Saturday August 1st, 2015
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Porter Cup
This 72-hole, medal-play elite amateur golf tournament is held annually at the Niagara Falls Country Club in Lewiston, New York. It was first played in 1959 and over the years has hosted some of the biggest names in golf. 2015 is no exception.
The Forgiveness Project
The Forgiveness Project is a day of training and inspiration for the church of Buffalo. Dr., Rev. Mike Barry, former Director of Pastoral Care at the Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Philadelphia, will join us to present three important training sessions during this special event. The topics will… >>
Gloriana
LOST ELYSIUM with SEVEN FACES, DODRIVER and STALKING NEPTUNE
Lost Elysium is coming back to Buffalo for a show dedicated to our fans. We've lowered ticket prices to only $5 Pre-Sale and will be holding a raffle with the proceeds going to Music is Art in honor of Ryan Casullo. The show will ft WNY's finest: Stalking Neptune, DODRIVER and Seven Faces. We want… >>
Wilson Wine & Art Festival
Enjoy the fruits of the vine from local wineries, work by local artists and crafters, and live music. It's free to browse or pay just $10 for unlimited wine tastings and a commemorative glass.
Wings Flights of Hope BBQ
Wings Flights of Hope volunteers help patients by flying them to and from medical treatments for free. The Wings Flight Annual BBQ is a fun way to support this serious endeavor. Tickets to one of Buffalo's biggest BBQs are just $35 (pre-sale), $40 at the door. Call 716-667-0815 for tickets or to donate… >>
Color Run
Also known as The Happiest 5K on the Planet, this race involves chucking paint, making people smile, and lots of fun. The start line is its own pre-race party with music, dancing, warmup stretching and giveaways. The start-line window opens at 8:00am with the Runners Only Wave, followed by the "Run/Walk/Dance/Cartwheel/Party… >>
Jake "The Snake" Roberts' UNSPOKEN WORD: Tales From The Road
Jake "The Snake" Roberts UNSPOKEN WORD Enter one of the greatest minds in pro wrestling history when WWE Hall of Famer Jake "The Snake" Roberts tells classic stories from in and out of the ring Aug. 1 at 1811 Comics in Williamsville. Jake unleashes his road stories and pranks he played on his opponents.… >>
The Great Contraption Race
This fun, 2-person and 4-person team race down the lower Niagara River on floating contraptions begins in Lewiston and finishes in Youngstown, during a fun-filled day of food, entertainment and family activities. Food and beverage will be supplied at the finish line with music and awards for team competitors… >>
Deon Cole
Deon Cole is one of the most requested headlining comedians in the club and college circuit nation wide. He continues to be a featured guest correspondent on CONAN where he was also a two time Emmy Nominated writer. He is also a successful actor, having appeared in MTV's "Short Circuitz" and "Wild N'… >>
The 8 Productions 1 Year Anniversary Concert feat Wil-D, Zero, Jay Gouger & Jim Burke w/ Bigg Rich, Nova Red, Nemesis Poe, & more!
For The Music Productions Presents: The 8 Productions One Year Anniversary Concert featuring Wil-D, Zero, Jay Gouger & Jim Burke w/ BiGG RiCH, Nova Red Music, Nemesis Poe, Da Villy Kids, Jaycee, Damiano Malvasio, & Teapot Saturday, August 1st $7.00 pre-sale, $10.00 day of show All Ages (under 18 should… >>
Walk to Defeat ALS
More than just a 1.8 mile trek, the Walk to Defeat ALS brings hope to people living with ALS, raises funds needed to help find a curefor this devastating disease, and brings people together for a very good causet. The funds raised allow local chapters to sustain care services and support research. For… >>
ChalkFest
The theme of this two-day free, fun, family event this year is Superheroes and Villains! 3D Chalk Artists travel from across the country to participate, but there is plenty of sidewalk and chalk for ALL to create.One of Buffalo's best family events. Saturday & Sunday, August 1st & 2nd (Noon-6pm Both… >>
Buffalo Infringement Festival 2015
Wander the streets of Allentown as they come alive with scores of events by theatre and dance companies, puppeteers, media artists, poets, comics, musicians, cabaret acts, digital designers, and miscellaneous insurrectionists. It's borderline mayhem for eleven straight (or not so straight) days and… >>
William Smyers: Arcangel Gallery Exhibit
Dark Star - peaceful and reflective images of my view of the world around us and the beauty it holds. Bringing light to darkness and the darkness to light I have unearthed the deep riches of natural beauty buried in history of our pasts.
Waterfront Wednesdays
New! Every Wednesday at Waterfront Village, next door to Templeton Landing, from 5:00pm-9:00pm enjoy music by area bands like The Party Squad (7/8), the Scott Celani Band (7/22), Randal and the late night Scandals (7/29), and the Boys of Summer (8/5). Beer, wine, and soft drinks are now available, and… >>
Starlight Studio & Art Gallery 10 Year Anniversary Party
Who: Starlight Studio & Art Gallery What: 10 Year Anniversary Party and Art Show Where: Starlight Studio & Art Gallery 340 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo NY 14202 When: Friday July 24th, 2015 Time: 6-9pm Cost: Free Exhibit of dynamic artworks by the Starlight artists Pop-up shop of small works and jewelry… >>
Shakespeare in Delaware Park - Twelfth Night
Shakespeare in Delaware Park has been a Buffalo summer tradition for 40 years. Performances of Twelfth Night (with an all male cast) run from July 23 through August 16 on Tuesday through Sunday at 7:30pm. Bring a picnic dinner and a bottle of wine and enjoy a summer evening with the Bard In this beautiful… >>
Infinitely Complex
The current exhibit "Infinitely Complex" consists of installations, short films and mixed media pieces relating to various mental illnesses. Casa de Arte’s hours are Wednesday and Friday, 10 to 3 pm; Tuesday, 6 to 9 pm; Friday, 6 to 9 pm; and practically anytime by appointment (716 227-0271). … >>
Summer Hours
Hidden Valley Animal Adventure is a wild game safari tour, which is now open for the summer! Running 7 days a week, our hours are 10am-5pm until Labor Day.
