Buffalo Place

10/12/2021

The Lunch Box re-opens their 4th location at the Lafayette Court Building on 465 Main St TODAY! This week the café and lunch spot will be open 8am-2pm, Tuesday-Friday. Stop by, say hi, and grab an espresso beverage, coffee, grab & go breakfast, lunch, or a delicious house-made baked good item! Did you know that The Lunch Box recently added online ordering? Skip the wait and order online directly from their website: www.thelunchboxbuffalo.com! You can schedule your order for pick-up, or you can choose delivery to your workplace. Next week, beginning Monday, October 18th, The Lunch Box will offer expanded hours from 7:30am-3pm. Follow them on Instagram @thelunchboxbuffalo and on Facebook for updates and specials! ☕🥗🥪

10/08/2021

Books for Kids is back! Now through October 15th, donations of new children’s books can be made to the annual Books for Kids campaign. The books will go directly to local children in need in hopes of helping them build a pathway to a better future. Books for Kids donation bins are located in all Buffalo & Erie County Public Libraries, Wegmans, and at The Buffalo News (Washington and Scott Street). Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3AoSiof

Books for Kids is back! Now through October 15th, donations of new children’s books can be made to the annual Books for Kids campaign. The books will go directly to local children in need in hopes of helping them build a pathway to a better future. Books for Kids donation bins are located in all Buffalo & Erie County Public Libraries, Wegmans, and at The Buffalo News (Washington and Scott Street). Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3AoSiof

10/07/2021

A picture perfect October Thursday at The Downtown Buffalo Country Market! Join us on Main Street in the heart of Downtown 🌞

10/06/2021

RLTP is Back!

Welcome back, Road Less Traveled Productions! The new season kicks off on November 4th with "Hand to God" by Robert Askins and season subscriptions and single tickets are on sale now. Click below for a preview of the upcoming season in Downtown Buffalo! 🎭

10/05/2021

Welcome (back) FlintBuffalo! Today is opening day for Flint, located at Fountain Plaza, on Main Street between Chippewa and Huron Streets. Flint is a fantastic spot for a casual breakfast, lunch, or happy hour. The coffee is calling to us, and we cannot wait to stop by and say hello. Congratulations, FlintBuffalo! 🥯☕️

09/30/2021

All the Fall things! Bob Weiss of Weiss Farms says these beautiful fresh tomatoes are the perfect reason to plan your first Sunday sauce of the fall season. Four Thursdays remain in our 39th Anniversary season of The Downtown Buffalo Country Market Presented by M&T Bank. See you on Main Street!

09/29/2021

Over The Edge will take place this Friday and Saturday, October 1st and 2nd, at One M&T Bank Plaza in the heart of Downtown Buffalo. Proceeds from the event will go to support United Way of Buffalo & Erie County and Oishei Children's Hospital! How can you participate?
1. Go Over the Edge – Commit to raising a $2,000 fundraising minimum and have the thrill of a lifetime when rappelling from One M&T Plaza in Downtown Buffalo.
2. Toss Your Boss – Encourage employees to toss a boss Over the Edge by raising the $2,000 fundraising minimum as a team.
3. Be an Event Sponsor – Become a Base Camp, Landing Zone, or Rope sponsor to receive event recognition and send a daring employees Over the Edge.
4. Be a Prize Sponsor – Motivate rappellers to meet and surpass their fundraising minimum with a special prize and receive sponsor recognition on all event communications.
Full details available at: https://bit.ly/3upaMDD

