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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In Buffalo, there’s always something fun and exciting happening. Check out what’s going on today.
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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!
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Orchid Exhibit
01/23 – 03/09
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Included with admission
Exciting pops of color will breathe even more life into our lush greenhouses this winter thanks to the return of…
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2025 Buffalo Auto Show
01/30 – 02/02
Buffalo Niagara Convention Center
The Buffalo Auto Show is Western New York’s Premier New Vehicle Automotive Event! At the 2025 Auto Show visitors will…
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Brewski 2025
02/15
Knox Farm State Park
The ever-popular Brewski returns to Knox Farm State Park on Saturday, February 15th. Bring your skis, your snowshoes, your hiking…
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Over the Rainbow: Celebrating the 120th Birthday of Harold Arlen
02/16
Kleinhans Music Hall – Mary Seaton Room
Join us on Sunday, February 16 as we pay tribute to one of Buffalo’s most legendary musical icons, Harold Arlen,…
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“Ink & Insight: 20 Years of Adam Zyglis Cartoons:
10/18 – 05/31
Buffalo History Museum
For the past two decades, Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist Adam Zyglis has created more than 4,000 pieces of visual commentary…
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Adult SciNight: Museum Mysteries
01/15
Buffalo Museum of Science
$30
Have you ever wondered how scientists identify plant and animal species, analyze chemical properties, and classify minerals? Dive into the…
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Buffalo Sabres vs. Carolina Hurricanes
01/15
Buffalo Sabres Hockey – NHL
$41+
Watch the action as the Buffalo Sabres take on the Carolina Hurricanes in this regular season game. The hard hitting,…
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Curling 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…
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Dinner in an Igloo!
10/01 – 03/31
Tappo
This unique, intimate dining experience is perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or just getting friends together for a memorable night…
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Ice 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…
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Igloo’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.
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Joan Smith & the Jane Does
01/15
Buffalo Iron Works
Joan Smith & the Jane Does are leaving an indelible mark on Canada’s rock scene. Praised by Great Dark Wonder…
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Science Sleuth Month at the Buffalo Museum of Science
01/01 – 01/31
Buffalo Museum of Science
Starting at $17
Become a detective and solve mysteries utilizing science! Use forensic science to discover whodunit or explore animal clues in nature.…
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Unwind Wednesdays
01/15 – 05/21
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
$10 admission
We all know that the hustle and bustle of our day-to-day lives can be stressful and tiring, which is exactly…
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Wish 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…
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Buffalo Corner Reading Series
01/16
Free
Buffalo Corner Reading Series takes place Thursday, January 16, 7- 8:30 p.m., in person and via Zoom. Featured readers: Gary…
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Exhibition: Electric Op
09/27 – 01/27
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Electric Op the museum’s next special exhibition on view from September 27, 2024, to January 27, 2025. Electric Op will…
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Exhibition: That Which Binds Us
11/09 – 05/12
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Buffalo AKG Art Museum announced That Which Binds Us, a new exhibition of recently acquired artworks made using fabric and…
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Jay/Sharp-tet w/ Far Trio at The Caz
01/16
The Caz
$20
Doors 6:00pm | Show 7:30pm | All AgesFood Service from 6pm to 9:30pmFAQs and more details at TheCazBuffalo.comCabaret • Plenty of…
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Khan! The Musical
01/16 – 01/26
O’Connell & Company
Hold onto your phasers, “Khan!!! The Musical!”, is an absolute riot a side-splitting parody that takes the epic saga of…
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Stavo Plays Rush & Queen Mary – A Tribute to Queen
01/16
Buffalo Iron Works
$15
Stavo Plays Rush and Queen Mary – A Tribute to Queen join forces for one night only at Buffalo Iron…
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The Elovaters – High Tide Low Ride Tour
01/16
Electric City
Exploding into the American progressive roots scene in 2018 with their #1 Billboard Reggae album Defy Gravity, The Elovaters have…
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Tifft Wellness Walks
01/02 – 02/27
Tifft Nature Preserve
Free
Drop by Tifft Nature Preserve every Thursday and join us for a casual volunteer-led tour of the Preserve. Please call…
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Buffalo Sabres vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
01/17
KeyBank Center
$54+
The Buffalo Sabres host the Pittsburgh Penguins at KeyBank Center.
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