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Buffalo Outer Harbor

4.5 (32 reviews)
InexpensiveMusic Venues
Open • 6:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Ashlie L.

Get venue with tons on space. Grass areas, tents, chairs, rocks. It was just a super chill space. We enjoyed the pizza truck and dessert van! Yum! We WILL be back.

a beautiful sunset over the water
Jessica R.

The Buffalo outer harbor is my favorite place in Buffalo. It's only 5 minutes from my house so I come here quite often to walk my dogs, ride my bike, ride the boat, and attend events. Its a beautiful green space with lots of biking trails and tons of scenic overlooks. There are several places to stop along the water front. There's plenty of parking lined along the entire waterfront as well.

I see you, seagull. Stop trying to blend in
Fox E.

This is where I chose to "out" my gf as a porn actress to the Yelp community, so it's called Buffalo Out-her Harbor for that reason. As far as I know, this Harbor is not used to Harbor fugitives, but even it was, it would not change the fact that it's a spectacularly gorgeous place to visit and explore in WNY. Buffalo is such an underrated City, and the spectacular outer harbor is a great reason why. One of many reasons actually. A lot of people think of Buffalo as a run-down industrial city. It's been rejuvenated a lot but one thing it always has had is spectacular natural beauty. Come down to the harbor and see for yourself. The city is known as the Queen City, and the majestic views of this part of the city will make you feel like a Queen. But not in that sense. But maybe that too. It's your business. And I fully support it.

Jurel H.

If the out doors and being close to nature is your thing. This is one of the best places to come to. You have so much you can do and see. Such as, riding your bike on the bike paths. Many people enjoy the fact there is so much open space for picnicking, or even just sitting out on the lawn reading a book. There's also a place for kayaks, and there bikes and other water activities that you can rent. I believe there are concerts here as well, but that is only in the summer.

Angelita G.

I've been on the Miss Buffalo a few times in my life time. It's always nice to take a boat ride and enjoy the scenery. The price differs depends on what time of the day your ride is. My family and I did the 2pm cruise for $22 per adult over the age of 12 and $12 per child 11 and younger. They sell snacks and beverages on the boat. No outside food or beverages are allowed on the boat. I would recommend purchasing your tickets ahead of time or online.

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Denise H.

Great place to go jogging, bike riding or just walking your furry friend.Theres the skateboard ramps to enjoy too.You can also pack a lunch and bask in the beauty ot the water and beautiful scenery. In the summer they have the buffalo outer harbor concert series, you can purchase a ticket to see some top name acts.

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Diane H.

This is a beautiful park to go walking the dog, rollerblading, bike riding or jogging. Perfect place to pack a picnic sit back , relax and enjoy the water.There is so much here to observe and do.Lets not forget about the buffalo outer harbor concerts where you purchase a ticket and can see some major recordings artists on stage.

Flatman statue from a bit further away.
Sarah D.

This is a great outdoor area to walk, ride bikes, walk your dog, or just sit and relax. It's so beautiful on a gorgeous day like today. It stretches from the Coast Guard (where the lighthouse route is) to different marinas. There are trails where you can walk that go on for miles. One takes you up to some cool metal that swirls in the wind and makes neat designs. When we're not in a pandemic, you can rent bikes and kayaks. I love that it isn't overdeveloped. The best part is, I finally found the Flatman Statue today. It made my whole day. It was originally at the Griffis Sculpture Park in East Otto, NY. It now sits in the Buffalo Outer Harbor. If you walk far down the one walking path, it's right near the water. Come down and take a walk to check out the cool statue and then gaze at the water!!!

Roux, about to go on our walk at the Outer Harbor.
Gaelyn C.

Man, I can't believe I just started walking my dog here and missed out when the weather was a little nicer. I love the trails and park area. My dog, a slightly shaky and recently rescued chihuahua, also loves this place and is a little less shaky when we walk here (nervous dog out in the wild). We have been going here a few times a week for the past two weeks or so and each time try a new trail, start from a new place or go a little further each time. If you time it right, the General Mills factory wafts the sweet smell of baking cheerios in the air while you walk by the water. This must be one of my favorite sents in the entire world and now I get to walk my dog at sunset by the water while smelling literally tons of baking Cheerios. I don't know if my dog Roux can smell the Cheerios but I think she can admire it too. I also like this place because the trails offer a nice mix of by the water, in the grass, and more wooded areas so no one gets bored while walking. A few of the trails also have a scenic view of the Buffalo downtown area. Other dog owners, so far, are also very courteous which is a plus. One thing to consider, it gets pretty windy in the colder months so dress very warm.

