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.
More ExperiencesBuffalo Signature Events
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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First Fridays at the AKG
09/01 – 12/06
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
M&T First Fridays at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum are back! From 10am to 8pm, bring your friends and family…
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Featured Event
Borderland Music and Arts Festival
09/13 – 09/15
Knox Farm State Park
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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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Big Kahuna Evening Tiki Cruise
05/11 – 09/30
Buffalo Boat Tours
Get your island feel on aboard Big Kahuna, the coolest tiki boat in town! Sip on a refreshing Tiki cocktail…
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Buffalo Jazz Festival 2024
09/01
Richardson Olmsted Campus
Experience the vibrant and diverse sounds of Buffalo’s thriving jazz community at the 3rd Annual Buffalo Jazz Festival, presented by…
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Buffalo RiverWorks Summer Concert Series
05/24 – 09/01
Buffalo RiverWorks
The Buffalo RiverWorks Summer Concert Series lineup is here! Enjoy live, local musicians every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday on The…
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Jazz at Richardson: Buffalo Jazz Festival
09/01
The Richardson Hotel
Join us as we showcase some of the finest talents in jazz from across the region, celebrating the rich cultural…
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Labor Day Weekend Street Festival
08/30 – 09/02
Old Falls Street, USA
Free
Come celebrate Labor Day on Old Falls Street with food trucks, live music, and more at our Labor Day Weekend…
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Queen For A Day Tour
06/26 – 09/15
Lakeward Spirits
$69
Treat yourself to an indulgent experience on Sundays this summer. Enjoy an awesome brunch (Frittata, waffles, bacon, fresh fruit) and…
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South Buffalo Farmers Market
06/02 – 09/29
Cazenovia Park Casino
A weekly farmers market, located in South Buffalo’s Cazenovia Park that features locally produced goods, live music, weekly yoga classes…
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Blue Monday
08/30 – 12/15
Tacoma Performing Arts Center
Free
Chicago Jack and the Heptones play with weekly Special Guests. Join us in the Grand Room in the lower level…
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First Monday Jazz Jam
02/05 – 12/02
The Gypsy Parlor
Monthly on every first Monday, join Becky Davis for our monthly jazz jam. Bring your instruments or vocals and jam…
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Sunset Harbor Cruise
05/11 – 09/25
Buffalo Boat Tours
Have the most wonderfully relaxing evening aboard our double-decker Harbor Queen. Grab a drink from our friendly bartender, listen to…
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Buffalo Riverfest Park Wednesday Night Concert Series
05/29 – 09/04
Buffalo River Fest Park
Free
This summer concert series is a perfect way to enjoy the waterfront with family and friends. The Old First Ward…
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Groovin’ in the Grove
06/05 – 09/11
Banchetti by Rizzo’s Banquet Facility & Grove
$5/cover
The Summer is finally here – Groovin’ in the Grove at Banchetti by Rizzo’s is BACK for the 2024 Season!! …
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Wednesday Night Live Music at Buffalo Olde Brewery
07/17 – 09/25
Buffalo Olde Brewery
Free
Experience the rhythmic pulse of summer at Buffalo Olde Brewery, located in Buffalo’s historic Lovejoy District! Every Wednesday and Saturday…
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Music Matters Summer Concert Series – The Allen Degenerates
09/05
Buffalo Harbor Walk Venue
Live Music is coming back to Buffalo’s Waterfront! Jeff Miers of Music Matters is teaming up with Liberty Hound restaurant…
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FARROW at Buffalo AKG Art Museum
09/06
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Free
On the First Friday of every month at AKG Buffalo it’s Pay-What-You-Wish Admission Museum-wide from 10 am to 8 pm…
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Fireside Fridays
05/31 – 10/04
Ebenezer Ale House
Occurs every Friday during the summer . Weather looks good, come on out and follow our talented solo artists week…
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Pitbull: Party After Dark Tour
09/06
Darien Lake Amphitheater
Pitbull appearing in concert with special guest T-Pain.
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Soundwaves Concert Series
05/31 – 09/28
Buffalo Boat Tours
Set sail into a world of rhythm and melody every Saturday aboard the Harbor Queen with our captivating Soundwaves Concert…
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The Seven Wonders
09/06
$25-$45
The Seven Wonders are seven world-class musicians paying homage to the music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks. The band’s…
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Cage the Elephant – Neon Pill Tour
09/07
Artpark – Mainstage Theater
Cage the Elephant is an American rock band formed in 2006 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. They moved to England and…
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Sounds and Sails
06/15 – 09/07
Canalside Buffalo
Let the waves of the melody and the gentle breeze of the lake serenade you as family and friends indulge…
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Schlachtfest
09/08
Spring Garden Park
$6
Featuring a specially brewed Octoberfest beer, from Hofbräuhaus Buffalo. Food will be available for purchase, and parking is FREE. No…
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