Over The Edge will take place this Friday and Saturday, October 1st and 2nd, at One M&T Bank Plaza in the heart of Downtown Buffalo. Proceeds from the event will go to support United Way of Buffalo & Erie County and Oishei Children's Hospital! How can you participate?
1. Go Over the Edge – Commit to raising a $2,000 fundraising minimum and have the thrill of a lifetime when rappelling from One M&T Plaza in Downtown Buffalo.
2. Toss Your Boss – Encourage employees to toss a boss Over the Edge by raising the $2,000 fundraising minimum as a team.
3. Be an Event Sponsor – Become a Base Camp, Landing Zone, or Rope sponsor to receive event recognition and send a daring employees Over the Edge.
4. Be a Prize Sponsor – Motivate rappellers to meet and surpass their fundraising minimum with a special prize and receive sponsor recognition on all event communications.
Full details available at: https://bit.ly/3upaMDD

09/28/2021

Welcome to Downtown Buffalo, Southern Tier Brewing Company! Today at 3pm, the new Southern Tier Brewing Company location opens at 7 Scott Street. Click below for taproom hours. We can't wait to stop by for a delicious brew and bite! 🍻

09/24/2021

Explore Buffalo presents Doors Open Buffalo 2021! Tomorrow, Saturday, September 25th, from 10am through 4pm, visitors will enjoy FREE interior access to 30+ landmarks in Downtown Buffalo. All participating buildings are now online and registration is open. Visit www.doorsopenbuffalo.org to learn more about the event and plan your route. This tour event is self-guided and all locations are within approximately one-mile radius of the event information hub at the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library Central Branch at Lafayette Square. See you Downtown!

Explore Buffalo presents Doors Open Buffalo 2021! Tomorrow, Saturday, September 25th, from 10am through 4pm, visitors will enjoy FREE interior access to 30+ landmarks in Downtown Buffalo. All participating buildings are now online and registration is open. Visit www.doorsopenbuffalo.org to learn more about the event and plan your route. This tour event is self-guided and all locations are within approximately one-mile radius of the event information hub at the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library Central Branch at Lafayette Square. See you Downtown!

09/23/2021

Metro Rail is adjusting surface section service today during repair of a malfunctioning electrical wire. Metro Rail will single track on the west side of Main Street from the underground stations to the Lafayette Metro Rail Station. A bus shuttle will provide service between the Lafayette and Canalside stations. Please take care if you have already parked on Main Street in the Theatre District, as Metro Rail trains will be traveling against traffic to enter the tunnel. Automobiles may be stopped at the traffic gate near Shea’s for several minutes while the train approaches the tunnel.

Metro Rail is adjusting surface section service today during repair of a malfunctioning electrical wire. Metro Rail will single track on the west side of Main Street from the underground stations to the Lafayette Metro Rail Station. A bus shuttle will provide service between the Lafayette and Canalside stations. Please take care if you have already parked on Main Street in the Theatre District, as Metro Rail trains will be traveling against traffic to enter the tunnel. Automobiles may be stopped at the traffic gate near Shea’s for several minutes while the train approaches the tunnel.

09/22/2021

The Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, National Grid, University at Buffalo, and others are teaming up to present an experience with all-things electric transportation! Mark your calendar for Electrify Buffalo – Community Ride-Around, this Saturday, September 25th from 11am to 3pm at the BNMC Innovation Center (parking lot). At this free event, visitors will demo electric vehicles, and see charging stations, e-scooters, e-bikes, e-backhoes, and other electric transport in action. Click below for complete details.

Join us for Electrify Buffalo Community Ride-Around Day!

Come out and test drive electric vehicles, speak with electric vehicle charging stations installers and manufacturers, and demo EV charging stations.

Speak with representation from NYSERDA and National Grid about current EVCS incentives. Currently, over 7 EV dealers will be offering ride and drive opportunities.

Also have a chance to take a ride-around on e-scooters, e-bikes, e-backhoes, and other electric
transport! Must be age 18+ to drive.

There will be Food trucks, Raffle prizes, Kid zone, and its Free entry so bring the family!

