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.
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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RiverWorks Mafia Game Day Suites: Bills vs Patriots
10/04
Buffalo RiverWorks
Skip fighting for a table and give your crew their own home base for game day. RiverWorks Mafia Game Day…
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Sensory Hour Waterway of Change
10/04
Waterway of Change Museum at Canalside
For visitors with sensory sensitivities or anyone who prefers a calmer museum experience, we are offering a Sensory Hour every…
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The Gibson Brothers
10/04
Sportsmen’s Tavern
The Gibson Brothers There’s a reason why Ricky Skaggs pulled Eric and Leigh Gibson off the stage at the Ryman…
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Slow Roll Buffalo at Buffalo Olde Brewery
10/05
Buffalo Olde Brewery
Slow Roll Buffalo Monday Night Community Rides connect communities through guided rides for bicyclists of all ages and skill levels,…
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Starlight Members Show Art Exhibit
10/05
Starlight Studio and Art Gallery
First Annual exhibit featuring artwork by member-supporters of Starlight Studio! This inaugural exhibit features unique artwork created by the member-supporters…
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The Haunt – The Ghost Tour
10/05
Rec Room Buffalo
The Haunt is an American alternative rock band formed in Fort Lauderdale, Florida in 2015. The core of the group…
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Buffalo Sabres vs Minnesota Wild
10/06
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Sabres are set to host the Minnesota Wild at the Keybank Center October 6, 2026, at 8PM
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Goodbye June w/ Danny Worsnop
10/06
Buffalo Iron Works
Fusing hard rock licks with deep South blues and gospel swing, the three cousins are fueled by their desire to…
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Lancaster Village Walking Tour
10/06
Lancaster Historical Society
One of the most charming village centers in Erie County, Lancaster has a wealth of historic commercial and residential architecture,…
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Michael Franti Trio – Heartstrings & Dynamite
10/06
Electric City
Michael Franti Trio is an acclaimed musical ensemble led by the passionate and socially conscious artist Michael Franti. Known for…
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76th Street
10/07
Rec Room Buffalo
76 Street is a rising, independent American pop-rock songwriting duo consisting of childhood best friends Haley Gold and Spencer…
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College Night at the Museum!
10/07
Buffalo Museum of Science
October 7th is College Night at the Museum! Show your current college student ID and enjoy the Museum during our…
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Jerrod Carmichael On Stage In Buffalo
10/07
Helium Comedy Club
Jerrod Carmichael is an Emmy-winning comedian from Winston-Salem, NC. His most recent special, Rothaniel, can be streamed on HBO Max.…
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Sip and Create: Candlemaking
10/07
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Join us for a cozy evening of creativity at the Botanical Gardens! As part of our Sip & Shop Series,…
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The Riverline Tour of The Basswoods
10/07
Red Jacket River Front Park
Free one-hour tours to share our vision for transforming the former DL&W rail corridor into an amazing public space. Meet…
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Tom Robert
10/07
duende at Silo City
Tom Robert is a Buffalo NY born and bred singer-songwriter whose sound is deeply rooted in traditional blues, folk, and…
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2025 Buffalo International Film Festival
10/08
Various Locations
Every Fall, BIFF screens over 150 features and short films from around the world, combining festival favorites with unique discoveries…
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Buffalo Sabres vs Dallas Stars
10/08
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Sabres are set to host the Dallas Stars at the Keybank Center October 8, 2026, at 7PM
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Mobile Shakespeare Lab presents “Macbeth”
10/08
Katharine Cornell Theatre
In the fall of 2026, three college students in the United States are struggling. With mounting discourse and legislative action…
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SICARD HOLLOW
10/08
The Caz
Nashville’s psychedelic punk-grass rockers, Sicard Hollow, grew up sick of any existing institution telling them who and what to be.…
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THE RESIDENTS – ESKIMO LIVE
10/08
Electric City
The Residents are an avant-garde music and art collective that has captivated audiences since their formation in the early 1970s.…
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