December 2016
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Willie Nile (Night 2 of 2) at Buffalo Iron Works
The New York Times called Willie Nile “one of the most gifted singer-songwriters to emerge from the New York scene in years.” His album Streets Of New York was hailed as “a platter for the ages” by UNCUT magazine. Rolling Stone listed The Innocent Ones…
Crooked Gener8ion/ Improbable Cause/ Winski/ The Black Hats
FTMP Events presents:Crooked Gener8ion w/ Improbable Cause, Winski, & The Black HatsSaturday, December 10thDoors at 6:00 pm$10 presale, $12 at the doorAll Ages (No Drugs/No Alcohol)Tickets: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2716302at: Sugar City1239…
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…
The Kootsie Ball
The Kootsie Ball returns to the Hotel Lafayette where it was first held 40 years ago, in 1976. The 40th anniversary of Buffalo's longest running gala will take place in both gorgeously restored ballrooms and in the cocktail lounge. Tickets include all-night…
All On A Starry Night
The Buffalo Choral Arts Society's Christmas Concert All on a Starry Night features Jaunty arrangements of Jingle Bells and Ding, Dong Merrily on High, juxtaposed with the serenity of Carols of the Night, with a breathtaking arrangement of O Holy Night and Silent…
Snowing Sideways
Snowing Sideways covers artists from Buddy Holly to Foo Fighters, with great tunes from Beatles, Elvis Costello, Stones, Ramones, Pearl Jam, AC/DC, Tom Petty, Bad Company...and always a few surprises!Members: Doc Licata - guitar, vocals, harp; Jim Hyrek…
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…
Secrets from the Stacks
Join Cynthia as she brings out items about weather in Buffalo in this offering of Secrets from the Stacks. Secrets of the Stacks is a one-morning pop-up display of pictures, books, manuscripts, or other items from the Library collection that you can…
Holiday Market
Local artisans featuring many one-of-a-kind items including pottery, craftsman-made wood bowls, wood toys, cuttingboards & wine racks. Multiple jewelers featuring lampworkbeads, sterling items, beach glass, bracelets, earrings,necklaces & chain mail.…
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…
Classical Christmas
Stefan Sanders leads the BPO and Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus in this festive celebration of timeless musical treasures, including Bach’s Christmas Oratorio and Handel’s Messiah. Stefan Sanders, conductor Buffalo Philharmonic ChorusAdam Luebke, music…
ONCE
Winner of eight 2012 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL, ONCE is a truly original Broadway experience. Featuring an impressive ensemble of actor/musicians who play their own instruments onstage, ONCE tells the enchanting tale of a Dublin street musician…
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!
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…
Caskey
FTMP Events presents:Caskeyw/ Cityboistreets, No Ceilings Entertainment, & Code Red GlobalSunday, December 11thDoors at 6:00 pm$20 presale, $25 at the doorAges 18+ (ID Required / Strictly Enforced)Tickets on sale Tuesday, November 1st @ 10:00 AM@ www.purplepass.com/caskeynoapologies121116at: Evening…
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.
Christmas Tree Lighting and Concert
It's the official lighting of the Albright-Knox’s traditional Christmas Tree and a concert of holiday favorites by the Buffalo Gay Men's Chorus under the direction of Artistic Director Garrett F. Martin and Associate Artistic Director Dr. Abigail Rockwood-Puehn. AK…
Jazz on 2nd Sundays - Bobby Plays Brubeck
One of Buffalo's jazz treasures, Bobby Militello, leads his world-class quartet in a concert of jazz standards and songs by Dave Brubeck. Formed in 2014, his quartet includes Bobby Jones on piano, Jim Colemon on bass, and John Bacon, Jr. on drums. They…
Jingle Bell Jam
Mix your favorite holiday music with the excitement of the season and you have a wonderful family tradition. Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus after the concert for milk and cookies. Come at 1:30 for a variety of fun activities. The BlueCross BlueShield Healthy…