Events in Buffalo

Mental Health and Magic (June 24th @ 7pm)

A supportive gathering centered on mental health, offering a welcoming place to voice concerns, share experiences, or simply listen while exploring strategies for coping and growth during difficult times. The conversation is guided by Phoenix Coffin-Williams, a mental health professional licensed in New York State who operates a private practice and donates time to serve the community.

Prospect Park, Buffalo, NY, United States, New York 14213

Free Community Yoga at Prospect Park Wednesdays - Be Well with Mel

Enjoy a free community yoga session in Prospect Park in Buffalo. MelsCamp offers an accessible practice that blends qigong, yoga, and breathwork to release tension, build stamina, and cultivate energy. Expect mindful movement that helps you tune into your senses and breathe with intention, all as part of a relaxed group practice in the park. There is no registration or fee, and all levels are welcome. Bring a mat if you have one. A towel, a blanket, or a friend can be helpful too. Sessions are led by Melissa Campbell, who has taught and practiced qigong, yoga, and wellness in Buffalo for more than twenty years. Her work is rooted in the Universal Healing Tao tradition and informed by her time at Spiritwind in Allentown, with a grounded, practical approach and a friendly spirit. Whether you are new to movement or have years of experience, there is space for you here.

The Yard at Perry

Crafted Cob comes to The Yard at Perry, celebrating the season with a focus on sweet corn that captures the feel of summer.

Isaías Craft Café - Junk Journaling

Take part in a relaxed, drop-in creative session at Isaías Craft Café focused on junk journaling. Bring your own project or start a new journal while sampling a featured world snack alongside the coffee and tea bar. Selections from the library’s historic record collection will play during the program. This gathering is intended primarily for ages 13 and up, and adults without children are welcome. For accommodation requests, contact the ADA Coordinator at access@buffalolib.org within seven days of the program.

Week Two @ The Yard

Presented by Buffalo Holiday Market, The Yard is a 12-week outdoor experience filled with live entertainment, local vendors, food, drinks, games, and themed activities all season. Each week unfolds across five evenings with distinct highlights. Wednesdays are geared toward families with kid-friendly fun capped by a movie outdoors. Thursdays spotlight local musicians. Fridays turn into party night with featured entertainment and an energetic vibe. Saturdays deliver destination-style themed events with special attractions and surprises. Sundays center on community time and interactive trivia alongside plenty of food and drinks. Guests can browse small businesses, savor a variety of bites and beverages, enjoy performances, play games, and create summer memories together.

Settle in for a kitten yoga session at Canterra with playful felines from the Buffalo Animal Shelter. The experience welcomes seasoned yogis and first-timers alike, offering gentle stretches, lighthearted moments, and plenty of purrs. Enjoy a relaxing practice while spending time with cuddly companions. All donations support the City of Buffalo Animal Shelter.

Carlton St & North Oak St Buffalo NY 14263

Roswell Park Farmers Market

The Roswell Park Cancer Institute Farmers Market brings together a variety of vendors in one welcoming marketplace. Burning Asphalt Sauces and Twisted Vine Gardens are slated to take part alongside other sellers.

Weekly MAP Farmhouse Market

MAP’s year-round marketplace brings fresh produce and artisan goods to Buffalo’s West Side, with offerings from MAP’s urban farm and kitchen alongside products from local wholesale and consignment vendors. This multi-vendor hub supports area growers and small businesses, celebrates culturally meaningful foods, and encourages learning about the local food system. Payments are accepted by cash, credit or debit, SNAP, Double Up Food Bucks, Farmers Market Nutrition Program checks, and Fresh Connect.

Explore the art of paper botanicals in a hands-on workshop at the Book Arts studio. Participants will craft flowers and leaves using found items and reclaimed materials, perfect for embellishing artwork, craft projects, or home decor. The session welcomes makers of all skill levels and is designed with beginners and ages 12 and up in mind, with no prior experience required. All materials and tools are provided. Instruction is led by Teaching Artist Seth Brauchler. Cost is $65, or $55 for members.

Captain Trips

A series of summer concerts presents live music across the season, offering multiple performances under one program.

Sully's Harbor Bar

FREE Outdoor Thursday Night Yoga

Unroll your mat for an open-air yoga session at Niawanda Park, taking in the park’s scenic views as you flow, stretch, and recharge. The class blends mindful movement, relaxation, and a welcoming sense of community for all experience levels. Bring a yoga mat and water, and look for the group by the bandshell.

Niawanda Park

Take a relaxed, volunteer-guided walk through Tifft Nature Preserve at an easy pace. All ages are welcome. Admission is free, and a $3 per person donation is appreciated. This program is presented by Independent Health. Call (716) 825-6397 to confirm that the walk will take place. No advance registration is required.

The Soundwaves Concert Series takes place aboard the Harbor Queen, where local musicians deliver a wide-ranging set that spans blues with soul, lively rock, and more. As the vessel cruises along the Buffalo waterfront on Lake Erie, passengers can enjoy the views while the music sets a relaxed, entertaining mood.

Magical Philosophy - session 2 (June 26th @ 7pm)

Session 2 explores Otz Chayim as the visual framework that shapes this philosophy. Participants will look at how the structure is formed and how the world relates to it, followed by instruction in the Middle Pillar Technique. The session is led by Gretchen Schork. The fee for this session is $10. The book for the eight-week course is $25.

The Massachusetts Avenue Project’s Mobile Market stops at Broadway Pediatrics, bringing in-season produce from nearby farms to the Buffalo community. In addition to fruits and vegetables, it features culturally significant foods that can be difficult to find in typical grocery stores. Prices are kept accessible through special programs, and the market accepts cash, cards, and SNAP/EBT, along with benefits such as Double Up Food Bucks NY, Fresh Connect, and FMNP checks.

Big Ditch Brewing Company

MSM Alumnae Gathering

MSM alumnae gather at Big Ditch Brewing Company for an evening of laughter and memories. Drink specials and light appetizers are available while Mounties reconnect in a relaxed setting.

Buffalo Convention Center

Nickel City Comic Con

At Nickel City Con, a collaborative vendor booth with Apollo's Anvil Laser Engraving will make its debut. The booth will showcase a selection of cool items for attendees to explore.

Buffalo Convention Center

Festivals

Nickel City Comic Con

Nerdy By Nature will be a vendor at Nickel City Comic Con at the Buffalo Convention Center, bringing a selection of nerdy, cute, and collectible goods. Offerings include wax melts with cereal-inspired varieties, car freshies and diffusers, tumblers, 3D printed fidget toys including dragons, and charm earrings with more to discover. Attendees in cosplay or casual wear can browse the booth and enjoy the convention atmosphere. Please note that Nerdy By Nature is a vendor only and does not handle vendor spots or accept money for them.

Blues on Weck concert

Blues on Weck returns to Raintree Bar And Grill for a blues concert. This appearance brings live music back to the venue for fans of the genre.

Raintree Bar And Grill

Men's Mental Health Group

This group brings men together in a welcoming setting to connect with others who understand, share experiences, and offer mutual support.

