September 2015
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Canal Stories @ Canalside
This 90-minute walking tour of the Buffalo waterfront brings to life the days of the “Grand Canal” – the Erie Canal. An engineering marvel, this often maligned yet crucial waterway almost wasn’t built. Find out about the hard scrabble lives of the men,…
Officer O'Connor's Vice Patrol
The time is the late 1800’s. The place is Buffalo’s Canal District AKA “The most Evil Square Mile in America”. One man dares to patrol the violent vice-ridden diseased quarter of Buffalo’s Waterfront. He is Officer Connor O’Connor of the Buffalo Police…
Canalside Murder Mystery-Who Killed Scott Norwood?
Former athlete Scott Norwood has been found dead at Canalside and we need your help to catch the killer. Detective Stanley ‘Stashu’ Holmes (Buffalo born relative of Sherlock) is on the case. He’ll need your assistance in interviewing the suspects and…
Canalside Family Scavenger Hunt
A Scavenger Hunt for families who love Buffalo and want to have a great time while discovering Canalside and this city’s heritage. Every Saturday this summer family teams will race through Canalside solving riddles, finding clues, taking pictures…
Downtown Buffalo Prohibition Pub Crawl
How did Buffalo survive prohibition? Find out on our Thursday evening Prohibition Pub Walk in downtown Buffalo. Your ticket includes two pints of craft beer served at the Pearl Street Grill and the Hotel Lafayette–two of the best craft breweries in downtown.…
Live At Larkin
June 17 John & Mary and the Valkyries w/ Zak Ward June 24 New Orleans Swamp Donkeys w/ Black Rock Zydeco July 1 David Michael Miller w/ Miller & the Other Sinners ft. Zuri July 8 The Tins w/ Applennium July 15 The Ragbirds w/ Stoneflower July 22 Vinnie…
Buffalo River Fest Park Concert Series
The FREE Buffalo River Fest Park summer concerts take place on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 p.m. until 10:30 p.m., beginning June 3rd and running through September 2nd. “Buffalo Five” is scheduled for a performance on July 1st, followed by an Independence…
Landmark Cruise
Take a "Landmark Cruise" on the Miss Buffalo II from 3:00-5:00pm any Wednesday in July through Labor Day. Narrated by Dennis Galucki, these sightseeing cruises offer a view of Buffalo from the river which has shaped its history, as well as a wealth of…
Relaxation and Recreation at the Richardson Olmsted Complex: Transitions of the Healing Acres
Discover a fascinating forerunner to modern horticultural therapy as you spend 90 minutes touring the grounds of the Richardson Olmsted Complex, which at one time stretched over 200 acres to the Scajaquada Creek. First you’ll roam through the 9-acre South…
Tour of Buffalo City Hall
One of the largest city halls in America, Buffalo City Hall is an Art Deco masterpiece inside and out. The tour usually includes the Council Chambers, Mayor's Office, and the best view in Buffalo from the 28th floor Observation Deck. Meet in City Hall…
Buffalo River History Tours
Hear the story of the Erie Canal, Buffalo's history as the largest grain port in the world and experience the nation's largest collection of standing grain elevators from just a few feet away. Come travel along the waterway that made Buffalo one of the…
Movies in the Meadow
Grab a blanket and the kids for free, family-friendly Movies in the Meadow on Friday evenings in August. All showings are at dusk in Delaware Park behind the Parkside Lodge at Parkside and Florence, and are free and open to the public. Here's the line-up:…
Saturday Walking Tour Around Hoyt Lake
From great white and great blue herons to the site of the long-gone Spire Head gazebo, there are many features to discover in Delaware Park. Fans of “Gala Water,” as the lake was originally called, are invited to view its sights and learn its history…
Elevator Alley Kayak Tours
The best way to appreciate Buffalo’s many grain elevators is from the water! From a kayaking perspective, the massive scale of the grain elevators and silos will be even more awe-inspiring. Learn about the history of the grain elevators in Buffalo and…
The Whirlwind Tour
The Buffalo Whirlwind Tour on the Open-Air Autobus runs every Saturday and Sunday at 10:00am. Discover Buffalo's fabulous architectural legacy. Buffalo is one of the few places in the world where you can see buildings by America's big three architects:…
Waterfront Bus Tour
Get a unique perspective on Buffalo's maritime, cultural and industrial heritage on this 60-minute tour of the Buffalo River, the Old First Ward, and the Outer Harbor. Saturdays & Sundays at 12:30-1:30pm. Meet at 88 Main St. at Hanover. Rain or shine.…
Thursday Hoppy Hour @ the Marcy Casino
Relax on the Upper Terrace at The Marcy Casino at the new Beer & Wine Garden featuring a different craft beer every week, and one of Buffalo’s best summer views.
DJ Crespo @ Gypsy Parlor
Genres such as Soul, Funk, Hip Hop, Reggae, and House will grace your ears upon entrance at Gypsy Parlor. With $3 Gypsy juice and late night kitchen, You'll be sure to have a great time. Open until 4am, come party on the Westside.
DJ Crespo @ Mac's
DJ Crespo on the wheels of steel spinning the finest of Reggae, Hip Hop, Soul, and RNB from 10pm-2am. Come expierence the late night menu that is sure to satisfy your appetite.
Signs of Life
Who: Robert Schulman What: Signs of Life Where: Starlight Studio and Art Gallery 340 Delaware Ave. Buffalo NY 14202 When: Friday September 4th 6-9pm On-View: 8/17/15-9/12/15 Cost: Free Gallery Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-4pm Artist Statement/ Bio: “Robert Schulman…