Things To Do in Buffalo, NY

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Sat Apr 7th

Halfway to Oktoberfest

Flying Bison Brewery

Eins … zwei … g'suffa! The Buffalo Dortmund Sister City Committee is having a fundraiser on Saturday the 7th of April from 12-pm - 4pm at Flying Bison Brewery! We will have a special Dortmund…

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Sat Apr 14th

WillowLight: We Will Set You Right! A Day of Healing

WillowLight Center for Wholeness

Mark your calendars for our spring event to benefit the Center and introduce you to new services or give you the opportunity to enjoy those you already love! Join us for a wonderful afternoon of healing,…

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Sat Apr 14th

"STEAM Into the Future" Free Community Event

Celebrating the next generation of scientists, coders, engineers, artists, and inventors. Join us for a day of fun for the entire family. This is a wonderful opportunity to engage and learn more about…

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Sun Apr 15th

Vocalis and Harmonia collaborative concert

St. Joseph University Church

SPEM IN ALLUM by Thomas Tallis to be sung by Harmonia and Vocalis combined; Harmonia, under the direction of Robert Pacillo will also sing works by William Dawson, Stephen Paulus and Dan Forrest. Vocalis,…

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Sat Apr 14th → Sun Apr 15th

Buffalo Beach Glass & Coastal Arts Festival

The Event Center - Hamburg Fairgrounds

The Beach Glass Festival is the premiere event celebrating arts, jewelry, and crafts created with Great Lakes beach glass, shells, driftwood, stones, and more. This event will be produced and promoted…

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Sun Apr 15th

April Dollars Bring May Flowers

The Parkside Lodge

Join your Friends for an afternoon raising funds for the 2018 Buffalo Cherry Blossom Festival. This annual party is a chance to enjoy delicious Japanese Food catered by Sato Restaurant,…

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Fri Apr 20th

JollyBoys: MEAT & GREET RAFFLE

Main-Transit Fire Department

JollyBoys of Williamsville are sponsoring a Meat Raffle fundraiser benefitting both the WNY Miracle League (http://miracleleaguewny.org/) and Amherst Youth Foundation Middle School Nights (http://www.amherstyouthfoundation.org/middle-school-activity-nights.html)…

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Sat Apr 21st

Taylor Made Jazz 30th Anniversary Gala

Buffalo Marriott Hotel

Taylor Made Jazz is Celebrating 30 years of musical success April 21st 2018 at the Marriott Hotel 1340 Millersport Hwy Amherst NY. Special Guest Buffalo Music Hall of Famers The Exoutics Save the Date…

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Sat Apr 28th

Leannta Dubha Bhuffalo (Buffalo Dark Ales)

Buffalo Irish Center

Leannta Dubha Bhuffalo is a craft beer tasting adventure featuring dark ales, porters and stouts. Tastings from craft brewers; live music; commemorative tasting glass; and food (available for purchase).…

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Sun Apr 29th

Cinema Serenades

The Buffalo History Museum

Enjoy an afternoon performance of original soudtrack selections as well as classical masterworks from your favorite films, played by the Camerata di Sant'Antonio Chamber Orchestra. With special…

Sun Apr 1st

Easter Brunch

Joseph's Country Manor and Grove

Enjoy a delicious Easter brunch with your family and NOT have to cook or clean! Call 681- 4538 to book your reservations today! Menu consists of Fresh Juices or Milk, Fresh Fruits, Chef Salad with…

Sun Apr 1st

NYC Style Easter Brunch at NYBP

New York Beer Project

Want to celebrate Easter Brunch NYC style? Dust off your Easter bonnet and make your way over to New York Beer Project for a scrumptious Springtime Buffet with a New York City style vibe, plus fun Easter…

Sun Apr 1st

Tan Tara Golf Club's Easter Brunch

Tan Tara Golf Club

Join us for a fabulous Easter Brunch! Seatings are available at 11:00am & 2:00pm Reservations are required. Please RSVP to Laura at 694.0366 or ljedlikowski@tantaragc.com **YOU DO NOT NEED TO…

Fri Mar 30th → Sun Apr 1st

Easter Weekend at the Botanical Gardens

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Good Friday - March 30 - Open 10am-5pm Enjoy the Botanical Gardens, the Spring Flower Exhibit and the 4-H Farm. The Easter Bunny will be visiting 10am-5pm! Wegmans Family Day Spring Celebration…

Sun Apr 1st

Easter Brunch at Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel

Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel

Easter Brunch at Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel Grandstands Banquet Room, All ages welcome 10 AM - 2 PM Adults $19.95|Ages 5-10 $10.95 |Kids 5 & under are Free Prepay at the door, reservations recommended,…

Mon Apr 2nd

Buckethead

Buffalo Iron Works

Buckethead is a virtuoso guitarist and multi-instrumentalist who performs within many genres of music. He has released over 300 studio recordings, way more than anyone else in the history of music. He…

Mon Apr 2nd

Dyngus Day Celebration at Matt Urban Hope Center

Matt Urban Hope Center

Come celebrate Dyngus Day at the Matt Urban Hope Center. Join us for Polka, Pierogis, and Pilsner. And get a front row seat to the Dyngus Day Parade as it passes by the Central Terminal. Doors open at…

Mon Apr 2nd

Buffalo's Best Kielbasa Contest

Buffalo's Broadway Market

Maybe you even think that your kielbasa is the Best in Buffalo. Applications are still being sought for Buffalo’s Best Kielbasa Contest in both Commercial and Homemade categories. Here’s your…

Mon Apr 2nd

Dyngus Day Parade

Corpus Christi Church

The Annual Dyngus Day Parade in Buffalo is a demonstration of civic and ethnic pride. Unlike any other event in recent memory, this parade gathers people together with a sense of camaraderie and joy mixed…

Wed Apr 4th

Consider the Source

Buffalo Iron Works

NYC trio Consider the Source defy easy description. If intergalactic beings of pure energy, after initiation into an order of whirling dervishes, built some kind of pan-dimensional booty-shaking engine,…

Wed Apr 4th

Baby Animal Petting Zoo at Buffalo Center

Buffalo Center

Come to the Buffalo Center for a great outing with baby animals. From baby chicks, to baby goats, to baby pigs and more, the event if free and open to the public!! For more information, please contact…

Thu Apr 5th

Halo Circus (Allison Iraheta of American Idol)

Stamps The Bar

FTMP Events presents:Halo Circus (fronted by Allison Iraheta of American Idol)w/ Film House, THIS, Kelsey Law, Michelle Lange, & more!Thursday, April 5th$8…

Thu Apr 5th

Time Management

WEDI Buffalo

Learn about the most common time management techniques used by small business owners. Attend a FREE workshop hosted by WEDI and Buffalo & Citizens Bank. To RSVP e-mail ccosentino@wedibuffalo.org or…

Thu Apr 5th

Kaleidoscope of Works

Bryant & Stratton Amherst Campus

"Kaleidoscope of Works" is Graphic Design Portfolio Show featuring completed works of graduating design students. This show is open to the public and all interested parties are encouraged to attend.

Thu Mar 29th → Thu Apr 5th

Free Week @ the Albright-Knox

Albright-Knox Art Gallery

As it has done for the past four years, the Gallery is waiving admission fees for Erie County residents, from March 29 to April 5. The free week is timed to coincide with spring break to encourage…

Thu Apr 5th

Celebrate Amherst’s Bicentennial!

Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village

Celebrate Amherst’s Bicentennial at Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village. Remember Amherst’s humble beginnings and rejoice in its triumphant growth as a flourishing suburb. The museum and grounds…

Fri Apr 6th

Dvořák’s Violin: M&T Bank Classics

Kleinhans Music Hall

Dvorak’s sole violin concerto sparkles in the hands of International Violin Competition of Indianapolis Silver Medalist Tessa Lark, who plays the 1683 ex-Gingold Stradivarius. Rochester Philharmonic…

Fri Apr 6th

Marc Berger w/ Christina Custode

The 9th Ward

Marc Berger w/ Christina Custode live in The 9th Ward Marc Berger’s life has been about pursuing twin passions: creating and recording his American roots songs, and exploring remote…

Fri Apr 6th

Science After Hours: Adult Messfest

Buffalo Museum of Science

All the fun of Messfest on a night for adults only. Come get messy with tie-die make and take’s, fling shot painting and slime time fun! There will also be a cash bar and a DJ all night.

