Here are THE best things to do this week in Buffalo, Western New York, and the Niagara Frontier. This list includes the best things to do including live music, festivals, comedy shows, theater, concerts, sports, nightlife parties and more. Love knowing what’s going on in Buffalo and Western New York? Be the first to know everything from the best new restaurants to coolest events – subscribe to our free email newsletter!
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Ceramics – Kick Wheel ADV
Mon, May 4 +more dates • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Cultural Arts Center • 139 West Main Street Columbus, 43215
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Erik Augis Trio
Fri, May 8 • 5:30 pm
Admission starts at: $10Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215
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Liz Cooper
Tue, May 5 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27.83Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202
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“Best of 2026” Opening Reception
Sun, May 3 • 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Ohio Craft Museum • 1665 West 5th Avenue Columbus, 43212
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Copper Enameling Beginner
Tue, May 5 +more dates • 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cultural Arts Center • 139 West Main Street Columbus, 43215
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Jewelry Making & Beading: Open Studio
Thu, May 7 +more dates • 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Fran Ryan Center • 865 E. Capital Street Columbus, OH 43205
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The Science Behind Pixar
Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, May 25 • All Day
COSI – Center of Science and Industry • 333 West Broad St. Columbus, 43215
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Central Ohio Healthcare Career Summit
Thu, Apr 30 • All Day
Ohio Expo Center – Fair Grounds • 717 East 17th Avenue Columbus, 43211
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Katy Nichole, Claire Leslie: Honest Conversations Tour
Thu, Apr 30 • 6:00 pm
Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215
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Columbus Food Hall Tour
Thu, Apr 30 +more dates • 6:00 pm
Admission starts at: $76• Columbus, OH
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Bootscootin’ Line Dancing Party
Thu, Apr 30 • 7:00 pm
Bluestone • 583 East Broad Street Columbus, 43215
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Jason Salmon
Thu, Apr 30 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $32Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
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Ace of Cups Open Stage
Thu, Apr 30 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $13.40Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202
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Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey
Thu, Apr 30 +more dates • 7:00 pm
Schottenstein Center • 555 Borror Drive Columbus, 43210
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First Friday Tours at the Great Circle with Brad Lepper
Fri, May 1 • 11:00 am
Newark Earthworks Great Circle Earthworks and Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site • Hebron Road Heath, OH
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Ready for Kindergarten Class
Thu, Apr 30 • 11:00 am - 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library • 96 South Grant Avenue Columbus, 43215
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NoW Trio
Sat, May 2 • 7:15 pm
Admission starts at: $30Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215
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Rafi Bastos
Sat, May 2 • 6:30 pm
Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
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John McCutcheon
Thu, Apr 30 • 7:30 pm
Admission starts at: $30Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212
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Leather and Lace: A Music Tribute to the Women of Rock
Thu, Apr 30 • 7:30 pm
Shadowbox Live • 503 South Front Street Columbus, 43215
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Dan Rodriguez
Thu, Apr 30 • 8:00 pm
Admission starts at: $20Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212
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RE:CHARGE Thursday – Cut Rugs, Powers up, and more
Thu, Apr 30 • 8:00 pm
The Summit Music Hall • 2210 Summit Street Columbus, 43201
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The Loren Lounge
Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 3 • Times Vary
Southern Theater • 21 East Main Street Columbus, 43215
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The Magic of Eric Eaton
Fri, May 1 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $32Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
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Orff: Triumph of Aphrodite
Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 2 • 7:30 pm
Ohio Theatre • 39 East State Street Columbus, 43215
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The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight
Fri, May 1 • 8:00 pm
Palace Theatre • 34 West Broad Street Columbus, 43215
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Bumpin Uglies & Ballyhoo!
Sat, May 2 • 6:30 pm
Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201
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Morgan Jay: Goofy Guy Tour
Sat, May 2 • 7:00 pm
Palace Theatre • 34 West Broad Street Columbus, 43215
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Columbus Crew vs. Minnesota United FC
Sat, May 2 • 7:30 pm
ScottsMiracle-Gro Field • 96 Columbus Crew Way Columbus, 43215
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SPACE CAMP: SORA w/ STAYNS [5/2]
Sat, May 2 • 8:00 pm
Admission starts at: $22.99Skully’s Music-Diner • 1151 North High Street Columbus, 43201
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Columbus Fury vs. Atlanta
Sun, May 3 • 2:00 pm
Nationwide Arena • 200 West Nationwide Boulevard Columbus, 43215
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Columbus Crew 2 vs. Inter Miami CF II
Sun, May 3 • 6:00 pm
ScottsMiracle-Gro Field • 96 Columbus Crew Way Columbus, 43215
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