Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page.

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Step Out Buffalo Fall Makers + Shakers Boozy Artisan Market at The Powerhouse at Buffalo Color Park, day 1 of 3. 125 local vendors. Toy Drvie to benefit Cornerstone Manor and Oishei Children’s Hospital. 125 different vendors next weekend as well. 11am – 5pm

Buffalo Remembrance Project Community Documentation Day at University at Buffalo Art Galleries. Honoring the women confined to the Buffalo State Asylum for the Insane between 1880 and 1974. Bring a personal object that belonged to a female family member who was once a patient at the asylum—a letter, comb, wallet, photograph, piece of clothing, or other meaningful memento. Objects will be photographed onsite at UB Anderson Gallery by University at Buffalo photography students for a exhibit at the The Lipsey Architecture Center Buffalo at the Richardson Olmsted Campus in early 2026. Participants will receive a professional 8” x 10” print of their photographed object. 12pm

Opening Day for Christkindlmarkt at Hofbrauhaus Buffalo. Authentic European-style holiday market with local artisan vendors and live music. Music by Die Haus Band at 530pm. Ceremonial tree lighting with Chataqua Sunrise at 6pm. Market 4 – 8pm

DJ Heat at Perla Seafood Bistro & Pizzeria At Salvatore’s. 430 – 8pm

The Autonomous Vehicles at THE TUDOR LOUNGE. 5 – 7pm

Farm Winter Market at 5 Loaves Farm, day 1 of 2. Fresh farm-made goods, dried flower creations, and pottery. 5 – 730pm

The Erie Canal in Our Lives: Contemporary Connections to the Canal at The Buffalo History Museum. Panel discussino with the “Terrakwa” exhibit creators Paul Bartow and Richard Metzgar joined by Holly C. Watson and Jules Hoepting. Doors at 530pm – $5

Geno McManus at Osteria 166. 530 – 8pm

Dave Stayner at Wagon Wheel. 530 – 830pm

Abbie’s Angels Foundation presents: Solace at The Wurlitzer Building. Runway show featuring WNY designers. Proceeds benefit caregivers of children with special needs facing critical illnesses. Doors at 6pm

“Good Bones” and Other Songs by Tyler Bagwell at Eugene V. Debs Hall. Doors at 6pm

Opening Night of The Ice at Canalside 2025 – 2026 Season. Music by DJ Nicholas Picholas. 6pm

The Vinny Barbarino Experience at Nietzsche’s. 6 – 8pm

Greg Klyma, Taylor Belling, Jamie Sunshine, and Ian Dansey at duende at Silo City. 6 – 8pm

The Festival of Slice – Niagara Falls, USA at Niagara Falls Convention Center. Celebrating local pizza, community, and the people who make Western New York’s food scene so delicious. 6 – 830pm – $18 with limited tickets available at the door

Jony James Band at Central Park Grill. 6 – 9pm

Holiday Artisan Markets at Painted Love – Art & Wellness Studio. Local artisan and wellness vendors and music by Neia Lively. 6 – 9pm

Mayday Buffalo at St. Joe’s Sports Night at St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute. 6 – 10pm – $40

The Disco Biscuits at Town Ballroom, night 1 of 2. Doors at 7pm

John Aaron Troy at 42N At The Flats. 7pm

The Revivals at Hamburg Gaming. 7pm

The Vandals Band at Kristens: Bar and Grill. 7pm

DJ NiTELiTE at Tap That Tap Room. 7pm

Lithium at at Yings Restaurant and Bar. 7pm

The Boss Sauce Duo at The Chandelier Bar at Salvatore’s. 7pm

Cheese & Slackers at Area 54 at caffe at Amy’s. 7pm

Amber Smith and Sam Gellar: “Fade Into You” Talk & Signing at Talking Leaves Books. 7 – 9pm