Hope Wilk, harp

Harpist Hope Wilk presents a wide ranging program featuring works by Canadian composer Glenn Buhr, Hovhaness, Lou Harrison, Grieg, and John Cage. In recognition of Pride Month, the performance concludes with music by Elton John.

Front Park, Buffalo, NY 14213, United States

Children's Storytime

A children’s storytime takes place every Saturday in the Kids Department.

This class is for dogs that bark, growl, or lunge while on leash. Some do this because they feel uneasy and want more space, while others are simply full of excitement that comes out as reactive behavior. By focusing on the reasons behind these reactions and teaching steadier responses, the class helps dogs move through everyday situations more calmly and with growing confidence.

JUN28

This session brings an upbeat Zumba® workout to Larkin Square as part of Fitness in the Parks. Certified YMCA instructors lead a music-powered class set to Latin and international rhythms, welcoming to all ages and fitness levels. The class takes place near the pickleball courts. Attendees should bring a water bottle, and no additional equipment is needed. Fitness in the Parks is a free outdoor series in its 15th season, and registration is not needed. An additional Zumba® class is also offered at this location.

Fitness in the Parks: Circuit Training at Buffalo RiverWorks

Keep moving this summer with Circuit Training at Buffalo RiverWorks, part of the Fitness in the Parks series presented by Independent Health and YMCA Buffalo Niagara. This total-body session blends low and high impact cardio with bodyweight strength and core exercises, and every movement can be modified to match different fitness levels. The class is held on the Independent Health Sport Court. Please bring a water bottle and a mat, and no other equipment is needed. Classes in this series are free, led by certified YMCA instructors, open to all ages and experience levels, and do not require registration.

Free Community Yoga at Prospect Park Mondays - Be Well with Mel

Free community yoga unfolds in Prospect Park in Buffalo with MelsCamp, offering an open and accessible practice for all. The session blends qigong, yoga, and breathwork into approachable movements that lengthen and mobilize the body, ease tension, build endurance, and replenish energy. Participants are encouraged to cultivate sensory awareness and steady breathing while moving in ways that feel supportive. There is no registration, no prior experience needed, and no fee. Participants may bring a mat if they have one, along with a towel or blanket, and are welcome to bring a friend. Guidance is provided by Melissa Campbell, a Buffalo-based teacher with more than twenty years of experience. Her work grows out of the Universal Healing Tao tradition and was shaped by her time at Spiritwind in Allentown, with a grounded, practical approach that keeps things light and engaging. It is a simple, friendly gathering focused on well-being in a park setting.

Fitness on the Lawn All Levels Flow Yoga

Enjoy a free outdoor fitness session on the front lawn of the Town of Tonawanda Aquatic and Fitness Center, presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of WNY. This all levels flow yoga class welcomes beginners and seasoned practitioners, linking movement with breath to gradually build heat, strength, and stamina. The practice winds down with cooling postures and a restful savasana, with modifications and variations available to support every participant. Please bring a yoga mat and a water bottle. The class is weather dependent, and updates can be found on Facebook.

Sportsmens presents Live Dead & Brothers, an all-star tribute uniting the music of the Grateful Dead and the Allman Brothers Band. With musicians connected to the broader circles of both groups, the concert traces the peak years of psychedelic blues and the early jam band movement. Launched in April 2024, the ensemble has completed 74 performances and continues to honor Bobby Weir’s legacy by carrying this music forward. Tickets are $40 plus an online fee.

Slime Time Summer Camp in Kenmore invites young makers to explore gooey science through a full week of hands-on creations with Miss Bailey. Campers experiment with a playful lineup that includes classic and pearl varieties, birthday cake slime, gold leaf foil slime, DIY floam, glossy chocolate milk slime, two-ingredient blends, chocolate chip cookie dough slime, pastel fluffy textures, and fairy dough. Along the way, they enjoy story time with The Secret Science Project That Almost Ate School and Fairy Science, try a birthday math trick, and learn how chocolate is made. Creative projects feature an oyster and pearl guided drawing and building tin foil creatures. Team challenges keep the energy high with Slime Ball Minute to Win It, Ace Of Slime, and Cotton Ball Scoop, and there is a sweet culinary activity making cookie sandwiches. The week blends science, reading, art, and cooperative play, encouraging curiosity, creativity, and lots of squishy fun.

Town of Tonawanda Public Library - Kenmore Branch

Summer Reading Kick-Off Craft Week!

Celebrate summer reading with a week of hands-on dinosaur crafts at the library. Activities are open to all ages and no registration is needed. Across the week, create a spiky dinosaur using letter cutouts and simple shapes, trace your hand to make a dino you can decorate and take with you, design a glittering creature with sequins and gems, and build a prehistoric friend from recycled cardboard and other creative supplies.

Spanish Cultural Camp

Spanish Cultural Camp returns to Buffalo with a four-day exploration of the language and traditions of Spanish-speaking countries. Participants create hands-on art, discover music with maracas and castanets, and learn the basics of flamenco dance. Activities also include friendly games of fútbol, sampling Spanish foods, practicing new vocabulary, breaking a piñata, and taking part in a simulated bullfight. The program blends creativity, movement, and music to celebrate culture and introduce Spanish.

Toy Story 5 Summer Camp - Williamsville

A Toy Story 5 themed summer camp in Williamsville invites kids back into the toy box with Woody, Buzz, and friends for a fresh adventure filled with surprises, budding friendships, and a mysterious newcomer with a secret. Each day blends storytelling with hands-on art, science, and playful challenges inspired by the world of the toys. Campers tackle math puzzles that reveal colorful alien designs and dive into science with gooey slime and bubble powered rockets. Art time spans from inventing an original toy character to painting cloud-filled skies and following a guided session on drawing Woody. Team games bring the fun to life through a claw machine style hunt, a character scavenger quest, and a sticky hand lasso challenge. Maker moments include building a paper chain version of Slinky Dog and sculpting a custom Potato Head friend. Social studies conversations explore invention and the role of technology, and reading time looks back at character history across three decades. The theme even extends to the kitchen with chocolate covered alien treats and galaxy inspired cereal bars. Along the way, campers create friendship bracelets, sketch a protective blueprint of Andy’s room, and top it off with cowboy or cowgirl hats. The focus is creativity, teamwork, and imagination that reaches for infinity and beyond.

Explore a Japanese energy-healing practice that encourages calm and supports stress mediation in an introductory class. Learn the history of Reiki, how it works, and how to perform it. By the end, participants are prepared to practice Reiki. The fee is $45 and includes a book covering Level 1 and Level 2 Reiki practice. Instruction is led by Rev. Tim and Diane Straube.

Food Truck Tuesday

Savor a wide variety from dozens of food trucks paired with live music. Every vendor includes at least one Healthy Options choice on the menu. Admission and parking are free, made possible by presenting sponsor KeyBank and sponsor Independent Health. This week features the Brothers Band, led by the Nicholas brothers Caleb, Desmond and Joel, known for instrumental interpretations of jazz and R&B hits and for supporting a range of artists. For the latest roster of trucks scheduled to serve, look to the Food Truck Tuesday page.

