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.
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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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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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National Pizza Day
02/09
Hearth + Press
Best. Day. Ever. Join us for National Pizza Day February 9th in Buffalo’s Theatre District!
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Chess @ the Silos
02/10
duende at Silo City
Monthly on every second Tuesday Free event! Custom trophy awarded to the winner! Bin Floor (stairs required for access)
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GAME NIGHT at Big Ditch
02/10
Big Ditch Brewing Company
FREE GAME NIGHT at Big Ditch Buffalo! We’re turning the Beer Hall at our Downtown Buffalo tap room into a…
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Grace Lougen and Friends
02/10
Jack Rabbit
Grace Lougen & Friends is a recurring live music residency and performance series led by Buffalo-based award-winning guitarist and songwriter…
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Mini Glow Golf at the Botanical Gardens
02/10
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Join us for a one-of-a-kind Mini Glow Golf experience set inside the magical ambiance of the Botanical Gardens. Navigate through an 18-hole…
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Noah Guthrie
02/10
The 9Th Ward
Noah Guthrie is an Americana singer-songwriter and musician hailing from South Carolina. Known for his soulful voice and heartfelt songwriting, Guthrie…
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Open Mic hosted by Tom Stahl
02/10
duende at Silo City
Show your talents on the stage at Duende with Open Mic hosted by Tom Stahl
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UB Distinguished Speakers Series: Kevin Olusola
02/10
Center for the Arts
Kevin Olusola is a genre-defying artist known for pioneering “celloboxing,” blending cello, beatboxing, and powerful vocals into a bold, modern…
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Aaron Branch
02/11
Helium Comedy Club
Aaron Branch is a comedian, writer, actor, and artist. He made his stand-up debut at just 16 years old and, six…
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Love is Love Night at the Botanical Gardens
02/11
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Enjoy a special evening of Orchids After Dark during our annual Love is Love Night! This Love Week event celebrates our region’s…
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Music Is Art Happy Hour w/ Threefold & Michael Delano Band
02/11
Jack Rabbit
Catch the Music is Art (MiA) Showcase featuring the Buffalo indie rock group Threefold and the debut of the Michael DeLano Band at Jack Rabbit.
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Spirits of The Statler
02/11
Statler Buffalo
Step inside one of Buffalo’s most iconic and haunted landmarks for an unforgettable evening of mystery, history, and psychic exploration.…
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Taproom Trivia
02/11
duende at Silo City
Have a little fun with Taproom Trivia at Duende at Silo City
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Vision & Verse
02/11
Burchfield Penney Art Center
An interactive community celebration of Black History through Art & Prose with food, music, live paintings and more at the…
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ART at the Center: Workshop for buffalo State university Students
02/12
Burchfield Penney Art Center
Explore the Burchfield Penney Art Center and discover where art, ideas, and inspiration come together. Exhibition tours, activities in galleries,…
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Bob Marley Birthday Celebration
02/12
Kerns Avenue Bowling Center
Bob Marley Birthday Celebration Hosted by Kim, Music by DJ Papa Trini Doc Thomas Jerk Chicken on menu, Kitchen will…
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Carter Anderson
02/12
Helium Comedy Club
Carter Anderson is a comedian, social creator, and actor originally from San Antonio but now in New York. He got…
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