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Poinsettias After Dark at the Gardens
December 12, 2025 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Experience the magic of the holidays during Poinsettias After Dark at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens. Thousands of twinkling lights will guide you through our magically illuminated greenhouses. See textures, shapes, and shadows that you’ve never noticed before as different colors bathe our plant collections in a whole new light. Escape Buffalo’s cold winter nights and enjoy a charming and calming evening at the Botanical Gardens.
Joining us during Poinsettias After Dark on November 28 is the one and only Santa Claus! Complete a festival scavenger hunt as you explore our beautiful Poinsettia Exhibit, the picture-perfect backdrop for your photos with Santa. Write your letters to Santa and be on your best behavior during your visit. Visits with Santa are included with admission.
This year, Santa will be visiting the Botanical Gardens on two different days at two different times. On November 29, visit Mr. C during Gardens After Dark from 5pm-9pm. Then, on November 30, Santa will return during the day from 10am-2pm.
