Lumagination 2019

Lumagination 2019 transforms the Buffalo Botanical Gardens into a magical world with state-of-the-art lighting and sound technology.

Visitors to the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens will enjoy a feast for the eyes at Lumagination 2019. Colorful special-effects, pieces of art, waterfalls, and thematic creations transform the familiar botanical gardens into something entirely different. The gardens are located at 2655 South Park Avenue in Buffalo, New York.

The visionary tour through the magical world of Lumagination takes guests on a tour of the greenhouses, each with their own theme enhanced by light and sound. This year’s particular installment provides an aquatic “under-the-sea” experience. Oversized coral will decorate the Main Palm Dome to give visitors the feeling of walking the sea floor, as fish are projected onto the ceiling above. The Aquatic Garden and Asia Rainforest will be laced with paper jellyfish and intricate lighting designs, while glow-in-the-dark plankton will illuminate the Desert Room. Other greenhouses display beautiful glass coral sculptures, optical rugs, and “sea aliens.” The Wegmans Family will offer interactive fun for children of all ages.

Lumagination 2019 features the innovative work of undergraduate students and professors at the University at Buffalo School of Theatre and Dance. Their greenhouse will be packed with state-of-the-art technology, elaborate sculptures, and theatrical designs to deliver a dramatic show.

Lumagination 2019 Dates and Times

Lumagination 2019 can be seen on several dates between Jan. and Feb. from 6-9 p.m., 6-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. The Botanical Gardens will close at 4:30 p.m. and re-open at 6 p.m. for Lumagination.

January 25-27, 30-31
February 1-2, 6-10, 13-23

Ticket Sales at Lumagination 2019

Tickets available online or at the door! Tickets purchased online can be used any night of Lumagination. Guest passes and coupons are not valid.

General Public Tickets:
$14 Adults
$12 Seniors (62+)
$12 Students (13+ with ID)
$6 Kids 3-12
Kids 2 and under free

Botanical Gardens Members’ Tickets:
$12 Adults
$10 Seniors (62+)
$10 Students (13+ with ID)
$6 Kids 3-12
Kids 2 and under free

Special Nights at Lumagination 2019

Take Amtrak to Lumagination at the Buffalo Botanical Gardens

Experience Lumagination 2019 via Amtrak to Buffalo-Exchange Street Station in Buffalo—Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount!

Get picked up from Buffalo-Exchange Street Station and taken to your reserved NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Buffalo office today at 716-884-6666.

Mark your calendars, because the Buffalo St. Patrick’s Day is fast approaching. On Sunday, March 17 the Irish will begin their march down Delaware Avenue at 2 p.m. Lasting two hours, the day will bring together family and friends in a religious, patriotic and civic event. It will honor Saint Patrick and the Irish community in Buffalo as well as throughout the country. Even though Buffalo holds a large Irish-American population, the event draws people of all nationalities to celebrate.

The day will kick off with a mass celebrated by Bishop Richard J. Malone at Saint Joseph’s Cathedral the same morning at 10:30 a.m. After the mass, the parade will include Irish dancers, bands, civic organizations and others in its proud march. Those interested in marching in the parade can apply here. In the past, the parade received international recognition from the magazine Ireland of the Welcomes published in Dublin, Ireland. The parade welcomes people and families of all ages—free of admission, to participate in the festive day.

Take Amtrak to the Buffalo St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Experience the festive day via Amtrak to Buffalo-Exchange Station in  Buffalo, NY—Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount.

Get picked up from Buffalo-Exchange Station and taken to your reserved NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Buffalo-Exchange office today at: 716-884-6666.

Science After Hours: Beerology

Enjoy food, drinks and entertainment all while learning about the science behind your favorite bubbly beverage—beer!

Enjoy food, drinks and entertainment all while learning about the science behind your favorite bubbly beverage–beer at Science After Hours: Beeroloy at the Buffalo Museum of Science!

If you are a fellow lover of all things beers and brews, this is the event for you. Mark your calendar for March 23, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m for Science After Hours: Beerology at the Buffalo Museum of Science. Guests must be 21 years of age to enter this beer-filled event. Admission includes samples of beer and other brews from some of the best local microbreweries, delicious “beer-friendly” snacks, and interesting presentations on home brewing and much more! The event is part of a fundraising Science After Hours series that the Museum hosts. Other related Science After Hours topics include: the chemistry of love and the science of the block party.

Plan your trip today for an experience of food, beer and other treats you will never forget. Vendors include Magic Hat Brewing Company, Franks Gourmet Hot Dogs Food Truck and Barrel + Brine and many more.

Buffalo Museum of Science Ticket Information

General admission tickets cost $49 each and include 10 tickets for beer tasting. Each tasting costs you 1 ticket, but don’t worry, you can purchase additional drink tickets at 6 p.m. Food samples, live entertainment and access to all of the Museum’s exhibits and galleries including the limited time only exhibit–TIFF’s digiPlaySpace presented by M&T Bank, are also included with the general admission ticket. Be sure to line up a designated driver for the night! They can attend the event by calling 716-896-5200 to purchase a Designated Driver ticket for $25.

Buffalo Museum of Science members get a special discount of $5 off at check-out!

Take Amtrak to The Buffalo Museum of Science

Experience Beerology via Amtrak to Buffalo-Exchange St. Station in Buffalo, NY—Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount!

Get picked up from Buffalo-Exchange Street Station and taken to your reserved NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Buffalo-Exchange Street office today at: 716-884-6666.