Born Buffalo

CHALKFEST 2023 (AUTUMN)
2023-10-08 12:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Bufffalo Riverworks, 359 Ganson St., Buffalo, 14203, United States
CHALKFEST 2023 (AUTUMN)
The theme for this autumn will be: October! Get creative with that in any way you choose! The dates are a holiday weekend SUNDAY and MONDAY October 8th and 9th!
ChalkFest Buffalo! is a free annual event in the heart of Downtown Buffalo. For years it was hosted by the 500 Block of Main Street Association, and we are forever grateful to them for helping us make this dream a reality. In 2018 we almost were not able to continue the event. But the folks at Buffalo RiverWorks heard about our troubles and offered to step in and not only save the Chalkfest, but add to it in some amazing ways!
The event will be both inside and outside of the GLF grain silos at Buffalo RiverWorks! Outside on the blacktop artists will be able to draw their creations then ZIP LINE over top of them or see them from the top of the Ferris Wheel!
Inside the grain elevators & silos gives artists a smooth concrete canvas that is protected from the elements of weather. It also gives artists the ability to draw not just on the ground, but on the walls of the historic silos. This is not just a unique opportunity for artists, but a uniquely Buffalo opportunity as the historic grain elevators were invented here and have largely gone abandoned for the past few decades.
Artists inside will be chosen by the following criteria:
1) Expertise level (higher increases your chances)
2) Returning artists (we want to support artists who have supported our festival in the past
3) Order of signing up (sooner is better). Also, we will send a confirmation email that artists must respond to. If you do not respond your inside spot will be given away.
ChalkFest Buffalo! not only provides a variety of activities for adults and children but also gives local artists the chance to win cash prizes and show off their gallery worthy artwork. Please check each event but many will also have an affordable vendor / artisan market for people to sell crafts and art.
Hope to see you there!!

TOTALLY SWEET BUFFALO FALL-I-DAY SHOP LOCAL EVENT
2023-10-09 10:00 - 17:00 | Bufffalo Riverworks, 359 Ganson St., Buffalo, 14203, United States
TOTALLY SWEET BUFFALO FALL-I-DAY SHOP LOCAL EVENT
Fall-i-Day has changed locations and will be held at Buffalo Riverworks on Monday, October 9th from 10am to 5pm!
The event, in conjunction with Chalk Fest, will feature dozens of local artisans selling their Buffalo-inspired merchandise.
Buddy’s Second Chance Rescue, City of Buffalo Animal Shelter, 7 Hearts Maternity Rescue, Hamburg Mutts and Rescue Buffalo will also be joining us outside to help their adoptable dogs find forever homes!
Join us on this holiday Monday and support local!!
There is no charge to enter the event!

SUNSQUABI
2023-10-08 20:00 | Buffalo Iron Works, 49 Illinois St, Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
MNM Presents &
Twenty6 Productions
SunSquabi
Sunday October 8th
Buffalo Iron Works
Doors/Show 8pm 18+
SunSquabi
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instagram.com/sunsquabi
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There’s a place, deep in the cosmos, where jam bands and electronic dance music intersect with rhythm-driven funk. You’ll feel like you’re floating here but not lost completely to the atmospheric elements. Instead, you’re tethered to an avant-garde spaceship with Colorado-based SunSquabi on the frequency. This cosmic wonderland is a melting pot of a variety of musical genres and it represents the future of music.
A three-piece suit – SunSquabi has been catching the eyes and ears of music fans around the world with their ever-evolving sound in the studio and on the live stage. SunSquabi has gained national attention for their unique way of producing music. The band’s live show can be described as an ‘Electronic Hydro Funk Experience’ that is different every single time out. SunSquabi continues to break down and analyze the expectations of what a “Live-Electronic” band should be.
Hosted by
mnmpresents.com
twenty6productions.com

CUPCAKKE
2023-10-08 19:00 | Town Ballroom, 681 Main St., Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Concert Crave Presents
CupcaKke
Ages 18+
Government Issued ID Required

