Things To Do in Buffalo, NY

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Fri May 19th

Accent on Broadway

Riviera Theatre

Enjoy favorites from the Great White Way: Hello Dolly, Oliver, Finian's Rainbow, Beauty and the Beast, and more, including the back by popular demand Phantom of the Opera, and a special tribute to the…

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Sat May 20th

WNED | WBFO Antiques Home Show

WNED Studios

Do you have an antique lamp sitting in your attic collecting dust? Or perhaps you’ve always wondered if the end table you inherited from Great Aunt Myrtle is worth anything? Come on down to WNED…

Mon May 1st

Hungover, with Andy Herman & more!

Stamps The Bar

FTMP Events Presents:Hungoverw/ Andy Herman & More! Monday, May 1$5.00 Cover21+ (ID Required) - No ID/No EntryDoors open at 6:00pmat: Stamps... the bar98 Main StTonawanda,…

Mon May 1st

Buffalo Iron Works

Friday May 5th - Scarlet Begonias (Grateful Dead Tribute) Doors: 8:00pm, Show: 9:00pm - Tickets: $5 ADV/$8 DOS - Ages: 18+

Fri May 5th

Come join EMPact America of New York and Elma CERT for a class in gardening! We have wonderful speakers from the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, Eastern Monarch Butterfly Farm and Masterson's…

Thu May 11th

Knox Farm 5 Mile Trail Run by the Buffalo Orienteering Club

Main House at Knox Farm State Park

Enjoy a trail run throughout the beautiful grounds of Knox Farm State Park. Register in the Milking Parlor, near the main entrance parking lot off Route 16, from 5:30 pm-6:15 pm. No T-shirt, just running.…

Thu May 11th

Grant St Gives Back to benefit Journey's End

For the second year in a row, numerous Grant St. businesses will be banding together to raise money to benefit Journey's End. Participating retailors have all agreed to donate a portion of their sales…

Thu May 11th

Zumba Gold Class at Buffalo Center

Buffalo Center

Loretta Kaminsky is an 80 year-old Zumba Gold instructor in Buffalo. She will be coming to teach a class at Buffalo Center open to all seniors ages 55 and up in the community! You don't want to miss the…

Thu May 11th

Wine, Food & Beer Festival at Shea's

Shea's Performing Arts Center

Join us for the 22nd Annual Wine, Food & Beer Festival to support Shea's Performing Arts Center!Savor enough sips and samples to delight your palate all night long. This year's event promises MORE…

Thu May 11th

Lauren Belfer: Creation of Three Historical Novels

Burchfield Penney Art Center

The Burchfield Penney welcomes Buffalo-native and bestselling author Lauren Belfer to The Center for a presentation on the inspirations for her three novels, with a special focus on Buffalo-based City…

Wed May 10th → Thu May 11th

Allen West Art Festival

19th annual Allen West Art Festival.Held on Allen Street from Elmwood to Wadsworth & Wadsworth from Allen to Hudson. Aprox. 170 booths. Fun, Friendly, Affordable, Bohemian. The Allen West Art Festival…

Mon Mar 20th → Fri May 12th

Vasudhara , a form of Yellow Tara, is the Buddhist bodhisattva of wealth,prosperity, and abundance. This practice is a method to overcome miserliness and poverty. This teaching originates with the layman…

Thu Apr 20th → Sat May 13th

Adventure Landing

Play FREE mini gold for a year! The first 100 guests to the park on May 13th to purchase a Super Saturday Pass get a FREE Miniature Golf Pass! Miniature Golf Season passes are only $25 after the first…

Sat May 13th

716 Cornhole Tournament!

Come out and enjoy some quality cornhole with 716 Cornhole. Here at 716 Cornhole, our mission is to provide a fun, fair and family oriented atmosphere. We provide top notch equipment and the Coop has…

Sun May 14th

Mothers' Day dance featuring Alex Rene Big Band

Knights of Columbus

Professional 18-piece Alex Rene Big Band plays for your listening & dancing pleasure. Take your Mom, Wife, Girlfriend, or Significant Other out to lunch & then bring them to celebrate their day…

