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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Buffalo Sabres vs Dallas Stars
10/08
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Sabres are set to host the Dallas Stars at the Keybank Center October 8, 2026, at 7PM
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Mobile Shakespeare Lab presents “Macbeth”
10/08
Katharine Cornell Theatre
In the fall of 2026, three college students in the United States are struggling. With mounting discourse and legislative action…
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SICARD HOLLOW
10/08
The Caz
Nashville’s psychedelic punk-grass rockers, Sicard Hollow, grew up sick of any existing institution telling them who and what to be.…
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THE RESIDENTS – ESKIMO LIVE
10/08
Electric City
The Residents are an avant-garde music and art collective that has captivated audiences since their formation in the early 1970s.…
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The Riverline Tour of The Del
10/08
Old First Ward
Free one-hour tours to share our vision for transforming the former DL&W rail corridor into an amazing public space. Meet…
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Bingo Loco Presents: Name That Song
10/09
Electric City
Bingo Loco is an innovative and exhilarating event experience that combines the classic game of bingo with a high-energy party…
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Buffalo Horror Garage Sale
10/09
Buffalo Niagara Marriott
Silk Screams Buffalo Horror Garage Sale!!! Now 3 days!!!! 100 vendors, horror celebs, panels, activities! Something for everyone. 3 Days…
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Connor Wood
10/09
Helium Comedy Club
Connor Wood, known as fibula across his socials, launched his comedy career online with relatable rants about life in quarantine…
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Fifty Years of RALA – Art Exhibit
10/09
Burchfield Penney Art Center
Fifty Years of RALA (Roycrofters At large Association) will consist of works created by RALA artisans over the past fifty…
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Live Bull Riding: Beat the Beast Bull Riders Tour Finals
10/09
Buffalo RiverWorks
THIS AIN’T OUR FIRST RODEO. Live bull riding returns to Buffalo RiverWorks October 9 & 10 for the Beat the…
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The Disco Biscuits
10/09
Town Ballroom
The Disco Biscuits are an American jam band from Philadelphia. The band consists of Marc “Brownie” Brownstein, Jon “The Barber”…
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The Emerge Effect Live: Still Becoming
10/09
The Caz
Join nationally recognized speaker, author, leadership expert, and storyteller Dr. Latricia C. Davis for an unforgettable live experience where spoken…
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The Sadies
10/09
Buffalo Iron Works
The Sadies have played all over the world where, for the last 30 years, they have astonished audiences with their…
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An Evening w/ John Valby
10/10
Elmwood Commons Theater
John R. Valby is an American musician, singer, songwriter, comedian, and producer known for his comedic and obscene song parodies.…
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Art Alive 2026 Celebration
10/10
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Join us for a very special Art Alive as we celebrate 30 years of one of the Buffalo AKG’s most…
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Buffalo Sabres vs Utah Mammoth
10/10
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Sabres are set to host the Utah Mammoth at the Keybank Center October 10, 2026, at 7PM
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Buffalo State Football vs Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
10/10
Coyer Field
Buffalo State Football Hosts RPI at Noon at Coyer Field
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Fred Armisen: Comedy For Musicians But Everyone Is Welcome
10/10
Center for the Arts
Fred Armisen is a comedian, writer, producer, and musician. He is the co-writer and co-star of IFC’s Emmy-nominated series Portlandia. He…
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Fred Eaglesmith
10/10
Sportsmen’s Tavern
FRED EAGLESMITH & The Full Band Fred Eaglesmith has played them all; from television’s The Late Show with David Letterman…
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Halloween Silent Disco
10/10
Buffalo Iron Works
Dare to enter a spectral dance realm at our Halloween Silent Disco! Prepare to be bewitched by the beats from…
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Ian McConnell
10/10
Rec Room Buffalo
Ian McConnell is a Nashville-based singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. His music is known for its catchy melodies and quirky…
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Lincocut Leaves at the Botanical Gardens
10/10
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Celebrate the vibrant colors and intricate patterns of autumn with our Linocut Leaves Workshop! Designed for beginners, this hands-on workshop…
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