Katt Williams The Dark Matter Tour
2023-10-07 19:00 | KeyBank Center, 1 Seymour H Knox III Plaza, Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
KATT WILLIAMS: THE DARK MATTER TOUR COMING TO BUFFALO ON OCTOBER 7
General on-sale begins Friday, June 16 at 11 a.m. local time on Ticketmaster.com
BUFFALO, N.Y. (June 9, 2023) – Comedy legend and Emmy® Award-winning actor, Katt Williams, announces THE DARK MATTER TOUR is coming to Buffalo. Produced by North American Entertainment Group, this highly anticipated tour will be hitting KeyBank Center on Oct. 7, promising a night of unparalleled comedy that breaks through boundaries and challenges the status quo.
Tickets are available for pre-sale starting Wednesday, June 14 at 10 a.m. local time. General on sale begins Friday, June 16 at 11 a.m. local time at Ticketmaster.com.
THE DARK MATTER TOUR DETAILS:
Date: Saturday, October 7, 2023
Venue: KeyBank Center, 1 Seymour H Knox III Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14203
Purchase: Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com, KeyBank Center Box Office, or by phone at 716-855-4100
ABOUT KATT WILLIAMS:
With a career spanning over 20 years, Katt Williams has earned a worldwide reputation as one of today’s top entertainers, having developed a career seeded with thousands of sold-out arenas, an expansive list of starring roles on the small screen and memorable performances in major box office hits. Since performing his first stand-up show as a teenager, Williams has been taking the comedy world by storm. He quickly developed a unique style of standup that combines articulate and sharp dialogue, rooted in conversations reflecting the American political landscape. By 1999, he had cultivated a loyal fan base and was performing on some of the most notable comedy stages across the nation.
In 2002, Williams made his onscreen debut as a guest star on “NYPD Blue” and subsequently landed his first feature film role as Money Mike in “Friday After Next.” His extensive filmography includes notable roles in “Father Figures,” “Norbit,” “Scary Movie V,” “Epic Movie,” “Bastards,” “The House Next Door: Meet the Blacks 2,” “Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore,” “The Boondocks,” “Wild ‘n Out,” and a guest role in the critically acclaimed series “Atlanta,” which earned him a Primetime Emmy® Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series. Celebrated for his brilliance and ingenuity on stage, Williams is also known for his critically acclaimed standup specials, including “The Pimp Chronicles,” “It’s Pimpin’ Pimpin’,” “Katt Williams: Pimpadelic,” “American Hustle,” “Priceless: Afterlife,” “Kattpacalypse,” “Katt Williams: Great America,” and most recently, “Katt Williams: World War III,” on Netflix.
FOLLOW KATT WILLIAMS:
Facebook @KattWilliams | Instagram @kattwilliams

ORGAN FAIRCHILD ALBUM RELEASE PARTY
2023-10-07 19:00 | Buffalo Iron Works, 49 Illinois St, Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Organ Fairchild Album Release Party! With a special opening set from Wild Knights take place at Buffalo Iron Works – Saturday October 7th, 2023!
Organ Fairchild
“An incredibly hot new Buffalo band” – The Buffalo NewsA musical party that won’t quit. Take your old-school organ trio, add dance-heavy grooves and adventurous jamming and enjoy all night! Joe Bellanti (organ), Corey Kertzie (drums), Dave Ruch (guitar)
Buffalo Iron Works
49 Illinois St Buffalo, NY 14203
Tickets: $15 ADV/$20 DOS
Doors: 7:00pm
Show: 8:00pm
Ages: 18+

Linocut Leaves
2023-10-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526, United States
Linocut Leaves
On-site at the Botanical Gardens in the Administration Building
October 7, 2-4pm
$45/Person
$40.50/Member
Explore linocut printmaking! Use carving tools to create your own unique linoleum print block and artwork. Discover this century old process while drawing inspiration from the beautiful plant collection. Participants will be guided through the entire process of sketching, carving, and printing. All supplies are included.
October 7
Registration closes October 4
Class Information and Procedures
Meet your instructor!
Liz Gatto
Liz Gatto is a new face at the Botanical Gardens, joining our team in April of 2023 as our Educator and Program Coordinator. Liz graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Art History with Museum Studies from Niagara University. She is passionate about museum education and is excited to bring her creativity to the gardens. Her special interests include Botanical Illustration, Impressionism, and the history of Land Art. Prior to joining the Botanical Gardens’ team, Liz worked in the department of Art and Family Programs for several years at Artpark in Lewiston, NY and has interned with multiple galleries including the Buffalo AKG Art Museum. Liz is also an artist herself, her love for botany and nature shines through her personal artwork. She is very much looking forward to getting the public inspired by the gardens and offering creative workshops. In her spare time Liz enjoys drawing, painting, traveling, drinking coffee, visiting museums, and taking care of her many houseplants!

