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.
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Learn about the people, places and events that shaped America at our historic attractions.
Josh Wolf: Touring Hard
09/17
Helium Comedy Club
Josh Wolf is a stand-up comedian, writer, actor, and New York Times best-selling author who has been entertaining audiences both…
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A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie
09/18
KeyBank Center
Fans of hip-hop and R&B are in for an unforgettable night as chart-topping artist A Boogie Wit Da Hoodiebrings his…
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Buffalo Bisons vs Rochester Red Wings 9/18
09/18
Sahlen Field
It’s Fan Appreciation Night at Sahlen Field, presented by MGMT Reputation! The great ballpark tradition includes lucky seat GIVEAWAYS EVERY…
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Gypsy Queen
09/18
Buffalo Iron Works
Western New York’s finest veteran musicians with members from PassionWorks, Reset to Vinyl, Cock Robin, Out on the Tiles and…
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Buffalo Bisons vs Rochester Red Wings 9/19
09/19
Sahlen Field
Back by popular demand, our ‘Too Early for Halloween,’ Game includes in-game Trick or Treating. Additional Event Details are to…
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Oktoberfest Kick Off with Bergholz German Band
09/19
Hofbräuhaus Buffalo
Kick off Oktoberfest with the Bergholz German Band!
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Steve Wrigley
09/19
Helium Comedy Club
Steve Wrigley returns with a brand’new hour of gloriously nerdy stand’up. Originally from New Zealand, Steve has built a devoted…
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Buffalo Bisons vs Rochester Red Wings 9/20
09/20
Sahlen Field
Every Sunday in 2026 is a Family Funday, presented by BrightPath Kids, Each game includes a pregame Mascot Meet n’…
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Golden Girls Drag Brunch
09/20
Helium Comedy Club
Thank you for being a friend! Brunch with Dorothy’s strong wit, Blanche’s Southern charm, Rose’s hilarious stories, and Sophia’s unforgettable…
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Thundersmack
09/20
Buffalo Iron Works
Unleashing a sonic whirlwind straight from the heart of New York City’s vibrant musical landscape, Thundersmack is the brainchild of…
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Preseason- Buffalo Sabres vs Columbus Blue Jackets
09/22
KeyBank Center
Buffalo Sabres will host the Columbus Blue Jackets in an NHL preseason matchup at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York, on Sept. 22, 2026, at 7 p.m.
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Julia Leahy & Connor Willey: The Locked In Tour
09/23
Helium Comedy Club
The Locked In Tour with Julia Leahy and Connor Willey is a merging of what many are calling “the greatest…
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Bad Nerves
09/24
Buffalo Iron Works
Bad Nerves takes over Buffalo Iron Works on Thursday, September 24th! Doors open 7pm
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Crystal Marie
09/24
Helium Comedy Club
Crystal Marie is a comedian, actress, and producer, based in Los Angeles. As a stand-up comedian, Crystal performs throughout the…
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Harvest to Market: The Erie Canal’s Food Legacy
09/24
Hofbräuhaus Buffalo
Join us for a tasty experience of the Erie Canal and discover how this remarkable engineering achievement transformed not only…
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Oktoberfest LIVE German Music – Die Haus Band
09/25
Hofbräuhaus Buffalo
Oktoberfest LIVE German Music with Die Haus Band
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GRAND OPENING: Science + You
09/26
Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum
Explore & More’s brand-new Temporary Exhibit Galley will open on September 26, 2026. The first exhibit to be displayed in…
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Kids Who Rock: Glow Bash
09/26
Buffalo Iron Works
Get ready to light up the dance floor! Kids Who Rock is back with a Glow Bash featuring music, dancing,…
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Octave Cat w/ Future Joy
09/26
Buffalo Iron Works
Octave Cat is a trio of Eli Winderman (Dopapod & keyboards), Jesse Miller (Lotus & bass/modular synth) and Charlie Patierno…
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Preseason- Buffalo Sabres vs Pittsburgh Penguins
09/26
KeyBank Center
Buffalo Sabres will host the Pittsburgh Penguins in an NHL preseason matchup at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York, on Sept. 26, 2026, at 3 p.m.
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Worldwide Day of Play 2026
09/26
Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum
This global event is dedicated to experiencing joyful learning through play and focuses on getting children and their families active!
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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.