June 2016
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Shot! Buffalo's Darkest Day
The world premiere of a new opera about the assassination of President McKinley in Buffalo at the Pan-American Exposition in 1901. Features a full orchestra, full chorus, HD digital screen technology, projections, supertitles. Two performances only:…
Ajamaja
Progressive, Jam, Rock, Reggae, Blues live music
Orienteering: Emery Park Learn and Practice
An event put on by the Buffalo Orienteering Club. Come learn about orienteering and how to do orienteering. Arrive at Emery Park and follow the orienteering signs to the registration area. The event allows you to work with an instructor to learn how…
Orienteering Meet: Emery Park
A regular orienteering meet with four different courses from beginning to advanced put on by the Buffalo Orienteering Club. Follow the signs through Emery Park to get to the registration area. Registration is from 10:30 am until 11:45 am with course…
Allentown Art Festival & Allen West Fest
Thousands of art patrons and revelers will throng Allentown to enjoy the beauty of Buffalo's weather in June, the charm and uniqueness of the Allentown area and the quality of the art and crafts presented by more than 400 juried exhibitors on the weekend…
Civil War Garrison at Old Fort Niagara
Witness Fort Niagara as a staging area during the Civil War for men and groups that were transitioning either from the battlefield to home, or from home to the battlefield. Re-enactors will consist of Federal U.S. Army or Union Troops with their dependents…
Fmily Fun Fest
St. Francis of Assisi Parish is having its annual Family Fun Fest in Saturday, June 11 from noon until 9:00 PM at 70 Adam Street, Tonawanda 14150. Picnic food, including chowder, pulled pork, hot dogs, burgers and grilled shrimp will be available. …
"I Pledge Allegiance" Challenge
Any child aged 12 or under who can recite from memory the Pledge of Allegiance will win a free Perry’s Ice Cream treat, a free American flag from Ace Flag, and free admission to the Naval Park. Children must be accompanied by an adult and one set of…
Chalk the Walk @ Albion Strawberry Festival
Join us this year at the Albion Strawberry Festival in Albion, NY for our 3rd annual street painting contest. Come chalk with us and compete for cash prizes. Contest open to artists of all ages. Three categories for judging include Adult, Student…
International Guitar Concert Competition Finals
The competition’s three finalists have come from around the world to compete for major prizes on this evening. Be part of the live audience at the JoAnn Falletta International Guitar Concert Competition Finals, hear them perform with your BPO, and register…
Powerful Pills – A Tribute to Phish
Saturday June 11th – Powerful Pills – A Tribute to PhishDoors: 8:00pm, Show: 9:00pm – Tickets: $7 ADV/$10 DOS – Ages: 18+
Strawberry Festival
Enjoy a classic car show, live music all weekend, astisian food & craft vendors, wine tastings and tours, and family fun for all ages. FREE Admission! Funds raised will benefit Cradle Beach Camp, which provides hope, opportunities and life changing experiences…
Secrets from the Stacks : McKinley Assassination
Secrets of the Stacks is a one-morning pop-up display of pictures, books, manuscripts, or other items from the Library collection that you can handle. Free with Museum admission; drop in to the Library any time between 10:00 am and noon.
"Be Active!" Free, Guided Walks in the Erie County Parks
Free, guided walks for all ages in the beautiful Erie County Parks! “Be Active Erie County”, a county wide fun and physical activity program facilitated by the Wellness Institute of Greater Buffalo will host its 2nd Spring Walk on Saturday June 11th…
Live Music - DeeAnn Tompkins Blues Band
DeeAnn Tompkins has been entertaining Western New Yorkers for over 20 years. DeeAnn's smooth romantic vocals have graced small clubs to large big band venues. Her versatility reaches blues fans, jazz and country audiences and even church worship services.…
Rizzo
For The Music Productions & No Ceilings Entertainment presents:Rizzow/ Chin, Mark Lee, Son Scotty, Marc Griffin, Nove Fontaine, Radames, & Kody DamianSunday, June 12thDoors at 6:00 pm$10 presale, $15 at the doorAges 18+ (ID Required / Strictly Enforced)Tickets: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2532945at: Evening…
BollyX with Henna and Madhu
Do you love the Southeast Asian Culture?! Do you LOVE to dance? Or even want to get into shape for this upcoming summer?! Want to try something new?! You have come to the right spot ! Join Henna and Madhu for BollyX Classes EVERY SUNDAY ! What is BollyX?…
Dogs 'n Suds
Check out the adoptable dogs, try your luck at the basket raffle, enjoy kids activities or send your dog to the spa! There will be a delicious BBQ chicken dinner (or a vegetarian dinner) from Krolick's. You can eat in or take out starting at noon till…
Extreme Scouting!
The Boy Scouts of America through the Greater Niagara Frontier Council will be hosting our Extreme Scouting! Event at Chestnut Ridge Park in Orchard Park, NY on Sunday, June 12, 2016 from 12:00 PM until 5 PM. This FREE event showcases the fun and exciting…
Vegfest Brunch Fun Raiser
An All Vegan Brunch Buffet to support Vegfest! Enjoy live Celtic and Irish Music by Abanalan, mimosas and Ashker's juices! (1 Drink included with ticket), classic Morning Cartoons on the walls, and many delicious dishes like Tofurky breakfast links, Zucchini…