By Canny Savanney Buffalo is an old breathtaking city. Once known as the city of lights. The city is filled with mystic beauty and wonders that illuminates its rich history that is free for anyone to consume. One of the world’s greatest seven wonders sits in our backyard and we can go and look at ...

By Canny Savanney

Buffalo is an old breathtaking city. Once known as the city of lights. The city is filled with mystic beauty and wonders that illuminates its rich history that is free for anyone to consume. One of the world’s greatest seven wonders sits in our backyard and we can go and look at it anytime we want! Today, trying to find any activities that have zero to no cost is like finding gold. I mean what’s better than free?

1) Niagara Falls
As previously mentioned, this is something most Buffalonians do not take enough advantage of. I mean not everyone can claim that they can go see this natural phenomenon anytime they want. Weekends are the best days to go and see the falls illuminated by spectacular rays of light with an awe-inspiring fireworks display that depending on weather conditions starts at 10 PM Friday – Sunday.

2) Outdoor movies
Everyone loves a good movie, but no one wants to be stuck inside during the summer when the weather is nice You can catch some great free movies all throughout summer outdoors at the University of Buffalo North and South Campus, Buffalo Harbor, Delaware Park and many other locations. For a full list of locations and the movies playing at those locations visit buffalo.kidsoutandabout.com and search for free movies.

3) Glen Falls
This is by far one of my favorite places in all of Buffalo! This beautiful little gem is centered right in the heart of Williamsville. You can go and explore this public park’s natural beauty up close and personal. Glen Falls is small compared to Niagara Falls but it is still breathtakingly beautiful. You can even see a smaller scale of the falls right beside the old Red Mill that has been converted into Sweet Jenny’s. Which if you have a chance and are willing to spend a few dollars Sweet Jenny’s has some of the finest homemade ice cream in all of Buffalo. Their orange chocolate is out of this world and you will surely enjoy it while continuing your walk in the park.

4) Zumba at Canalside
Nothing says summer like exercising outside by the beautiful water front. After a long stressful day at the office all you want to do is unwind. What better way to relax than to dance away your worries? Enjoy this free classe Wednesday nights for an hour session from 6-7 PM on the Boardwalk. You’ll add a little bit more pep back to your mid-week slump.

There’s plenty of free activities to enjoy around Buffalo, you just have to find the ones that best suit your needs.