The Solar-Powered Buffalo Heritage Carousel Holiday Hours
1 Marine Dr
Buffalo, NY 14202
November 28, 2025, November 29, 2025, November 30, 2025, December 6, 2025, December 7, 2025, December 13, 2025, December 20, 2025, December 26, 2025, December 27, 2025, December 28, 2025
Celebrate the season at the Buffalo Heritage Carousel, where festive rides, Santa visits, quiet sensory-friendly hours, and special year-end shop sales bring holiday magic to the waterfront. Throughout late November and December, guests can enjoy extended hours, themed experiences, and plenty of opportunities to make merry memories with family and friends. From cheerful “Ride with Santa” sessions to calm Quiet Rides and post-holiday shopping deals, the carousel offers something for everyone this winter.
Holiday Hours & Highlights:
Friday, November 28: Noon&5 p.m.
Holiday Kick-off Party
Ride with Santa: 1&5 p.m.
Saturday, November 29: 10 a.m.&5 p.m.
Ride with Santa: 10 a.m.&1 p.m.
Sunday, November 30: 11 a.m.&5 p.m.
Quiet Rides: 11 a.m.&Noon
Saturday, December 6: Noon&5 p.m.
Ride with Santa: 1&4 p.m.
Closed for private party: 10 a.m.&Noon
Sunday, December 7: 11 a.m.&5 p.m.
Quiet Rides: 11 a.m.&Noon
Saturday, December 13: 10 a.m.&5 p.m.
Ride with Santa: 10 a.m.&1 p.m.
Saturday, December 20: 10 a.m.&5 p.m.
Ride with Santa: 10 a.m.&1 p.m.
Friday, December 26: Noon&5 p.m.
Boxing Day Specials at the Gift Shop
Deep discounts on select merchandise
Saturday, December 27: Noon&5 p.m.
Year-end Gift Shop Sale continues
Discounts on most merchandise
Sunday, December 28: 11 a.m.&5 p.m.
Quiet Rides: 11 a.m.&Noon
Year-end Gift Shop Sale continues
Discounts on most merchandise
From festive family fun to great gift shop deals, the Buffalo Heritage Carousel is a must-visit destination all season long.