# Thanksgiving weekend with kids in Buffalo, 2026

> We haven’t found a 2026 Thanksgiving parade in Buffalo with posted details yet. In all we found four Thanksgiving-weekend outings in and around Buffalo: one turkey trot with a kids’ race and three Black Friday weekend picks. We also list one place and whether it’s open on Thanksgiving Day.

- Last checked: 2026-10-18
- 4 listings with dates; 0 not posted or announced yet
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## Turkey trots with kids’ races

- **131st YMCA Buffalo Niagara Turkey Trot** at Buffalo Convention Center, Downtown. When: Thu, Nov 26, 2026. The oldest continuously run footrace in the world has a new single-lap course for 2026, starting on Franklin St. between W. Huron and W. Chippewa. Indoor warm spaces and restrooms at the Convention Center make it easier to watch with little ones. Official page: https://www.ymcabn.org/ymca-turkey-trot/runner-information (checked 2026-10-18)

## Black Friday weekend with little kids

- **Fairgrounds Festival of Lights** at The Fairgrounds, 5820 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, NY 14075. When: Nov 27 – Dec 30, 2026 (Full Experience Nov 27–29, Dec 4, 11, 13, 17; Prime Dec 5, 12, 18–23; Drive-thru only Dec 3, 6, 10, 14–16, 26–30). Time: Drive-thru gate 5–9 p.m.; buildings 5–10 p.m. (Nov 29 & Dec 13 one hour earlier close). Price: Drive-thru only $22 standard / $39 XL; Full $34 / $56; Prime $45 / $73; Nov 29 $20 any vehicle. Light display opening this weekend. Tickets on sale Nov 16. Whoville train, kiddie rides, model trains. Official page: https://www.fairgroundsholiday.com/ (checked 2026-10-18)
- **Santa at Fairgrounds Festival of Lights** at The Fairgrounds, 5820 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, NY 14075. When: Full Experience nights: Nov 27–29; Dec 4, 5, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18–23, 2026. Time: 5–10 p.m. (Nov 29 & Dec 13 to 9). Price: Included with Full Experience carload; Santa Speed Lane pass $20 (on sale Nov 16). Santa visits opening this weekend. Official page: https://www.the-fairgrounds.com/p/fol/participate/santa (checked 2026-10-18)
- **Santa Photos at Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls** at Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls, 1900 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY 14304. When: Nov 27–Dec 24, 2026. Time: Most days 2–7 p.m.; Dec 24 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; hours change by day, full schedule on the booking page. Price: See photo packages on the booking page. Santa visits opening this weekend. Walk-ups welcome; booking a 15-minute slot online is encouraged (a few families share each slot). Pet photo nights on 3 evenings (Dec 7, Dec 14, Dec 21). Official page: https://whereissanta.com/mall/1488 (checked 2026-10-19)

## Open or closed on Thanksgiving Day

- **Buffalo Zoo**: Closed Thanksgiving Day. Source: https://buffalozoo.org/tickets/visitor-info/ (checked 2026-10-18)

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## FAQ

### Is there a Thanksgiving parade in Buffalo?
We haven’t found 2026 details for a Thanksgiving parade in Buffalo yet. We check again every Thursday and add it as soon as the organizer posts it.

### Are there turkey trots with kids’ races in Buffalo?
131st YMCA Buffalo Niagara Turkey Trot: Thu, Nov 26, 2026.

### What’s open on Thanksgiving Day in Buffalo with kids?
Closed on Thanksgiving: Buffalo Zoo. Check the venue page the morning of, since holiday hours can change.

### What can we do with little kids on Black Friday weekend in Buffalo?
Fairgrounds Festival of Lights, Santa at Fairgrounds Festival of Lights and Santa Photos at Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls. Dates and times are on each card.

### How do you check these Thanksgiving listings?
Each listing comes from the venue’s or organizer’s own page and links to it. We only list a date, time or price when that page shows it, and anything we can’t confirm stays off. These were last checked Oct 18, 2026, and we recheck them every Thursday through Thanksgiving week. [How we choose and check](https://littlesweekly.com/how-we-choose/).