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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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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Allman Betts Family Revival
12/04
Kleinhans Music Hall
$41-101
The Allman Betts Family Revival is an annual live event extravaganza hosted by the sons of Allman Brothers Band founders…
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve Winter Tour
12/04
KeyBank Center
Multi-platinum, progressive rock group Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) will be bringing its highly-anticipated Winter Tour 2024 to Buffalo. The tour marks a triple…
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Red Blazer Christmas Varieties
12/05
Good Shepard Lutheran Church
We are always so excited to present our Christmas Varieties to our friends and family! This season we will be…
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The Music of Carol King – Christina Custode
12/05
PAUSA Art House
Join us for an intimate and unforgettable evening as we celebrate the timeless music of Carole King! Prepare to be…
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A Charlie Brown Christmas
12/12 – 12/14
SunCliff on the Lake
A Christmas favorite returns to Pausa!
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Dr. 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…
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Jerron 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…
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Mindi 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”,…
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Music in the Lounge
11/01 – 12/27
Roycroft Inn – Craftsman Dining Room
Join us for an enchanting evening of live music every Friday from 8 to 11 PM in the cozy Craftsman…
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Tab 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…
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Tab 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…
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The 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…
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‘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…
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Almost 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…
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Christmas 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…
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Christmas 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:…
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Saturday Minuets and Mimosas
02/24 – 12/28
duende at Silo City
Chamber Music Series, every Saturday from 1-2 PM at the Main Bar Stage.
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Handel’s Messiah 2024
12/08
St, Mary’s R.C. Church
$33
The orchestra joins the Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus for a celebration of the season with Handel’s masterwork in one of Western…
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Miwi La Lupa + James Hatem
12/08
duende at Silo City
Free
Doors 6pm, Show 7pm. Join us at Duende at the Silo’s Bin Room for an unforgettable evening of soulful, bluesy and…
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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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Troupe Vertigo Holiday Show
12/10
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
This holiday season, the BPO presents a captivating performance unlike any other, featuring the awe-inspiring Troupe Vertigo. Led by Assistant…
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Straight No Chaser – “Top Shelf Tour”
12/12
Shea’s Performing Arts Center
If the phrase “male a cappella group” conjures up an image of students in blue blazers, ties, and khakis singing…
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