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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13th Annual Buffalo Cherry Blossom Festival
04/25
Buffalo History Museum
Join The Buffalo History Museum, Buffalo Olmsted Parks, The Friends of the Japanese Garden, and Music is Art in Buffalo’s…
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Buffalo Porchfest
05/16
Elmwood Village
Buffalo Porchfest is a grassroots music festival that turns porches into stages for local bands and musicians for an afternoon!…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Art by Sarah Panepento
04/03
The Intersection Cafe
Art by Sarah Panepento the month of April! Sarah will be presenting a collection of work from the last year…
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BCC Shorties Show!
04/03
Buffalo Comedy Collective
Our BCC Shorties hit the stage for their monthly show hosted by their coach, Sal Winston! These shortform shows are…
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Buffalo Heritage Carousel Kicks Off Spring Break
04/03
Buffalo Heritage Carousel
Spring break in Buffalo gets a festive start as the Solar-Powered Buffalo Heritage Carousel reopens Friday, April 3, at Canalside,…
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Consider the Source
04/03
Buffalo Iron Works
Instrumental progressive rock trio Consider the Source has been honing in on their unique sci-fi fusion sound for over a…
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Greg Docenko
04/03
Broadway Market
Enjoy listening to traditional Polish songs performed by Greg Docenko on the Market Stage as you shop the Broadway Market…
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Legacy Art Exhibition
04/03
Paint The Town
An intentional presentation of work, growth, and vision.What began in a basement has evolved into a platform that has created…
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M&T FIRST FRIDAY: Architecture and Photography-A Discussion with Biff Henrich and Kelly Hayes McAlonie
04/03
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Join the AKG for a discussion between architect Hayes McAlonie and photographer Biff Henrich on the intersection of these two…
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M&T FIRST FRIDAY: Musical Performance by Stephen Babcock
04/03
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Enjoy a musical performance by Stephen Babcock! About Stephen Babcock: Stephen Babcock is an indie pop singer-songwriter whose roots run deep…
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M&T FIRST FRIDAY: Outdoor Egg Hunt
04/03
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Join us on Friday, April 3, from 11am to 12pm for a free, “rain or shine” outdoor egg hunt across…
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NO QUARTER : THE LED ZEPPELIN JAZZ PROJECT
04/03
Black Dots Records and Bar
Live Jazz No Quarter: The Led Zeppelin Jazz Project live at Black Dots Bar opens 8pm | Music at 8:30pm
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Our Lady Peace: 30th Anniversary Tour
04/03
Buffalo RiverWorks
After Dark Presents Our Lady Peace: 30th Anniversary Tour Age Restriction: 16+ Admitted with ID
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Slacker University: It’s a 2000’s Party
04/03
Electric City
This electrifying event celebrates the iconic 2000s era, featuring the decade’s biggest hits across pop, hip-hop, and rock genres. Embrace…
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