Things To Do in Buffalo, NY

Tue Sep 2nd → Tue Dec 2nd

Toddler Story Time

The Buffalo History Museum

Themed stories read aloud capture the youngsters’ imagination.To further inspire their learning fun, craft making and mini exhibit tours are offered. First Tuesday of Every Month More info »…

Tue Dec 2nd

Buffalo Sabres vs. Tampa Bay Lightning

KeyBank Center

NHL Hockey

Fri Oct 24th → Thu Dec 4th

Richard Kegler: The WNYBAC Years

Western New York Book Arts

Please join us for the opening reception of 'Richard Kegler: The WNYBAC Years' on October 24th, 2014 from 7-9pm. This exhibition will showcase a selection of printed work by founder and Western…

Thu Dec 4th

Full Body Tones - with: Divided Heaven, Volker, The Tracks, Planet Three, Simple Science, & The Plastic Faction

The Forvm

For The Music Productions Presents: Full Body Tones with: Divided Heaven, Volker, The Tracks, Planet Three, Simple Science., & The Plastic Faction Thursday, December 4th $7.00 pre-sale, $10.00 day…

Thu Dec 4th

Flogging Molly

The Rapids Theater

Thu Dec 4th

An Intimate Evening of Spirit Messages

An Intimate Evening of Spirit Messages Sebastian Saint Michaels Evening of Spirit Messages is an intimate event limited to 50 seats, and is reading intensive. There will be question and answer sessions…

Thu Dec 4th → Fri Dec 5th

Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker

Buffalo State Performing Arts Center

Fri Dec 5th

Tom Stahl and the Dangerfields Xmas Kwanza Hanukah Festivus Extravaganza

The Forvm

Tom Stahl And The Dangerfields Xmas Kwanza Hanukah Festivus Extravaganza Friday, December 5th $10.00 pre-sale, $13.00 day of show Doors open at 7:00pm Ages 18+ (unless accompanied by a parent/guardian)…

Fri Dec 5th

Prohibition Repeal Celebration!

Hydraulic Hearth

Prohibition Repeal Celebration: December 5th, 8-11pm Celebrate the anniversary of the Repeal of Prohibition by exercising your right to drink! The celebration, directly following Holiday Live at Larkin,…

Fri Dec 5th

Cyrille Aimée

UB Center for the Arts

Winner of the Montreux Jazz Festival's International Vocal Competition and the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, vocalist Cyrille Aimée is, in the words of Will Friedwald…

Fri Dec 5th

Holiday Live at Larkin

Larkin Square

Who: Robot Holiday Live, WNY food trucks & vendors, Food Bank of WNY What: 3rd annual Holiday Live at Larkin, presented by First Niagara and sponsored by Independent Health When: Friday, December…

Fri Dec 5th

BUFFALO BEARD BRAWL: The Official 2014 Buffalo Beard & Moustache Competition

Town Ballroom

Sat Dec 6th

Peter Bisuito LIVE - a benefit for the SPCA

Shea's 710 Theatre

As Seen On Oprah, international comedian, Peter Bisuito is bringing his comedy styling’s back to Buffalo. This time as part of a fundraiser for the SPCA Serving Erie County. Sponsored by Mighty…

Wed Dec 3rd → Sat Dec 6th

Ian Karmel

Helium Comedy Club

Comedian Ian Karmel was named a “New Face” at the "Just For Laughs" Festival in Montreal. A writer and regular roundtable guest on "Chelsea Lately," he has also…

Sat Dec 6th

In the Fields

Sun Jan 4th → Sun Dec 7th

Hotel Lafayette Tours

Hotel @ the Lafayette

55 minute guided tours of the Hotel @ the Lafayette on the first Sunday of each month. Cost is $10 On this tour you’ll discover: How the Lafayette was renovated - The hotel’s Prohibition secret What’s…

Tue Dec 2nd → Sun Dec 7th

Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA

Shea's Buffalo

Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA is the Tony Award®-winning Broadway musical from the creators of The Sound of Music and South Pacific that's delighting audiences with its contemporary take on the…

Sun Jan 4th → Sun Dec 7th

First Sundays @ The Hotel Lafayette

Hotel @ the Lafayette

On this tour you’ll discover: How the Lafayette was renovated - The hotel’s Prohibition secret What’s up with the aircraft theme in the lobby? How whiskey saved this building Why is this Lafayette…

