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Pierogi Fest 2026!

Na Zdrowie! Join us for our annual party that celebrates everyone's favorite Polish Dumplings, live music, dancing & beer! In the Heart of Delaware Park enjoy WNY's best Polish Dumpling artists and restaurants will be serving every variety of Pierogi you can think of as well as other fare like Polish pastries, soups, sausages, beer, vodkas and more. Don't forget to stock up for Easter! Captain Tom & The Hooligans will be rocking the Beer Tent
Dates: 
03/14/2026
12 - 4 pm
The Terrace at Delaware Park, Lincoln Parkway, Buffalo, NY, USA
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Location:

199 Lincoln Parkway
Buffalo, NY, 14214
United States

Phone:

716-886-0088

Tim Burton’s Batman (1989) in Concert | Film with Live Orchestra at the BPO

The Bat Signal lights up Buffalo when the BPO performs Danny Elfman’s iconic score live while the star-studded Michael Keaton and Jack Nicholson movie is projected above the orchestra. ™ & © DC and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
Dates: 
03/14/2026
7:30 pm
786 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY, USA
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Location:

786 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY, 14209
United States

Phone:

716-885-5000

Buffalo St. Patrick's Day Parade

A great patriotic and civic event in Buffalo that honors Saint Patrick and displays the Irish contributions to our community and country. It's great fun for the whole family! The annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, is Buffalo's largest celebration of the Irish heritage. The Parade, which begins near Buffalo's art deco City Hall, draws people of all nationalities. Parade participants will line up near the McKinley Monument, at 2PM they will proceed north on Delaware Avenue to North Street. The enthusiastic crowds line Delaware Avenue as the Irish dancers, bands, civic organizations, and others march proudly by in celebration and in honor of St. Patrick.
Dates: 
03/15/2026
2 pm
182 Southwood Drive, Buffalo, NY, USA
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Location:

St. Patrick's Day Parade Route - Buffalo
Delaware Avenue Between Niagara Square and North Street
Buffalo, NY, 14202
United States

Phone:

716-875-0282

Elmo's Got The Moves at Artpark - Tickets On Sale Now

Make unforgettable memories with your little ones at Elmo’s Got the Moves—the all-new Sesame Street Live show coming to your neighborhood! This exciting show will have kids and parents alike out of their seats and moving and dancing along with Elmo and his Sesame Street friends as they dance, stretch, and play along to fan-favorite songs, including “Sunny Days,” “Elmo’s Got the Moves,” and “Letter of the Day.” Families will discover fun and playful ways to move—from yoga and jumping rope to cartwheeling and silly dance moves— all in a welcoming environment that brings the magic of Sesame Street from the screen to the stage.
Dates: 
05/28/2026
6 pm
Artpark, 450 S 4th St, Lewiston, NY 14092, United States
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Organization:

Artpark

Location:

450 South 4th St.
Lewiston, NY, 14092
United States

Phone:

716.754.9000

Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat - Live on Stage at the Center for The Arts!

The kids are bored.. again..! What to do with YOUR Thing One and Thing 2?! Here’s an idea: Bring the whole family to the Worlds Number 1 ‘The Cat in the Hat’ show for an experience they’ll never forget. The story has been around for over 50 years and kids still love it… just like you did! Two bored kids (This was way before iPads). One rainy day (We’ve all had a few of those) And one crazy cat wearing a red-striped hat (Where was the background check for that babysitter?!) A timeless tale with a twist—this energetic adaptation bursts onto the stage (and maybe into the aisles). Expect laughs, surprises, and just a bit of delightful disorder!
Dates: 
03/20/2026
7 pm
Center for the Arts - University at Buffalo, Coventry Road, Buffalo, NY, USA
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Location:

103 Center For The Arts
Buffalo, NY, 14260-6000
United States

Phone:

716-645-6775

"Old Neighborhood" St. Patrick's Day Parade

The Valley Community Association is excited to host the Annual Old Neighborhood St. Patrick's Day Parade. The parade will kick off at 11 am at the Valley Center. There will be more than 100 marching units including festive floats, pipe bands, Irish dancers and more! Immediately following, there will be an Irish Hooley with drinks, food, and live music! We can't wait to celebrate with you!
Dates: 
03/14/2026
11 am
Valley Community Association Inc, 93 Leddy Street, Buffalo, NY 14210, United States
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Location:

93 Leddy Street
Buffalo, NY, 14210
United States

Phone:

716-823-4707

Annual Niagara Falls St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

Join us at the 42nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, presented by the Niagara Falls Ancient Order of Hibernians! Festivities kick off at 1:45 p.m. with the ‘World’s Shortest Parade’ at the corner of Rainbow Boulevard and Old Falls Street. Traditional Irish food, drinks, and live entertainment from Tom Keefer and Celtic Cross and the McCarthy School of Irish Dance will follow inside the Niagara Falls Convention Center until 7 pm. There will be family-friendly games and activities to keep guests of all ages in the St. Patrick's Day spirit. Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 at the door. Advance tickets can be purchased online, as well as in-person at the following locations: B & B Cigars, Cheri Amour, Capitol Cleaners, Wellness Park Pharmacy and Always a Party. Kids 12 and under are free with a paid adult admission.
Dates: 
03/14/2026
2 - 7 pm
9020 South Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY, USA
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Location:

Niagara Falls Convention Center
101 Falls Street
Niagara Falls, NY, 14303
United States

Phone:

716-754-0036