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.
More ExperiencesBuffalo Signature Events
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!
More ExperiencesGreat Lake Swimmers w/ Tough Old Bird
11/14
Buffalo Iron Works
Great Lake Swimmers bring their Caught Light Tour 2026 to Buffalo Iron Works on Saturday, November 14th! Doors open 7pm
DetailsHaudenosaunee Beadwork: Create a Beaded Bracelet
11/14
K Art Gallery
Join traditional Tuscarora beadwork artist Tina Mt. Pleasant (Tuscarora Nation, Turtle Clan) for a hands-on workshop presented in collaboration with…
DetailsHo, 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+!…
DetailsHome By 10 – A Dance Party For Adults
11/14 – 11/14
Rec Room Buffalo
HOME BY 10: THE Throwback Dance Party for Grown-Ups you have been hearing about! Think you’re too old for the…
DetailsHouse Funk Disco
11/14
No Fun Lo-Fi Bar
We’re back at No Fun for another all vinyl dance party and this time we’re bringing the crew! We thought…
DetailsHumboldt Parkway Documentary
11/14 – 11/15
North Park Theatre
A new documentary film titled Humboldt (or Humboldt Parkway), produced by Stephen Rosenthal, Stephen McKinley Henderson, and Jillian Hanesworth, premiered…
DetailsIndie Author Day and Book Fair 2026
11/14
Buffalo & Erie County Public Library – Central Library
Celebrate local and indie literary voices at Indie Author Day and Book Fair 2026! Indie Author Day is part of…
DetailsJKYL & HYDE
11/14
Town Ballroom
Jkyl & Hyde is a project defined by contrast. Chaos and control, beauty and intensity, held in the same breath.…
DetailsLego Printmaking
11/14
Western New York Book Arts Center
Hands-on lego printmaking art class in the Book Arts Studio! Get creative in our lego printmaking Class! Design your own…
DetailsLive German Music with our HAUS RESIDENCY
11/14 – 12/23
Hofbräuhaus Buffalo
PROST! THE HAUS RESIDENCY IS HERE! Nothing sounds quite like Hofbräuhaus Buffalo with live German music filling the Haus! Our…
DetailsMaria Bamford
11/14
Electric City
Maria Bamford is a celebrated comedian and actress known for her unique and innovative approach to stand-up comedy. With a…
DetailsMasters of American Architecture: Downtown Walking Tour 10am
11/14 – 01/09
Hotel At The Lafayette
At the turn of the twentieth century, Buffalo had grown to become the eighth largest city in America. The wealth…
DetailsMimosas & Minuets: Chamber Music at duende
11/14
duende at Silo City
A one-hour musical tour of more than 100 years of Brazilian choro, visiting landmark Afro-Brazilian composers and terminating with modern…
DetailsOur Famous Autumn Flea Market
11/14
Vigilant Fire Hall
These unique antique and collectibles market has long been considered Buffalo’s Favorite. Discover unusual & delightful gift items that are hard…
DetailsOvernight Youth Encampment
11/14 – 11/21
Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park
Spend the night aboard USS Little Rock! Our overnight youth encampment is a unique adventure for scouts, youth groups, friends,…
DetailsRefringe at the Bazaar
11/14
West Side Bazaar
We are excited to be hosting the folks of the Allentown Refringe collective on Saturday, November 14th!Free AdmissionLocal Vendors &…
DetailsRide The Solar-Powered Buffalo Heritage Carousel
11/14 – 11/28
Buffalo Heritage Carousel
The Buffalo Heritage Carousel honors the past and powers the future preserving a historic, locally made and restored carousel as…
DetailsScandalous Buffalo: Downtown Walking Tour 11am
11/14 – 11/21
Spot Coffee – Buffalo
Join us for a tour of the scandalous side of Buffalo history! On this downtown walking tour, you’ll learn some…
DetailsScreen Print Custom Pet Portraits Class
11/14
Western New York Book Arts Center
Hands-on screen print custom pet portraits class in the Book Arts Studio! Create a custom screen print portrait of your…
DetailsSeven Teller
11/14
Jack Rabbit
Seven Teller is an indie groove and art-rock band formed in 2020 by Baltimore musician and songwriter Sam Cochran. The…
DetailsShop 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!
DetailsSt. Adalbert Basilica Interior Tour
11/14 – 12/12
St. Adalbert Basilica
In 1886 a group of Polish immigrants applied to then-Bishop Rt. Rev. Stephen Ryan and received his approval to build…
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