Sept 19 – 20 : Here are funthings to do this week in Buffalo, Western New York, and the Niagara Frontier as chosen by Step Out Buffalo’s editors. This list includes the best things to do including live music, festivals, comedy shows, theater, concerts, sports, nightlife parties and more. Love knowing what’s going on in Buffalo and Western New York? Be the first to know everything from the best new restaurants to coolest events – subscribe to our free daily emails!
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The Holiday Valley Mudslide is a really fun, really muddy 3.5 or 5.4 mile trail run with 10+ obstacles on the trails of Holiday Valley Resort. The 3.5 mile route starts with a ride up the chairlift and then Read more...
Stuck in the same pandemic routine? Craving the outdoors before winter hits? For $55 a Tre.venture will provide 1-2 weeks of outdoor adventure for a team of up to 5 people. It will take you on an epic adventure Read more...
Celebrate the first annual run with the Buffalo Zoo from the comfort of your home or a local outdoor trail. Our Virtual 5K, Run for Rhinos is a great and a fun way to train for other events or to Read more...
Exploring creativity and expression through art. In this studio art group, your young artist is encouraged to explore their world through different art media with the guidance and support of a licensed Art Therapist. Single sessions, and packages are available. Read more...
PLAY/GROUND 2020 is organized by Resource:Art and the Buffalo Institute for Contemporary Art and is being reimagined for our current times. This year, we’ll install outdoor art projects at sites across Buffalo including the Burchfield Penney Art Center, the Hotel Read more...
Join us as we honor those who give so much for this great country of ours. For two weeks, starting on Friday, September 11, Explore & More will host a variety of fun family activities inside and around Explore & Read more...
Pumpkinville is outdoor Fall Family Fun. Kids of all ages will love the outstanding attractions and mouth-watering food. Safety precautions include required masks and restricted attendance on weekends. Pumpkinville is open daily through October 31st from 9am-7pm (rain or shine) at 4844 Sugartown Read more...
We commissioned some amazing WNY writers to create a series of short monologues all about Buffalo here and now. Then, together with Full Circle Studios, we filmed on location across the region. CURRENTS: 716 is made up of many stories woven Read more...
Borderland Music & Arts Festival, set to take place this coming weekend September 19th-20th at Knox Farm State Park outside of Buffalo, New York, located 20 minutes from the Canadian border, was rescheduled due to COVID-19 restrictions. The festival has Read more...
They will be taking some important steps to protect everyone’s safety. You’ll find a hand washing station, more space between vendors among other necessary adjustments. Open: Wednesdays and Saturdays from May 2-November 25, 7 am-1pm Read more...
The Hamburg Farmers’ Market is heading into its 43rd season in 2020! This traditional agriculture farmers’ market focuses on food, offering the finest locally cultivated vegetables, nuts and fruits, plants (annuals to herbs), raised fresh and frozen meats, eggs, honey, Read more...
Our mission is to bring together a group of talented farmers and artisans who offer a diversified mix of quality products to our shoppers. Read more...
They are working with the The Village Co-op Market of Williamsville to setup an online ordering system with curbside pickup. They are also taking donations through their gofundme to help keep the market alive. Open: Saturdays, June 6 – late October 8am-1pm Read more...
Currently open every Saturday in May (9am-12pm) for their “May Flower Days,” shop from a select group of vendors for fresh spring produce, bedding, vegetable plants and other specialty items. Open: Saturday June 6th – October, 9am-12pm Read more...
This week, we move outdoors to our summer location at 9-11 Church St in front of Village Hall. Many of our winter vendors will be there, as well as some of our summer folks. As more produce is available, our Read more...
Presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Core N More is an all over body low impact mat class targeted to strengthen your core, your upper body and your glutes. Focused glute work on the mat as well as Read more...
Becker Farms Now Offers Weekday Educational Tours to the Public Gasport, NY – Becker Farms, for the first time, introduces its private Educational Tours to the public starting September 2020 while observing proper social distancing in the time of COVID. Read more...
September Saturdays at Lockwood’s In lieu of their annual Fall Festival, Lockwood’s is hosting a special event called September Saturdays. September Saturdays will feature a variety of vendors, nonprofit organizations, and artisans who will be on-hand to showcase art, Read more...
