Buffalo Central Terminal

2021 Beau Fleuve Music & Arts Festival
2021-08-29 | NY
One Day Experience & Festival celebrating Music, Arts, and Culture from Buffalo and Western New York. More details to come but Save the Date for this can’t-miss community event!
For more information about the event – go to: https://beaufleuvemusicarts.com/

2nd Annual Backpack Giveaway at the Central Terminal
2021-09-04 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
Join Legislator Howard Johnson and Councilmember Nowakowski for the 2nd Annual Backpack Giveaway at the Buffalo Central Terminal. Pick up a free backpack for your kids headed back to school and enjoy music raffles, and family activities for the morning!
If you plan to pick up a backpack, pre-registration is encouraged by visiting: tinyurl.com/backpackgiveaway2021
This event is hosted in partnership with:
U.S. Congressman Brian Higgins
Senator Tim Kennedy
Buffalo Central Terminal
Unity Coalition Inc.
The Teachers Desk
The Matt Urban Center
The Response to Love Center
**Please note that pre-registration does NOT guarantee a backpack!**
Limit 1 backpack per family if no children present. Maximum 4 backpacks per family and each child must be present to receive. Backpacks are first come, first serve. Supplies limited.
Pre-register at link above – Facebook Event Information here.

Trunk or Treat (Free Event)
2021-10-27 16:00 - 18:00 | NY
Fall is officially here, and we’re already counting down the days to our favorite event of the year: Trunk or Treat!
This event is a free, safe trick-or-treating event for youth and families at the Buffalo Central Terminal where volunteers and community groups decorate the trunks of their vehicles and pass out candy. We will also have donuts & apple cider, prizes, and pumpkins to-go! Stay tuned to our page for updates and mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 27!

DYNGUS DAY 2022 TOUR GIVEAWAY
2022-04-04 - 2022-04-18 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
From now until Dyngus Day, April 18th, 2022, you can enter to win a private tour for yourself and a friend. Just make a gift of $4.18 or more…get it? Visit our contribution page to enter to win!
Several lucky Buffalonians will get an inside peak at the on-going construction and learn more about the Terminal’s next chapter!
Your contribution – added to those of your friends and neighbors – ensures the future of the Buffalo Central Terminal.

Post Dyngus Day Community Cleanup
2022-04-23 11:00 - 15:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
This year we have partnered with the Central Terminal Neighborhood Association to help cleanup the neighborhood after the Dyngus day celebration. We will meet at the Central Terminal at 11am.
Coffee and donuts in the morning as well as lunch will be available for volunteers at Eugene Debbs Hall at 483 Peckham St.
For more information check out the Facebook event page here.

UB Alumni Day of Service
2022-06-04 09:00 - 12:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
Kickoff our UB Alumni Global Days of Service in June with a community effort at the historic Buffalo Central Terminal. Alumni and friends will gather at the iconic landmark to assist the Central Terminal Restoration Corporation with a cleanup of the exterior of the complex. Participants will also enjoy a 30-minute exterior tour of the venue.
Please note: This activity requires physical labor. Attendees must be capable of assisting with general grounds maintenance and wear proper exterior work attire.
Register early for this free event as space is limited. Register here.

Spring Clean Up
2022-06-04 10:00 - 13:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
It’s that time of year again! The Spring Clean Up is here! Come help us get the Terminal ready for summer.
Where: Buffalo Central Terminal
When: Saturday, Jun 4th 10am to 1pm
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We have been living through the deepest sorrow in our community, our city and the nation. This is a time for healing and support with our friends and neighbors. Therefore, we are postponing the Spring Clean-Up from Saturday, May 21 to Saturday, June 4.

These racist killings shake the foundation of all that we stand for at the Terminal. An equitable future is the only future.

In the words of Alexander Wright, general manager and co-founder of the African Heritage Food Co-op, we encourage you to “step in and step up for our community”.

STEP IN and STEP UP

Shakespeare in the Park
2022-06-15 19:00 - 22:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
Join us as the Buffalo Central Terminal kicks off the Shakespeare in the Park 2022 summer season!
For more information visit the Shakespeare in Delaware Park website here.