Fall Gardening
2023-10-07 10:30 - 11:30 | Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526, United States
Fall Gardening
On-site at the Botanical Gardens-in the Administration Building
October 7, 10:30am-11:30am
$25 per Person
$22.50 per Member
Pre-registration required – Registration Closes October 4
Believe it or not, fall is the best time of year to prepare your garden for the spring planting season! In this class, learn best practices for cleaning up your garden beds, amending your soil, planning and planting bulbs for spring and more. You’ll be ready to set up your garden for a successful spring!
“David is an amazing instructor and his courses are filled with useful information and instruction on how to practically apply it. His courses have helped me to fill in the gaps that can’t be learned through online research and enabled me to really step up my gardening game! I look forward to continuing the horticulture series with him.” – Amanda E.
Meet your instructor, David Clark!
David Clark has created and taught the wildly popular 7-level Horticulture Classes at The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens for 10 years. He is a Certified Nursery and Landscape Professional (CNLP), through the New York State Landscaping Association, and PLANT Western New York. An avid gardener, David has a degree in Floriculture from S.U.N.Y Cobleskill with over 30 years’ experience in the professional ornamental horticulture industry.
A nationally recognized garden speaker, David has given presentations locally for Lockwood’s Greenhouses in Hamburg, NY; Urban Roots Community Garden Center, Grass Roots Gardens and Massachusetts Avenue Project in Buffalo, NY; Cornell Cooperative Master Gardeners of Erie, Allegany & Cattaraugus Counties; The New York State Federated 8th District Garden Clubs; and the Erie County Pennsylvania Western Division Garden Clubs Judges Council. Along with being a visiting horticulture instructor at Phipps Conservatory in Pittsburgh, PA, he has spoken at events across the United States and Canada including Bradford Pennsylvania’s ‘Betty Jane Monjar Landscape and Garden Symposium, the West Coast’s largest Spring Garden Show in Costa Mesa, California, and the Northeast Floral Expo in Groton, Connecticut. David Clark is featured in Television segments, YouTube videos, the National Garden Festival and Buffalo Garden Walk websites, the Buffalo News, The Upstate Gardeners Journal, and the Buffalo, NY “Spree Magazine”. He is a regular contributor to the Buffalo-NiagaraGardening.com online magazine and the #GardenChatter online gardening site. David has been interviewed for gardening podcasts originating in Toronto, Canada, Portland, Oregon, and New York City.
David specializes in orchids and carnivorous plants. He is always learning new techniques; and loves to teach people things he is really good at!

Feed The Fish!
2023-09-30 09:30 | Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526, United States
Feed the Fish
Gardens Exclusive
9:30am, Select Dates
Adults & Students ages 13 and up – $20.00 Admission is included!
Kids ages 3-12 – $15.00 Admission is included!
Kids 2 and under free but must have a ticket
Member discount does not apply for this special event
Get up close and personal with our family of koi fish with this unique Gardens Exclusive! Enjoy early access to the Botanical Gardens before we open to the public with a special learning experience that’s fun for all ages. Each participant receives a cup of koi fish food and time to help feed our fishy friends! Regular admission for the day is included, so you can explore the conservatory after the feeding! This special encounter is limited to 15 people per experience. All tickets must be purchased ahead of time online. Every person must have a ticket! Member discounts, promotional discounts, and guest passes do not apply.
Masks -Masks are not required at the Buffalo Botanical Gardens. Please be considerate of others’ health and safety when visiting the Botanical Gardens. Keep your distance from others, stay home if you are sick and wear a mask if it makes you feel most comfortable.
Thank you for helping us create the safest environment possible!

