BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Saturday should be a great day for this morning's kickoff of Canalside's Boardwalk Carnival, but make sure you have your sunscreen and bring some extra water.

There will be rides, games and activities for kids as well as food, a beer tent and live entertainment.

The festival goes until 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Memorial Day.

Admission is free, though you have to buy tickets for the rides.

The summer's first Saturday artisan market also runs till five at Canalside today.

For more information, visit their website.