Larkin Square

Fattey Beer Company – Kenmore

Summer Member Meet Up- Fattey Beer Tap Takeover

QCR teams up with Fatty Beer for a tap takeover and summer member meet up in Buffalo. The gathering welcomes longtime supporters and those simply curious, creating an easy way to connect with Buffalo professionals who are focused on making a difference. Enjoy fresh pours, conversation, and a gift card raffle, with food and beverages available for purchase. Bring a friend to receive five extra raffle entries. A portion of proceeds supports QCR’s mission, and admission is free for QCR members.

Sourdough Focaccia

Buffalo Cake Pops opens its kitchen to the community in collaboration with Sacred Community Nourishment for a hands-on sourdough focaccia class. The session focuses on understanding this beloved bread from crust to crumb, featuring a bronzed exterior, a light interior, and olive oil settling into its hallmark pockets. Participants explore the many ways focaccia can be enjoyed, from hearty sandwiches to bruschetta, as well as a base for both sweet and savory toppings. Attendees learn how to use and care for an active sourdough starter for focaccia fermentation, receive a mature starter cultured by Ashley to take home, and create their own sweet or savory loaf to bring with them. The class includes a demonstration on mixing dough for home fermentation and baking, plus a detailed recipe booklet with step-by-step images, class recipes, and scheduling guides to support baking at home. Tasting samples are provided throughout the experience.

Build your Lindy foundation with a focus on swingouts. This step by step course runs for two months and breaks the movement into manageable parts so beginners can start swinging out with confidence. Dancers with some familiarity can use the series to refine technique and polish execution. It is a nine week progressive class for beginners and the cost is $70. After class, Lindy Fix follows.

Green Pastures Still Waters Wellness Center

Functional Energetics on Tuesday afternoons

Build mindful movement habits in a weekly Functional Energetics session at Green Pastures Still Waters Wellness Center. This practice blends qigong and yoga with strength and mobility work to deepen body awareness, cultivate and store energy, and reconnect with the senses, the body’s internal systems, and the elements of nature. Guided sequences aim to ease discomfort, reduce stagnation, encourage lymphatic flow, and clear energetic pathways throughout the body. Expect to stretch, bend, and move in ways that release tension while building stamina and vitality. Passes are available at $15 per class or $75 for a 10 class pack with a 50 percent discount. Financial barriers are addressed with free passes for classes at the center available by email request. Those who wish to pay it forward can offer voluntary donations via Venmo at @melscamp_yoga or in cash at the door. A chair elevator is available, and parking can be found behind the building or on nearby streets.

Coptic Stitch Duo Bookbinding Class

Explore an ancient bookbinding technique while crafting a pair of hand-sewn journals. In this beginner-friendly class, participants will learn the coptic stitch, a method that originated in 2nd century Egypt and allows books to open completely flat, making them ideal for drawing, journaling, or collage. Everyone will produce two small books, each about 4.25 by 5.5 inches, finished with decorative paper covers. Keep one for yourself and consider gifting the other. This is a two date workshop, and attendance at both sessions is required. Open to all experience levels. Instruction is led by teaching artist Laura Chenault. Cost is $105, or $95 for members.

WNY Book Arts Center

Prospect Park, Buffalo, NY, United States, New York 14213

Free Community Yoga at Prospect Park Wednesdays - Be Well with Mel

Experience free, community-centered yoga in Prospect Park in Buffalo, guided by Melissa Campbell of MelsCamp. This welcoming outdoor session blends qigong, yoga, and breathwork to release tension, build stamina, and cultivate energy. Expect mindful movement that encourages participants to connect with their senses and breathe with intention in a supportive group setting. Open to all experience levels. No sign-up and no cost. Bring a mat if you have one, or use a towel or blanket. Melissa has been practicing and teaching qigong, yoga, and wellness in Buffalo for more than 20 years. Her approach is grounded and practical, rooted in the Universal Healing Tao tradition and shaped by her years at Spiritwind in Allentown. A simple, shared practice in the park focused on well-being.

The Yard at Perry

Bobo’s Taco Box brings fresh tacos to The Yard at Perry for taco lovers.

Letter to Elise does Goo Goo Dolls 7.4.04

Settle in for live music paired with a thoughtfully chosen mix of food options. Entry and parking are complimentary, made possible by presenting sponsor KeyBank and by sponsor Independent Health. Fresh from national exposure performing with Team Reba on NBC’s The Voice, Letter to Elise opens with originals that fuse propulsive guitars, shimmering synths, and lyrics colored by neon-tinged nostalgia. The performance continues with a second set honoring the Goo Goo Dolls’ Niagara Square concert from July 4, 2004.

Unwind outdoors at Niawanda Park with a yoga session that brings together movement, relaxation, and a sense of community. All experience levels are welcome. Bring a mat and water. Meet by the bandshell and enjoy the park views while you practice.

Niawanda Park

July Alliance Open Mic

At Buffalo Distilling Co., a monthly open mic welcomes performers of every genre and experience level with guest host Sara Elizabeth guiding the evening. Featured songwriter Philip Stephen performs a short opening set, after which the microphone opens to participants. Sign-ups are available for those who want a turn on stage.

Buffalo Distilling Co.

Sully's Harbor Bar & Chowder House

Europa! Celebrates the Music of Santana

A Rochester band presents a celebration of Santana's music, featuring Buffalo's Damone Jackson on drums. Each advance ticket includes a complimentary Red Stripe.

Reactive Rehab

Leash reactivity does not mean a dog is trying to cause trouble. Many are anxious and seeking space, while others are overly enthusiastic, which can look like barking, growling, or lunging. This class supports reactive dogs in building calmer responses and stronger confidence so they can handle everyday situations more comfortably.

Allen Street Hardware Cafe

John Troy Group

The John Troy Group delivers laid-back lofi hip hop grooves with saxophone front and center. Part of the Monthly Moods series, this session welcomes musicians to participate and play along. Admission is free.

JUL3

Happy Hour Cruise

Set sail aboard the Grand Lady for a relaxed happy hour cruise on Buffalo Harbor. Take in skyline views with a full cash bar offering beers, wines, and mixed drinks, including $7 well cocktails, while the water glows in the late-day light. It is a laid-back way to unwind or kick off a date night, with plenty of time to sip, mingle, and celebrate summer on the water. General admission is $35 per person, and all ages are welcome with a ticket.

Grand Lady Cruises

JUL3

Friday, July 3rd

Begin the holiday early with a performance from McCarthyizm at The Sportsmen’s Tavern.

Beginner handlers and their dogs work together to learn the fundamentals of agility training. The curriculum builds a dog's body awareness, coordination, strength, and focus, and it covers safety, basic handling, and correct performance of all obstacles while emphasizing clear communication and keeping training enjoyable. Completion of an Intro to Agility or Basic Obedience class is required before enrolling.

