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SUMMARY:The Buffalo Niagara Dragon Boat Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Buffalo Niagara Dragon Boat Festival\, organized by Hope Chest\, is an annual event held at Buffalo RiverWorks that celebrates community\, resilience\, and the sport of dragon boat racing. This year’s festival is scheduled for Saturday\, June 14\, 2025\, from 7:45 AM to 5:00 PM. The event features teams from various backgrounds\, including breast cancer survivors\, local corporations\, and community organizations\, competing in 350-meter races. No prior experience is necessary to participate\, as training sessions are available leading up to the event. The day kicks off with the traditional “Awakening the Dragon” ceremony\, symbolizing the re-energizing of the dragon boat spirit. Other highlights include the Carnation Ceremony\, honoring those affected by breast cancer\, and a 200-meter loop race for the top-seeded teams. \nBeyond the races\, the festival offers a variety of family-friendly activities. Attendees can enjoy a children’s area with crafts and face painting\, browse vendor booths\, participate in a basket raffle\, and shop for Hope Chest merchandise. A 50/50 raffle adds to the excitement\, with the winner announced at 1:30 PM. All proceeds from the event support Hope Chest’s mission to provide exercise\, nutrition\, and wellness programs for breast cancer survivors. The festival not only showcases the thrilling sport of dragon boat racing but also fosters a sense of community and support for those affected by breast cancer.
URL:https://bornbuffalo.com/event/the-buffalo-niagara-dragon-boat-festival/
LOCATION:Buffalo Riverworks\, Buffalo RiverWorks 359 Ganson Street Buffalo\, NY 14203\, Buffalo
CATEGORIES:Family,Fundraiser,Outdoor,Sports
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SUMMARY:Buffalo Stories: Bill & Ted’s Great Adventures
DESCRIPTION:Buffalo Stories:\nBill & Ted’s Great Adventures\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nOne Night Only!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday May 30\, 2025\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets On-Sale Date Coming Soon! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStay Tuned for Tickets!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour Buffalo Stories: Bill & Ted’s Great Adventures will include: \n\n\npre-show reception at 7:00 p.m. (cocktails and hors d’oeuvres)  \n\n\n8:00 p.m. performance \n\n\npost-show reception \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan’t make Buffalo Stories: Bill & Ted’s Great Adventures? Send them your well-wishes in the event playbill! All well-wishes must be received by Friday May 16. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSend Bill & Ted Your Tributes and Well-Wishes\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a Buffalo Stories Sponsor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuffalo Stories offers a glimpse into the lives of Buffalo’s most intriguing personalities while toasting our vibrant community and supporting Road Less Traveled Productions. The event celebrates the life of a local Buffalo icon by presenting a one-night only musical written about the guest of honor’s life. Past honorees include former Mayor Anthony Masiello\, Thurman Thomas\, Russell Salvatore\, Shelley Drake\, Robert Gioia and Maryann Saccomando Freedman. \nThe event is an annual fundraiser to benefit Road Less Traveled Productions.
URL:https://bornbuffalo.com/event/buffalo-stories-bill-teds-great-adventures/
LOCATION:Road Less Traveled Theater\, 465 Main Street\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Theater
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SUMMARY:Kentucky Derby Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Kentucky Derby Fundraiser\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an extremely enjoyable day of Vegas-style gaming as we celebrate the 2025 Kentucky Derby. There will be food\, a cash bar\, and many ways to win tickets for basket raffles and special prizes. More details will follow as the event draws closer.
