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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SLASH – S.E.R.P.E.N.T. Festival
07/30
Artpark
S.E.R.P.E.N.T. stands for Solidarity, Engagement, Restore, Peace, Equality N’ Tolerance. Starring SLASH on all dates, the festival is a celebration…
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Buffalo Riverfest Park Wednesday Night Concert Series
05/29 – 09/04
Buffalo River Fest Park
Free
This summer concert series is a perfect way to enjoy the waterfront with family and friends. The Old First Ward…
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Groovin’ in the Grove
06/05 – 09/11
Banchetti by Rizzo’s Banquet Facility & Grove
$5/cover
The Summer is finally here – Groovin’ in the Grove at Banchetti by Rizzo’s is BACK for the 2024 Season!! …
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Live at Larkin Music Series
06/05 – 08/28
Larkin Square
Free
KeyBank Live at Larkin Wednesday evening concerts are the signature night for music in Larkinville This season brings a fun…
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Music Wednesday’s Under the Breezeway
05/29 – 08/28
Jazzboline Restaurant & Bar
Kick-off to summer. Cocktail specials and live music
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BPO and the Strictly Hip Perform
08/01
Lakeside Event Lawn
Two Buffalo franchises, The BPO and The Strictly Hip, collaborate to celebrate the music of The Tragically Hip. For over…
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Jason Aldean
08/01
Darien Lake Amphitheater
Jason Aldean and the Highway Desperado Tour 2024 comes to the outdoor Darien Lake Amphitheater. Also appearing, Lauren Alaina, Chase…
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Music Matters Summer Concert Series – Critt with Blaised and Confused
08/01
Buffalo Harbor Walk Venue
Live Music is coming back to Buffalo’s Waterfront! Jeff Miers of Music Matters is teaming up with Liberty Hound restaurant…
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Music on Main 2024
06/06 – 08/29
Numerous Locations along Main St. in Williamsville
Stroll up and down Main St. in the Village of Williamsville and enjoy the sounds of live music outdoors!
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Thursday and Main
06/06 – 08/01
Rotary Rink at Fountain Plaza
Buffalo Place will produce the 8th Anniversary season of the free outdoor summer series, Thursday & Main, weekly from June…
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Friday Night Concerts on Old Falls Street
06/28 – 08/30
Old Falls Street, USA
Free
Live music returns to Old Falls Street in Niagara Falls! Enjoy food trucks and live music every Friday night this…
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Kulpability
08/02
PAUSA Art House
Kulpability is Bassist Jack Kulp’s first solo project. Featuring the music of Steps Ahead, Mike Stern, Jaco Pastorius, Michael Brecker,…
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Amyl and the Sniffers
08/03
Babeville
Amyl and the Sniffers are Amy Taylor (vocals), Dec Martens (guitar), Gus Romer (bass) and Bryce Wilson (drums). Formed in…
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Buffalo Jazz Composers Workshop
08/03
Artpark
The Buffalo Jazz Composers Workshop is a group of like-minded composers/performers who have cultivated a unique sound through collaborative compositional,…
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The Machine Performs Pink Floyd with the BPO
08/03
Artpark
As part of Artpark’s 50th Anniversary Season, The Machine will perform Pink Floyd favorites with a laser-light spectacular featuring the…
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Lipsey Summer Jazz at the AKG: Três Mais
08/04
Buffalo AKG Art Museum – Lincoln Stairs
Free
The Lipsey Summer Jazz at the AKG concerts take place on the museum’s Lincoln Stairs overlooking Hoyt Lake. Admission is…
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Classic Vinyl Live Series with Jeff Miers
06/03 – 10/07
Sportsmen’s Tavern
From Jeff Miers:This series features a rotating series of musical guests joining me for a live discussion of their album,…
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First Monday Jazz Jam
02/05 – 12/02
The Gypsy Parlor
Monthly on every first Monday, join Becky Davis for our monthly jazz jam. Bring your instruments or vocals and jam…
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Kind Hearted Strangers
08/06
Babeville – 9th Ward
Hailing from all corners of the country, Kind Hearted Strangers began in the foothills of Colorado & where an impromptu…
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Sunset Harbor Cruise
05/11 – 09/25
Buffalo Boat Tours
Have the most wonderfully relaxing evening aboard our double-decker Harbor Queen. Grab a drink from our friendly bartender, listen to…
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Terminal B Concert Series: Sad Summer Fest
08/06
Outer Harbor – Terminal B
Sad Summer Fest 2024: The 5 year anniversary tour! Back to our roots. All your favorite bands on a single…
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The Queens of R&B – Xscape & SWV
08/06
Darien Lake Amphitheater
Show lineup includes: Xscape, SWV, Mya, Total and 702.
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