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.
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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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Buffalo Fashion Runway – Black Carpet III
02/28
Shea’s Buffalo
Produced by Buffalo Fashion Runway, this immersive event transforms the historic Shea’s stage and auditorium into a dynamic environment where…
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Dyngus Day Parade
04/06
Historic Polonia District
Welcome to Dyngus Day USA & Dyngus Day Buffalo…The Dyngus Day Capital of the World! Dyngus Day, the annual post-Lenten…
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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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Allentown Art Festival
06/13
Allentown Historic Preservation District
The Allentown Art Festival continues to be a beloved tradition in Western New York since 1958, featuring the exceptional talent…
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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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Taste of Buffalo
07/11
Niagara Square
The Taste of Buffalo, presented by Tops, is the largest two-day food festival in the United States. It began in…
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Garden Walk Buffalo
07/25
Buffalo, NY
America’s largest garden tour is back! Hundreds of creative and gracious gardeners are looking forward to seeing you again &…
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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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29th Annual Cabin Fever Antiques Show & Sale
02/28
American Legion Post 1451
Popular 29th Annual Western New York Show featuring antiques and high quality collectibles. $5 admission. Free parking. Handicapped accessible. Food…
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Après Ski 2026
02/28
Rec Room Buffalo
This one night only celebration is a winter wonderland where glam meets the slopes, transforming Rec Room into an Alpine…
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Bingo Loco Presents: Hip-Hop Bingo Music Trivia
02/28
Electric City
We’ve flipped the traditional game of Name That Song on its head and turned it into a 2.5-hour long interactive stage…
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ComedySportz Buffalo Match!
02/28
Buffalo Comedy Collective
ComedySportz is our flagship show where improvisational comedy is played as a sport. Our high-energy, short-form improv show has two…
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DAN SODER: THE GOLDEN RETRIEVER OF COMEDY TOUR
02/28
Buffalo State Performing Arts Center
Dan Soder is a stand-up comedian, actor, and radio personality known for his sharp wit and effortless storytelling. His latest projects…
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Dancing & Romancing
02/28
Kleinhans Music Hall
Broadway and Hollywood combine for a romantic and entertaining evening of song and dance inspired by the likes of Fred…
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Delaware Avenue Mansions Exterior Walking Tour
02/28
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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Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Musical
02/28
Theatre of Youth
Diary of a Wimpy KidBook by Kevin del AguilaMusic & Lyrics by Michael Mahler and Alan SchmucklerBased on the “Diary…
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Dinner and a Movie Series: The Five-Year Engagement
02/28
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
In this unique cinematic dining experience inspired by Dine In, guests are invited to enjoy a multi-course meal inspired by…
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Eric Weinholtz & His Band Album Release Party
02/28
Nietzsche’s
Eric Weinholtz & his band are going to be putting on a full Album Release Show for his “Same Old…
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Espresso Martini Fest
02/28
Seneca One
What’s better than espresso martinis, shopping, food, entertainment, and all the good vibes?Who will have the best espresso martini in…
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God of Carnage
02/28
Shea’s Smith Theatre
Get ready for Second Generation Theatre Company’s Production of “God of Carnage” at Shea’s Buffalo February 27-March 15!
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Ice at Canalside
02/28
Canalside
Celebrate the magic of winter at Ice at Canalside, returning for its 12th season as the largest outdoor rink in…
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Improv Jam!
02/28
Buffalo Comedy Collective
Join us for an hour of making scenes, friends, and memories! Drop your name in the bucket to be paired…
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Kids’ Saturday Clay Studio
02/28
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Get ready to get messy! Join us for a weekly clay studio just for kids. In this class, your child…
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