Sun May 14th

Biffy Clyro

Buffalo Iron Works

No matter what Biffy Clyro were dreaming of when they bunked off school at the age of fifteen to play their first ever gig, they surely couldn’t have forecast what they’d achieve almost two…

Sun May 14th

Mother's Day Brunch

Joseph's Country Manor and Grove

Joseph's is hosting a special Mother's Day Brunch for all the special moms out there. The menu will include: Fresh Juices or Milk Fresh Fruit Display Omelet Station Waffle Station Scrambled Eggs French…

Sat May 13th → Sun May 14th

Burchfield Penney Art Center's Peter and Elizabeth C. Tower Auditorium

Brian Castner is a Buffalo-born war veteran turned memoirist, who served three tours of duty in the Middle East. His memoir, The Long Walk: A Story of War and the Life That Follows is the story of his…

Tue May 16th

Canalside Buffalo

We welcome you to walk with your family, friends and neighbors to support such an important cause. This beautiful day at Canalside includes our 5k walk or 1 mile Fun Walk, picnic lunch sponsored by Wegmans,…

Sun May 21st

Buffalo Pierogi Fest

Buffalo Outer Harbor

The first ever Buffalo Pierogi Fest is here. Time to separate the babcias from the boys. On May 21, 2017 from 1-4pm ~*~YOU~*~ have the chance to decide who makes the best pierogi in Buffalo.…

Sun May 21st

Peruvian Shamanism

WillowLight Center for Wholeness

The Munay-Ki Rites are the Shamanic Initiation Rites of Peru's Andean Healers. These indigenous people of the Andes Mountains in Peru gifted these energetic rites to the public in 2006, because their…

Thu Apr 27th → Sun May 21st

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Thu Apr 27th → Sun May 21st

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The Great God Pan

Jamie's life in Brooklyn seems just fine: a beautiful girlfriend, a budding journalism career, and parents who live just far enough away. But when a possible childhood trauma comes to light, lives are…

Fri Apr 28th → Sun May 21st

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Fri Apr 28th → Sun May 21st

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A Country House

It’s summer in the Berkshires, when actors and aficionados descend upon the Williamstown Theatre Festival for a rejuvenation of the creative mind. For grand dame of the stage Anna Patterson and…

Wed May 3rd → Sun May 21st

2017 Decorators' Show House

August Feine House - The Future Site of the Russell J. Salvatore Hospitality House on the Kevin Guest House Campus

The Buffalo News and the Junior League of Buffalo are pleased to announce that the August Feine House has been chosen as the location of the 2017 Decorators' Show House. The architecturally…

Fri May 19th → Sun May 21st

Nickel City Con

Buffalo Niagara Convention Center

Imagine a room filled with the world’s greatest Super Heroes, movie & television characters, and yes, even the Villains. A giant space where this world and the world of fantasy collide –…

Sun May 21st

Brunch n’ Brews at the 12 Gates Brewing Company

12 Gates Brewing Company

Join us for our second installment of Brunch & Brews at 12 Gates Brewing Company's tap room! You Crack Me Up Truck and Sweet Melody's will be there to fulfill all of your brunch cravings. Get down…

Sat May 20th → Sun May 21st

Day Out with Thomas

Medina Railroad Museum

Thomas is back in town once again for his annual visit celebrating The Friendship Tour 2017! Join us this year May 20th, 21st, 27th, and 28th for the outdoor event including crafts, music, entertainment,…

Sun May 21st

Parkside Tour of Homes

Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin Martin House Complex

Spend the day in Parkside to enjoy beautiful architecture and restaurants in the neighborhood! Tour the interior of many beautiful homes that are over 100 years old in one of the most sought after…

Mon May 15th → Sun May 21st

The Collective Picnic- an interfaith event

Lincoln Arena

The Collective Picnic For Booth Reservations please contact us at Phone: 716-923-4386 Email: wnymuslims@wnymuslims.org

Sun May 21st

Sunday Comedy Show

Buffalo Pizza & Ale House

Free comedy show hosted by Jason Pomietlasz featuring local comedians.

Mon May 22nd

Lorna Shore/ Bodysnatcher/ Extortionist/ HIVE/ Deadbeat/ Inertia & more!