Concessions stand!
Vicky B.

Wow, can't believe I didn't know this park existed until today. Nice spot (and wasn't busy at all on a Saturday with nice weather, surprising) to see the water and just relax. There's plenty of Adirondack chairs and picnic tables, as well as a concessions stand that has some food, ice cream, and local craft beers on tap and or in cans! Prices are fair too! There's also corn hole, giant connect 4, and other lawn games. Good spot for any age group or family to enjoy. Come to the Buffalo Outer Harbor to: -Sit and relax in wooden Adirondack chairs and enjoy a nice view of the water -Picnic -Fly a kite -Go for a walk, run, bike, or roller blade on the paved bike trails -Launch a kayak -Enjoy a cold local brew or treat Parking: Free. There's a small parking lot that holds about 10-15 cars, but there's also tons of parking along the road.

New gazebo and beautiful wind sculptures overlook Lake Erie.
Christina H.

Although Yelp lists this as a "music venue," that is somewhat misleading. This whole area has so much to offer for walkers, runners, bikers, picnic-goers, families. It's beautiful with a breathtaking view of Lake Erie, downtown Buffalo and the wind turbines. There is a nature preserve (and no, I'm not talking about Tift), a couple manmade beaches, benches, boardwalks and access to the coast guard station and Buffalo's beautiful, historic lighthouse. I would love to see some very small businesses scattered throughout. A seasonal ice cream hut, another restaurant/bar (I am not a huge fan of Dug's Dive but it's better than nothing). It is also not easily accessible from downtown if you are on bike. By car, just take the Skyway to Furhmann Blvd. I'm excited to see all the development down here!

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Cool looking spot but the park is packed. This is our third time here. We are done. Probably never coming back.

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you can't hear the band from the "premium " section. you basically pay extra for no music

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Great place for a long walk/bike ride or a day at the park! The trails seemed pretty clean/well maintained.

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The Cave

4.7(6 reviews)
4.7 mi•Black Rock

I met a friend here two weeks ago for a concert. We came to see Mary & Friends. It was Mary Ramsey…read morefrom 10,000 Maniacs with some of her friends. They played and sang jazzy tunes. Her bass player is amazing! He sounds like Brad Paisley! I have no musical talent so it really moved me how well he played the bass. The other artists played well too! The venue is fantastic. It was my first time here. Sportsman's Tavern bought the venue three or four years ago. It isn't a dive bar like Sportsman's Tavern though. It's much more intimate. It's classier too. I liked the way they had the tables set up. I loved the stage area too. There is a small bar area where you can order drinks. There was also a waitress coming around asking if we wanted drinks or food. They have a small menu, and the food sounded good, but I wasn't hungry. You can park on the street or in their small parking lot, which holds about 25/30 spots. You'll enter the venue via a dark door near the front parking spot. There is much more room inside, than how it looks from their lot. The lot was a bit hard to find. I ended up driving around the block and then I noticed it. I'd love to come back here and see another concert soon!

I went for the first time last weekend and was genuinely surprised at how fun it was. Some overall…read morenotes from the night: - Bring earplugs!! - decent amount of parking in the lot (~15 cars?) - I got there at 7:45 and there were only a few spots left. Best to get there early! - at 7:45, most tables were taken. By 8:30 the crowd was packed at the bar and there almost wasn't enough room to even stand (maybe it's not normally that busy?) - bathrooms were clean and spacious - staff were all friendly - i recommend buying your ticket online ahead of time. I had to go early to buy one at the door (when I called at 7, they said they expected it to sell out before 8) - it looks a little odd from the outside, but The Cave is definitely a cool spot to stop at if you like live music!

