BUFFALO — In celebration of the movie release of “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows” — which was partially filmed in the Queen City — Be a NY Ninja Day will be held on June 4 at Buffalo Harbor State Park.
The free family-friendly event for kids will be held from 10 a.m. – noon, featuring an American Ninja course provided by Hybrid Fitness, giveaways, a mini zoo featuring turtles and tortoises from the popular Nickel City Reptiles and Exotics, and a grand prize raffle with “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows” movie passes and special studio items.
In the latest Ninja Turtles movie, Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello and Michelangelo return to the big screen to battle bigger, badder villains. The movie includes scenes filmed on location in Buffalo. Be a NY Ninja Day events are also being held June 4 at four state parks in New York City: Riverbank, Roberto Clemente, and East River State Parks, and Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve.
“State Parks are the perfect setting for kids to stay healthy by remaining active and to forge an interest in nature,” said State Parks Commissioner Rose Harvey. “Here at Buffalo Harbor, we are delighted to add to the exciting spring and summer programs planned this season by hosting a fun hands-on turtle-themed event for the local community.”
The newest state park in the system, Buffalo Harbor State Park is the first state park in the city of Buffalo. Boasting beautiful views of Lake Erie, the park is home to a nautical-based playground, boat launches, pavilions, a 1,000-slip marina, personal watercraft launches, a newly-renovated restaurant, boat and kayak rentals and more. The park is located at 1111 Fuhrmann Blvd.
For additional information about the park or the event, please call (716) 822-1207