Stamps The Bar

FTMP Events Presents:Lorna Shore, Bodysnatcher, Extortionist, & HIVEw/ Deadbeat, Inertia, & L O W L I F E!Monday, May 22nd$15 Presale, $17 Day Of Show18+ (ID…

Mon May 22nd

What She's Made Of

Albright-Knox Art Gallery

Teresa C. Younger, a noted speaker, activist and advocate for women’s economic justice, the current CEO and president of Ms. Foundation for women, and is ready to see equality for all, will serve…

Tue May 23rd

Carmarie's Seniors

Lancaster Opera House

Everything Old is New Again!Carmarie’s Seniors and Company will sing and dance their way through their favorite songs from the past. And don’t be surprised if you hear some current favorites…

Tue May 23rd

Nickel City Opera presents The Buffalo Traveling Roadshow Opera and 'The Impresario'

University at Buffalo

Enjoy a fun evening of Mozart's genius with The Impresario, a one act opera in English with modern dialogue. See the plights and foibles of an opera producer as he deals with divas and egos. Starring…

Tue May 23rd

Bread and Puppet in Buffalo!

Buffalo State College

World renowned Bread and Puppet Theater company is visiting the Queen City to perform its family-friendly Takelessness Circus at Buffalo State College's Flexible Theater inside the Donald Savage Building.…

Wed May 24th

Carnival Kids Steel Orchestra

Lancaster Opera House

The Carnival Kids Steel Orchestra consists of student musicians from Lancaster Central High School. Please join us for this annual steel drum treat.

Fri May 12th → Wed May 24th

Sail Buffalo's 2017 ASA 101 Sail Class - May 12-24

Sail Buffalo

Our goal at Sail Buffalo is to help students to become safe, confident sailors. We promise to give you the tools necessary to excel beyond the requirements of the ASA national course examinations.…

Wed May 24th

Jahman Brahman

Buffalo Iron Works

Jahman Brahman is a five-member collaboration originating from Columbus, Ohio in 2007, and currently residing in the mountains of Asheville, NC. The musical intuition of each member overcomes the restrictions…

Wed May 24th

Clarence Town Park

Family Fun for the Whole Doggone Family! A Clarence Town Civic Organization Fundraising Event featuring: Doxie Derby*, Dock Jumping, Barn Hunt Demo, Sheep Herding, Scavenger Hunt, Agility Course,…

Thu May 4th → Sat May 27th

Tue May 30th → Sun Jun 4th

BUFFALO PRIDE: MAY 30 - JUNE 4, 2017

Various locations throughout Buffalo

The Pride Center of Western New York is proud to present Buffalo's annual Pride Week events. Our 2017 celebration will mark the festival's 26th year. Flag Raising Ceremony Tuesday, May 30 12:00-…

Sat May 20th → Sun Jun 11th

Herbalism Field Studies

Various Locations - See Details

Join us for a field herbalism intensive focused upon plant identification and ecology along with an emphasis on herbal medicines and wild foods. Session 1: Saturday, May 20, 2017 10:00am-2:30pm …

Fri May 26th → Sun Jun 11th

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Fri May 26th → Sun Jun 11th

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Desde el Puente (From the Bridge)

The Manny Fried Playhouse

A one-act festival in tribute to local community leader, activist and writer Rafael Perez, celebrating Latino stories. The show will feature a bilingual series of 10 one-act plays which offer stories…

Mon May 22nd → Thu Jun 15th

ADVANCED LETTERPRESS (2 SESSION CLASS: 6/15 & 22)

WNY Book Arts Center

Advanced Letterpress Thursdays, June 15 & 22 • 6-9pm This workshop builds on the foundation of the Letterpress Basics Workshop. Students will focus on type setting, problem solving,…

Fri May 5th → Fri Jun 16th

Ann Moody, Kelly Evans, & Shamika Long

Starlight Studio and Art Gallery

Who: Ann Moody, Kelly Evans, Shamika Long Where: Starlight Studio 340 Delaware Avenue Buffalo NY 14202 When: Opening Reception: Friday May 5, 2017 Time: 7-9pm On view through June 16th regular gallery…

