October 2016
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
An Evening with Alan White, The Bear Shaman
Cayuga Bear Shaman, Alan White, will share his life experience on the good Red Road, a trail very few have traveled. He follows and teaches the Lakota spiritual principles and Haudenosaunee longhouse traditions. He is the intercessor of several ceremonies:…
Buffalo Chamber Players at the AK: Opening Concert with Joann Falletta
Enjoy special guest JoAnn Falletta on guitar, with works by Niccolò Paganini, Jean Françaix, and a new work for strings by Western New York composer Rob Deemer at The Buffalo Chamber Players celebration of its tenth anniversary season.
Lewiston Haunted History Ghost Walk
Since its inception in 2003, Haunted History Ghost Walks' original Lewiston tour has been a Western New York happening. We walk the streets of battlefield and massacre. We hear tales of prehistoric mystery, Underground Railroad hauntings, legendary authors,…
Halloween Spooktacular
Spooktacular is great for even the youngest members of the family! So put on your favorite costume and come join us for games, crafts, snacks – and carrousel rides. Our Kiddieland Testing Park will be open (weather permitting)! At 7:00pm, Nels Ross -…
GObike Buffalo's Great Big Bike Adventure
Join us for our Great Big Bike Adventure, a Buffalo-themed scavenger hunt to benefit our community workshop at 98 Colvin Avenue! We'll be launching our family-friendly scavenger hunt from 640 Ellicott Street at 4:30 pm. You'll set out through downtown…
Karen Finley in Unicorn Gratitude Mystery
Performance artist and author Karen Finley—frequent visitor to and good friend of Hallwalls—brings us her latest, timely, and most critically acclaimed show, still running off-Broadway through at least September 18. Karen had her New York State debut…
Farm to Table Autumnal Dreamcatchers
An evening if weaving and creating a beautiful dream catcher, using a variety of materials ranging from leathers to fibers. Farm fresh appetizers provided by Dailys catering! Ages 14+ All supplies are included
Karen Finley in Unicorn Gratitude Mystery
Performance artist and author Karen Finley—frequent visitor to and good friend of Hallwalls—brings her latest, timely, and most critically acclaimed show, still running off-Broadway through at least September 18. Karen had her New York State debut with…
Chali 2na with Naughty Professor
Chali 2na MC. Musician. Actor. Painter. Renaissance Man. Chali 2na has done it all. From his days growing up on the hardscrabble streets of Chicago’s south side, to his subsequent explosion onto Los Angeles’ burgeoning hip-hop scene, to his tenure as…
Four Arm Shiver
FTMP Events presents:Four Arm Shiver & Bruise w/ The Concord Kids, Coma State, & NatecoxmusicFriday, October 14thDoors at 6:00 pm$7 presale, $10 at the doorAll Ages (No Drugs/No Alcohol)Tickets: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2595883at: Sugar…
Fright Night at Canalside
SCREAM through 3 terrifying haunted attractions this Halloween season including: ‘HOTEL’- a paranormal nightmare that has you trapped within its walls and horrific past!Also new this year, WNY’s FIRST BUFFALO THEMED ATTRACTION! QUEEN CITY HORRORS…takes…
Beyond Ghost: October Ghost Hunts and Tours
Para-History Tours Beyond Ghosts brings back it's popular Para-History Tours to the Central Terminal! Learn a little bit of both of the fascinating history of the Central Terminal as well as the ghostly stories and claims of paranormal activity that…
West Seneca Art Society Annual Fall Art Show
WE LOVE ART! See beautiful works of art, meet Western New York artists, and buy art at our Grand Opening reception on October 14th from 7-9 pm! The show is located in the Burchfield Nature & Art Center’s Gallery in the Park, on Union Road near Clinton…
"Salsa For a Cure" - Benefit for Roswell Park
Salsa For A Cure is a fundraiser for Roswell Park Cancer Institute all 100% proceeds will go to Patient Care Services. Come Join this Amataur Salsa Competition for a good cause ! Get ready and plan a night In your midnight blue dress and dancing shoes,…
Jekyll & Hyde by Rocking Horse Productions
Music by FRANK WILDHORNBook and Lyrics by LESLIE BRICUSSEConceived for the stage by FRANK WILDHORN and STEVE CUDENProduced by ROCKING HORSE PRODUCTIONS Based on Robert Louis Stevenson's classic thriller, Jekyll & Hyde is the gripping tale of a brilliant…
Victorian Séance Series
Join us at Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village for a night of frights as we celebrate Halloween with a Victorian Séance Series. These programs are being designed especially for BNHV by Joel Dombrowski of www.BuffaloHistoryTours.com. For six nights this…
East Aurora Tour
Join Explore Buffalo for a walking tour of the charming Village of East Aurora to discover its rich history and many connections to the Arts & Crafts movement! Elbert Hubbard, one-time partner of John Larkin of Buffalo’s Larkin Soap Company, was one…
ReStore DIY Contest and Auction
Great food, drinks, music, and your chance to own one-of-a-kind pieces of furniture and lighting made from ReStore finds. The ReStore has gathered a great collections of Designers, DIYers, and artists to test their skills in transforming ordinary ReStore…
Scout Strong Mud Run
The Greater Niagara Frontier Council of the Boy Scouts of America is holding a SCOUT Strong Mud Run on Saturday, October 15 2016 at Beaver Island State Park on Grand Island, NY. This race takes you along the scenic Niagara River along roads, through…
Sierra Club Annual Awards Dinner with Guest Speaker Aaron Mair
The local Sierra Club, the Niagara Group, is hosting its awards dinner with special guest speaker, SC National President, Aaron Mair. This year's environmental award recipients are: Paul Dyster, Mayor, City of Niagara Falls Thomas DeSantis, Senior Planner,…