Upcoming & Annual Events in Buffalo
Buffalo loves a good party. And good food. And being outside. We love traditions, parades and annual events – the days that bring together locals, homesick ex-pats and hip visitors who have picked up on Buffalo’s fun-loving vibe. Now it’s your turn to party like a local. Plan your trip around one of Buffalo’s signature events.
Things to Do Today in Buffalo
In Buffalo, there’s always something fun and exciting happening. Check out what’s going on today.
More ExperiencesBuffalo Signature Events
Traditions are big in Buffalo. Attend an iconic annual event and have a quintessential Buffalo experience.
See all of Buffalo’s signature eventsThings to Do This Weekend in Buffalo
There’s nothing Buffalo loves more than a fun way to wrap up the work week — so get out this weekend and join the fun!
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Goo Goo Dolls
11/20 – 11/21
Town Ballroom
Formed by John Rzeznik and Robby Takac in Buffalo, NY during 1986, Goo Goo Dolls have quietly broken records, contributed…
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Ice Skating at Canalside
11/20 – 02/28
Canalside Buffalo
Lace up your skates and come chill with us at the Ice presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield! Open…
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Kawaii Rave
11/20
Electric City
Kawaii Rave is an anime-inspired dance party and immersive rave experience where fandom, music, and self-expression collide. Get ready for a…
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Kody & Herren Live at Still On The Hill Winery & Spirits 11/20
11/20
Still On The Hill Winery & Spirits
Kody & Herren perform live at Still On The Hill Winery & Spirits in Springville, NY on Friday November 20th…
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M&T Third Friday
11/20 – 02/19
Buffalo History Museum
Join us on M&T Third Friday for free admission from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.! Discover Western New York’s rich…
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Poinsettia Exhibit at the Botanical Gardens
11/20 – 01/04
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
The holidays are here, and so is our annual Poinsettia Exhibit! Step into the warm embrace of our tropical conservatory,…
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Rezzentialz Music Fest
11/20
Showplace Theater
Dakota bear is a treaty 6 born,coast salish based indigenous hip- hop artist and activist.His rhymes carry stories of indigenous…
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The Carolyn Lansom Sextet
11/20
PAUSA Art House
The Carolyn Lansom Sextet will provide a captivating performance of timeless jazz standards from the Great American Songbook, alongside original…
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The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
11/20 – 11/22
Center for the Arts
As the half-blood son of a Greek god, Percy Jackson has newly-discovered powers he can’t control, a destiny he doesn’t…
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Tipsy Crafts: Tipsy Takeover with Bricks 716 (Ages 21+)
11/20
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Click, snap, and sip! We’re turning the studio over to the local master builders at Bricks 716 for a nostalgic,…
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Delaware Avenue Mansions Exterior Walking Tour 3:30pm
11/21
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
The richest of the rich in Buffalo put their wealth on full display on this section of Delaware Avenue, home…
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Frankie & Johnnie
11/21
West Falls Center for the Arts
Frankie and Johnnie…! Taking you on a musical journey of creative interpretation of songs from the 50’s through the 80’s…
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Holiday Card Linocut Workshop at the Botanical Gardens
11/21
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Explore linocut printmaking! Use carving tools to create your own unique rubber print block and Holiday Card. Discover this century…
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Matt Rife: Stay Golden World Tour
11/21
KeyBank Center
Today, record-breaking comedian Matt Rife announced an extension of his highly successful Stay Golden World Tour, with a run of 40+ new dates…
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Murder Mystery at the Richardson Hotel
11/21 – 01/08
The Richardson Hotel
Join us at the historic Richardson Hotel for a night of intrigue, set against the backdrop of the 1901 Pan-American…
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Refillable Sketchbook
11/21
Western New York Book Arts Center
Hands-on refillable sketchbook art class in the Book Arts studio! Make a sturdy travel journal that you can refill with…
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Shea’s Winter Wonderland
11/21
Shea’s Buffalo
Shea’s Winter Wonderland Returns! Join us on Saturday, November 21, from noon to 3 PM for festive performances, photos…
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Shrek Drag Brunch
11/21
Helium Comedy Club
Get ready to venture far, far away for a fabulously filthy Shrek Drag Brunch! Expect ogre-sized performances, fairytale realness, and…
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Still Rock ‘n’ Roll: Billy Joel Tribute
11/21
Lancaster Opera House
Still Rock’n Roll is a high-octane, “Main Event” tribute to the Piano Man, starring the incomparable Leo Frantz. Known throughout…
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THE PIGEON GETS A BIG TIME HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA
11/21 – 12/19
Theatre of Youth (TOY)
Rolling World PremiereBased on Books and Characters by Mo WillemsScript and Lyrics by Mo Willems and Adam TobinMusic by Deborah…
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The “Let’s Explore Elmwood” Frolic Tour
11/21 – 12/05
Forty Thieves
Discover the vibrant pulse of Buffalo on this guided food, drink, shopping and walking tour of Buffalo’s Elmwood Village while…
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The Hot Club of Buffalo
11/21
PAUSA Art House
The Hot Club of Buffalo is a 4-piece World and Gypsy Jazz band and 7-time winner of Jazz Buffalo’s, “Best…
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