NEW! Feed the Fish – An Early Access Experience Select Saturdays at 9:30am Adults & Students ages 12 and up- $18.50 Kids 3-12- $14.50 Kids 2 and under are free Get up close and personal with our family of koi Read more...
Join us Saturday, September 19th for a day of super STEM-tastic events! We’ll have STEM projects throughout the museum plus activities to do at home as well. Head over to exploreandmore.org for more details and to reserve your space! Read more...
Currently doing pre-orders for curbside pickups every Saturday from 10am-1pm until the market opens in June. Order here. Open: Saturdays June 27– October 17, 10am-1pm Read more...
Golden Mummies of Egypt, presented by M&T Bank, has now been extended through October 18, 2020! Buffalo is the first U.S. city to present Manchester Museum’s world-class collection of mummies! Experience mummies as you’ve never seen them before, encased in Read more...
Join us for free artmaking activities with the Art Truck on the lawn of the Martin House. View the massive ceramic sculptures placed throughout the grounds as part of The Space Between: Frank Lloyd Wright | Jun Kaneko and then create shrinky Read more...
A perfect creative outlet and non-intimidating introduction to tapestry weaving for ages 10-16. Learn how to weave on a handheld loom and design your own wearable fiber art. We will be weaving using a handheld loom and combining different fibers Read more...
Learn tied and stitched (shibori) resist dyeing techniques with indigo dye. This workshop will be taught by Dawne Hoeg. All materials provided to make a set of hand-dyed cotton dinner napkins. $50 class fee. SAFETY PROTOCOLS • In order to Read more...
The Holiday Valley Mudslide is a really fun, really muddy 3.5 or 5.4 mile trail run with 10+ obstacles on the trails of Holiday Valley Resort. The 3.5 mile route starts with a ride up the chairlift and then Read more...
Travel back in time at Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village weekly on Saturdays, May through October, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Engage with skilled artisans as they demonstrate the time-honored crafts of blacksmithing, weaving, cooking, woodworking, and more. Delight in 10 Read more...
Open to the Public starting Saturday, September 19, 2020. Open every weekend in October and Columbus Day from 10am – 6pm and Fridays 1pm – 5pm without reservations. The barns close at 5pm on Fridays and 6pm on Saturdays and Read more...
Wanna Come and Have Fun, Burn Some Calories (and stress!) AND Get a Great Workout For FREE? Fit In The Village is a 30 minute workout that is fun, challenging, high energy and always effective. Suitable For ALL Fitness levels Read more...
Come on out to support your local small businesses. We have some fabulous and unique crafters as well as some of your favorite vendors too! Looking for something a little different? We have psychic readings and $1/min massages available and Read more...
Join us for pop-up outdoor yoga classes in and around the city of Buffalo! These classes are donation-based and will be held at various parks close to the studio. When you register for the class the location can be found Read more...
Come get your fresh vegetables, Five Points Bakery bread, Butter Block pastries, Equal Exchange coffee, hand made soap, and other locally crafted goods every Saturday at the farm! Preorder to be sure you get exactly what you’re looking for. https://westside-tilth.square.site Read more...
Fitness is going virtual! Join our FREE Graceful Warrior Yoga class from the comfort of you home every Saturday at 11AM! Virtual fitness at Canalside is presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York! ABOUT GRACEFUL WARRIOR YOGA Presented by Read more...
A-List Adventures is offering experiences to socially distance and enjoy the WNY area infusing food and beverages with the great outdoors. On Sat. Sept. 19th, grab a ticket to join the A-List Adventure Crew for a guided group hike along Read more...
11am-1pm, Saturdays General Public – $25 per class or $150 per series Members – $22.50 per class or $135 per series Online Horticulture Classes Join us on Zoom for an entertaining garden education with David Clark, Horticulturist & CNLP. David Read more...
This tour takes approximately one hour and consists of five stops from the downtown leg of the full-length tour. It includes the stories of Buffalo women who accomplished national and regional firsts in the fields of child care and charity Read more...
Venue: West River Overlook (West River Pkwy @ Fix Road)
September 19, 2020, 11:00 am
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Come down to the West River Overlook (West River Pkwy @ Fix Road) to try out the latest in new electric micromobility technology (like e-bikes!). On Saturday, September 19th from 11am-3pm, Shared Mobility Inc. along with the Niagara River Greenway Read more...
