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.
More ExperiencesBuffalo Signature Events
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!
More ExperiencesHaunted: Collection Created by Nia Marcolini
10/09
Buffalo ShopCraft
Haunted as an adjective means visited or inhabited by ghosts. Or showing signs of severe worry, anxiety, or distress. What a…
DetailsIron island Museum Haunted Halloween Tour
10/09
Iron Island Museum
The Iron Island Museum is a unique local history museum and renowned haunted site housed in a historic 1883 former…
DetailsLive 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…
DetailsNaryan Padmanabha
10/09
42 North at the Flats
Enjoy some downtown fusion vibes with Naryan Padmanabha live at 42 North at the Flats. Naryan’s Bio: Naryan Padmanabha’s musical…
DetailsOakland Place Walking Tour 5PM
10/09
Oakland Place
Among Buffalo’s many beautiful residential streets, the single block of Oakland Place stands out for its unique history and exceptional…
DetailsSpencer LaJoye
10/09
The 9Th Ward
Spencer LaJoye makes queer indie folk music for everyone. With a crystalline voice, a multi-instrumentalist’s command of harmony, and a…
DetailsThe “It’s Electric” Frolic Tour
10/09
Tappo
Discover the vibrant pulse of Buffalo on this guided food, drink and walking tour of Buffalo’s Electric District while we…
DetailsThe 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”…
DetailsThe 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…
DetailsThe 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…
DetailsZuri Elise Appleby LIVE
10/09
Revolver Records Inc.
Very excited to announce the return of local/global music hero and bass goddess, Zuri Elise Appleby! Doors open at 7pm…
DetailsAn 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.…
DetailsArt 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…
DetailsBESNYO, PASSED OUT, TVMTN, ALEX BERKLEY, MURTOIS
10/10
Black Dots Records and Bar
Buffalo native artists Besnyo, Passed Out, TVMTN, Alex Berkley, and Murtois take the stage at Black Dots! Bar opens at…
DetailsBuffalo 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
DetailsBuffalo State Football vs Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
10/10
Coyer Field
Buffalo State Football Hosts RPI at Noon at Coyer Field
DetailsCabaret Nights
10/10
Oakk Haus
The countdown is ON! October 10th, we’re opening the doors for another exclusive Cabaret Nights Preview Show at The Oakk…
DetailsCanalside Walking Tour 1pm
10/10
Waterway of Change Museum – Longshed at Canalside
Celebrate the Bicentennial of the Erie Canal’s completion with a walking tour of Canalside – the original western terminus of…
DetailsDelaware Avenue Mansions Exterior Walking Tour 11am
10/10
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
The richest of the rich in Buffalo put their wealth on full display on this section of Delaware Avenue, home…
DetailsFred 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…
DetailsFred 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…
DetailsGirl Scouts MakeHER Fair
10/10
West Side Bazaar
A one day entrepreneurship event for International Day of the Girl featuring Girl Scouts showcasing their products, building their brands,…
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