The Buffalo Flea - Presented by Step Out Buffalo
2022-06-25 10:00 - 2022-06-26 17:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
The Buffalo Flea is an elevated shopping experience hosted by Step Out Buffalo. Featuring creators and curators, this modern flea will take place this summer outside of the iconic Buffalo Central Terminal.
More information on the event can be found here. You can get your tickets now.
Register as a vendor here.
Saturday from 10am to 5pm.
Sunday from 10am to 3pm

Beau Fleuve Community Clean Up
2022-07-23 10:00 - 12:00, 2022-08-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2022-08-29 08:00 - 12:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
Join the Beau Fleuve community from 10am to 12pm for a Community Clean Up ahead of the annual Beau Fleuve Music & Arts Festival! Volunteers will be entered into a raffle for prizes and giveaways.
SIGN UP VIA EMAIL AT BEAUFLEUVECOMMUNITY@GMAIL.COM
VOLUNTEER SIGN UP DEADLINE 7/15/22

Slow Roll at the Central Terminal
2022-08-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
Come admire Broadway-Fillmore’s architectural gems with a nice slow roll around the neighborhood! More details to come!

3rd Annual Back to School Giveaway
2022-08-27 10:30 - 12:30 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
Third annual school supplies drive and backpack giveaway. The supplies drive will be held Aug 2-20th and all donations can be dropped off at Erie County Legislator Howard Johnson’s office at 1367 Fillmore Ave., Buffalo, NY 14211. Additional supplies to be contributed from the Teachers Desk and will be distributed on a first come, first serve basis to families in the Broadway-Fillmore neighborhood.
The event will feature music, activities for kids from the Buffalo Library and Museum of Science, a COVID vaccine clinic, and giveaways from other local nonprofits as well as a backpack pickup. Limit 1 backpack per family if no children present. Maximum 4 backpacks per family and each child must be present to receive. Supplies distributed first come, first serve on a limited basis.

2022 Beau Fleuve Music & Art Celebration
2022-08-28 14:00 - 22:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States

Doors Open Buffalo: In the Neighborhood
2022-09-24 10:00 - 16:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
DOORS OPEN BUFFALO IS BACK … and this year it’s in the neighborhood!

We are excited to announce that in 2022 Explore Buffalo will be opening doors in the historic Broadway/ Fillmore District. On Saturday, September 24, from 10 am – 4 pm, 14 buildings will be on display and open for tours. This event is FREE to the public. We can’t wait to see you all there at Doors Open Buffalo: In the Neighborhood.

The Buffalo Central Terminal will be a participating building in the event, with limited tours available. More details to come!

Trunk or Treat & Seat at the Table
2022-10-25 16:00 - 18:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
Join the Matt Urban Center and Buffalo Central Terminal for our annual Halloween celebration! We’ll have “trunk-or-treating” in the Buffalo Central Terminal parking lot and lots of fun activities set up outside the terminal’s Great Lawn, including face painting, mask making, cider and doughnuts.
This year, let’s celebrate together the launch of Seat at the Table, a community gathering space on the Terminal Great Lawn. Inspired by community input, we are welcoming you to use the Great Lawn with the installation of two extra-long tables and sculptural seating. Thanks to support from the Project for Public Spaces’ Community Placemaking Grants initiative, we were able to work with the The Foundry’s Youth Development Program to design and create these custom pieces for the Terminal. We can’t wait for you your family to have a Seat at the Table!
Rain date: October 26th
Please volunteer with us! Sign up here

Dyngus Day Tour Giveaway 2023
2023-04-01 08:00 - 2023-04-14 17:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
Enter to win a summer hardhat tour of the Buffalo Central Terminal. From now until April 14th enter to win a hardhat history tour for yourself and a friend. Just make a gift of $5 or more on our contribute page and help us preserve this special place!

The winner will be announced at our Post Dyngus Day Clean Up on April 15th from 10am to 1pm.
Please note that only one entry per person will be considered in the drawing. Hardhat tours will be scheduled for the summer.

Spring Clean Up
2023-04-15 10:00 - 13:00 | NY
After any great holiday party comes the clean up party!
Meet us at the Buffalo Central Terminal and join in on the after Dyngus Day neighborhood clean up! We’ll kick off at 10am and then break at 1pm for pizza.
This year we are happy to partner with the Central Terminal Neighborhood Association and the Matt Urban Center to get this clean up party started!
Check out the Facebook event page for more.

