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.
Things to Do Today in Buffalo
In Buffalo, there’s always something fun and exciting happening. Check out what’s going on today.
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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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M&T Third Friday
10/17
Buffalo History Museum
Join us on M&T Third Friday for free admission from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.! Discover Western New York’s rich…
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Arts in the Barn
10/18
Join us in celebrating our 25th year by while taking a ride out to see the gorgeous fall foliage in…
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Great Wide Open- Tom Petty Birthday Party
10/18
Buffalo Iron Works
Photo booth Tom Petty-themed temporary tattoo station Drink specials Dress Like Petty Costume Contest Stay tuned for details! Come dressed in your…
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Halloween Spooktacular
10/18
Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum
Ghost and ghouls gather at the Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum on Saturday, October 18th or Sunday, October 19th. Admission is…
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Halloween Terrarium Workshop
10/18
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Celebrate Halloween year-round with a spooky terrarium! This workshop includes all materials needed to build a Halloween-themed terrarium, complete with…
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Indoor Mini Golf Event at Explore & More for Grown Ups
10/18
Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum
It’s tee time for Explore & More’s Fore & More, an after-hours indoor mini-golf event at the museum for adults in…
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Twenty6 Productions Presents: Melvin Seals & JGB at Asbury Hall
10/18
Babeville
Melvin Seals has been a powerful presence in the music industry for over 30 years with a long established reputation…
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Junior Jerry Jam Presents: Rocktober Super Jam
10/19
Buffalo Iron Works
Why Junior Jerry Jam? Junior Jerry Jam isn’t just about music (though we LOVE the music). Our mission is to…
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Detroit Red Wings vs Buffalo Sabres
10/22
The Buffalo Sabres will face off against the Detroit Red Wings on October 22, 2025, at 7:30 PM EDT at…
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Sip and Plant: Spooky Terrariums
10/22
Welcome to the Botanical Gardens’ new Sip and series! Join us for our first ever Sip and Plant for a hauntingly fun evening of…
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Masters of Illusion
10/23
Center for the Arts
Starring the world’s greatest award-winning magicians, this 21st century magic show is unlike anything you have seen before & filled…
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Trivia Night
10/23
Buffalo History Museum
Test your knowledge of our city, pop culture, and beyond at the Museum’s Buffalo History trivia night! Bring a friend,…
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Watercolor Carnivorous Plants | Art Workshop at the Botanical Gardens
10/23
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Discover the world of watercolor through this beginner-friendly workshop! Learn the basics of color application, brush techniques, and simple compositions.…
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Distillation
10/24
Created and Performed by Luke Casserly October 24-26, 2026 An Immersive Special Engagement, Presented Offsite at the Buffalo Irish Center.…
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Lantern Tours
10/24
Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum
Come see the museum in a different light! Join Executive Director Ian K. Seppala on a two hour rated R…
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Spooky Artisan Market at the Botanical Gardens
10/24
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Join us for an evening of Halloween fun as local artisans showcase their hauntingly unique and botanically inspired jewelry, art,…
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Toronto Maple Leafs vs Buffalo Sabres
10/24
The Buffalo Sabres return to the ice for a tough divisional matchup against the Toronto Maple Leafs on October 24,…
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Trick or Trot Horse Show
10/24
Saddle up for a spooktacular day at the Trick or Trot Horse Show in Buffalo, NY! This festive fall event…
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Cami Clune Solo – An Intimate Evening
10/25
Perla Seafood Bistro @ Salvatore’s
Cami Clune Returns to Perla Never a Cover Charge! 7 pm Cami Clune sets the tone. Saturday: 4-7 p.m. Buffalo’s OnlySeafood…
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Family Fall Fest at the Botanical Gardens
10/25
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Join us for a day of fall fun at the Botanical Gardens’ Family Fall Festival! Celebrate the season with a…
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Columbus Blue Jackets vs Buffalo Sabres
10/28
The Buffalo Sabres will take on the Columbus Blue Jackets in an early-evening showdown at KeyBank Center on October 28,…
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