April 2026
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Horticultural Heroes | Arcangel Gallery Exhibit at the Botanical Gardens
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens welcomes you to enjoy an extraordinary collection of diverse and visually striking portraits in Horticultural Heroes, in our Arcangel Gallery. This collection of works pays homage to the groundbreaking contributions…
“Return to the Rainbow City” Indoor Walking Tour
Enjoy a tour of our Pan-American Exposition inside the Museum’s State Court. “Return to the Rainbow City: Buffalo’s Pan-American Exposition,” recounts the story of the fair—its planning, construction, and legacy—and features a variety of Pan-Am artifacts,…
Stitch Buffalo, "Zero Waste"
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…
Vintage Tweets: Suffrage Era Postcards
The Buffalo History Museum is proud to welcome Carol Crossed, President and Founder of the Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum, for a special commemoration of women’s suffrage. Crossed will present a unique collection of 100-year-old suffrage postcards…
MFA Dance Thesis Concert
MFA Dance Thesis Concert Faculty Advisor: Chanon Judson Choreographers: Rebekah Bono and Charity John Apr. 3 - 4, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. Apr. 4, 2026 at 2 p.m. UB Center for the Arts Black Box Theatre Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/search?q=mfa+dance+thesis+ub+center+for+the+arts…
Open Art Night at the Botanical Gardens
We’re inviting artists of all media and abilities, near and far, to grab their sketchbooks, canvases, pencils or paints, and find inspiration under the lush conservatory for an intimate art experience that you won’t find anywhere else in Buffalo. You…
“Artist in the Loop: AI and the Ghosts of Spanish Poets"
“Artist in the Loop: AI and the Ghosts of Spanish Poets,” A Theatre Studio Ensemble Production in collaboration with the UB School of Management Center for AI Business Innovation From works by Antonio Machado and Others Directed by Maria S. Horne Apr.…
Portrait-a-thon: A Live Portrait Drawing Rally!
Come for the art, stay for the vibe, and leave with a portrait that gives back!
Travels With George - Film Screening and Panel Discussion
Join us for this screening and discussion about the power of friendship and how connecting helps with depression and loneliness.
Scholars@Hallwalls: Trina Hyun
A 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…
An Evening with Frederick Douglass
Experience American democracy through the powerful voice of Frederick Douglass. Join Nathan M. Richardson, Living History Interpreter, as he brings Douglass’s words to life—examining his relationships with Susan B. Anthony, Harriet Tubman, William Lloyd…
Live on Five 2026
The big auction of small works that reinvents itself year after year Join Buffalo Arts Studio for Live on Five 2026Auction Event: Saturday, April 18, 7:00 – 11:00 pm Building on the success of the past, Live on Five returns to Buffalo Arts Studio on…
Buffalo Civil War Round Table Speaker Series: From Battlefield to Book
Discover how Ulysses S. Grant’s final “campaign”-writing his legendary memoirs-secured his family’s future and his own American legacy. WEDNESDAYApril 22, 2026 6-8pm, doors open 5:30
“Into the Woods”
“Into the Woods” Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim Book by James Lapine Directed and Choreographed by James Beaudry Music Direction by Matt Marco Apr. 23 - 25, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. Apr. 25 – 26*, 2026 at 2 p.m. UB Center for the Arts Drama Theatre Tickets:…
Trivia Night
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…
Lewuga Benson Leave the Door Open
Hallwalls is pleased to present Leave The Door Open a feature film by filmmaker and interdisciplinary media artist, Lewuga Benson. A slow-burning drama marked by long takes and restrained, immersive visuals, Leave The Door Open unfolds in the space between…
Aperture / Afterimage
A new original audiovisual installation experience curated by Buffalo-based artist collective Groupwork and part of the in.sight series, an ongoing investigation into technology-mediated expression and embodied systems of code, light, sound, and space.…
Post Event Celebration for Live on Five
Buffalo Arts Studio invites you to the Post Event Celebration for Live on Five on Friday, April 24, from 5–8 pm, part of M&T Fourth Fridays. This event is free and open to the public. The party’s not over yet! Guests are invited to pick up their winnings…
Fables & Frost
Join the Greater Niagara Ballet Company for Fables & Frost, an enchanting spring performance featuring three audience favorites: the whimsical musical storytelling of Peter and the Wolf, the lively Victorian skating party of Les Patineurs, and the sparkling…
"In Between Two Tall Mountains" and "Breathing In and Out"
Buffalo Arts Studio is pleased to present "In Between Two Tall Mountains" by Gabrielle Hall and "Breathing In and Out" by Brianna Bernas, concurrent exhibitions by two senior fiber art majors from Buffalo State University that explore concepts of emotional…