Mon Apr 2nd → Fri Apr 6th

Spring Break Nature Tech Adventures

Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center

Join us for some fun-filled spring break activities! Come for just one day or join us all week. For childen ages 8 and older. Call (716) 683-5959 to register. Monday, April 2: Solar Solutions Tuesday,…

Fri Apr 6th

Ground Breaking Women Honoring Local Women: Artists & Authors

Artsphere Studio & Gallery

You are invited to join us as women empower women. Anna Marie Sinatra, author: The Coach's Playbook for Life Doreen Boyer DeBoth author: A Closer Look at the Guaranty Building Dory Richardson,…

Fri Apr 6th

A Salute to Leonard Bernstein

Shea's 710 Theatre

Celebrate the centennial of Leonard Bernstein's birth with a performance of favorites from the composer's vocal works -- musical theater, opera, and sacred works -- including a piece premiered exactly…

Tue Apr 3rd → Fri Apr 6th

Break Out!

The Buffalo History Museum

Stuck inside? Break out of the house and come visit the museum during your school vacation! We will have plenty of activities. All are welcome to participate. Members free, museum admission.

Fri Apr 6th

Queen City Roller Girls: Suicidal Saucies vs Alley Kats

Buffalo Riverworks

Join Queen City Roller Girls (QCRG) at 7PM on Friday, April 6 as the Suicidal Saucies and the Alley Kats compete in the last home-team game of the regular season. These teams are contending for a place…

Fri Apr 6th

April's First Friday Gallery Walk

Join us for April's Gallery Walk! We'll have the usual establishments promoting their monthly programming. Come down to Allentown, enjoy some drinks, food and art as we draw one more month closer to Spring…

Sat Apr 7th

Dvořák’s Violin: M&T Bank Classics

Kleinhans Music Hall

Dvorak’s sole violin concerto sparkles in the hands of International Violin Competition of Indianapolis Silver Medalist Tessa Lark, who plays the 1683 ex-Gingold Stradivarius. Rochester Philahrmonic…

Sat Apr 7th

Buffalo Snow Bowl

New Era Field

Register your team for the 2nd Annual Snow Bowl, 6 on 6 flag football tournament on Saturday, April 7th at New Era Field. This is not a fantasy FOOTBALL game – you get an opportunity to play on…

Sat Apr 7th

Family Science Program: Space!

Cradle Beach

Come join us for a Cradle Beach Family Science Program: Space! Explore space using different models to understand the Moon, Sun, and Earth! Enter our inflatableStar Lab to look at stars and constellations…

Fri Mar 16th → Sat Apr 7th

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That Championship Season

New Phoenix Theatre on the Park

New Phoenix Theatre presents the pulitzer prize winning play THAT CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON. Featuring Mark Donahue, John Kreuzer, Richard Lambert, Victor Morales and Greg Natale. Directed by Kelli Bocock-Natale …

Sat Apr 7th

Magic Beans

Buffalo Iron Works

The Magic Beans are a band sprouted from the cultural island of Colorado that are set out to bring their unique, genre-blending music to the masses and inspire good times. In the modern age, where things…

Sat Apr 7th

Messfest!

Buffalo Museum of Science

: Everything ooey, gooey, sticky and FUN! Plus special extended hours! On Saturday, April 7 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., join the Buffalo Museum of Science for Messfest, our annual celebration of everything…

Sat Apr 7th

Second Annual Strike Out Poverty

Tonawanda Bowling Center

Fe y Esperanza is hosting the Second Annual Strike Out Poverty Fundraiser at Tonawanda Bowling Center to benefit the abandoned and abused children of Centro Victoria, our shelter in Juarez, Mexico. Your…

Sat Apr 7th

NYBP Silent Disco

New York Beer Project

New York Beer Project presents the Silent Disco! Our first two Silent Disco Parties were such a hit, we had to bring it back. The hottest dance party of the decade takes will take place on April…

Sat Apr 7th

The Stevie Ray Vaughan Experience

Seneca Queen Theatre

Few of Stevie’s acolytes likely have the same dedication as Dave Ryan, who has spent the last decade getting the details just right as the front man of the Toronto-based band, The Stevie Ray Vaughan…

Sat Apr 7th

Fact or Fiction Tour - Allentown Edition

Colter Bay

How well do you think you know Buffalo’s history? Join Explore Buffalo for a fun April Fool's tradition and the only time you will ever hear the organization’s docents give a tour that is…

Sat Apr 7th

Boom Days Buffalo

Old First Ward

Celebrate Spring in the Old First Ward! Boom Days Buffalo is happening throughout the neighborhood on April 7.Old First Ward Community Center (62 Republic St., Buffalo) andUndergrounds…

Sat Apr 7th

Spring Shopping and Spa Day

Orchard Park American Legion Post 567

Pamper yourself and do a little shopping. Free tea and coffee all day. Desserts for $1.00 will be available. MARIA’S BENE CIBO food truck will be here for lunch. Massage, Reiki, Facials,…

Sun Apr 8th

Grendel, Aesthetic Perfection, & Peter Turns Pirate

Evening Star Concert Hall

FTMP Events presents:GRENDEL, Aesthetic Perfection, & Peter Turns PirateSunday, April 8th$15 General Presale, $20 Day Of Show18+ (ID Required) - No ID/No EntryDoors open at 6:00 pmTickets: http://www.purplepass.com/GRENDEL040818at: Evening…

Sun Apr 8th

Nickel City Chef: Boye vs Lomo Lomo

Artisan Kitchens and Baths

This final installment of Nickel City Chef’s 2018 season features Nickel City Chef Jennifer Boye versus Challenging Chefs Sam Geyer and Matt Pauszek (Lomo Lomo). The last time a challenger will…

Sun Apr 8th

Sun Dried Vibes

Buffalo Iron Works

Sun-Dried Vibes provide a fresh twist to the reggae/rock genre with their high-energy live performances that crank out infectious sing-a-longs laced with a positive message. SDV will be heard, since their…

Sat Mar 10th → Sun Apr 8th

Spring Flower Exhibit

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Don’t miss WNY’s favorite Easter tradition! This year, we are starting spring with an attitude of gratitude! With more than 22,000 bulbs on display, our Gratitude Garden will be filled…

Sun Apr 8th

Project Pet

Pinot's Palette

Paint a portrait of your pet at Project Pet. Once you sign up for the painting, email us a high quality digital photo of your pet (one pet per canvas, please) and we will do the rest. YOUR PET PHOTO IS…

Sun Apr 8th

BUFFCON 35

Knights of Columbus Hall

PLASTIC SCALE MODEL CONTESTGeneral Admissions are WelcomeADMISSION AND REGISTRATION OPEN AT 9:00REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 1:30JUDGING FROM 1:30 - 4:00AWARDS AT 4:00Niagara Frontier Chapter I.P.M.S.

Sun Apr 8th

Chess for Vets Open House

Downtown Central Library

Play friendly, over-the-board games with veterans from the Johnetta R. Cole AMVETS Post. Open to all; FREE with your library card! Bring your set, board, digital clock (if available) and a…

Tue Apr 3rd → Sun Apr 8th

School Of Rock

Sheas Performing Arts Center

SCHOOL OF ROCK is a New York Times Critics’ Pick and “AN INSPIRING JOLT OF ENERGY, JOY AND MAD SKILLZ!” (Entertainment Weekly). Based on the hit film, this hilarious new…

Sun Apr 8th

100 Things to Do in Buffalo Before You Die - Book Launch

100 Acres at Hotel Henry

It’s time to discover Buffalo, the city that combines the sophistication of the Northeast with the affability of the Midwest. From world-class modern art to the world’s best chicken wings,…

Sun Apr 8th

$5 Family Funday @ the Albright-Knox

Albright-Knox Art Gallery

On $5 Family Funday, the second Sunday of each month, museum admission for the entire family is just $5, and includes an array of activities. Unless otherwise noted, all events are free with $5 Family…

Mon Apr 9th

Cupcakes and Cocktails

The Alley Cat

Looking for a fun Monday night out? Join Fairy Cakes at the Alley Cat in Allentown for a night of cupcake decorating and drinks! Your ticket includes 4 boozy cupcakes, a frosting and fondant lesson, and…

Tue Apr 10th

Grant Writing Basics

Matt Urban Center

This popular workshop is an excellent way for administrators, program directors and staff, board members, and volunteers to gain a general understanding of the various elements required for successful…

Tue Apr 10th

Kokedama Hanging Garden

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Kokedama, or “moss ball gardening” is a Japanese hanging garden that originated from bonsai styles. These trendy arrangements are created with a fun plant, mosses, packed soil mixture and…