Lego Summer Camp - Williamsville

Lego Summer Camp in Williamsville offers a week of hands-on exploration with Miss Jenn, where imagination meets learning through brick-based challenges and creative play. Each day blends subjects like math, science, social studies, art, and literacy with engaging activities that encourage collaboration and problem solving. Campers explore world cultures through flags, work together in boat races, and even make race car treats. They test engineering skills with bridge builds, grow their math thinking with tower challenges, and take part in cooperative carnival-style games. Read-alouds including “I’m Fun Too” and “Work This Farm” support language development, while activities focused on minifigure emotions build social awareness. Art time features Q-tip painting, stamping, handprint trees, popsicle stick Lego head crafts, and both 2D and 3D designs. Science sessions emphasize inquiry and experimentation, highlighted by a classic Lego volcano. The week also includes a look at the history of Lego bricks and finishes with a round of Lego Bingo, giving campers many ways to create, think critically, and have fun together.

Minecraft Summer Camp

In Williamsville, Miss Jenn leads a week of Minecraft-themed discovery where adventure, creativity, and building spark learning across subjects. Campers rotate through activities that blend science, social studies, math, art, and language arts, all rooted in the game’s world. Budding scientists explore how mining works and what makes diamonds unique, then wrap up with a TNT film canister launch. History lessons look at the experiences of child miners and the lives of early humans, encouraging thoughtful connections to the past. Math comes alive with blocky-world word problems, while literacy is woven in through a themed read-aloud, mob decoding, word searches, and time for reflection and storytelling. Creative expression stays front and center with projects like designing pixel-style characters, crafting a paper roll version of Steve, creating custom pickaxe designs, painting 2D scenes inspired by the game, and a guided drawing of a chicken jockey. Cooperative play keeps everyone moving with a Ghast-inspired team challenge, a Creeper-themed freeze dance, a character guessing headband game, and playful tasks that build teamwork, plus a torch-themed culinary activity for a tasty twist. From hands-on science stations to imaginative art and active games, this camp channels the Minecraft universe into an engaging, educational experience.

Allen and College Streets

Outdoor Recreation

July 4th Midnight Bike Ride

Meet at the intersection of Allen and College streets. Please bring a bicycle.

Mythical Creatures Summer Camp

Campers step into a world of myths and magic in Kenmore with Miss Sabrina, exploring legendary creatures from many cultures through storytelling, creative projects, games, and culinary fun. The week opens with a global tour of folklore as participants paint sunset silhouettes of mythical beings, make Medusa-inspired noodle bowls, chart a map of world legends, and connect in a power circle. Greek and Norse tales follow with shield building, activities around elemental powers, and movement inspired by heroes and creatures. Latin American traditions bring feathered serpents, spirit animal collages, a footprint trail, and a guardian-themed puppet activity. Asian myths take center stage with dragon and ocean guardian masks, wind and wave pattern play in math, postcards from island and mountain realms, and a cooperative protector game. The finale features counting and graphing favorite creatures, creating trading cards from around the world, crafting colorful dragon fruit wands, and a spirited parade where each camper presents a favorite mythical figure.

Kenmore Community Center

Free Summer Concerts: Levitt VIBE Buffalo Music Series

The summer season features live music at no cost that brings people together. The Ralph Wilson Park Conservancy is partnering with the Levitt VIBE Buffalo Music Series to offer seven weeks of music.

Ralph Wilson Park

JUL8

Boys of Summer

The BOYS OF SUMMER perform at Diamond Hawk. The group includes members of the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame, holds many awards and credentials, and is regarded as one of the most popular acts.

Diamond Hawk

JUL8

St. Gregory Court Annual Car Show

An upcoming community car show will spotlight eye-catching cars while raising funds for a good cause. Organizers are seeking contributions for a basket raffle, such as gift cards, themed baskets, and other raffle items, and they also welcome car owners who wish to display their vehicles. Every contribution helps, and the goal is to fill the lot with impressive rides for all to enjoy. Enthusiasts are already preparing their vehicles for a standout showcase.

Williamsville, New York

JUL8

Center for Inquiry Western New York

Center for Inquiry WNY Potluck Dinner - July 2026

A relaxed monthly potluck at CFI Headquarters in Amherst brings together people interested in skepticism and humanism for food and conversation. Share a dish or a favorite drink if you wish, or simply attend without bringing anything. Newcomers and longtime participants are welcome, and conversations often explore science, reason, and secular topics in a friendly setting.

Bowling Classes for Everyone of All Abilities!

A welcoming bowling class at Abbott Lanes invites participants of all abilities to learn the game, grow skills, and connect with others. Designed for ages 10 and older, the program offers a relaxed pace with no prior experience required, and the venue provides full handicap accessibility. Each session supplies the necessary equipment for the lesson, along with a slice of pizza and a soda for every bowler. The monthly cost is $125 and covers three sessions. Participants may bring a personal helper at no extra charge, though one-on-one support is not provided. Instruction covers the rules of bowling, how to keep score, proper turn order, and lane safety such as where to walk or stand and staying aware of active bowlers. Learners also practice simple techniques to get started, ways to knock down more pins and celebrate progress, and approaches to build confidence while enjoying the social side of the sport.

Abbott Lanes

GIMME BUFFETT @ BUFFALO IRISH CENTER

At Buffalo Irish Center, this summertime outdoor concert is part of a series and features plenty of live music along with food and drinks. Expect a lively, relaxed setting that makes it easy to enjoy music outdoors.

Buffalo Irish Center

Crossing Over with Psychic Medium John Edward live in Buffalo, NY!

Psychic medium John Edward appears live in Buffalo, NY at Statler Buffalo for an evening focused on meaningful connections, strong validations, and messages from beyond. Known as the star of Crossing Over and an NYT bestselling author, he presents a personal, healing program that may shift how you look at life and what comes after. The experience features interactive audience Q&A and readings that can include messages from loved ones who have passed, even pets. Two ticket options are available. Regular admission includes entry to the two hour live event with unreserved seating. The VIP option adds early entry, first choice of seats, an exclusive Q&A after the program, a complimentary one month Evolve+ app subscription, and a bonus virtual event with additional readings and Q&A for a second online experience. Tickets are limited and can sell out quickly.

Statler Buffalo

Outdoor Summer Concerts - All Star Project

The Town of Tonawanda Youth Parks and Recreation hosts an outdoor summer concert series at the Town of Tonawanda Aquatic and Fitness Center, bringing live music from a mix of new and returning bands. Enjoy an easygoing, family friendly atmosphere with food available from the Ken-Ton Meals on Wheels Food Truck. Admission is free. Attendees may bring friends, family, and lawn chairs to relax and enjoy the show. Performances are weather dependent, with updates shared on Facebook.

Conan

After Dark presents Conan at Nietzsche's, joined by Malarchuk and BAAG. Entry is limited to ages 18 and older, and a valid ID is required. Digital tickets will be sent to buyers two days before the event.

Nietzsche's

Theater

Palace Theatre, Lockport, NY, United States — West Side Story

Two teenagers from opposing New York City gangs fall in love, and growing conflict among their friends pushes events toward heartbreak. West Side Story offers an award-winning retelling of a classic tale, where romance and rivalry collide and tensions rise toward tragedy.

