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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Doors Open Buffalo
09/26
Buffalo Visitor Center
About Doors Open Buffalo: Doors Open Buffalo, Explore Buffalo’s signature annual event, is a day of free public access to architecturally…
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Fall Fest at Canalside
09/26
Canalside Buffalo
Don’t miss out on this spooky and festive FREE day of family fun! Vendors: Barb’s Book Buddies Buffalo History Museum Frost Bakery…
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Fall Fest!
09/26
Como Lake Park
Save the Date! Our annual Erie County Parks, Recreation & Forestry Fall Fest will be held on Saturday, September 26…
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90’s Brunch W/ Ed Wyner
09/20
Jack Rabbit
The 90’s Brunch with Ed Wyner is a recurring live music event held at Jack Rabbit in Buffalo, NY. Ed Wyner…
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9th Year Anniversary Drag Brunch
09/20
w xyz Bar + Lounge
Celebrate 9 fabulous years of Buffalo’s Original Drag Brunch at W XYZ Bar at 500 Pearl! Join host Keke Velasquez…
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Best of Buffalo Downtown Walking Tour 1pm
09/20
Hotel At The Lafayette
Join us for a downtown walking tour of the best of Buffalo architecture and history! The buildings included on this…
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Big Sandy and His Fly-Rite Boys
09/20
Sportsmen’s Tavern
Big Sandy and His Fly-Rite BoysSince forming in 1988 in Southern California, Big Sandy and His Fly-Rite Boys have become…
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Buffalo Bisons vs Rochester Red Wings 9/20
09/20
Sahlen Field
Every Sunday in 2026 is a Family Funday, presented by BrightPath Kids, Each game includes a pregame Mascot Meet n’…
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Delaware Avenue Mansions Exterior Walking Tour 1pm
09/20
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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Delaware Park: Hoyt Lake Walking Tour 10AM
09/20
Delaware Park
Built as one of Frederick Law Olmsted’s original Buffalo parks by the early 1870s, Delaware Park is the largest park in…
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Dog Days of Kenmore 2026
09/20
Mang Park
Dog Days of Kenmore is back – and we’re working to make 2026 our best year yet! Special thanks to…
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Downtown Murals Walking Tour
09/20
Spot Coffee
Buffalo is being transformed by murals, both outside and inside. Some are scenic, like “Wildflowers for Buffalo,” and some are…
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Golden Girls Drag Brunch
09/20
Helium Comedy Club
Thank you for being a friend! Brunch with Dorothy’s strong wit, Blanche’s Southern charm, Rose’s hilarious stories, and Sophia’s unforgettable…
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Intro to Balinese Gamelan – Free!
09/20
Nusantara Arts Culture Center
Discover Buffalo’s only Balinese gamelan program, completely free! Spend six weeks making music with a community of fellow learners as…
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Masters of American Architecture: Downtown Walking Tour 11am
09/20
Hotel At The Lafayette
At the turn of the twentieth century, Buffalo had grown to become the eighth largest city in America. The wealth…
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Rico Nasty
09/20
Electric City
Rico Nasty is a groundbreaking artist known for her unique blend of punk, rap, and hip-hop, which has helped redefine…
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Scandalous Buffalo: Downtown Walking Tour 10am
09/20
Spot Coffee – Buffalo
Join us for a tour of the scandalous side of Buffalo history! On this downtown walking tour, you’ll learn some…
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Specimens of Light
09/20
Burchfield Penney Art Center
Collage with repurposed film. This unique material is what artist Esther Neisen uses to create her insect-based work. Her lightbox…
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The Steve Stepper Funk Experience “Da Steppa” Album Release Concert
09/20
The Cave
The Cave presents The Steve Stepper Funk Experience “Da Steppa” Album Release Concert Doors open 3pm
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Thundersmack
09/20
Buffalo Iron Works
Unleashing a sonic whirlwind straight from the heart of New York City’s vibrant musical landscape, Thundersmack is the brainchild of…
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Village of Hamburg Walking Tour – 10am
09/20
Main Street Ice Cream
Join us for a walking tour of one of the most charming villages in Erie County. There is much more…
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Yoga Fest at Wilkeson Pointe
09/20
Wilkeson Pointe
Join us for Yoga Fest at Wilkeson Pointe presented by Independent Health! On Sunday, September 20th enjoy fitness classes, music…
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