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Western New York’s Premier Garden Show, Plantasia, Is Only A Short Drive From The City Of Buffalo

Plantasia, Western New York's premier garden show, returns to Erie County in March, offering a vibrant indoor spring experience.

Published Mar 9, 2020

Written by 

Lea Monroe

All around the city of Buffalo, you'll find exciting ways to welcome in the spring season. Some Buffalonians may find themselves eager to start spending more time outdoors as the temperatures rise, but there's one seasonal event returning this year that will actually have you longing to be indoors. Ready or not, Western New York's premier garden show, Plantasia, is right around the corner and you'll want to mark this event down on your calendars.

Celebrating 20 years of festivities, Western New York's Premier Garden Show, Plantasia, will be arriving in Erie County on March 19th.

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If you've never treated yourself to the pleasure of attending Plantasia in the past, you'll be amazed as soon as you set your eyes on this springtime event.

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Taking over two buildings at the Hamburg-Erie County Fairgrounds, you'll find gardens and vendors inside the Event Center, while inside Artisan Hall, you'll find educational presentations and unique artisans.

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More than a dozen fully landscaped gardens await you at Plantasia, giving you the unique chance to stroll through warm gardens while spring is just arriving here in Buffalo!

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Over the course of the four-day long event, you'll be in a sea of beautiful colors, with all sorts of flowers and plants making up Plantasia.

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Like stepping into a real-life Pinterest board, you'll find endless inspiration for your gardens and yards here as over 100 different vendors are set up.

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From outdoor furniture and garden tools to gardening seminars...

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...as well as live music and even activities to keep kids busy, Plantasia is a beautiful and fun way to kick off the spring season.

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To find out more about Plantasia and all that's happening at this year's event, click here.

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2020 Plantasia Dates:

Preview Night on Wednesday, March 18 - 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Thursday, March 19 - 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Friday, March 20 - 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, March 21 - 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Sunday, March 22 - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Have you attended Plantasia in years past? Will you be checking it out this year? Let us know in the comments below!

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Glide Across A Natural Ice Skating Rink This Winter At Akron Falls Park Near Buffalo

Akron Falls Park in Erie County offers a free natural ice skating rink and other winter activities.

Updated Nov 13, 2022

Written by 

Lea Monroe

As things begin to continuously freeze over here in Buffalo, you'll start to find that our residents will become more and more eager to dive into our favorite winter activities. If you're someone who's been itching to break out your ice skates all year long, then you'll want to get a good look at how you can glide across a natural rink at this small-town park in Erie County! It's the best outdoor ice skating in Buffalo.

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Open all throughout the year, Akron Falls Park lies roughly a half-hour east of us in Buffalo — and one of the best things about it is it's a free park to visit.

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Covering nearly 300 acres of land here in Erie County, the park is one of the oldest in the area, acquired by Eerie County Parks in 1947, and draws in explorers from all around Western New York and beyond.

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The heart of the park is the roughly 40-foot-tall Akron Falls, a natural wonder that looks like something out of Frozen during the wintertime.

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Luckily for us though, frozen waterfalls aren't just the only thing that this park offers visitors during the wintertime!

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Once things have frozen over, the snow has fallen, and the weather's just right, Buffalonians can make their way to Akron Falls Park to get out on a natural ice skating rink.

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Weather permitting, the free natural ice skating rink remains open from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. during the winter months and will leave you feeling completely enchanted.

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Instead of gliding your way around an indoor rink, come out to this breathtaking park to enjoy Western New York's beautiful scenery and some fresh air as you skate across this natural rink here in Erie County.

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To find out more about ice skating at Akron Falls Park and all of the other winter activities that are featured, visit the Akron Falls Park page of the Erie County Parks Department website or the Erie County Parks Department Facebook page!

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Ready to take on more of Western New York's best outdoor adventures? Then be sure to also read about one of the largest snow tubing parks in the U.S.

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Rent Your Own Floatmingo In Buffalo This Summer Right On Hoyt Lake

Delaware Park in Buffalo introduces whimsical flamingo boats for rent on Hoyt Lake, adding a fun new attraction for summer visitors.

Published Jul 7, 2020

Written by 

Lea Monroe

Located right in the heart of Buffalo, Delaware Park’s 350 acres of natural and man-made beauty play host to all sorts of local festivities. Summertime is particularly sweet in this popular park, and many are making their way here to see what’s new now that attractions and activities are beginning to reopen. If you’ve stopped by recently, you may have spotted an odd sight on Hoyt Lake: a flock of flamingo boats! Read on for more information about this fun new addition to the park’s seasonal attractions.

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Delaware Park is one of many excellent outdoor spaces here in Buffalo, but it's easily one of our favorite spots to explore.

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During the summer season, you'll find that people come to Delaware Park from all over Erie County to spend some time out on the water.

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Renting rowboats for a relaxing paddle on Hoyt Lake has long been a favorite summertime activity at Delaware Park, but the 2020 season also offers a new boat option that you don't want to miss.

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Check out the fun flamingos... or, should we say, floatmingos!

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Add a little dose of tropical fun to your day on Hoyt Lake by renting a Floatmingo boat. A half-hour rental costs just $15.

So, if you are ready to spend a day that is equal parts exciting, whimsical, and relaxing, head to Hoyt Lake in Delaware Park to rent out your own Floatmingo for an afternoon.

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To find out more information about Delaware Park, Hoyt Lake, and how to rent a Floatmingo boat, click here.

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If you're looking for more ways to enjoy yourself outdoors in the Queen City while it's warm, then you'll also want to read about how The Public Art Loop Is Buffalo’s Best Open-Air Museum Adventure!

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