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.
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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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Santa Land 2024
12/14
Chestnut Ridge Park
The holiday tradition you know and love is back, with some added fun! Enjoy hayrides to Santa’s Workshop, live animals,…
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Vince Guaraldi’s “A Charlie Brown Christmas”
12/14
PAUSA Art House
A Christmas favorite returns to PAUSA – “There’s no doubt in my mind, that if we hadn’t had that Guaraldi…
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Jingle Bell Jam
12/15
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
The BPO’s Jingle Bell Jam is the perfect way to dive into the holiday spirit with the whole family. Conducted…
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Samara Joy ~ ‘A Joyful Holiday’
12/17
Center for the Arts
Join us for jazz vocalist sensation, Samara Joy, in a concert celebrating the season in A JOYFUL HOLIDAY featuring Samara…
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December Sober Social
12/18
Patina 250
Come mingle! If you are sober, sober-curious, Cali-sober, or just supportive of the sober community, ALL are welcome (as always)!Every…
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The Lion King
12/18 – 01/05
Shea’s Buffalo
Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars,…
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Unwind Wednesdays
09/18 – 12/18
Buffalo Botanical Gardens
$0-$16.50
We all know that the hustle and bustle of our day-to-day lives can be stressful and tiring, which is exactly…
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A Kidman Carol: A Gay Dementia on Australian Dames
12/19 – 12/21
Alleyway Theatre
Get into the spirit of the season … Awards Season, that is, with this inappropriate, irreverent and truly bananas take…
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Holiday Pops
12/19 – 12/22
Kleinhans Music Hall
The annual Holiday Pops concert, a beloved tradition under the baton of Bradley Thachuk, returns to fill Kleinhans Music Hall…
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Mary Ramsey and Friends Holiday Show
12/19
PAUSA Art House
$12-$15
Mary Ramsey and Friends with Special Guest Violinist Susan Ramsey . Holiday Songs and Seasonal Favorites. A truly unique ensemble…
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Sleigh and Play
12/19
Losson Park – Stiglmeier Park
FREE Holiday Event! Join us for some holiday fun at Losson Park! Music, themed crafts, holiday games, meet Santa &…
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Winter Floral Arrangement
12/19
Buffalo Botanical Gardens
$58.50 – $65
Bring the scents and colors of the winter season home with this floral design workshop. Discover how to prep fresh…
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Buffalo Sabres vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
12/20
KeyBank Center
$75+
The Buffalo Sabres take on fierce rivals, the Toronto Maple Leafs, at KeyBank Center.
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Totally Sweet Buffalo Procrastinator’s Christmas Market
12/21
Buffalo RiverWorks
Free
It’s a great opportunity to pick up some amazing last-minute Christmas gifts for the ones you love! Buffalo-inspired merchandise with…
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Buffalo Bills vs. New England Patriots
12/22
Join the fans at Highmark Stadium when the hometown favorite Buffalo Bills take on New England in this regular season…
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Buffalo Sabres vs. Chicago Blackhawks
12/27
KeyBank Center
$48+
The Buffalo Sabres take on the Chicago Blackhawks at KeyBank Center.
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Star People Featuring Alex McArthur
12/27
PAUSA Art House
End 2024 on a high note with two of the most popular artists who perform at Pausa in a star-studded…
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Buffalo Extreme vs. Saratoga Racers
12/28
XGen Elite Sports Complex
The Buffalo eXtreme – professional basketball is back in WNY! After advancing to the national semi-finals in year one, we…
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Buffalo Bills vs. New York Jets
12/29
Join the fans at Highmark Stadium when the hometown favorite Buffalo Bills take on the New York Jets in this…
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Buffalo Extreme vs. New Hampshire Kingz
01/04
XGen Elite Sports Complex
The Buffalo eXtreme – professional basketball is back in WNY! After advancing to the national semi-finals in year one, we…
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Buffalo Sabres vs. Washington Capitals
01/06
KeyBank Center
$46+
The Buffalo Sabres host the Washington Capitals at KeyBank Center.
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