Fri Nov 14th → Sun Dec 7th

Journey's End

Kavinoky Theatre

The Kavinoky Theatre, a professional theatre owned and sponsored by D’Youville College, is pleased to announce its upcoming production of JOURNEY’S END by R.C. Sherriff. This WWI drama is…

Sun Dec 7th

O-Town

The Forvm

For The Music Productions & Nickel City Productions Presents: O-Town w/ special guests! Sunday, December 7th $25.00 pre-sale, $30.00 day of show In 1999, ABC began airing one of the first reality…

Thu Dec 4th → Sun Dec 7th

"La Luz De Un Cigarrillo," de Marco Antonio Rodriguez

Ujima Theatre

Raíces presenta LA LUZ DE UN CIGARRILLO de Marco Antonio Rodríguez dirigida por Victoria Pérez. Protagonizada por Ingrid Córdova, Josué Rosario-Cáliz,…

Tue Dec 9th

Buffalo Sabres vs. Los Angeles Kings

KeyBank Center

NHL Hockey

Wed Dec 10th

Celtic Thunder

Kleinhans Music Hall

This international singing sensation makes its first-ever symphony tour, visiting Buffalo and 19 other North American cities to perform songs from the 2013 chart-topping recording Christmas Voices.…

Thu Dec 11th

Shea's Shopping Soiree (5th Annual on Grand Stage)

Shea's Performing Arts Center

Shop Like a Star at Shea’s Performing Arts Center! Shea’s Shopping Soirée will be held Thursday, December 11 from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. on Shea’s Main Stage…

Thu Dec 11th

DeeZ, G.J.D, Jae Skeese, Kourt Jester, Phoenix MF Christ, & Lil Duke!

The Forvm

For The Music Productions Presents: DeeZ 716, G-Money (G.J.D), Jae-Skeese, Kourt Jester, Phoenix Christ, & Lil Duke! Thursday, December 11th $7.00 pre-sale, $10.00 day of show All Ages (under 18 should…

Thu Dec 11th

Buffalo Sabres vs. Calgary Flames

KeyBank Center

NHL Hockey

Tue Dec 9th → Thu Dec 11th

"Poetic Trading Cards"

"Poetic Trading Cards"Stop hoarding those poems! Design artists’ trading cards using compact poems, color, rubber stamps, and collage, and then give them away for the holidays, trade with…

Fri Dec 12th

Frank Sinatra 99th Birthday Concert

The Forvm

Richard Chase Presents: Frank Sinatra 99th Birthday Concert Performances by: Jack Civiletto, Gary Quatrani, Anthony Re & Richard Chase w/ Wally Jedermann, Mike Caputi, & Alan Kroll Friday, December…

Fri Dec 12th

Bryant & Stratton College Amherst Campus Holiday Extravaganza

Bryant & Stratton College

Bryant & Stratton College is hosting a free community event on Friday, December 12 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at its Amherst and Southtowns campuses. The Holiday Extravaganza events are open to the public…

Fri Dec 12th

Bryant & Stratton College Southtowns Campus Holiday Extravaganza

Bryant & Stratton College Southtowns Campus

Bryant & Stratton College is hosting a free community event on Friday, December 12 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at its Amherst and Southtowns campuses. The Holiday Extravaganza events are open to the public…

Fri Dec 12th

Alex Bugnon

Tralf Music Hall

Friday December 12 DIAAB ENTERTAINMENT Presents ALEX BUGNON Feat. Rishon Odel & The Fifth Element 7pm Doors | 8pm Show Platinum Seating - $46 Advance / $51 Day Of Show (Platinum…

Fri Dec 12th

BoBo

Sat Dec 13th

SantaCon Buffalo 2014

What in the world is SantaCon Buffalo? SantaCon is a mass gathering of people dressed in Santa Claus costumes parading publicly on streets and in bars in cities around the world. SantaCon is celebrated…

Sat Dec 13th

The Piano Guys

Shea's Buffalo

What do you get when you mix up a marketing genius that does video, a studio engineer that writes music, a pianist that had a successful solo career, and a cellist that does pretty much everything? The…

Sat Dec 13th

The Piano Guys A Family Christmas

Shea's Buffalo

What do you get when you mix up a marketing genius that does video, a studio engineer that writes music, a pianist that had a successful solo career, and a cellist that does pretty much everything? The…

