Buffalo Events Party Like A Local

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.

Buffalo Signature Events

Traditions are big in Buffalo. Attend an iconic annual event and have a quintessential Buffalo experience.

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Buzz Around Hamburg Garden Walk and Fair

07/12 – 07/13

Memorial Park Bandstand

Free

Special features Visit Memorial Park to shop at our garden vendor fair. Pick up the map with descriptions of our…

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Conservation Day

07/12

Elmwood Village Farmers Market

Free

A butterfly release and conservation organizations gathering! Gardens Buffalo Niagara brings together conservation organizations from throughout the region. It’s known that…

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Cycle the Erie Canal

07/12 – 07/20

Celebrate the bicentennial of the historic Erie Canal out on the trail!  Choose the 4-day route which begins in Buffalo…

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Elmwood Village Farmers Market

05/10 – 11/29

Elmwood Avenue and Bidwell Parkway

Free

Enjoy a true rite of summer and visit the Elmwood Bidwell Farmers Market, at the corner of Elmwood Avenue &…

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FLW Graycliff ~ Standard Plus Tours

05/06 – 11/15

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Graycliff

Mark your calendars and start planning your 2025 visit to Graycliff! During construction of our new Visitor Center, we are…

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Fairy House Festival

07/12

Artpark

Now in its 15th year, Artpark Fairy House Festival welcomes visitor’s of all ages to marvel at fairy house creations…

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Feed the Fish

01/04 – 11/08

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Adults & Students ages 13 and up – $22.00 Admission is included! Kids ages 3-12 – $16.00 Admission is included! Kids 2 and under free but must have a ticket

Get up close and personal with our family of koi fish with this unique Gardens Exclusive! Enjoy early access to…

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Inspiration Stations

01/25 – 11/22

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Included with admission

On select Saturdays this year, visit the Botanical Gardens for a unique art-making experience. Find inspiration among the lush greenery…

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Lavender Days!

07/05 – 07/13

Goody Girl Flower Farm

35

Pick a beautiful, fragrant bouquet of organic lavender from our bee-friendly farm and immerse yourself in our lavender varieties during…

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Lewiston Food Tour

05/10 – 09/13

The Roaming Table

$73 Adult; $50 Child

This guided food tour offers unique one-of-a-kind food tastings (enough for a filling lunch) while exploring the rich history of…

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Lewiston Prohibition Food and Cocktail Tour

06/07 – 09/13

The Roaming Table

$73

Western New York’s only walking cocktail tour!  Eat and sip your way through the home of the original cocktail! Enjoy four…

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Live Butterfly Experience at the Gardens

06/07 – 08/03

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

This summer, the Butterfly Experience welcomes visitors near and far to immerse themselves into the winged world of butterflies inside the…

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Sculptorial Art | Arcangel Gallery Exhibit

06/20 – 08/03

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Included with admission

Inspired from nature, Jeff Lennox explores three dimensional painting to create new visual harmonies. You won’t want to miss this…

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Williamsville Farmers Market

05/24 – 10/25

Amherst Town Hall Parking Lot

Free

Our market offers local-only products including fresh fruits and vegetables; baked goods; fresh roasted coffee and spirits; specialty food and…

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Williamsville Food Tour

05/10 – 09/27

The Roaming Table

$89

The Historic Village of Williamsville has it all. From unique specialty shops and local breweries to incredible fine dining and…

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Free Yoga Sundays

06/29 – 08/31

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Free!

On select Sundays this summer, grab your mat and head to the Botanical Gardens for a free yoga session! Each…

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Taste of Buffalo

07/13

Niagara Square

Admission to the festival is free Food & Drink tickets can be purchased at various festival tent locations: Cash, Visa, Mastercard are accepted

The Taste of Buffalo, presented by Tops, is the largest two-day food festival in the United States. It began in…

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