There’s no place like home for the holidays!
Whether or not you’re from Buffalo, the holiday spirit that fills the air all around town will have you feeling like you’re home. Enjoy the seasonal festivities of this winter wonderland by checking out our Holiday Guide. Here you’ll find ways to shop ’til you drop, discover Buffalo’s holiday history, enjoy a warm beverage with friends and catch a show full of holiday cheer. With fun for all ages, you’re guaranteed to have a jolly good time when you spend the holidays in Buffalo!
Looking to explore unique events in Buffalo throughout the year? Check out some local favorites, or see what’s happening this weekend.
Buffalo’s Best Holiday Markets
Make your shopping list and check it twice!
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Tom & Jerry Trail
Take a sip of our signature holiday drink
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Holiday Bucket List
Our best of the best!
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Buffalo’s Best Outdoor Skating Rinks
Lace up your skates and hit the ice!
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Restaurants in Buffalo Open on Christmas
Delicious flavor, even on a holiday!
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Historic Holiday Tours
Tours from Christmas past
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The Ultimate Buffalo Holiday Gift Guide
Give them the gift of Buffalo this year
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Holiday Movies at Historic Theaters
See holiday movies, new and old, on the big screen
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Taking A Tour of Temple Beth Zion
See their exquisite art glass windows
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Featured Event
Shea’s Shopping Soiree
11/19
Shea’s Buffalo
The annual Shea’s Shopping Soirée is returning to Shea’s Buffalo Theatre on Thursday, November 19th. Organized by Shea’s Young Professionals,…
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Turkey Trot 2026
11/26
Buffalo Convention Center
Get Ready to Gobble Up Some Fun at the 131st Annual YMCA Turkey Trot! Lace up those sneakers, because it’s…
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Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting
12/05
Rotary Rink at Fountain Plaza
Saturday, December 5, 2026, Community Bank presents the Annual Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration at Rotary Rink at Fountain Plaza.…
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Christmas Tree Lighting at the AKG
12/12
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Join the AKG for the official lighting of the museum’s traditional Christmas Tree, a performance, and a sing-along! This year’s…
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Williamsville Art Society Holiday Show
11/12 – 12/14
Amherst Center for Senior Services
Local Artistry: The exhibition showcases original pieces from over 50 local artists spanning multiple mediums, including oil, watercolor, acrylic, and…
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Sip and Shop at Olive and Sampson Co-Op
11/13
Olive and Sampson Co-Op
Explore a store full of booths featuring Christmas gifts, unique finds, and treats for the people on your list. And…
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Visit Santa at Walden Galleria
11/13 – 12/24
Walden Galleria Mall
Don’t miss Santa pictures at Walden Galleria! Walk ups welcome every day until closing time. Please Note: Multiple families are…
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Ho, Ho, Holiday: Free Kids Event
11/14
Hyatt’s All Things Creative
Bring the whole family to participate in creative holiday arts & crafts and activities for free! Great for ages 2+!…
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Shop til You Drop November Vendor Market
11/14
Polish Falcon Club Inc
For our 9th season, our Thanksgiving & Christmas themed vendor market will be returning to the Polish Falcons in 2026!
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‘Tis the Season: Jewish Contributions to the American Christmas Season Exhibit
11/15 – 01/10
Jewish Museum of Buffalo
What do Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, realistic-looking artificial pine trees, and some of America’s most beloved Christmas songs have in…
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Pentatonix: Christmas In The City Tour
11/18
KeyBank Center
Three-time GRAMMY Award-winning and Daytime EMMY Award-nominated vocal quintet Pentatonix have announced a new leg of their massively successful Christmas In The…
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2026 Lancaster Holiday Market
11/20 – 12/19
Lancaster Village Center
2026 Holiday Market in the Village of Lancaster. Join us for a festive shopping experience at the Lancaster Holiday Market,…
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Fall Makers + Shakers: Boozy Artisan Market 2026
11/20 – 11/29
The Powerhouse
Step Out Buffalo’s Fall Makers + Shakers is back this holiday season! The best shopping event of the year is…
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Poinsettia Exhibit at the Botanical Gardens
11/20 – 01/04
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
The holidays are here, and so is our annual Poinsettia Exhibit! Step into the warm embrace of our tropical conservatory,…
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Deco Lounge’s annual Holiday Pop Up Market
11/21
Deco Lounge
A LITTLE SHOPPING, A LITTLE SIPPING & WHOLE LOT OF HOLIDAY CHEER! We’re bringing back our Holiday Pop Up! Grab your…
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Holiday Card Linocut Workshop at the Botanical Gardens
11/21
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Explore linocut printmaking! Use carving tools to create your own unique rubber print block and Holiday Card. Discover this century…
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Shea’s Winter Wonderland
11/21
Shea’s Buffalo
Shea’s Winter Wonderland Returns! Join us on Saturday, November 21, from noon to 3 PM for festive performances, photos…
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Discover Allentown
11/23 – 11/28
Allentown Neighborhood
This holiday season, we’re celebrating the local storefronts and restaurants that make our neighborhood special! Take the week to shop,…
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Big Ol’ Gay Thanksgiving Comedy Show
11/25
Buffalo Comedy Collective
This queer, Palestinian redneck comedian is coming all the way from Texas. Silly, witty, sarcastic. Mom stuff. Weird stuff. Different…
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JAMSGIVING
11/25
Pearl Street Grill & Brewery
House Hustlers presents the 2nd Annual JAMSGIVING, taking over Pearl Street Grill & Brewery on Thanksgiving Eve. 11 acts across…
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Thanksgiving Eve DJ
11/25
Alchemy Wine & Beer
Come out on the biggest party night of the year and dance off all that pie to be consumed the…
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Buffalo Bills vs. Kansas City Chiefs
11/26
Highmark Stadium
The Buffalo Bills will host the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday, November 26, 2026, for a special Thanksgiving Day primetime…
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6th Annual Makers Market
11/27 – 11/28
Buffalo History Museum
The Buffalo History Museum is inviting all local makers to participate in our 6th annual Makers Market! Guests can explore…
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A Christmas Carol Cocktail Experience
11/27 – 11/28
The Grapevine Banquets & Event Center
A Christmas Carol Cocktail Experience is a dark, immersive reimagining of Dickens’ timeless ghost story in Buffalo, NY complete with…
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