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.
Noiseheads w/ The Ant Hill Kids & Colour Negative
09/29
Buffalo Iron Works
Based in Florida and rooted in a DIY ethos, Noiseheads has spent the last decade quietly becoming one of the…
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Eric Eaton
10/01
Helium Comedy Club
Eric Eaton has performed all over the United States and can be seen on the hit TV Show Masters of…
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Old Hippie Reunion
10/01
duende at Silo City
Three piece semi electric band. Keyboard, bass, acoustic guitars. Three old hippies playing music from the hippie era. Come to…
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Chris D’Elia
10/02
Helium Comedy Club
Chris D’Elia has become one of the most in-demand performers in comedy. His highly successful podcast CONGRATULATIONS WITH CHRIS D’ELIA…
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Cider Fest
10/03
Erie Basin Marina – Sully’s Harbor Bar
Our 7th annual Cider Fest is at a new home this year! Erie Basin Marina and Sully’s Harbor Bar will…
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Home Opener- Buffalo Sabres vs Chicago Blackhawks
10/03
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Sabres will host the Chicago Blackhawks for their 2026-27 home opener on Saturday, Oct. 3 at 7 p.m
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Buffalo Sabres vs Minnesota Wild
10/06
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Sabres are set to host the Minnesota Wild at the Keybank Center October 6, 2026, at 8PM
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Jerrod Carmichael On Stage In Buffalo
10/07
Helium Comedy Club
Jerrod Carmichael is an Emmy-winning comedian from Winston-Salem, NC. His most recent special, Rothaniel, can be streamed on HBO Max.…
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Buffalo Sabres vs Dallas Stars
10/08
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Sabres are set to host the Dallas Stars at the Keybank Center October 8, 2026, at 7PM
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Connor Wood
10/09
Helium Comedy Club
Connor Wood, known as fibula across his socials, launched his comedy career online with relatable rants about life in quarantine…
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Buffalo Sabres vs Utah Mammoth
10/10
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Sabres are set to host the Utah Mammoth at the Keybank Center October 10, 2026, at 7PM
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World War II: Buffalo Women on the Homefront
10/10
Buffalo & Erie County Public Library – Central Library
Join us on Saturday, October 10 at 1:00&2:00 PM in the Ring of Knowledge for the conclusion of our 2026…
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Path Through History 2026
10/11
I Love New York – New York State Division of Tourism
Travel through the moments that shaped America with Path Through History, featuring more than 700 destinations across New York State.…
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Paul Virzi
10/11
Helium Comedy Club
Paul Virzi regularly performs standup nationwide and currently hosts Paul’s Best podcast & Anything Better w/ Bill Burr. Paul’s performed worldwide, including prestigious venues…
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Buffalo Sabres vs Florida Panthers
10/12
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Sabres are set to host the Florida Panthers March 20, 2027, at the Keybank Center at 1:00PM
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NCAA Men’s Basketball Preseason Showcase
10/17
KeyBank Center
Basketball teams from St. Bonaventure, Penn State, Daemen and St. John Fisher will take the court at KeyBank Center for…
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Buffalo Sabres vs Philadelphia Flyers
10/21
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Sabres are set to host the Philadelphia Flyers at the Keybank Center October 21, 2026, at 7:30PM
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Rayna Greenberg
10/21
Helium Comedy Club
Rayna Greenberg is an entertainer and podcaster best known as the co-host of the chart-topping comedy and relationship podcast Girls…
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Kevin Nealon
10/22
Helium Comedy Club
Emmy and SAG-nominated actor, comedian, and author Kevin Nealon is best known for his nine-year stint as a cast member…
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Halloween Spooktacular 2026
10/24
Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum
The best family-friendly Halloween event in Western New York is back at Explore & More starting this weekend! Wear your…
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Charles McBee
10/28
Helium Comedy Club
Charles McBee is a NYC stand-up comedian, writer, and unapologetic 80s/’90s baby from Toledo, Ohio, serving up nostalgia with a…
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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.