Palace Theatre

Professor Sam's Card Shop

Pitch Black Prerelease Tournament

Get an early look at the Pokémon TCG expansion Mega Evolution: Pitch Black at a prerelease tournament at Professor Sam’s Tonawanda. This sealed event provides each participant with a Build & Battle Kit to build a deck on site, then compete in a casual tournament that welcomes both newcomers and experienced players. Entry is $30 and 18 kits are set aside for this session on a first come, first served basis. Prizes will be awarded, and it is a chance to try the newest cards before launch. Advance registration is encouraged. Participation is limited to one entry per Pokémon Player ID per event, and a Pokémon Player ID is required. Kits are opened by staff during check in. All entries are nonrefundable and nontransferable.

Festivals

Solventless Cup Summer Social

At SOL Buffalo, the Solventless Cup Summer Social spotlights purity, highlights awards, and delivers an elevated pool experience. It offers a summertime gathering that mixes recognition and relaxation in one place.

SOL Buffalo

Juice

WILLIS performs live at Electric City in Buffalo. Tickets are available for this concert.

Hanzel La H

Hanzel La H brings a ticketed performance to The Showplace Theater in Buffalo. Experience the artist on stage in a theater setting.

The Showplace Theater

Outdoor Recreation

A Day in Niagara Falls

Spend a full day discovering Niagara Falls, NY with a highlight ride on Maid of the Mist. The iconic boat tour, which operates on the New York side, brings you close to the American and Horseshoe Falls for about half an hour, offering an up-close perspective of the rushing water. Recyclable ponchos are provided to help keep you dry. Known as the oldest tourist attraction in North America, Maid of the Mist has welcomed notable riders including Princess Diana, Marilyn Monroe, a former Soviet president, and Brad Pitt. After the cruise, enjoy free time for lunch, additional sightseeing around Niagara Falls, and dinner. Those who plan to walk across the bridge into Canada must have a valid passport. Pickups are available in Troy, Towanda, and Sayre. The main package is $145 per person and includes bus transportation and admission to Maid of the Mist. A leisure day option without the boat ride is also available for $115 per person.

Niagara Falls State Park

Buffalo Marriott Niagara Model Train Show

The Buffalo-Niagara Model Train Show takes place at Buffalo Marriott Niagara, sponsored by the Lionel Operating Train Society and held in conjunction with the LOTS 47th Anniversary celebration. Admission is $8 for adults, and children 12 and under are free. Vendor tables may remain available.

Buffalo Marriott Niagara

Folkfaces at Jack Rabbit

Folkfaces brings a raucous mix of jazz and rootsy blues to Jack Rabbit for a summer celebration. Expect a let-loose atmosphere and a performance they have been preparing for their whole lives.

Jack Rabbit

Town of Tonawanda Public Library - Kenmore Branch

Lego Club at the Kenmore Library

Build, create, and explore with LEGO Club at the Kenmore Library. Choose a monthly challenge for inspiration or spend time free building your own designs. LEGO bricks are provided, and everyone is encouraged to bring plenty of imagination. The club meets on the second Saturday of each month. Activities are suggested for ages 6 to 12, and builders of all ages are welcome.

Pan American Exposition Walking Tour

Explore the Pan American Exposition exhibit on a guided tour in the State Court at The Buffalo History Museum.

One Museum Court

Season 2026: July War

Whether attending for the first time or returning, participants gather at Elicott Creek Park, often near Shelter 12. Game modes are chosen on site, typically capture the flag, team deathmatch, and any requested variations. There is a 160 fps limit for equipment. Ammunition is provided except for Ultra, and Hyper ammo is not permitted because of external circumstances.

Ellicott Creek Park

Summer Fun at The Boulevard

At The Courtyard, this edition of the Summer Fun series embraces a Summer Luau theme with tropical touches, island vibes and snow cones. The event is free and welcoming for families, featuring craft stations, face painting, games, live entertainment and additional activities. It is part of a monthly lineup that showcases a different theme each time.

The Courtyard

Sports

Newbies Training Clinic

Curious about the Highland Games and ready to give it a try? This free training clinic welcomes true beginners, including anyone who has never worked with the weights. The session covers foundational techniques and includes time for questions. Participants must be 14 or older, and a signed waiver is required before taking part. All are welcome. Experienced Heavies are encouraged to assist, and open practice will run throughout with a request to work around the newcomer instruction.

Augustana Lutheran Church

Community Yard Sale

A yard sale is taking place at Augustana. Spaces are available to rent for $20. For details, visit the church's website or contact the church.

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™: Glow-N-Fire™

A larger than life Hot Wheels monster truck spectacular takes over KeyBank Center with three performances packed with family friendly thrills. Watch favorite trucks attempt brand new stunts, see freestyle motocross riders launch into high flying tricks, and come face to face with a fire breathing, car crushing robot dinosaur. The lineup also welcomes the debut of Rhinomite, a rhino themed truck charging into the action horn first. Ticket upgrades can elevate the experience. The Pre-Show Party offers close up access to the trucks, photo opportunities, driver autographs, and exclusive games, contests, and giveaways, plus a chance to stand on the floor where the crashes and stunts unfold. The Backstage VIP Experience adds a guided tour with the hosts, a VIP merchandise bundle, and a look at preparations and truck setups, and it includes the Pre-Show Party. Savings are available on kids tickets for an affordable family outing. An event admission ticket is required for entry, and each upgrade is purchased separately.

KeyBank Center

Chuck Ragan

After Dark hosts a performance by Chuck Ragan, joined by On The Cinder. Admission is open to ages 16 and older with ID, and attendees under 16 must be accompanied by a guardian. No one under 12 will be admitted.

Town Ballroom

Patrick Sweany - Sportsmens

Patrick Sweany performs at Sportsmens, with admission priced at $20 plus an online fee. His latest album, Baby, It’s Late, arrives after a seven-year gap between full-length releases and reflects on time passing and growing older. In the period since Ancient Noise, he navigated major changes, kept his Blue Monday nights at The 5 Spot in East Nashville centered on 50s and 60s blues with The Tiger Beats featuring McKinley James, Jason Smay, and Ted Pecchio, launched the soul and funk project SUPER FELON with JD Simo, Adam Abrashoff, Ted Pecchio, and Robbie Crowell, and returned to writing and recording. He began the new material at home on a Tascam 388 in his Bongo Room studio, then invited collaborators to sessions at JD Simo’s House of Grease and McKinley James’s Red Lodge. Recorded live in the room without headphones and self-produced for the first time, the songs embrace a raw, direct feel that channels the strain and release of recent years. The collection nods to past corners of his catalog while exploring new ones, from the gritty blues rock of My Time Ain’t Long to the intimate ballads Christmas Parade and See Through, and on to the hook-driven Golden Fields and the 70s organ funk of Trouble With Love. With more than 25 years of writing, recording, and touring, he leans into patience, letting the songs arrive when they are ready.

Sportsmen's Tavern

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Bloom & Bark Adoption Event

Set among the flowers at Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, this pet adoption event focuses on creating great matches between animals and future families. Adoption is limited to participants who have received approval in advance, and application forms are available on the organizer’s website.

