Buffalo Naval Park

Free Movie Screening: No Mail, Low Morale
2026-02-19 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Buffalo Naval Park: Hangar Building, 1 Naval Park Cove, Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States

USS The Sullivans St. Patrick's Day Celebration 2026
2026-03-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Buffalo Naval Park, United States
Celebrate an early St. Patrick’s Day at the Buffalo Naval Park and support one of Buffalo’s most iconic ships.
Step aboard USS The Sullivans for a spirited evening that blends great food, good company, and a one of a kind setting. Since World War II, the ship has proudly displayed shamrocks in honor of the Irish heritage of the five Sullivan brothers. For one night, that tradition takes center stage as the ship is dressed in green for a memorable waterfront celebration.
Your evening includes a classic corned beef and cabbage dinner, beer, wine, and soft drinks, all served in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Before and after dinner, guests are invited to explore the ship at their own pace, join guided tours, and try their luck in raffles throughout the evening.
As you move through the ship, our staff and volunteer docents will share stories about the Sullivan brothers, the ship’s remarkable service history, and the ongoing preservation work underway to ensure USS The Sullivans remains part of Buffalo’s waterfront for generations to come.
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Dinner, reception, and open house style tours of USS The Sullivans
7:15 PM: Short program and preservation update
Tours will run continuously between 5:00 and 7:00 PM, allowing guests to dine, mingle, and explore at their own pace. Some areas of the ship remain closed due to active preservation and maintenance work, but staff and docents will be stationed throughout the ship to answer questions and provide behind the scenes insight into the restoration effort.
USS The Sullivans DD-537 served in World War II, the Korean War, and the Cold War and is a National Historic Landmark. Named for the five Sullivan brothers who were lost together aboard USS Juneau in November 1942, the ship stands as both a symbol of sacrifice and a living piece of American history.
This is not just a dinner. It’s a night out, a tradition, and a chance to support the preservation of a ship that means so much to Buffalo. Come hungry, wear a little green, and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day aboard USS The Sullivans.

POSTPONED: Opening Day
2026-03-14 09:30 - 17:00 | Buffalo Naval Park, United States
UPDATE: Due to the forecasted weather conditions, the Buffalo Naval Park’s Opening Day has been POSTPONED. Please stay tuned for additional details.
Join the Buffalo Naval Park on our opening day!
Saturday, March 14Ribbon cutting ceremony at 9:30AM near the entrance of USS The Sullivans.
The Buffalo Naval Park will be open Wednesday through Sunday from 10AM to 5PM, with the last ticket sold at 4PM. The Buffalo Naval Park will be open 7 days a week beginning on May 1.

Behind the Scenes Curator Tour
2026-03-22 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-04-05 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-04-19 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-05-03 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-05-17 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-05-24 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-06-07 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-06-21 13:30 - 15:30 and 3 more dates | Buffalo Naval Park, United States
Join the Buffalo Naval and Military Park’s Curator and Director of Museum Collections, Shane Stephenson, for a special behind the scenes tour of USS Little Rock, the last remaining Cleveland-class cruiser in the world.
This tour will give an in-depth look at our ships as artifacts and highlight some of the challenges in preserving them for future generations. You’ll visit spaces aboard USS Little Rock and USS The Sullivans that are not available on any other tour.
Each tour will last approximately 2 hours and will be limited to 11 people. When touring most areas of the ship, visitors should expect to traverse narrow passageways, be able to step over significantly raised thresholds, and climb up and down very steep ladders. We recommend that you wear comfortable clothes, closed-toe shoes, and bring a flashlight.
Due to the length of the tour and the spaces that will be visited, the Curator tour is for ages 11 and older.
Curator Tours will take place at 1:30 PM.
Click here to purchase your tickets!

National Vietnam War Veterans Day Ceremony
2026-03-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Buffalo Naval Park, United States
On March 29, the Buffalo Naval Park will host a ceremony at 11:00 AM to honor National Vietnam War Veterans Day.
This event is free and open to the public.

Overnight Youth Encampment
2026-04-11 16:00 | Buffalo Naval Park, United States
Sat. April 11 @ 4:00 PM – Sun. April 12 @ 10:00 AM
Spend the night aboard USS Little Rock! Our overnight youth encampment is a unique adventure for scouts, youth groups, friends, and families.
During your overnight encampment, you will:
• Sleep in berthing compartments where the real Little Rock crew lived;
• Enjoy dinner and breakfast in the crew’s Mess Deck;
• Tour the USS Little Rock, USS The Sullivans, and USS Croaker;
• Participate in educational programs and activities to learn about life onboard ship (educational programs may vary).
Visit buffalonavalpark.org/overnight for additional information.

National Borinqueneers Day Commemoration
2026-04-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Buffalo Naval Park's Monuments Garden, 1 Naval Park Cove, Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States
On April 13, the Buffalo Naval Park will host a ceremony near the WNY Hispanic American Veterans Memorial at 12:00 PM to honor National Borinqueneers Day. The designation of April 13 as National Borinqueneers Day recognizes the bravery, service, and sacrifice of the 65th Infantry Regiment, a U.S. Army unit that consisted mostly of soldiers from Puerto Rico. They fought in World War I, World War II, and Korea.
This outdoor event is free and open to the public.

