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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Rival Sons – Domestic Bliss Tour
11/24
Town Ballroom
Funtime Presents Rival Sons Domestic Bliss Tour with The Blue Stones The Velveteers Rival Sons Domestic Bliss Tour VIP Package One…
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Buffalo Sabres vs New York Rangers
11/25
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Sabres are set to host the New York Rangers at the Keybank Center November 25, 2026, at 7:00PM
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Buffalo Sabres vs New York Rangers
11/25
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Sabres are set to host the New York Rangers March 6, 2027, at the Keybank Center at 3:00PM
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The Strictly Hip
11/25
Town Ballroom
Funtime Presents The Strictly Hip Thanksgiving Eve The Strictly Hip’s annual Thanksgiving Eve concert at Town Ballroom. In recognition…
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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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A SHERLOCK CAROL
11/27
Irish Classical Theatre Company
When a grown-up Tiny Tim asks Holmes to investigate the mysterious death of Ebenezer Scrooge, Sherlock must use his gifts…
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Buffalo Sabres vs Pittsburgh Penguins
11/27
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Sabres are set to host the Pittsburgh Penguins at the Keybank Center November 27, 2026, at 8:00PM
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Buffalo Sabres vs Pittsburgh Penguins
11/27
KeyBank Center
The Buffalo Sabres are set to host the Pittsburgh Penguins at the Keybank Center March 2, 2027, at 7:00PM
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Buffalo Winter Market
11/27
The Richardson Olmsted Campus
The Buffalo Holiday Market returns for 2026, bringing the joy and enchantment of a European Christmas to Western New York.…
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Friendsgiving Cocktail Party at VUE Rooftop Lounge
11/27
Vue Rooftop Lounge
Enjoy Friendsgiving cocktails with views of downtown at VUE Rooftop Lounge. Your reservation includes a signature cocktail, light bites, live…
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Poinsettias After Dark at the Botanical Gardens
11/27
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Experience the magic of the holidays during Poinsettias After Dark! Thousands of twinkling lights will guide you through our magically…
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Santa at the Botanical Gardens
11/27
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Join us at the Botanical Gardens on Friday, November 28, and Saturday, November 29, to meet the one and only Santa Claus!…
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Santa at the Botanical Gardens
11/27
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Join us at the Botanical Gardens on Friday, November 28, and Saturday, November 29, to meet the one and only Santa Claus!…
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Buffalo Extreme vs Syracuse Monarchs
11/28
XGEN Elite Sports Complex
The Buffalo eXtreme is a basketball team based in Buffalo, New York. The team competes in the American Basketball Association (ABA)…
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Death From Above 1979
11/28
Town Ballroom
Death from Above 1979 is a Canadian rock duo from Toronto, Ontario, formed in 2001 by bassist Jesse F. Keeler…
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Disney’s Frozen
11/28
Shea’s 710 Theatre
Full of magic, humor, and a stunning musical score, this powerful tale of sisterhood, acceptance, and finding the real meaning…
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Silent Disco Pajama Party
11/28
Forbes Theater
Wear the same clothes- but take a break from Netflix for a night & come dance in your COZIEST pajamas…
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World’s Largest Disco
11/28
Buffalo Convention Center
This massive annual festival is held every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving since 1979, paying tribute to the 1970s…
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Buffalo Extreme vs Central PA Kings
11/29
XGEN Elite Sports Complex
The Buffalo eXtreme is a basketball team based in Buffalo, New York. The team competes in the American Basketball Association (ABA)…
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O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy
12/01
Buffalo State Performing Arts Center
Fans of Monty Python, Mr. Bean, and Dr. Seuss Grab your teacups! Combining British propriety with an unabashed love for…
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Dexter and The Moonrocks
12/02
Town Ballroom
Funtime Presents Dexter and The Moonrocks Dexter and the Moonrocks are an American rock band from Throckmorton, Texas formed…
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Aqueous [Night 1]
12/04
Town Ballroom
Aqueous is an American groove-rock band formed in 2006 in Buffalo, NY. The group is well-known in the music festival…
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FULLY CLOTHED GENTS – The Music Of Barenaked Ladies
12/04
The Caz
Fully Clothed Gents are WNY’s fun-filled tribute to the iconic Barenaked Ladies. Expect a night packed with all their greatest…
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