September 2015
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Buffalo Hates You, Too: A Love Story - Launch Party
A free event to support this locally-produced movie that promises to paint a vivid picture of where Buffalo has been, where it’s going, and the struggles it must address to truly recover. By looking closely at the Queen City’s neighborhoods, citizens,…
2nd Friday at the Burchfield Penney Arts Center
The Magic Of Light in the The Front Yard is the highlight of the September 2nd Friday at the BP. There will be tours at this Special Event presented by the Burchfield Penney and IES (Illuminating Engineering Society) in partnership with Buffalo State…
Wine Pairing
An elegant evening of fun, fine wine and gourmet cuisine featuring exquisite wine and gourmet cuisine. Brian Moorman's Punt Foundation's 9th Annual Wine Pairing at Asbury Hall in downtown Buffalo. Gather a group of friends or colleagues and "Go Gold"…
Frederick Law Olmsted Gala
Wind down the summer with a classic, elegant and artistic evening under the stars at the 13th Annual FLO Gala. Linda Pellegrino of AM Buffalo (WKBW-TV) will MC this elegant event. "The Park is a Work of Art," said Frederick Law Olmsted. Look for portraits…
Opening Receptions at UB Anderson Gallery
Three Openings, one excellent gallery. Attend the opening reception for the Robert De Niro, Sr. and Irving Feldman: Painter and Poet at UB in the Late 1960s exhibit; the Barbara Insalaco: Industrial Buffalo exhibit; and the Eliel + Eero Saarinen: Kleinhans…
Urban Drive-In
Silo City becomes an outdoor movie theater! Watch films, play games and partake of food truck fare. Bike, drive, walk, boat or skip on over to this event. Bring comfortable seating and a picnic if you like, but please - no pets. The movie line-up: 12:00pm…
Music is Art
Buffalo's own Goo Goo Dolls will be appearing in a full band performance at Music is Art this year, along with hundreds of local artists and performers on a dozen stages in this FREE, all day event featuring an eclectic array of Buffalo's finest artists,…
Buffalo Maritime Festival and Fall Fundraiser
An Evening Aboard the U.S. Brig Niagara” at Canalside Buffalo on Saturday, September 12, 2015 from 7:00-9:00pm will be filled with cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, music and an auction. All proceeds benefit Buffalo Maritime Center. Saturday will feature antique…
Hamburg Oktoberfest
Bring your entire family to this 1 day event. There is FREE admission! There will be plenty of German foods, drinks, dance, live music and a German Car Show. Live Music by "The German American Musicians - Buffalo's Big German Band" and the "Auslanders".…
58th Annual Alden Art Club Fall Show
Alden Art Show and H & L Fire Company BBQ The 58th Annual Alden Art Show will be held on Sunday Sept. 13, 2015. It will run from 10am-4pm and will be held at the Firemen’s Memorial Bandstand Park in the Village of Alden. This is a judged show with…
Mexican Independence Day Party
Celebrate all that is great about Mexico! Featuring Mexican art and music, home-made authentic Mexican food buffet, margaritas, beer and more! Cash bar. Support Casa de Arte's major fundraiser of the year! Tickets are just $15 in advance and $20 at the…
Famous Women of Forest Lawn Trolley tour
Join Forest Lawn Researcher, Ted Dibble, on this 2 hour trolley tour that highlights the stories of the many courageous women who have achieved recognition for pursing their dreams, ideals and passions. Some of the women featured on the tour are Mary…
Buffalo Trivia Night: Are you a History Buff?
Test your local Buffalo history knowledge at the inaugural Trivia Night. Come with a team, or join one when you arrive. Snacks and drinks available. Museum admission, free for members. Our exhibits are designed to celebrate local history, and our shop…
Buffalo Walks – Larkinville Distilling & Brewery Tour
In the early 1800s, the transport of grain brought breweries like Iroquois and Simon Pure, along with malting companies. Beer-oriented development has recently been resurrected, and the breweries and distilleries for this tour are located in the heart…
Triumph and Tragedy Closing Event and Walk Through
Global Justice Ecology Project will be hosting a walk through of the photographs in its Triumph and Tragedy photo exhibit at the ¡Buen Vivir! Gallery in Allentown. GJEP Executive Director, Anne Petermann, who is the photographer, will discuss the photographs…
Color Frequency and Flow
The Exhibit will feature Paintings by Artist Robyn Gallick and also feature live music and a cash bar. Over 25 Abstract works will be on display. If you enjoy 25 + large scale works utilizing burst of color and resonance then you will enjoy this show.…
Curtain Up! 2015
Don't miss the annual celebration of the opening of the Buffalo Theatre Season. Start with dinner at 5:00, then see any one of dozens of shows at theatres throughout the area. And end up on the 600 Block of Main Street for the free and fabulous post-show…
Quaker Arts Festival
The largest suburban Arts Festival in Western New York! More than 50,000 people will trek to Orchard Park to shop and support the talented artists and craftsmen in our region, working in Fine Art, Graphics, Photography, Sculpture, Ceramic/Pottery, Fiber,…
Dozynski Polish Harvest Festival
Enjoy great food and drink throughout the festival, including a Polish Platter (golabki, lazy pierogi, polish sausage, sweet/sour cabbage, bread/butter), homemade pierogi, baloney & onions & more. The bar will feature Polish/American b eers & wine, as…
Buffalo Humanities Festival: Gender Bender
Are we bound by gender? With presentations, performances, and conversations, the 2015 Buffalo Humanities Festival will attempt to answer that question by going beyond the traditional oppositions of male/female and gay/straight. Some experts claim that…