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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Winter Market at The Terrace at Delaware Park
11/21 – 02/20
The Terrace at Delaware Park
Join us third Saturdays this winter starting November 14th, for our new indoor winter market. Our Pan Am level will…
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JAMSGIVING
11/25
Pearl Street Grill & Brewery
House Hustlers presents the 2nd Annual JAMSGIVING, taking over Pearl Street Grill & Brewery on Thanksgiving Eve. 11 acts across…
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Thanksgiving Eve DJ
11/25
Alchemy Wine & Beer
Come out on the biggest party night of the year and dance off all that pie to be consumed the…
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Buffalo Bills vs. Kansas City Chiefs
11/26
Highmark Stadium
The Buffalo Bills will host the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday, November 26, 2026, for a special Thanksgiving Day primetime…
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6th Annual Makers Market
11/27 – 11/28
Buffalo History Museum
The Buffalo History Museum is inviting all local makers to participate in our 6th annual Makers Market! Guests can explore…
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A Christmas Carol Cocktail Experience
11/27 – 11/28
The Grapevine Banquets & Event Center
A Christmas Carol Cocktail Experience is a dark, immersive reimagining of Dickens’ timeless ghost story in Buffalo, NY complete with…
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Buffalo Winter Market
11/27 – 12/13
Front Park
The Buffalo Holiday Market returns for 2026, bringing the joy and enchantment of a European Christmas to Western New York.…
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Poinsettias After Dark at the Botanical Gardens
11/27 – 12/29
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Experience the magic of the holidays during Poinsettias After Dark! Thousands of twinkling lights will guide you through our magically…
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Santa at the Botanical Gardens Day 1
11/27
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Join us at the Botanical Gardens on Friday, November 28, and Saturday, November 29, to meet the one and only Santa Claus!…
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Santa at the Botanical Gardens Day 2
11/28
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Join us at the Botanical Gardens on Friday, November 28, and Saturday, November 29, to meet the one and only Santa Claus!…
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Sleigh Shop at the Carriage House
11/28 – 11/29
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
The TR Site is proud to announce its inaugural “Sleigh Shop at the Carriage House”. This two-day artisan market will…
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Holiday Market at the Larkin at Exchange Building
12/01
Larkin at Exchange Building
Shop from dozens of local vendors at the Larkin Holiday Market throughout the first floor of the Larkin at Exchange…
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O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy
12/01
Buffalo State Performing Arts Center
Fans of Monty Python, Mr. Bean, and Dr. Seuss Grab your teacups! Combining British propriety with an unabashed love for…
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Holiday Markets at Massachusetts Avenue Projects
12/03 – 12/10
MAP Farmhouse & Urban Farm
This is one of our most anticipated markets of the year with all the produce and local foods you’ve come…
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Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!)
12/04 – 12/13
Lancaster Opera House
Why tell one Christmas story when you can tell ALL of them? Three performers attempt A Christmas Carol then revolt and launch into a rapid-fire…
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Horse & Carriage Holiday Celebration
12/04
Allentown
Be sure to check out Allen Street on Friday Dec 4th for all our brick-and-mortar businesses, a visit from Santa…
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Living Nativity at St. Paul Lutheran Church & Kelkenberg Farm
12/04 – 12/05
St. Paul Lutheran Church
Come experience the wonder of the Christmas Story at the farm! St. Paul Lutheran Church presents the 6th Annual Living…
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The Nutcracker
12/04 – 12/06
Shea’s Buffalo
The Nutcracker is an iconic 1892 two-act classical ballet composed by Pyotr Iiyich Tchaikovsky. Originally choreographed by Marius Petipa and…
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3RD Annual Hamburg SantaCon
12/05
Village of Hamburg
Get ready for the 3rd Annual Hamburg SantaCon – a festive gathering where everyone dresses up as Santa and spreads…
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Conifer Wreath Workshop at the Botanical Gardens
12/05
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Start a new tradition this holiday season! Create a fresh, fragrant conifer wreath to add some festive greenery to your…
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El Scorcho – Ugly Sweater Christmas Party
12/05
The Caz
EL SCORCHO (The Music Of Weezer) presents the UGLY SWEATER CHRISTMAS PARTY at The Caz! It’s Christmas. It’s Weezer. It’s…
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Night of Light at the Martin House
12/05
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Martin House
Step into the magic of the season at Night of Light, one of our favorite events of the year! Join…
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Queen City Market
12/05
Seneca One
The Queen City Market is a curated one day, one-stop-shopping event showcasing an exceptional mix of artisan crafters and vintage…
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Roycroft Campus Holiday Art Show
12/05 – 12/06
Roycroft Campus
Get in the holiday spirit on the Roycroft Campus! Our Holiday Show is held (mainly) inside, but spread out over…
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