
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.
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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.
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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.



Niawanda Park
Sun Jul 26, 7:00pm
Grant O’Brien, conductor
Sponsored by NYS 140th District Assembly Member Bill Conrad.
