May 2014
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
FIRST FRIDAYS @ THE GALLERY
On the first Friday of every month—from 10 am to 10 pm—admission to the Gallery's 1962 Knox Building and select events are free for everyone. Art classes and certain tours are available to non-members for a fee. Special exhibitions in the 1905 Albright…
I LOVE MY PARK DAY
With Spring on our doorstep and a beautiful summer filled with family fun ahead, Artpark has put out the call to spruce up the green areas of the Earl W. Brydges Artpark State Park. Celebrate "I Love My Park Day" at Artpark! Please come join community…
Second Fridays at the Burchfield Penney
On the Second Friday of every month, thanks to the support of M&T Bank, the Burchfield Penney hosts something great! From openings and happy hours, programs, concerts, screenings or other special events, visitors experience the best of the Burchfield…
Food Truck Tuesdays
Every Tuesday, Featuring a Variety of Buffalo and Rochester based Food Trucks Live Music, Heathy Choice Options offered at all the Food Trucks. Beer, wine and other Beverages at The Grill and the Beer Cart, Hula Hoops and More! 5pm - 8pm
Wine, Food & Beer Festival
Join us for the 19th Annual Wine, Food & Beer Festival to support Shea's Performing Arts Center! Savor enough sips and samples to delight your palate all night long. This year's event showcases the very best wine, beer and culinary tastings from around…
Explore Buffalo 2014 Season Kickoff Party
Join us for a special evening at the Mid-Day Club at the top of the Liberty Building for panoramic sunset views of the city, plus beer, wine, and hors d’oeuvres. To celebrate the launch of the summer walking tour season, all $10 and $15 tours will be…
Explore Buffalo 2014 Season Kickoff Party
Join us for a special evening at the Mid-Day Club at the top of the Liberty Building for panoramic sunset views of the city, plus beer, wine, and hors d’oeuvres. To celebrate the launch of the summer walking ?tour season, all $10 and $15 tours will be…
Allentown Mob Walking Tour
How did a Rembrandt painting stolen from a French museum find its way to Buffalo? Or how did one Buffalo mobster get the nickname “Lucky Pants”? Find out on the Allentown Mob Tour!This tour is adapted from Mike Rizzo’s book “Gangsters and Organized Crime…
Masters of American Architecture Walking Tour
TIME: 10 AM - 12 PM COST: $10 or $5 with valid student ID. Reservations encouraged. Visit explorebuffalo.org for more information and to make online reservations or call 716-245-3032. See signature works by some of America’s greatest architects on this…
Buffalo Porchfest Spring 2014
Buffalo Porchfest is a community-driven music event based off of "Porchfests" started in other cities, that focuses on showcasing local musicians, highlighting historic architecture, and enjoying our lively community! See more info, porch locations…
Delaware Avenue Midway Walking Tour
Historically the most prestigious address in Buffalo, Delaware Avenue is full of historic and architectural treasures. On this tour of the section of Delaware Avenue from Tupper Street to Allen Street, enjoy mansions, churches, and the street’s only…
OUT IN THE BALLPARK WITH QCSL
America's favorite pastime goes gay with a pep-rally party at Lasalle Park to celebrate the Queen City Softball League's (QCSL) 2014 season. The Queen City Softball League is one of the largest LGBTQ sports organizations in Western New York. Free and…
FLAG RAISING CEREMONY
12:00 Noon Join Mayor Byron Brown and the Pride Center of Western New York as they kick-off Pride Week at Niagara Square in front of City Hall. In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will take place inside City Hall.
GAY 5K RUN
Date: Thursday, May 29 Time: Run starts at 6:30 pm Location & Raceday Registration: May 29th from 4:30-6:00 pm at Soho Burger Bar (64 W. Chippewa Street). Race packet pickup is the day of the race only. Registration Fee: $22 in advance (through May 18),…
Buffalo Singles Bash! Gabels & Labatt Welcomes Plenty of Fish!
Buffalo Singles Bash!\nGabels & Labatt Welcomes Plenty of Fish!\nGabels Bar\n1285 Hertel Avenue\nFriday, May 30th\n7:00 to 10:00 pm\nJoin us for a night of Food, Music, Billiards, Darts, Labatt Give-Aways and Sexy Singles!\n$2 Well Drinks and $2 Labatt\n$5…
Buffalo Greek Fest
Our Greek Community welcomes you to our 37th Annual Greek Fest! Our Festival heralds the beginning of the festival season on the Niagara Frontier. We are the beginning of many such events for the entire family to attend and experience the beautiful diversity…
ALLEN STREET FESTIVAL
Date: Saturday, May 31 Time: 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm Location: Allen Street, between North Pearl and Franklin Street Admission: $3 DETAILS Back in its 5th year, the Allen Street Festival continues to grow with more live musical performances, food vendors,…
DYKE MARCH
Date: Saturday, May 31 Time: Line-up begins at 4 pm / Step off is at 5 pm Location: The March begins at Kleinhans Music Hall and heads east on North Street (see full route below) Registration: All Dyke March participants must register online by clicking…
Second Annual Springfest
On cue, and for its first public event since closing for a $1.2 million renovation, Delaware Park’s century-old Marcy Casino is preparing its patio and sparking the grill for the second annual Springfest at the Marcy on Sunday, May 4th (3-9pm, 199 Lincoln…