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November 2008
- Fridays thru Dec. 8
Gusto at the Gallery
Albright-Knox Art Gallery
1285 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14222
Hours: 3 p.m. - 10 p.m., Phone: (716) 882-8700, Price: Free, Wheelchair Access: Full
Gusto at the Gallery features music, dance, poetry, parties, film, guest speakers, curator's talks, workshops, and an endless variety of other diverse, fun and intriguing events. Every Friday events are free from 3 - 10pm. Every second Friday is Family Day. Muse, the Gallery's new restaurant is open for dinner. A cash bar is also available.
- Thurs. Nov. 13 - Sun. Nov. 30
The Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Shea's Performing Arts Center
646 Main Street, Buffalo, NY
Hours: Call for show times, Phone: (716) 847-0850, Wheelchair Access: Full
Due to popular demand, THE RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR starring the world famous RADIO CITY ROCKETTES, returns to Sheas for 36 dazzling performances after its sold-out run in 2004! The unparalleled show features the Rockettes signature eye high kicks and precision choreography in multiple show-stopping numbers including the legendary "Parade of the Wooden Soldiers," "The Living Nativity," and "New York at Christmas. "THE RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR" has dazzled over 65 million people for more than 75 years and continues to create memories that last a lifetime.
- Thurs. Nov. 13
10th Annual Sister Cities Dinner
Buffalo Yacht Club
One Porter Avenue, Buffalo, NY
Hours: 5:30p.m. - 9:00p.m. Phone: (716) 851-4111 Cost: $25.00 per person
Join us as we continue to foster economic, cultural and development opportunities between Buffalo and the world.
Reservations required. Click here for reservation form.
- Sun. Nov. 23
Downtown Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration
Downtown Buffalo, Key Center
Main at Chippewa Street, Buffalo, NY 14202
Hours: Begins at 5 p.m., Phone: (716) 856-3150, Wheelchair Access: Full
This free to the public festive family tradition includes the lighting of a giant 40 foot tree. Children and adults will enjoy this event that includes also includes fireworks, skating at Rotary Rink, horse and buggy rides and a visit from Santa Claus and his elves, clowns, face painting, balloon art and more. This event highlights the community spirit and enchantment of Downtown Buffalo during the holiday season. *Produced by Buffalo Place Inc.
- Thurs. Nov. 27
113th Annual Delaware YMCA Turkey Trot
Buffalo Area, Delaware Avenue & Shoreham, Buffalo, NY 14202
Hours: Begins at 9 a.m. sharp! Phone: (716) 875-1283
The oldest foot race in North America, festivities include a lively post-race party. The YMCA Turkey Trot is an 8k (4.97 mile) footrace which begins at Delaware Avenue and Shoreham. The race follows Delaware Avenue into downtown Buffalo. The route proceeds around Niagara Square to Church Street and then onto Franklin Street where runners will cross the finish line in front of the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center. Entry fees will help provide scholarship assistance to needy families who participate in YMCA programs and membership services such as child care and other youth development programs at the Delaware Family YMCA.
- Fri. Nov. 28 & Sat. Nov. 29
Christmas Food Fair
Broadway Market
999 Broadway, Buffalo, NY 14212
Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Phone: (716)893-0705
The Christmas Fair at the Broadway Market will offer a unique selection of ethnic delicacies, seasonal sweets, holiday decorations and distinctive stocking stuffers, with an emphasis on locally made products and small businesses. Live entertainment will add to this holiday celebration. Admission is free and open to all!
- Sat. Nov. 29
The World's Largest Disco
Buffalo Niagara Convention Center
153 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY 14202
Hours: 9 p.m. - 1 a.m., Phone: (716) 635-8668, Wheelchair Access: Full
Be part of the largest Retro party in the world as seen on VH-1, CBS, The Travel Channel and in The Wall Street Journal. A giant retro party featuring 72,000 watts of disco sound, and a quarter million watts of disco lights on New York's largest dance floor. All proceeds are donated to charity.
December 2008
- Sat. Dec. 6
The Nutcracker
Shea's Performing Arts Center
646 Main Street, Buffalo, NY
Hours: 1pm & 6pm, Phone: (716) 847-0850, Wheelchair Access: Full
This dazzling holiday classic features BalletMet, of Columbus Ohio, one of the most acclaimed ballet companies in the country, joined by local young dancers and a childrens choir with narration from the original Nutcracker fairy tale, beautiful sets and costumes and Tchaikovsky's memorable score performed live by the BPO.
- Thurs. Dec. 11 thru Sun. Dec. 21
A Christmas Carol
Alleyway Theatre
One Curtain Up Alley, Buffalo, NY 14202
Phone: (716) 852-2600
Price: $30/general admission; $20/students
Scrooge, Tiny Tim and the Alleyway Carolers will all be on hand to warm the cockles of your holiday heart for the 26th season!
- Fri. Dec. 19 - Sun. Dec. 21
Annie
Shea's Performing Arts Center
646 Main Street, Buffalo, NY
Hours: Call for show times, Phone: (716) 847-0850, Wheelchair Access: Full
The timeless tale of Little Orphan Annie is back, giving a whole new generation the chance to experience this classic musical about never giving up hope. With one of the most treasured scores in Broadway history, ANNIE is a delightful theatrical experience for the entire family.
- Fri. Dec. 19 - Sun. Dec. 21
Holiday Pops
Kleinhans Music Hall
One Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY 14201
Hours: Friday, December 19, 2008 at 8PM Saturday, December 20, 2008 at 8PM Sunday, December 21, 2008 at 2:30PM
Phone: (716) 885-5000
Don't miss Western New York's #1 Holiday Tradition in an exciting heart-warming concert that is always a favorite of audiences of all ages. Robert Franz conducts the BPO, Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus and special guest Jodi Benson (voice of Ariel in Disney's The Little Mermaid) in this festive event complete with audience sing-along and plenty of holiday cheer.
- Wed. Dec. 31
First Night Buffalo
Buffalo Niagara Convention Center
Convention Center Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14202
Hours: 5-10pm, Phone: (716) 635-4959, Ticket Info: Tickets go on sale Dec. 1
First Night Buffalo provides a drug and alcohol free environment for people of all ages to celebrate the new year. Entertainment, rides, bounce houses and family fun.
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