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Dave Matthews Band
Wed Jul 22nd

Dave Matthews Band

Darien Lake Amphitheater

Event is rain or shine. For the safety, comfort and experience of all fans, outside lawn chairs are NOT allowed into the venue. A limited number of lawn chair rentals will be available for advance purchase online or at the venue on the day of the event, while supplies last. Current bag policy is limited… >>

Artist Talk: Bridging Acts: A Dialogue in Motion and Media
Wed Jul 22nd

Artist Talk: Bridging Acts: A Dialogue in Motion and Media

Hallwalls

This talk will feature both artists discussing their individual practices and the upcoming one-day Bridging Acts performance — including process, preparation, challenges, and insights. Related Events: Performance Venue: UB Center for the Arts – Black Box Theatre Saturday, July 25, 6:30–7:45 PM Artist… >>

Garden Explorers Summer Camp: Art of the Elements
Mon Jul 20th → Fri Jul 24th

Garden Explorers Summer Camp: Art of the Elements

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Explore the inspiring beauty of plants and nurture your child’s love for nature by joining the Garden Explorers program at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens! This half-day program explores various subjects including art, science, botany, and gardening with differing themes each week. Garden… >>

NE-YO & AKON: Nights Like This Tour 2026
Fri Jul 24th

NE-YO & AKON: Nights Like This Tour 2026

Darien Lake Amphitheater

Event is rain or shine. For the safety, comfort and experience of all fans, outside lawn chairs are NOT allowed into the venue. A limited number of lawn chair rentals will be available for advance purchase online or at the venue on the day of the event, while supplies last. Current bag policy is limited… >>

Slightly Stoopid
Fri Jul 24th

Slightly Stoopid

Terminal B At The Outer Harbor
It’s Time for 6x6! Virtual Art Sale Kick-off: June 1
Mon Jun 1st → Sat Jul 25th

It’s Time for 6x6! Virtual Art Sale Kick-off: June 1

Rochester Contemporary Art Center Rochester, NY

Global Online Preview & Auction for Early Buyer Positions Begins: May 8 at 10am In Gallery Preview: May 29, 30, 31 Virtual Art Sale Kick-Off: June 1, 10am *access code needed to buy artworks* General Online Purchasing Begins: June 3 at 10am *no access code needed to buy artworks* In Gallery Opening:… >>

Mariah the Scientist
Sat Jul 25th

Mariah the Scientist

Terminal B At The Outer Harbor

Mariah the Scientist’s music blends contemporary R&B, alt-R&B, and trap-soul, marked by airy soprano leads, layered harmonies, and sparse, drum-forward production. (show postponed from June 6th)

Crafting in the Courtyard at the Botanical Gardens
Sat Jul 25th

Crafting in the Courtyard at the Botanical Gardens

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Let your child’s imagination bloom during Crafting in the Courtyard, a fun-filled crafting event set in the beautiful courtyard of the Botanical Gardens! Surrounded by colorful flowers, kids will dive into hands-on art projects inspired by nature. This event is designed to spark creativity while connecting… >>

22nd Annual Queen City Jazz Festival
Sat Jul 25th

22nd Annual Queen City Jazz Festival

Lafayette Square

Kahlil Kwame Bell and Special EFX with Chieli Minucci will headline the festival with opening performances from RNSM Band, Gaubaza Band, and Sehrea N'Dayu & The Enchanted Sounds. FREE TO THE PUBLIC. Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. Parking is public and first come, first serve.   RSVP on Eventbrite… >>

Garden Explorers Summer Camp: Art of the Summertime
Mon Jul 27th → Fri Jul 31st

Garden Explorers Summer Camp: Art of the Summertime

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Explore the inspiring beauty of plants and nurture your child’s love for nature by joining the Garden Explorers program at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens! This half-day program explores various subjects including art, science, botany, and gardening with differing themes each week. Garden… >>