Central Terminal Summer Concert Series
2023-07-13 17:00 - 20:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
Meet us at the Terminal for a celebration of neo soul and jazz–blending a piece of history with modern, musical art. The night will feature performances by the ever-talented Rod Bonner, Flute Johnson, and Farrow.
Learn about the artists:
Rod Bonner is a Buffalo native who was destined for a career in music from an early age having been classically trained at the age of 4. Rod’s true passion for music and desire for his own musical voice began when he was introduced to the genres of Jazz, R&B, Funk and Neo-Soul. These addictive styles ignited a flame that has guided Rod’s 20+ year music career, both as a touring musician, producer, and solo artist. Rod has toured with 3-time Grammy Nominated Saxophonist Najee, been a part of national recording artist Doja Cat’s Grammy performance, and has recently formed his own unit, “Rod Bonner & Co,” which highlights the roots of funk, R&B, neo-soul, and jazz.
Carl “Flute” Johnson is a notable and influential Buffalo jazz percussionist. With his roots in the church, Johnson has performed across the region and built a cult following in the jazz scene. Many local artists credit Flute Johnson as an instrumental influence and inspiration for their love of music.
Farrow is a Rock ‘n Soul band from Buffalo, New York with thought-provoking lyrics and infectious melodies. This diverse group of musicians creates songs that make you move to the movement and savor everyday joys like eating a fried pierogi dipped in hot sauce. Led by producer/bass player André Pilette and singer/lyricist Michael Farrow, the band features Tim Webb on drums, Michael Ruopoli on percussion, Cory Clancy on guitar, Rufus “Breezy” Cole Jr. on keys, and Danielle Johnson on backing vocals.

SPONSORED BY:

Councilmember Mitch Nowakowski
Legislator Howard Johnson

Shakespeare at the Terminal
2023-07-21 19:00 - 22:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
Follow a Shakespearean acting troupe of 4 as they are preparing to perform some of Shakespeare’s Greatest Hits for all of WNY, in celebration of a monumental and momentous occasion in Buffalo history!!! Scenes from As You Like It, Much Ado…, R&J, Pericles, Measure for Measure, Julius Caesar, Hamlet, and many more!
The Players: Emily Bassett, Heather Casseri, Connor Graham & Nathanial Higgins
Seating not provided – Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or chair seating. Picnics welcome!
FREE ENTRY

Organizer: Shakespeare in Delaware Park
View the full touring show schedule from Shakespeare in Delaware Park here:
https://shakespeareindelawarepark.org/2023-tour-locations/

Central Terminal Summer Concert Series
2023-07-27 17:00 - 20:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
Meet us at the Terminal for a night heavy in soulful, funky, and gospel-filled performances featuring the talented Jukeboxx Band and Kimera Lattimore. We’ll also have local food trucks and vendors on site.
Learn about the artists:
Jukeboxx Band is a local neo soul and funk band featuring Cal Parmer, Anthony Payne, Brandon Sherman, and Harp Sinclar. Jukeboxx has performed at the Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers’ Solstice Celebration, the Next Gen Collective’s “Celebrating Our Buffalo Heroes”, and is set to play at the BPO’s Opening Doors event on June 23rd, 2023.
Kimera Lattimore is best known for being a singer, songwriter, producer, and vocal coach. She is also an Elder and Founder of Alpha Rose Omega Inc. and in the next coming season she will also be a Doctor of Theology from Buffalo, NY. Being the daughter of parents who are both musically inclined, Kimera discovered a love for music at a very young age. At the age of 7, Kimera began singing at churches in WNY being identified as the “Little girl with the Big voice” winning numerous vocal competitions in her adolescence. In the present day, Kimera serves as the Assistant Creative Director at The Renovation Church, which is her home church.

SPONSORED BY:

Councilmember Mitch Nowakowski
Legislator Howard Johnson

Family Movie Night
2023-07-31 20:45 - 22:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
Join us on the Great Lawn for a Family Movie Night featuring the movie “Zootopia” on Monday, July 31st at Dusk.
Bring the family, blankets, lawn chairs, and snacks. FREE theater-style popcorn will be provided!

