Events

With all the exciting events going on year-round, you'll never run out of things to do in Buffalo! From the Taste of Buffalo, Allentown Art Festival, Garden Walk Buffalo and the National Buffalo Wing Festival to free outdoor music concerts and ethnic food festivals of every stripe, our special events and festivals bring in visitors from all over the world.



Upcoming Events › Outdoor Recreation

Larkin Spring Stroll

Saturday, May. 11th
From: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Enjoy a Spring Stroll along Seneca Street in Larkinville on Saturday, May 11th from 11 am & 3 pm, with some venues open earlier and some later. Stay tuned for special programming details. With two new venues opening in Larkinville in April, Meet & Eat Charcuterie and B Sweet Designs, the neighborhood continues to grow and offer a wide variety of restaurants, shops and fun places to visit.

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Buffalo Niagara Dragon Boat Festival

Saturday, Jun. 15th
From: 7:45 AM to 5:00 PM

See the majestic sport of Dragon Boat Racing at the Hope Chest’s annual Buffalo Niagara Dragon Boat FestivalSM. Join us for a day of dragon boat racing and fun-filled activities for the whole family.  Dragon boating is a boat of 20 paddlers, a drummer and a steer person. It is a team sport that requires power, speed, synchronization and endurance. Participant skills range from novice to competitive though no experience is required. Teams will represent local Western New York corporations, breast cancer survivors, police forces, firemen, and other community organizations.

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Taste of Diversity Festival 2024

Saturday, Jun. 29th
Free; From: 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM

The Taste of Diversity Festival takes place each year on Grant Street, in the heart of Buffalo’s bourgeoning West Side Market District, one of the cities’ fastest growing business districts and most diverse neighborhoods . Plan to spend the day – there is always lots of delicious food, great vendors and wonderful live music all day long, all on Grant Street – the heart of one of Buffalo’s fastest growing business districts and most diverse neighborhoods.

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Reinstein Woods Artisan Market

Saturday, Jul. 13th
From: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Come browse local artists, get some delicious BBQ and enjoy the fresh air at Reinstein Woods (93 Honorine Drive, Depew, NY 14043). Give back to our community by shopping and supporting local. Artists & Vendors will be selling their items for purchase all day & organic veggies, local honey, watercolor paintings, jewelry, soy candles and much more!

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Buffalo Cherry Blossom Festival

Saturday, Apr. 27th - Sunday, Apr. 28th
Free

Celebrating its 11th year, the Buffalo Cherry Blossom Festival has blossomed into Buffalo’s favorite springtime celebration. Meet your friends and neighbors in the Japanese Garden in Delaware Park, to welcome spring to Western New York.

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Food Truck Tuesdays

Food Truck Tuesdays

Tuesday, Jun. 4th - Tuesday, Aug. 27th
Free; From: 05:00 PM to 08:00 PM

Food Truck Tuesday returns to Larkin Square on Tuesday June 4th and runs through August 27th, 5 PM – 8 PM, The event features live music, a Healthy Option menu choice at each truck plus free admission and parking. There will be a rotation of 39 food trucks. The roster of trucks serving at the next Food Truck Tuesday will be posted weekly on LarkinSquare.com

 Admission and parking are free thanks to KeyBank and Independent Health.

 Here is the season band line up for Food Truck Tuesday:

6/4        Walter Kemp 3 Quartet

6/11       McCarthyizm

6/18       Diyené

6/25      The Fever Pitch String Quartet

7/2         Stress Dolls

7/9         Whitford-Klyma Band

7/16        RNSM

7/23        Sabu Adeyola & Oasis

7/30       Tim Britt Band

8/6         Zak Ward

8/13        Dueling Pianos Band

8/20       Dee Adams’ Grand Isle Opry

8/27       Jony James Band

Guests are welcome to bring a folding chair or picnic blanket. Sorry, no pets, smoking, coolers, large bags or outside food or beverages are allowed.

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Live at Larkin Music Series

Live at Larkin Music Series

Wednesday, Jun. 5th - Wednesday, Aug. 28th
Free; From: 05:00 PM to 08:00 PM

KeyBank Live at Larkin Wednesday evening concerts are the signature night for music in Larkinville  This season brings a fun mix of more themed cover nights along with returning and new to Larkin Square bands. Bratts Hill restaurant in Larkin Square will be open for service along with a selection of food trucks. Live at Larkin is the perfect way to get over the mid-week hump, with hula-hooping, dancing, socializing, and enjoying a fun and relaxing night in Larkinville!  Plenty of free parking available! 

 

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Southern Junction BBQ Cruise

Wednesday, Jun. 19th - Wednesday, Aug. 28th

James Beard Award Nominee, Chef Ryan Fernandez of Southern Junction combines his Texan and Indian backgrounds into a brand new culinary experience. Hop aboard the Grand Lady for a two hour evening cruise around Buffalo Harbor while enjoying Chef Ryan’s unique and delicious offerings.
Includes live music and a fully stocked cash bar.
Boarding at 6:30pm, sailing 7:00-9:00pm from 275 Ganson St.

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Canal Fest 2024

Sunday, Jul. 14th - Sunday, Jul. 21st
Free; Check site for hours

Canal Fest of the Tonawanda’s is the largest outdoor festival of its kind!  Encompassing 2-square miles along the banks the Historic Erie Barge Canal, 
this family-focused, 8-day festival is shared by the Twin Cities of Tonawanda & North Tonawanda in beautiful Western New York.  Nearly 300,000 visitors each year are drawn to its attractions, food, live music and premier events.

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Upper Deck Golf

Saturday, Jul. 27th - Sunday, Jul. 28th

Upper Deck Golf is a once in a lifetime golfing experience inside the most legendary stadiums and ballparks across the country! Enjoy a VIP experience while hitting tee shots from the upper deck throughout the stadium, down to custom greens on the field below. You’ll start and end your round at the clubhouse festival inside the stadium with great music, cold beers, food and multiple golfing challenges for you and your friends.

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