December 2025

Sun Dec 14th

St. Peter's United Church of Christ

Christmas Concert

Live Performances

St. Peter's United Church of Christ, 1475 Orchard Park Road in West Seneca, invites the community to join in as it presents a free Christmas concert on Sunday, December 14 at 7:00 p.m. in the church sanctuary. The concert will highlight St. Peter’s contemporary… >>

Tue Jul 15th → Tue Dec 16th

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Sensory Hour at the Botanical Gardens

Community

Experience the Botanical Gardens in a calm, welcoming atmosphere during Sensory Hour—an event designed for individuals with sensory, developmental, or physical needs and their families. Enjoy a peaceful visit with reduced sounds, fewer crowds, and an… >>

Tue Aug 12th → Tue Dec 9th

The Buffalo History Museum

Memory Cafe

Community

Join us each month on the second Tuesday for our ‘Memory Cafe’ – a program for people with changes in their memory or thinking and the people who care for them. At each Memory Cafe, participants will view our museum exhibits and artifacts, create arts… >>

Sat Sep 6th → Sat Dec 6th

The Buffalo History Museum

Terrakwa Exhibit Tour

Arts & Culture

Join us at the Buffalo History Museum for an exclusive exhibit tour led by the creators of Terrakwa that challenges visitors to think about how the Erie Canal continues to affect people and the environment, and how it might change in the future.

Fri Oct 17th → Fri Dec 19th

The Buffalo History Museum

M&T Third Friday

Arts & Culture

Join us on M&T Third Friday for free admission from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.! Discover Western New York’s rich history in more than a half-dozen exhibits, including “CONTINUUM: A HISTORY OF ERIE COUNTY” and “ICONS: THE MAKERS AND MOMENTS OF BUFFALO SPORTS.” And… >>

Wed Oct 29th → Sun Dec 14th

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Beyond the Wildflowers

Arts & Culture

See beautifully painted scenes of nature, inspired by local, national, and international locations. Step Beyond the Wildflowers and enjoy the brilliant colors of changing leaves, the cool comfort of snow-covered forests, the simple beauty of milkweed,… >>

Fri Nov 14th → Fri Dec 19th

Hallwalls

Barbara Lattanzi The Storm in the Painting

Arts & Culture

Exhibition of recent video work often utilizing generative AI to animate the pieces.

Sat Nov 22nd → Sat Dec 20th

Buffalo Arts Studio

Annual Studio Artist Show and Sale

Arts & Culture

Buffalo Arts Studio is pleased to present the Annual Studio Artist Show and Sale, which showcases the work of Buffalo Arts Studio’s 31 Studio Artists. The exhibition will be on view from November 22 through December 20, 2025. An artist reception will… >>

Sun Nov 23rd → Sun Dec 21st

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Photography Nights

Community

Make your reservation today! Bring along your favorite photographer and join us for Photography Nights to get the most out of your photo experience at the Botanical Gardens! We are opening up the Botanical Gardens for the public to take family photos,… >>

Fri Nov 28th → Tue Dec 30th

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Poinsettias After Dark

Community

Experience the magic of the holidays during Poinsettias After Dark! Thousands of twinkling lights will guide you through our magically illuminated greenhouses. See textures, shapes, and shadows that you’ve never noticed before as different colors bathe… >>

Sat Nov 29th → Sat Dec 20th

Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum

Santa on the Carrousel

Community

Santa will be at the Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum on Saturday November 29th, Saturday December 13th, and Saturday December 20th. Admission is required for everyone children (2-16 $12, under 2 $5) and adults ($10). Admission for the event includes:… >>

Mon Dec 1st

Hallwalls

Lee Carlson: A Single Excellent Night at Hallwalls

Arts & Culture

Join us at Hallwalls for an evening with author, journalist, and Zen practitioner Lee Carlson celebrating the release of his new book, A Single Excellent Night: A Man, a Mentor, and a Moment in Time! A longtime student of Peter Matthiessen, Carlson’s… >>

Tue Dec 2nd

Hallwalls

Hallwalls Open House & Holiday Market

Music & Nightlife

Introducing the first-ever Hallwalls Open House & Holiday Market $mdash; a festive, creative night at Hallwalls celebrating artists, community, and the spirit of independent art in Buffalo. And it's completely free to attend! 24 curated artists and makers… >>

Wed Dec 3rd

Nietzsche's

Coyote Island LIVE

Live Performances

Coyote Island is the musical vision of producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Mike O’Hehir. For many years, Mike traveled the country with a guitar in hand, collecting sounds and ideas. Upon returning home to Maine, he began the process of pouring… >>

Wed Dec 3rd

The Buffalo History Museum

Happy Hour History: Evening with Brian Higgins

Community

Join us at The Buffalo History Museum for a special conversation with Brian Higgins, President and Chief Executive Officer of Shea’s Performing Arts Center. As a former U.S. Congressman, Higgins represented Western New York in Washington for nearly two… >>

Sat Dec 6th

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Conifer Wreath Workshop

Workshops & Classes

Start a new tradition this holiday season! Create a fresh, fragrant conifer wreath to add some festive greenery to your home. Wire wreath form, paddle wire and fresh materials are provided. Participants are encouraged to decorate their wreath after the… >>

Sat Dec 6th

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Conifer Wreath Workshop

Workshops & Classes

Start a new tradition this holiday season! Create a fresh, fragrant conifer wreath to add some festive greenery to your home. Wire wreath form, paddle wire and fresh materials are provided. Participants are encouraged to decorate their wreath after the… >>

Sat Dec 6th

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Cozy Crafters Artisan Market

Community

Step into the enchanting wonderland of Buffalo’s most unique venue, aglow with twinkling lights and adorned with hundreds of vibrant poinsettias.  Join us in celebrating the magic of the holiday season with our artisan market! Bring the whole family… >>

Sat Dec 6th

UB Katharine Cornell Theatre

3rd Annual LV Shakespeare Showcase

Arts & Culture

3rd Annual LV Shakespeare Showcase Directed by Andre White as part of our Student Directed Series Dec. 6, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. UB Katharine Cornell Theatre Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/000062E7B7F36DC9   $25 Adults | $20 Seniors/Veterans/UB… >>

Sat Dec 6th

Knights of Columbus

Christmas Wonderland Craft & Vendor Fair

Community

Crafters & Vendors... Basket Raffle.... Shopping... and more! Come out to support Buffalo's local small businesses. FREE ADMISSION. $5/5min massages available. You don't need to be present to win the Basket Raffle. Bring donations for The City of Buffalo… >>