URL:https://bornbuffalo.com/event/kentucky-derby-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Lancaster Opera House\, 21 Central Avenue\, Lancaster\, NY\, 14086\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T180000
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SUMMARY:Gala 2024
DESCRIPTION:Gala 2024\n\nFriday\, November 8\, 2024 \n6 pm EST \n\n\n\n\n\nInstallation view of Marisol’s The Party\, 1965–66\, in Marisol: A Retrospective. Toledo Museum of Art. Museum Purchase Fund\, by exchange\, 2005.42A-P.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented By:\n \n  \n  \nCelebrate the vibrant spirit of the 1960s at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum’s signature fall Gala\, an unforgettable party filled with merriment\, music\, and plenty of 1960s flair. The evening will highlight Marisol: A Retrospective and pay tribute to an era that produced radically creative artists and art movements that continue to inspire us today. \nEnjoy a bubbly-filled cocktail hour\, seated three-course dinner\, and desserts prepared by the extraordinary chefs at Patina 250 along with live performances that echo the exuberance of the Swinging Sixties. In keeping with the 1960s theme\, guests are encouraged to take inspiration from the highlighted exhibitions in their gala attire. From the iconic patterns and silhouettes of Marisol’s The Party to the vivid colors of the artist’s Mi Mama y Yo\, celebrate this decade of Pop at Buffalo’s most creative black-tie gala. \nMore than a night of celebration\, the Gala is an opportunity to support the Buffalo AKG Art Museum and its mission to inspire\, educate\, and enrich our community through art. Your participation and generosity support the work of bringing world- class exhibitions\, educational programs\, and community outreach initiatives to life. We look forward to sharing this glittering night of art and nostalgia with you\, and we thank you for making a lasting impact on the Buffalo AKG Art Museum. \nAll proceeds benefit artistic\, educational\, and public programming at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum.
URL:https://bornbuffalo.com/event/gala-2024/
LOCATION:Buffalo AKG Art Museum\, 1285 Elmwood Avenue\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Event,Buffalo Event,Food,Fundraiser,Live Music,Nightlife
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SUMMARY:3rd Doctors of the World with the BPO
DESCRIPTION:3rd Doctors of the World with the BPO\nBenefit Concert for Oishei Children’s Hospital \nThe BPO welcomes physicians from across the U.S. and the globe to perform side by side with the orchestra in a concert that celebrates the ongoing efforts to connect our local and international communities. This recurring event continues the meaningful collaboration between two outstanding community assets; the internationally acclaimed Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and the world-renowned John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital\, with a mission to bring the culturals to children and families in the Hospital’s care\, and demonstrate the healing power of music. \nJoAnn Falletta conducts the performance on Wed Nov 6 at 7:30pm in Kleinhans Music Hall featuring Offenbach’s Overture to Orpheus in the Underworld and Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2. \nDonations at the door of building blocks (Mega blocks or Lego sets)\, crayons\, coloring books\, or other art supplies to benefit pediatric patients are gratefully accepted\, or you may make an online gift in support of the Oishei Healing Arts Program.
URL:https://bornbuffalo.com/event/3rd-doctors-of-the-world-with-the-bpo/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buffalo Event,Family,Fundraiser,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk
DESCRIPTION:Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk\nJoin us on October 5th from 10am – 2pm for the 2024 Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk as we return to Canalside! \nWe will be back at Canalside with more food trucks\, games\, fun\, a warm up with Fitness Ability and music by Strictly Hip! \nYou can register for the event here.
URL:https://bornbuffalo.com/event/step-up-for-down-syndrome-walk/
LOCATION:Canalside\, 44 Prime St.\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buffalo Event,Family,Food,Fundraiser,Health,Outdoor,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T230000
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CREATED:20240910T134632Z
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SUMMARY:The BASH For Mercy Flight
DESCRIPTION:The BASH For Mercy Flight\nGet Tickets! \n\n\nSeptember 28 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm\n$15.00\n\n\nStarring Nerds Gone Wild\, DJ Milk\, and WNY’s Most SPECTACULAR Fireworks Show! \nSaturday\, September 28th\n7:00-11:00pm\nBuffalo Riverworks\nTickets Now on Sale!\n21 & Over\nCamo Attire Encouraged! \n**NEW TICKET STRUCTURE FOR 2024**\n \nGet Tickets!\nGENERAL ADMISSION – $15 \nIncludes:\nAdmission\nParking\nSilent Auction\, Basket Raffle\, and 50/50\nAll entertainment and activities \nVIP ADMISSION – $45 (limited tickets available) \nIncludes:\nAdmission to Nerds Nation/Lake Effect Furniture Lounge\nPrivate Area Near Stage Private Bar\nTwo-Hour Buffet\nOne Free Drink\nPrivate Restrooms\nParking\nSilent Auction\, Basket Raffle\, and 50/50\nAll Entertainment and Activities\nMeet & Greet with the Nerds \nSPONSORSHIPS\nFor sponsorship opportunities please contact: Elaine Duquette @ 716.626.5808 ext. 1358 or eduquette@mercyflight.org \nMercy Flight is an independent\, not-for-profit provider of emergency and non-emergency air and ground medical transport and supporting services; ensuring rapid\, safe and cost effective delivery of expert response teams. Established in 1981\, we have safely completed more than 31\,000 patient missions over the last 40 years. We provide around the clock care servicing all of Western New York\, Northwestern Pennsylvania\, Canada and beyond.