Tue Apr 10th

Medicinal Plants for the Home Garden

EMPact America of New York

Whether you have a spacious backyard or a stoop for a few containers, you can enjoy beautiful, easy-to-grow plants with useful medicinal properties. In this class, Community Herbalist Sarah Sorci will…

Tue Apr 10th

Cash Flow Forecasts & Statements Workshop

Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site

Cash Flow Statements & Forecasts for NonprofitsCo- Presented by the Westminster Economic Development Initiative (WEDI)*OPEN TO ALL – This session is HIGHLY recommended for any nonprofit planning…

Wed Jan 31st → Wed Apr 11th

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Wed Jan 31st → Wed Apr 11th

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Buffalo Gateway Show Chorus Open House

Sacred Heart School

The Buffalo Gateway Show Chorus is having an open house Wednesday nights for women ages 18+ at our rehearsals from January 31 - April 11 from 6:45pm - 9:30pm. Come experience the wall of sound in…

Wed Apr 11th

Marco Benevento

Buffalo Iron Works

For more than a decade pianist Marco Benevento has been amassing an extensive resume of composition and collaboration. His albums set forth a vision that connects the dots between MGMT and LCD Soundsystem…

Wed Apr 11th

Pup Crawl and Loss and Found Movie Premier

Riviera Theatre

Thanks to Jon Mancinetti of Mancinetti Pictures and his loyal forever pup, Smokey we are hosting a benefit screening of his award nominated, indy-short film “Loss and Found” Rated PG-13. …

Wed Apr 11th

JazzBuffalo Presents My Cousin Tone' At Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series

Hotel Henry at the Richardson Complex

Join JazzBuffalo, in association with the Hotel Henry, as we kick-off the 2018 Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series with the popular 9-piece Jazz Ensemble - My Cousin Tone'. Our theme for this first…

Wed Apr 11th

SuicideGirls: Blackheart Burlesque 2018 Tour

Town Ballroom

SuicideGirls is bringing back a revamped version of the sexiest show on the planet for 2018! Blackheart Burlesque is unlike any other burlesque act you’ve seen, filled with pop-culture references,…

Wed Feb 7th → Thu Apr 12th

SPRING SOCCER - Soccer Shots Sessions for 2-7 year olds

Various Parks in WNY

Join us for our outdoor Spring Season of Soccer Shots near you! Soccer Shots is a 4 season program to keep the kids active all year long! These classes offer Character Development, and Soccer Fundamentals…

Thu Apr 12th

Type Relevant

Stamps The Bar

Stamps... the bar Presents:Type Relevant, Genecist, Xavier D. Lee, BSTEZ, Kmac Macadellicmusic, Atownz Finezt, T.W.I.N., & FragranceandJuan Cosmic EnergyThursday,…

Thu Apr 12th

The Collection (NC) w/ Black Jacket

The 9th Ward

The Collection “It didn’t take long for David Wimbish’s solo project to become a full band. The community that had inspired his music quickly began to embody the songs, wielding instruments…

Thu Apr 12th

The Collection (NC) w/ Black Jacket

The 9th Ward

The Collection “It didn’t take long for David Wimbish’s solo project to become a full band. The community that had inspired his music quickly began to embody the songs, wielding instruments…

Thu Mar 1st → Thu Apr 12th

Free Yoga @ the Castellani Art Museum

Castellani Art Museum: Niagara Unviversity Campus

Join us for free yoga at the Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University from 12:15-1:00 p.m. on select Thursdays. All levels are welcome from beginner to expert. Limited yoga mats available. No registration…

Thu Apr 12th

Richie Kotzen (of The Winery Dogs)

Buffalo Iron Works

Richie Kotzen has never been an artist known for playing by the rules. And for this ever-adventurous triple-threat songwriter/guitarist/vocalist, that meant putting on the brakes after a nonstop flurry…

Thu Apr 12th

Farm to Table Wine Class

Salut Wine & Spirits

Taste and learn about our new range from Fowles Wine. “Farm to Table” takes the guesswork out of food and wine pairing. The class is FREE but registration is required. Call…

Thu Apr 12th

A City of Buffalo Artists Market: Spring Edition

Ellicott Square Building Lobby

Let’s do brunch! Rise and shine on Saturday, May 12th to attend the 6th annual A City of Buffalo Artists Market: Spring Edition. Join us for a brunch buffet served by The Grove Café + Health…

Thu Apr 12th

Nickel City Chef X - Finale

Artisan Kitchens and Baths

The final installment of Nickel City Chef will take place on Thursday, April 12, 2018, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. This dressier version of our competition features our four Nickel City Chefs in a head-to-head…

Fri Apr 13th

Brass Transit: The Music of Chicago: BPORocks

Kleinhans Music Hall

This crowd-pleasing powerhouse is the world’s foremost Chicago tribute band, dazzling audiences with flawless performances of hits like Saturday In The Park, If You Leave Me Now, Feelin’…

Fri Apr 13th

Chiavetta's Drive Thru Chicken Dinner

St. Mary's Elementary School

What: Chiavetta's Drive thru Chicken Dinner Where: St. Mary's Elementary School, Lancaster, NY When: Friday, April 13, 2018 3 pm – 7 pm Price: $10 pre-sale (before April 1) …

Fri Apr 13th

Rhythm Future Quartet

Buffalo Iron Works

The acoustic jazz ensemble, Rhythm Future Quartet has a straightforward agenda: to keep the spirit of Gypsy jazz alive and expanding in today’s musical universe. The virtuosic foursome, named for…

Fri Apr 13th

Slocan Ramblers - Homegrown Canadian Bluegrass

Seneca Queen Theatre

The Slocan Ramblers are Canada’s young bluegrass band to watch. Rooted in the tradition, fearlessly creative, and possessing a bold, dynamic sound, The Slocans (2015 Edmonton Folk Fest Emerging…

Fri Apr 13th

Peach Mag Presents: Poetry Reading ft. Mortara, Maier, Williams, McKeon, Wiggins

Georgette

Peach Mag is proud to present visiting poets Jamie Mortara and Jakob Maier alongside Buffalo poets Eve Williams, Dan McKeon, and Olivea Wiggins for a reading on Saturday, April 14th, at Georgette. The…

Sat Apr 14th

Buffalo Sings!: Key Bank Pops

Kleinhans Music Hall

Our first-ever celebration of everyone’s favorite songs, featuring John Morris Russell, the Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus and YOU! From Broadway classics to the American Songbook, the evening includes…

Sat Apr 14th

Fabulous Feast

Atrium at Rich Products

A 5-course Elizabethan-style meal, plus fine mead and grog for all!Appearances by witches, ghosts, dancers, musicians, members of the Macbeth clan, including the Thane of Glamis himself! Have your…

Sat Apr 14th

Braided Bookbindings with Debra Eck

WNY Book Arts Center

Use weaving and braiding to create beautifully stitched handmade books! In this class we will sew models on decorative paper covers, but all the designs can also be sewn on other substrates including…

Sat Apr 14th

Geezer - A Tribute to Green Day & Weezer

Buffalo Iron Works

Geezer – A Tribute to Green Day & Weezer! – Two Classic Albums One Night Only! – Four Buffalo Musicians Unite for a Night of 90’s Magic – Both Albums, Every Song, Back…

Sat Apr 14th

The Healing Power of Plants

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Celebrate World Health Month at our expanded Medicinal Garden feature full of information about the healing power of plants for your mind, body and spirit. Experts will be on hand to discuss the use of…

Sat Apr 14th

April Showers Craft & Vendor Fair

Come on out and support your local small businesses! FREE admission and parking. Basket Raffle, Games, 50/50, Shopping and a cash bar available. Bring a donation for the SPCA and receive $1 off your first…

Sat Apr 14th

Batavia Downs Brew Fest

Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel

Batavia Downs Brew Fest (21+ event) $10 for advance purchase, $15 at the door (if available) Tickets on sale NOW at www.GetMyPerks.com "Hopportunity" is knockin’ on Saturday, April 14th from…

Sat Apr 14th

Asbury Pointe Retirement Community Open House

Asbury Pointe Retirement Community

Come see what maintenance-free retirement community living is all about! Tour the grounds – including the beautifully-appointed apartments with such amenities as granite countertops, stainless steel…

Sat Apr 14th

Eye to Eye's Buffalo Learn Different Day

Villa Maria College Dining Hall & Main 103

Join us for Eye to Eye's Buffalo Learn Different Day!Participants will be split into parent and student groups: Students will attend an “art room” focused on social-emotional art projects,…

