 - American
620 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 886-2121 www.hibuffalodowntown.com
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Hamlin House Restaurant - American
432 Franklin Street
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 885-8084 www.hamlinhouse.com
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New Fuji Buffet - Chinese
3206 Sheridan Drive
Amherst, NY 14226
(716) 836-9988
Old Orchard Inn - American
2095 Blakeley Corners Road
(716) 652-4664 www.oldorchardny.com
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One Niagara International Food Court
360 Rainbow Boulevard• Seasonal
Niagara Falls, NY 14303 (716) 804-0008
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Hard Rock Cafe Niagara Falls - American
333 Prospect Street
(716) 282-0007 www.hardrockcafe.com
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Pan-American Grill & Brewery - American
391 Washington Street
Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 856-0062 www.thehotellafayette.com
Pearl Street Grill & Brewery - American
76 Pearl Street
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 856-2337 www.pearlstreetgrill.com
Polish Villa Part Two - American
1085 Harlem Road
(716) 822-4908 www.polishvilla.org
Protocol Restaurant,
Bar & Banquet Facility - American
6766 Transit Road, Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 632-9556 www.protocolrestaurant.com
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Red Mill Inn Restaurant - American
8326 Main Street
(716) 633-7878 www.redmillinn.com
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Santora’s Pizza Pub & Grill - American
1402 Millersport Highway
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 688-3081 www.santoras.com
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Scotch & Sirloin - American
3999 Maple Road
Buffalo, NY 14228 (716) 837-4900
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Rizotto Ristorante - American
930 Maple Road
(716) 580-3125 www.rizottoristorante.com
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The Roycroft Inn - American
40 South Grove Street • Sunday brunch available
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(716) 652-5552 www.roycroftinn.com
Sean Patrick’s Restaurant - American
3480 Millersport Highway
Getzville, NY 14068
(716) 636-1709 www.spatricks.com
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Russell’s Steaks, Chops & More - American
6675 Transit Road
(716) 636-4900 www.salvatoresgrand.com
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Snooty Fox Lounge - American
445 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 843-3699 www.snootyfoxbuffalo.com
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Tandoori - Indian
7740 Transit Road
(716) 632-1112 www.tandooris.com
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The Pub at the Park - American
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275 Washington Street
Buffalo, NY 14203
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(716) 846-2100 www.pettibonesgrille.com9-G
Salvatore's Italian Gardens - Italian
6461 Transit Road
Depew, NY 14043
(716) 683-7990 www.salvatores.net
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Templeton Landing Restaurant - American D
2 Templeton Terrace
Buffalo, NY 14202
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(716) 852-7337 www.templetonlanding.com
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Tony Rome’s Globe Hotel & Restaurant American
711 Main Street, East Aurora, NY 14052
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For a complete list of restaurants, including favorites such as Applebee’s,
Bob Evans, Cracker Barrel & Old Country Store, Olive Garden, Old Country
Buffet and TGI Friday’s, call Visit Buffalo Niagara at (716) 218-2936.
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Top of the Falls - American
Goat Island
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(716) 278-0340 www.topofthefallsrestaurant.com 5-C
Towne Restaurant - American
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186 Allen Street
Buffalo, NY 14201
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(716) 884-5128 www.thetowne.net9-G
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Alethea’s Chocolates
8301 Main Street / Williamsville, NY 14221
(716) 633-8620 / www.aletheas.com
Shop for great gifts, made fresh, right here. Sponge Candy, Chocolate Drizzled Popcorn,
Hot Fudge Truffle Sauce, Chocolate Potato Chips, Creamy Slab Fudge, Charlie Chaplin, and
much more. Complimentary gift wrap, or combine, in a pretty gift bag or basket. Now, visit
our dessert cafe, and relax.
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Gift for driver/escort
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Antique World & Marketplace
11111 Main Street / Clarence, NY 14031
(716) 759-8483 / Fax: (716) 759-0437 / www.boulevard-mall.com
One of Western New York’s finest shopping centers features more than 120 specialty shops
& restaurants, including Macy’s, Macy’s Mens, JCPenney, Sears, TGIFriday’s, Chili’s &
Bonefish Grill.
