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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Haunted History Ghost Walk: Buffalo’s Old First Ward
08/20
Gene McCarthy’s/Old First Ward Brewing Co.
Celtic Spirits in Buffalo’s traditional Irish section! Since 1997, the Haunted History Ghost Walk has been guiding guests through the…
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Improv Jam!
08/20
Buffalo Comedy Collective
Join us for an hour of making scenes, friends, and memories! Drop your name in the bucket to be paired…
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Kody & Herren Live at Springville Village Concert Series
08/20
Heritage Park
Kody & Herren perform a hometown show live at Springville Village’s Concert in the Park Series on Thursday August 20th!…
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River Dogs
08/20
Buffalo Olde Brewery
The River Dogs are mixing rock and roll, blues, country, and rockabilly into one engaging set. Grab a drink, order…
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Saxy Nights
08/20
Il Mulino
Come on thru, enjoy the plush atmosphere and Craft Cocktails, Savory Spirits & Delicious Appetizers.It’s Saxy Nights with yours truly…
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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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The Band Memo
08/20
The 9th Ward
The Band Memo burst onto the NYC music scene in 2025, quickly earning a reputation for electrifying live performances. Rooted…
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Tropical Plants: Watercolor Workshop at the Botanical Gardens
08/20
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Step into a lush, vibrant world of color and creativity with our Tropical Watercolor Wonders class! In this hands-on session,…
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An Evening With Joanne Shaw Taylor
08/21
Electric City
Joanne Shaw Taylor is a dynamic British blues rock guitarist and singer-songwriter known for her powerful voice and exceptional guitar…
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Blacktop Mojo w/ Seven Year Witch
08/21
Buffalo Iron Works
Formed in late 2012 by vocalist Matt James and drummer Nathan Gillis in the small East Texas town of Palestine,…
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Buffalo Bisons vs Lehigh Valley IronPigs 8/21
08/21
Sahlen Field
Two great WNY entertainment institutions are coming together for one special night. Theatre Night at the ballpark will be a…
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Buffalo Funk Fest
08/21
Jefferson Avenue
Annual Weekend Tribute & Concert to Buffalo’s own Rick James – free and open to the public. A weekend of…
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Daft Disko [french house & disco party]
08/21
Rec Room Buffalo
Daft Disko makes its Buffalo debut. Join us for a night of French house & disco inspired by:Daft Punk ……
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Evergreen Echoes at Mr. Goodbar
08/21
Mr. Goodbar
Evergreen Echoes is headlining on Friday August 21st. Doors at 8, Music starts at 9pm Crimson Catus is starting off…
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Family Fiesta
08/21
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Join artist Justin Favela and his family at a free, all-ages fiesta! As a closing celebration for Let Us Gather…
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Family Fun Fridays at Canalside
08/21
Resurgence at Canalside
Join us on Family Fun Fridays during the summer at Resurgence at Canalside for Family Fun Fridays! The family night…
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Haunted History Ghost Walk: Buffalo’s Occult Architecture, Richardson-Olmsted District
08/21
Buffalo History Museum
Step into the monumental Richardson/Olmsted District, where visionary design meets mystic intention. This walk explores The Great Builders and the…
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History Unlocked: Escape the Pan-Am!!
08/21
The Buffalo History Museum
Chiquita the Doll Lady has been taken captive by her boss, Frank C. Bostock, and she needs your help to…
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Jess Bennett Duo
08/21
Buffalo RiverWorks
Who’s ready for another iconic summer on the Buffalo River? Kiss the summer hello with The Summer Concert Series, bringing…
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Jewish Cemeteries Walking Tour 10am
08/21
Holy Order of the Living Cemetery
Explore Buffalo and the Jewish Buffalo History Center partnered to offer a tour of a unique element of Jewish Buffalo…
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Junior History Buffs
08/21
Buffalo History Musuem
Junior History Buffs is a program at The Buffalo History Museum that engages children ages 4-11 in age-appropriate history lessons,…
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