July 2026
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Butterfly Experience at the Botanical Gardens
Flutter down to the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens and immerse yourself in the winged world of butterflies right here in Buffalo! Step into our Tropical Orchard, which will be home to hundreds of live butterflies from May 16 to July 19. Get…
Butterfly Release at the Botanical Gardens
Get up close with our butterflies in a truly special way! New this year, join us for a live Butterfly Release on select Saturday mornings during the Butterfly Experience! Enjoy exclusive early access to the Botanical Gardens and our Butterfly Experience…
Garden Explorers Summer Camp: Junior Botanists
Explore the inspiring beauty of plants and nurture your child’s love for nature by joining the Garden Explorers program at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens! This half-day program explores various subjects including art, science, botany,…
Marilla Country Store 175th Anniversary Summer Picnic
We're celebrating 175 years with a summer picnic, and you're invited! Join us Saturday, July 11 from 11am - 2pm for: Lunch for just $1.75 (while supplies last) Live barbershop quartet (11am - 1pm) Enter to win one of FIVE $75 gift certificates One-day-only…
Bloom and Bark at the Botanical Gardens
Get ready for a day of pawsitive vibes and garden-side fun at Bloom and Bark! Hosted by the Botanical Gardens in partnership with Awesome Paws Rescue, this free, family-friendly event brings together adorable adoptable pets from local rescues, pet-focused…
Garden Explorers Summer Camp: Bees, Bats, and Butterflies
Explore the inspiring beauty of plants and nurture your child’s love for nature by joining the Garden Explorers program at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens! This half-day program explores various subjects including art, science, botany,…
$7.16 Day at the Botanical Gardens
Celebrate Western New York with $7.16 Admission on July 16 only for #716Day! With more than 125 years of history, the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is an important and beloved WNY institution. With 12 stunning greenhouses filled with exotic…
Summer Celebration: Chicken BBQ and Concert
☀️ Kick Off Summer with Island Vibes in Western New York! ☀️ Grab your family, friends, and lawn chairs and join us for an evening of music, food, and summertime fun at Lord of Life! Free Outdoor Concert: Feel the rhythm of the islands as the Lancaster…
Garden Explorers Summer Camp: Art of the Elements
Explore the inspiring beauty of plants and nurture your child’s love for nature by joining the Garden Explorers program at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens! This half-day program explores various subjects including art, science, botany,…
Free Community Screening: No Place to Grow Old + Panel Discussion
Join the Homeless Alliance of Western New York and the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library for a FREE SCREENING of the award-winning documentary No Place to Grow Old on Tuesday, July 22, at the Downtown Central Library. The film will be followed by…
Crafting in the Courtyard at the Botanical Gardens
Let your child’s imagination bloom during Crafting in the Courtyard, a fun-filled crafting event set in the beautiful courtyard of the Botanical Gardens! Surrounded by colorful flowers, kids will dive into hands-on art projects inspired by nature. This…
PUSH Buffalo’s Block Party
Twenty years ago, neighbors on Buffalo's West Side started knocking on doors and asking what needed to change. What happened next, we built together. This summer, we're gathering to celebrate what we won, remember how we won it, and see each other's…
Garden Explorers Summer Camp: Art of the Summertime
Explore the inspiring beauty of plants and nurture your child’s love for nature by joining the Garden Explorers program at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens! This half-day program explores various subjects including art, science, botany,…
GiGi’s Summer at the Shore
Spend a summer evening on the waterfront while making a meaningful difference for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Join GiGi's Playhouse Buffalo at The Shores Waterfront Restaurant for Summer at the Shore, a fun-filled evening benefiting…
Lebanese Festival
The 23rd Annual Lebanese Festival will be held July 31, 4 -11pm, Sat. Aug. 1 from 12noon - 11pm and Sun. Aug. 2 from 12noon to 6pm. Come for the authentic Lebanese food and stay for the music and dancing! Live Lebanese music throughout the weekend. …