Want to celebrate the new year with the whole family in a safe, festive, fun, drug-and alcohol-free way? First Night Buffalo is the place for you!

 

Stay warm inside the Buffalo Convention Center and experience an affordable night of fun for the whole family. With carnival rides, bounce houses, game shows, music, acrobats, jugglers and much more, there is certainly something for everyone. The event runs from 5:00 until 10:00pm, with a grand finale balloon drop at 9:45pm.

Program:

 

Kevin McCarthy

 

Lobby

 

Welcome to First Night Buffalo! The party begins as soon as you walk through the door. Enjoy live music performed by musician Kevin McCarthy.

 

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Storybook Characters

 

Room 106 A

 

5pm-9:30pm

 

Come meet some of your favorite characters from popular children's stories—Olivia, Skippy Jon Jones, the Very Hungry Caterpillar, Wild Thing and Clifford. Visit with Superheroes Iron Man and The Incredible Hulk!

 

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Health Screenings

 

Room 102

 

5pm-9:30pm

 

Get a jump start on your new year's resolutions by checking your blood pressure, cholesterol and percentage of body fat. Knowing your numbers will help you to reach your healthy goals for 2016. Learn which preventive screenings you should have done, and ways to watch your waist line.

 

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Bubble Black Light Dance Party

 

Room 101B

 

5pm - 9:30pm

 

Get ready to dance the night away surrounded by enormous bubbles, black lights and music that will keep you moving. We guarantee you won't be able to stand still.

 

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Jeff Musial—The Animal Guy

 

Center Banquet Room

 

5:15pm & 7:15pm

 

Get ready to channel your inner animal as you take a walk on the wild side with Jeff and all his animal friends. You've probably seen Jeff on "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon", "Today Show" and "Steve Harvey". Jeff's unique style blends education and entertainment that is fun for all ages. Be sure to stop by to see the special creatures Jeff brings. You may even get to be part of the show!

 

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Flexible Comedy with Jonathan Burns

 

Center Banquet Room

 

6:15pm & 8:30pm

 

Be prepared to laugh while you watch Jonathan Burns contort his body in ways you didn't think were possible. Jonathan puts a unique spin on his stand-up routine by incorporating juggling, contortion and stunts.

 

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Family Fitness Challenge

 

Room 101 C

 

5pm - 9:30pm

 

We've partnered with the Buffalo Bills to bring you the Family Fitness Challenge. You can train like the Buffalo Bills at NFL Play60 fitness stations in this action packed room. Learn how the pros stay healthy and strong, so you and your family can too!

 

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Toddler Zone

 

Exhibit Level - North

 

5pm-9:30pm

 

Bring the little ones to drive through the town of tiny houses, play giant games, make fun crafts and more! Activities are perfect for kids ages 6 and under.

 

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American Ninja Warrior Training

 

Exhibit Level - South

 

5pm - 9:30pm

 

Do you have what it takes to be an American Ninja Warrior? Dare to tap your potential on the American Ninja Warrior obstacle course. Test your balance, agility and strength on obstacles like Snakes Crossing, Feeter Totter, Holy Roller and Quintuple Steps.

 

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Laser Maze

 

Exhibit Level

 

5pm - 9:30pm

 

How stealthy are you? Navigate through the exciting arcade-style laser maze using your best spy moves. Try to get through without touching the laser beams!

 

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Amusement Rides and Inflatable Fun

 

Exhibit Level

 

5pm-9:30pm

 

Come for a ride on the merry-go-round, or take a spin on the musical swings. Hop, skip and jump through an obstacle course or jump around in a bounce house! It's fun for kids of all ages.

 

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Midway Caravan: The Backyard Circus & Family Puppet Parade

 

Exhibit Level - North

 

5:30pm & 7:45pm

 

Children from the audience will be invited on stage to become part of an interactive backyard circus and Family Puppet Parade.

 

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In Jest with Nels Ross

 

Exhibit Level - North

 

6:30pm & 8:45pm

 

Nels Ross will have you on the edge of your seat laughing with his comedy variety show. His show features clean comedy, hysterical audience participation, incredible juggling and amazing stunts.

 

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Grand Finale Balloon Ball Drop

 

Exhibit Level South

 

9:45pm

 

Join us at the Hybrid Fitness Buffalo stage as we bring the year to a close together. There will be a special grand finale performance by our own Buffalo Ninja Warrior, Patrick Hall, followed by a confetti countdown and balloon drop.

Adults and children 3 and up: $10 each, Children 2 and under: FREE

 

Tickets are also available for purchase at the door: Adults and children 3 and up: $12 each, Children 2 and under: FREE

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