Fri May 19th → Fri Jun 23rd

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Fri May 19th → Fri Jun 23rd

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'Words and Pictures' a Collaborative Exhibition by Trudy Stern and Michael Morgulis

WNY Book Arts Center

The Western New York Book Arts Center (WNYBAC) presents Words and Pictures, a collaborative exhibition by Trudy Stern and Michael Morgulis, on view from May 19th – June 23rd, 2017. An…

Tue May 30th → Fri Jun 23rd

Camp Buffalove

Eastern Hills Church

Fri May 19th → Mon Jun 26th

Slow Roll in June

Various Locations See Details

Founded in Detroit, Slow Roll is a social group bicycle ride that meets every Monday night with addition days and has expanded into a Global network of community rides. Slow Roll Buffalo began in 2014…

Wed May 24th → Wed Jun 28th

New Beginner Egyptian Belly Dance Class!

Oasis Dance Center

Spend 6 weeks enjoying our beautiful studio and learning the basic movements of belly dance! Oasis Dance Center is offering a new beginner belly dance class 5/24-6/28 (Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 PM, 6…

Tue May 16th → Wed Jun 28th

JCC Book & Arts Fair

The JCC Book & Arts Fair is for everyone. It celebrates acclaimed, award-winning authors, musicians, poets and photographers from throughout Western New York. All JCC events include receptions, as…

Fri May 12th → Sat Jul 29th

Best of Buffalo

Western New York Book Arts

Join us for a downtown walking tour of the best of Buffalo architecture and history! The buildings included on this overview tour help to tell the story of Buffalo’s rapid rise to prominence, from…

Fri May 12th → Sun Aug 13th

William Smyers

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Arcangel Gallery Exhibit - Included with Botanical Garden admission - $11 adults, $10 seniors (62+), $9 students (13+ with ID), $6 Kids 3-12, members and kids 2 and under are free! Presenting his third…

Thu May 11th → Fri Aug 25th

Canalside Boardwalk Bazaar

Canalside Buffalo

Come one, come all! Canalside’s new Boardwalk Bazaar series presented by Five Star Bank offers something for everyone. From fire performers and magicians to aerialists and acrobats, you…

Thu May 4th → Thu Aug 31st

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Thu May 4th → Thu Aug 31st

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M&T Free Farmstead Thursdays at BNHV

Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village

Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village, 3755 Tonawanda Creek Road, Amherst, is honored to announce Free Farmstead Thursdays made possible through funding by M&T Bank. Free Farmstead Thursdays will…

Sat May 27th → Sat Sep 9th

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Sat May 27th → Sat Sep 9th

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Artisan Market

Canalside Buffalo

Enjoy shopping and visiting with dozens of talented Western New York-area artisans in this relaxed, inviting setting at the popular Canalside destination in downtown Buffalo, NY, adjacent to the Buffalo…

Fri May 26th → Wed Sep 27th

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Fri May 26th → Wed Sep 27th

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Lewiston Food Tour

Meets near Center Street and N Water Street (Exact meeting location provided with ticket purchase)

Come discover what the Village of Lewiston (minutes from Niagara Falls) has to offer in a new and fun way! Sample food and beverages from restaurants nationally featured on Food Network's "Man v. Food"…

Tue May 30th → Tue Oct 3rd

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Tue May 30th → Tue Oct 3rd

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Food Truck Tuesdays

Larkinville

Every Tuesday in Larkin Square dozens of food trucks from Buffalo, Rochester and beyond come together to celebrate a night of food, music and fun! Enjoy live music on The Boardwalk plus beer, wine…

Wed May 24th → Sun Oct 15th

Saint Joan at Shaw Festival

Shaw Festival Theatre

Who was Joan of Arc? The saviour of France … or a deluded country girl? Bernard Shaw’s greatest play about the most remarkable teenage girl in history. Saint Joan is Bernard Shaw’s…

Thu May 11th → Thu Oct 26th

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Thu May 11th → Thu Oct 26th

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Downtown Country Market

Between Court and Church Street

The Downtown Country Market is celebrating its 35th season! The Downtown Country Market is a two-day, weekly, open-air farmer's market located on Main Street between Court and Church Streets in Downtown…

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Event Calendar May 2017

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