GRABBITZ Live
2023-10-06 20:00 | Town Ballroom, 681 Main St., Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
MNM Presents
Grabbitz
The Live Experience
with Covex
Ages 18+
Government Issued ID required

THE EVIL BUFFALO EXPERIENCE
2023-10-06 18:00 - 20:30 | Bufffalo Riverworks, 359 Ganson St., Buffalo, 14203, United States
THE EVIL BUFFALO EXPERIENCE
Buffalo’s Horrific History
We’ve collected Buffalo’s eight most notorious examples of murder, mystery and mayhem for you to enjoy this Halloween season. These eight amazing stories are brought to life on a lantern-lit tour inside an abandoned grain silo. Each story is graphically depicted in a huge chalk mural inside the silo.
The Evil Stories
Costumed guides will bring to life the deadly and amazing stories spanning more than 350 years of local history during this 50 minute indoor walking tour. The stories are graphically depicted by giant chalk hand drawn murals created by a local artist exclusively for this event.
Stories include:
A local Jack the Ripper Suspect
When Buffalo was burned to the ground
A Ouija Board love-triangle topless model murder
Plus many others!
Tours
Tours are offered at the massive abandoned grain silo located at RiverWorks on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays in late September and throughout October at various times. Tours are $25 per person and must be purchased in advance on line as capacity is limited!

Fall Floral Arrangement
2023-10-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526, United States
Fall Floral Arrangement
Make-It, Take-It Workshop
On site at the Botanical Gardens- in the Administration Building
October 5
6-7pm
$65/Person
$58.50/Member
Create a beautiful autumnal arrangement to celebrate the highlights of the season during this floral design workshop. Fresh materials and design bowl are provided. Bring hand clippers and a box for transporting your arrangement. This onsite class will be held on the Botanical Gardens campus. *Flowers will vary based on availability.
Registration Closes October 2
Class Information and Procedures
Meet your instructor!
Andrea Masterson is a Horticulturist and Collections Manager here at the Botanical Gardens. After growing up locally in East Aurora, NY, Andrea went on to continue her education at Finger Lakes Community College and graduated with an Associates in Applied Science in Fish and Wildlife Technology. After that, Andrea transferred to the University at Buffalo, SUNY and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies. Prior to her position here, she worked as a landscaper and groundskeeper for a private venue for 5 years. Andrea has a strong passion for gardening, specifically with perennial and cut flower gardens, and likes to spend her free time with her husband, two dogs and two donkeys.

WELLNESS WALKS
2023-10-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Tifft Nature Preserve, 1200 Fuhrmann Boulevard, Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
WELLNESS WALKS PRESENTED BY INDEPENDENT HEALTH
OCTOBER 5 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Drop by Tifft Nature Preserve every Thursday and join us for a casual volunteer-led tour of the Preserve.
Presented by Independent Health.
Age: All ages
Cost: FREE. $3 donation per person requested.
Please call 716-825-6397 to confirm walk will be taking place.

Stevie Nicks
2023-10-04 19:00 | KeyBank Center, 1 Seymour H Knox III Plaza, Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Stevie Nicks
LEGENDARY SINGER, SONGWRITER AND STORYTELLER
STEVIE NICKS ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL DATES TO 2023 TOUR
CIL will be opening for Stevie Nicks
Esteemed Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Stevie Nicks will keep the momentum of her wildly successful 2023 tour going by adding thirteen additional performances to her Live In Concert tour. Produced by Live Nation, the second leg starts Tuesday, August 8 at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, making stops in Austin, New York, Detroit, San Diego, and more before wrapping up on Tuesday, December 5 at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert.
Joining Stevie Nicks on her tour will be CIL. Hailing from Fort Collins, CO, 20-year old Pop/R&B singer-songwriter CIL is an artist well beyond her years. Having moved to Los Angeles by herself at the age of 18 to pursue a career in music, CIL has never been afraid to live her life the way she sees fit – even when it’s resulted in hurt and heartbreak for her. Unashamedly writing her life’s most raw and vulnerable experiences into her songs, CIL’s material and influence has led her to creating an authentic sound that lives between Pop and Soul music. Having spent the last year and a half developing her sound and her purpose as an artist, CIL is more clear than ever and prepped with a plethora of records ready to release. Now set to put out her debut single “One More Shot” on October 5th in the midst of viral success on TikTok, CIL is ready to spread her music and message to the masses.
STEVIE NICKS 2023 TOUR DATES:
Tue May 16 – Knoxville, TN – Thompson-Boling Arena
Mon May 22 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena
Thu May 25 – Orlando, FL – Amway Center
Tue Jun 20 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena
Fri Jun 23 – Chicago, IL – United Center
Tue Jun 27 – Louisville, KY – KFC Yum! Center
Tue Aug 08 — Milwaukee, WI — Fiserv Forum
Sat Aug 12 — Houston, TX — Toyota Center
Tue Aug 15 — Austin, TX — Moody Center
Wed Sep 27 — Pittsburgh, PA — PPG Paints Arena
Sun Oct 01 — New York, NY — Madison Square Garden
Wed Oct 04 — Buffalo, NY — KeyBank Center
Sat Oct 28 — Memphis, TN — FedExForum
Wed Nov 01 — Savannah, GA — Enmarket Arena
Sat Nov 04 — Allentown, PA — PPL Center ^
Tue Nov 07 — Detroit, MI — Little Caesars Arena
Wed Nov 29 — San Diego, CA — Viejas Arena
Sat Dec 02 — Inglewood, CA — The Kia Forum
Tue Dec 05 — Palm Desert, CA — Acrisure Arena
Tue Dec 12 – Sacramento, CA – Golden 1 Center
Fri Dec 15 – San Francisco, CA – Chase Center
About Live Nation Entertainment
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Sponsorship. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.

Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour
2023-10-03 18:00 | Shea’s Buffalo Theatre, 646 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States
Blippi is coming to your city for the ultimate curiosity adventure in Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour! So, come on! Dance, sing, and learn with Blippi and special guest Meekah as they discover what makes different cities unique and special. Will there be monster trucks, excavators, and garbage trucks galore? You bet! So get ready to shake those wiggles out and OJ Twist your way through this brand-new musical party!

Photography Days!
2023-10-03 16:00 - 19:00 | Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526, United States
Photography Days!
Take your posed photography at the Botanical Gardens for a discounted rate!
4-7pm
$20 per person (ages 3 and up)
FREE for Members and children under 2
Guest Passes not valid for Photography Days
Scroll below to reserve!
Make your reservation today! Bring along your favorite photographer and join us for Photography Days to get the most out of your photo experience at the Botanical Gardens! We are opening up the Botanical Gardens for the public to take family photos, engagement shoots, senior portraits, maternity photos, baby photos or photos of any special occasion at a reduced rate.
Our Photography Policy (below) will apply during your reservation. Please keep in mind that Photography Days provide a shared space and you must be respectful of other guests.
KEEP IN MIND! As the sun begins to set in the fall and winter, the Botanical Gardens conservatory will also lose daylight as we are an open glass greenhouse. We will be providing our house lights to create a lovely experience during sunset, but please keep this in mind as both a photographer or model as you may need to utilize different camera settings.
If you would like to take posed photography outside of these days and times, a Photography rental reservation is required. To inquire, please contact events@buffalogardens.com.
Photography Policy:
Pets are not permitted.
Furniture and large props are not permitted.
We do not allow drone photography inside.
The Botanical Gardens’ plants, arrangements, exhibits, benches, chairs, tables, signage etc. are not to be moved, walked on, or disturbed in any way. Any destruction will be at the cost of the guest.
If your party is late for your reservation, you will be held to the remaining time of your reservation or you can reschedule for a full session.
No alcoholic beverages are allowed in the facility. We reserve the right to ask anyone who appears to be intoxicated to leave without a refund.
Some exhibits or special events may be taking place on the day of your reservation; therefore, some rooms may be unavailable or altered.

