Explore Historic Buffalo & Erie County
As we mark America’s 250th anniversary, we proudly invite residents and visitors to celebrate right here in Erie County, where our country’s story has been written, challenged, and reimagined for generations. Buffalo and Erie County’s people, places, and pivotal moments have helped shape our nation’s history, from innovation and industry to movements that expanded opportunity and freedom. Throughout this yearlong celebration, discover the home of innovators, trailblazers, and history makers, and experience the rich, dynamic legacy of a region that is both uniquely historic and unmistakably American.
DIVE DEEPER INTO THE AMERICAN STORY
AMERICA’S STORIES ENDURE HERE
Learn about the people, places and events that shaped America at our historic attractions.
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Buffalo Porchfest
05/16
Elmwood Village
Buffalo Porchfest is a grassroots music festival that turns porches into stages for local bands and musicians for an afternoon!…
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Buffalo Pride Parade
06/07
Elmwood Avenue
The Pride Parade is back! So, grab your most fabulous attire and get ready for a celebration unlike any other.…
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Juneteenth Festival
06/13
Martin Luther King, Jr. Park
The Juneteenth Festival (a holiday celebrating the emancipation of those who had been enslaved in the United States) of Buffalo began in 1976 as a culturally…
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Galbini Italian Heritage Festival
07/24
Hertel Avenue – North Buffalo
Benvenuti! Welcome to the Galbani Italian Heritage Festival of Buffalo, New York. Celebrating 50 years! Our festival on Hertel Avenue will take…
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24Th Annual Puerto Rican and Hispanic Day Parade
08/15
Buffalo City Hall
Join us for the 24th Annual Puerto Rican and Hispanic Day Parade of WNY in Buffalo NY. We will march…
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National Buffalo Wing Festival
08/29
Sahlen Field
Entering its 25th year, this top event in Buffalo, is recognized as one of the best festivals in the country!…
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Borderland Music and Arts Festival
09/18
Knox Farm State Park
The Borderland Music and Arts Festival celebrates the rich history and renaissance of the region with a 3-day music and…
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Buffalo State Jazz Ensemble
04/21
Buffalo State Performing Arts Center
Join us at the Buffalo State Performing Arts Center for an evening Jazz Ensemble Concert featuring student performers from Buffalo…
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Field Medic wsg Euphoria Again
04/21
9th Ward
For ten years, singer-songwriter Kevin Patrick Sullivan has been releasing music as Field Medic that meshes the magical and the ordinary. His…
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Lamb Of God
04/21
Buffalo RiverWorks
After Dark Presents Lamb of God at Buffalo RiverWorks Age Restriction: 16+ Admitted with ID / Under 16 Admitted with…
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Al Olender
04/22
9th Ward
The weight of change taunts our periphery, smearing lipstick across a heated cheek before those lips have had a chance…
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John Legend “A Night of Songs and Stories”
04/22
Shea’s Buffalo
Legend’s live shows will feature intimate renditions of his greatest hits (“All of Me,” “Ordinary People,” “Tonight”) and fan favorites…
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King Falcon w/ Little Liar
04/22
Buffalo Iron Works
King Falcon is a New York alt-rock trio bringing guitar riffs to the front row with hook heavy songs, big…
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MARK HUMMEL w/ Anson Funderburgh
04/22
The Caz
International Blues Harmonica master, Mark Hummel is on a world tour with beloved blues guitar man Anson Funderburgh. This very…
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Open Mic Night @ Gypsy Parlor
04/22
The Gypsy Parlor
Open Mic every Wednesday 8pm-11pm hosted by MYQ Farrow – Music, Stories & Poetry 21+
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Snarky Puppy
04/22
Electric City
Snarky Puppy, the five times Grammy winning collective, “has always been a band that prioritizes the sound of the music,”…
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Student Recital – Lucas Bastos
04/22
Buffalo State Performing Arts Center
Join us in the Louis P. Ciminelli Recital Hall for an evening with Lucas Bastos, BA in Music candidate in…
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Anything is better than….Bug Day
04/23
Nietzsche’s
…is there anything better? We’re so stoked to have Rochester’s-own Bug Day Band in the club alongside Power Creep Band.…
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Lloyd Cole
04/23
Town Ballroom
Lloyd Cole is an English singer, songwriter and musician. He was lead vocalist of Lloyd Cole and the Commotions from…
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Magnolia Boulevard
04/23
Sportsmen’s Tavern
If patience is a virtue, then the current state of Magnolia Boulevard plays right into the long-held notion that sonic…
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ONLY HUMEN 40TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT
04/23
The Caz
ONLY HUMEN: 40th Anniversary Celebration!A legendary evening of music with Buffalo Music Hall Of Fame band ONLY HUMEN! Join founders…
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Vincent Antone w/ Father Figure & DJ Rhythmic Noise
04/23
Buffalo Iron Works
Vincent Antone is a producer and multi-instrumentalist based in Austin, Texas. His music blends funk, hip hop, soul, and bass…
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SHARE YOUR PHOTOS OF ERIE COUNTY’S HISTORY!
Celebrate America’s 250 and share what you discovered while you’re in town! Photos using #InTheBUF may be featured in galleries and on Visit Buffalo social media.