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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Galbini Italian Heritage Festival
07/24
Hertel Avenue – North Buffalo
Benvenuti! Welcome to the Galbani Italian Heritage Festival of Buffalo, New York. Celebrating 50 years! Our festival on Hertel Avenue will take…
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Polish American Arts Festival
07/24
Cheektowaga Town Park
A weekend celebrating the rich Polish heritage found in Western New York. The Festival will be held at the Cheektowaga…
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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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716 Celebrates: Stars, Stripes & Signers
08/02
Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park
716 Celebrates: Stars, Stripes & Signers transforms Buffalo’s waterfront into a full day patriotic festival experience honoring America’s 250th Anniversary.…
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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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Hamburg Oktoberfest 2026
09/19
Hamburg Memorial Park
Hamburg Oktoberfest is an authentic German festival that features beer, food, wine, music, dancing and live entertainment. This annual event is held in…
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2nd Annual Car Show
07/23
SS. Peter & Paul Catholic School
Car Show at the Lawn Fete! $20 per car (includes FREE drink ticket with registration)Prizes for Best Car & Best Truck 50/50…
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Canalside Walking Tour 10:30am
07/23
Waterway of Change Museum – Longshed at Canalside
Celebrate the Bicentennial of the Erie Canal’s completion with a walking tour of Canalside – the original western terminus of…
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Choreo & Cocktails: TAYLOR SWIFT NIGHT
07/23
Buffalo Iron Works
Choreo & Cocktails is a themed dance experience where guests learn choreography inspired by the music of the night while…
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Delaware Park & Frederick Law Olmsted in Buffalo by Bike
07/23
The Richardson Hotel
The father of the public park movement in America, Frederick Law Olmsted (FLO) was brought to Buffalo in 1868 for…
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Dirty Blanket + Public Water Supply
07/23
duende at Silo City
Join us at Duende for a legendary hoedown thrown by two of NY’s hottest independent bands. Bluegrass heroes Dirty Blanket…
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Doo:wëh: Seneca History of Buffalo Downtown Walking Tour 1pm
07/23
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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Eliza and the Fishercats
07/23
Buffalo Olde Brewery
Fresh sounds, lively energy, and great beer Eliza and the Fisher Cats make Thursday night at the brewery one to…
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HIP MONARCH w/ WULG
07/23
The Caz
Hip Monarch delivers big-hearted alt-rock with bluesy undertones and infectious energy. Their songs mix grit, melody, and emotion built for…
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Hallwalls 52nd Annual Members Exhibition
07/23
Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center
For the 52nd year in a row, Hallwalls presents an exhibition of work by our participating Members. Works include paintings,…
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Kids’ Summer Studio: Rainbow Prints (Ages 5-7)
07/23
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Young artists will create high-contrast prints using black ink on a bright, multi-colored background.
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Little Cake Jazz
07/23
PAUSA Art House
Little cake (Ana Vafai), vocals, Michael McNeill, piano, Dave Phillips, drums, James Benders, bass Little cake is a local songwriter…
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