Sat Apr 14th

Trimania 2018

Tri-Main Center

An epic celebration of art, culture, and music that’s held every three years, for one night only, in the former manufacturing building that spans two city blocks. Buffalo Arts Studio, with a little…

Sat Apr 14th

TRIMANIA 2018

Buffalo Arts Studio

TRIMANIA 2018 is an epic celebration of art, culture, and music that’s held every three years, for one night only, in the former manufacturing building that spans two city blocks. Buffalo Arts Studio,…

Sat Apr 14th

Buffalo Championship Wrestling's Queen City Super Clash

F.J. Donovan American Legion Post

BPW & Entertainment Group presents:Buffalo Championship Wrestling'sQueen City Super ClashLive Pro Wrestling Saturday April 14th, 2018F.J. Donovan Post3210 Genesee St. Cheektowaga, NY 142257…

Sat Apr 14th

Denim & Diamonds

Hayloft in the Grove

Join the Friends of Hawk Creek for a Capitol Fundraising event at the Hayloft in the Grove. This event will begin at 5:30 pm and festivities will include: -Live music by Mercury Blues -Cigar…

Sat Apr 14th

Buffalo March for Science 2018

Canalside Buffalo

The Second Annual Buffalo March for Science, hosted by Science Demands Action, will be on April 14th. The march will start downtown at Niagara Square and end at Canalside with a rally and Science Education…

Sat Apr 14th

Yelp's Vibrations & Libations

Buffalo Distilling Co

It’s Saturday night, the drinks are flowing, the crowd is amplified, and your vinyl record is at the center of the party. Can you hear your name being chanted? Yelp Buffalo and Buffalo…

Sun Apr 15th

Buffalo Kids Sing: BlueCross BlueShield BPOKids

Kleinhans Music Hall

Do you know what instrument we all carry around with us? Our voice! We all love to sing, so this concert celebrates our favorite songs. Hear local singers and choirs making all kinds…

Sun Apr 15th

Jazz Concert "I Got Rhythm, The Music of George Gershwin"

Theater of Youth

Buffalo Jazz Collective Performs I Got Rhythm: The Music of George Gershwin, Sunday, April 15 at 2:00 p.m. From An American in Paris, to Rhapsody in Blue, to Porgy and Bess, George Gershwin is one of…

Sun Apr 15th

Make a Sun Catcher

Roycroft Campus

This workshop, taught by a Roycroft Campus Artist-in-Residence, will teach the basic skills of working with stained glass. Students will learn how to select and cut glass and solder pieces together to…

Sun Apr 15th

Ben Miller Band

Buffalo Iron Works

“I like the idea of saying something very complicated in a very simple way,” says Ben Miller, discussing the trio that bears his name. “That’s what we strive for musically, and…

Sat Mar 10th → Sun Apr 15th

6x6 - Artwork entries accepted now through April 15

Rochester Contemporary Art Center

Artwork entries accepted now through April 15 (or Postmarked by April 14) • Global Online Preview Begins: May 18 at 10am • …

Sat Apr 14th → Sun Apr 15th

Farewell to Arms

North Park Theatre

Rock Hudson stars in David O Selznick’s sweeping 1957 adaptation of the Ernest Hemingway classic, A FAREWELL TO ARMS, presented on the BIG SCREEN in glorious CinemaScope! The film…

Sun Apr 15th

Buffalo Mass Mob XXVI at Our Lady of Hope

Our Lady of Hope Church

The Buffalo Mass Mob is heading to the city's West Side for Mass Mob XXVI on April 15th for the Our Lady of Hope Church's 11:00am Mass. Come #PackThePews with us!

Sun Apr 15th

Remarkable West Siders Awards Luncheon and Social

Resurgence Brewing Company

The West Side belongs to a lot of REMARKABLE people... business owners, elected officials, employees, and residents. Come honor our awardees at Resurgence Brewery! Your ticket includes admission,…

Sun Apr 15th

Floral Design/Creative Awakening Workshop

Georgette

Creativity is the art of bringing something new to life through your unique imagination, intuition, and vision. When you indulge in your creative energy, you give the world a glimpse of what life looks…

Sat Apr 14th → Sun Apr 15th

Feed My Starving Children MobilePack

Villa Maria College

Villa Maria College’s contribution to the international “Feed My Starving Children” meal project, in its seventh year this April, inspires students, staff and families to take creative…

Sun Apr 15th

Remarkable West Siders Awards Luncheon

Resurgence Brewing Company

The West Side belongs to a lot of REMARKABLE people... business owners, elected officials, employees, and residents. Come honor our awardees at Resurgence Brewery! Your ticket includes admission,…

Mon Apr 16th

Tommy Emmanuel & Suzy Bogguss Live at Asbury Hall in Babeville

Asbury Hall @ Babeville

Monday, April 16 DSP Shows Presents Tommy Emmanuel with Suzy Bogguss Live in Asbury Hall Tickets: $44.50 advance / $50 day of show – Reserved Seating show On sale at Ticketfly.com, Babeville Box…

Sun Mar 4th → Tue Apr 17th

The GreenFields Open House

The GreenFields Continuing Care Community

Join us at 5953 Broadway in Lancaster for our open house on Wednesday, March 21st from 2-4 p.m. or Tuesday, April 17th from 4-6 p.m. Tour our remodeled residential apartment homes at GreenField Manor…

Tue Apr 17th

Wellness seminar & free indoor air quality test kit

Hampton Inn and Suites Buffalo Airport

Is your home playing host to airborne contaminants such as mold, bacteria and allergens? If you suspect a problem but want to be certain, plan to attend the free 360 Degree Health & Wellness Seminar…

Wed Apr 18th

Gelatin Plate Printmaking

WNY Book Arts Center

Learn a simple and addicting technique to produce highly detailed and colorful prints. Prints of found objects and intentional cut outs can be layered to create interesting compositions once printed!…

Wed Apr 18th

Taste of Ghana

St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church

Join us for a night of food and fun to benefit HOSIKIDS, a non-profit organization striving to provide education and healthcare to rural community schools in the Greater Accra region of Ghana, West Africa.…

Wed Apr 18th

Firearm Safety and Pistol Permit Course

EMPact America of New York

Whether you’re a rifle or shotgun owner or just someone interested in getting a handgun, the most important thing about gun ownership is safety. Even though a course is not required to own rifles…

Wed Apr 18th

G-Nome Project & Tweed

Buffalo Iron Works

G-Nome Project has been regarded as “Israel’s premier Livetronica band” by the likes of Relix Magazine, performing what Live For Live Music deems “impressive and surprising shows.”…

Wed Apr 18th

Comedy Superstar Jeff Dunham Headlines the KeyBank Center

KeyBank Center

Record-breaking global Comedy Superstar Jeff Dunham, is bringing his cast of characters on the road, as America’s favorite ventriloquist tours North America on his 60-city Passively Aggressive tour…

Wed Apr 18th

A night of Jazz , Salsa , and Botanas

Las Puertas

Join us for a night with the talented musicians Nelson Rivera and Drew Azzinaro as they take Las puertas to a comfortable bohemian place.

Fri Sep 29th → Thu Apr 19th

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Buffalo Sabres

KeyBank Center

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Thu Apr 19th

Banking Services

WEDI Buffalo

Find out Banking Services available to your small business.