Thu Dec 11th → Sat Dec 13th

Jen Kirkman

Helium Comedy Club

Stand-up comedian and New York Times bestseller Jen Kirkman is best known for her role as the narrator in a few episodes of the cult-hit series “Drunk History," as well as a round…

Fri Dec 12th → Sat Dec 13th

7th Annual Last Minute Panic Holiday Marketplace

WNY Book Arts Center

Dozens & dozens of vendors! Artists, craftspeople, printers, handmade and self-published, locally produced items for giving or hoarding! Join us and shop for all your holiday needs, decorations &…

Sat Dec 13th

Queen City Market

Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum

Buy local this holiday season! The Queen City Market features all local craft artisans, vintage sellers, food, & more. After the amazing turnout we had last year, the fourth annual…

Sat Dec 13th

Buffalo Sabres vs. Florida Panthers

KeyBank Center

NHL Hockey

Sat Dec 13th

Nana Amma's Vegan Ghana Kitchen.

The Foundry Group

Nana Amma is serving Vegan Ghanaian food for the first time in Buffalo on behalf of Vegans For Africa. Eat delicious, hot and spicy traditional flavors for $5/plate at The Foundry's second Saturday.…

Sat Dec 13th

Jeff Timmons (of 98 Degrees)

The Forvm

For The Music Productions & Nickel City Productions Presents: Jeff Timmons (of 98 Degrees) w/ Anthony Re, Rachael Palumbo, Jennafer Lynsey, & Jaden Mya [Performing some of his old & new hit…

Fri Dec 12th → Sat Dec 13th

Holiday Creative Gift Expo, 'Art as Gifts'

Artspace Buffalo Gallery

ARTSPACEBUFFALO Gallery Holiday Creative Gift Expo, 'Art as Gifts' Fri DEC 12th 6-10pm with LIVE MUSIC Dynamic Drum Arts Ensemble & Sat DEC 13th 10am-4pm with Black…

Sat Dec 13th

3rd Annual Holiday Jazz at The Walk In Closet

The Walk in Closet Co.

East Aurora, NY: Come join The Walk in Closet Co., in East Aurora, for our third annual ‘Holiday Jazz Event’ on December 13, 2014 from 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. This Christmas themed event…

Sun Dec 14th

Centro-matic w/Roger Bryan & The Orphans

Thu Dec 4th → Sun Dec 14th

The Santaland Diaries

Road Less Traveled Productions

Who needs Ebenezer Scrooge when you’ve got a lippy manchild in green tights and bells? RLTP launches a new Yuletide tradition with this limited engagement of author David Sedaris’ modern holiday…

Fri Dec 5th → Sun Dec 14th

Every Christmas Story Ever Told

Lancaster Opera House

Three actors from a theater troupe are fed up with performing another boring version of A Christmas Carol, so they spice things up by performing…EVERY Christmas story ever told. They mix in…

Sun Dec 14th

A Will Away

The Forvm

ONE LESS BIRD PRESENTS A Will Away return to Buffalo with Special Guests Rescue Dawn The Casket Runaway Worse Than Yesterday 5pm doors The Forvm 4224 Maple Road Buffalo, NY 14221 Presale Tickets avail…

Tue Dec 16th

Bro Safari

Town Ballroom

with DJ Craze, Special Guests, Special Guests Contrary to popular belief, dance music isn't new to America. One would only have to look at the career of Bro Safari to know that the American dance…

Wed Dec 17th

Caspa

with The Others London-based DJ/producer Caspa, is one of dubstep's most influential figures; having founded several major dubstep labels (Dub Police, Sub Soldiers and Storming Productions) hosting/nourishing…

Thu Dec 18th

The Ice at Canalside Grand Opening & Holiday Celebration

Canalside Buffalo

Join us the evening of December 18 for the Grand Opening & Holiday Celebration event at The Ice at Canalside presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York! Host Sue O’ Neil from…

Thu Dec 18th

Delano Steele, Albert The Fish, In Glory Daze, Panic Switch, The Fat Tire Society, Yellow Sauce, & Pockets!

