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.
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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!
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First Fridays at the AKG
09/01 – 12/06
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
M&T First Fridays at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum are back! From 10am to 8pm, bring your friends and family…
DetailsArt in the Open
10/29
Center for the Arts
The UB Center for the Arts is the hub of a bustling arts community where dancers, actors, filmmakers, musicians, and…
DetailsBuffalo Maritime Center Speaker Series
10/29
Buffalo Maritime Center
The Promise of the Commons: An Evening with Ken Ilgunas. In an age where private property and land enclosure dominate…
DetailsClinton Bailey Farmers Market
05/01 – 11/01
Clinton Bailey Farmers Market
For fresh locally grown produce and flowers this season visit us at the Clinton Bailey Farmer’s and Flea Market. The…
DetailsDinner in an Igloo!
10/01 – 03/31
Tappo
This unique, intimate dining experience is perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or just getting friends together for a memorable night…
DetailsEnd of Season Graycliff Standard Plus Tour
10/22 – 11/03
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Graycliff
Make a plan to get out to Frank Lloyd Wright’s Graycliff during this lovely fall weather before we have this…
DetailsGreat Pumpkin Farm Fall Festival ~ Weekdays
09/16 – 10/31
Great Pumpkin Farm
Enjoy the Haymaze, Petting Zoo, Playground, shop in the store & bakery and buy Pumpkins and relax at the Witches…
DetailsHorrorfest 2024
09/27 – 10/31
The Screening Room Cinema and Arts Cafe
Find your way to the Screening Room for the 2024 installment of the films which are a staple of the…
DetailsJeris Johnson with Special Guests
10/29
Rec Room Buffalo
$23
After Dark Presents: Jeris Johnson – Dragon Born Tour with special guests FREAK & Blakswan
DetailsJoan Linder, “Fulfillment”
09/27 – 11/09
Buffalo Arts Studio
Free
Buffalo Arts Studio is excited to present “Fulfillment” by Joan Linder. “Fulfillment’s” drawings examine aspects of the hidden-in-plain-sight landscape of…
DetailsMutation Invasion: Flesh-Eating Flora
09/13 – 10/31
Buffalo Botanical Gardens
$0.00-$16.50
Oh no!! The Botanical Gardens is under siege by an abundance of mutated, flesh-eating plants! Carnivorous plants from the permanent collection…
DetailsSpooky Paint and Sip at Explore & More (21+ Event)
10/29
Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum
$50
Join us for a 21+ Halloween-themed paint class with Left-Handed Bandit Artistic Services, LLC afterhours at Explore & More!Everyone leaves…
DetailsSpooky Science Month
10/01 – 10/31
Buffalo Museum of Science
What is Spooky Science Month? Starting in October, we’re bringing you a different science theme to explore every month through…
DetailsStephanie Rothenberg, “Aquadisia”
09/27 – 11/09
Buffalo Arts Studio
Free
Buffalo Arts Studio presents “Aquadisia” by Stephanie Rothenberg, a multimedia science fiction project that focuses on the desire to be…
DetailsThe Dreamboats with Special Guests
10/29
Buffalo Iron Works
$20
Modern. Retro. Revival.The Dreamboats are creating a sound that is equal parts Chuck Berry & The Wonders. This quartet of…
Details“Return to the Rainbow City: Buffalo’s Pan-American Exposition” Exhibit Opening
05/02 – 12/29
Buffalo History Museum
Admission is pay-what-you-wish
This May, the story of Buffalo’s Pan-American Exposition returns to the Buffalo History Museum the Exposition’s only planned permanent structure.…
DetailsComedy at The Caz
10/30
The Caz
$15
Doors 6pm | Show 8pm | 21+Food Service from 6pm to 9:30pmFAQs and more details at TheCazBuffalo.comCabaret Plenty of seats…
DetailsDinner Theater: The Shawshank Redemption
10/10 – 12/01
Desiderio’s Dinner Theater at Bobby J’s
$64-$74
The Shawshank Redemption brings the story of resilience made famous by theacclaimed film turned play to the Desiderio stage. When…
DetailsEast Aurora Farmers Market
05/04 – 11/27
Aurora Village (Tops) Plaza
Free
The East Aurora Farmer’s Market, located in the Aurora Village Shopping Center, has been providing locally grown and produced products…
DetailsEerie Stories From The Roycroft
10/20 – 10/30
Roycroft Campus
$25
This NEW presentation/tour coming to the Roycroft Campus is based in historical facts as we discuss various rituals and customs…
DetailsFrightworld Screampark
09/20 – 11/02
1001 Hertel Avenue
Frightworld is America’s BIGGEST and BEST Indoor Screampark, where Nightmares Come True. Voted as one of the Best Haunted Attractions…
DetailsGalleria of Treats: Indoor Trick or Treating
10/30
Walden Galleria Mall
Walden Galleria’s annual family-friendly, indoor trick-or-treating event is returning for its 30th year. Galleria of Treats, will be held on…
DetailsHalloween Spooktacular at Explore & More
10/26 – 10/31
Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum
Free with the price of museum admission
We’re celebrating the spookiest time of year with plenty of activities like trick-or-treating, art projects and more! Come dressed in…
DetailsLP Giobbi: Way Back Home Tour
10/30
Electric City
LP Giobbi is a DJ, producer, pianist and activist who is quickly rising to superstar status, earning over 150M+ streams…
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