October 2018
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Buffalo Groundhog Day Hibernation Celebration
Join Western New York's famed weatherhogs and all of their woodland friends for an autumn afternoon full of food, drinks and family fun in beautiful East Aurora, NY. Buffalo Groundhog Day's Hibernation Celebration, presented by Picasso's Pizza, features…
MEAT RAFFLE by the Knights of St. John
Saturday October 27th --- Our very popular annual MEAT RAFFLE returns! Attendees will enjoy the FREE admission, plus complimentary refreshments and snacks too. That’s right...no cover charge! More than 250 prizes to win including whole turkeys, select…
Hamburg Farmers Market
#DiscoverHamburgNY Join us for our 41st Season of the Hamburg Farmers' Market! With new and long-standing vendors providing the freshest locally grown, raised, and made foods all throughout the season, we are open Rain or Shine every Saturday through…
Slow Roll
SLOW ROLL BUFFALO Mondays, May through October Presented by Independent Health A program of GObike Buffalo 7 MAY ELECTRIC TOWER 14 MAY MOOT CENTER 21 MAY WEST SIDE COMMUNITY SERVICES 28 MAY NAVAL PARK 4 JUNE VARSITY THEATRE 11 JUNE EAST PARADE CIRCLE…
North Buffalo Farmers Market
Choosing to eat locally is more than a trend, it’s a healthy way of life. Eating local means- you have access to nutritious, fresh foods.- you know the farmer that has produced your food.- you are being environmentally responsible as you choose to eat…
2018 Summer International Chess Games
Monthly USCF-sanctioned chess tournaments for all skills and ages hosted by the Archangel 8 Chess Academy. (One) Open section of play, 3 games, Game 60 with a 5 second delay. See tournament flyer for additional details. Pizza and refreshments provided. …
The Great Pumpkin Farm Fall Festival
The Great Pumpkin Farm’s Fall Festival is all about wholesome fun, great food and enjoying everything the season has to offer. It’s where families come to get their pumpkins, mums and cornstalks, to enjoy the thrill of the rides and the chills of the…
Mum Exhibit & 4-H Farm
Our oldest flower exhibit is celebrating its 118th anniversary. Enjoy the colors of fall with many different varieties of mums! Through our partnership with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Erie County and 4-H, we are also bringing the 4-H Farm back…
Walktober 2018
“Walktober” invites downtown employees and visitors to walk! The Wellness Institute of Greater Buffalo is proud to partner with Visit Buffalo Niagara to enjoy a series of free, guided, noontime Wellness Walks- beginning and ending at the Buffalo Niagara…
21st Annual Erie County Earth Science Day
Earth Science Day turns 21 on Saturday October 6! Join us at Penn Dixie from 9 am to 4 pm, rain or shine, to learn about Western New York’s natural history, ecology, and resources through interactive exhibits and demonstrations in a family-friendly setting.…
Cradle Beach Family Science Program: Beach Science!
Let’s do some science activities on the beach! We will be using our senses to hunt for items, making mini-beaches to see how erosion happens, and making volcanoes that erupt. Date and Time: Sunday October 7 from 12:30pm – 3:00pmCost: $6/child, adults…
Dining Out For Life
Buffalo’s 16th annual Dining Out For Life® will take place Tuesday, October 9, 2018. DOFL is Western New York’s largest HIV fundraiser and one of the region’s most popular events. All proceeds directly benefit Evergreen Health. More than 80 restaurants…
The Nickel City Cluster All Breed Conformation Dog Show and Obedience and Rally Trials
The Nickel City Cluster All Breed Conformation Dog Show and Obedience & RallyTrials Kennel Club Of Niagara Falls October 11, and 12, 2018 Kennel Club Of Buffalo, Inc. October 13, and 14, 2018 4 days of conformation shows, obedience…
Creating Change: How to be an Effective Advocate
Make your voice heard! Learn how to effectively participate in the public process of environmental review and create meaningful change in your community. Every year, many major projects in our community are required to undergo environmental review…
Rise Strong on International Day of the Girl with GEC!
Rise Strong on International Day of the Girl with Girls Education Collaborative! Please join us and together, we’ll build better futures for the world’s girls! Girls Education Collaborative, a Buffalo-based organization working globally to bring…
Explore Buffalo's "Historic" Meat Raffle
Join us for a fun evening in support of Explore Buffalo’s many educational programs! Proceeds from this event support the ongoing mission of Explore Buffalo to promote Buffalo and Western New York history and architecture through quality education to…
There's No Place Like Hope, An Evening in Emerald City
The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children/Buffalo will host its 4th annual DISH IT OUT gala, “There is No Place Like Hope, An Evening in Emerald City” on Friday, October 12th at Salvatore’s Italian Gardens. Your support is critical in enabling…
Wegmans Family Day & Boo-tanical Celebration
Celebrate all things creepy and crawly at the Botanical Gardens! Learn about spooky plants while making some creepy crafts to take home. Enjoy the 4-H Farm, Halloween treats and feel free to show off your costume during our Halloween parade. Sponsored…
Festifall
Festifall is the premiere fall event for families who live in the south towns of Western New York! The event features attractions for the entire family. There will be pony rides, a petting zoo, tractor/hay rides, bounce houses, kids games, a “Touch a…
Boo Tacular Craft & Vendor Fair
Support your local small businesses. FREE ADMISSION with a donation to the SPCA. Basket raffle, games, 50/50. Shopping and cash bar available.