Free Events in Buffalo

Sat May 16th → Sun Jul 19th

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Butterfly Experience at the Botanical Gardens

Community

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… >>

Fri May 22nd → Sat Aug 1st

Buffalo Arts Studio

Warren Quigley, "Erratic"

Arts & Culture

Buffalo Arts Studio is excited to present “Erratic” by artist Warren Quigley, an installation of 37 wooden spheres of varying scales on view from May 22 through August 1, 2026. An opening reception will be held on Friday, May 22, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm… >>

Sat May 23rd → Sat Jul 18th

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Butterfly Release at the Botanical Gardens

Community

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… >>

Mon Jun 1st → Sat Jul 25th

Rochester Contemporary Art Center Rochester, NY

It’s Time for 6x6! Virtual Art Sale Kick-off: June 1

Arts & Culture

Global Online Preview & Auction for Early Buyer Positions Begins: May 8 at 10am In Gallery Preview: May 29, 30, 31 Virtual Art Sale Kick-Off: June 1, 10am *access code needed to buy artworks* General Online Purchasing Begins: June 3 at 10am *no access… >>

Fri Jun 19th → Fri Sep 18th

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 Jun 26th → Sat Aug 1st

Buffalo Arts Studio

Deborah Stewart, "Propagation and Endurance"

Arts & Culture

Buffalo Arts Studio is excited to present “Propagation and Endurance,” a new body of work by ceramic artist and sculptor Deborah Stewart that highlights the strength in fragility through clay and metal seed pod ceramic sculptures. The exhibition is on… >>

Sun Jun 28th → Sun Aug 30th

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Free Yoga Sundays at the Botanical Gardens

Community

  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… >>

Sun Jul 5th → Sun Sep 27th

Waterway of Change | Longshed Building at Canalside

Sensory Hour

Arts & Culture

For visitors with sensory sensitivities or anyone who prefers a calmer museum experience, the Waterway of Change exhibit is offering a Sensory Hour every Sunday from 11am-12pm with limited crowd size, muted audio components and dimmed lighting. Additionally,… >>

Mon Jul 13th

Buffalo River Grove

FREE Live Music at the Buffalo River Grove Picnic & Event Center

Music & Nightlife

FREE LIVE MUSIC • COLD DRINKS • GREAT FOOD • NO COVER CHARGE!  Why spend a fortune on a night out when you can enjoy an evening of live music, great food, cold drinks, cash bar, and good company at our Free Music Events at Buffalo River Grove Picnic… >>

Tue Jul 14th

The Buffalo History Museum

Memory Cafe

Arts & Culture

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… >>

Fri Jul 17th

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… >>

Fri Jul 17th

1025 Borden Road, Depew, NY 14043

Summer Celebration: Chicken BBQ and Concert

Community

☀️ 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… >>

Sun Jul 19th

Buffalo River Grove

FREE LIVE MUSIC SUNDAY - STEEL HORSE

Live Performances

JUST ANNOUNCED People always say there’s nothing to do on a Sunday…We’re fixing that STEEL HORSE is bringing the energy to Buffalo River Grove for a FREE Classic Rock concert you won’t want to miss. ️Sunday, July 19 Doors Open: 2:00 PM Music: 3:00–6:30… >>

Mon Jul 20th

Buffalo River Grove

FREE Live Music at the Buffalo River Grove Picnic & Event Center

Live Performances

FREE LIVE MUSIC • COLD DRINKS • GREAT FOOD • NO COVER CHARGE!  Why spend a fortune on a night out when you can enjoy an evening of live music, great food, cold drinks, cash bar, and good company at our Free Music Events at Buffalo River Grove Picnic… >>

Wed Jul 22nd

Buffalo & Erie County Public Library

Free Community Screening: No Place to Grow Old + Panel Discussion

Community

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… >>

Sat Jul 25th

Lafayette Square

22nd Annual Queen City Jazz Festival

Live Performances

Kahlil Kwame Bell and Special EFX with Chieli Minucci will headline the festival with opening performances from RNSM Band, Gaubaza Band, and Sehrea N'Dayu & The Enchanted Sounds. FREE TO THE PUBLIC. Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. Parking is… >>

Sat Jul 25th

Waterway of Change | Longshed Building at Canalside

Children’s Book Club at Waterway of Change

Arts & Culture

Join The Buffalo History Museum to welcome Lily Fisher, a young author, to the Waterway of Change exhibit located at Canalside’s Longshed building. Explore the process of writing a book while creating a make-and-take activity. We look forward to seeing… >>

Mon Jul 27th

Buffalo River Grove

FREE Live Music at the Buffalo River Grove Picnic & Event Center

Music & Nightlife

FREE LIVE MUSIC • COLD DRINKS • GREAT FOOD • NO COVER CHARGE!  Why spend a fortune on a night out when you can enjoy an evening of live music, great food, cold drinks, cash bar, and good company at our Free Music Events at Buffalo River Grove Picnic… >>

Thu Jul 30th

The Shores Waterfront Restaurant

GiGi’s Summer at the Shore

Community

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… >>

Fri Jul 31st → Sun Aug 2nd

St. John Maron Church

Lebanese Festival

Community

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. … >>