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
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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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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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