Guy McCrea at Lilly Belle Meads. 7 – 9pm

akloh. at 16 Ellicott Bar and Grill of Depew, NY. 7 – 10pm

Last Night Songs at Buffalo Distilling Co. 7 – 10pm

Blue Velvet at The Roycroft Inn. 7 – 10pm

Soul Exchange: Vinyl and Vitals Food Drive with DJ Dr. Wisz at The Lounge at Revolution Gallery. Bring 2 food stable items and trade them for $2 off a drink during this event, or bring donations anytime during gallery business hours. Needed foods: rice, pasta, oats, cereal, canned vegetables or fruits, canned soups or stews, canned protien, dried beans, and peanut, sunflower, or almond butter. Donatoins benefit The Buffalo Community Fridge. 7 – 10pm

Etana & The Full Circle Band at Nkunga Village, 463 Amherst St, 14207. 7 – 1130pm – $40

Elena Izquierdo and The Stu Weissman Trio at Pausa Art House. Music at 7pm

CASH LIVE – The Band In Black at The Caz. Music at 7pm

UB Choirs at Slee Hall UB. Performing works by Howell, Quaretl, Poulenc, Batten, Rheinberger, Victoria, and Clausen. Michael Serio, piano, Gilly Davies, organ, Reggie Guo, cello, and Claudia Brown, director. 730 – 9pm

Lisa Zelazny at PeopleArt. 730 – 915pm

Brass Transit – The Musical Legacy of Chicago at West Herr Riviera Theatre, night 1 of 2. 730 – 930pm

Performance of “Straight White Men” at Ujima. When identity matters, and privilege is problematic, what is the value of being a straight white man? 730 – 930pm

Screening of “Cabaret” directed by Bob Fosse at The Screening Room Cinema & Arts Cafe. 730 – 930pm – $8

Customer Appreciation Party at The Banshee Irish Pub featuring DESIRE – The International U2 Tribute Act. 7 – 10pm – $15

Tim Britt Live at Papi Grande’s Lancaster. 730 – 1030pm

Dave Viterna Group at Diamond Hawk Golf Course and Pub. 730 – 1030pm – $5

“Feeling Groovy” Musical Cabaret with Rocking Horse Productions at Meeting House Events, night 1 of 2. Music at 730pm

2 Guys Drinkin’ Beer at The Gin Mill, Ellicottville NY. 8pm

Jay/Sharptet at The Cave. 8pm – $10

The Return of Dolly Sods with Ex-Pat, Mogra, and Budge It at Milkie’s on Elmwood. 8pm – $10

Gregg Sansone at Twigs Lounge inside M Hotel Buffalo. 8pm

The Talking Dead Heads at Sportsmens Tavern, night 1 of 2. 8 – 11pm – $20

Michael DeLano at Ebenezer Ale House. 8 – 11pm

JJAK’D at Chicks Restaurant and lanes. 8 – 11pm

Canyon and Chris Trapper Music at Penny Lane – Clarence. Music at 8pm – $25

The Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Special at Buffalo State Performing Arts Center. Show at 8pm

Album Release Show for Ian McCuen with Adelaide and Matches Laces at Mohawk Place. Music at 8pm – $10

Seventhsignwny at The Cove: Seafood & Banquets. Music at 8pm – $10

The Altons and Thee Sinseers at Buffalo Iron Works. Music at 8pm – $25

Songbirds: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac at Wayland Brewing. Music at 8pm

The Major 3rds at Talty’s Tavern. 830pm

Blackroot at Rock n Roll Heaven. 830pm

King’s Madness at Rockin Buffalo. 9pm

Ponzi & The Timeshares with Soul Body Shakedown at Attitudees Bar And Grill. 9pm

The Young Relics at Transit Music Lounge. Music at 9pm

Hypnōn at Hot Mama’s Canteen. Music at 9pm – $10

Council, Photosound, and Early Attic at Nietzsche’s. Music at 9pm – $10

SLIM CHANCE and the Can’t Hardly Playboys at Wagon Wheel. 930pm

Sousaphunk at Pearl Street Grill & Brewery. 930 – 1130pm

Connor Brien and DJ Kage on different stages at Balloons Restaurant & Nightclub. 10pm

Dead End Highway at Jack Rabbit. 10pm