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!
More ExperiencesDr. M Jazz Combo – “Jazzin’ the Holidays”
12/06
PAUSA Art House
$12-$15
Get into the holiday spirit with The Dr. M Jazz Combo as they perform a selection of your favorite holiday…
DetailsFirst Friday Wine Class @ Freedom Run Winery
05/03 – 12/06
Freedom Run Winery
$35
Learn about wine from our incredible winemaking team, Ryan Sidoti and Kurt Guba. Wine Club members save $10! Join the Wine…
DetailsHamburgh Holidays – Christmas in the Village
12/06
Village of Hamburg
Trolley rides to Santa’s Workshop, face painting, carolers, alpacas, fire pits, Lighting of the Star (on Main St. ice cream…
DetailsHoliday Happy Hour
12/06
Roycroft Campus Copper Shop Gallery
Join us in the Copper Shop Gallery to kick off the Holiday Show weekend with live music featuring Quilted Canoe.…
DetailsHome for the Harmonies: A Barbershop Christmas
12/06
Ellicott Creek Playhouse
Get ready to be swept away by the festive magic of “Home for the Harmonies” & a barbershop Christmas concert!…
DetailsJerron Paxton and Dennis Lichtman
12/06
West Falls Center for the Arts
Jerron “Blind Boy” Paxton (born January 26, 1989) is an American multi-instrumentalist blues musician and vocalist from Los Angeles. He…
DetailsMindi Abair’s “I Can’t Wait For Christimas Tour”
12/06
Buffalo State Performing Arts Center
On Friday, December 6,at 8pm, the Buffalo State Performing Arts Center presents Mindi Abair’s “I Can’t Wait for Christmas Tour”,…
DetailsMiracle on S. Division Street
12/06 – 12/22
Shea’s Smith Theatre
Meet the Nowaks of Buffalo, NY. Clara and her three grown kids have always known they were special, ever since…
DetailsMrs. Kasha Davis: There’s Always Time for a Cocktail
12/06 – 12/08
Shea’s Smith Theatre
“There’s Always Time for a Cocktail” a one woman show by the incomparable Mrs. Kasha Davis of RuPaul’s Drag Race…
DetailsSoulful Christmas Tree Lighting
12/06
Michigan Street Baptist Church
Free
Kick-off the holiday season for an annual Christmas Tree Lighting! Sing along to Christmas Carols and enjoy free hot chocolate…
DetailsTab Benoit – “I Hear Thunder Tour”
12/06
The Big Easy in Buffalo NOLA series, also appearing – special guest Jesse Dayton.”Tab rarely plays the same show twice…
DetailsTab Benoit – The Big Easy in Buffalo NOLA Series
12/06
Town Ballroom
$42
Tab Benoit & The Big Easy in Buffalo NOLA SeriesSeats available for purchase Ages 12+, Minors under 16 must be…
DetailsThe Nutcracker Ballet
12/06 – 12/08
Shea’s Performing Arts Center
Neglia Ballet’s The Nutcracker returns to Shea’s Buffalo Theatre for its 15th presentation of the beloved holiday tradition. Neglia Ballet’s…
DetailsThe Strictly Hip at The Caz | GRAND OPENING WEEKEND
12/06
The Caz
$24
Doors 6:30pm | Show 8pm | 21+Food Service from 6:30pm to 9:30pmFAQs and more details at TheCazBuffalo.comGeneral Admission Seating on…
DetailsWinterfest at Losson Park
12/06
Losson Park – Stiglmeier Park
Free
FREE Holiday Event! Join us for some holiday fun at Losson Park! Music, themed crafts, holiday games, meet Santa &…
DetailsWish You Were Here | Arcangel Gallery Exhibit
12/06 – 01/19
Buffalo Botanical Gardens
Included with admission
This show debuts a series of illustrations that celebrate our Botanical Gardens and the artist’s childhood memories of them. Designed…
Details‘Twas the Funk Before Christmas
12/07
Kleinhans Music Hall – Mary Seaton Room
$40
‘Twas the FUNK before xmas when all through the house All the creatures were dancing, including the mice That might not have…
DetailsAlmost Queen
12/07
Babeville
They don’t just pay tribute to the legendary band, Almost Queen transports you back in time to experience the magic…
DetailsBuffalo Extreme vs. 518 Ballers
12/07
XGen Elite Sports Complex
The Buffalo eXtreme – professional basketball is back in WNY! After advancing to the national semi-finals in year one, we…
DetailsBuffalo Sabres vs. Utah Hockey Club
12/07
Buffalo Sabres Hockey – NHL
$41+
Watch the action as the Buffalo Sabres take on the Utah Hockey Club in this regular season game. The hard…
DetailsChristmas Time is Here – with Cheryl Ferris
12/07
PAUSA Art House
$12-$15
Let us put you in the holiday spirit with a joyful and jazzy celebration of the season. It may be…
DetailsChristmas in the Corridor – A Soulful Christmas
12/07
Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor
Join us for free family-friendly activities, such as: Black-owned Business Holiday Market Visits from Santa Claus Storytelling by Tradition Keepers:…
DetailsConifer Wreath Workshop
12/07
Buffalo Botanical Gardens
58.50 – 65
Start a new tradition this holiday season! Create a fresh, fragrant conifer wreath to add some festive greenery to your…
DetailsCozy Crafters Artisan Market
12/07 – 12/08
Buffalo Botanical Gardens
$0-16.50
The holidays are just around the corner, and there’s no better place to start your shopping than at the Botanical…
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