Yes
Savings voucher/coupon
Yes
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Boulevard Mall
730 Alberta Drive / Amherst, NY 14226
(716) 834-8600 / Fax: (716) 836-6127 / www.boulevard-mall.com
One of Western New York’s finest shopping centers features more than 120 specialty shops
& restaurants, including Macy’s, Macy’s Mens, JCPenney, Sears, TGIFriday’s, Chili’s &
Bonefish Grill.
Yes
Yes
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Broadway Market
999 Broadway / Buffalo, NY 14212
(716) 893-0705 / Fax: (716) 893-2216 / www.broadwaymarket.org
Since 1888, the Broadway Market has been known for unique products and personal
service. The market is famous for its family owned businesses that include meats, poultry,
fish, produce, bake goods, delis, candy stands and restaurants. Open year round, MondaySaturday 8:00 - 5:00 pm. Closed Sundays.
Yes
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Choco-Logo Confectionery Design
141 Broadway / Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 855-3500 or (800) 851-4616 / Fax: (716) 855-3501 / www.chocologo.com
For two decades, we have embossed logos into chocolate. Choco-Logo’s shop has become a gallery of
Chef Johnson’s chocolate imagination and inspiration. Look for limited edition seasonal truffles like
Ice Wine, Black & Tan, Absinthe and Lavender, Egg Nog, and Strawberry Margarita.
No
Yes
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Duty Free Americas
Peace Bridge Plaza / Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 886-5000
No
Call for details
Yes
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Rainbow Bridge Plaza / Niagara Falls, NY 14303
(716) 284-9736 Fax (716) 284-0784
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Lewiston-Queenston Bridge Plaza / Lewiston, NY 14092
(716) 284-9734 Fax (716) 284-9734
www.dutyfreeamericas.com
Stop at Duty Free Americas before visiting Canada. You’ll enjoy superb savings on spirits,
wine, beer, tobacco, designer fragrances, cosmetics, fashion watches and so much more!
Open 24 hours a day; closed Christmas Day.
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Eastern Hills Mall
4545 Transit Road / Williamsville, NY 14221
(716) 633-1600 / Fax: (716) 631-5127 / www.shopeasternhills.com
Known as “the friendliest place to shop in Western New York,” Eastern Hills is home to
more than 85 specialty stores. Easy access from all directions, plentiful parking and a wide
variety of stores makes shopping stress-free at Eastern Hills Mall!
Yes
Yes
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Elmwood Village
Office: 1068 Elmwood Avenue / Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 881-0707 / www.elmwoodvillage.org
Discover over 200 locally owned and operated retail stores and restaurants. Stop for a drink
or a bite to eat while you’re out, or pop into a gallery. Many stores feature products by
local designers. From clothing to artwork, books to jewelry, shopping on Elmwood offers
something for everyone.
Yes
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Erie County Auction & Expo Center
11167 Big Tree Road / East Aurora, NY 14052
(800) 536-1401 / www.eastauroraevents.com
Come on down to our weekend outdoor and indoor flea market and antiques bazaar.
Bring the whole family for a day of deals, deals, deals! You’ll find everything from farmfresh produce, antiques, furniture, collectibles, household items, yard items, and general
merchandise.
No
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Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls (USA)
1900 Military Road / Niagara Falls, NY 14304
(716) 297-2022 or (800) 414-0475 / Fax (716) 297-6460 / www.fashionoutletsniagara.com
Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA minutes from the Falls, border, Buffalo and area
hotels. Offering 150 designers at outlet pricing such as: Polo, Burberry, Coach, Kate Spade,
Michael Kors, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Leviís, Nike, Hugo Boss, Cole Haan ,and Tommy
Hilfiger. I-190 exit 22.
Yes
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Greater East Aurora Chamber of Commerce
652 Main Street / East Aurora, NY 14052
(716) 652-8444 / Fax: (716) 652-8384 / www.eanycc.com
East Aurora has antique dealers, art galleries, an old-fashioned 5 & 10 and much more along
a Main Street that recalls a simpler era. *Part of the Western New York Southtowns Scenic
Byway (www.wnyssb.org.)
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Horsefeathers Architectural Antiques
37 Chandler Street / Buffalo, NY 14207
(716) 882-1581 / www.horsefeathers-antiques.com
Yes
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Kelly’s Country Store
3121 Grand Island Boulevard / Grand Island, NY 14072
(716) 773-0003 / Fax: (716) 773-2145 / www.kellyscountrystore.com
Be sure to visit Kelly’s Country Store and find those unique holiday gifts for your loved ones,
or surprise them with their favorite sweets from our large selection of candy and fresh fudge.
