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.
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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2026 NHL Draft
06/26
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Sabres will host the decentralized 2026 NHL Draft at KeyBank Center on June 26 and 27, 2026 It…
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The World’s Largest Rubber Duck at Canalside
07/03
Canalside Buffalo
Join us at Canalside for 4th of July weekend as we celebrate the return of the World’s Largest Rubber Duck!…
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Taste of Buffalo
07/11
Niagara Square
The Taste of Buffalo, presented by Tops, is the largest two-day food festival in the United States. It began in…
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Galbini Italian Heritage Festival
07/24
Hertel Avenue – North Buffalo
Benvenuti! Welcome to the Galbani Italian Heritage Festival of Buffalo, New York. Celebrating 50 years! Our festival on Hertel Avenue will take…
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Garden Walk Buffalo
07/25
Buffalo, NY
America’s largest garden tour is back! Hundreds of creative and gracious gardeners are looking forward to seeing you again &…
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Erie County Fair 2026
08/12
Fairgrounds in Hamburg
The Erie County Fair, held annually, is the largest fair of its kind in New York State, and the 3rd…
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24Th Annual Puerto Rican and Hispanic Day Parade
08/15
Buffalo City Hall
Join us for the 24th Annual Puerto Rican and Hispanic Day Parade of WNY in Buffalo NY. We will march…
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National Buffalo Wing Festival
08/29
Sahlen Field
Entering its 25th year, this top event in Buffalo, is recognized as one of the best festivals in the country!…
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Music Is Art Festival 2026
09/12
Buffalo’s Outer Harbor – Terminal B
The Music is Art Festival will return for its 24th year on September 12, 2026. Founded by Goo Goo Dolls…
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Borderland Music and Arts Festival
09/18
Knox Farm State Park
The Borderland Music and Arts Festival celebrates the rich history and renaissance of the region with a 3-day music and…
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2026 FIFA World Cup Watch Party at Frankie Primos
06/19
Frankie Primos +39
The World Cup is here!! Join us for every World Cup match with food specials, happy hour pours and the…
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6th Annual: Performing With A Purpose Juneteenth Celebration
06/19
Buffalo Iron Works
The energy is back bigger, louder, and more purposeful than ever! Join The Natural Hustle Entertainment at Buffalo Iron Works…
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Big Jay Oakerson
06/19
Helium Comedy Club
Big Jay Oakerson is one of the most beloved and easily recognizable comedians working today. His laid-back style and dirty delivery…
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Bop To The Top Tour
06/19
Town Ballroom
Funtime & MassConcerts BOP TO THE TOP TOUR Celebrating 20 years of Hannah Montana and High School Musical! Join us…
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Captain Tom and the Hooligans
06/19
Buffalo Olde Brewery
Set sail for a great Friday night with Captain Tom and the Hooligans live at Buffalo Olde Brewery. Expect spirited…
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DARK STAR ORCHESTRA
06/19
Terminal B at the Outer Harbor
Dark Star Orchestra is a Grateful Dead tribute band formed in Chicago, Illinois. They serve now as an international touring…
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Delaware Avenue Mansions Exterior Walking Tour
06/19
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
The richest of the rich in Buffalo put their wealth on full display on this section of Delaware Avenue, home…
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Elmwood Village Victorians Neighborhood Walking Tour
06/19
Elmwood Avenue & Bryant Street
Exploring the streets of the Elmwood Village, we will see a varied assortment of architectural styles and details. Developed along…
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Exclusive Spotlight Tour: Essex Arts Center
06/19
Essex Arts Center
Experience the vibrant creativity of Essex Art Center where every visit brings fresh inspiration and there’s always something extraordinary happening.…
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Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fontana Boathouse Tour
06/19
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fontana Boathouse
Join us for a tour of the only rowing boathouse designed by Frank Lloyd Wright! Originally designed by Wright in…
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Happy Hour Downtown Tour: Stories of Pints, Power, & People
06/19
Big Ditch Brewing Company
How Light, Ideas, and Community Built a City Why is Buffalo called a Lit City? And also the City of…
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Ice Cream Play Half- Day Camp
06/19
Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum
Registration is now open for our upcoming camps while school is out of session! Ideal for children in Kindergarten through…
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Jefferson Avenue Friday Night Live
06/19
Jefferson Avenue
Music, dance, vendor’s, family-friendly every Friday night through-out the summer Due to construction on Jefferson Ave. and E. Utica there’s…
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