Overnight Youth Encampment
2026-04-18 16:00 | Buffalo Naval Park, United States
Sat. April 18 @ 4:00 PM – Sun. April 19 @ 10:00 AM
Spend the night aboard USS Little Rock! Our overnight youth encampment is a unique adventure for scouts, youth groups, friends, and families.
During your overnight encampment, you will:
• Sleep in berthing compartments where the real Little Rock crew lived;
• Enjoy dinner and breakfast in the crew’s Mess Deck;
• Tour the USS Little Rock, USS The Sullivans, and USS Croaker;
• Participate in educational programs and activities to learn about life onboard ship (educational programs may vary).
Visit buffalonavalpark.org/overnight for additional information.

Overnight Youth Encampment
2026-04-25 16:00 | Buffalo Naval Park, United States
Sat. April 25 @ 4:00 PM – Sun. April 26 @ 10:00 AM
Spend the night aboard USS Little Rock! Our overnight youth encampment is a unique adventure for scouts, youth groups, friends, and families.
During your overnight encampment, you will:
• Sleep in berthing compartments where the real Little Rock crew lived;
• Enjoy dinner and breakfast in the crew’s Mess Deck;
• Tour the USS Little Rock, USS The Sullivans, and USS Croaker;
• Participate in educational programs and activities to learn about life onboard ship (educational programs may vary).
Visit buffalonavalpark.org/overnight for additional information.

Overnight Youth Encampment
2026-05-02 16:00 | Buffalo Naval Park, United States
Sat. May 2 @ 4:00 PM – Sun. May 3 @ 10:00 AM
Spend the night aboard USS Little Rock! Our overnight youth encampment is a unique adventure for scouts, youth groups, friends, and families.
During your overnight encampment, you will:
• Sleep in berthing compartments where the real Little Rock crew lived;
• Enjoy dinner and breakfast in the crew’s Mess Deck;
• Tour the USS Little Rock, USS The Sullivans, and USS Croaker;
• Participate in educational programs and activities to learn about life onboard ship (educational programs may vary).
Visit buffalonavalpark.org/overnight for additional information.

Last Day to Order Geraniums for Mother's Day Flower Sale
2026-05-04 | Buffalo Naval Park, United States
The Buffalo Naval Park is hosting an online geranium sale just in time for spring and Mother’s Day.3-inch pots of patriot red, white, or lavender blue geraniums and single spikes are available for $3.75 per plant or $54 per flat (20 plants). 12-inch patio hanging baskets of geraniums with or without a spike in the middle are available for $33 each. All flowers are supplied by Agle Farm. Curbside pick-up is available on Marine Drive in front of the Buffalo Naval & Military Park on Friday, May 8 from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM and on Saturday, May 9 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. You can also donate a flat to the Buffalo Naval Park to be planted on the grounds by our landscape volunteers.Pre-sale Only; Orders are due by Monday, May 4. Purchase flowers here to support the Buffalo Naval Park! Flowers must be picked up in person. If you are unable to pick up your flowers, you may designate someone to pick them up on your behalf. No flowers will be shipped.If you have any questions or would like to order over the phone, please call 716-847-1773, ext. 27.All sales are final. We appreciate your support!

Mother's Day Flower Sale Pick Up
2026-05-08 13:00 - 18:00 | Buffalo Naval Park, United States
The Buffalo Naval Park is hosting an online geranium sale just in time for spring and Mother’s Day.3.5-inch pots of patriot red, white, or lavender blue geraniums and single spikes are available for $3.75 per plant or $54 per flat (20 plants). 12-inch patio hanging baskets of geraniums with or without a spike in the middle are available for $33 each. All flowers are supplied by Agle Farm. Curbside pick-up is available on Marine Drive in front of the Buffalo Naval Park on Friday, May 8 from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM and on Saturday, May 9 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Pre-sale Only; Orders are due by Monday, May 4. Purchase flowers here to support the Buffalo Naval Park! Flowers must be picked up in person. If you are unable to pick up your flowers, you may designate someone to pick them up on your behalf. No flowers will be shipped.If you have any questions or would like to order over the phone, please call 716-847-1773, ext. 27.All sales are final. We appreciate your support!

Mother's Day Flower Sale Pick Up
2026-05-09 10:00 - 15:00 | Buffalo Naval Park, United States
The Buffalo Naval Park is hosting an online geranium sale just in time for spring and Mother’s Day.3-inch pots of patriot red, white, or lavender blue geraniums and single spikes are available for $3.75 per plant or $54 per flat (20 plants). 12-inch patio hanging baskets of geraniums with or without a spike in the middle are available for $33 each. All flowers are supplied by Agle Farm. Curbside pick-up is available on Marine Drive in front of the Buffalo Naval Park on Friday, May 8 from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM and on Saturday, May 9 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Pre-sale Only; Orders are due by Monday, May 4. Purchase flowers here to support the Buffalo Naval Park! Flowers must be picked up in person. If you are unable to pick up your flowers, you may designate someone to pick them up on your behalf. No flowers will be shipped.If you have any questions or would like to order over the phone, please call 716-847-1773, ext. 27.All sales are final. We appreciate your support!

