Summer

Join us for more music this summer!

From free concerts in the parks to special performances at Buffalo’s Outer Harbor, Artpark and Kleinhans Music Hall, we look forward to performing across Western New York this summer. Check out our full summer schedule below.

Ticketed Events

Sound & Sky
Independence Eve Celebration with fireworks

Fri Jul 3, 7:45pm
Buffalo Outer Harbor Terminal B

JoAnn Falletta, conductor

A summer night at Buffalo’s Outer Harbor with JoAnn Falletta and the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, celebrating the spirit of America through music.  From sweeping orchestral favorites to iconic themes, Western New Yorkers can gather together for a powerful celebration of America250, culminating in a glittering fireworks display over Lake Erie.

Tickets Required: Free GA; VIP Available

Music of The Grateful Dead with the BPO & Crazy Fingers

Fri Jul 17, 7:30pm
Kleinhans Music Hall

Bradley Thachuk, conductor

Celebrate the music and spirit of one of America’s most iconic bands as the BPO joins forces with Crazy Fingers for an unforgettable evening at Kleinhans. Conducted by Bradley Thachuk, this high-energy collaboration blends the power of a full orchestra with the sound of one of the most renowned Grateful Dead tribute bands for a vibrant concert experience inspired by the legendary music of the Grateful Dead.

Candlelight Concert

Sun Jul 19
Artpark Mainstage

1pm Complimentary Wine and Cheese Reception
2pm String Duo performance by BPO musicians Brett Shurtliffe, associate principal double bass and Loren Silvertrust, violin.

Patron Appreciation Concert

Thu Jul 23, 7:30pm
Kleinhans Music Hall

Presented by Bond, Schoeneck & King.

Free Performances

Beaver Island State Park

Tue Jul 7, 7:00pm

Grant O’Brien, conductor

Presented with support from Niagara Falls State Park, Beaver Island State Park, New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, and in-park partner, Montante International.

Concert for Unity

Fri Jul 10, 7:30pm
Elim Christian Fellowship

Grant O’Brien, conductor
Buffalo United Community Choir
Karen Saxon, BUCC director
Ella E. Robinson, BUCC director
George Brown, BUCC director

Presented with support from National Grid.

North Park Community School #50
(Formerly North Park Academy)

Thu Jul 16, 7:00pm

Grant O’Brien, conductor

Sponsored by Delaware District Council Member Joel Feroleto.

Clarence Town Park

Wed Jul 22, 7:30pm

Grant O’Brien, conductor

Sponsored by Kelly Schultz Antiques.

Academy Park, Lewiston

Fri Jul 24, 7:00pm

Grant O’Brien, conductor

Sponsored by Anthony DiMino.

Niawanda Park

Sun Jul 26, 7:00pm

Grant O’Brien, conductor

Sponsored by NYS 140th District Assembly Member Bill Conrad.