Our annual Oktoberfest party is back! For the first time it will be held at our Chicago Street location. We will have Beer Releases, Specialty Food Offerings and competitions! Stay tuned for more details! Read more...
Everyone has a million photos on their phones but it is always nice to have a physical photo to put on your desk or shelf too. These rock photo holders are not only adorable, but creating them is a fun Read more...
Join us for this very popular Hum Yoga & Sound, MUSEJar, BluBird Studio & now Alpine Made collaborative workshop. This unique experience combines a sound bath meditation as a deliberate practice to cultivate a creative mindset for intuitive fiber art! Read more...
Come discover what the Village of Lewiston (minutes from Niagara Falls) has to offer. Sample food and beverages from 6 restaurants nationally featured on Food Network and The Travel Channel along with other local favorites all on one tour! Read more...
Join us on a 2.5 hour cruise sponsored by and featuring 12 Gates Brewing Company. Enjoy our Oktoberfest beer specials with fun giveaways, traditional food buffet and festive music by The Ausländers! Read more...
Indulge in a unique night-out with friends and family at our annual Steak, Cigars, Beer, & Whiskey Night. Meet the people behind some of WNY’s best in cigar shops, distilleries, butchers, and breweries. Purchase your tickets today to claim your Read more...
Join us in creating a unique piece of home decor! In this class, you will be learning simple knots to create a fringe plant holder. Students will walk away with a completed project and a plant to go along with Read more...
Come downtown to hear some great tunes by your favorite cover band! Masks are required for entry and early arrival is encouraged to guarantee you a seat. $5 cover at the door Read more...
Stuck in the same pandemic routine? Craving the outdoors before winter hits? For $55 a Tre.venture will provide 1-2 weeks of outdoor adventure for a team of up to 5 people. It will take you on an epic adventure Read more...
Join Yoga Parkside for this special engagement with our beloved community partners. We’ll share an early morning outdoor yoga class on Sundays through the end of September in various locations on the stunning grounds and gorgeous gardens of Frank Lloyd Read more...
We have no idea what June will bring, but working with NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets to ensure the health & safety of everyone, the market will be taking place! Our market may look different this year – it Read more...
Come practice OUTSIDE on Saturdays at 9am & Sundays at 10am this summer! The class will be held behind the yoga studio in a garden sanctuary. There are 10 spots. You MUST pre-register for class ahead of time–sign up is Read more...
Golden Mummies of Egypt, presented by M&T Bank, has now been extended through October 18, 2020! Buffalo is the first U.S. city to present Manchester Museum’s world-class collection of mummies! Experience mummies as you’ve never seen them before, encased in Read more...
A Fantastic Showplace full of all types of Great Collectible Items and much more…COMIC BOOKS, COLLECTIBLE TOYS, VINYL RECORDS and Rock Memorabilia, Horror Collectibles and Monster Memorabilia. Movie Posters,Gum Cards…Up to 115 tables of Awesomeness. Save the Sunday. Spaces only Read more...
UrbanMonks is offering free outdoor for the summer. This event is for people of all meditation levels and perfect for beginners. This is a peer lead group and everyone is welcome. 10:00-Silent Sitting and Walking Meditation 10:45- Group Discussion Effective Read more...
Come practice OUTSIDE on Saturdays at 9am & Sundays at 10am this summer! The class will be held behind the yoga studio in a garden sanctuary. There are 10 spots. You MUST pre-register for class ahead of time–sign up is Read more...
The tour will be self guided with access to long time tour guides and off limits places. The tour has significant periods of time walking and standing. We are able to arrange seating and various locations if you contact us Read more...
Bubbly Brunch aboard the Grand Lady is back for 2020, and it’s the perfect way to make the mi-MOST-a summer! Space is limited to allow for social distancing so be sure to book ASAP so you don’t miss the boat! Read more...
PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE TO SEPTEMBER 20, 2020 Doodle Day is still ON for September 20th!!! See you all at The Paw Park! Everyone must follow the rules to make this a safe event! Masks are required at all times! Read more...
