Events and things to do in Buffalo

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Breakfast with Champions 2.0
7:30-9am

Breakfast with Champions 2.0

Breakfast Networking can help you promote your services, generate leads and sell your products. We welcome salespeople, entrepreneurs,...
Building High Performing Teams 1 Day Workshop | Buffalo, NY
9am-5pm

Building High Performing Teams 1 Day Workshop | Buffalo, NY

Get ready to unlock the secrets of successful teamwork in this dynamic 1-day workshop - it's time to level up your team game!
Self Development for Managers 1-Day Workshop | Buffalo, NY
9am-5pm

Self Development for Managers 1-Day Workshop | Buffalo, NY

Boost your leadership skills and learn practical tips to level up your management game in just one day!
Performance Management 1 Day Workshop | Buffalo, NY
9am-5pm

Performance Management 1 Day Workshop | Buffalo, NY

Get ready to level up your skills and learn effective strategies for boosting your team's performance in this interactive workshop!
10-11:30am

Kids' Summer Studio: Bold Brushstrokes (Ages 5–7)

$35 (Members save 15%!) Studio B, Knox Building Step into the vibrant world of the Post-Impressionists! In this energetic workshop, young...
Junior History Buffs
10am-12pm

Junior History Buffs

Junior History Buffs is a program at The Buffalo History Museum that engages children ages 4-11 in age-appropriate history lessons, songs,...
M&T Third Friday
10am-5pm

M&T Third Friday

Join us on M&T Third Friday for free admission from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.! Discover Western New York’s rich history in more than a half-dozen...
Mini-Makers
10:15-11am

Mini-Makers

Fridays in July: July 10, 17, 24, 31 (price includes all dates)Age Level: Toddlers 2 - 4 years oldJoin us for a playful exploration of art,...
Summer Blooms with Winsor & Newton Watercolour and Designers Gouache
10:30am-12:30pm

Summer Blooms with Winsor & Newton Watercolour and Designers Gouache

Learn techniques for painting bold floral subject matter from Buffalo based artist and accomplished watercolorist Teju Abiola!
Wooden Checker Board Make & Take
11am-1pm

Wooden Checker Board Make & Take

Get your hands dirty creating a unique wooden checkerboard to take home at this fun workshop!
1-3pm

Kids' Summer Studio: Bold Brushstrokes (Ages 8–12)

$35 (Members save 15%!) Studio B, Knox Building Step into the vibrant world of the Post-Impressionists! In this energetic workshop, young...
The Art of Control: Watercolor Techniques That Work
2:30-4:30pm

The Art of Control: Watercolor Techniques That Work

Explore essential watercolor techniques including washes, wet-into-wet effects, and masking fluid with professional artist Michelle Montes.
Hoppy Crochet Club
3-7pm

Hoppy Crochet Club

Hey there! Come join a new crochet club here in Buffalo, New York. <3
6-8pm

Studio Art Session: Wet Felting

$40 (Members save 15%) Studio B, Knox Building Discover a mesmerizing textile art form where fluffy sheep's wool replaces paint and a soapy...
Friday Night Hangout
6-8pm

Friday Night Hangout

Come hang out with us for our weekly meetup. This is a chance to meet other members, work on projects, or just talk shop.
Tappo Summer Street Concert Series: The Boys of Summer
6-9pm

Tappo Summer Street Concert Series: The Boys of Summer

The Boys of Summer bring throwback hits to Tappo’s Summer Street Concert Series—an outdoor Friday night party in downtown Buffalo.
CANCELED – Science After Hours: Adult Night at the Museum
6-9pm

CANCELED – Science After Hours: Adult Night at the Museum

Remember the best parts of a school field trip to the museum? A day away from textbooks, the school bus gossip, separating off into groups and...
Witchcraft – What’s it All About?
6-9pm

Witchcraft – What’s it All About?

Phil Stevens reviews the several popular meanings of “witch” and “witchcraft,” and emphasizes the imaginary evil witch, as analyzed in his...
6-10pm

Hallwalls 52nd Annual Members Exhibition

Friday, July 17 — Friday, August 28 Opening Reception: Friday, July 17, 2026 6 to 10 pm Exhibition continues through August 28, 2026. For the...
Rhythm & Vibe Fridays at Cobblestone
6pm-12am

Rhythm & Vibe Fridays at Cobblestone

Join us every 3rd Fridays for great food, great vibes, and an incredible musical experience from the Rod Bonner Trio
Happy Hour at Mr Goodbar
6:30-8:30pm

Happy Hour at Mr Goodbar

It’s Friday night... You deserve it!..
2026 Main-Transit Exhibition Drill
6:30-10pm

2026 Main-Transit Exhibition Drill

Fun for the whole family come watch 8 exciting events.
Crowd Work Comedy Show - Terre King
7-9:30pm

Crowd Work Comedy Show - Terre King

This isn’t your normal comedy show… you may be in it. Get ready to LOL. Terre King takes the mic for some wild crowd work comedy.
Foodies & Fears : Dinner with Paranormies Buffalo
7-10pm

Foodies & Fears : Dinner with Paranormies Buffalo

Dinner with Strangers series for locals who love all things horror, supernatural, and paranormal. Share your story at the dinner table!
7-10pm

Opening Reception: Hallwalls 52nd Annual Members Exhibition

Friday, July 17 at 7:00 pm Opening Reception: Friday, July 17, 2026 7 to 10 pm Exhibition continues through August 28, 2026. For the 52nd year...
Decades on the Dance Floor
7-10pm

Decades on the Dance Floor

Step into style and sound from across American history! Explore our iconic fashion exhibit featuring centuries of clothing—from shoes and coats...
The Music of The Grateful Dead with the BPO &#038; Crazy Fingers
7:30-7:30pm

The Music of The Grateful Dead with the BPO &#038; Crazy Fingers

&lt;p&gt;The spirit of the Grateful Dead comes alive in a one-of-a-kind concert experience with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and Crazy...
Buffalo Speed Dating (24-32 age group)
8-10pm

Buffalo Speed Dating (24-32 age group)

Meet someone special and have fun connecting with new people!
Paddyman Live (Recorded Show!)
8-10pm

Paddyman Live (Recorded Show!)

Enjoy Authentic Irish songs and laughs with Paddyman Live—recorded fun, in person and straight to you!
Silent Disco at The Statler - 7/17/26
8pm-12am

Silent Disco at The Statler - 7/17/26

Get ready to dance through the night at a Silent Disco at The Statler - don't miss out on this one!
The Glam Vamps Present: Night of a Thousand Jim Carreys
9pm-2am

The Glam Vamps Present: Night of a Thousand Jim Carreys

Come laugh and chill as we celebrate all things Jim Carrey with drag and burlesque with The Glam Vamps at Milkie's!!!

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