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Independent Health Silo Stair Climb — September 6
September 6 @ 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
📅 Climb Date September 6 Sunday | ⏰ Climb Hours 12 – 6 PM Sessions on the hour |
🪖 The Climb 162+ Steps Guided tour · Ages 9+ | 💰 Admission FREE Thanks to Independent Health |
✨ Climb Highlights
| Guided climb of 162+ steps to the top of the Labatt Blue silos | The Climb |
| Panoramic views of the Buffalo waterfront and skyline from above | Views |
| Narrated history of RiverWorks, the GLF silos and the Buffalo River | History |
| Admission is completely FREE thanks to Independent Health | Free |
⏰ Session Start Times · Sunday, September 6
| 12:00 PM1 hr | 1:00 PM1 hr |
| 2:00 PM1 hr | 3:00 PM1 hr |
| 4:00 PM1 hr | 5:00 PM1 hr |
| 6:00 PM1 hr | |
Each climb is a guided, hour-long tour. Choose your start time when you reserve.
🍎 About the Climb
An unforgettable perspective of the city
Climb 162 steps through one of the historic Buffalo RiverWorks silos and take in panoramic views of the Buffalo waterfront and skyline from above. Your guide shares the story of RiverWorks, the GLF silos and the Buffalo River along the way. Whether you’re looking for a fun weekend activity, a great workout, or the perfect photo opportunity, the Silo Stair Climb offers an unforgettable perspective of the city.
🎉 FREE Admission · Ages 9+ · Check-In at the Red Adventure Lodge Sessions start on the hour, 12 PM through 6 PM. Choose yours when you reserve. 🎟️ Reserve Your Spot |
🎟️ How much does it cost? ▼ Admission is completely FREE thanks to Independent Health. Reserve your spot in advance so we can hold a place for you in a guided climb session.
⏰ What time are the climbs? ▼ Guided sessions start on the hour on Sunday, September 6, from 12:00 PM through 6:00 PM. Each session lasts about an hour. Pick the start time that works for you when you reserve.
Check-in is at the Red Adventure Lodge, water side, behind the Ferris wheel and next to the climbing wall. Please arrive a few minutes before your session start time.
🪖 What is the climb like? ▼ You’ll climb more than 162 steps to the top of the Labatt Blue silos on a guided tour, with narration on the history of RiverWorks, the GLF silos, the Buffalo River and Buffalo’s industrial expansion in the early 1900s. It’s a vigorous workout that pays off with panoramic views of the waterfront and skyline.
👟 Is there an age requirement? What should I wear? ▼ The climb is open to ages 9 and up. Wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes you can climb stairs in.
🍎 I’m an Independent Health member. Anything to do? ▼ Yes! Be sure to let us know during registration by checking the Independent Health Member box.
📅 What are all the 2026 climb dates? ▼ August 8 & 9, August 29 & 30, September 5 & 6, and September 26 & 27, 2026. Every climb day runs 12 PM to 6 PM. See them all on the Silo Stair Climb page.
