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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Press Play Vol. 3: Nothing But Anthems
09/06
Electric City
Press Play Vol. 3: Nothing But Anthems is the latest installment in the acclaimed Press Play series, showcasing a collection…
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STEEL BEANS PRESENTS: Steel Beans is… a Psyop Tour 2026
09/08
Rec Room Buffalo
Steel Beans is a genre-bending, high-energy project best known as a one-man band fronted by Jeremy DeBardi. Hailing from Everett,…
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Music is Art Showcase
09/09
Jack Rabbit
This monthly community event lets local musicians, artists, and industry professionals mingle in a top-tier venue.
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Sincere Engineer – The Probable Claws Tour
09/09
Rec Room Buffalo
Sincere Engineer is an American punk rock band based in Chicago, Illinois. The band consists of Deanna Belos on lead…
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Galactic Empire
09/10
Rec Room Buffalo
Galactic Empire is an American progressive metal cover band famous for performing instrumental heavy metal renditions of iconic movie soundtracks…
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Jill McCracken
09/10
The 9th Ward
Jill McCracken (they/them) is a force of nature, powered by love. The queer retro soul artist returns with their second…
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Matt Incontro Sextet
09/10
PAUSA Art House
The sextet returns with new tunes after their summer 2025 show! Matt has been busy writing for this group of Buffalo…
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Rick Maguire (of Pile)
09/10
Milkie’s on Elmwood
Milkie’s on Elmwood & Yace Booking present… Rick Maguire (of Pile) Rick Maguire is the founding singer, songwriter, and guitarist…
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Ultraviolet
09/10
Buffalo Olde Brewery
UltraViolet brings a fresh acoustic spin to your favorite throwback jams. Hip hop, R&B, and pop from the 90s and…
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Guys and Dolls
09/11
Canterbury Woods Performance Arts Center
Step into the bright lights of 1950s New York City in this classic Broadway musical filled with unforgettable characters, show-stopping…
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I Love R&B Party: The Ultimate R&B Party Experience
09/11
Town Ballroom
Concert Crave presents I LOVE R&B PARTY! The Ultimate R&B Party Experience Get ready to sing, sway, and vibe all night long…
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Jordan Jensen
09/11
Electric City
Jordan Jensen is an innovative singer-songwriter known for her unique blend of indie pop and folk influences. With her heartfelt…
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Live Music with Slow Animals
09/11
Black Dots
The Buffalo-based alternative and indie rock, Slow Animals presents The Strokes’, Is This It 25th Anniversary Show at Black Dots…
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Remo Drive x sports., Computer, Jerry Big’s World Famous Band
09/11
Mohawk Place
After Dark PresentsRemo Drive x sports with special guestsComputer & Jerry Big’s World Famous 18 and over
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Sonic Studio: Ali Banisadr
09/11
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Join exhibition artist (and former DJ) Ali Banisadr and Bill Brandel from The Vintage Audio Shop as they spin a…
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Upstate Connection Plays Miles Davis
09/11
PAUSA Art House
The Rochester&Buffalo jazz connection has been vibrant since the 1950s, bringing together some of Western New York’s finest musicians. This…
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VANILLA FUDGE
09/11
The Caz
A very special intimate evening with the legendary influentional rock band, Vanilla Fudge.Few bands changed the sound of rock like…
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ACM Presents The Sound of Silent Film Festival @ Duende
09/12
duende at Silo City
For the first time in Buffalo, Seth Bousted of Chicago’s Access Contemporary Music presents The Sound of Silent Film Festival 2026,…
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Borgore: 360 Tour
09/12
Town Ballroom
Borger is a DJ, producer, singer, and rapper known for his intense, bass-heavy dubstep and trap music. He’s also the…
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Buena Vista Social Club
09/12
Shea’s Buffalo
It’s been years since legendary singer Omara Portuondo last entered a recording studio. Once known as the “Queen of Feeling,”…
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Cheryl Ferris Presents: The Nancy Wilson Songbook
09/12
PAUSA Art House
A legendary vocalist whose career spanned more than five decades, Nancy Wilson captivated audiences with her signature blend of jazz,…
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HIP HOP UNDERGROUND
09/12
Showplace Theater
Photo City Presents: Hip Hop Underground Buffalo’s underground hip-hop scene takes over Showplace Theater for a stacked showcase featuring some…
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Home By 10 – A Dance Party For Adults
09/12
Rec Room Buffalo
HOME BY 10: THE Throwback Dance Party for Grown-Ups you have been hearing about! Think you’re too old for the…
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