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.
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!
More ExperiencesSacred Spaces: St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral
11/21 – 12/19
St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral Church
The present St. Paul’s Episcopal church evolved from a wooden church on the same site. The 1821 building was the…
DetailsSomething Rotten!
11/06 – 12/08
MusicalFare Theatre
$57
Set in 1595, this hysterical 9-time Tony nominee follows the Bottom Brothers who set out to write the world’s first…
DetailsStress Dolls w/ Kasador & Addisyn Logan
11/21
The Caz
$18
Doors 6pm | Show 8pm21+ Admitted | 16+ may be admitted with a parental guardianFood Service from 6pm to 9:30pmFAQs…
DetailsThe Fitzgeralds of St. Paul
11/09 – 11/24
Irish Classical Theatre Company at Andrews Theatre
$12-$45
The Fitzgeralds of St. Paul runs Nov. 8 & 24, 2024, at the Irish Classical Theatre Company. Get ready for an…
DetailsThe JFK Assassination and Dealey Plaza
11/21
Buffalo Presidential Center
A fascinating review of events and eyewitness accounts just before, during and after JFK’s assassination in Dallas on November 22,…
Details2024 “FEZ”tival of Trees
11/22 – 12/01
Join us for our Tropical Christmas! Cross off some of your gift list early, explore our array of creative craft…
Details716 Holiday Market
11/22 – 11/24
Walden Galleria Mall
NEW for 2024! The 1st annual 716 Holiday Market will include a unique blend of artisans and their handcrafted treasures,…
DetailsA new space
11/15 – 12/08
Bam!
Artist: Karen TashjianMy new body of work represents a significant shift for me. I have left a more image-based practice…
DetailsAriel Yelen, Laura Marris, and Whitetails (Solo)
11/22
Just Buffalo Literary Center
Join us for an evening of readings from Ariel Yelen + Laura Marris with a musical performance by Whitetails (Jonathan…
DetailsBeethoven Symphony #3, “Eroica”
11/22 – 11/23
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
Otto Tausk and the BPO explore themes of heroism and hope with fellow Dutchman, Wagenaar’s Overture to Cyrano de Bergerac…
DetailsBuffalo’s ‘The Last Waltz’ Live
11/22
Babeville
The Sportsmen’s Americana Music Foundation and Babeville present the 7th (almost) Annual reenactment of “The Last Waltz” featuring talent from the Buffalo…
DetailsCurling at Canalside
11/22 – 02/23
Canalside
$15
You’ve seen it on the Olympics, now try it for yourself! The Ice at Canalside has curling lanes available to…
DetailsFriday Night Lights at Canalside
11/22 – 12/27
Canalside Buffalo
Enjoy special theme nights, happy hour drink specials, a live DJ, and giveaways, plus a fireworks show each Friday in…
DetailsIce Bumper Cars at Canalside
11/22 – 03/30
Canalside Buffalo
The popular Ice Bumper Cars will make their return to Canalside this season! You’ll laugh, scream and bump into friends…
DetailsIce Skating at Canalside
11/22 – 02/23
Ice at Canalside
$5-8
Lace up your skates (and you can rent them if you don’t own your own) and enjoy the fresh air…
DetailsIgloo’s at Canalside
11/22 – 02/23
Ice at Canalside
Get warm and toasty with up to 8 people, with rental of an igloo. Check the schedule for available times.
DetailsJohn Lehning Presents: The Music of Hank Mobley
11/22
PAUSA Art House
Featuring: Dave SchiavoneCome join us for a night of music from the career of Hank Mobley. With a very long…
DetailsLive Music at Humbert House
11/01 – 12/20
Humbert House
Enjoy dinner and be treated to live music on Friday’s at Humbert House. Please see the website for the weekly…
DetailsMusic in the Lounge
11/01 – 12/27
Roycroft Inn – Craftsman Dining Room
Join us for an enchanting evening of live music every Friday from 8 to 11 PM in the cozy Craftsman…
DetailsPoinsettia Exhibit
11/22 – 01/06
Buffalo Botanical Gardens
$16.50
The holidays are here, and so is our annual Poinsettia Exhibit! Step into the warm embrace of our tropical conservatory,…
DetailsSpacebound & Brian Gonsr with Special Guests
11/22
Mohawk Place
$15
After Dark & Mosh Retirement Present: Spacebound & Brian Gonsr with special guests TheREALDeeZ and Pndr.
DetailsThe Thanksgiving Play
11/08 – 11/24
Ujima Theatre
$20-$40
The insightful and thought-provoking new comedy, The Thanksgiving Play, written by Native American playwright, Larissa Fastthorse is the second play…
DetailsThe Wizard of Oz
11/22 – 12/08
Lancaster Opera House
$25-$45
We’re off to see the wizard! Immortalized in the classic 1939 film, this beloved tale, in which a Kansas farm…
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