SPONSORED BY:

Councilmember Mitch Nowakowski
Legislator Howard Johnson

Central Terminal Summer Concert Series
2023-08-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
Join us on the Great Lawn to celebrate the talented Will Holton, RNSM, and Celina Graves for a night of jazz, Latin, merengue, R&B, and pop influences. The night will feature local food trucks and community vendors in addition to the music.
Learn about the artists:
Will Holton is a Buffalo-bred saxophonist who draws inspiration from Jazz, R&B, and Soul artists. An ambassador for the country’s largest Juneteenth Festival, he has also performed at statewide music festivals including Buffalo’s Pine Grill Reunion, Rochester’s Roc the Park and Afrikan American Festivals, Syracuse’s CNY Jazz Festival, and annual performance in White Plains, NY, and Washington DC.
RNSM is an unparalleled group of Buffalo musicians, performing as a trio, quartet, or quintet. RNSM’s sound is a refreshing fusion of several genres – from Funk, Jazz, and Pop, to R&B – and it is Latin Rhythms that continue to drive the band’s unique sound.
Celina Graves was born into early 90’s music, surrounded by the funky sounds of new R&B, jazz, hip hop, and the music of her father, who as a professional musician, played and wrote at home. California-born and bred, Celina strives to inspire people to be themselves and never change for anyone or anything. In addition to progressing to the semifinal round of season 15 of Americas Got Talent T.V. show, she sang the National Anthem for the 2020 San Diego MLB Playoff game and their 2021 season opener along with the MLS LA Galaxy game.
SPONSORED BY:

Councilmember Mitch Nowakowski
Legislator Howard Johnson

Health is Wealth
2023-08-12 09:00 - 12:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
Join us for a day of celebrating that HEALTH IS WEALTH at the Terminal! Healthy minds and healthy bodies are key in our community. Bring your friends, family and neighbors for FREE Yoga, Pilates, Bootcamp Exercises, MMA Demonstrations, health & wellness educational vendors, health testing, and even more community partners.
Reserve your spot in our FREE Fitness Classes & Demonstrations here.

Celebrate your health Saturday, August 12th from 9:00am to 12:00pm.
Fitness Activities provided by:
HEAL BFLO – Yoga from 9am to 10am
GCOPE Fitness – Bootcamp Class from 10am to 10:45am
WNY Mixed Martial Arts & Fitness – MMA Demo
GoBike – Bike Repairs, Rodeo, and MORE
Y on the Fly – Youth Activities
Community Vendors:

EPIC – Every Person Influences Children
Melanated Moms
VA Western NY Healthcare System
Evergreen Health Services
CSL Plasma
Parent Network of WNY
Grace House
Brick Academy
Erie County Health Department
Harm & Reduction | BFLO Resilience
Buffalo Vet Center

SPONSORED BY:

Councilmember Mitch Nowakowski
Legislator Howard Johnson

4th Annual Back to School Giveaway
2023-08-19 10:30 - 12:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
“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 Weekend
2023-08-24 14:00 - 2023-08-27 21:00 | NY
Beau Fleuve Music & Arts strives to celebrate all music, arts and culture. In 2017, they launched the Annual Beau Fleuve Music & Arts Celebration in Buffalo, NY. Now, they have grown the celebration to span the entire weekend!
Stay tuned for more event details!
Get your early bird tickets NOW.

Beau Fleuve Music & Arts Celebration
2023-08-27 14:00 - 22:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
THE BIGGEST EVENT OF THE SUMMER IS BACK!
The celebration will kick off at 2:00 PM with an intimate Happy Hour where participants can choose to enjoy live DJ sets, live podcasts, and drink specials. Everyone from cocktail-desiring adults to fun-loving children are welcome as the hour-long special will also be featuring a newly added Family Fun Zone. Led by the Explore & More Children’s Museum, the interactive add-on will include balloon making, face painting, caricature drawing, and more for everyone to enjoy.
Get your tickets NOW.

Performing Live

National Touring Slacker Pop Duo SUPER AMERICAN
Buffalo’s own & featured on AMERICAN IDOL’S Season 21 as a Top 20 Contender MATT WILSON
Rising Hip Hop Goddess CHE NOIR, from BOSTON– R&B Singer CD ROSE
Grace Greenan
Free Music Party
Farrow
Inner City Bedlam
Underrated Evolution
Jon Jon
Kota Sovia
Leale
Spacebound
Dom Brown
G Premacy
OG Sole
Skillie Vanillie
Backpack Mafia

