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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Festival Of India
08/15
Canalside Buffalo
Join us at the Festival of India on Saturday, August 15th from 2pm-8pm a vibrant celebration of Indian culture, music,…
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Fight Fest 2026
08/15
Buffalo Iron Works
Photo City Presents: Fight Fest 2026Feat: Fight From Within, Yung Mosh, Provenance, Iara, Tragic Intent, Allegiant, Scvrecrvw, & Arcana Saturday,…
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Original 80 Acres of Forest Lawn Walking Tour
08/15
Forest Lawn Cemetery
Enjoy the beauty of the cemetery while learning why Forest Lawn is a significant historic and cultural site for Western…
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The Kingdom: Drag & Comedy Show
08/15
Buffalo Comedy Collective
You’re cordially invited to night out in the Kingdom. Grab your drink, have a snack, and step into The Kingdom where…
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Tonawander Walking Tour
08/15
Tonawanda Castle
The City of Tonawanda played a significant role in the development of the Niagara Frontier. With its rapid growth upon…
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Urban Farm Day Bus Tour
08/15
Buffalo History Museum
Urban Farm Day is supported by Gardens Buffalo Niagara, highlighting local growers in a variety of spaces and inspirations. This…
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Urban Farm Day SELF-GUIDED TOUR
08/15
Various Locations
Featuring 20 Plus Urban Farms Rain or shine. Please check individual site hours before arriving, as some locations may vary.…
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Village of Lancaster Porchfest
08/15
Village of Lancaster
Join us on Saturday, August 15 from 12&5pm as the Village comes alive with music on porches, patios, and lawns…
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Chromeo [DJ Set] – Sunset Sundays
08/16
Buffalo RiverWorks
On the water at Buffalo RiverworksFeat. sweeping views & L-Acoustics sound Chromeo [DJ Set]w/ special guests6pm & 11pm 21+
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Maria Sebastian Presents: Wind & Wire w/ Matt Pszonak & Brian Senefelder- The Caz Supper Club
08/16
The Caz
Maria Sebastian performs an intimate evening of music with Matt Pszonak and Brian Senefelder as “Wind & Wire”. Buffalo…
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The Concert: A Tribute To ABBA
08/16
Terminal B at the Outer Harbor
“The Concert: A Tribute To ABBA” (often referred to as ATC The Concert) is widely considered the top ABBA tribute…
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The Marvelous Miss Gender starring BOSCO
08/16
Shea’s Smith Theatre
Murray & Peter Present “The Marvelous Miss Gender” starring BOSCO. From RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 14, 2022 and most recently All…
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Kitchen Creations Day Camps
08/17
Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum
Please bring a lunch, two snacks, a water bottle, and have your child wear sneakers. Late pick up between 4pm-4:30pm…
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Slow Roll Buffalo at Kleinhans Music Hall
08/17
Kleinhans Music Hall
Slow Roll Buffalo Monday Night Community Rides connect communities through guided rides for bicyclists of all ages and skill levels,…
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The Mountain Goats
08/17
Town Ballroom
The Mountain Goats are an American indie folk band formed in Claremont, California, by singer-songwriter John Darnielle. The band is…
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WWE Monday Night RAW
08/17
KeyBank Center
CM PUNK THE USOS PENTA LIV MORGAN OBA FEMI SETH ROLLINS BECKY LYNCH JE’VON EVANS Doors open 6pm
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Blues Traveler Gin Blossoms Spin Doctors
08/18
Granstand
Blues Traveler and the Gin Blossoms are teaming up with special guests Spin Doctors for a massive, nostalgic co-heading summer…
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PJ Morton – Saturday Night Sunday Morning Toura
08/18
Electric City
PJ Morton is a Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and producer known for his soulful blend of R&B, pop, and gospel…
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Philip Lindsay
08/18
Helium Comedy Club
Philip Lindsay is a middle school teacher, and viral content creator whose comedy is rooted in real life and relentlessly…
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Value Select
08/18
Rec Room Buffalo
Value Select (Max Renner), a comedy music artist and YouTuber known for short, humous songs. Doors open 7pm
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Big Daddy Rich Rogenmoser – Hometown Show Run Night 2!
08/19
The Caz
Escape to paradise with Key West favorite Big Daddy Rich Rogenmoser as he brings his laid-back island spirit straight from…
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Driveways w/ Liek Roses, Action/Adventure, Don’t Panic
08/20
Buffalo Iron Works
The pop-punk band Driveways is performing live at Buffalo Iron Works as part of their “It’s Been a Decade Now”…
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Ship N’ Shore
08/20
Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park
Ship N’ Shore is the Buffalo Naval & Military Park’s biggest event of the year! Join us at 5:30 PM…
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