Free Events in Buffalo
Warren Quigley, "Erratic"
Arts & CultureBuffalo 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… >>
It’s Time for 6x6! Virtual Art Sale Kick-off: June 1
Arts & CultureGlobal 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… >>
Deborah Stewart, "Propagation and Endurance"
Arts & CultureBuffalo 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… >>
Sensory Hour
Arts & CultureFor 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,… >>
Memory Cafe
Arts & CultureJoin 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… >>
Junior History Buffs
Arts & CultureJunior 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… >>
Children’s Book Club at Waterway of Change
Arts & CultureJoin 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… >>
A Little Building. A Big Party.
Arts & CultureSome of Buffalo’s biggest stories have been told within the walls of a remarkably small building. Join The Buffalo History Museum as we celebrate the legacy of the Pan-American era and the 25th anniversary of our stewardship of the historic Little Building housed… >>
25th Niagara Celtic Heritage Festival & Highland Games
Arts & CultureDon't miss NY's Largest Celtic Festival, Niagara Celtic! Enjoy a family-friendly weekend celebrating Irish, Scottish & Welsh pageantry. Our festival is bursting with 5 regions of food, drink, music and dancing, living history, shopping, attractions,… >>
Arts in the Barn
Arts & CultureArts in the Barn is a FREE, hidden gem annual rural arts and craft show with vendors from all over WNY. We have many forms of original and beautiful artwork, wonderful crafts of all varieties, many homemade baked and canned goods, fudge, and maple goodies.… >>