Speciality Curated Performances
~ Beau Fleuve Exclusive. Return to the stage in celebration of renowned artist EDREYS WAJED which will feature a remedy of his song from his days as a Buffalo Hip Hop Pioneer Billy Drease Williams infused with an Art experience. Sponsored by Buffalo Central Terminal & Arts Services Inc.
~ FROM NYC, LEGENDARY deejay TED SMOOTH aka “The King of The Remix” will be rocking the crowd with a tribute to “CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF HIP HOP”
~ DJ AVEE & FRIENDS featuring sensational Bachata & Merenge Tipico BAND LIGHT and more.
~ DPONDRUMS JAM SESSION & Producer TONEY BOI’S LIVE MIXTAPE will provide a unique and interactive flare to this year’s celebration.
~ Bringing you a Live on Stage Podcast – The Wellness Bestie, Entrepreneur, and Favorite Virgo HEAL HOT GIRL PODCAST

DJ Sets
by DJ P, DJ RUPTION, DJ UNK, JAY GETS BUSY, JOEY BAMBINO, DJ MANNIE FRESH, & MORE

The Arts
~ “CAFÉ“ curated by artist & fashion designer BILLIE ESSCO will have a café inspired set design featuring his iconic CAFÉ clothing brand, Sponsored by Burchfield Penney Art Center
~ “LIBERTY PAINT SPLASH SET” curated by MANDELA HUFF will feature a messy painted library book wall with live photoshoot with a few models I’ll invite involving colored power/ powder bombs and paint. Sponsored by Buffalo Central Terminal & Arts Services Inc.
~ “DENIM WALL” curated by NEKEA BROWN will feature her sought-after Denim Wall with a picnic twist full of the things that make the Beau Fleuve Music Festival special, lots of summer colors, love, diversity, and something that brings everyone together. Picnics have always been a great way to bring in different groups of people to share food and listen to music. Sponsored by Buffalo Central Terminal & Arts Services Inc.
~ “WELCOME” curated by VINNY ALEJANDRO will feature a graffiti-inspired Beau Fleuve Welcome sign for guests to take their selfies and family photos. Sponsored by Buffalo Central Terminal & Arts Services Inc.
Exhibiting Artists will include XOJOITA NEESE RICH CONNER CHADDERDON ROZ PAINTED IT, FREDZDAARTIST CARGO SANTANA CASHIS GREEN HOOLY KYLIE PRISCILLA SHANTELLE PATTON PHIL BROWN CAMERON OSBORNE & MORE

Family, Fun, & Farmers Market
2023-09-23 10:00 - 13:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
Come join us for a day filled with family, fun, and fresh produce at the Buffalo Central Terminal! Our Family, Fun, & Farmers market is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the return of fall with an array of kids games and activities and a wide variety of delicious, locally made goodies.
We’ve also partnered with Feed Buffalo who will be providing 300 families with FREE PRODUCE at the market! Bring your loved ones and enjoy a fun-filled day exploring the market, sampling tasty treats, and supporting local businesses.
We can’t wait to see you there!

Oktoberfest
2023-10-22 11:00 - 16:00 | Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY, 14212, United States
Join us for OKTOBERFEST at the Buffalo Central Terminal Sunday, October 22nd from 11-4pm.

Live Music
Bills Watch Party
Petting Farm
Hayrides
Pumpkin Decorating
Delicious Food
Exclusive “Central Terminale” launch by Buffalo Brewing Company

THE MUSIC ~ Coming to you with a mix of Hip-Hop, Rhythm and Blues, Soul, and Gospel-inspired sets.

DJ P-Nasty – 11 am
Free Music Party – 1 pm
Miller and The Other Sinners – 3pm

THE FOOD ~ We’ve got Shish Kabob Heaven with the SAUSAGES, Avenue29 Foods with the PLANT BASED delicacies, KT Caribbean Cuisine with that CARIBBEAN FLAVOR, and Catering by Marjorie with those artisan GERMAN COOKIES.
THE DRINK ~ Our neighbors over at Buffalo Brewing Company will launch the “Central Terminale,” at OKTOBERFEST. This specially brewed brown ale will feature our Buffalo Central Terminal! We’ve also got beer, wine, cider and MORE served up by Bully Hill Vineyards, Tree Hugger Hard Cider, LLC, Blue Groove Coffee, and Bubba’s Loganberry.

SPONSORED BY:

Councilmember Mitch Nowakowski
Legislator Howard Johnson
