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
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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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Afro Sankofa Festival at AKG
08/07
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Celebrate the Global African Diaspora! A Cultural vibrant day festival full of music, fashion, dance, education, art, food, and community!…
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Erie County Fair 2026
08/12
Fairgrounds in Hamburg
The Erie County Fair, held annually, is the largest fair of its kind in New York State, and the 3rd…
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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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10th Annual Beau Fleuve Music & Arts Celebration
08/23
Silo City
For the past decade, Beau Fleuve has grown from a bold cultural vision into one of theNortheast’s most respected and…
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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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Music Is Art Festival 2026
09/12
Buffalo’s Outer Harbor – Terminal B
The Music is Art Festival will return for its 24th year on September 12, 2026. Founded by Goo Goo Dolls…
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Buffalo Bills vs. Detroit Lions – Home Opener at New Highmark Stadium
09/17
Highmark Stadium
The Buffalo Bills and Detroit Lions square off in Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season on Thursday, September 17,…
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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 to Niagara Ride with Buffalo Bike Tours
08/03
Buffalo Bike Tours
Join our Buffalo To Niagara Falls tour on e-bikes and explore Niagara Falls while enjoying a scenic ride. Our expert…
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Dino Discovery Day Camps
08/03
Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum
Get ready for a roaring good week at Explore & More! Dino Discovery campers will do all things dinosaur-themed this…
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Doo:wëh: Seneca History of Buffalo Downtown Walking Tour 10am
08/03
Fountain Plaza
Došo:wëh is the name for Buffalo in the language of the Onödowa’ga:’ or Seneca people, who have called Western New York home…
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Slow Roll Buffalo at The Buffalo Zoo
08/03
Buffalo Zoo
Slow Roll Buffalo Monday Night Community Rides connect communities through guided rides for bicyclists of all ages and skill levels,…
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Taste of Clarence & Cruise Night
08/03
Clarence Town Park
Join Us for the 22nd Annual Taste of Clarence, Cruise Night, & The Return of Our Clarence Idol Singing Competition!Mark…
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The History Ride with Buffalo Bike Tours
08/03
Buffalo Bike Tours
Immerse yourself in Buffalo’s rich history and architecture by bike. Far from just a boring history lesson, this tour brings…
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The Waterfront Ride with Buffalo Bike Tours
08/03
Buffalo Bike Tours
Take in gorgeous views of the Niagara River, Buffalo River, Erie Canal, and Lake Erie while cycling through its rich…
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Wing Ride with Buffalo Bike Tours
08/03
Buffalo Bike Tours
Earn your wings on this fresh Buffalo food tour with samples of Buffalo’s tastiest chicken wings. On this incredible journey,…
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ASO Summer Concert
08/04
Island Park
Join us for a free family-friendly summer tradition! Our annual outdoor summer concert will feature a medley of favorites, including…
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Allentown Historic Homes Walking Tour
08/04
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
This walking tour in the historic Allentown neighborhood focuses on residential architecture of the mid-nineteenth century. Two of Allentown’s most…
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Fruition – Something More Tour
08/04
Sportsmen’s Tavern
Fruition brings their “Something More” tour to Buffalo, NY Doors open 5pm, Show starts at 7pm
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Holy Roller
08/04
The 9th Ward
“Holy Roller? More like holy sh**!” That’s the review according to Nashville’s multi-Grammy award winning songwriter, Jim Lauderdale. The Richmond,…
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Lancaster Village Walking Tour
08/04
Lancaster Historical Society
One of the most charming village centers in Erie County, Lancaster has a wealth of historic commercial and residential architecture,…
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MAKE ME SMILE – A Chicago Tribute
08/04
The Caz
Introducing the HOTTEST group hitting WNY in 2026 ..MAKE ME SMILE – a Chicago Tribute,. MAKE ME SMILE has captured…
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Movie Nights at Terminal B
08/04
Terminal B at the Outer Harbor
Looking for a fun way to relax with the family? Bring them down to Terminal B on August 4th, August…
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Reaching for the Skies: The Tall Buildings Tour 10am
08/04
Downtown Buffalo
Beginning in 1841 when tall buildings were just four or five stories, this tour visits fifteen of downtown Buffalo’s iconic…
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