June 2026
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Inspiration Stations at the Botanical Gardens
Visit our Botanical Gardens on select dates for a unique art-making experience inspired by the lush greenery and vibrant plant life of our conservatory. Through themed art activities, immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and textures of the Botanical…
Building the City of Good Neighbors: The History of Immigrants in Buffalo
Jennifer Rizzo-Choi, Executive Director of the International Institute of Buffalo, examines the enduring impact of foreign-born communities in Buffalo, highlighting their vital role in shaping the city’s cultural, economic, and civic life. Tickets…
Kids Run
Lace up and join the fun! On Saturday, June 6th, bring the whole family to Kids Run a FREE, event that encourages families to be active and fit together! Enjoy a 1.8 mile family walk/run, plus a mini dash just for kids under five, all set in Delaware…
Family Fun Fest Craft & Vendor Market
To celebrate the start of Summer, we'll be holding our 8th Annual Summer Fun Fest Vendor Market, with a special appearance by Bluey! Admission and selfies with Bluey are free, we just ask for a small donation to help the City of Buffalo Animal Shelter,…
Bonsai Show at the Botanical Gardens
The Buffalo Bonsai Society and the Botanical Gardens proudly present the return of the annual Bonsai Show. Meet with members of the Bonsai Society and learn about their craft as they display amazing bonsai specimens from their personal collections. Watch…
Summer Vendor Market & Craft Fair
For our 9th year, and to celebrate the start of summer, we'll be holding our annual Summer Vendor Market & Craft Fair on the first Saturday of June! 445 Columbia Ave. Depew, 14043 Saturday, June 6th 11:00 - 3:00 Free admission Free on-site parking…
Pan-American Walking Tour
Come enjoy a tour of the grounds where the Pan-American Exposition took place over 100 years ago. Buffalo was the 8th largest city in the United States in 1901 and hosted over 8 million people from around the world during the Pan-American Exposition.…
Memory Cafe
Join us each month on the second Tuesday for our ‘Memory Cafe’ – a free 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…
Rose Show at the Botanical Gardens
The WNY Rose Society is hosting their annual rose show June 13th! View over 100 of the most beautiful roses Western New York has to offer. Learn about which roses grow best in our area, and get ideas for what you could grow in your own garden. Meet and…
Solar Celebration at Silo City
Let’s celebrate the power of solar to change lives in Africa. Together, we can fight Climate Change and Energy Poverty - and have fun doing it! Let There Be Light International's annual event is back! Join us at Duende at Silo City for a family-friendly…
Juneteenth Junior History Buffs
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…
M&T Third Friday
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…
Orchid Repotting with the Niagara Frontier Orchid Society
Join us for an Orchid Repotting Event in partnership with the Niagara Frontier Orchid Society! Bring your orchid with you! Our experts will help repot your plant and give you lots of great advice on how to care for your orchid. There will be growing…
Co-Op Fest
Join us for Co-op Fest 2026, our third annual celebration of Buffalo's growing cooperative economy! This family-friendly event brings together local cooperatives, community members, and supporters to enjoy an afternoon filled with food, music, and meaningful…
Free Yoga Sundays at the Botanical Gardens
On select Sundays this summer, grab your mat and head to the Botanical Gardens for a free yoga session! Each week, meet instructors from local yoga studios and unwind on our front lawn. After you’ve finished stretching, we invite you to come into our…