Kelly’s Country Store’s old world charm makes for a wonderful shopping experience!
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Kutter’s Cheese Factory Retail Store
857 Main Road (Route 5) / Corfu, NY 14036
(888) 700-5275 / Fax: (585) 599-4103 / www.kuttercheese.com
Welcome to Kutter’s Cheese. Since 1923 Kutter’s Cheese has stood for cheese of the highest
quality and superb taste. Please enjoy your shopping experience on our web site. Feel free to
contact us using the information below. We would be happy to take your order over the phone.
No
Yes
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Made in America Store
900 Maple Road / Elma, NY 14059
(716) 652-4872 / www.saveourcountryfirst.com
Each item this store sells must be 100% American-made, top quality and must feed an
American family. It offers many unique products that include garden art, assorted toys, coffee,
soda, shirts, jeans, socks, stuffed animals, U.S. grown canned food, steel metal signs and dog
food/treats.
No
Yes
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McKinley Mall
3701 McKinley Parkway / Buffalo, NY 14219
(716) 824-0462 / www.shopmckinleymall.com
Featuring dining, movie theaters and over 125 specialty stores. Closed Thanksgiving,
Christmas and Easter.
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Niagara Hobby & Craft Mart
3366 Union Road at Walden Avenue / Cheektowaga, NY 14225
(716) 681-1666 / Fax: (716) 681-6061 / www.niagarahobby.com
1 mile from Walden Galleria. Mon-Sat 10-8; Sun 12-5. Train layouts;dollhouse displays;3
slot car tracks;Pinewood Derby track;”Thomas & Friends”,Chuggington,Schleich,Breyer
playtables;The Classroom hosts daily gaming/FREE events.Tour our 1949 caboose. Santa/
reindeer Nov/Dec. 8-foot Thomas photo spot..
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Oliver’s Candies
211 West Main Street / Batavia, NY 14020
(585) 343-5888 / Fax: (585) 343-2453 / www.oliverscandies.com
Oliver’s Candies was established in 1932. Mr. Oliver blanched peanuts in his home, then
went out to stores and gas stations to sell his product. After experimenting with formulas,
homemade recipes, long hours and hard work, he developed now-famous products like
Cashew Glaze and Hostess Squares.
Yes
Call for details
Yes
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Premier Gourmet
3904 Maple Road / Amherst, NY 14226
(716) 877-3574 / www.premiergourmet.com
Premier Gourmet is Western New York’s leading destination for the best specialty foods and
the tools to prepare them. We specialize in locally-made products and unique gifts: finest,
freshest coffees; fabulous kitchen accessories;more than 700 exotic beers;delicious gourmet
foods
No
Yes
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Purrfect Tea & Gift Emporium
586 Main Steet, Suite 2 / East Aurora, NY 14052
(716) 714-9634 / www.purrfecttea.biz/
Purr-fect Tea has an array of loose leaf teas, Matcha, tea pots, tea cups and other tea accessories. Stop in today to enjoy a steaming cup of your new favorite tea, great conversation,
genuine atmosphere, delectable desserts and fun gifts for yourself and friends!
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Southgate Plaza
950-A Union Road at Seneca Street / West Seneca, NY 14224
(716) 674-5050 / Fax: (716) 674-1340 / www.southgateplaza.com
Located just fifteen minutes away from downtown Buffalo, the Southgate Plaza is in the
heart of West Seneca, NY. Home to over 50 great stores and restaurants such as Market in
the Square, Bon-ton, Applebee’s and more, the Southgate Plaza is your one-stop community
shopping center.
Yes
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Transitown Plaza
4221 Transit Road / Williamsville, NY 14221
(716) 633-5266 / Fax: (716) 633-4798 / www.transitownplaza.com
Over 50 stores including T.J. Maxx, FWS Furniture, Red Door Ski Shop, Advance Auto
Parts, Crawford Furniture, and many more. Six restaurants including Chilis.
Yes
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Vintage Grace
90 Central Avenue / Lancaster, NY 14086
(716) 684-0201 / VintageGraceAntiques.com
Vintage Grace is a new Antiques, Consignment, and Home Decor store in Lancaster, N.Y.
