November 2025
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Feed the Fish
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…
Topiary Tales at the Botanical Gardens
Your next adventure awaits at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens during Topiary Tales! Step into our conservatory, which has been transformed into a whimsical woodland forest, filled with larger-than-life animal topiaries made from plants…
Community Day
This FREE event will feature organizations offering resources, and will also include crafts, games, and activities for the whole family. You will be able to pet animals, see one-of-a-kind sports collector’s items, take a walk through our sports exhibit,…
Niagara County Central Rotary Club Auto Parts Swap Meet
Indoor auto parts & automotive related swap meet. 30 vendors. Food available.
Children's Book Week
Celebrate Children's Book Week with storytime Monday-Friday at 11:00am on Facebook. You can join us live in the Children's Gallery Wednesday-Friday.
College Night at the Buffalo History Museum
Calling all college students! The Buffalo History Museum is yours for the night. Step inside after hours for an evening of music, food, and fun designed just for you. Come live your childhood Night at the Museum dreams. PSA: The exhibits will not be…
Meat Raffle Benefiting Niagara Frontier Radio Reading Service
HUGE meat and raffle prize selection. $10 presale & Veterans, $15 door, $100 table of 12. Admission includes US flag to wave on Veterans Day, 2 beers, refillable soft drinks & music between rounds. Bring your own snacks. No outside alcohol. Tickets,…
Orchid Show
The Niagara Frontier Orchid Society returns to the Botanical Gardens for another wonderful Orchid Show! On November 8 and 9, see a spectacular showcase of award-winning orchids from across the region. Meet with expert orchidists to learn about the process…
Veterans Day at the Botanical Gardens | Free Admission for Veterans
Thank you to all military veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Veterans with ID are admitted free to the Botanical Gardens on Veterans Day, November 11. The Botanical Gardens is a national historic site, education center, and tourist…
Shop til You Drop Craft & Vendor Fair
Crafters & Vendors... Basket Raffle.... Shopping... and more! Come out to support Buffalo's local small businesses. FREE ADMISSION. $5/5min massages available. You don't need to be present to win the Basket Raffle. Bring donations for The City of Buffalo…
America Recycles Day
Celebrate recycling and helping the environment with STEM activities at HCFM! These programs will be included with general admission.
Poinsettia Exhibit at the Botanical Gardens
The holidays are here, and so is our annual Poinsettia Exhibit! Step into the warm embrace of our tropical conservatory, filled to the brim with brilliant poinsettias of all sizes and colors. Allow the vibrant reds, magentas, pinks, yellows, and oranges…
Beat Black Friday Thanksgiving Craft & Vendor Fair
Crafters & Vendors... Basket Raffle.... Shopping... and more! Come out to support Buffalo's local small businesses. FREE ADMISSION. $5/5min massages available. You don't need to be present to win the Basket Raffle. Bring donations for The City of Buffalo…
Photography Nights
Make your reservation today! Bring along your favorite photographer and join us for Photography Nights to get the most out of your photo experience at the Botanical Gardens! We are opening up the Botanical Gardens for the public to take family photos,…
Santa at the Botanical Gardens
Join us at the Botanical Gardens on Friday, November 28, and Saturday, November 29, to meet the one and only Santa Claus! Complete a festival scavenger hunt as you explore our beautiful Poinsettia Exhibit, the picture-perfect backdrop for your photos…
Poinsettias After Dark
Experience the magic of the holidays during Poinsettias After Dark! Thousands of twinkling lights will guide you through our magically illuminated greenhouses. See textures, shapes, and shadows that you’ve never noticed before as different colors bathe…
Makers Market
Our 5th annual Holiday Makers Market returns for two days this November! Join us on Friday, November 28th from 11am to 5PM to kick off the holiday shopping season or come by during Small Business Saturday, November 29th from 10AM to 5PM. The museum…
Santa at the Botanical Gardens
Join us at the Botanical Gardens on Friday, November 28, and Saturday, November 29, to meet the one and only Santa Claus! Complete a festival scavenger hunt as you explore our beautiful Poinsettia Exhibit, the picture-perfect backdrop for your photos…
Santa on the Carrousel
Santa will be at the Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum on Saturday November 29th, Saturday December 13th, and Saturday December 20th. Admission is required for everyone children (2-16 $12, under 2 $5) and adults ($10). Admission for the event includes:…