Buffalo Events

Annual Events

Address: 96 Jewett Pkwy, Church of the Good Shepherd, Buffalo, NY 14214 Category: Tours and Vacation - Walking Dates: May 17, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

On this intriguing tour of homes in the historic Parkside neighborhood, homeowners and knowledgeable guides lead visitors through homes that may range from Victorian to Arts and Crafts style. The tour begins at the Church of the Good Shepherd, and participants must be 12 or older. To order tickets in advance, contact...

Address: 146 W Utica St, Hellenic Orthodox Church of the Annunciation, Buffalo, NY 14222-2085 Category: Fair / Festival - Cultural Dates: June 5 - June 7, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

This festival celebrates Greek culture, with a broad offering of food, art, music, and entertainment from one of the most interesting cultures on earth.

Address: Best and Fillmore Sts, Martin Luther King, Jr. Park, Buffalo, NY 14211 Category: Fair / Festival - Cultural Dates: June 6 - June 14, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

This cultural bonanza has celebrated Buffalo's African-American culture since 1976. The festival includes art, seminars, a health fair, plays, and lectures. More than 100 vendors offer their wares at this June festival.

Address: North, Allen, and Virginia Sts, Buffalo, NY 14202-1301 Dates: June 13 - June 14, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

For more than 40 years, this well-attended June favorite has showcased the finest of American and Canadian arts and crafts. More than 460 artisans participate in what promises to be great fun for the entire family.

Address: Delaware Park, Buffalo, NY 14214-2202 Category: Performance - Theater - Drama Dates: June 18, 2009 - August 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Summers seem to be made for theater and this Buffalo tradition offers outdoor performances of Shakespeare classics, such as "As You Like It" and "A Winter's Tale." Be sure to bring a lawn chair or blanket. The second largest/most successful free outdoor Shakespeare festival in the US.

Address: 2607 Niagara St, Riverside Park, Buffalo, NY 14207 Dates: June 27 - July 5, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

This fun-filled event commemorates the longstanding relationship between Canada and the United States, and is staged in both Fort Erie, Ontario and at Riverside Park in Buffalo. Festivities include arts and crafts, an air show, concerts, fireworks, a horse show, and rides.

Address: Main St, at Chippewa and South Division St, Buffalo, NY 14203 Category: Food / Drink Event - Tasting (food or drink) Dates: July 11 - July 12, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Taste of Buffalo is among the country's leading food and entertainment events, with nearly 40 restaurants participating. Regardless of your culinary preferences, there's sure to be something here for both cautious and adventurous taste buds.

Address: Swan St, Dunn Tire Park, Buffalo, NY Dates: September 5 - September 6, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Several wing-eating contests, children's activities, a .5K run and two recipe contests highlight the action at this distinctive two-day festival, held over Labor Day weekend. Live rock bands add to the entertainment. To purchase refreshments, food tickets are required. Cash only for most beverages.

Address: Chippewa St, Key Center, Buffalo, NY 14202 Dates: December 5, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Buffalo kicks off its holiday season with the lighting of a beautiful 40-foot Christmas tree and festivities you won't want to miss! From free ice skating and old-fashioned horse'n'buggy rides to face painting and balloon art, there are plenty of family-friendly activities, culminating in the arrival of Santa and his...