The Forvm

For The Music Productions Presents: Delano Steele, Albert The Fish, In Glory Daze, Panic Switch, The Fat Tire Society, Yellow Sauce, & Pockets! Thursday, December 18th $7.00 pre-sale, $10.00 day of…

Thu Dec 18th

The Kerfuffle Before Christmas

KeyBank Center

The Kerfuffle Before Christmas on Thursday, December 18th at 6pm at First Niagara Center. The inaugural event will feature Fitz & the Tantrums, The Airborne Toxic Event, Jungle, Neon Trees, Robert…

Fri Dec 19th

Road To Azure

The Forvm

Road To Azure Friday, December 19th No Cover! Doors open at 6:00pm Ages 18+ (unless with parent/guardian) at: Iris Maple Ridge Plaza 4224 Maple Rd. @ Sweet Home Buffalo, NY 14226 --- Meet ROAD TO AZURE…

Fri Dec 19th

Evident Truth

The Forvm

For The Music Productions Presents: Evident Truth w/ Rachel Palumbo, Mad Dukez, BiGG RiCH, L-Biz, So EZ, Da Villy Kids, & SieKick Friday, December 19th $10.00 pre-sale, $12.00 day of show Ages 18+…

Sat Nov 29th → Sat Dec 20th

Santa on the Carrousel

Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum

Santa Claus is coming to town!! He will visit the Carrousel Museum and ride the carrousel with his young and young-at-heart fans. Come and join us for his visit, complete with crafts, snacks, games along…

Sat Dec 20th

YOUR ENEMIES' 20th-10th-5th Anniversary Green Day Tribute Show

The Forvm

For The Music Productions Presents: Your Enemies - Jorian Holka (of Holkampany) as Billie Joe Armstrong - Dan McCormick (of Kill The Clock) as Mike Dirnt - Mike Tomasulo (of Used Up) as Tré Cool…

Thu Dec 18th → Sat Dec 20th

Owen Benjamin

Helium Comedy Club

Comedian Owen Benjamin is one of those rare breed of comedians who only wants to make you laugh and forget about the real world around you. He's appeared in multiple films, co-stars on the…

Sat Dec 20th

Buffalo Sabres vs. Colorado Avalanche

KeyBank Center

NHL Hockey

Sat Dec 20th

“The Scintas” Christmas Show 2014 Edition

Riviera Theatre

The Scintas, brothers Joe and Frank, “honorary Scinta” Peter O’Donnell and recent addition, Janien Valentine, bring refreshing wit, great music, and endless talent to the highly regarded…

Fri Dec 5th → Sat Dec 20th

Santa Claus is Coming Out

Buffalo United Artists (BUA) presents at Alleyway Theatre's Main Street Cabaret, Santa Claus Is Coming Out. The theatrical mock-u-mentary, is about the worldwide scandal surrounding…

Sat Dec 20th

Jim Brickman On A Winter's Night

Rockwell Hall at Buffalo State

This year, Jim Brickman will bring together the sounds of the season with On A Winter’s Night. Hailed by the Boston Herald as a "crowd-pleaser," Jim celebrates this in a one-of-a-kind…

Sat Dec 20th

Vegans For Africa Fundraiser! Nana Amma's Vegan Ghana Kitchen

The Foundry Group

Nana Amma is heating it up again at The Foundry with vegan Ghanaian cuisine. Eat up delicious hot and spicy traditional flavors in support of Vegans For Africa for $5/plate. Help us rebuild destroyed…

Thu Dec 11th → Sun Dec 21st

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A Christmas Carol

Dickens’ classic adapted and directed by Neal Radice Don’t be sold out of the nation’s fifth longest running stage version of Dickens’ masterpiece. Our delightfully faithful adaptation…

Sun Dec 21st

Buffalo Unplugged (acoustic sets from some of your favorite acts) w/ Parade Chic, Yesterday Vs Tomorrow, Josh Studnicki of Archway, Crooked Gener8ion, Ten & Two, Derek Gregoire, Adios Motherfucker, & Jameson Baron!

