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Experience the Virtual World of Reinventing Reality & More Events This Winter at The Buffalo Museum of Science

by SOB Creative

Let your curiosities take over and check out all the ways you can enjoy the Buffalo Museum of Science this season:

Escape Reality With These 4 Virtual Arcades in WNY

by Andrea Diedrich

WNY knows just how fun VR is, which is why more places across the region are offering a step inside these insane worlds.

Guide to Family Friendly Events This Month & Beyond in Buffalo & WNY

by Step Out Staff

Our guide to family friendly events features everything from fairs and festivals to nature experiences, classes, and more!

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Guide to Volunteer Opportunities in Buffalo & WNY

by Step Out Staff

Looking to give back? Volunteering is a great way to get involved with our region’s non-profit organizations.

The Best Way to Spend A Snow Day in Buffalo

by HayleyPrenatt

Buffalonians are no stranger to a snow day. Looking for the best way to spend it? We’ve got you covered.

GUIDE TO FAMILY STYLE DINING

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Full Service
Rick’s on Main
687 Main St East Aurora, New York 14052 • $$$$$
South Towns
American
International
Seafood
Steakhouse
Bar Area
Lunch
Patio
Take-out
Family Friendly
Romantic
Order Online
Reservations
Special Occasion
Fast Casual
Simply Pierogi
4475 Transit Rd Harris Hill, New York 14221 • $$$$$
North Towns
Polish
Take-out
Family Friendly
Lunch
Full Service
The Barrel Factory
65 Vandalia St. Buffalo, New York 14204 • $$$$$
Buffalo
American
New American
Farm to Table
Good for Beer Lovers
Bar Area
Family Friendly
Happy Hour
Private Parties
Full Service
Hofbrauhaus Buffalo
190 Scott St Buffalo, NY 14204 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Beer Bar/Hall
German
Brewery
Lunch
Bar Area
Live Music
Patio
Happy Hour
Good for Beer Lovers
Reservations
Family Friendly
Private Parties
Late Night
Late-Late Night
Heated Patio / Outdoor Seating
Full Service
The Steer
3151 Main St Buffalo, NY 14214 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
American
Steakhouse
Burgers
Bar Area
Sports Bar
Reservations
Happy Hour
Family Friendly
Good for Beer Lovers
Late Night
Lunch
Full Service
Buffalo Irish Center
245 Abbott Road Buffalo, New York 14220 • $$$$$
South Buffalo
Irish
Pub Food
Bar Area
Family Friendly
Live Music
Take-out
Good for Beer Lovers
Happy Hour
Full Service
Go Veggies Cafe
264 Bryant Street Buffalo, New York 14222 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Burgers
Deli-Sandwiches
Hot Dogs
Vegan
Vegetarian
Family Friendly
Lunch
Catering
Lunch
Take-out
Full Service
Old Orchard Inn
2095 Blakeley Corners Road East Aurora, New York 14052 • $$$$$
South Towns
American
Seafood
Bar Area
Happy Hour
Patio
Curbside Pickup
Family Friendly
Food Truck / Stand / Cart
The Maine Bite
198 Main St East Aurora, NY 14052 • $$$$$
South Towns
Seafood
Hot Dogs
Cidery
Lunch
Bar Area
Take-out
Patio
Order Online
Family Friendly
Curbside Pickup
Dog-Friendly Patio
Good for Beer Lovers
Full Service
Sake Cafe
8222 Transit Rd Williamsville, New York 14226 • $$$$$
North Towns
Asian
Japanese-Sushi
Family Friendly
Lunch
Bar
Bar Area
Catering
Lunch
Take-out
Picasso’s Pizza – West Seneca
2193, Union Road, West Seneca, New York 14224 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Buffalo Food
Deli-Sandwiches
Italian
Pizza
Family Friendly
Lunch
Lunch
Take-out
Fast Casual
City Fare Cafe of Buffalo
483 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14203 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Deli-Sandwiches
Cafe-Coffee
Family Friendly
Take-out
Lunch