BUMPIN UGLIES W/ HOWI SPANGLER
2023-10-01 19:00 | Buffalo Iron Works, 49 Illinois St, Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Bumpin Uglies with Howi Spangler perform live at Buffalo Iron Works on Friday December 1st, 2023!
Bumpin Uglies
Bumpin Uglies knows all about hustle. The Maryland reggae-rock band had spent more than a decade on the road, starting with local open mics and backyard parties and growing into road warriors, building an ever-expanding audience with sold-out shows in clubs and prime spots at festivals from coast to coast, on one national tour after another. Then the pandemic hit, and touring shut down.
After being in motion for so long, singer and lead guitarist Brandon Hardesty wasn’t about to sit still, even if he couldn’t be out on tour.In fact, Bumpin Uglies never really stopped working — they adapted. The group returned to playing backyard parties around Annapolis, where they’re based, and added socially distanced concerts and full-band livestreams. In the fall of 2020, they also started releasing a new song every month as part of a project called the Never Ending Drop.
“We felt like prospectors going out and trying to find gold— it was just uncharted territory,” Hardesty says. “We had to figure out a way to make a living. That’s kind of what being a musician during Covid has felt like to me. You can do it, but you have to be bold.”
Hardesty has been bold from the start. He was waiting tables when he started the band in his early 20s. With an ear for melodies and the determination to succeed, he poured his time and energy into making Bumpin Uglies a success. For years, the band did just about everything themselves, from booking shows to releasing their own albums, building a sense of momentum along the way that eventually became self-sustaining, and then Hardesty wasn’t waiting tables anymore.
No surprise, then, that a musician with his strong work ethic found a way to take maximum advantage of the sudden surplus of time at home. For one thing, he got to hang out with his toddler son, and he and his wife welcomed a new baby. He also wrote a ton of songs. For the first time, Hardesty approached songwriting as a discipline, dedicating time to working on new music rather than waiting for inspiration to strike and then jotting down ideas in the back of the Bumpin Uglies van on his way from one gig to the next.
“I just woke up every morning and I made a pot of coffee, and I had this running list of ideas in my phone for hooks and riffs and progressions,” he says. “I sat down every day and made myself write a song, and85 percent of them were pretty good. And it was awesome. I really, really enjoyed the process.”
The result is the band’s seventh studio album, Mid-Atlantic Dub, which they recorded in2021 and plan to release this fall. After showing the breadth of Bumpin Uglies’ influences on the Never Ending Drop, from folk to classic country to hip-hop, Mid-Atlantic Dub brings the group —also featuring Dave Wolf on bass and vocals, Ethan Lichtenberger on keyboards and TJ Haslett on drums — back to the core of what they do.
“It’s very groove-focused,” Hardesty says. “It’s very hooky, very vibey. It’s very accessible, but there was no compromise on the storytelling or the lyricism.”
In fact, Hardesty had a lot on his mind while working songs for Mid-Atlantic Dub. He had recently lost his own father while he was stepping into being a dad himself and letting go of the vestiges of childhood, all during the uncertainty of a global pandemic. It’s all there on “Slow Burn,” featuring Jacob Hemphill from SOJA.“Before the oak you got the sapling and the seed / Before you triumph you will swallow a defeat,” Hardesty sings over unhurried upstroke guitars and a beat laid back into a deep pocket.
“I was doing a lot of growing up during Covid,” he says. “It was very much like a survival thing, and when you’re in that kind of mode, it forces you to cut a lot of bullshit out of your life.”
What’s left, in Hardesty’s songwriting as in his daily life, is what’s real, and what’s real stands a solid chance of connecting with an audience that appreciates openhearted lyrics paired with a tight reggae-rock vibe.
“For me, it’s just all about honesty,” Hardesty says.“That’s what I listen for when I’m listening to music. I want to feel like whatever the author’s saying is honest.”
Buffalo Iron Works
49 Illinois St, Buffalo, NY 14203
Tickets: $20 ADV/$22 DOS
Doors: 7:00pm
Show: 8:00pm

BILLY TALENT
2023-10-01 19:00 | Town Ballroom, 681 Main St., Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Funtime & After Dark Present
Billy Talent
Ages 12+, Minors under 16 must be accompanied by a parent
Government Issued ID Required

