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Homeless Alliance of WNY First-Ever Meat Raffle
Fri May 15th

Homeless Alliance of WNY First-Ever Meat Raffle

Knights Events Center, 2735 Union Road, Cheektowaga, NY 14227

It's a meat raffle. It's also kind of a big deal. More than 7,000 people in Erie County experience homelessness every year. Right now, only one in five can get the help they need. The Homeless Alliance of WNY is working to change that, and on May 15, 2026, you can help. Join the Homeless Alliance for… >>

GLAMerica 250 Exhibit Opening
Fri May 15th

GLAMerica 250 Exhibit Opening

The Buffalo History Museum

Join us Friday, May 15 from 5:30–8 PM for the opening celebration of GLAM-erica 250. Come dressed in your favorite outfit, accessory, or look that reflects your own GLAM—Grounded, Locating, Aspiration, or Memory. Enjoy light refreshments, a cash bar, and music from a live DJ in a festive, after-hours… >>

Cabaret Nights Buffalo | A Luxury Masquerade & Burlesque Dinner Show
Sat May 16th

Cabaret Nights Buffalo | A Luxury Masquerade & Burlesque Dinner Show

The Mahogany

Cabaret Nights Buffalo: a luxury masquerade burlesque dinner show this May featuring live entertainment, dining, and immersive nightlife.

Hit the Lights & Major League
Sat May 16th

Hit the Lights & Major League

Rec Room
AVATAR: DON'T GO IN THE FOREST
Sat May 16th

AVATAR: DON'T GO IN THE FOREST

Buffalo Riverworks
Herb Container Garden Workshop at the Botanical Gardens
Sat May 16th

Herb Container Garden Workshop at the Botanical Gardens

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Join us in preparing for summer by planting your very own Herb Container Garden. During this hands-on workshop, plant your very own beautiful herb container garden while discussing some of the many uses these plants have. Learn how to properly harvest your herbs and some fun recipes too! All materials… >>

Celebrate Spring
Mon May 18th

Celebrate Spring

The Buffalo History Museum

Celebrate the season with an unforgettable evening of music in The Buffalo History Museum’s State Court, featuring our extraordinary 125-year-old Steinway piano. This special concert, inspired by the theme “Celebrate Spring,” brings together timeless works for solo piano alongside evocative songs from… >>

Orthodox
Mon May 18th

Orthodox

Rec Room
ISA Niagara Frontier Section TECH EXPO 2026
Tue May 19th

ISA Niagara Frontier Section TECH EXPO 2026

Buffalo Riverworks

Sponsored by The Exhibitors and The Niagara Frontier Section of the ISA are proud to announce the 58th annual trade show!

Art Meets Jazz: A Night of Beatles and Jazz!  Back by Popular Demand!
Wed May 20th

Art Meets Jazz: A Night of Beatles and Jazz! Back by Popular Demand!

Beebe's At The Gallery

Join us for a truly unique night as Art Meets Jazz presents a brand new side project by the innovative jazz bassist, Nate Kalnitz.