December 2016
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Stop Sip & Shop the Blocks
The Kenmore Merchants Association invites you to our 5th Annual Stop Sip & Shop the Blocks in the Village of Kenmore! On December 8th, support small and local businesses along Delaware Avenue. Enjoy food, drink, carolers, a Chinese auction, and so much…
Golden:Celebrating 50 Years of the Burchfield Penney
This is a half century cultural happening! Live music will fill the galleries, hallways, and elevators. Site-specific installations by artists will appear in spaces you’d least expect. Come experience Western New York art and find yourself at The Center.…
Toys for Tots Vendor Event
FREE admission. All are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy. Come and finish, or start your holiday shopping with our participating vendors: Mia Bella- Candles It Works- Health, skin care and wellness LuLA Roe- Fashion Jamberry- Nail art Papparazzi-…
Holiday Vendor Market in Larkinville!
Get in the holiday spirit! Shop from dozens of local handmade vendors selling everything from home decor items, clothing, accessories, baked goods, candles, soaps, Buffalo themed gear and more! Celebrate the holidays by shopping local and handmade- pick…
Benefit for Toys for Tots
Come to finish ( or start!) your holiday shopping in a warm, comfy atmospere while supporting small local businesses AND the Toys for Tots organization. The list is growning...Here are our current vendors: Mia Bella- Candles It Works- Health and Fitness…
Polar Express
Read along with the story as the train makes its magical round-trip journey to the North Pole. Meet Santa and enjoy caroling, hot cocoa, a treat and a special gift for each child. Kids are encouraged to wear their pajamas!
Flying Bison Christmas Market
The Holiday Market is back! Join Flying Bison Brewery for an afternoon of delicious beers, holiday shopper's market by local artisans, and a visit by Santa from 1-3pm. Participate in the Craft Beer Secret Santa. The rules are you bring a bottle or can…
UUCB Holiday Arts and Crafts Show
Annual UUCB HOLIDAY ARTS AND CRAFTS SHOW The Unitarian Universalist Church of Buffalo’s, 695 Elmwood Avenue at West Ferry, Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Show to be held Saturday, December 10, 2016 from 10am to 4pm A Holiday shopping tradition that…
Santa's Workshop
Admission to Santa’s Workshop and participation in fun holiday themed activities is now included with Gardens Admission! Santa will only be visiting during the hours of Santa’s Workshop- he has quite a few places to visit after spending the day surrounded…
Holiday Market
Come and check out The Foundry's annual Holiday Market. Buy gifts from local vendors and Foundry residents. Afterwards, stop down the street at The Guild at 980 Northampton for more vendors. This event is free to attend. No tickets required, just stop…
Donuts & Milk with Santa!
Join us for Donuts & Milk with Santa and more on Saturday, December 10th from 9AM to 10AM! Fairytale Princesses Face Painting Balloon Artist Prizes Reservations are required as space is limited. Call 716-283-1232 to reserve your space now!
Holiday Bazaar & Wellness Fair
Do some holiday shopping with lots of local Artisans. OR treat yourself to a mini psychic reading, massage or sound healing session. Gift certificates available.
Secrets of Allentown Holiday Tour of Homes
The TR Site and the Allentown Association proudly present the Secrets of Allentown Holiday Tour of Homes, an interior tour of private homes in Buffalo's Allentown National Historic District. The tour will take place from Noon until 4:00 PM with starting…
The Roycoft Inn Holiday Party & Toy Drive
Come celebrate Christmas and the Holidays! The Roycroft Inn and Lounge Lizard Society's Annual party and Toy Drive is December 15. Come in and enjoy our fire while listening to local artisits perform. We will be collecting new, unwrapped toys to benefit…
Cookies for a Cause: Mission Possible II
Celebrate the best parts of the holiday season: cookies, charity and merriment! This is the second annual charity cookie exchange to benefit the Buffalo City Mission. A $10 donation gets you a mixed box of cookies to enjoy. If you bring cookies to exchange…
Queen City Pop Up #ShopSmall
Stop into to Queen City Pop Up for our special Friends and Family Event. Find great holiday gifts as well as special sales, promotions and giveaways from our featured reatilers FilmXposed - Jeannine Swallow; Whimsy Confections; Popcorn kernel; The Silver…
Holiday Poetry Reading at Talking Leaves
Enjoy regional writers from the Mental Health Association’s Writing & Well-Being Workshop as they showcase their poetry and prose at a community holiday reading and reception at Talking Leaves Bookstore at 3158 Main Street. The reading will feature spoken…
Last Minute Panic Holiday Marketplace
More than 40 vendors on BOTH floors of the Book Arts Center! Purchase unique, quality handmade goods from housewares, knitwear, and jewelry to hand-printed greeting cards & posters. You will be sure to find loads of thoughtful last minute gifts perfect…
Christmas Storytime
Join us for this month's "Christmas" themed Storytime! Storytime in the Village is a free community event for young children (infant - 2nd grade) to read, learn and play together! Each storytime includes singing, interactive book reading and fun activities!…
Luggage with Love of WNY Annual Fund drive
Please help us spread the word to collect GENTLY used, PREFERABLY NEW small pieces of luggage, totes, duffle bags, book bags, diaper bags, etc. Please ensure there are no tips, tears, stains, etc when donating. We will also be accepting monetary donations…