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Vidler’s 5 & 10
676-694 Main Street / East Aurora, NY 14052
(716) 652-0481 / Fax: (716) 655-0631 / www.vidlers5and10.com
Perhaps the largest 5 & 10 in the world, Vidlerís has over 75,000 different items spread out
over 2 floors in our four connected buildings. You can spend hours wandering through
the store and seeing our counters and shelves overflowing with the practical, unique, and
the whimsical.
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West Side Bazaar
25 Grant Street / Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 464-6389 / www.westsidebazaar.com
The merchants of the West Side Bazaar offer you a unique shopping and dining
experience like no other in Western New York. A launchpad for aspiring entrepreneurs, our
merchants are bringing the world to Buffalo. An exchange of commerce and culture, come
meet your neighborócome see the world!
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Walden Galleria
One Walden Galleria / Cheektowaga, NY 14225
(716) 681-7600 / Fax: (716) 681-1773 / www.waldengalleria.com
Buffalo Niagara’s premier shopping destination with over than 200 stores, 10 sit-down
restaurants, an international food court and Regal Cinemas Stadium 16! Walden Galleria
is a two-level shopping, dining and entertainment location that offers a little something for
everyone!
Yes
Call for details
Yes
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Woyshner’s The Christmas Shoppe
880 Ridge Road / Lackawanna, NY 14218
(716) 821-0416 or (716) 823-3408 / Fax: (716) 842-4347
Area’s largest Christmas shoppe featuring collectables such as Dept. 56, Byers Choice, Radko,
Seraphim Angels, and more. Over 16,000 square feet of pure joy! Located seconds from the
Botanical Gardens and the Basilica.
No
Call for details
Yes
Yes
On street
Be sure to check out these other unique shopping destinations!
Main Street Williamsville • 716-632-7669 (map location 6-G) / Hertel Avenue • 716-837-5566 (map location 7-F)
Main Street East Aurora • 716-652-8444 (map location 9-H) / Clarence Hollow Association • (716) 759 - 2345 (map location 6-I)
Historic Lewiston • 716-754-9500 (map location 4-D)
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Annual Events
MONTH
EVENT
DESCRIPTION
February/March
Buffalo Home & Garden Show
Buffalo Niagara Convention Center
Buffalo, NY
(716) 855-5555
www.buffalohomeshow.com
February
Flurrious!
Delaware Park
(716) 838-1249
www.bfloparks.org
March
Kissing Bridge Winter Carnival
Route 240, Glenwood, NY
(716) 592-4963 / www.kissing-bridge.com
Free fun-filled event on both days for all ages. Events include costume contest,
eating contest, treasure hunts on the hill and inside the lodge, on-snow mountain bike race and much more.
March
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Delaware Avenue from Niagara Square
to North Street, Buffalo, NY
(716) 875-0282 / www.buffaloirish.com
Each year, thousands of people flock to downtown Buffalo to enjoy the annual
St. Patrick's Day Parade. Every light pole along the Delaware Avenue parade route
is decorated with the American flag and the tri-colored flag of Ireland. Businesses
along the route decorate windows and buildings with shamrocks and banners.
March
St. Patrick’s Day Post-Parade Party
Rotary Rink at Fountain Plaza
Buffalo, NY
(716) 856-3150 / www.buffaloplace.com
The St. Patrick’s Day post-parade party is a children’s event that includes ice
skating, clowns, face painters and free kiddie amusement rides.
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This show offers the best opportunity to shop for home and garden related
products and services.
Flurrious celebrates Buffalo winter in a family friendly way that encourages the
community to come out and enjoy both spectator and participant sports. The festival includes kickball, a fun run, a bicycle ride, broomball, tennis, a Quidditch
tournament and much, much more. The Parkside Lodge is home to children’s
activities including face painting, coloring and science demonstrations.
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March/April
Easter Festival at Broadway Market
999 Broadway
Buffalo, NY
(716) 893-0705
http://easter.broadwaymarket.org
Visit the historic Broadway Market during its most festive season as thousands
flock to pick up freshly made Easter delicacies. From traditional buttered lambs
to Polish sausage, horseradish, and chocolate, stop by the market for these savory
treats. Be sure to check out the beautiful handpainted Eastern European eggs and
get your pussy willows in time for Dyngus Day while you’re there. The Broadway
Market offers extended holiday hours and daily events, with live music.