Thu Apr 19th

Heartlight 2018

Events at The Foundry

Join Child & Family Services for the 19th Annual Heartlight, CFA's premier fundraising event at Events at the Foundry! Guests will be treated to a fun-filled evening of hors d’oeuvres, cocktails,…

Thu Apr 19th

Explore Buffalo 2018 Season Kickoff

First Presbyterian Church

We're kicking off the 2018 tour season with a party! Join us at our home base at First Presbyterian Church on Symphony Circle on Thursday, April 19th to see what Explore Buffalo has planned for 2018.…

Thu Apr 19th

Radical Women's Night Out

Albright-Knox Art Gallery

Celebrate "We Wanted a Revolution: Black Radical Women, 1965–85." Explore the timely themes of this exhibition more deeply through a conversation with Jessica Lynne, cofounder and editor of ARTS.BLACK…

Thu Apr 19th

Co-Artifact Silent Auction Fundraiser

Eleven Twenty Projects

Eleven Twenty Projects and Starlight Studio and Art Gallery (Starlight) are pleased to announce the 3rd Co-Artifact fundraiser featuring artwork created collaboratively between Starlight artists and community…

Thu Apr 19th

She Started It - Screening by Women Founders

UB Center for the Arts

Celebrate female founders! Blackstone LaunchPad is partnering with the College of Arts and Sciences, The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, and Women in Science and Engineering to host a screening…

Thu Apr 19th

Ten-Minute Play Festival: WNY Playwrights Celebrate ‘Buffalo Never Fails’

Central Library

Staged reading of original plays inspired by selected artifacts in the Library’s World War I exhibition. This Ten-Minute Play Festival: WNY Playwrights Celebrate ‘Buffalo Never Fails' is part…

Fri Apr 20th

BABEL: Junot Díaz

Kleinhans Music Hall

At 8:00pm on Friday, April 20th at Kleinhans Music Hall (3 Symphony Circle) Just Buffalo Literary Center’s acclaimed BABEL series concludes its best attended season ever with Junot Díaz, the author…

Fri Apr 20th

The Mountain Goats w/ Dead Rider Live at Asbury Hall in Babeville

Asbury Hall @ Babeville

Friday, April 20 DSP Shows Presents The Mountain Goats with Dead Rider Live at Asbury Hall Tickets: $25.00 at Ticketfly.com, Babeville Box Office (M-F 11a-5p), or charge by phone at 877.987.6487…

Thu Apr 19th → Fri Apr 20th

Beginning Bonsai Workshop

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Get up close and personal with a tree with these hands-on Make-It, Take-It Workshops. Fashion a live bonsai tree while learning about the art of bonsai, techniques and styles with the Buffalo Bonsai…

Fri Apr 20th

Soul Roach - 420 Celebration

Buffalo Iron Works

Celebrating the music and spirit of Jerry Garcia Bringing a unique sound to the Jerry Garcia Band catalog, Soul Roach focuses on improvisational exploration and never playing the same set twice.The band…

Fri Apr 20th

M+T Third Friday - [BN] Blitz at The Buffalo History Museum

The Buffalo History Museum

Join Buffalo News sports writers Vic Carucci & Jay Skurski to talk Draft Week and all things Buffalo Bills in the shadow of “Icons: The Makers and Moments of Buffalo Sports.”

Fri Apr 20th

Launch Party: Olmsted Parks Mobile App

The Parkside Lodge

Love your Olmsted Parks? On April 20th, be the first to experience the NEW mobile app crafted for our historic park system. Look forward to wayfinding, a trivia game and an augmented reality feature!…

Fri Apr 20th

Movies In The Vineyard--The Secret of Santa Vittoria

Victorianbourg Wine Estate

The Secret of Santa Vittoria (1969), a charming comedic tale set in the renowned winemaking town of Santa Vittoria, Italy towards the end of World War II. In the euphoria following the fall of Mussolini’s…

Sat Feb 10th → Sat Apr 21st

City of Light Bus Tour

Buffalo Seminary

At the end of the nineteenth century, Buffalo was a major American city in the forefront of technological progress. It was a busy inland port and a railroad hub with heavy industry and state-of-the-art…

Sat Apr 21st

Fold & Stitch Open Studio

WNY Book Arts Center

A group for bookbinders & crafters, held once a month! Join our open studio for crafters, bookbinders, scrapbookers & more. Work on independent projects while learning folds, stitches, tips…

Thu Mar 8th → Sat Apr 21st

Nurtured Memories: An Exhibition by Phyllis Thompson

WNY Book Arts Center

NURTURED MEMORIES is an exhibit by artist Phyllis Thompson. Thompson uses the process of monotype printmaking with the use of assorted collage materials to create one-of-a kind mixed media prints. The…

Sat Apr 21st

NYBP Margaritaville Party

New York Beer Project

Attention Parrotheads, or all those who are sick of winter: The Beer Project Floor Two will be the "official" gathering spot for the Indoor Beach Party of the year!Costume contests, beach balls, Craft…

Thu Apr 5th → Sat Apr 21st

420 The Musical

Alleyway Theater

Follow Jerry, a young man on the edge of adulthood, through his marijuana fueled dream to The Kingdom of 420. A land full of good and evil and fairies! Jerry is sent on a quest to find the king, The Mighty…

Sat Apr 21st

Chris Wilson in concert

Annunciation Church

The Church of the Annunciation, 7580 Clinton St., Elma, will once again host singer and songwriter Chris Wilson for a concert featuring songs of faith and other popular songs at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April…

Sat Apr 21st

Dog Ears' 10th Annual Gala

Dog Ears Bookstore & Café

The tenth annual Dog Ears Bookstore Gala will take place from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. Saturday, April 21, in the Buffalo Irish Center, 245 Abbott Road, South Buffalo. This year’s theme is “Buffalo’s…

Sat Apr 21st

Killer Dwarfs

Seneca Queen Theatre

The KiLLeR DWaRFs were formed in 1981 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. They quickly gained international success in Canada with the Juno nominated self-titled KiLLeR DWaRFs debut album in 1983 with Attic…

Sat Apr 21st

Earth Day & #Olmsted150 Volunteer Day

Delaware Park

Get dirty with your Olmsted Parks! Spend a day in the dirt helping to get your favorite park ready for spring! In 2018, we celebrate 150 years of Olmsted in Buffalo, and we invite you to experience a…

Sat Apr 21st

Lake Effect Furies Take On Philly’s Liberty Belles

Buffalo Riverworks

Looking to fill your Saturday night with a little more action? Head to Riverworks at 7PM on Saturday, April 21st to cheer on your Lake Effect Furies as they take on Philly Roller Derby! If you’ve…

Sat Apr 21st

Wine Society - Pruning and Training Vines

Victorianbourg Wine Estate

Expand your knowledge, share your passion, and develop your wine sensory skills by participating in Victorianbourg’s Wine Society!April 21st Meeting Topic: Pruning and TrainingGet ready to get down…

Sat Apr 21st

Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper Spring Sweep

Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper is hosting its annual Spring Sweep. This massive undertaking see the community coming out to tackle around 50 different sites on Saturday, April 21. According to Waterkeeper,…

Sat Apr 21st → Sun Apr 22nd

Journey to the New World: M&T Bank Classics

Kleinhans Music Hall

This concert makes a profound statement on what it means to be an American. The first half of the concert features Dvorak’s famed Symphony No. 9 “From The New World.” Peter Boyer’s…

Sat Nov 18th → Sun Apr 22nd

digiPlaySpace

Buffalo Museum of Science

Produced by TIFF (Toronto International Film Festival), digiPlaySpace is an interactive playground for kids and grown-ups alike where they can explore new media technologies, learning-centric games and…

Sun Apr 22nd

John Harris

Stamps The Bar

FTMP Events presents:John Harris Musicw/ Ritual Wank, Margot Kisiel Music, Half-light (Mat Missert), The Monday Morning Commute, A Will And Away, Donald Roth, & DonnieOSunday,…

Sun Apr 22nd

Taste of the Southtowns

Help rebuild Gooseneck Hill Waterfowl Sanctuary that was destoyed by the snowstorm on March 2. 7 Restaurants will be serving over40 food items from $2.00- $5.00 including; Filet Mignon, beef Tenderloin,…

Sun Apr 22nd

Niagara County Central Rotary Club Auto Parts Swap Meet & Car Corral

Frontier Fire Hall

This popular auto parts & automotive related swap meet has a huge following and has grown every year. Indoors. 60 vendors. Includes outdoor car corral. $5.00 admission. Children under…

Sun Apr 22nd

The Spiritual Character of Nikola Tesla

The Buffalo History Museum

The event will begin with the unveiling of the 2' clay model of the proposed downtown Buffalo Nikola Tesla statue designed by Larry Griffis III to be located at the corner of Main and N. Division adjacent…

Sat Apr 21st → Sun Apr 22nd

Olmsted-ucation Week: Movie Day ft. The Lorax

North Park Theatre

Special thanks to the North Park Theater for featuring Dr. Suess’ The Lorax! Don’t miss this exciting double feature!

Sun Apr 22nd

Earth Day at the Buffalo Museum of Science!

Buffalo Museum of Science

Celebrate Earth Day this April 22 at the Buffalo Museum of Science. With hands on activities throughout the Museum and local student artwork, this is a learning experience you won’t want to miss!…

Mon Apr 16th → Sun Apr 22nd

WNY Local Restaurant Week

Restaurants agree to offer at least ONE Dining Feature for $20.18, $30.18 and/or $40.18. Prices EXCLUDE tax and gratuity. Lunch and/or Dinner for Two for $20.18, $30.18, and/or $40.18. For…

Mon Apr 23rd

Scaling Up Your Business: Business Lending Options.