Join us for an electrifying time! #electrifybuffalo

Saturday, September 25, 2021
11 AM - 3 PM

BNMC Innovation Center (parking lot)
589 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, NY 14203
Learn more and register online:
www.driveelectricweek.org

09/21/2021

Welcome to Downtown Buffalo, Brothers Restaurant! Located at 475 Ellicott Street, Brothers Restaurant offers traditional soul food such as oxtail alongside incredible specialty dishes like fried lobster, Cajun macaroni, and stuffed meatloaf. Brothers Restaurant is now open for breakfast beginning at 8am and lunch/dinner options are available at 11:30am. Order online at: https://716brothers.com https://bit.ly/2W2wgtw

Welcome to Downtown Buffalo, Brothers Restaurant! Located at 475 Ellicott Street, Brothers Restaurant offers traditional soul food such as oxtail alongside incredible specialty dishes like fried lobster, Cajun macaroni, and stuffed meatloaf. Brothers Restaurant is now open for breakfast beginning at 8am and lunch/dinner options are available at 11:30am. Order online at: https://716brothers.com https://bit.ly/2W2wgtw

09/17/2021

The Metro Rail Surface Section Rail Shuttle will be limited to Fountain Plaza to Seneca Street stations this Saturday, September 18th. Metro Rail power will be shut down at the Canalside station this Saturday for updating of catenary poles carrying high voltage power lines. Transfers between the Metro Rail Surface Section Rail Shuttle and underground service to the University Station will continue at Fountain Plaza. Normal Metro Rail Shuttle service will resume at start of service on Sunday, September 19th, with all stops between Canalside and Fountain Plaza open for use. https://metro.nfta.com/

The Metro Rail Surface Section Rail Shuttle will be limited to Fountain Plaza to Seneca Street stations this Saturday, September 18th. Metro Rail power will be shut down at the Canalside station this Saturday for updating of catenary poles carrying high voltage power lines. Transfers between the Metro Rail Surface Section Rail Shuttle and underground service to the University Station will continue at Fountain Plaza. Normal Metro Rail Shuttle service will resume at start of service on Sunday, September 19th, with all stops between Canalside and Fountain Plaza open for use. https://metro.nfta.com/

09/16/2021

It’s a gorgeous day at The Downtown Buffalo Country Market. Won’t you be our guest?! We’re here through 2pm!

09/15/2021

Osteria 166 will host the fifth annual Meatball Street Brawl on Sunday, September 19th! The event will take place on Mohawk Street where the best meatball purveyors in town will present delectable creations. The game will be on a large screen and the meatballs will be many! Tickets will cover the cost of all meatballs as well as beverage tastings. Proceeds will benefit local charities. Admission is free for children under 8 years of age! www.facebook.com/events/2993093501008737

Osteria 166 will host the fifth annual Meatball Street Brawl on Sunday, September 19th! The event will take place on Mohawk Street where the best meatball purveyors in town will present delectable creations. The game will be on a large screen and the meatballs will be many! Tickets will cover the cost of all meatballs as well as beverage tastings. Proceeds will benefit local charities. Admission is free for children under 8 years of age! www.facebook.com/events/2993093501008737

09/14/2021

Disney's Frozen | Shea's Performing Arts Center

Congratulations to the winners of the Disney’s Frozen at Shea's Performing Arts Center ticket giveaway contest: Nancy Eich-Behm, Dawn Sopko, Rob Winterfield and Jeremy Hoyle! Please check your inbox for a message from our Marketing Manager, Jackie, for information on your tickets. Disney's Frozen runs through September 24th! ❄ https://bit.ly/3lm0HUa

https://www.facebook.com/SheasBFLO/videos/565962844594166

An unforgettable theatrical experience filled with sensational special effects, stunning sets and costumes, and powerhouse performances, Frozen is everything you want in a musical: It’s moving. It’s spectacular. And above all, it’s pure Broadway joy.

09/10/2021

20th Anniversary of 9/11 at the Naval Park - Buffalo Place

If you are attending 9-11 Canalside events on Saturday, September 11th, Metro Rail will be offering a Rail Shuttle between Fountain Plaza and the Seneca Station. Canalside is a short 4-minute walk down Main Street, or take the free Bus Shuttle from the Seneca Station to Main & Marine Drive.

