Love Week
Monday 19th Feb, 2024 → Friday 23rd Feb, 2024
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
2655 South Park Avenue Buffalo, NY 14218 THIS EVENT HAS PASSEDLooking for something different to surprise your Valentine, a loved one, or a friend? The Botanical Gardens has 10 days full of events to treat your Valentine and spread some love! Bring them to the Botanical Gardens for a tropical adventure during the day or after dark for a one-of-a-kind experience that will create memories for life!
February 9-18, 10am-4pm-Explore the Botanical Gardens During the Day
We are open 10am-4pm daily
Take a self-guided tour of our tropical oasis and grab our entertaining scavenger hunt for a fun and competitive (only if you want it to be!) adventure throughout the Botanical Gardens.
Orchids After Dark - February 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 6:00-9:30pm-
Orchids After Dark is running almost every night during love week! Hundreds of magical lights will guide you through our twelve greenhouses, bathing our orchid displays in brilliant colors. These displays are possible with special fiber optic effects, which allow us to magically bend light into seemingly impossible shapes and complement the orchids in a completely out-of-this-world way.
Thurs-Date Nights!- February 8, 15, 22, 6-9pm
Celebrate the most romantic month of the year with a special trip to the Botanical Gardens for Thurs-Date Nights! Experience our stunning collection of orchids under entrancing lighting during Orchids After Dark, the perfect addition to your romantic night out! Included in your ticket is one glass of wine, light fare from the Grazeful Gatherer, and a sweet bite to finish off your evening.
LOVE is LOVE Night!- Friday, February 9, 6-9:30pm
with the Niagara Pride Center!
Join us for Orchids After Dark, LOVE is LOVE Night! Celebrate our LGBTQ+ Community and embrace all of the love! All are welcome to join and celebrate!
Valentine's Day Floral Arrangement Workshop - Saturday, February 10, 10-11am or 2-3pm
Plan the perfect start to your date night with this fun floral design workshop. Participants are encouraged to work on an arrangement either individually or with a partner. All fresh materials and design bowl are provided. You may wish to bring a box for transporting your arrangement. Flowers will be based on seasonal availability.
Feed the Fish! - February 10, 17, 9:30-10:00am
Get up close and personal with our family of koi fish with this unique Gardens Exclusive! Enjoy early access to the Botanical Gardens before we open to the public with a special learning experience that's fun for all ages. Each participant receives a cup of koi fish food and time to help feed our fishy friends! Regular admission for the day is included, so you can explore the conservatory after the feeding!
Valentine's Day! - Wednesday, February 14 (Daytime, 10am-4pm or After Dark, 6-9:30pm)
Spend your Valentine's Day under our tropical paradise during the day or under the romantic glow at Gardens After Dark and make memories that will last a lifetime.