2023 NATIONAL BUFFALO WING FESTIVAL
2023-09-03 12:00 - 19:00, 2023-09-02 12:00 - 21:00 | Highmark Stadium, 1 Bills Dr, Orchard Park, 14127, United States
The National Buffalo Wing Festival celebrates the “Chicken Wing”, known nationally as “Buffalo Wings”, which have become a national food icon. Invented in 1964 at the world-famous Anchor Bar by Teresa Bellissimo, Buffalo, NY has become the official “Home of the BuffaloWing”. The popularity of the chicken wing has made it America’s #1 appetizer. Last year alone over 13.5 billion wings were consumed by Americans, 1.3 billion on Super Bowl Weekend alone.
In 2001, actor Bill Murray playing Frank Detorre starred in one of his notoriously eclectic movies entitled, “Osmosis Jones.” In this film Murray played the part of an average Joe addicted to fried food and other artery-clogging fares, who was heading to Buffalo New York for…of all things, a chicken wing festival. At that time there WAS NO NATIONAL CHICKEN WING FESTIVAL…at least not yet.
Realizing that we needed to create one, our community rallied with me to create what is now one of the most recognized food festivals in the country. That was 22 years ago, and since then we have had over 1.2 million attendees that have eaten approximately 5.7 million wings weighing more than 215 tons. We have had over 150 participating restaurants and raised over $440,000 for local charities. We have survived a pandemic, inflation and have found a new location in Highmark Stadium, “Home of the Buffalo Bills”.
The Wingfest has drawn the attention of media throughout the world, including many appearances on Fox News, CNN, The Travel Channel, The Food Network, CBS Morning Show, ABC News, The View and Regis and Kelly, NBC’S Today Show, and was also the subject for a PBS Documentary.
The festival also drew the attention of the Food Network as Food Icon Bobby Flay came to Buffalo for a chicken wing throwdown and Emeril Lagasse filmed the festival for a show on Buffalo Wings.
The National Buffalo Wing Festival has become one of the best culinary road trips in America. Last year attendees were tracked from 46 states and 28 different countries, all for the love of the “Buffalo Wing”. Thanks for joining us this Labor Day Weekend as we celebrate the 22nd annual National Buffalo Wing Festival.
“Keep Wingin’ It”
DREW CERZA
The “Wing King”

Outer Harbor Concert Series - Alter Bridge
2023-08-01 19:00 - 23:00 | Buffalo Outer Harbor, 825 Fuhrmann Blvd., Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Get ready to rock out with Alter Bridge, joining forces with Sevendust and Mammoth WVH for the exclusive Buffalo Outer Harbor Concert Series!
The Pawns & Kings Tour will be an unbeatable night of hard rock, featuring the iconic sound of Alter Bridge. Since their formation in 2004, this Grammy-nominated band has created a unique blend of heavy riffs and haunting melodies that have set them apart from other rock bands. Listeners can expect a fusion of metal sounds intertwined with classic blues-rock progressions as they perform fan favorites from across their entire discography.
Be there for what’s sure to be an unforgettable show – tickets are available now! Don’t miss your chance to experience the power of Alter Bridge with Sevendust and Mammoth WVH at the Buffalo Outer Harbor. Get ready to rock!
See you on tour! Live music never sounded so good. Rock on!

Jay Aquarious Presents "The Great Vine Experience"
2023-07-29 19:30 - 22:30 | NY
Grab a vine and swing into Jay Aquarious’s upcoming immersive and fun show! As described by Jay on the ticketing/event site:
“Sassiness. Soul. Sultry. Sensuality. Experience Jay Aquarious and only Jay Aquarious for one night with his background singers, The Auroras, and his background dancers, The Constellations, for a night of live singing, rapping, and dancing you don’t want to miss! All containing the musical elements of Pop, R&B, Hip-Hop, Dance, and Rock!”
Their show will have you off your feet and moving! The show will be on Saturday July 29th from 7:30 – 10:30 PM at Fitz Books & Waffles

Bayside @ Town Ballroom
2023-07-26 18:30 - 23:00 | Town Ballroom, 681 Main St., Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Come out and see a night of great music this Saturday! Headlining the show is Bayside, bringing their unique take on punk rock to the Town Ballroom. With catchy melodies, infectious riffs and striking lyrics, they’ll have you dancing along in no time. Joining them will be I Am The Avalanche with their energetic post-hardcore sound that’s sure to get your blood pumping. Opening up the show is Koyo who brings a blend of indie rock and folk that will captivate you right from the start. Everyone aged 12+ is welcome to attend, however anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult – government ID required at entrance. So grab some friends and come enjoy an amazing night of music!

Wage War - The Manic Tour @ Town Ballroom
2023-07-22 18:00 - 22:30 | Town Ballroom, 681 Main St., Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Come and join us for an incredible night of music at the Town Ballroom with headliners Wage War on their The Manic Tour! This is a show you won’t want to miss, as they will be joined by special guests Zero 9:36, Within Destruction and Avoid.
Wage War are a metalcore band from Ocala, Florida, known for melding together elements of metalcore heavy-hitting riffs and intense production with melodic undertones. Zero 9:36 blend hip-hop, jazz and soul into their sound while drawing influence from traditional Indian music. Within Destruction hails from Slovakia bringing in a combination of classic deathcore elements mixed with modern polyrhythmic technicality. Rounding out the lineup is Avoid from Poland playing a mix of djent, metalcore and deathcore.
This show is open to ages 12+, but anyone under 16 must be accompanied by parent or guardian. Government issued ID will also be required. So come join us for an amazing night of music at the Town Ballroom – you won’t want to miss it!

