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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Silent Disco at Statler Buffalo
12/18
Statler Buffalo
Choose your channel and own the dance floor three sounds, glowing headphones, and a glamourous Silent Disco night at The…
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The Betsy Carmichael Christmas Special
12/18 – 12/20
Shea’s Smith Theatre
The Betsy Carmichael Christmas Special, Buffalo’s favorite interactive holiday comedy, for a limited engagement at Shea’s Smith Theatre, December 18&20,…
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The Jay/Sharptet: A Holiday Celebration with the Music of Chet Baker
12/18
PAUSA Art House
Celebrate the season with the Jay/Sharptet for a special holiday performance featuring festive favorites alongside arrangements inspired by the music…
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The Night Before Christmas
12/18 – 12/20
Lancaster Opera House
A Lancaster Opera House holiday tradition returns! The Night Before Christmas is a heartwarming, interactive family musical filled with laughter,…
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Zoso: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience
12/18
Electric City
Zoso is widely recognized as one of the premier Led Zeppelin tribute bands, captivating audiences with their authentic sound and…
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Buffalo Bills vs. Chicago Bears
12/19
Highmark Stadium
The Buffalo Bills will host the Chicago Bears on Saturday, December 19, 2026, at Highmark Stadium.
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Holiday Train Show
12/19 – 12/20
Broadway Market
The Broadway Market hosts its annual Holiday Train Show in front area of the market. Free and open to the…
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Thomas Marinaro Quartet
12/19
PAUSA Art House
The Thomas Marinaro Quartet brings together four outstanding Buffalo musicians whose chemistry and musicianship shine on stage. Saxophonist Thomas Marinaro leads the…
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American Football with She’s Green
12/20
Asbury Hall
For a band once def ned by understatement, American Football has become something increasingly rare: one whose stature has grown…
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Buffalo Sabres vs Los Angeles Kings
12/20
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Sabres are set to host the Los Angeles Kings at the Keybank Center December 20, 2026, at 6:00PM…
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Sister’s Christmas Catechism: The Mystery Of The Magi’s Gold
12/23
Shea’s Smith Theatre
It’s CSI: Bethlehem in this holiday mystery extravaganza, by the author of the Late Nite Catechism series, as Sister takes…
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The Princess Proms
12/23
Shea’s Buffalo
We invite you to an enchanting concert, singing the most magical music in all of the land. Prepare for a…
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Buffalo Sabres vs. New Jersey Devils
12/26
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Sabres are set to host the New Jersey Devils at the Keybank Center December 26, 2026, at 7:00PM…
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Dave Matthews Tribute Band – Dangerous Hours 2026 NYE Run
12/26
Town Ballroom
The Dave Matthews Tribute Band will perform at the Town Ballroom as part of their Dangerous Hours NYE Run. Doors…
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Home By 10 – Kissmas Bash Edition
12/26
Rec Room Buffalo
HOME BY 10: A Throwback Dance Party for Grown-Ups KISS 98.5 “KISSMAS BASH” Edition We’re turning back the clock for…
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Live Comedy with THE IMPROV REVOLUTION
12/26
The Screening Room Cinema & Arts Cafe
Live Comedy with The Improv Revolution. Join us once a month for an unforgettable, one-of-a-kind improvisational comedy experience featuring Dale…
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Buffalo Bandits v Toronto Rock
12/27
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Bandits and Toronto Rock one of the fiercest rivalries in the National Lacrosse League (NLL). Doors open 4:30pm
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Buffalo Sabres vs. Detroit Red Wings
12/28
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Sabres are set to host the Detroit Red Wings at the Keybank Center December 28, 2026, at 7:00PM…
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BRANDON SANTINI
12/29
The Caz
A 25-year veteran of the blues, rock & now country music circuits, Brandon Santini has built his sound from the…
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Midget Mania Wrestling
12/30
Showplace Theater
Welcome to Little Mania Midget Wrestling All-Stars, a thrilling miniature professional wrestling experience featuring the talented members of Hulk Hogan’s…
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra
12/30
KeyBank Center
Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) will celebrate its landmark 30th anniversary with a major winter tour featuring a spectacular, reimagined staging of…
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Central Park Neighborhood Walking Tour
12/31
Burke’s Green
Developer Lewis J. Bennett designed the Central Park neighborhood north of the Belt Line Railroad to be the premier neighborhood in…
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Mersiv – New Years Eve
12/31
Town Ballroom
Mersiv (Anderson Benoit Gallegos) is prominent Denver-based electronic music producer and DJ who pioneered the freeform bass subgenre known…
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NYE: Midnight at The Statler
12/31
Statler Buffalo
Midnight at the StatlerNew Year’s Eve 2026 · An Elegant Dinner Experience Ring in 2027 beneath the grandeur of The…
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