Save time to experience Buffalo’s historic Polonia neighborhood and nearby
houses of worship.
April
Dyngus Day
(716) 668-6888
Traditionally falls on the Monday
after Easter Sunday
www.dyngusdaybuffalo.com
Enjoy this post-Lenten tradition that the Polish community celebrates with day-long festivities of feasting, drinking, playing pranks and merrymaking. Boys, grab your pussy willows,
and girls, fill up those squirt guns! Annual events held at the Polish Falcons Hall (445
Columbia Ave-Depew); Randolph Hall (72 Randolph Street-Cheektowaga); St. Stanislaus
Social Center (Fillmore and Peckham Streets-Buffalo); Dom Polski (576 Oliver Street-North
Tonawanda); Leonard VFW Post (2450 Walden Avenue-Cheektowaga); Matthew Glab Post
(1965 Abbott Road-Lackawanna); Adam Mickiewicz Library (612 Fillmore Avenue-Buffalo).
May/June
Hellenic Festival
Hellenic Orthodox Church
West Utica Street at Delaware Avenue,
Buffalo, NY / (716) 882-7121
www.buffalogreekfestival.org
Presented by the Hellenic Orthodox Church of the Annunciation, this Annual
Greek heritage festival features authentic Greek food, music, dancing, culture
and boutiques, along with free guided tours of the Church interior, which has
been restored after the 2001 fire. Built in 1906, the Church is on both the U.S.
and New York State Registers of Historic Places.
June
Allentown Art Festival
Delaware Avenue & Allen Street
Downtown Buffalo
(716) 881-4269 / www.allentownartfestival.com
The renowned Allentown Art Festival features more than 400 artists and
craftspersons from the United States and Canada. The annual art show takes
place in one of the nation's largest historic preservation districts.
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EVENT
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June
Juneteenth Festival
Martin Luther King Jr. Park
Best & Fillmore, Buffalo, NY
(716) 891-8801 / www.juneteenthofbuffalo.com
Juneteenth is Buffalo's celebration of the African American culture commemorating the ending of slavery. The annual festival features more than 100 vendors
offering ethnic foods and wares. Activities include a parade, 5K race, Health Fair,
Job Fair, Book Swap and Underground Railroad Tours.
June
Buffalo River Fest
Father Conway Park
Between Ohio & Louisiana Streets, Buffalo, NY
(716) 823-4707, ext. 10
www.thevalleycenter.com
Buffalo River Fest is a family-oriented event that celebrates the history of the
Buffalo River and showcases the revitalization and renewal efforts being made
along the riverfront. Activities will include a river regatta, classic car show, arts
and crafts show, kids area, live entertainment, food and beverages, guided tours
of the grain milling district, a heritage tent and much more!
June
Roycroft Summer Festival
Roycroft Campus
Main Street, East Aurora, NY
(716) 655-7252 / www.ralaweb.com
The festival takes place on the grounds of the historic Roycroft Campus in
East Aurora. More than 50 artisans from the United States and Canada will
be displaying and selling Arts & Crafts style furniture, pottery, jewelry, limited
edition prints and other fine artwork. There will also be over 20 antique dealers.
Entertainment and refreshments too!
June-August
Shakespeare in Delaware Park
Delaware Park, Shakespeare Hill
Buffalo, NY / (716)856-4533
www.shakespeareindelawarepark.org
As a “must-see summer event” Shakespeare in Delaware Park reaches more than
40,000 audience members each year and is proud to be celebrating 35 incredible
years of high quality professional theatre which remains free for the public to
enjoy.
June-August
National Garden Festival
Throughout Buffalo Niagara
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At our festival of 1,000 gardens you’ll ramble among roses, meander past
marigolds, roam around rudbeckia, hike near hollyhocks and amble through
astilbe. And that’s just for starters. Join us this summer for some of America’s
best garden walks, talks and tours.
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July
Garden Walk Buffalo
Buffalo’s Historic Neighborhoods
(716) 879-0123
www.gardenwalkbuffalo.com
July
Friendship Festival
International Border – Peace Bridge vicinity,
Buffalo, NY and Fort Erie, Ontario
888-333-1987 / www.friendshipfestival.com
Join in an international celebration of the friendship and history shared between
Canada and the United States. Events take place on both sides of the border
including an air show, free concerts, fireworks, rides, arts and crafts and a
horse show.