Buffalo FieriCon
2023-07-22 | NY
FieriCon, a charitable event benefiting FeedMore WNY, invites individuals to come together on Hertel Avenue, Saturday, July 22, 2023. Attendees are encouraged to dress up as their favorite Guy Fieri and take part in the festivities, indulging in drinks and food. No tickets or registration are required; just gather friends, family, and pets, and join the party.
Additionally, businesses in Buffalo are invited to participate in Buffalo FieriCon weekend by offering Guy Fieri themed specials from July 22nd and donating a portion of their proceeds to FeedMore WNY. Business owners interested in participating can connect with the event organizers through social media. The event provides an opportunity for Buffalo businesses to contribute to a worthy cause while engaging with FieriCon attendees.
In addition to the Hertel bar crawl, many local bars and restaurants will be getting in on the action! Candyman Pizza, Mike & Pop’s, Doc Sullivan’s, Forty Thieves, Resurgence Brewing, and Hartman’s Distillery will all be offering Fieri-inspired drink and food specials, and will be donating a portion of those proceeds to FeedMore WNY! If you can’t make it to the crawl, this is a totally FLAVORTOWN option!

Weirdly Wonderful Beer Fest
2023-07-22 | NY
“We’re beyond stoked to bring a bunch of our friends in to Buffalo this Summer for a stacked festival in the Weirdly Wonderful land of Buffalo with our very first Weirdly Wonderful Beer Fest!
We all know it’s the wings, the Bills, the snow, yada yada… but it’s so much more! Come explore our city of good neighbors and indulge in premium beers from some of the top craft breweries from around the country and around the world.
Stay tuned for the brewery lineup, food, entertainment and follow us on Instagram to keep up with the news as we roll it out!”

Cibo @ Rec Room w/ Jazzie Jay, Nick Mass and PUKE
2023-07-15 18:00 - 23:00 | Rec Room, 79 W Chippewa St, Buffalo, 14202, United States
Ever wanted a peek through the looking glass into the genuine underground art scene here in Buffalo? This is the show for you.
CIBO and friends will be performing at the Rec Room on July 15th! CIBO’s style is ethereally beautiful sounding with smooth soul and jazz influences that cause me to recall Sade and her sensory encapsulating sound. The rest of the bill is full of eclectic artists sure to leave an impression whether Nick Mass’s eccentric style, Jazzie Jay’s melodic flow or PUKE’s junglist bwoy sound!
Doors open for this show at 6 and the music begins at 6:30. 16+ admitted with ID, Under 16 needs a guardian.

Our Lady Peace w/ The Trews @ Buffalo Outer Harbor
2023-07-14 19:00 - 22:30 | Buffalo Outer Harbor, 825 Fuhrmann Blvd., Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Calling all alternative rock fans! Our Lady Peace and The Trews are coming to the Buffalo Outer Harbor for an unforgettable night of music. Get ready to be captivated by the unique sound that these two iconic bands have crafted over their many years together.
Our Lady Peace is a Canadian post-grunge band from Toronto, Ontario who have been performing since 1992. With hits like “Starseed” and “Innocent,” they bring an ethereal sound unlike any other group out there today. They incorporate elements of hard rock with a psychedelic undertone, creating a truly captivating atmosphere during their live performances.
The Trews are also no strangers to the stage. This four-piece rock group from Antigonish, Nova Scotia has been around since 2001. Fans of the band love their alternative sound and their ability to captivate audiences with their energy-filled performance. With songs like “Not Ready To Go” and “Poor Ol’ Broken Hearted Me,” The Trews are sure to be one of the highlights of this summer show!
Don’t miss out on this unmissable night of alternative rock music! Get your tickets now for Our Lady Peace and The Trews at the Buffalo Outer Harbor – you won’t regret it!
