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Parkside Afternoon: Art, Appetite, and Views

Start your afternoon at Buffalo Arts Studio when it opens, then wander through Parkside for a bite and a walk in Delaware Park.

Best time: noneAbout 180 min

Timeline

  1. 11:00

    Buffalo Arts Studio

    Head to Buffalo Arts Studio in Suite 500. The gallery opens at 11AM on weekdays, making this the perfect quiet time to browse the resident artists' works before the crowds arrive. Admission is by donation.

  2. 11:45

    Parkside Meadow

    Walk 13 minutes to Parkside Meadow. This restaurant serves dinner with a side of nostalgia, offering a menu that blends classic Buffalo pub grub with informed, modern twists. It is a great spot for an early lunch or a substantial snack.

  3. 12:45

    Shakespeare in Delaware Park

    Stroll 40 minutes west to Shakespeare in Delaware Park. This historic theatre is set within Delaware Park, Buffalo's largest and most beautifully preserved Olmsted landscape. It is a peaceful place to sit and enjoy the park's atmosphere, even if there is no performance scheduled.

Local tip

Buffalo Arts Studio is open Tuesday through Friday from 11AM to 5PM. If you are visiting on a weekend, it is only open Saturday from 10AM to 2PM.

Check before you go

  • Buffalo Arts Studio hours: Tue-Fri 11AM-5PM, Sat 10AM-2PM (Sep-May only).
  • Parkside Meadow hours: Mon, Wed-Sat 11:30AM-11PM, Sun brunch noon-3PM.

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