The Buffalo Central Terminal is proud to announce a full calendar of community events and activities, both new and long-standing, to be held on the Great Lawn from July through December. Eight (8) new events are being launched this year including, the Central Terminal Summer Concert Series, Family Movie Night, Health is Wealth, Fall Farmers & International Food Market, Oktoberfest, and Winter Fest.
“The Central Terminal was always a gathering place for this community. Thousands of people walked through those doors every day and hundreds of people in the neighborhood, in Broadway-Fillmore, worked at the station,” said James Morell, CTRC Board Chair. “These new events will bridge a piece of Buffalo’s history to our community today, connecting diverse people from all over the region to each other and to this special place.”
SUMMER EVENTS
“Central Terminal Summer Concert Series” on our Great Lawn features R&B, Jazz, Soul, and Gospel with local food trucks and community vendors from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. The series will be held on Thursday, July 13th, Thursday, July 27th, and Thursday, August 10th, featuring artists Rod Bonner, Flute Johnson, Kimera Lattimore, Jukeboxx, Farrow, Will Holton, Celina Graves, and more.
“Shakespeare in the Park” returns to the Central Terminal Friday, July 21st from 7:15pm to 8:30pm.
“Family Movie Night” on the Great Lawn will feature a kid-friendly movie “Zootopia” and theater-style popcorn on Monday, July 31st at Dusk.
“Health is Wealth” promotes healthy bodies and minds in our community with a Health & Wellness Day at the Terminal. This day will consist of Yoga, Pilates, Boot Camp Exercises, health & wellness educational vendors, health testing, and community partners. Celebrate your health Saturday, August 12th from 9:00am to 12:00pm.
“4th Annual Back to School Giveaway hosted by Leg. Howard Johnson & CM Nowakowski” returns to the Central Terminal Saturday, August 19th from 8:00am to 1:00pm.
“7th Annual Beau Fleuve Music & Arts Celebration” returns Sunday, August 27th for a day of music, arts and culture for all ages from 2:00pm-9:00pm. The Festival Celebration has been a staple event at the Terminal over the years and punctuates a weekend of culturally activated events across Buffalo, bringing a diverse regional draw of music and art lovers.
FALL EVENTS
“Fall Farmers & International Food Market” a seasonally oriented Farmers & International Food Market will be host to an array of local producers and community vendors. The market will take place on Saturday, September 23rd from 9:00am-12:00pm.
“Oktoberfest” One of WNY’s favorite times of the year. Enjoy our family-friendly Oktoberfest featuring music, petting farm, pumpkin carving, photog areas, beer & wine vendors and more. To be held on Sunday, October 22nd from 11:00am-3:00pm.
“Trunk or Treat hosted by Matt Urban Center” held Tuesday, October 24th from 5:00pm to 7:00pm.
WINTER EVENTS
“Winter Fest” Buffalonians embrace the beautiful winter weather with fun activities—ice sculpture contest, sledding, hot chocolate, festive activities, holiday lights, and music. To be held on Saturday, December 9th from 9:00am to 12:00pm.
The Buffalo Central Terminal has engaged Lindsey Taylor, local event manager and promoter with more than 15 years of experience, to coordinate the calendar of events happening this year on the Great Lawn.
“Growing up near William Street, it’s a really powerful thing to be a part of bringing that energy and buzz back to the Terminal. We can’t wait for the community to join us for this stacked calendar of events on the Great Lawn,” said Lindsey Taylor, event management consultant.
If you are interested in being a community vendor or collaborator, contact events@buffalocentralterminal.org.
