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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Cozy Crafters Artisan Market at the Botanical Gardens
12/12
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Step into the enchanting wonderland of Buffalo’s most unique venue, aglow with twinkling lights and adorned with hundreds of vibrant…
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Heather Ann Williams Holiday Open House
12/12
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Join us for a day of celebrating the legacy of Buffalo AKG board member and Convergence Council member Heather Ann…
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Holiday Stroll in Larkinville 2026
12/12
Larkin Square
Take a Holiday Stroll through Larkinville on Saturday, December 12th. Some venues open earlier and some later. Enjoy a festive…
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Last Minute Holiday Marketplace
12/12
Western New York Book Arts Center
The Book Arts’ Last Minute Panic Holiday Marketplace is a vendor market just in the nick of time for this…
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Santa Land 2026
12/12
Chestnut Ridge Park
The holiday tradition you know and love is back, with some added fun! Enjoy hayrides to Santa’s Workshop, live animals,…
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Soul ball Gala
12/12
The Foundry
Join the Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor Commission for an evening of Soooouuulllll. The Annual Soul ball Gala will…
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The Charlie Brown Trio – “Charlie Brown is in Town” – SATURDAY SHOW
12/12
PAUSA Art House
Every year, this show sells out, all three nights, so don’t wait to get your tickets. Celebrate the timeless music…
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Wayland Holiday Market 2026
12/12
Wayland Brewing
Welcome back to Wayland Holiday Market! Join us for a festive afternoon of local vendors and artisans for your holiday…
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A Celtic Christmas
12/13
Hull Family Home & Farmstead
Join us at the Hull Family Home & Farmstead for a special afternoon of traditional Celtic music with local ensemble…
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Jazz Buffalo: A Charlie Brown Christmas
12/16
Beebe’s on the Square
On Wednesday, December 16, Art Meets Jazz brings that music to the intimate setting of the Hunt Art Gallery and Beebe’s on…
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A Jazz Holiday With Star People and Alex McArthur
12/17
PAUSA Art House
Celebrate the season with Star People and special guest vocalist Alex McArthur for an evening that brings a distinctly jazz…
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Buffalo Winter/Holiday Market
12/17 – 12/23
Front Park
The Buffalo Holiday Market returns for 2026 at its new home, Front Park, 121 Porter Avenue, Buffalo, NY, bringing the…
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Christmas at The Jazz Lounge
12/17
Statler Buffalo
There is something about the Rendezvous Room at the Statler that feels right for Christmas. Maybe it’s the history of…
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Muppet Family Scriptmas!
12/17 – 12/19
Buffalo Comedy Collective
Experience Jim Henson’s finest hour like never before with Muppet Family Scriptmas A Live Reading of Muppet Family Christmas. Buffalo’s…
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Holiday Concert: Elliott Scozzaro Quintet
12/18
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
The Buffalo AKG is delighted to present a holiday concert featuring the Elliot Scozzaro Quintet in the museum’s Stanford and…
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Silent Disco at Statler Buffalo
12/18
Statler Buffalo
Choose your channel and own the dance floor three sounds, glowing headphones, and a glamourous Silent Disco night at The…
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The Betsy Carmichael Christmas Special
12/18 – 12/20
Shea’s Smith Theatre
The Betsy Carmichael Christmas Special, Buffalo’s favorite interactive holiday comedy, for a limited engagement at Shea’s Smith Theatre, December 18&20,…
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The Jay/Sharptet: A Holiday Celebration with the Music of Chet Baker
12/18
PAUSA Art House
Celebrate the season with the Jay/Sharptet for a special holiday performance featuring festive favorites alongside arrangements inspired by the music…
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The Night Before Christmas
12/18 – 12/20
Lancaster Opera House
A Lancaster Opera House holiday tradition returns! The Night Before Christmas is a heartwarming, interactive family musical filled with laughter,…
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Holiday Magic in the Village Festival
12/19
Roycroft Campus
Experience the magic with family-friendly crafts and activities, live animals, unforgettable entertainment, enchanting holiday carolers and of course, Santa! Use…
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Holiday Train Show
12/19 – 12/20
Broadway Market
The Broadway Market hosts its annual Holiday Train Show in front area of the market. Free and open to the…
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Polymer Clay Winter Wreaths (Ages 5-7)
12/19
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
In this hands-on workshop, young artists will craft mini decorative wreaths using colorful polymer clay. Students will learn slab-rolling, twisting,…
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Christmas with Harmonia
12/20
St. Joseph University Church
Everyone’s favorite time of year! Celebrate with us as we sing Advent and Christmas carols ancient and new Harmonia Chamber…
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Sister’s Christmas Catechism: The Mystery Of The Magi’s Gold
12/23
Shea’s Smith Theatre
It’s CSI: Bethlehem in this holiday mystery extravaganza, by the author of the Late Nite Catechism series, as Sister takes…
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