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Buffalo Iron Works

Buffalo Iron Works

3.7(106 reviews)
0.4 mi•Cobblestone District, Downtown
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We had our wedding reception at Iron Works in September with about 180 guests, and we could not…read morehave been happier with how everything turned out! Amanda, the event coordinator, was amazing to work with from start to finish. She was incredibly helpful, met with us multiple times to make sure all the details were worked out, and went above and beyond to make our event exactly what we wanted. We loved that we were able to customize so much of the space and make it feel like our own. Amanda also worked closely with our wedding coordinator to handle setup, which made the entire process so easy for us. We were even able to borrow some of Iron Works'/Amanda's personal décor, which saved us money and the headache of having to purchase everything ourselves. She also helped us design an image for the video wall, which was such a cool feature to have displayed on the stage! The vibe of the venue was exactly what we were looking for. We wanted more of a fun wedding celebration/party rather than a traditional wedding reception, and Iron Works was perfect for that. We did not have a sit-down dinner, and instead had plenty of food, drinks, dancing, and time for everyone to hang out. The vast majority of our guests really seemed to love this style of celebration. We also found that we spent less than we would have at a more traditional wedding venue, while still having an amazing and memorable event. The audio was another huge highlight. Props to the audio team! It was so cool having our wedding at a venue that is designed for music. We had a DJ, and the sound was incredible. I think Iron Works would be especially awesome for anyone considering a live band. The bar staff was also fantastic -- super attentive, quick with drinks, and just had great vibes throughout the night. We did a consumption bar, which was a really nice option and gave us some additional flexibility. Setup and breakdown were also incredibly easy for us. Amanda and our wedding coordinator handled everything, so we really didn't have to worry about the logistics. We were also able to leave some things behind and pick them up the next day, which was a huge help after a long night of celebrating. Overall, we are thrilled that we chose Iron Works for our reception. The flexibility, atmosphere, staff, and ability to customize everything made it such a great fit for the type of celebration we wanted. We would absolutely recommend Iron Works to anyone looking for a wedding venue that feels a little less traditional and a lot more like a party. We're already looking for reasons to plan another event there!

If you're looking for cool live music off the beaten path, this is the place. I came here for the…read moreVindy's show in June and had a nice time. There is mostly standing room for the venue, with some tables on the main level and a small balcony level for tables. I think everything was still walk-up service at the bar for that night. I didn't get any food and only had water to drink (stay hydrated!), but it looked like a pretty expansive menu for drinks. I was a little wary about the immediate surrounding area, since the streets immediately around the venue were cobblestone. This made it kind of hard to walk, when it wasn't super well lit. I was also confused by the parking arrangement in the area, since it seemed like the garage had some access restriction and the parking around the backside of the building also had confusing signage. This is not a criticism of the business whatsoever, just an important note for the other aspects of your visit.

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Buffalo Iron Works - We loved the chalk drawing of our Buffalo Bills on the VIP Balcony Ceiling!

We loved the chalk drawing of our Buffalo Bills on the VIP Balcony Ceiling!

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Babeville

Babeville

4.6(35 reviews)
1.5 mi•Downtown
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Great live music venue in Buffalo, NY. They have on site…read moreparking but there were no spots available when we arrived. Street parking was free and easy to find. We parked right across from the venue. The venue is located in a refurbished church and the highlight for me was seeing all the fixtures including pews and glass stained windows still in tact. Getting in was easy they just checked our ids and scanned our tickets. Short walk from the entrance to the actual music area. There is a floor standing room area you can watch the music, as well as two elevated seating areas. The seats were pews and very roomy. It was nice to be able to sit and enjoy the show free from the crowds. The sound quality was mostly good but at times I found it was very loud and hard to hear what the musician was saying. Didn't get any drinks or use the bathroom, so I can't comment on this aspect. Overall, I thought this was a great venue.

This was the first time I have been here for a concert. My previous visits were for a fund raiser;…read morethere were no chairs set up, only vendors. I could not judge the space as a concert hall. My estimate is a capacity of 400-500 chairs, in rows of 14 the floor, plus the balcony. I was there to see Judy Collins, who still has a wonderful voice. (She is 87). A friend asked why she was not performing in the Mary Seton room at Kleinhans Music Hall. I think the acoustics are better here, as are the slightly padded chairs. It is certainly more intimate.

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Town Ballroom

Town Ballroom

4.0(92 reviews)
1.5 mi•Downtown
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Great concert venue…read more We arrived shortly after doors for Lights last night and easily secured a great spot behind the railing of yhe first elevated tier. The set up is the ground surrounded by a few higher tiers so there's not a bad spot in the building. My husband had no problems coming and going for drinks, which were inexpensive, especially for a concert venue. Great sound and screens on either side but you should have a good view even in the back. Great service, too.

