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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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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716 Celebrates: Stars, Stripes & Signers
09/05
Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park
716 Celebrates: Stars, Stripes & Signers transforms Buffalo’s waterfront into a full two-day patriotic festival experience honoring America’s 250th Anniversary.…
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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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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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14 Mafia & Early Bird Presents Headliners Only
08/28
Revolver Records Inc.
14 Mafia & Early Bird Presents Headliners Only Brought to you by: K-Rob Early Bird i.F Sneakvibing Special…
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ART OF THE CULTURE
08/28
Paint The Town
We’re bringing art, culture, and community together for the Art of the Culture Gallery Opening at Paint the Town Studio.This…
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Bethany Krull, “Home” Exhibit
08/28
Buffalo Arts Studio
Buffalo Arts Studio is thrilled to present “Home,” a new body of work by ceramicist Bethany Krull, on view from…
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Bree Gilliam, “id”
08/28
Buffalo Arts Studio
Buffalo Arts Studio is excited to present “id,” a pop-up exhibition by visual artist Bree Gilliam that explores her complex…
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Buffalo German Fest 2026
08/28
Cheektowaga Town Park
The annual festival celebrates German music, culture, food, beverages, crafts, and traditional Bavarian dancing.
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Country Rising Festival Ft. BigXthaPlug
08/28
Terminal B at the Outer Harbor
Country Rising Festival brings a new wave of country music to Outer Harbor Live at Terminal B on Friday, August…
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Imaginal Stitching – Opening Reception
08/28
Hunt Art Gallery
Barbara Murak’s diverse body of work emerges from a dimension where dreams, memory, mysticism, and connections to ancestors intersect with…
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JOEY GONZALEZ COLLECTIVE
08/28
The Caz
The Joey Gonzalez Collective embodies a vibrant musical journey that spans over 40 years, chronicling Joey’s evolution as a musician…
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Kleinhans Music Hall Interior Tour
08/28
Kleinhans Music Hall
Get an in-depth look at Buffalo’s world-famous music hall! Explore the interior spaces of Kleinhans Music Hall, a National Historic Landmark designed…
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Kody & Herren Live at 42 North Brewing Company
08/28
42 North Brewing Company
Kody & Herren perform live at 42 North Brewing Company in East Aurora, NY on Friday August 28th from 7pm-10pm!
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Let’s Watch the Moon Together
08/28
Buffalo Museum of Science
Let’s Watch the Moon Together is a free, community-centered wellness experience created and led by Buffalo-bred artist Drea D’Nur and…
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Maria Sebastian Live at Rizotto Italian Eatery & Sweetery
08/28
Rizotto Italian Eatery & Sweetery
Patio Heaven!
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Michael Jackson Birthday Party
08/28
Electric City
Michael Jackson, known as the King of Pop, remains an iconic figure in the music industry, celebrated for his groundbreaking…
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Off The Wall
08/28
Jack Rabbit
Off the Wall is a popular Buffalo-based cover band known for performing pop punk, emo, 90’s, and 00’s throwback hits.…
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Rebellion in the Round
08/28
Nietzsche’s
Come revel in the social justice music that lifts us up across time, distances, and genres of music. This even…
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Robert Booth, “Presence”
08/28
Buffalo Arts Studio
Buffalo Arts Studio is excited to present Presence, an exhibition of sculptural and two-dimensional work by artist Robert Booth, on…
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Seth Payne presents Chicago Comedy Takeover 2
08/28
The 9Th Ward
Seth Payne, Buffalo/Chicago Comedian, is Back with another edition of Comedy Takeover at Babeville&Seth brings the Funniest and Wildest comics…
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