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Sun May 18th

Love-In-Bloom Wedding Showcase

Friends of Knox Farm State Park

The Friends of Knox Farm State Park will be hosting the first annual Love-In-Bloom Wedding Showcase on Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the historic Mansion at Knox Farm in East Aurora,…

Sun May 18th

International Museum Day

Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum

Come celebrate International Museum Day with HCFM! General Admission rates still apply.

Sun May 18th

Maria Chávez

Hallwalls

Born in Lima, Peru and based in NYC, Maria Chávez is best known as an abstract turntablist, sound artist and DJ. Coincidence, chance and failures are themes that unite her work across mediums,…

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Sun May 18th

Queen City Roller Derby Playoffs: Alley Kats vs Devil Dollies

Buffalo Riverworks

The 2025 home team season is coming to a close, but not before the Playoffs decide who will go onto the Championship Cup. The Alley Kats are returning to take on the Devil Dollies. Their last match was…

Wed Jan 15th → Wed May 21st

Unwind Wednesdays

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

We all know that the hustle and bustle of our day-to-day lives can be stressful and tiring, which is exactly why we’re inviting you to join us for Unwind Wednesdays! Join us on the third Wednesday…

Wed May 21st

Carolyn Korsmeyer, Elizabeth Costello & K.E. Semmel In Conversation

Hallwalls

After a career as a university professor teaching and publishing in philosophy, Carolyn Korsmeyer turned her hand to fiction. Her previous two novels include a historical narrative and a contemporary…

Fri May 23rd

Jump Start Students, "Envision" & BPS Art Educators, "el·e·men·tal"

Buffalo Arts Studio

Buffalo Arts Studio is excited to present the Jump Start Biennial Student Exhibition, “Envision,” running concurrently with the Buffalo Public School Art Educators Exhibition, “el·e·men·tal.”…

Fri May 16th → Fri May 23rd

Hops for HOPE

Resurgence Brewing Co

Catholic Charities of Buffalo is hosting its second Hops for HOPE, a celebration of the work of the agency and a call to support Appeal 2025, at Resurgence Brewing. Following the success of the inaugural…

Sat May 24th

Kiddieland Opens

Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum

Come join us as we reopen our amazing outdoor kiddie rides for the season!

Sun Mar 2nd → Sun May 25th

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Sun Mar 2nd → Sun May 25th

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Queen City Roller Derby Bootcamp

Rainbow Roller Rink

Do you want to try Roller Derby but are worried about your age, size, or lack of experience? Were you an athlete in high school or college and miss team sports? Well, roller derby is for you…YES…

Wed May 28th

Claire Kahane in conversation with Carolyn Korsmeyer

Hallwalls

Join us at Hallwalls for an evening with author and critic Claire Kahane in conversation with novelistand philosopher Carolyn Korsmeyer, discussing Kahane’s new memoir Nine Lives: My Risky Roadfrom…

Wed May 28th

Claire Kahane Book Launch, "Nine Lives"

Hallwalls

Join us at Hallwalls for an evening with author and critic Claire Kahane in conversation with novelist and philosopher Carolyn Korsmeyer, discussing Kahane’s new memoir Nine Lives: My Risky…

Mon Mar 24th → Fri May 30th

Days: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

Mon Mar 24th → Fri May 30th

Days: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

High School Sailing

Buffalo Yacht Club Foundation

High School sailing is a great opportunity for sailors to get out on the water and during the school year and enhance racing skills to compete against local high schools as well as high schools across…

Fri May 23rd → Sat May 31st

Fundraiser Plant Sale at Hawk Creek Wildlife

Hawk Creek Wildlife Center

BRIGHTEN YOUR GARDEN WHILE BENEFITING WILDLIFE during Hawk Creek Wildlife Center’s annual Fundraiser Plant Sale! Gardeners will be tickled pink to take advantage of the great selection of beautiful…

Sat May 31st

Wild Brews at Hawk Creek Wildlife

Hawk Creek Wildlife Center

Cheers! Experience the WILD with this one-of-a-kind VIP event. Beer, food, live music and special animal encounters await you. This exciting evening lets YOU feel like the VIP as you mingle with Hawk…

Sat May 31st

Genkin Philharmonic

Hallwalls

The Genkin Philharmonic, a Buffalo, NY based ten-piece electro-acoustic chamber ensemble, was founded in 2000 by Jon Nelson at the University at Buffalo Music Department. Originally conceived as a class…

Mon Jun 2nd

Virtual Art Sale Kick-off

Rochester Contemporary Art Center

Join the VIRTUAL art sale kick-off June 2, at roco6x6.org. Get your access code for $15 general / $10 for members 6x6 IS A FUNDRAISER! Every $20 artwork purchase supports our future exhibitions &…

Thu Jun 5th

Annual Hallwalls Auction

Hallwalls

The Annual Hallwalls Auction (AHA!) is Thursday, June 5 inside Asbury Hall. Don't miss your chance to take home exceptional contemporary works that are woven into Hallwalls' rich history. Tickets &…