West Side Bazaar

Find out about Scaling up your small business.

Mon Apr 23rd

Trauma

Mohawk Place

Trauma -former members of Testament, Danzig, Dublin Death Patrol. San Francisco’s legendary thrash metal band TRAUMA has signed an exclusive global distribution deal with THE ORCHARD/SONY, and the…

Mon Apr 23rd

The Convalescence

Stamps The Bar

FTMP Events Presents:The Convalescencew/ A Stranger to Remorse, Overlook WNY, Primal Scream Therapy, & I Am The CaptainMonday, April 23rd$10 General Presale, $12 Day Of Show…

Mon Apr 23rd

Trauma * features former members of Testament, Danzig, Dublin Death Patrol | Originally Cliff Burton of Metallica’s band

Mohawk Place

FTMP Events Presents:Trauma* features former members of Testament, Danzig, Dublin Death Patrol | Originally Cliff Burton of Metallica’s bandw/ The Impurity, Coffin Hook, Gods…

Tue Apr 17th → Tue Apr 24th

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Collagraph Printmaking Workshop

WNY Book Arts Center

Make a collagraph plate using various materials. Similar to a collage, a collagraph plate is made by cutting and pasting materials or objects onto a base plate. When inked, the plate can be printed like…

Tue Apr 24th

2018 TOY Brew Bash

Resurgence Brewing Company

Raise a pint to support the Theater of Youth. Join us for an evening of drinks, food, auctions, raffles, and more at Resurgence Brewing Company - all in support of TOY's mission to better the lives of…

Tue Apr 24th

Nutrition, Exercise, & Integrative Health

Breast Cancer Network of WNY

After losing her sister to Breast Cancer, Robbie Raugh feels it is now her calling is to help others to improve and save their life by preventing and reversing disease through their dietary habits, lifestyle,…

Tue Apr 24th

Bistro Bookers - Teeth: The Story of Beauty, Inequality and the Struggle for Oral Health in America

Chef's Restaurant

Teeth: The Story of Beauty, Inequality and the Struggle for Oral Health in America, by Mary Otto. In this shattering new work, veteran health journalist Mary Otto looks inside America’s mouth, revealing…

Tue Apr 24th

Olmsted-ucation Week: Tree Give Away

Cazenoiva Park Casino

Need a new tree for your landscape? Stop by the Cazenovia Park Casino to pick one up, compliments of DEC!

Tue Apr 24th

Healthy Options Cooking Class with Chef Vincent

D'Avolio's Kitchen

Love good food? Join us for a healthy cooking class! The Independent Health Foundation’s Healthy Options program has partnered with local businesses – D'Avolio to provide you with a fun, educational…

Wed Apr 25th

Buffalo Meets

Sato Brewpub

Join Working for Downtown on Wednesday, April 25th at Sato Brewpub for Buffalo Meets. Formerly known as Thursday’s in the City, we’re putting together some of Buffalo’s most interesting…

Wed Apr 25th

National Walk at Lunch Day

Walk meets & ends at the lobby of the Buffalo News (corner of Scott & Washington Streets)

Join Refresh Editor, Scott Scalon and Philip Haberstro of the Wellness Institute for a free 30-minute guided walk! Event Details: Date: Wednesday, April 25th 2018 Time: Walk begins at 12:15 PM Location:…

Wed Apr 25th

Beowulf

Marie Maday Theatre, Canisius College

Experience the epic of Beowulf with Chris Vinsonhaler (professional storyteller and CUNY medieval studies professor with Celtic harp) and Canisius students! Free and open to the public. Free parking in…

Thu Apr 26th

Intricate Stitches: Japanese Stab Binding

WNY Book Arts Center

A perfect pairing with The Basics: Japanese Stab Binding Workshop! More intricate stab binding stitches will be covered, specifically Hemp Stitch and the Tortoise Shell Stitch. Learn to make your…

Thu Apr 26th

Carbon Leaf 25th Anniversary Tour

Buffalo Iron Works

Carbon Leaf is celebrating its 25th Anniversary in 2018 behind a new album and extensive U.S. and European touring. Blending rock, folk, Celtic, bluegrass and Americana traditions into a high-energy style…

Thu Apr 26th

H.O.P.E. HAITI Fundraiser

Marcy Casino in Delaware Park

Join us at the Marcy Casino on April 26th to aid H.O.P.E Haiti in providing necessary resources for Borgne, Haiti ‘s main community library! Hors d’oeuvres and cash bar will be available along…

Thu Apr 26th

Olmsted-ucation Week: Book Signing with Frank Kowsky

The Atrium @ Rich's

In partnership with the National Association for Olmsted Parks, we look forward to the second edition release of Frank Kowsky’s book, "The Best Planned City in the World: Olmsted, Vaux, and the…

Thu Apr 26th

91.3 WBNY’s Annual Battle of the Bands

The 9th Ward

Thursday, April 26th 91.3 WBNY’s Annual Battle of the Bands live in The 9th Ward Tickets: $6.00 at Ticketfly.com, Babeville Box Office (M-F 11a-5p), or charge by phone at…

Thu Apr 26th

Pulp/fictions | A Group Exhibition at the WNY Book Arts Center

WNY Book Arts Center

Pulp/fictions features WNY artists and WNYBAC members who have spent the past year and a half experimenting with the Thai mulberry fiber known as Kozo. Building on their group exhibition last fall, the…

Fri Jan 19th → Fri Apr 27th

Downtown Ceilings & Skylights Tour

Western New York Book Arts

Come ready to look up on this downtown walking tour! This tour will reveal the ornate ceilings and skylights found in many buildings throughout downtown Buffalo. While many people walk underneath them…

Fri Jan 26th → Fri Apr 27th

Inside Tri-Main Tour

TriMain Center

Join us for a tour inside one of Buffalo’s most historic industrial buildings! The Tri-Main Center’s history encompasses four different eras, beginning with Ford in 1915, and continuing through…

Fri Apr 27th

Gladshot

The 9th Ward

Friday, April 27th Gladshot live in The 9th Ward Tickets: General Admission, $8.00 in advance, $10.00 day of show at Ticketfly.com, Babeville Box Office (M-F 11a-5p), or charge by phone at 877.987.6487…

Fri Apr 27th

Arbor Day: Tree Tours

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Celebrate Arbor Day 2018 by visiting some of the trees in our outdoor collection while learning the basics of tree identification. Wear comfortable shoes/boots you do not mind getting muddy. Walk takes…

Fri Apr 27th

Arbor Day: Tree Planting

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Join Botanical Gardens’ staff and volunteers as we add a new tree to our Arboretum’s collection. Free - 3:30pm

Fri Apr 27th

Retro Rewind All Star Jam feat. C.O.Jones, Nerds Gone Wild, Vinnie DeRosa Trio, Alyssa Gill

Buffalo Iron Works

Boling Entertainment Proudly Presents the First Annual Retro Rewind Allstar Jam Starring some amazing entertainment, such as C.O. Jones, The Nerds Gone Wild, with special guests Vinnie Derosa Trio and…

Fri Apr 27th

Olmsted-ucation Week: What the Heck is an Arboretum?