My sister-in-law wanted to go to Emo night at this venue and she decided to ask my husband and I to…read morego with her. I haven't been to many shows since covid and I was super excited to get out and have a blast. It did not disappoint. The show was great and we all a great time. I was pleasantly surprised to see that when I went to use the restroom there was an attendant there with a table full of basic necessities. I've traveled a lot and I've seen this type of service before but I was surprised to see it at Town Ballroom (in the best way possible). It's a nice touch especially when there's a million things you forget when you go out to the bar and don't want to have to carry a million things. Overall it was a great night. There weren't a ton of people there so it getting drinks at the bar was easy. The bar out front is great and the drinks are always on point. It's really cool the way they have giant pictures of a lot of the artists that have performed there over the years. The bar in the back is ok. The bartender seemed annoyed and was damn near inconvenienced by us standing at the bar but I just ignored his ass and enjoyed my night. It was a great night and I look forward to more shows.

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Town Ballroom - Lining up. Doors opened at 7 pm. The concert started an hour later.

Lining up. Doors opened at 7 pm. The concert started an hour later.

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Mohawk Place - Cobwebs everywhere. If the sprinklers came on, I'd get covered with dust.

Mohawk Place

3.8(40 reviews)
1.1 mi•Downtown
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Came to see a band. We got our tickets in advance and were able to show them at the door. Simple…read moreprocess. Great ambiance with interesting photos and stickers plaster throughout. They also have a pool table and juke box you can use at a cost. The venue had drinks specials available and posted. They also had food options to choose from. We didn't partake in any of these options. Bathroom was clean with two stalls available. The only problem I had was the venue was very warm the entire evening with very few options for cool air. I only saw two fans and this wasn't enough with a large crowd. We stepped outside often because it was just too hot in there.

Mohawk Place is back, and after finally stopping in during its reopening weekend, I can happily say…read morethe place still has all the charm that makes it a Buffalo favorite. The new management seems to be off to a great start, and the combination of live music, dive bar atmosphere, and friendly vibes makes it the kind of spot that's easy to spend an entire evening in. We grabbed a couple of cocktails and settled in before going to a comedy show at Key Bank Center. Food-wise, we ordered a sampler featuring their steak sandwich with caramelized onions, house-made chips, 3 wings, and potato salad. I don't know if this will be offered in the future or if it was more for their soft opening. The steak sandwich was the standout for me. It came with a piece of strip steak that may not have been the fanciest cut, but it was flavorful and hit the spot. The chips were perfectly crunchy and dangerously addictive. I honestly could've eaten an entire bag of them. The potato salad was another pleasant surprise, creamy and flavorful without being overloaded with onions like so many versions are. If the reopening weekend is any indication, Mohawk Place is a great bar to grab a drink, and enjoy some surprisingly good food.

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Mohawk Place - Large stage is great for bands.

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Electric City

Electric City

3.5(8 reviews)
1.4 mi•Downtown

FRAUDULENT TICKET SALES!!! FAKE TICKETS - SCAM…read more **BUYER BEWARE** Website online FATSOMA.COM is selling tickets to events at this venue, however, it is fraud and is a scam. Google search "Fatsoma.com and fraudulent event ticket sales online". You will find hundreds of complaints about this platform based in England (UK). Electric City is allowing tickets to their events to be sold on this Fatsoma platform. Electric City is not doing anything to stop it, and that is allowing it to continue!!! Employees of Electric City WERE AWARE of the online scam/fraud, but yet..... they chose to say nothing to the public when customers had reached out inquiring about the legitimacy of the tickets. Electric City knew about the issue and chose to say nothing!!!!! That is pretty insane to believe ......Electric City... why would you not protect your customers and patrons? Why would you not post a warning on your website? Why would you not inform people that are calling in asking what is going on? Sit in silence ....EXCELLENT PLAN! Shame on you!!!!!!

I haven't been here before, so decided to check it out with a friend. We went to see The Birthday…read moreMassacre, a band I was familiar with from my college years. We got reserved tables, which came with its own bar area. The drinks were a little bit cheaper than the menus they have online. The staff was friendly, getting in was easy, parking was not an issue, and I was a huge fan of the sound system. In fact, going to this venue made me realize that I prefer indoor concerts, especially here, over anything outdoors. I am not a fan of heavy metal, but I also enjoyed the opening heavy metal band.

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