Canalside events include:
• Naval Park Remembrance: 8:30AM - 10AM https://bit.ly/3ttbqzM
• Buffalo Rotary Carousel Carnival / Buffalo Rotary Duck Derby / Explore & More - Honk for Heroes / Naval Park Activities: 11AM - 4:30PM

Saturday, September 11, 2021 from 8:00a to 11:00a, the Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park will commemorate the 20th Anniversary of 9/11. The Naval Park will host an outdoor Flag of Honor Across America Memorial Ceremony in partnership with Erie County Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (R...

09/09/2021

Spice up your weekend tailgate chili with fresh ingredients from the Downtown Country Market! We’re here through 2pm. Let’s Go Buffalo! 🏈🫑🌶

09/07/2021

The hit Broadway musical Frozen is coming to Shea's Performing Arts Center from September 10-24! Like this post to be entered to win a pair of tickets to the show on Tuesday, September 21st (winners will be announced on Tues. September 14) ❄️

The hit Broadway musical Frozen is coming to Shea's Performing Arts Center from September 10-24! Like this post to be entered to win a pair of tickets to the show on Tuesday, September 21st (winners will be announced on Tues. September 14) ❄️

09/01/2021

Alleyway Theatre presents White Rabbit Red Rabbit from September 9th through October 2nd! A script sealed in an envelope. A new actor every night! The play investigates our willingness as a society to choose or accept our fate, our normalcy, and how we actually make decisions for ourselves. A remarkable theatrical experience where a different actor each night is presented a script sealed in an envelope, the play can never be performed by the same actor ever again. Hop to the link below for a special ticket package 🐇

Can't decide who to see? Get a BUNNY PASS and see two for $76 or three for $99! #WhiteRabbitRedRabbit is a one night only tour de force theatrical experiment. Join us starting next week!

https://www.alleyway.com/show/white-rabbit-red-rabbit

08/26/2021

Tonight is our final '21 Thursday & Main at Fountain Plaza with Ten Cent Howl and Adrianna Noone! See you at 5pm 🎸

08/25/2021

M&T Bank to Resume Plaza Event Series in August - Buffalo Place

Calling all Beatles fans! The final '21 M&T Bank Plaza Event Series concert is 60 minutes away and will feature Beatlemagic! Full details at: https://bit.ly/3lqtqZu

M&T Bank to Resume Plaza Event Series in August: Longest-running free concert series of its kind to feature local favorites including BPO! M&T Bank announced the Plaza Event Series will return this August. Since it was founded over 50 years ago, the concert series has been a lunchtime staple in Down...

08/24/2021

The final '21 M&T Bank Plaza Event Series concert will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, August 25th at 12noon at Main and Church Streets. The concert is free and open-to-the-public and will feature Beatlemagic! https://bit.ly/3lqtqZu

The final '21 M&T Bank Plaza Event Series concert will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, August 25th at 12noon at Main and Church Streets. The concert is free and open-to-the-public and will feature Beatlemagic! https://bit.ly/3lqtqZu

08/17/2021

Storytime at Canalside | EPIC for Children

Join EPIC - Every Person Influences Children’s annual summer literacy program, Storytime at Canalside, tomorrow, August 18th at 10:30am! The theme will be: 15 Miles on the Erie Canal - Buffalo Waterways. Details at: https://bit.ly/3spyvTm

The mission of EPIC is helping parents, teachers, and community members raise children to become responsible and successful adults.

08/16/2021

Grosh - 2020 Promo

They shred!!! We couldn't be more excited to welcome Grosh to the stage this week at Fountain Plaza for Thursday & Main. See you there!🎸(https://bit.ly/3m6yti4) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bo581pNFUWw&t=1s

Clips are from Grosh's headlining show at the Tralf Music Hall in Buffalo, NY, on March 12th, 2020. GroshBand.com