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Sat Aug 30th

Apparent Contradictions - Opening Reception

Rochester Contemporary Art Center

Apparent Contradictions - Opening Reception Opening Reception: Saturday, August 30, 6-9pm On view: August 30 - September 20, 2025 Apparent Contradictions is a regional juried exhibition organized by the…

Sat Aug 30th

Opening Reception: “The Loser Show”

Rochester Contemporary Art Center

Opening Reception: “The Loser Show” Opening Reception: Saturday, August 30, 6-9pmUnder the Influence: Artists Explore Addiction and Loss: September 5, 7pmOn view: August 30 - September…

Sat Aug 30th

Diaspora Dialogue: Healing Our History, Uniting for Future Impact

The Buffalo History Museum

08/30/2025 @ 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Join us for a powerful and necessary community conversation hosted by International Child Advancement (ICA). This in-person gathering is designed to deepen…

Sun Jun 29th → Sun Aug 31st

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Sun Jun 29th → Sun Aug 31st

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Free Yoga Sundays

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

On select Sundays this summer, grab your mat and head to the Botanical Gardens for a free yoga session! Each week, meet instructors from local yoga studios and unwind on our front lawn. After you’ve…

Wed Jul 30th → Sun Aug 31st

Zoomagination: Lantern Festival at the Buffalo Zoo

The Buffalo Zoo

The Zoomagination is vibrant festival showcasing all new lantern displays, celebrating various cultures. This multi-day event start July 30 on Wednesday-Sunday up untill August 31st.

Tue Jun 3rd → Tue Sep 2nd

Good Neighbor Cruise Nite

Rite Aid Parking Lot

A family friendly fun nite to show off & look at cool cars, listen to music, have some good eats and win prizes.Back for our 8th year. Mark your calendars for the Good Neighbor Cruise Nite Dates.…

Fri Jul 25th → Fri Sep 5th

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Fri Jul 25th → Fri Sep 5th

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Frani Evedon, "Into Madness"

Buffalo Arts Studio

Buffalo Arts Studio is honored to present “Into Madness,” a powerful and deeply introspective photographic exhibition by artist Frani Evedon, on view from July 25 through September 5, 2025.…

Sat Sep 6th

Niagara Frontier Antique & Classic Boats 46th Annual Boat Show

Buffalo Launch Club

Niagara Frontier Antique & Classic Boats presents the 46th Annual Antique & Classic Boat Show, commemorating the 200th Anniversary of the Erie Canal, featuring Buffalo Maritime Center's Erie Canal…

Sat Sep 6th

Bebe D'Lure, Please Miss Robot, Don't Take My Job!

Hallwalls

Have you ever wanted to speak with a cyborg? Perhaps you already have and just don’t know it. Since the birth of computerized technology, working-class citizens have discussed fears of robots taking…

Wed Mar 12th → Wed Sep 10th

Open Art Night

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

We’re inviting artists of all media and abilities, near and far, to grab their sketchbooks, canvases, pencils or paints, and find inspiration under the lush conservatory for an intimate art experience…

Wed Sep 10th

Book Talk with Brad Utter on the Erie Canal

The Buffalo History Museum

Join us for a presentation given by author Brad Utter as he discusses his work regarding the Erie Canal. Brad L. Utter is the senior historian of transportation, agriculture, science, technology, and…

Thu Sep 11th

Bringing Nature Home: Creating your own Backyard Habitat

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Whether your garden space is a planter on your balcony, many acres of land, or something in between, your garden is an important part of our ecosystem! In this friendly and informal class, we’ll…

Sat Sep 13th

Falling Leaves September Craft & Vendor Fair

Polish Falcons Society of Depew

Crafters & Vendors... Basket Raffle.... Shopping... and more! Come out to support Buffalo's local small businesses. FREE ADMISSION. $5/5min massages available. You don't need to be present to win…

Wed Aug 6th → Sun Sep 14th

Botanical Inspirations | Arcangel Gallery Exhibit

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

The Buffalo Niagara Art Association, a regional art group in existence since 1955, will turn the talents of its member artists to the beauties and splendors of nature in its Fall 2025 exhibition at the…

Sat Sep 13th → Sun Sep 14th

24th Niagara Celtic Heritage Festival & Highland Games

Niagara County Fairgrounds

Join the fun at NY's largest Celtic festival: Niagara Celtic! Experience a family-friendly weekend celebrating the wonders and pageantry of Ireland, Scotland, Wales and more. Journey through 5 regions…

Wed Sep 17th

Historic Places in Buffalo & WNY Book Launch with author Rick Falkowski

The Buffalo History Museum

Come get a first glimpse of Rick Falkowski’s new book Historic Places of Buffalo & WNY: Information About Historic Locations, Buildings, Homes and Places. Hear Rick discuss the historical…

Thu Sep 18th

Homeschool Class #3

Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum

Students will tour the museum and discover historic uses of science. They will be given a ride on our complex machine, the 1916 Carrousel! Students will then have a 45 minute STEM activity. Recommended…

Thu Sep 18th

Watercolor Sunflowers | Art Workshop at the Botanical Gardens

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Brighten your artistic skills in our Watercolor Sunflower Class! This course is designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike, focusing on capturing the vibrant beauty of sunflowers. You’ll learn…