Sat Jun 7th

Spring into Summer Craft & Vendor Fair

Polish Falcons Society of Depew

Crafters & Vendors... Basket Raffle.... Shopping... and more! Come out to support Buffalo's local small businesses. FREE ADMISSION. $5/5min massages available. You don't need to be present to win…

Sun Jun 8th

Rebekah Basket Raffle

St. Patricks

Rebekah Basket Raffle 1395 George Urban Blvd. Cheektowaga NY 14225 Basket Raffle hosted by the Rebekahs of Erie and Niagara Genesee District Doors open at 12:30pm Drawing starts at 2:00pm sharp Basket…

Sat Jun 7th → Sun Jun 8th

Bonsai Show

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

The Buffalo Bonsai Society and the Botanical Gardens proudly present the return of the annual Bonsai Show. Meet with members of the Bonsai Society and learn about their craft as they display amazing bonsai…

Fri Jun 6th → Sun Jun 8th

44th Annual Strawberry Festival

Merritt Estate Winery

This family fun event is free admission and features live music, artisan vendors, great food, wine and craft beer, and our famous wine slush! There will also be a balloon artist, a bounce house,…

Fri Mar 21st → Fri Jun 13th

Mini Tour Fridays

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Visit the Botanical Gardens on select Friday afternoons for complimentary, 30-minute “mini tours.” Learn all about the highlights of our first six greenhouses from our knowledgeable Garden…

Sat Jun 14th

Animal Play Day at Hawk Creek Wildlife

Hawk Creek Wildlife Center

Come see our animals as you never have before! This immersive and family-friendly event features behind-the-scenes and up-close encounters with Hawk Creek’s live raptors, corvids, wild cats, reptiles…

Sat Jun 14th

Wild Photo Day at Hawk Creek Wildlife

Hawk Creek Wildlife Center

CAPTURE THE BEAUTY OF LIVE WILDLIFE THROUGH A CAMERA LENS. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to photograph beautiful wildlife up-close, without barriers, and in a natural setting. Recreational, amateur,…

Sat Jun 14th

Rose Show

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

The WNY Rose Society is hosting their annual rose show June 14th! View over 100 of the most beautiful roses Western New York has to offer. Learn about which roses grow best in our area, and get ideas…

Fri May 23rd → Sat Jun 14th

Days: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

Fri May 23rd → Sat Jun 14th

Days: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

Jump Start Students, "Envision" & BPS Art Educators, "el·e·men·tal"

Buffalo Arts Studio

Buffalo Arts Studio is excited to present the Jump Start Biennial Student Exhibition, “Envision,” running concurrently with the Buffalo Public School Art Educators Exhibition, “el·e·men·tal.”…

Fri May 30th → Sun Jun 15th

Days: Sun, Thu, Fri, Sat

Fri May 30th → Sun Jun 15th

Days: Sun, Thu, Fri, Sat

Crocodile Fever, by Meghan Tyler, runs May 30 – June 15 at the Irish Classical Theatre Company

Irish Classical Theatre Company

Prepare to be plunged into the darkly comic and fiercely captivating world of Crocodile Fever by Meghan Tyler, praised by THE LIST as “brilliant, batshit and brutal.” Fueled by Taytos, gin,…

Fri May 9th → Wed Jun 18th

Blooming Colors

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Blooming Colors is an evocative exhibition by local Western New York artist Susan M. Palys, celebrating the vibrant beauty of nature through a collection of floral-inspired artworks and mixed media…

Sat Jun 21st

National Band Organ Day

Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum

With general admission, visitors can listen to various organs and participate in music themed educational programming!

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Watercolor Bees and Blooms | Watercolor Workshop

Jump Start Students, "Envision" & BPS Art Educators, "el·e·men·tal"

Music & Market Mondays at Buffalo River Grove Picnic & Events Center

44th Annual Strawberry Festival

Love-In-Bloom Wedding Showcase

International Museum Day

Maria Chávez

Queen City Roller Derby Playoffs: Alley Kats vs Devil Dollies

Unwind Wednesdays

Carolyn Korsmeyer, Elizabeth Costello & K.E. Semmel In Conversation

Jump Start Students, "Envision" & BPS Art Educators, "el·e·men·tal"

Hops for HOPE

Kiddieland Opens

Queen City Roller Derby Bootcamp

Claire Kahane in conversation with Carolyn Korsmeyer

Claire Kahane Book Launch, "Nine Lives"

High School Sailing

Fundraiser Plant Sale at Hawk Creek Wildlife

Wild Brews at Hawk Creek Wildlife

Genkin Philharmonic

Virtual Art Sale Kick-off

Annual Hallwalls Auction

Spring into Summer Craft & Vendor Fair

Rebekah Basket Raffle

Bonsai Show

44th Annual Strawberry Festival

Mini Tour Fridays

Animal Play Day at Hawk Creek Wildlife

Wild Photo Day at Hawk Creek Wildlife

Rose Show

Jump Start Students, "Envision" & BPS Art Educators, "el·e·men·tal"

Crocodile Fever, by Meghan Tyler, runs May 30 – June 15 at the Irish Classical Theatre Company

Blooming Colors

National Band Organ Day

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