Things To Do in Buffalo, NY
Upcoming events, festivals & things to do near you.
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 will be held on Friday, February 27, from 5:00 to… >>
Mythical Terrariums: Kids Workshop at the Botanical Gardens
Create your own miniature magical world in this fun workshop for kids! This workshop includes all materials needed to build a tropical terrarium complete with mythical dragons and unicorns. Kids will learn about how terrariums work, how to create an enclosed ecosystem, how to care for their tropical… >>
Spring Flower Exhibit at the Botanical Gardens
There’s no better time at the Botanical Gardens than spring! The brilliantly colorful blooms of our annual Spring Flower Exhibit are sure to put a smile on your face. Experience fragrant hyacinths, vibrant daffodils, colorful tulips, and even more of your favorite seasonal flowers. With over 30,000… >>
Sips, Suds and Sweets
The annual Sips, Suds & Sweets fundraiser to benefit Senior Wishes will be held on Thursday, April 16,2026, at our new location at Cloverbank Country Club in Hamburg, NY. This event brings together over 350 business leaders, community members, and donors who believe in our mission to serve seniorsthrough… >>
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 medium and varied sized pots for sale. Prices will… >>
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 Garrison, and U.S. presidents, and his lasting… >>
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 join us in-person for the good camraderie and conversation,… >>
Spring Linocut Workshop at the Botanical Gardens
Step into the world of printmaking with our Spring Linocut Workshop designed especially for beginners! This welcoming, hands-on workshop will introduce you to the basics of linocut printmaking, guiding you through each step of the process to create your own beautiful prints. This session will guide… >>
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 April 18, 2026. For its fifth anniversary, this highly… >>
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