Forest Lawn Margaret L. Wendt Archive and Resource Center

Calling all historic preservationist and tree-enthusiasts, join us for Rooted in History, Growing our Future: What the heck is an Arboretum?! — an expert panel discussion on Arboreta in the historic…

Fri Apr 27th

Dave Schiavone Quintet plays Stan Getz

Arts at The Bakery

One of Buffalo’s favorite jazz saxophonists, Dave Schiavone will present a concert featuring the music of saxophone legend Stan Getz. Getz first came into prominence in the 1940s as a featured soloist…

Fri Apr 27th

Trinity Blooms! Auction and Gala

Trinity Episcopal Church

On Friday, April 27th, 2018 Trinity's 15th Annual Auction and Gala 'Trinity Blooms' will once again offer a bounty of wonderful gifts and items to entice bidders. Last year nearly 150 people from throughout…

Fri Apr 27th

Chur Family Gallery Art Opening - Mary Pratt Pottery

Roycroft Campus - Power House

The Roycroft Campus is hosting an opening reception for Roycroft Artisan in Clay, Mary Pratt, on Friday April 27th from 4 - 9pm in the Chur Family Gallery, located in the Roycroft Power House. Pratt draws…

Fri Apr 27th → Sat Apr 28th

Fire and Rain with AJ Swearingen and Jayne Kelli: Key Bank Pops BPORocks

Kleinhans Music Hall

In 2015, AJ Swearingen was a big hit with Buffalo audiences in his Simon and Garfunkel tribute. He’s back with a new show featuring the iconic singer-songwriters of the 70s – James Taylor,…

Sat Apr 28th

Sharon & Bram - Family Matinee

Seneca Queen Theatre

Since 1978, Sharon Hampson and Bram Morrison have been pre-eminent in all aspects of family entertainment across North America as members of the trio “Sharon, Lois & Bram”. Together, the…

Sat Apr 28th

Dueling Pianos and Dinner

Joseph's Country Manor and Grove

Enjoy a fabulous dinner and a great Dueling Pianos show. Since 1999, Dueling Pianos International from Detroit Michigan, has been performing globally! DPI will bring TWO Grand Pianos to our facility for…

Sat Apr 28th

Fairy Garden Make-It Take-It

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

A Make-It, Take-It Workshop just for kids ages 5-12! Make your own miniature garden for fairies or gnomes during this fun workshop the day of the Fairy Festival. We’ll be using found and natural…

Sat Apr 28th

Fairy and Gnome Festival

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Celebrate spring with our mythical friends! Visitors young and young-at-heart are welcome to join us for fun activities all day long, including fairy-themed crafts and activities, a special scavenger…

Sat Apr 28th

Fairy and Gnome House Contest

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Attention scouts, classrooms, families and other groups! Build a fairy house and enter it into our contest! Registration is due by April 21. Submissions are to be dropped off to the Botanical Gardens…

Sat Apr 28th

Wine Fest

Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel

Wine Fest Presented by the Niagara Wine Trail USA Join the Celebration at Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel with the Niagara Wine Trail wineries! Choose either the afternoon (12 pm-4 pm) OR evening (5…

Sat Apr 28th

Sentimental Spring

C.C.A.

C.C.A invites all those who are inspired by music, vocalists, art, and poetry to our showcase event “Sentimental Spring.” Art is defined as a skill acquired by experience, study, or observation…

Sat Apr 28th

Nickel City Wrestling Presents April Mayhem

Matthew Glab Post

Nickel City Wrestling Presents April Mayhem live Saturday April 28th from the Matthew Glab Post located at 1965 Abbott rd in Lackawanna, Doors open at 5:30 & bell time is 6pm! Tickets are $15 for…

Sat Apr 28th

The Lizards - Phish Tribute

Buffalo Iron Works

The Lizards – Phish Tribute: “The Lizards are a PHISH tribute band. Playing songs written and/or performed by the Phinest gents from Vermont.”

Sat Apr 28th

Ex-WWE Stars Coming to Albion

Orleans County 4-H Fairgrounds

Empire State Wrestling (ESW) will debut at the Orleans County 4-H Fairgrounds, at 12690 Route 31, Albion, NY, and present “Fairground Fallout” on Saturday, April 28. The event will feature…

Sat Apr 28th

Blues Guitar concert with Doug Yeomans and Hayden Fogle

Arts at The Bakery

If you close your eyes and just listen to the music, you would never know that the person playing the guitar and singing is only 17 years old. Hayden discovered the blues at an early…

Sat Apr 28th

Solar in the City!

Lafayette High School - BPS #204

FREE information about solar energy for renters and homeowners of all income levels! Plus food, games and prizes, family-friendly. New solar options being promoted by PUSH Green offer affordable…

Sat Apr 28th

Meet author Lauren Belfer

Marcy Casino in Delaware Park

Join Explore Buffalo for a special opportunity to meet Lauren Belfer, author of the popular novel City of Light, set in Buffalo at the dawn of the 20th century. Belfer will present an illustrated…

Sat Apr 28th

National Build Day Comes to Buffalo

Buffalo Center

Amelia Veitch and Austin Reese, seniors at the University of Buffalo, received a grant from Engineers for a Sustainable World (ESW), a national organization that provides grants to students to help them…

Sat Apr 28th

The Screaming Pineapples

Clinton Bar & Grill

Follow the adventures of The Screaming Pineapples, Western New York's award winning premier party rock band! Bringing you hits from dance, party, country and rock. Everything from Elvis to The Hip.

Sat Apr 28th

Cherry Blossom Film Fest: The Third Murder

North Park Theatre

Join us for one of the best Japanese dramas of the year, screening in partnership with the Buffalo Cherry Blossom Festival.

Fri Apr 27th → Sat Apr 28th

The Buffalo 5

Mooney's Sports Bar & Grill

Mooney's On Military presents The Buffalo 5, a Classic Rock, Pop, and Oldies cover band, with a female lead vocalist that will get you dancing!

Fri Apr 27th → Sat Apr 28th

Aaron Smith/Will Raimondo Duo

Mooney's Sports Bar & Grill - Williamsville

Mooney's In Williamsville presents Aaron Smith and the Will Raimondo Duo! Aaron Smith is a blues/alternative solo acoustic artist born and raised in Western New York. No matter the event, Aaron is…

Sun Apr 29th

Fair City Fire w/ Nylon Otters

The 9th Ward

Fair City Fire w/ Nylon Otters live in The 9th Ward Fair City Fire Fair City Fire is a groove-heavy, in-your-face, rock and roll band out of Austin, TX. Their sound is marked by tasteful…

Sun Apr 29th

Walk A Mile in Her Shoes 2018

UB Harriman Hall

There's an old saying: "You can't really understand someone until you've walked a mile in their shoes." This event asks participants to literally walk one mile in women's (high heeled) shoes.This year's…

Sat Apr 28th → Sun Apr 29th

Knox Art & Garden Show

Main House at Knox Farm State Park

More than 110 artists and vendors selling artwork, jewelry, handmade soaps, unique garden treasures, stained glass, fine pottery, wood crafts, garden planters, photography, birdfeeders, baby items, paper…

Sun Apr 29th

Historic Linwood Tour of Homes

WNY Artists Group

Linwood Preservation District & Friends presents the 2018 Historic Linwood Tour of Homes! This tour commemorates the 40th anniversary of the Linwood Historic Preservation District. Our beautiful neighborhood…

Sun Apr 29th

April Craft and Vendor Show @ St. Andrews Sloan

St. Andrew School

Just in time for Mother's Day! With more than 35 vendors and crafters there will be plenty of gifts to choose from. Mackis Memory Feral Cat Group wll be back and will benefit from the raffle because it's…

Fri Apr 27th → Sun Apr 29th

Security

Torn Space Theater

Torn Space Theater premieres a new three-day performance installation by long-time collaborators, Tim Stegner and Frank Napolski. Security runs April 27 through 29 at the resident theater of Torn Space,…

Sun Apr 29th

Runway Rhapsody

Wanakah Country Club

Runway Rhapsody A Philharmonic Fashion Show, Sunday Champagne Brunch and basket raffle will be held at Wanakah Country Club, 5161 Lake Shore Rd Hamburg , Sunday April 29th, stating at 11:30 AM. …

Sun Apr 29th

Raíces presents a Reading of MOJADA by Luis Alfaro

Road Less Traveled Productions

A contemporary retelling of Medea presented by Raíces Theatre Company. Directed by Megan Callahan and starring Anthony Alcocer, Marta Aracelis, Melinda Capeles, Lissette DeJesus, Carlos Rafael…

Sun Apr 29th

An Afternoon with The Hastings Sampson Duo

Orchard Park American Legion Post 567

An Afternoon Sing-a long and Dance Party. Join us for an afternoon of entertainment with Great music by The Hastings and Sampson Duo who are bringing their party back to Legion Post 567 for a Sunday afternoon…

Sun Apr 29th

Cherry Blossom Film Fest: Oh Lucy!

North Park Theatre

Join us for one of the best Japanese comedies of the year, screening in partnership with the Buffalo Cherry Blossom Festival!