July
Taste of Buffalo
Delaware Avenue, Downtown Buffalo
(716) 652-0628 / www.tasteofbuffalo.com
One of the largest food and entertainment extravaganzas in the nation featuring
more than 55 local restaurants and wineries along with four stages of varying entertainment. The festival includes a wide array of cuisine sure to please everyone's eyes
and palate.
July
Italian Heritage & Food Festival
Hertel Avenue, between
Colvin & Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY / (716) 874-6133
www.buffaloitalianfestival.com
Italian sausage, cannoli, tripe and calamari are just some of the Italian delights
available at more than 100 food booths. Each day visitors will be entertained by
three different stages featuring Jazz, Big Band and various ethnic groups; games
and rides as well.
July
Polish-American Arts Festival
Cheektowaga Town Park
2600 Harlem Road, Cheektowaga, NY
(716) 686-3465 / www.tocny.org
Annual celebration of Polish music, cuisine, customs and culture.
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Garden Walk Buffalo, the largest garden tour in the United States, is a free
self-guided tour, no tickets required. It has now grown to 341 urban gardens
in many of Buffalo’s historic neighborhoods.
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July
Canal Fest of the Tonawandas
Erie Canal Banks, Tonawanda, NY
(716) 692-3292 / www.canalfest.org
July
Grease Pole Festival
261 Swan Street, Buffalo, NY
(716) 852-1648
July
French & Indian War Encampment
Old Fort Niagara, Youngstown, NY
(716) 745-7611 / www.oldfortniagara.org
July
Gospelfest
Johnny B. Wiley Sports Pavilion
Jefferson and Best Streets, Buffalo, NY
(716) 855-1569
July
War of 1812 Weekend
Old Fort Niagara, Youngstown
(716) 745-7611 / www.oldfortniagara.org
July
Wildlife & Renaissance Festival
Hawk Creek
655 Luther Road, East Aurora, NY
(716) 652-8646 / www.hawkcreek.org
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DESCRIPTION
Eight days of family fun alongside the banks of the historic Erie Canal, completed
in 1825 and regarded as one of the greatest engineering feats of its day. Canal Fest
features a midway with rides and games for both children and adults. There is
musical entertainment, along with water-skiing and jet ski demonstrations, model
boat races and hand crafted canoe contests.
The area’s oldest Puerto Rican festival within the local Hispanic/Latino
community.
More than 1,000 re-enactors gather to recreate the historic siege of 1759 between
the British and French armies. Battle reenactments, sutlers, siege tours, living
history camps.
This festival features many Western New York and national Gospel singers
and choirs.
More than 100 re-enactors depicting a British army of the period will take over
Old Fort Niagara. Allows visitors at the fort to see what garrison life was like in
an occupied border fort. Representatives from several period British units will live
and work at the fort as they would have during the War of 1812.
Flying bird show, live music, up-close animal encounters, tours, gardens, art
auction and food. Visit eagles, owls, hawks, falcons, ocelot, porcupine and much
more. Barn owl release at 3pm.
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August
Eden Corn Festival
Eden Legion Grounds
Route 62, Eden, NY 14057
(716) 992-9141 / www.edencornfest.com
Parade, rides, crafts and of course fresh, delicious, sweet Eden corn!
August
Erie County Fair
Hamburg Fairgrounds
5600 McKinley Pkwy, Hamburg, NY 14075
(716) 649-3900 / www.americas-fair.org
www.the-fairgrounds.com
America’s Fair will celebrate with 11 1/2 days of family fun. Featuring over
$500,000 in free entertainment, historical demonstrations, daily parade, commercial and agricultural displays, livestock shows, top-name grandstand concerts and much more! One day at America’s Fair is just not enough to catch all
of the sights and sounds.
August
Lewiston Outdoor Fine Arts Festival
Center Street, Lewiston, NY
(716) 754-0166 / www.artcouncil.org
This prestigious two-day event showcases the work of more than 150 exceptional
artists from the USA and Canada.
August
Buffalo Irish Festival
The Grove at the Hamburg Fairgrounds
(716) 743-9348 / www.buffaloirish.com
Corned beef wrapped in cabbage and lamb stew are just some of the Irish dishes
you will find at the annual Irish Festival. There's a wide selection of imported
Irish goods along with some of the finest ethnic music and dancing. Special
activities for the children include theater and pony rides.
