Things To Do in Buffalo, NY
Upcoming events, festivals & things to do near you.
Botanical Bash at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens
Our Botanical Bash is off to the races! Grab your hats and hold your horses as we celebrate our Botanical Gardens—Kentucky Derby Style! Sip on handcrafted cocktails while you bid on exciting auction items to raise funds for the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens. Tickets include an open bar,… >>
Storytime at the Botanical Gardens
Stop by our Playspace on select Saturdays for an educator-led Storytime featuring nature-themed books and props. Each session features different books designed to stimulate young minds and deepen the connection between people and plants. This program will take place indoors and is recommended for Early… >>
Aperture / Afterimage
A new original audiovisual installation experience curated by Buffalo-based artist collective Groupwork and part of the in.sight series, an ongoing investigation into technology-mediated expression and embodied systems of code, light, sound, and space. Aperture / Afterimage continues Groupwork’s ongoing… >>
Beautiful Bouquet: Paper Quilling Workshop
Create a bouquet that never wilts! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the art of paper quilling: rolling, shaping, and assembling colorful paper strips into elegant floral designs. With step by step guidance, you’ll craft a custom bouquet of quilled flowers, choosing your own colors, styles, and… >>
Frame Loom Weaving Workshop: Textile Art Series at the Botanical Gardens
Discover an ancient craft that has become increasingly popular among contemporary artists and hobbyists. In this workshop, you will learn how to set-up a frame loom, weave, change the color of your yarn, create patterns, and add texture to your weaving. The Frame Loom Weaving Workshop and the rest of… >>
Mother's Day Floral Arrangement Workshop at the Botanical Gardens
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a beautiful, hands-on experience! Whether you’re bringing your mom, gifting the workshop to someone special, or creating a unique display from the heart, this floral arrangement class is the perfect way to mark the occasion. In this fun and relaxing workshop, you’ll learn… >>
Dancers Workshop
Dancers Workshop Directed by Lauren Guarna as part of our Student Directed Series May 7 - 9, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. May 9, 2026 at 2 p.m. UB Katharine Cornell Theatre Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/search?q=dancers+workshop+katharine+cornell+theatre $25 Adults | $20 Seniors/Veterans/UB Employees… >>
Mother's Day Craft & Vendor Fair
For our 2026 season, we will be holding our 8th Annual Mother's Day Vendor Market on 5/9/26 at the Polish Falcons in Depew.
Dance Senior Showcase
Dance Senior Showcase Directed by Grace Rezin and Adriana Vetcha as part of our Student Directed Series May 10, 2026 at 4 p.m. UB Katharine Cornell Theatre Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/000062E898C342D4 $25 Adults | $20 Seniors/Veterans/UB Employees $15 Students/Children | $10 UB Students… >>
One Stop Mom Shop at the Botanical Gardens
Our One Stop Mom Shop is back and better than ever! This year, we’re hosting an entire weekend of festivities to give you more time to enjoy your time together. Now you can choose to celebrate Mom on Saturday or on actual Mother’s Day! Shop with local artists and vendors, sip on a Mom-osa, and pick… >>