There’s no place like home for the holidays!
Whether or not you’re from Buffalo, the holiday spirit that fills the air all around town will have you feeling like you’re home. Enjoy the seasonal festivities of this winter wonderland by checking out our Holiday Guide. Here you’ll find ways to shop ’til you drop, discover Buffalo’s holiday history, enjoy a warm beverage with friends and catch a show full of holiday cheer. With fun for all ages, you’re guaranteed to have a jolly good time when you spend the holidays in Buffalo!
Looking to explore unique events in Buffalo throughout the year? Check out some local favorites, or see what’s happening this weekend.
Buffalo’s Best Holiday Markets
Make your shopping list and check it twice!
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Tom & Jerry Trail
Take a sip of our signature holiday drink
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Holiday Bucket List
Our best of the best!
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Buffalo’s Best Outdoor Skating Rinks
Lace up your skates and hit the ice!
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Restaurants in Buffalo Open on Christmas
Delicious flavor, even on a holiday!
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Historic Holiday Tours
Tours from Christmas past
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The Ultimate Buffalo Holiday Gift Guide
Give them the gift of Buffalo this year
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Holiday Movies at Historic Theaters
See holiday movies, new and old, on the big screen
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Taking A Tour of Temple Beth Zion
See their exquisite art glass windows
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Featured Event
Pints in the Park: Brews & Views
10/17
Chestnut Ridge Park
Pints in the Park: Brews & Views will be taking place on Saturday, October 17th at Chestnut Ridge Park, featuring…
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Halloween Pup Strut on Allen Street
10/24
Buffalo Barkery
Buffalo Barkery presents the Halloween Pup Strut on Allen Street! Grab your pup, your kids, and your best Halloween costumes…
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The Witches Ball
10/31
Hotel At The Lafayette
Home at last, sinful as ever and raising hell. The Witches Ball returns to Hotel Lafayette. Buffalo’s Biggest and Most…
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BUFFALO OKTOBERFEST
10/17 – 10/30
Mohawk District – Downtown Buffalo
Presented by Buffalo Holiday Market as part of the Mohawk District’s activation of Downtown Buffalo. In partnership with the City…
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Boo At The Zoo
10/17 – 10/24
Buffalo Zoo
Calling all little ghouls and goblins! It’s time for a fang-tastic evening at the Buffalo Zoo! Celebrate the spooky season…
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Bryan Dubay
10/17
Buffalo Oktoberfest
The Buffalo Holiday Market as part of Buffalo Oktoberfest welcomes Bryan Dubay.
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Halloween Terrarium Workshop at the Botanical Gardens
10/17
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Celebrate Halloween year-round with a spooky terrarium! This workshop includes all materials needed to build a Halloween-themed terrarium, complete with…
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Halloween Trick or Treat
10/17 – 10/17
Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village
Join us Friday, October 16th & Saturday, October 17th for our annual Traditional Trick-or-Treat in the Village! Enjoy a traditional…
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Haunted Harbor
10/17
Tonawanda Gateway Harbor
Trick or treat along the docked boats. Visit the Haunted House (35 Main Street), Trunk or Treat Stations on both…
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Naval Park Ghost Tours
10/17 – 10/31
Buffalo History Tours, LLC
Join us aboard the historic ships at the Buffalo Naval Park every Friday and Saturday this October for a spine’tingling…
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Nightmare Wharf
10/17 – 11/01
Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park
Nightmare Wharf is Buffalo’s newest cutting edge haunted attraction and immersive Halloween event, located at the Buffalo and Erie County…
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Spooky Porches of Allentown
10/17 – 10/31
Allentown
The Allentown Association is hosting its annual 2026 Spooky Porches of Allentown from October 1 to October 31. For the…
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BOOtanical Bounce Party at the Botanical Gardens
10/18
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Celebrate the season at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens BOOtanical Bounce Party! Enjoy a day of family-friendly fall fun…
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Murder in the Cellar – A 1920s Murder Mystery!
10/20
The Caz
A 1920s Murder Mystery at The Caz: Taking you back to the ’20s on the 20th! Step inside Estelle Smith’s…
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Beyond the Veil- Spirit Night
10/22
Alchemy Wine & Beer
This event is FREE and open to the public. Come kick off your spooky season during a casual evening where…
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Haunted Village Tours
10/22 – 10/29
Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village
Tour of the Historic Village and stories of documented paranormal activity on campus. PLEASE NOTE: The Haunted Village Tours…
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Ghost Hunts in the Village
10/23 – 10/30
Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village
It’s time to gather your ghost hunting team. Attendees will search through the Village on a hunt for the supernatural.…
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Halloween Party at VUE Rooftop Lounge
10/23
Vue Rooftop Lounge
Join us for a Halloween party at VUE Rooftop Lounge on October 23rd. Costumes encouraged! Reservation includes appetizers, desser, and…
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Haunted: The Museum After Dark
10/23
Buffalo History Museum
Haunted: The Museum After DarkWhere Buffalo’s Past Refuses to Rest When the Museum closes, the stories awaken. On October 23,…
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R n B MASQUERADE
10/23
Lloyd Taco Factory – Elmwood
Every renaissance needs a love song.Buffalo’s been rebuilding itself show by show. R&B’s been finding its way back to the…
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Spirits of Allentown Walking Tour – Spirits of Allentown Walking Tour
10/23 – 10/23
FIrst Presbyterian Church
Discover the captivating blend of architectural beauty, rich history, and eerie tales on a walking tour of the Allentown neighborhood.…
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Spooktacular Serata
10/23
Buffalo Italian Cultural Center
Our annual spooktacular is BACK! Halloween has never been so scary or so fun! Swing by our party at the…
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Tap & Craft Festival
10/23
Buffalo RiverWorks
Tap & Craft is trucking back to Buffalo RiverWorks for another unforgettable Tap & Craft Festival. Tap & Craft: Buffalo…
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Trunk or Treat at LoudBrew Cafe
10/23 – 10/30
LOUDBREW Cafe
A walk-through event for families to dress up and have some fun! Free event in downtown Buffalo on Cathedral at…
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