August 2014
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Buffalo Infringement Festival
The buffalo “infringement” festival is a non-profit-driven, non-hierarchical grassroots endeavor bringing together a broad range of eclectic, independent, experimental, and controversial art of all forms. Visual, performing, musical, and media arts are…
Old Falls Street Kids' Club
Take a stroll down the historic tree- and floral-lined Old Falls Street, USA. This three-block destination conveniently connects the entrance of Niagara Falls State Park with the Conference & Event Center, the Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel and other…
Pete Holmes - Special Event
There's a reason why Pete Holmes is one of Variety's "Top 10 comics to watch." He is the host of "The Pete Holmes show" and the critically acclaimed "You Made It Weird" podcast. His high energy and explosive comedy has been featured on "Conan," "Jimmy…
"Little Planets and Waterfront Photos" - Gene Witkowski
Cost: Free The exhibit will be on-view through Friday, September 19th Gene Witkowski is a self-taught photographer who learned the basics of photography at South Park High School, Buffalo, NY. After graduating, he served in the Air Force for four years…
Outdoor Entertainment with Fire Magick and Cyr Wheel Man
Come experience a high-energy vibe on weekends this summer. Now through early August, unique and renowned street performers from Las Vegas will perform outdoors along the pedestrian bridge over Seneca Square and near the 4th St. entranceway to the casino…
2014 Summer Live at Larkin Concert Series
Enjoy live music every Wednesday evening from June 18 through September 17, featuring two bands playing live, local and original music.Featured Live Acts: The Steam Donkeys + Shaky Stage
Buffalo Bookfest
Join us for our 3rd Annual Buffalo BookFest on Saturday, August 9th from 11-5pm! This event is FREE and open to the public. The festival features an artists' market and a complete schedule of outdoor and indoor adult and kid-friendly hands-on demos of…
PRINTS, POEMS, & PROSE: CREATIVE WRITING & BOOKMAKING WORKSHOP FOR TEENS
Just Buffalo Literary Center and the WNY Book Arts Center are teaming up to offer a unique summer experience for area teenagers. This week-long workshop will help participants take their creativity to new levels by sharpening their writing skills and…
Lorna Czarnota, Wild and Wooly Tales
Following the tradition of using storytelling to impart values and life skills to young people, this program includes animal stories from Native American culture, African and Russian lore. Often enhanced with props, music and audience participation,…
2014 Niagara Jazz Festival Launch Party @ Stratus
Kick off this exciting weekend of jazz at Stratus. This highly charged summer evening features the Al Robertson Quartet and Brownman Electric Trio. Sip, munch and groove with us! Fun and tasty bites by concession. Cash bar. Rain or shine. Doors open…
Battle @ Buffalo - UNDER THE LIGHTS 4
This all day festival is brought to you by Verve Dance Studio and New Era Cap! With 5 local and guest DJ's, a musical performance from funk outfit Rhubarb, live graffiti artists from Buffalo and NYC, an interactive art tent, Performances by Differential…