Things To Do with the Fam

Shops/Retail
EIGHT x EIGHT
Other
Shops/Retail
Beauty Services
Apparel
Gifts
Family Friendly
Entertainment
Buffalo Museum of Science
1020 Humboldt Parkway Buffalo, New York 14211
Buffalo
Entertainment
Museum
Attraction
Things To Do
Family Friendly
Entertainment
Becker Farms
3760 Quaker Road, Gasport NY Gasport, New York 14067
Niagara County
Entertainment
Recreation
Attraction
Farm
Family Friendly
Entertainment
The Great Pumpkin Farm
11199 Main St. Clarence , New York 14031
North Towns
Entertainment
Recreation
Farm
Attraction
Family Friendly
Entertainment
Aquarium of Niagara
701 Whirlpool St Niagara Falls, New York 14301
Niagara County
Entertainment
Aquarium
Attraction
Museum
Things To Do
Family Friendly
Entertainment
The Roaming Table Food Tours
Center Street Lewiston, NY 14092
Niagara County
Entertainment
Other
Tours
Attraction
Family Friendly
Entertainment
Bayview Raceway & Golf
3808 Bayview Rd Buffalo, NY 14219
South Towns
Entertainment
Recreation
Attraction
Family Friendly
Home & Garden
Little Explorers Bounce & Play Rentals
Other
Home & Garden
Shops/Retail
Entertainment
Home Services
Children
Gifts
Home Goods / Decor
Misc
Family Friendly
Recreation
BFLO Harbor Kayak – Canalside
2 Main Street Buffalo, New York 14203
Buffalo
Recreation
Community Org
Boating / Kayaking
Family Friendly
Recreation
National Comedy Center
203 W 2nd Street Jamestown, NY 14701
Southern Tier
Recreation
Entertainment
Family Friendly
Entertainment
Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum
130 Main Street Buffalo, New York 14203
Buffalo
Entertainment
Recreation
Attraction
Museum
Things To Do
Family Friendly
Entertainment
Darien Lake
9993 Alleghany Rd Darien Center, Cheektowaga/East 14040
Genesee County
Entertainment
Attraction
Theme Park
Summer
Things To Do
Family Friendly

Great Deals For The Whole Family

Things To Do
Carefree Boat Club Valentine’s Day Special – $1,500 Off Intitiation
Discount:$1,500
Carefree Boat Club Of Buffalo • 512 River Road North Tonawanda, 14120
Niagara County
Things To Do
Health & Wellness
Buy 1, Get 1 50% OFF Fitness Consultations from Alessi Fitness
Discount:Buy 1, Get 1 50% OFF
Alessi Fit – Dr. Derek Health and Fitness • 6215 Transit Road, East Amherst,, 14051
North Towns
Health & Wellness
Retail
Save 10%
Discount: 10%
Buffalo Baby Clothing •
Other
Retail
Family
Fashion
Sports
Food & Drink
Brunch Drinks at Magic Bear!
Price:$5
Magic Bear Beer Cellar • 799 Seneca Buffalo, 14210
Buffalo
Food & Drink
Retail
Save 20% When You Buy A Tailgate Touchdown Figurine
Discount: 20%
Tailgate Mafia •
Other
Retail
Sports
Wedding
Poplar Hill Estate is keeping 2023 prices in 2024! (For a limited time)
Price:Pricing starts at $9,250
Poplar Hill Estate • 1216 Quaker Rd East Aurora , 14052
South Towns
Wedding
Food & Drink
Half Priced Drinks and Free Soft Drinks At Flavor Restaurant and Bar
Discount:Half Priced Drinks and Free Soft Drinks At Flavor Restaurant and Bar
Flavor Restaurant and Bar • 6432 Genesee St Lancaster,
Other
Food & Drink
Wedding
Micro Wedding DEAL at Poplar Hill Estate You Won’t Want to Miss
Price:2023/2024 Micro-Weddings now $3,800
Poplar Hill Estate • 1216 Quaker Rd East Aurora , 14052
South Towns
Wedding
Things To Do
5-Week Adult Dance
Price:Unlimited Access $130
Dance Spectrum • 4705 Transit Road Depew, 14043
Cheektowaga and East
Things To Do
Wedding
Fitness
Wedding
Micro Wedding DEAL at Poplar Hill Estate You Won’t Want to Miss
Price:2023/2024 Micro-Weddings now $3,800
Poplar Hill Estate • 1216 Quaker Rd East Aurora , 14052
South Towns
Wedding
Health & Wellness
$50 Off Lux Customized Facial with LED Phototherapy From Bel Viso Skin Studio
Discount:$50
Bel Viso Skin Studio • 7158 Transit Rd. Williamsville, 14221
North Towns
Health & Wellness
Beauty
Health & Wellness
Valentine’s Day Special from Southtown Salt Cave
Price:Valentine's Package for two $150
Southtown Salt Cave • 140 Pine Street Hamburg, 14075
South Towns
Health & Wellness