February 2026

Thu Feb 19th

The Buffalo History Museum

Trivia Night

Arts & Culture

Test your knowledge of our city, pop culture, and beyond at the Museum’s Buffalo History trivia night! Bring a friend, or meet new friends for team-based Buffalo history trivia inside the State Court. Beer and wine will be available for purchase, and… >>

Thu Feb 19th

Hallwalls

Fred Moten / Brandon López

Live Performances

The work of each of these powerfully creative & exceptionally perceptive artists concerns itself with navigating the ascending reign of long-institutionalized madness while simultaneously keeping humanity and sanity intact. Poet and theorist Fred Moten… >>

Fri Feb 20th

The Buffalo History Museum

First Ladies Nite

Arts & Culture

Have you been saying, “I really need to get over to The Buffalo History Museum”? Consider this your sign. Join us for a FREE evening of history, creativity, and a little indulgence as we spill the tea on two of Buffalo’s own “First Ladies,” Abigail Fillmore… >>

Fri Feb 20th → Fri May 15th

The Buffalo History Museum

M&T Third Friday

Community

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… >>

Fri Feb 20th → Fri May 15th

The Buffalo History Museum

Junior History Buffs

Arts & Culture

Junior History Buffs is a program at The Buffalo History Museum that engages children ages 4-11 in age-appropriate history lessons, songs, stories, crafts and games. A short program, or “Circle Time,” is instructor-guided and includes songs, a brief… >>

Sat Feb 21st

Northwest Arena

On Ice!

Community

Location:Northwest Arena319 W 3rd St.Jamestown, NY 14701 Time:1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Ticket Price:$25 General Admission$35 at the Door KIDS PRICING: $10 for children ages 5-10 (child must be present to receive wristband) Kids under 5 are free (child must… >>

Sat Feb 21st

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Orchids After Dark at the Botanical Gardens

Community

See the beautiful blooms of our Orchid Exhibit after the sun sets during Orchids After Dark! Hundreds of magical lights will guide you through our twelve greenhouses, bathing our orchid displays in brilliant colors. This limited-time event is the perfect… >>

Sat Feb 21st

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Dinosaur Terrarium Workshop at the Botanical Gardens

Workshops & Classes

Create your own miniature dinosaur world with this fun class just for kids! This workshop includes all materials needed to build a tropical terrarium complete with dinosaur figures to bring home with them. Kids will learn about how terrariums work, how… >>

Sat Feb 21st

The Buffalo History Museum

Voices for Freedom: African American History in Buffalo Tour

Community

Join one of our knowledgeable docents for a guided tour exploring the powerful stories of individuals who fought for the abolition of slavery and the pursuit of equality for African Americans. This docent-led experience offers thoughtful insight into… >>

Tue Feb 24th

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Whimsical Orchids: Watercolor Workshop at the Botanical Gardens

Workshops & Classes

Step into a world of color and creativity with our Whimsical Orchids: Watercolor Workshop! Whether you’re a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this joyful, beginner-friendly session will guide you through the enchanting process… >>

Wed Feb 25th

Hallwalls

A MID WINTER'S DRAW Live Drawing Rally & Online Auction

Arts & Culture

F or the 29th time since February 2012, Hallwalls presents its twice year live drawing rally and online auction. A Mid Winter's Draw inserts itself into the dog days of the cold season as a warm, refreshing blast of creativity, good vibes, and abundant… >>

Thu Feb 26th

Forbes Theatre

Sparkle with Hope

Community

Join us for the inaugural Sparkle with Hope Gala - an elegant night dedicated to celebrating courage, honoring survivors, and supporting the women in Western New York who are facing breast cancer today. This semi-formal evening begins with a cocktail… >>

Thu Feb 26th

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Floriography: Linocut Workshop at the Botanical Gardens

Workshops & Classes

Discover how flowers speak without words. In this creative workshop, you’ll explore floriography, the historical language of flowers, where each bloom carries a unique meaning. After learning the symbolism behind different flowers, you’ll translate a… >>

Fri Feb 27th → Sat Apr 11th

Buffalo Arts Studio

Stitch Buffalo, "Zero Waste"

Arts & Culture

Buffalo Arts Studio is excited to present Zero Waste, an exhibition of textile work created from reclaimed materials by Stitch Buffalo refugee and immigrant artists and volunteers, on view from February 27 through April 11, 2026. An opening reception… >>

Fri Feb 27th → Sat Feb 28th

Hallwalls

End of America Double Feature: WTO/99 + Hello Dankness

Theater & Stage

Created by Jason Livingston Presented as a double feature, Ian Bell's WTO/99 and Soda Jerk's Hello Dankness, two films that trace more than two decades of political rupture — from the streets of Seattle during the 1999 World Trade Organization protests… >>

Fri Feb 27th

Buffalo Arts Studio

Stitch Buffalo, "Zero Waste"

Arts & Culture

Buffalo Arts Studio is excited to present Zero Waste, an exhibition of textile work created from reclaimed materials by Stitch Buffalo refugee and immigrant artists and volunteers, on view from February 27 through April 11, 2026. An opening reception… >>

Fri Feb 27th → Sun Mar 1st

UB Center for the Arts

Zodiaque Dance Company 51st Season Spring Concert

Arts & Culture

Zodiaque Dance Company 51st Season Spring Concert Co-Directed by Kerry Ring and Michael Deeb Weaver Feb. 27 - 28, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. Mar. 1, 2026 at 2 p.m.* Morning Program: Feb. 27, 2026 at 10 a.m.** UB Center for the Arts Mainstage Theatre Tickets:… >>

Fri Feb 27th → Sun Mar 1st

Hamburg Fairgrounds Event Center

The Buffalo Cavalcade of Cars 2026

Community

Part of the New York thruway series, this is one of the Hottest indoor car shows!See Rods, customs, classics, motorcycles and so much more!The show that has 32 years of history in Western New YorkWe will also have live music throughout the weekend and… >>

Fri Feb 27th

Hallwalls

Scholars@Hallwalls: Gwynn Thomas

monthly lecture series featuring the UB Humanities Institute’s Faculty Fellows for the current academic year, hosted at Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center. 4:00pm | Mingling 4:15pm | Introductions and featured talk followed by Q + A We hope you'll join… >>

Sat Feb 28th

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Seed Starting Class at the Botanical Gardens

Workshops & Classes

Get growing with this fun and informative seed starting class! You’ll learn how to choose the right seeds for your garden, understand what makes seeds sprout, and create a planting schedule that works for you. We’ll cover different planting methods,… >>