This Week in Buffalo, NY

Herb Container Garden Workshop at the Botanical Gardens

Join us in preparing for summer by planting your very own Herb Container Garden. During this hands-on workshop, plant your very own beautiful herb container garden while discussing some of the many uses these plants have. Learn how to properly harvest your herbs and some fun recipes too! All materials… >>

Hit the Lights & Major League

Cabaret Nights Buffalo | A Luxury Masquerade & Burlesque Dinner Show

Cabaret Nights Buffalo: a luxury masquerade burlesque dinner show this May featuring live entertainment, dining, and immersive nightlife.

AVATAR: DON'T GO IN THE FOREST

AAPI Trailblazer Exhibit: Celebration of Asian Talents!

AAPI Trailblazer Exhibit: Celebration of Asian Talents!

Celebrate Spring

Celebrate the season with an unforgettable evening of music in The Buffalo History Museum’s State Court, featuring our extraordinary 125-year-old Steinway piano. This special concert, inspired by the theme “Celebrate Spring,” brings together timeless works for solo piano alongside evocative songs from… >>

Orthodox

After Dark Presents Orthodox with special guests Wasted Space, 9MM Mouthwash, Monomaniac Age Restriction: 16+ Admitted with ID / Under 16 Admitted with Parent or Legal Guardian / No One Under 12 Admitted

ISA Niagara Frontier Section TECH EXPO 2026

Sponsored by The Exhibitors and The Niagara Frontier Section of the ISA are proud to announce the 58th annual trade show!

INOHA

Art Meets Jazz: A Night of Beatles and Jazz! Back by Popular Demand!

Join us for a truly unique night as Art Meets Jazz presents a brand new side project by the innovative jazz bassist, Nate Kalnitz.

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 prizes will be awarded for the winners! Maximum of… >>

Embroidery 101 Workshop: Textile Art Series at the Botanical Gardens

Begin your embroidery practice with an overview of the materials, setup, and basic stitches that are integral to almost every project you will undertake. Your instructor will guide you step by step through the creation of a colorful sampler—designed with space for you to finish at home while reinforcing… >>

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 prizes will be awarded for the winners! Maximum of… >>

USS

USS - Ubiquitous Synergy Seeker are an alternative rock musical duo from Toronto, Canada. It is composed of vocalist and guitarist Ashley Buchholz (aka Ash Boo-Schultz) and turntablist/hype man Jason "Human Kebab" Parsons.

Timothy James Allen Solo

Timothy James Allen - electric guitar, electronics Guitarist Timothy James Allen is known equally as a supportive side man who's toured with multiple world renowned acts as well as a solo artist; he has released 3 cinematic instrumental albums under Timothy James and scored a feature film (Suono dell… >>

Private Events Open House at the Botanical Gardens

Are you or someone in your life in the early stages of wedding planning? Or looking for the perfect venue for your 2027 event? Visit the Botanical Gardens on May 22 to explore our tropical conservatory and learn more about our exciting new event packages coming next year! Meet the members of our events… >>

Rachel Shelton, "Slow Looking" Opening Reception

Buffalo Arts Studio is thrilled to present “Slow Looking,” a new body of work by Rachel Shelton that challenges the negativity so often associated with decay, uncertainty, and precarity. Featuring a series of monotypes, etchings, collagraphs, and screenprints of rock forms, the exhibition is on view… >>

Warren Quigley, "Erratic" Opening Reception

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 as part of M&T Fourth Friday at Tri-Main. “Erratic”… >>

Fundraiser Plant Sale

Brighten your garden while benefiting wildlife during Hawk Creek Wildlife Center’s annual Fundraiser Plant Sale! Gardeners will be tickled pink to take advantage of the great selection of beautiful perennials & annuals for sale at affordable prices.  Proceeds benefit the nonprofit mission and animals… >>

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 up close and personal with a kaleidoscope of butterflies… >>

Rachel Shelton, "Slow Looking"

Buffalo Arts Studio is thrilled to present “Slow Looking,” a new body of work by Rachel Shelton that challenges the negativity so often associated with decay, uncertainty, and precarity. Featuring a series of monotypes, etchings, collagraphs, and screenprints of rock forms, the exhibition is on view… >>

Warren Quigley, "Erratic"

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 as part of M&T Fourth Friday at Tri-Main. “Erratic”… >>