Overnight Youth Encampment
2026-05-09 16:00 | Buffalo Naval Park, United States
Sat. May 9 @ 4:00 PM – Sun. May 10 @ 10:00 AM
Spend the night aboard USS Little Rock! Our overnight youth encampment is a unique adventure for scouts, youth groups, friends, and families.
During your overnight encampment, you will:
• Sleep in berthing compartments where the real Little Rock crew lived;
• Enjoy dinner and breakfast in the crew’s Mess Deck;
• Tour the USS Little Rock, USS The Sullivans, and USS Croaker;
• Participate in educational programs and activities to learn about life onboard ship (educational programs may vary).
Visit buffalonavalpark.org/overnight for additional information.

Overnight Youth Encampment
2026-05-16 16:00 | Buffalo Naval Park, United States
Sat. May 16 @ 4:00 PM – Sun. May 17 @ 10:00 AM
Spend the night aboard USS Little Rock! Our overnight youth encampment is a unique adventure for scouts, youth groups, friends, and families.
During your overnight encampment, you will:
• Sleep in berthing compartments where the real Little Rock crew lived;
• Enjoy dinner and breakfast in the crew’s Mess Deck;
• Tour the USS Little Rock, USS The Sullivans, and USS Croaker;
• Participate in educational programs and activities to learn about life onboard ship (educational programs may vary).
Visit buffalonavalpark.org/overnight for additional information.

Overnight Youth Encampment
2026-05-23 16:00 | Buffalo Naval Park, United States
Sat. May 23 @ 4:00 PM – Sun. May 24 @ 10:00 AM
Spend the night aboard USS Little Rock! Our overnight youth encampment is a unique adventure for scouts, youth groups, friends, and families.
During your overnight encampment, you will:
• Sleep in berthing compartments where the real Little Rock crew lived;
• Enjoy dinner and breakfast in the crew’s Mess Deck;
• Tour the USS Little Rock, USS The Sullivans, and USS Croaker;
• Participate in educational programs and activities to learn about life onboard ship (educational programs may vary).
Visit buffalonavalpark.org/overnight for additional information.

Overnight Youth Encampment
2026-05-30 16:00 | Buffalo Naval Park, United States
Sat. May 30 @ 4:00 PM – Sun. May 31 @ 10:00 AM
Spend the night aboard USS Little Rock! Our overnight youth encampment is a unique adventure for scouts, youth groups, friends, and families.
During your overnight encampment, you will:
• Sleep in berthing compartments where the real Little Rock crew lived;
• Enjoy dinner and breakfast in the crew’s Mess Deck;
• Tour the USS Little Rock, USS The Sullivans, and USS Croaker;
• Participate in educational programs and activities to learn about life onboard ship (educational programs may vary).
Visit buffalonavalpark.org/overnight for additional information.

Overnight Youth Encampment
2026-06-06 16:00 | Buffalo Naval Park, United States
Sat. June 6 @ 4:00 PM – Sun. June 7 @ 10:00 AM
Spend the night aboard USS Little Rock! Our overnight youth encampment is a unique adventure for scouts, youth groups, friends, and families.
During your overnight encampment, you will:
• Sleep in berthing compartments where the real Little Rock crew lived;
• Enjoy dinner and breakfast in the crew’s Mess Deck;
• Tour the USS Little Rock, USS The Sullivans, and USS Croaker;
• Participate in educational programs and activities to learn about life onboard ship (educational programs may vary).
Visit buffalonavalpark.org/overnight for additional information.

Overnight Youth Encampment
2026-06-13 16:00 | Buffalo Naval Park, United States
Sat. June 13 @ 4:00 PM – Sun. June 14 @ 10:00 AM
Spend the night aboard USS Little Rock! Our overnight youth encampment is a unique adventure for scouts, youth groups, friends, and families.
During your overnight encampment, you will:
• Sleep in berthing compartments where the real Little Rock crew lived;
• Enjoy dinner and breakfast in the crew’s Mess Deck;
• Tour the USS Little Rock, USS The Sullivans, and USS Croaker;
• Participate in educational programs and activities to learn about life onboard ship (educational programs may vary).
Visit buffalonavalpark.org/overnight for additional information.

Overnight Youth Encampment
2026-06-20 16:00 | Buffalo Naval Park, United States
Sat. June 20 @ 4:00 PM – Sun. June 21 @ 10:00 AM
Spend the night aboard USS Little Rock! Our overnight youth encampment is a unique adventure for scouts, youth groups, friends, and families.
During your overnight encampment, you will:
• Sleep in berthing compartments where the real Little Rock crew lived;
• Enjoy dinner and breakfast in the crew’s Mess Deck;
• Tour the USS Little Rock, USS The Sullivans, and USS Croaker;
• Participate in educational programs and activities to learn about life onboard ship (educational programs may vary).
Visit buffalonavalpark.org/overnight for additional information.
