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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Experience the Best of Van Halen
07/26
Shea’s 710 Theatre
Featuring Completely Unchained – heard all of the favorite hits: Panama, Hot for Teacher, Jump and more!
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Rainbow Kitten Surprise
07/29
Artpark
$51.50-$106
As if channeling another dimension where genres simply don’t exist, Rainbow Kitten Surprise finds harmony in unpredictability&weaving together lyrical poetry,…
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Nelly with Ja Rule, Eve and Special Guests
08/01
Darien Lake Amphitheater
Where the Party at Tour comes to the Darien Lake Amphitheater!
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Slightly Stoopid: Step Into the Sun Tour
08/01
Artpark
Special guests: Iration & Little Stranger Since 1995, Slightly Stoopid, led by the vastly versatile duo of Miles Doughty and…
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Buffalo Irish Festival 2025
08/02 – 08/03
The year’s favorite Irish bash will be held in the heart of the Old First Ward – Buffalo River Fest…
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Dropkick Murphys and Bad Religion
08/06
Terminal B Event Center
Dropkick Murphys and Bad Religion take over Terminal B at the Outer Harbor. Also appearing will be The Mainliners.
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Thomas Rhett: Better in Boots Tour 2025
08/07
Darien Lake Amphitheater
Thomas Rhett and the Better in Boots Tour comes to Darien Lake, with special guests Tucker Wetmore and Dasha.
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Goo Goo Dolls – Summer Anthem Tour
08/09
KeyBank Center
Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum selling band Goo Goo Dolls have announced they will return home to Buffalo for a momentous concert at…
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Watchhouse: Rituals Tour with Two Runner
08/13
Babeville
Watchhouse, the North Carolina based duo of Andrew Marlin & Emily Frantz, have announced a new studio album called Rituals,…
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Yacht Rock Revue
08/13
Artpark
Yacht Rock Revue is performing two sets Yacht Rock Revue, hailed by Rolling Stone as the “world’s premier soft-rock party…
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Descendents/Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour
08/19
KeyBank Center
The arena tour will celebrate the high-energy music from Disney’s “Descendants” and “Zombies” franchises, inspiring families and fans of all…
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Gregory Alan Isakov
08/24
Artpark Amphitheater
Born in Johannesburg, South Africa, and now calling Colorado home, horticulturist/musician Gregory Alan Isakov has cast an impressive presence on…
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The Australian Pink Floyd Show
08/27
Artpark
Special guests: Iration & Little Stranger Since 1995, Slightly Stoopid, led by the vastly versatile duo of Miles Doughty and…
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National Buffalo Wing Festival
08/30 – 08/31
Entering its 22nd year, this top event in Buffalo, is recognized as one of the best festivals in the country!…
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Borderland Music and Arts Festival
09/12 – 09/14
Knox Farm State Park
The Borderland Music and Arts Festival celebrates the rich history and renaissance of the region with a 3-day music and…
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Niagara Celtic Heritage Festival & Highland Games
09/13 – 09/14
Niagara County Fairgrounds
$15-$31
Everyone’s welcome at the popular Niagara Celtic Heritage Festival & Highland Games! Enjoy the wonders and pageantry of Ireland, Scotland,…
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Alison Kraus and Union Station Featuring Jerry Douglas: Arcadia Tour
09/21
Artpark – Mainstage Theater
Special guest: Willie Watson For nearly four decades, Alison Krauss & Union Station have upheld their legacy as one of…
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Gavin Adcock
09/27
Terminal B Event Center
Gavin Adcock brings the Need to Know Tour to the Outer Harbor, with support from Bayker Blankenship and Lanie Gardner.
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Steve Hackett
10/05
Kleinhans Music Hall
His new show celebrates the 50th anniversary of The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway, and Steve Hackett includes a selection of…
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Vitamin String Quartet
10/07
Center for the Arts
Long before Bridgerton broke the Netflix algorithm, Vitamin String Quartet (VSQ) had helped establish classical crossover as a genuine force…
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