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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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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Swinging in the Holidays
12/06
Kleinhans Music Hall
Jazz at Kleinhans proudly continues a new holiday tradition with the 2nd Annual Jazz at Kleinhans Christmas Celebration Swinging in the…
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Date Night: Mini Glow Golf at the Botanical Gardens
12/10
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Get ready for an electrifying evening inside the conservatory! Join us for 18 holes of glow-in-the-dark mini golf fun surrounded…
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The Charlie Brown Trio – “Charlie Brown is in Town” – THURSDAY SHOW
12/10
PAUSA Art House
Every year, this show sells out, all three nights, so don’t wait to get your tickets. Celebrate the timeless music…
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Swing into the Holidays feat. Caity Gyorgy and Christian Wiggs
12/11
Buffalo State Performing Arts Center
‘Tis the season to be swinging as we take a trip down memory lane with an evening full of your…
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The Charlie Brown Trio – “Charlie Brown is in Town” – FRIDAY SHOW
12/11
PAUSA Art House
Every year, this show sells out, all three nights, so don’t wait to get your tickets. Celebrate the timeless music…
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Cozy Crafters Artisan Market at the Botanical Gardens
12/12
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Step into the enchanting wonderland of Buffalo’s most unique venue, aglow with twinkling lights and adorned with hundreds of vibrant…
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The Charlie Brown Trio – “Charlie Brown is in Town” – SATURDAY SHOW
12/12
PAUSA Art House
Every year, this show sells out, all three nights, so don’t wait to get your tickets. Celebrate the timeless music…
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A Jazz Holiday With Star People and Alex McArthur
12/17
PAUSA Art House
Celebrate the season with Star People and special guest vocalist Alex McArthur for an evening that brings a distinctly jazz…
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Buffalo Winter/Holiday Market
12/17 – 12/23
Front Park
The Buffalo Holiday Market returns for 2026 at its new home, Front Park, 121 Porter Avenue, Buffalo, NY, bringing the…
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Christmas at The Jazz Lounge
12/17
Statler Buffalo
There is something about the Rendezvous Room at the Statler that feels right for Christmas. Maybe it’s the history of…
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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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