Buffalo

A member of the National Football League NFL, the Buffalo Bills were conference champions for four straight years in the 1990s but have had declining fortunes since then. They play their games at Ralph C. Wilson Stadium in the suburb of Orchard Park. Still, the citizens of Buffalo follow the Bills' trials and tribulations religiously during football season August through December, and home games at "the Ralph" almost always sell out.

The Buffalo Bandits have been a member of the National Lacrosse League since 1991. Buffalo's most successful sports team in recent years, the Bandits won the league championship in 1992, 1993, 1996, and 2008, as well as the championship of their division in 1994, 2004, 2006 and 2011. Games are played at the First Niagara Center downtown from December through April. Tickets to these family-friendly events are affordable and easily available.

Delaware Park

Part of the extended olmsted park system, is a large recreational park offering breathtaking views throughout the various seasons. delaware park is a popular location for running, golf, tennis, basketball and for the spectacular hoyt lake at its center. the renowned shakespeare in delaware park outdoor festival, (http://www.shakespeareind...), takes place here each summer.