QCL DUO at Caz Park Farmers Market

Howie and Lindsay present a duo performance at the farmers market in Caz Park, offering plenty of variety.

Caz Park

Electric City w/ The Strumbellas

Post Sex Nachos appears at Buffalo's Electric City. Tickets are available for this show.

JUL13

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Garden Explorers Summer Camp: Bees, Bats, and Butterflies at the Botanical Gardens

Garden Explorers Summer Camp at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens offers a half-day experience that blends art, science, botany, and gardening, with a new focus each week. Led by knowledgeable educators, participants get a closer look at remarkable plant collections inside the historic Lord and Burnham Conservatory. The Bees, Bats, and Butterflies theme highlights the world of pollinators through live bee demonstrations at the on-site apiary, bird spotting along the South Park Loop, and encounters with monarchs in the Butterfly Experience. Each day features a make, plant, or create activity tied to botany that participants can take home, building understanding of pollinators and how to care for them. This program is designed for children ages 10 to 14.

JUL13

Squishmallows Summer Camp - Williamsville

In Williamsville, campers spend a week with Miss Alissa exploring the world of Squishmallows through hands-on math, science, art, and group games that encourage creativity and teamwork. They learn how these plush characters move from factory to store, design their own Squishmallow pals, practice drawing Sam the Calico, and bring the theme to life with activities like fruit parfaits, a pastel dilution experiment, and journal writing. Science time features Archie the Axolotl, and play time includes games such as Pass the Squish and Stuffy Tower. Each day blends subjects with Squishmallow themed projects. Monday features a memory match in math, a look at the journey from factory to store in social studies, custom character design in art, and fruit parfaits in culinary arts. Tuesday focuses on drawing Sam the Calico, explores supply and demand, plays Pass the Squish, and decorates a donut. Wednesday covers bar graphs, spotlights Archie the Axolotl in science, creates door hangers, and includes Squishmallow Hide and Seek. Thursday practices adding and subtracting with a Squishmallow theme, builds a My Squishmallow Community in social studies, crafts character tags, and moves with Squishmallow Shuffle. Friday wraps up with making a personal squishy, writing in a Squishmallow journal, experimenting with pastel painting dilution, and building together in Stuffy Tower.

JUL14

Town of Tonawanda Public Library

Kindergarten Readiness Series with APOT – Kenton (Session 2)

A pediatric occupational therapist leads a 45-minute small group for children ages 3 to 6 focused on building kindergarten readiness skills. Over five weeks, sessions explore pre-academic learning, social emotional growth, daily living and life skills, and the development of both gross and fine motor abilities. The series is designed to support caregivers and kids of all needs.

JUL14

DIY Workshop: Basic Automotive Repair

Build everyday car care skills at The Tool Library with a beginner-friendly session led by board member Jon. Expect clear guidance and some hands-on practice while learning how to change a tire, replace common filters, check essential fluids, and test or swap a battery. The focus is on practical basics that boost confidence around simple repairs, and no previous automotive background is needed. Attendance is limited to 12 participants. Tickets are $30 per person, with a $20 rate for The Tool Library members. Questions or requests for accommodations are welcome.

The Tool Library

JUL14

Civic

Old Home Days

The Williamsville Alumni Association will set up a table to welcome and register new members. Volunteers are needed to help staff the table, with two-hour shifts available. A sign-up link is provided for those interested in taking a shift.

Island Park

JUL15

KeyBank Live at Larkin with Talking Dead Heads

Live music meets a variety of food offerings, with admission and parking provided at no cost thanks to presenting sponsor KeyBank and sponsor Independent Health. An annual favorite in Larkin Square, the Talking Dead Heads capture the onstage spark of The Talking Heads and the Grateful Dead. Their set blends songs from both bands, creating a lively tour through many eras of their music.

Larkin Square

Sports

The Boardr Series - Buffalo, NY 2026

This national skateboarding contest series event at Food Court Skatepark is open to all ages and skill levels, with a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on delivering an enjoyable, rewarding experience for every participant.

Food Court Skatepark

Silent Legacy Band - A Tribute to the Music of Melissa Etheridge at The Caz

Silent Legacy Band pays heartfelt tribute to Melissa Etheridge, bringing her signature sound to the stage with authentic spirit and drive. The show leans into raw feeling, grit, and close connection, capturing the qualities fans cherish in her music while delivering plenty of rock-charged energy. Whether you are revisiting favorites, singing along with friends, or exploring her songs for the first time, this performance is designed to be memorable. Expect a thoughtfully shaped homage that celebrates the power and soul of Etheridge’s catalog.

The Caz

Soundwaves Concert Series: Molly Conrad

The Soundwaves Concert Series features Molly Conrad performing aboard the Harbor Queen as the boat cruises Lake Erie. The program brings together a range of styles, from soulful blues to lively rock and more, with views of Buffalo’s waterfront as the backdrop. This floating concert offers a laid back atmosphere and a memorable combination of live music and scenic surroundings.

Harbor Queen

Joe DeCecco Memorial Golf Tournament & Dinner

At Sheridan Golf Course, the second annual Joe DeCecco Memorial Golf Tournament honors Joe’s legacy with a friendly four-person round that blends camaraderie and light competition while raising support for two initiatives close to him: scholarships for students of Lackawanna High School and a Small Business Grant program in the Village of Kenmore. Individuals and businesses can contribute further through a variety of sponsorship levels. After the golf wraps up, the celebration continues with a dinner featuring food, music, basket raffles, and a silent auction. Registration, sponsorship information, and dinner tickets are available through the event website.

Sheridan Golf Course

BUDDY GUY 90! wsg The Blood Brothers, feat Buffalo's Ray Hangen! SAT JULY 18, 2026 at KLEINHANS!

Soul of Buffalo presents a milestone evening at Kleinhans Music Hall as blues trailblazer Buddy Guy celebrates his 90th year with his first appearance on this stage. The Blood Brothers join the bill, featuring Albert Castiglia and Mike Zito with Buffalo's Ray Hangen on drums. Widely recognized as a defining force in American music, Guy is a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and a key architect of Chicago's West Side sound whose fearless playing has influenced generations of rock and blues artists. His honors include nine Grammy Awards and a Lifetime Achievement Grammy, 38 Blues Music Awards, the Billboard Century Award, the National Medal of Arts, and a Kennedy Center Honor, and Rolling Stone ranks him at number 23 on its list of the 100 Greatest Guitarists. Raised in Lettsworth, Louisiana, he fashioned a two-string guitar as a child, moved to Chicago to record for Chess Records, and helped expand what electric blues could be through raw emotion and showmanship. His recent album Ain’t Done with the Blues, produced by longtime collaborator Tom Hambridge, features guests such as the Blind Boys of Alabama, Peter Frampton, Joe Walsh, Christone Kingfish Ingram, and Joe Bonamassa, with the single How Blues Is That highlighting the grit and humor that continue to drive his music. This concert celebrates a lifetime of artistry and the enduring vitality of the blues.