URL:https://bornbuffalo.com/event/the-bash-for-mercy-flight/
LOCATION:Bufffalo Riverworks\, 359 Ganson St.\, Buffalo\, 14203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buffalo Event,Fundraiser,Live Music,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T093000
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SUMMARY:Walk to End Alzheimer's
DESCRIPTION:Walk to End Alzheimer’s\nWe’re heading back to the beautiful Outer Harbor at Terminal B with 4\,000 friends\, families and supporters\, and we hope you will be one of them on September 28th! Help us #EndAlzheimer’s for someone you love. \nSign up today and start fundraising to have some fun and join the fight for Alzheimer’s first survivor! Register online at alz.org/Walk or by calling 1.800.272.3900.
URL:https://bornbuffalo.com/event/walk-to-end-alzheimers/
LOCATION:Buffalo Outer Harbor\, 825 Fuhrmann Blvd.\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buffalo Event,Family,Fundraiser,Health,Outdoor,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T140000
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CREATED:20240910T115648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T140333Z
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SUMMARY:Out of the Darkness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Out of the Darkness Walk\nJoin us at Canalside on September 21st\, 2024 for Buffalo Out of the Darkness Walk! \nThe Community Walks\, held in hundreds of cities across the country\, are the core of the Out of the Darkness movement\, which began in 2004. These events give people the courage to open up about their own connections to the cause\, and a platform to create a culture that’s smarter about mental health. Friends\, family members\, neighbors and coworkers walk side-by-side\, supporting each other and in memory of those we’ve lost. \nNow\, more than ever\, it’s important to be there for one another and take steps to safeguard our mental health and prevent suicide. \nYou can register here.
URL:https://bornbuffalo.com/event/out-of-the-darkness-walk/
LOCATION:Canalside\, 44 Prime St.\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buffalo Event,Family,Fundraiser,Health,Outdoor,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T203000
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CREATED:20240910T120606Z
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SUMMARY:Run For Rhinos 2024
DESCRIPTION:Run For Rhinos 2024\n\nSeptember 20 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm\n\n\nCelebrate the 5th annual Run for Rhinos presented by Reimer Home Services with the Buffalo Zoo to kick off World Rhino Day\, September 20th. Back this year: an in-person race that includes a race through Delaware Park and ends in the Buffalo Zoo. Your race registration includes a ticket to the Zoo on September 21. Sign up today – the race price increases on September 8! \nNew this year: Participants can help raise additional funds for the International Rhino Foundation by selecting the option for additional fundraising! Prizes will be given to the top 3 fundraisers! \nThis year\, we are raising funds for the Buffalo Zoo and the International Rhino Foundation\, a leading international rhino conservation organization. \nAll registrants will receive a race a t-shirt\, finisher medal\, a ticket to the Buffalo Zoo good for admission on Saturday\, September 21\, an afterparty with pizza and beer and race packet that can either be picked up 9/18 and 9/19. \nShare your photos on social media using the hashtag #RunForRhinos and tag the Buffalo Zoo! \nThe Run for Rhinos is brought to you by Reimer Home Services\, the Buffalo Zoo and the ProZoo Board of the Buffalo Zoo. \nPacket pickup information is available below. \n\nPacket pickup will take place September 18th and 19th from 5-7pm at the Buffalo Zoo parking lot. There will not be day-of packet pickup.\n\n\n\nSign up here: https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Buffalo/WNYRunforRhinos
URL:https://bornbuffalo.com/event/run-for-rhinos-2024/
LOCATION:Buffalo Zoo\, 300 Parkside Ave\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14214\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buffalo Event,Fundraiser,Health,Outdoor,Sports
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