It’s that time of year, where we find ourselves constantly searching for fun ways to run out the clock on this freezing winter weather. All throughout New York you can find beautiful gardens that will leave you in awe, most of which you won’t be able to enjoy during the colder months. But there are a few exceptions! One being the historical Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens.
Celebrating its 7th year, the Lumagination light show at Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is one for the books.
Vicky B./Yelp If you’ve never visited this magical place, then Lumagination is the greatest excuse you could have to come and experience this amazing place. The historic attraction opened in 1900 and features Victorian glass houses that look like a gorgeous palace.
This year the light show is even more anticipated, with Greenhouses 2 & 3 reopening after being closed to the public for nearly 2 years.
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens/TripAdvisor After years of needing repair, renovations began taking place at then end of April in 2015. After being closed to the public, the greenhouses have opened just in time for the annual Lumagination light show.
Greenhouse 2 now features a new Aquatic Garden.
CaptMikey9/Flickr In the Aquatic Garden you’ll be able to find a charming pond filled with Koi, visitors will also be able to see Sugar Cane and Orchids in this area of the garden.
And in Greenhouse 3 you’ll now be able to experience the gorgeous new Asian Rainforest.
CaptMikey9/Flickr From various species of bamboo to breathtaking bonsai plants and Buddha statues, you’ll love entering this unique little Rainforest that’s been created here.
The light show combines vibrant colors and wonderful sounds to reinvent the scenic indoor space.
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Collaborating with the University at Buffalo’s Theatre & Dance Department, visitors will be able to see illuminated sculptures on the front lawn and see the student’s transform one of the greenhouses.
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Check your calendar and set aside a time to visit, Lumagination will be running from now through February 21st.
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Lumagination is open from 6PM to 9PM, with extended hours until 10PM on Fridays and Saturdays.
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Tickets to the light show can be bought both online and at the door. If you want to purchase your tickets online, click here.
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Another bonus? On certain dates, Lumagination will be holding Family Fun Nights and Student Nights where discounts are offered and even a Photo Night!
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens/TripAdvisor On the same page where you’ll be able to buy your tickets, you can also view the entire list of nights that are offering special events and discounts. Lumagination will be hosting Member and Student nights where discounts will be offered, Family Nights where visitors can enjoy performances and added kid activities. There will also be a Photo Night for professional and amateur photographers, the only night that tripods will be allowed into the gardens. And you’ll definitely want to visit on Valentines Day, where you can expect surprise for visitors of all ages!
To view the list of different nights and to buy your tickets online, click here.
I love seeing how this light show transforms these gorgeous gardens! Have you ever attended Lumagination? Be sure to share your own photos of this magical light show in the comments section! If you’re looking for other ways to keep yourself busy in this beautiful city, try these 10 Places In Buffalo That Are Amazing And Don’t Cost Anything To Experience!
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If you’ve never visited this magical place, then Lumagination is the greatest excuse you could have to come and experience this amazing place. The historic attraction opened in 1900 and features Victorian glass houses that look like a gorgeous palace.
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens/TripAdvisor
After years of needing repair, renovations began taking place at then end of April in 2015. After being closed to the public, the greenhouses have opened just in time for the annual Lumagination light show.
CaptMikey9/Flickr
In the Aquatic Garden you’ll be able to find a charming pond filled with Koi, visitors will also be able to see Sugar Cane and Orchids in this area of the garden.
From various species of bamboo to breathtaking bonsai plants and Buddha statues, you’ll love entering this unique little Rainforest that’s been created here.
kciamaga/YouTube
Jenn Durfey/Flickr
Morgan N./Yelp
On the same page where you’ll be able to buy your tickets, you can also view the entire list of nights that are offering special events and discounts. Lumagination will be hosting Member and Student nights where discounts will be offered, Family Nights where visitors can enjoy performances and added kid activities. There will also be a Photo Night for professional and amateur photographers, the only night that tripods will be allowed into the gardens. And you’ll definitely want to visit on Valentines Day, where you can expect surprise for visitors of all ages!
To view the list of different nights and to buy your tickets online, click here.
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