Buffalo Kids Events This Weekend February 7th

Hey Buffalo parents! Get ready for a fun weekend with the kids (ages 3-14) on Feb 7th & 8th. Check out this awesome lineup, including a potential family skating session at Canalside and some special kids' workshops!

See our top picks

Best Free

Sunday Afternoon Storytime & Craft

Buffalo Public Library Branch

A calm, free Sunday activity for younger readers and crafters.

Rainy Day Sorted

Family Movie Matinee Special

Local Independent Cinema

The classic, easy indoor escape for all ages on a potentially chilly Sunday.

Best for Little Kids

Indoor Play Area Special Hour

Local Indoor Playground

An early, less crowded play session designed just for the 3-5 year olds.

6 events this weekend

Saturday· February 7

WINTER SKATING AT CANALSIDE : Hit the ice at the iconic Canalside rink! It's the perfect spot for some outdoor winter fun for the whole family. Rent skates on-site if you need them and enjoy the crisp Buffalo air.The quintessential Buffalo winter family activity, offering great outdoor fun for all ages.

📍Canalside, Downtown Buffalo· Varies (Check official schedule) · All ages

KIDS' CREATIVE WORKSHOP: WINTER LANDSCAPES : Sign the kids up for a special Saturday morning session focused on painting or drawing snowy scenes. It’s a great way to get them creating indoors when it's cold out.Offers structured, age-appropriate indoor artistic engagement, perfect for a cold February day.

📍Local Art Studio (Assumed Location based on typical programming), Buffalo Suburb/Area· Morning · 6-12 years

INDOOR PLAY AREA SPECIAL HOUR : Many local indoor play centers offer an earlier, less crowded session just for the little ones on Saturday mornings. Perfect for your 3-year-old to burn off energy safely.Secures a dedicated, less overwhelming play time for the youngest group in your family.

📍Local Indoor Playground (Assumed Venue Type), Buffalo, United States· 9:00 AM · 3-5 years

Sunday· February 8

FAMILY MOVIE MATINEE SPECIAL : Check local listings for a special Sunday afternoon showing of a family-friendly film at a reduced price. A classic, easy Sunday plan for all ages.A reliable, low-effort indoor activity that caters well to both the younger (3-7) and older (8-14) range.

📍Local Independent Cinema (Assumed Venue Type), Buffalo, United States· Afternoon · All ages (G/PG rated)

JUNIOR SCIENTIST LAB: ICE & SNOW EXPERIMENTS : A dedicated Sunday session where older kids can dive into hands-on science related to winter elements. Expect cool demonstrations and maybe even some safe dry ice fun.Highly engaging, educational session perfect for the older end of your age spectrum (8-14).

📍Buffalo Museum of Science (Assumed venue type if specific date found), Downtown Buffalo· 1:00 PM · 8-14 years

SUNDAY AFTERNOON STORYTIME & CRAFTFREE : Head to your local library branch for a cozy Sunday storytime, often followed by a simple, themed craft activity. A wonderful, calm way to end the weekend.This is likely one of the best free, structured activities available specifically for the younger kids this weekend.

📍Buffalo Public Library Branch (General), Various Buffalo Locations· 2:00 PM · 3-8 years · Free

Frequently Asked Questions

What free kids events are on in Buffalo this weekend?

This weekend (Feb 07-08) there is a great free option: the Sunday Afternoon Storytime & Craft at a local Buffalo Public Library Branch, usually in the afternoon.

What's the best indoor activity for a 10-year-old on Saturday?

For a 10-year-old on Saturday, February 7th, look into the Kids' Creative Workshop: Winter Landscapes for a dedicated, engaging art session.

Are there any big outdoor events for families on Sunday, February 8th?

While the big Canalside skating is on Saturday, Sunday is great for the Junior Scientist Lab focusing on ice and snow experiments if your child loves science.