August
Elmwood Festival of the Arts
Elmwood Village (between Lafayette and
West Ferry)
(716) 830-2484 / www.elmwoodartfest.org
Buffalo’s first and premier art and environmental festival. Art of all kinds, for the
whole family, in Buffalo’s vibrant Elmwood Village.
September
National Buffalo Wing Festival
Coca-Cola Field
275 Washington Street, Buffalo, NY
(716) 565-4141 ext. 10
www.buffalowing.com
Annual Buffalo Wing Festival featuring many restaurants and sauces from
Buffalo and around the country. Best wing and sauce competitions, wing eating
contests, Buffalo food, entertainment and more.
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September
Antique Classic Boat Show &
Vintage Race Boat Reunion
503 East River Road
Grand Island, NY
(716) 892-1425 / www.nfacb.org
September
Curtain Up!
Theatre District, Main Street between
Tupper & Chippewa Downtown Buffalo
Ticket information: (716) 847-1410
www.curtainupbuffalo.com
September
Harvest Festival
Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village
3755 Tonawanda Creek Road, Amherst, NY
(716) 689-1440 / www.amherstmuseum.org
Amherst's agricultural heritage is featured in this weekend event with food, crafts
and other entertainment.
October
Binational Doors Open Niagara
Located in various locations throughout
Western New York & the Niagara Region
of Ontario
(716) 849-5834 / www.doorsopenniagara.com
Binational Doors Open Niagara offers a unique opportunity for visitors to
discover the rich historical and architectural treasures of Buffalo Niagara.
Visit historical and architecturally significant locations throughout the
Buffalo Niagara region as they open their doors for this annual event.
November
Christmas Food Fair
Broadway Market
999 Broadway, Buffalo
(716) 893-0705
www.broadwaymarket.com
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More than 100 wooden classics on display at the recently-renovated Historic
Buffalo Launch Club Basin.
Kick off the opening of Buffalo's professional theatre season at the annual
Curtain Up! Act I begins with cocktails and a gala dinner on stage at Shea’s or
dinner at any of the theatre district dining establishments. Act II follows shortly
after with curtains rising simultaneously throughout downtown theatres.
For Act III, enjoy dancing and partying in the streets with live musical
performances and roving entertainers.
A unique celebration that highlights Buffalo’s diverse ethnic food traditions,
yuletide spirits and distinctive gift items. Visit with Santa too!
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Christmas in the Country
Agri-Center on the Fairgrounds
5820 South Park Avenue, Hamburg
(716) 648-9733
www.wnypremierpromotions.com
The area’s largest craft show, featuring over 250 of the best crafters from all over
the country.
November –
January
Christmasville
21 Central Avenue, Lancaster
(716) 683-1776
www.lancopera.org
Christmasville in Lancaster, NY is a quaint destination to experience the magic
of Christmas, as the village turns into a Victorian wonderland featuring original
vintage and new animated window displays.
November-January
Fairgrounds Festival of Lights
Hamburg Fairgrounds
(716) 649-3900
www.the-fairgrounds.com
A one-of-a-kind holiday attraction featuring a magical drive through, all new
Lightasmic Kandy Kane’s Holiday magic Show, Santa and his reindeer, kiddie
rides, shopping, food and more.
December
Victorian Christmas
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural
National Historic Site
641 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY
(716) 884-0095 / www.nps.gov/thri
Annual holiday event featuring seasonal decorations, lunches, dinners, vintage
fashion shows, shopping boutiques and entertainment.
December
Holiday Pops
1 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY 14201
(716) 885-5000 / www.bpo.org
The Holiday Pops is one of Western New York’s most anticipated annual holiday
traditions. A celebration of the music of the season, the Holiday Pops brings
together audiences of all ages for three nights of some of the world’s most
beloved Christmas classics.
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First Night Buffalo
Roosevelt Square, Main and Huron Streets
Elmwood Avenue Museum District, Buffalo
(716) 635-4959
www.firstnightbuffalo.org
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Buffalo's annual alcohol-free New Year's celebration, featuring, music, rides,
games and fireworks. The spectacular Niagara Mohawk building is the setting
for the ball drop at midnight.
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