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.
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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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Disney on Ice: Frozen and Encanto
10/17 – 10/19
KeyBank Center
$33+
For the first time, Disney On Ice invites families to step inside the magical adventures of Walt Disney Animation Studios’…
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A Gospel Symphony Celebration
10/18
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
Experience the uplifting power of Gospel music as the BPO, led by conductor Henry Panion III, welcomes Gospel legend Lady…
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Mark Twain Live!
10/18
West Falls Center for the Arts
Mike Randall is celebrating his 52nd year of performing MARK TWAIN LIVE! His first show was in May 1971 at…
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Art Alive 2024 Celebration
10/19
Join us in celebrating ArtAlive 2024 at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum! Join us for the 28th annual Art Alive! This…
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Pink Martini with China Forbes
10/19
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
Celebrate 30 years of Pink Martini, the “little orchestra” that could, as they bring their globally inspired repertoire to the…
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The TLC Trio – Songbirds of the 60’s
10/19
West Falls Center for the Arts
Get out your go-go boots! The TLC Trio of WNY – featuring the beautiful harmonies of Theresa Quinn, Leah Zicari,…
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Symphonic Spooktacular
10/20
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
A Halloween musical adventure for the family, featuring spooky classics and a costume parade across the Kleinhans stage. A fun-filled…
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Justin Timberlake
10/21
KeyBank Center
Due to fantastic demand, renowned musician, actor, and entertainer Justin Timberlake has announced the first round of leg 2 North America shows…
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Therapuss Live with Jake Shane
10/22
Electric City
$35-$145
Appearing live at Electric City, get your tickets now!
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Schubert Symphony #9, “The Great”
10/25 – 10/26
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
Experience the sublime romance of Debussy’s Clair de lune alongside Roberto Sierra’s heartfelt Violin Concerto, a musical homage to a…
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Durham County Poets
10/26
West Falls Center for the Arts
It all started in a small café in Ormstown, Quebec. The band continued to percolate and spread onto the Canadian…
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Christopher Behrend Solo Photography Show
10/27
Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center
Embark on the adventures of a professional artist/photographer whose passion for adventure has led a personal journey throughout the North…
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The Buena Vista Social Orchestra
10/27
Electric City
$35-$145
Appearing live at Electric City, get your tickets now!
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LP Giobbi: Way Back Home Tour
10/30
Electric City
LP Giobbi is a DJ, producer, pianist and activist who is quickly rising to superstar status, earning over 150M+ streams…
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The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
11/01 – 11/17
Shea’s Smith Theatre
Winner of the Tony and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee features…
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Tim Burton’s Nightmare Before Christmas Concert and Film
11/01
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
This Halloween season, join the BPO for a spellbinding performance of Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. As Jack Skellington’s…
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Little Big Town + Sugarland
11/02
KeyBank Center
Celebrating their 25th anniversary as one of country music’s most successful groups, multi-platinum GRAMMY® Award-winning four-piece Little Big Town & comprised of…
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Rickie Lee Jones and Sweet Honey in the Rock
11/02
Center for the Arts
Legendary Grammy-award winning singer-songwriter Rickie Lee Jones named the “premiere song-stylist and songwriter of her generation” by The New Yorker…
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The Music of Willie Nelson
11/02
West Falls Center for the Arts
General Admission $20.60; tables and VIP available
The band features Mark, Chris and Scott Panfil, members of the Buffalo music Hall of Fame. Chris is a Buffalo…
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Ben Folds: Paper Airplane Request Tour
11/07
Center for the Arts
Emmy-nominated, multi-platinum selling musician and composer Ben Folds announced the return of his popular Paper Airplane Request Tour, performing solo…
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WWE Friday Night Smackdown
11/08
KeyBank Center
Friday Night Smackdown is coming to Buffalo, NY. Don’t miss WWE stars Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton, LA Knight, Bianca Belair,…
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Who’s Bad – The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience
11/08
Electric City
$25.00-$75.00
Appearing at Electric City – get your tickets now!
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BBC Unplugged
11/09
West Falls Center for the Arts
The BBC is Western New York’s premier “British Invasion” band. This vocal power-house has seldom been enjoyed in an “unplugged”…
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