Arts & Culture Events in Buffalo
Arts & Culture
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23 events
Plates and Petals, a Farm to Table Dinner.
Farm to Table Dinner featuring Chef Felicia Gane of Buffalo. NY. 5:00 p.m. Cocktail Hour. You'll be invited to walk through our organic farm to the flower field where you can pick your own bouquet of flowers and enjoy a glass of wine and small bites.…
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, stories, crafts and games. A short program, or “Circle Time,” is instructor-guided and includes songs, a brief…
3 New Exhibitions Open at RoCo!
3 New Exhibitions Open at RoCo! Opening Reception: Friday, August 28, 6-9pmOn View: August 28 - September 19, 2026 Main Gallery = “Fire and Form” is a juried exhibition celebrating the depth, diversity, and innovation of encaustic and wax-based artists…
Bethany Krull, "Home" - Opening Reception
Buffalo Arts Studio is thrilled to present “Home,” a new body of work by ceramicist Bethany Krull, on view from August 28 through October 31, 2026. “Home” is an installation of ceramic and mixed media sculptures that investigates our complex relationship…
Robert Booth, "Presence" - Opening Reception
Buffalo Arts Studio is excited to present Presence, an exhibition of sculptural and two-dimensional work by artist Robert Booth, on view from August 28 through October 31, 2026. Presence highlights the relationship between allegory and human existence,…
Boozy Bookfair at the Botanical Gardens
Come enjoy an evening of books, brews, and bubbly at the Botanical Gardens during our fan-favorite Boozy Bookfair! Merit Badge Books, local vendors, and Buffalo’s best bars will be on hand to recreate the magic of a school book fair, but for grown ups.…
Arts in the Village & Skoob's Wing Fling
Fun for the whole family … Enjoy an exciting Sunday of ART and WINGS right on Central Avenue in the heart of the Village of Lancaster! ARTS in the VILLAGE Over 50 artisans selling their amazing creations Judged show with awards for both Artisans and…
Kelsey Merkle to Host First Open Studio Benefiting Roswell Park
Award-winning Clarence Center artist Kelsey Merkle will host her first-ever open studio on Sunday, September 13, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.at 6122 Railroad St., Clarence Center, NY 14032. The free event offers a rare opportunity to visit the studio of a…
Kurt Treeby I've Got Next
For this exhibition, Buffalo artist Kurt Treeby will create three fully playable video games based on art historical themes. Adopting a retro style derived from consoles such as the Atari 2600 or Nintendo Entertainment System, the project will include…
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, stories, crafts and games. A short program, or “Circle Time,” is instructor-guided and includes songs, a brief…
25th Niagara Celtic Heritage Festival & Highland Games
Don't miss NY's Largest Celtic Festival, Niagara Celtic! Enjoy a family-friendly weekend celebrating Irish, Scottish & Welsh pageantry. Our festival is bursting with 5 regions of food, drink, music and dancing, living history, shopping, attractions,…
Trivia Night
Test your knowledge of our city, pop culture, and beyond at the Museum’s Buffalo History trivia night! Bring a friend, or meet new friends for team-based Buffalo history trivia inside the State Court. Beer and wine will be available for purchase, and…
Sip and Create: Candlemaking at the Botanical Gardens
Join us for a cozy evening of creativity at the Botanical Gardens! As part of our Sip & Craft Series, the scent stylists from Scents of Imagination will guide you through creating your own custom-scented candle. Your ticket includes all candle-making…
Arts in the Barn
Arts in the Barn is a FREE, hidden gem annual rural arts and craft show with vendors from all over WNY. We have many forms of original and beautiful artwork, wonderful crafts of all varieties, many homemade baked and canned goods, fudge, and maple goodies.…
Candlebox – Can’t Quit You Tour, Fall 2026
Candlebox – Can’t Quit You Tour, Fall 2026 with Sponge Live at Electric City, Buffalo NY on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. Doors 6:30pm. Candlebox is an iconic rock band that emerged from the Seattle music scene in the early 1990s. Known for their powerful…
Spooky Artisan Market
Join us for the return of our Spooky Artisan Market, where autumn magic meets eerie elegance! Set within our enchanting conservatory, this one-night event brings together local artisans and makers for a celebration of creativity with a spooky seasonal…
Hallwalls 52nd Annual Members Exhibition
For the 52nd year in a row, Hallwalls presents an exhibition of work by our participating Members. All up-to-date Hallwalls members are invited to participate in this annual, non-juried exhibition by submitting ONE artwork for display. You can become…
Sensory Hour
For visitors with sensory sensitivities or anyone who prefers a calmer museum experience, the Waterway of Change exhibit is offering a Sensory Hour every Sunday from 11am-12pm with limited crowd size, muted audio components and dimmed lighting. Additionally,…
Tour the Assembly House
Step inside The Assembly House, a historic Buffalo church transformed by artist and founder Dennis Maher into a Dreamworld for the Building Arts. On this guided tour, you’ll move through ever-changing sculptural environments, displays, and workshop spaces…
Pan-American Walking Tour
Come enjoy a tour of the grounds where the Pan-American Exposition took place over 100 years ago. Buffalo was the 8th largest city in the United States in 1901 and hosted over 8 million people from around the world during the Pan-American Exposition.…