Kleinhans Music Hall

The Road Less Traveled By Cabaret

The Road Less Traveled By is an intimate cabaret that highlights lesser known musical treasures, surprising reinterpretations of familiar songs, and the artists and narratives that deserve more attention. Expect an evening of discovery where fresh perspectives share the spotlight with reimagined favorites and stories told through music. Casting updates and ticket information will be announced soon.

Meeting House Events

Erie Basin Marina Mid-Summer Artisan Market

Saturday, July 18th, 2026 10am-6pm

Erie Basin Marina

Summer Cupcakes Decorating Class

Hosted by the Kenmore Village Improvement Society and Fat Cat Sweets at the Made for Good Shop, this hands-on class focuses on summer-themed cupcake decorating. Participants will decorate six cupcakes, three vanilla and three chocolate, using buttercream and candy to craft designs such as a colorful fish, an oyster with a pearly center, a slice of watermelon, a melting ice cream cone, a sunny beach scene, and a cheerful sun. It offers a playful, creative way to celebrate the season with bright colors and sweet details.

Made for Good shop

Amarion Live

Amarion performs at The Showplace Theater, spotlighting a rapper and reggaeton artist from Puerto Rico whose profile has grown since the release of early trap-flavored singles like "Fumar y Raear" and "Bebe de Papa." This concert centers on the artist behind those tracks and gives fans a chance to hear his sound in person.

The Showplace Theater

JUL19

Artist Talk with the Beehive Design Collective

An artist talk with the Beehive Design Collective highlights an all-volunteer activist arts collective that collaborates to create freely shareable images used for education and organizing. They translate complex global narratives, shaped alongside the communities most affected, into collaborative graphics and have led campaigns that influenced social and environmental movements worldwide. For 25 years, the collective has circulated more than 250,000 prints and has been invited to present, tour, and lecture at conferences, festivals, galleries, museums, community centres, and universities on every continent. Their body of work includes MesoAmerica Resiste, a project that took nine years and involved 23 members, along with a rhyming storybook that accompanies their large mural The True Cost of Coal.

JUL19

Electronic Dance Music

An EDM event will take place at Patrick's Rooftop in Buffalo. Tickets are available for this show.

Patrick's Rooftop

JUL20

Theater

Shakespeare on the Lawn

The Aquatic and Fitness Center hosts the Shakespeare in Delaware Park Touring Ensemble in an adapted staging of Fools and Foes. This performance runs about one hour and gathers scenes that highlight Shakespeare’s notorious villains alongside his most comic characters, under the direction of Nathanial Higgins. The cast includes Paige Cummings, Cody Gooley, Camille Keeves, Devin Klumpp, Sue McCormack, and Julianna Tracey. Admission is free and open to the community. Attendees should bring their own lawn chairs and blankets for comfortable seating on the grass. Sweet Beginnings Bakery will be on site with baked goods available. The event is dependent on the weather, and updates will be shared on Facebook.

JUL20

Tech Arts For Youth: Experimental Digital Photography

A hands-on Tech Arts for Youth session invites students to explore experimental digital photography and collage. Participants will capture original images with smartphones and digital cameras, then use Adobe Photoshop to slice, remix, edit, and piece their photos into inventive collages and animated GIFs. The class welcomes all experience levels and is designed for students entering grades 6 through 9. Tuition is $220 for nonmembers and $198 for members, reflecting a 10 percent discount. Enrollment is limited to 8 participants. For questions, contact Caroline at caroline@squeaky.org or (716) 884-7172.

Squeaky Wheel

JUL20

Wicked Summer Camp - Kenmore

An Oz-filled week in Kenmore invites campers to step into the world of Elphaba and Glinda with Miss Jodi. Each day is packed with potion mixing, show tunes, creative projects, and playful theatrics that spark collaboration and imagination. Campers create Fiyero-inspired scarecrow art, choose between designing a pointy hat or a sparkling crown, build their own wands, craft miniature game pieces, and wrap up with handmade broomsticks. Music takes center stage with a Wicked sing-along, new choreography for Dancing Through Life, and a vocal session inspired by Popular in the style of Ariana Grande. Group activities keep the magic lively, from a water balloon challenge that nods to soaring high to potion making, simple magic tricks, and a whimsical round of Would You Rather Witches. Reading, writing, and problem solving are woven throughout with a Wizard of Oz read-aloud, trivia, a choose-your-own-adventure writing project, and math skills practiced through friendship bracelet patterns. The kitchen turns enchanting too with themed punch, rice krispie treats, and an edible gown fit for Glinda. Social studies and science add to the spellbook as campers create their own grimmeries, learn a brief history of spells, and bubble up a classic witchy cauldron. The week blends arts, music, movement, and hands-on experiments into a playful celebration of all things Wicked.

Kenmore Community Center

JUL21

The Bidwell Parkway Concert Series - Invisible Touch

The Bidwell Parkway Concert Series presents Invisible Touch for an evening of live music in the heart of the neighborhood. This free, family friendly concert is open to everyone and encourages a relaxed setup, so bring lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy great music with friends and family on Bidwell Parkway. Community support helps keep the series accessible, with contributions from West Herr Auto Group and West Herr Lincoln, Canterra, a cannabis store, Chandler Street Breweries, M&T Bank, The Benchmark Group, MJ Peterson Real Estate, Hodge Liquor, Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy, Erie County, NY, and the City of Buffalo. Appreciation is also extended to Council Members Joel P. Feroleto, Leah M. Halton-Pope, and David A. Rivera for their continued support.

Bidwell Parkway

Chandler Street Breweries

Blooms & Brews

Buffalo gardeners and garden enthusiasts gather for a GBN fundraiser focused on connection, community, and fun during the week that bridges East Side Garden Walk, Open Gardens, and Garden Walk Buffalo. Each ticket includes two drink vouchers, food, entry to basket raffles and a cork pull, and a Garden Walk inspired beer brewed specifically for this occasion. The atmosphere invites seasonal celebration and easy conversation among fellow plant lovers. Tickets are $35 in advance and $45 at the door.

Nick Lowe & Los Straitjackets

Sportsmens hosts a performance featuring Nick Lowe with Los Straitjackets. Tickets are $50 plus an online fee.

Sportsmen's Tavern

FELICITY BEYOND TOUR - BUFFALO, NY

An upcoming stop on the FELICITY Beyond Tour will take place at Rec Room in Buffalo, NY.

Rec Room

Electric City

Passion Pit is set to perform live at Electric City in Buffalo.

JUL23

Sports

VIA Visually Impaired Awareness Night with the Buffalo Bisons

VIA partners with the Buffalo Bisons for the inaugural Visually Impaired Awareness Night at Sahlen Field. Seating associated with VIA is set in section 105. A portion of tickets purchased through the designated link supports VIA and the blind and visually impaired community of Western New York.

Sahlen Field

JUL24

Evening Star Concert Hall

Kurt Deimer - w/ Under The Black, After The World, & Tri State Area @ Evening Star Concert Hall (Niagara Falls, NY) — Photo City Music Hall | Live Entertainment Venue in Rochester NY

Sisters Of Sabbath presents an all female tribute to the music of Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath. Mothership performs a premier tribute to Led Zeppelin.