Sun Apr 1st → Mon Apr 30th

BOOKS FOR KIDS Community Donation Drive

Various throughout Buffalo

The annual BOOKS FOR KIDS community donation drive emphasizes the importance of reading by providing every child with a book of their own to read. This year’s donation drive runs from April…

Sat Mar 31st → Mon Apr 30th

Jazz Appreciation Month

Various locations throughout Buffalo

JazzBuffalo Plans 10 Plus Concerts To Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month And International Jazz Day Last April, JazzBuffalo and the jazz community in Buffalo became first-time participants in the annual…

Mon Apr 30th

City Of The Weak, Echo Black, In Loving Memory, Big Tim Kellams

Mohawk Place

FTMP Events Presents:City of the Weak, Echo Black, In Loving Memory, Big Tim Kellams, Melia, &A Silent EndingMonday, April 30th$10 General Presale, $12 Day Of Show18+ (ID…

Mon Apr 30th

Right-sizing: Four Steps Toward Simplifying Your Home

Orchard Park Senior Center

Has the time come to organize and streamline your home? If so, join Michael Olear, lead broker of The Olear Team at MJ Peterson, as he hosts Right-sizing: Four Steps Toward Simplifying Your Home, at 1:30…

Mon Apr 30th

Cherry Blossom Chill 5

Campus House at Buffalo State

Buffalo State's Events Management Class partners with BCBF to start the week with an after- work celebration.

Fri Apr 27th → Sat May 5th

Buffalo Quickies

Alleyway Theater

The annual celebration of one-act plays features world premieres of recent finalists and one-act winners of the Maxim Mazumdar New Play Competition. A smorgasbord of tasty theatrical tidbits flavored…

Fri Apr 27th → Sun May 6th

The Phantom of the Opera

Shea's Performing Arts Center

Cameron Mackintosh’s spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA makes a triumphant return to Buffalo as part of its North American Tour. This production,…

Thu Apr 12th → Thu May 10th

Roycroft History Course

Roycroft Campus - Power House

The Roycroft Campus will once again be offering a special Roycroft History Course this Spring. This semester's theme will be Thinking Outside the Box. We will take a closer look at different individuals…

Fri Apr 6th → Sat May 12th

Federico Solmi – The Good Samaritans

Rochester Contemporary Art Center

The Good Samaritans is a solo exhibition comprised of several video installations by Italian artist Federico Solmi. His installations include different media such as video, drawings, mechanical sculptures,…

Fri Apr 13th → Sat May 12th

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The Full Monty

Subversive Theatre

For the newest installment of our annual "workers' power play series," we're thrilled to present the gleefully raunchy blue collar Broadway musical that dares to ask just how far workers have to go survive…

Thu Apr 19th → Sun May 13th

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Sight Unseen presented by the Jewish Repertory Theatre

Jewish Repertory Theatre

SIGHT UNSEEN by DONALD MARGULIES Thursday @ 7:30pm: Apr. 19, Apr. 26, May 3, May 10Saturday @ 4pm & 8pm: Apr. 21, Apr. 28, May 5, May 12Sunday @ 2pm: Apr. 22, Apr. 29, May 6, May 13 Directed…

Fri Apr 20th → Sun May 13th

THE AWFUL TRUTH by Arthur Richman

Irish Classical Theatre Company

In this gem of a comedy, the inspiration for the 1937 screwball film starring Irene Dunne and Cary Grant, a divorcee with expensive tastes and limited means plans to tie the knot with a wealthy Oklahoma…

Fri Apr 27th → Sun May 20th

The CHRISTIANS by Lucas Hnath

Road Less Traveled Productions

Today, Pastor Paul will reveal his honest belief that Hell does not exist. Today, his friend and associate Pastor Joshua will publicly oppose him—splitting our parish and dividing…

Fri Apr 27th → Sun May 20th

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Fri Apr 27th → Sun May 20th

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The Foreigner

The Kavinoky Theatre

In a rural fishing Lodge, Froggy, a British demolition expert, has brought along a pathologically shy young man named Charlie who is overcome with fear at the thought of making conversation with strangers.…

Mon Apr 9th → Mon May 21st

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Mon Apr 9th → Mon May 21st

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IN Balance | Ground and Relax: Sleep, Movement, and Diet Six-Week Series

START WITH SLEEP

A new 6-week series focused on teaching you how to use sleep, nutrition, and movement to create a more balanced lifestyle. Hosted by Root and Rise Ayurveda.Having issues with waking in the middle of the…

Mon Apr 9th → Mon May 21st

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Mon Apr 9th → Mon May 21st

Days: Mon

IN Balance | Sooth and Release: Sleep, Movement, and Diet Six-Week Series

START WITH SLEEP

A new 6-week series focused on teaching you how to use sleep, nutrition, and movement to create a more balanced lifestyle. Hosted by Root and Rise Ayurveda. Having a hard time falling asleep at…

Thu Apr 12th → Thu May 24th

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Thu Apr 12th → Thu May 24th

Days: Thu

IN Balance | Energize and Motivate: Sleep, Movement, and Diet Six-Week Series

START WITH SLEEP

A new 6-week series focused on teaching you how to use sleep, nutrition, and movement to create a more balanced lifestyle. Hosted by Root and Rise Ayurveda. Having a hard time getting out of bed…

Wed Apr 25th → Sun May 27th

Once

MusicalFare Theatre

From the very first note, ONCE draws you in and never lets go. This emotionally captivating musical is the only show to have music that won the Academy Award, Grammy Award, Olivier Award and Tony Award! …

Wed Apr 25th → Sun May 27th

Days: Sun, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

Wed Apr 25th → Sun May 27th

Days: Sun, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

ONCE

MusicalFare Theatre

From the very first note, ONCE draws you in and never lets go. This emotionally captivating musical is he only show to have music that won the Academy Award, Grammy Award, Olivier Award and Tony Award.…

Sat Apr 7th → Sat Jun 16th

Horticulture Certificate Series: Horticulture IV

The Botanical Gardens of Buffalo and Erie County

11am-1pm, I & II - Garden Members $105/series, $20/class, General Public $135/series, $25/class III & IV - Garden Members $100/ series, $22/class, General Public $120/series, $27/class Join us…

Sat Apr 7th → Sat Jun 16th

Horticulture IV

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Join us for an entertaining garden education with David Clark, Horticulturist & CNLP. David is fast becoming one of the country’s noted garden speakers! These classes are great for beginners…

Sat Apr 14th → Sat Jun 23rd

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Sat Apr 14th → Sat Jun 23rd

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Saturday Zumbini Classes at Fit Happenz

Fit Happenz LLC

We're getting ready to start our next Zumbini Sessions at Fit Happenz, LLC! Zumbini is an early childhood, music and movement program for newborns to age 4, with a caregiver. We’ll all dance and…

Mon Apr 16th → Mon Jun 25th

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Mon Apr 16th → Mon Jun 25th

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Monday Zumbini Classes at Fit Happenz

Fit Happenz LLC

We're getting ready to start our next Zumbini Sessions at Fit Happenz, LLC! Location: Fit Happenz, LLC, 485 Cayuga Rd, Cheektowaga, NY 14225 Zumbini is an early childhood, music and movement program for…

Wed Apr 11th → Sat Sep 1st

Stage Kiss

Royal George Theatre

Two bitter exes are cast in the same play as passionate lovers. Will they strangle each other? Or seduce each other? And how can we tell if it’s real or make-believe? Heartfelt and hilarious, this…

Tue Apr 10th → Tue Oct 2nd

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Tue Apr 10th → Tue Oct 2nd

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Food Truck Tuesdays

Larkin Square

Food Truck Tuesdays - Buffalo’s biggest dinner party! Roster of Participating Trucks (trucks listed in italics with an asterisk are new to Food Truck Tuesdays) Amy’s Truck Abbott’s Frozen…

Tue Apr 3rd → Tue Dec 4th

Toddler Story Time

The Buffalo History Museum

Bring your little one to our monthly program. and spend some quality time at the museum. We will read a book and do a related activity. Members free, museum admission.

Tue Apr 24th → Thu Dec 13th

Unyts Blood Drive at DeGraff Memorial Hospital

DeGraff Memorial Hospital

The hospital will host a UNYTS blood drive in the Conference Dining Room & Cafeteria. Walk-ins are welcome. You can also schedule an appointment online at unytsblooddonor.org,…

Fri Apr 20th → Fri Jan 18th

M&T Third Friday

The Buffalo History Museum

Free museum admission to the Museum, 10 am - 8 pm. Free admission to the Resource Center, 10 am - 5 pm. Located at 459 Forest Avenue, where Spirit of the City: Imagining the Pan-American Exposition is…

Mon Apr 30th → Tue Dec 31st

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Mon Apr 30th → Tue Dec 31st

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Golden Knights Chess Club

Lockport YMCA

Learn to play chess with the Golden Knights of Lockport! Group meets weekly on Mondays at 6:00pm.

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Event Calendar April 2018

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