The Forvm

For The Music Productions Presents: The return of Buffalo Unplugged! (Acoustic sets from your favorite local bands/musicians!) w/ Parade Chic, Yesterday Vs. Tomorrow, Joshua Studnicki of ARCHWAY, Crooked…

Sun Dec 21st

The Perfect Gift: Christmas with The Tenors

Rockwell Hall at Buffalo State

****Tickets On Sale 11/21**** Sun, December 21, 2014 8:00 PM (Doors open at: 7:00 PM) The Perfect Gift: Christmas with The Tenors Rockwell Hall at Buffalo State College Performing Arts Center 1300…

Sat Dec 6th → Sun Dec 21st

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

New Phoenix Theatre

December 06, 2014 - December 21, 2014 Location: New Phoenix Theatre Address: 95 Johnson Park, Buffalo, NY 14201 Venue: New Phoenix Theatre Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Sunday, Thursday,…

Fri Dec 5th → Sun Dec 21st

The Night Before Christmas

Theatre of Youth

Set in 1941 London; a boy, his friends, and a surprise visitor must band together to rescue Father Christmas from the clutches of the dubious Jack Frost. This marvelous adventure ends well, much…

Tue Dec 23rd

Arkansas State Red Wolves at Niagara Purple Eagles Basketball

Thu Aug 28th → Thu Dec 25th

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Buffalo Bites Food Tours

Elmwood District

You will taste exceptional food samples from seven local establishments on the Elmwood Village Tour. Our stops include an artisan chocolatier, a local cooperative market and one of the oldest establishments…

Thu Aug 28th → Thu Dec 25th

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Wellness Walks at Tifft

Tifft Nature Preserve

Drop by Tifft Nature Preserve and enjoy the fresh air and the sights and sounds of the season with a guided outdoor stroll on our beautiful and accessible trails in South Buffalo! Please call 825-6397…

Fri Dec 26th

The Nightmare After Christmas Party!

Mohawk Place

For The Music Productions Presents: The Nightmare After Christmas Party! Let out your dark side the day after Christmas with an all-out party chocked full of live dark electronic music performances! Maybe…

Fri Dec 26th → Sat Dec 27th

Sean Patton

Helium Comedy Club

Few comics can win over a room quite like Sean Patton; the Louisiana native literally captivates crowds, unfolding stories and punctuates them with winks and grins. Patton has appeared on "Live…

Thu Dec 11th → Sat Dec 27th

Santa Claus Conquers the Martians

The Grange Theatre

Martians kidnap Santa Claus in a hilarious Christmas adventure that the whole family can enjoy. Santa Claus Conquers the Martians, written by Paul L. Jacobson and Glenville Mareth, has recently…

Sat Dec 27th

Buffalo Sabres vs. New York Islanders

KeyBank Center

NHL Hockey

Sat Dec 27th

Dancing With The Stars Live

Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel

Heating up the dance floor for 19 seasons, Dancing with the Stars is a live performance for all ages. See the pros and your favorite celebrity cast members from this multi-award-winning hit TV series…

Sat Dec 27th

A Very Merry Witmas 4

The Forvm

A Very Merry Witmas 4 with: What is This?, Breckenwood, The Spaghetti Boys, & Jacob Crawford Saturday, December 27th No Cover! (Donations being accepted for St. Judes Children's Hospital at the…

Sun Dec 28th

Jaycee - with: Bigg Rich, The Underachievers, Wil-D & Zero, Lumberjack Matt, Dray Prince, Rizzo, & GoHardKiss

The Forvm

For The Music Productions Presents: Jaycee w/ BiGG RiCH, The Underachievers, Wil-D & Zero, LumberJackMatt, Dray Prince, Rizzo, & Gohardkiss Sunday, December 28th $7.00 pre-sale, $10.00 day of…

Wed Dec 31st

Buffalo Sabres vs. Tampa Bay Lightning

KeyBank Center

NHL Hockey

Wed Dec 31st

New Year's Eve Art Auction & Gala

WNY Book Arts Center

Save the date for WNYBAC’s Annual New Year’s Eve Gala & Art Auction! Ring in the New Year by watching the ball drop from the Electric Tower at midnight from the two floors of the Book…

Wed Dec 31st → Sat Jan 3rd

Jim Norton

Helium Comedy Club

We are open for dinner prior to the shows. Make reservations at Elements by calling at 716-853-1211. NO TELEPHONE RESERVATIONS! Tickets for this show must be pre-purchased in advance, either…

Sat Dec 6th → Sun Jan 4th

Poinsettias

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

December 06, 2014 - January 04, 2015 Location: Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens Address: 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14218 Venue: Buffalo & Erie County Botanical…

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