Sat Sep 20th

Dockside Demonstrations

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As part of BMC’s Dockside Demonstrations series, this special event highlights the incredible skill and dedication of our volunteers. Explore the wide range of craftsmanship that fuels the Buffalo…

Sat Jul 12th → Sat Sep 20th

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Sat Jul 12th → Sat Sep 20th

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Guided Group Tours of the Erie Canal Boat "Seneca Chief"

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Visitors can schedule a guided tour of the Erie Canal Boat Seneca Chief for groups of up to 10 people. BMC docents and educators will lead the group through the boat, providing detailed insights into…

Sat Sep 20th

Return to Center: A Day of Balance, Reflection, & Inner Peace

Goody Girl Flower Farm

Return to Center: A Day of Balance, Reflection, & Inner PeaceReturn to Center: A Day of Balance Reflection & Inner PeaceSaturday September 20 | 10 AM – 3:30 PMStep away from the noise of…

Sun Sep 21st

Farm Dinner with Jacob Benoit of The Grange & Wayland Brewing Company

Erba Verde Farms

Erba Verde Farms invites the Western New York community to gather at its regenerative farm in East Aurora for a meaningful and delicious experience this summer. Each of its summer-long farm-to-table dinner…

Sun Sep 21st

Restoring Roots: A Tribute to the Haudenosaunee and the Bicentennial Voyage

Seneca Bluffs Park

Join us for the first ceremonial planting of an Eastern White Pine to commemorate the Bicentennial of the Erie Canal. This event celebrates community, honors the Haudenosaunee and their enduring connection…

Sun Sep 21st

Buffalo Water Lantern Festival

Delaware Park

The Buffalo Water Lantern Festival is bringing people together for a celebration of light and community! This unforgettable evening will be filled with tasty food trucks, fun music, activities, and thousands…

Wed Sep 24th

Bicentennial Voyage Departure

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The Buffalo Maritime Center’s replica of the Erie Canal Boat Seneca Chief will officially depart Buffalo to begin its Bicentennial Voyage, commemorating Governor DeWitt Clinton's historic 1825 journey…

Wed Sep 24th

Civil War Roundtable

The Buffalo History Museum

The Buffalo Civil War Round Table is pleased to be presenting Dr. Chris Mackowski at the Buffalo History Museum, on Wednesday, September 24 at 6:00 pm. Dr. Mackowski is author or more than a dozen books…

Thu Apr 17th → Thu Sep 25th

Orchid Repotting at the Botanical Gardens

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Join us for an Orchid Repotting Event in partnership with the Niagara Frontier Orchid Society! Bring your orchid with you! Our experts will help repot your plant and…

Sat Sep 27th

Medicine from the Hive | Hands-on Herbal Medicine Making

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

From herbal teas to salves and tinctures, there are a variety of ways that we can harness the power of plants to create herbal remedies right at home! In this hands-on class, we’ll learn to combine…

Thu Sep 11th → Sun Sep 28th

Or,

Irish Classical Theatre Company

Or,, by Liz Duffy Adams, runs September 12 – 28, 2025 at Irish Classical Theatre Company This deliciously dizzying (semi)-historical romp is a night in the life of Aphra Behn; poet, international…

Thu Apr 17th → Tue Sep 30th

What Does It All Mean?: Exploring the Dictionary

Buffalo & Erie County Public Library

What Does It All Mean?: Exploring the Dictionary On view now until September 30, 2025 Rare Book Room Central Library in Downtown Buffalo 1 Lafayette Square Buffalo, NY 14203 See BuffaloLib.org/locations-hours/central-downtown-buffalo…

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Santa's Helpers Christmas Craft & Vendor Fair

Apparent Contradictions - Opening Reception

Opening Reception: “The Loser Show”

Diaspora Dialogue: Healing Our History, Uniting for Future Impact

Free Yoga Sundays

Zoomagination: Lantern Festival at the Buffalo Zoo

Good Neighbor Cruise Nite

Frani Evedon, "Into Madness"

Niagara Frontier Antique & Classic Boats 46th Annual Boat Show

Bebe D'Lure, Please Miss Robot, Don't Take My Job!

Open Art Night

Book Talk with Brad Utter on the Erie Canal

Bringing Nature Home: Creating your own Backyard Habitat

Falling Leaves September Craft & Vendor Fair

Botanical Inspirations | Arcangel Gallery Exhibit

24th Niagara Celtic Heritage Festival & Highland Games

Historic Places in Buffalo & WNY Book Launch with author Rick Falkowski

Homeschool Class #3

Watercolor Sunflowers | Art Workshop at the Botanical Gardens

Dockside Demonstrations

Guided Group Tours of the Erie Canal Boat "Seneca Chief"

Return to Center: A Day of Balance, Reflection, & Inner Peace

Farm Dinner with Jacob Benoit of The Grange & Wayland Brewing Company

Restoring Roots: A Tribute to the Haudenosaunee and the Bicentennial Voyage

Buffalo Water Lantern Festival

Bicentennial Voyage Departure

Civil War Roundtable

Orchid Repotting at the Botanical Gardens

Medicine from the Hive | Hands-on Herbal Medicine Making

Or,

What Does It All Mean?: Exploring the Dictionary

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