JUL24

Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House

Bricks & Brews

Now in its 13th year, the Martin House Brew Fest presents Bricks & Brews, a craft tasting event showcasing offerings from over 25 regional breweries and cideries. Guests can explore a variety of pours with live music by Public Water Supply and enjoy fare from food trucks. The gathering unfolds outdoors with the historic Martin House as the backdrop. Event proceeds benefit Martin House tours and programs. Tickets are $75 for general admission and $60 for members, and sponsorship opportunities are available.

Fever Pitch String Quartet

Fever Pitch String Quartet makes a return appearance at Minuets & Mimosas, featuring violinists Gretchen and Claire Fisher, violist Kiersten Fisher, and cellist Katie Weissman.

Duende at Silo City

A Night in the Garden: 2nd Annual

Celebrate the 2nd annual A Night in the Garden, set under fairy lights in a beautiful community garden. Enjoy mixed drinks, with mocktails available, and homemade hors d'oeuvres. All proceeds benefit the Hope & Joy Food Pantry, which serves up to 1,300 people each month. Pre-sale tickets are $20, and admission is $25 at the door.

Hope & Joy Food Pantry

Delaware Park Golf Course

⛳ Maritime Masters: Fairways to Leadership

An inaugural golf tournament fundraiser at Delaware Park Golf Course welcomes players of all abilities, including first-timers, for a laid-back 18-hole scramble centered on having fun. The day blends friendly play with food and prizes, creating an easygoing atmosphere among fellow participants and supporters. Registration includes an exclusive certificate redeemable for four 18-hole rounds at Delaware Park, usable at any point this season to play when it suits you. An auction features items, with new lots added as donations arrive. Proceeds from registrations, sponsorships, and donations support Maritime students in need throughout Western New York.

22nd Annual Queen City Jazz Festival

The Annual Queen City Jazz Festival returns to Lafayette Square. This annual event comes back to the same venue for its next edition.

Lafayette Square

Theater

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Buffalo, NY

The continent’s biggest acclaimed interactive true crime murder mystery dinner experience sets the tone for an evening filled with laughs, suspense, and twists shaped by the audience. Enjoy a complete dinner alongside the unfolding intrigue.

Hilton Garden Inn

JUL28

Town of Tonawanda Public Library

Creating a Legacy Document: What Your Survivors Need to Know

Relatives often face a rush of decisions when someone dies or becomes unable to manage their affairs. This presentation focuses on creating a Legacy Document that brings together the practical information your survivors will need, such as immediate next steps, where important items are kept, key contacts, and guidance to keep everyday routines on track. Attendees will learn what to include, how to organize it, and how to access a complimentary digital template to begin assembling their information. This program is informational only and does not provide legal, financial, or estate planning advice. Registration is required. To reserve a spot, call 716-873-2842 or stop by the library. Individuals who need an accommodation may contact the ADA Coordinator at access@buffalolib.org within seven days of the program.

JUL28

The Bidwell Parkway Concert Series - Too Yacht to Handle

The Bidwell Parkway Concert Series features Too Yacht to Handle performing on Bidwell Parkway, bringing an upbeat night of live music to the center of the neighborhood. This free, family-friendly concert welcomes everyone. Pack lawn chairs and blankets, gather friends and family, and enjoy the music together. Support from community partners helps keep these shows free and accessible. Sponsors include West Herr Auto Group and West Herr Lincoln, Canterra, Chandler Street Breweries, M&T Bank, The Benchmark Group, MJ Peterson Real Estate, Hodge Liquor, Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy, Erie County, and the City of Buffalo. Appreciation is also extended to Council Members Joel P. Feroleto, Leah M. Halton-Pope, and David A. Rivera for their continued support.

Bidwell Parkway

JUL30

Book Club / Potluck Dinner

A potluck dinner is planned, followed by a book club discussion. The meal comes first, and the conversation follows. All are welcome.

JUL31

Outdoor Recreation

Night Lights Bus Tour of Open Gardens

Take a guided evening journey through six Northtowns gardens lit for nighttime viewing, with an added stop at a local nursery that focuses on native plants. Light snacks and beverages are included during the outing. The excursion begins at Chandler Street Breweries.

JUL31

This show is free to attend.

AUG6

Ebru Paper Marbling Class

Explore the art of ebru at Book Arts in a hands-on paper marbling class that blends creative practice with cultural context. Participants will blend pigments formulated for marbling, learn to respond to how color moves across a thickened water bath, and pull prints of their own unique abstract designs while trying a variety of papers and surfaces. The session offers a brief look at classic motifs, including Italian styles, and traces ebru’s development in Turkey during the 13th to 15th centuries from earlier water-painting traditions in China and Japan. Instruction covers preparing a plant-based sizing bath so paints float, then guiding pools of color into distinctive patterns. The process rewards a gentle touch, thoughtful choices, openness to surprise, and patience. Makers of all experience levels are welcome, and the class is suitable for teens and adults. All necessary tools and materials are provided. Cost is $70 or $60 for members.

Book Arts

AUG6

Summer Outdoor Concerts- 55 Main

The Town of Tonawanda Youth Parks and Recreation outdoor summer concert series brings live music to the Town of Tonawanda Aquatic and Fitness Center. Every Thursday night throughout the season features performances from both new and returning bands. Enjoy free concerts in a family friendly setting, with food available from the Ken-Ton Meals on Wheels Food Truck. Guests are welcome to bring lawn chairs and relax with friends and family. Performances are weather dependent, and updates are shared on Facebook.

AUG7

Steam Powered Giraffe

A show from Steam Powered Giraffe welcomes attendees of all ages. Doors open before the performance begins.

AUG8

Craftmania Summer Camp - Kenmore

Craftmania brings a week of hands-on creativity to Kenmore, with campers exploring a new theme each day through art, science, stories, and movement. The adventure begins outdoors with nature inspired projects such as floral printmaking, a scavenger style hunt, simple geometry using leaves and petals, and make your own cardboard binoculars. A day of celebrations follows, featuring stomp painting with bubble wrap, a collaborative observation game, mini piñatas, and customizable fizzy fruit refreshments. Color takes center stage midweek through a rainbow marker experiment, vibrant decoupage vessels, an exploration of the history of the color blue, and handmade paper flowers. Animal art day invites playful creativity with a read aloud of Make Something Beautiful, movable mixed media crabs, fruity critter creations, and sloth pencil toppers. The finale highlights arts from around the world, from building a Puerto Rican güiro to crafting fork and spoon puppets, assembling paper quilt squares, and enjoying a reading of Welcome to Jazz. It offers an inclusive, high energy mix of making, learning, and cultural discovery for campers who love to create and explore.

AUG28

Howling Rooster Adoption Event

Spend time with adoptable dogs while enjoying a drink and brunch. This event takes place on multiple dates throughout the summer and fall, offering several opportunities to meet a potential new companion.

The Howling Rooster

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