Category: Buffalo

Buffalo Central Terminal Announces Winter Fest Coming This December

The Buffalo Central Terminal invites the WNY community to join in seasonal merriment at the inaugural Winter Fest. As the cold weather sets in, Buffalo Central Terminal’s outdoor Winter Fest event promises a heartwarming and memorable experience for attendees of all ages.

Winter Fest at the Terminal features an ice sculpture display, horse-drawn carriage rides, a variety of winter characters, live saxophone performance and DJ music from Will Holton, Victorian-themed carolers, AKG Art Truck kids’ activity, and more.

The Central Terminal Restoration Corp. (CTRC) is a 501c3c non-profit organization driven by a mission to develop the Buffalo Central Terminal – a majestic historic landmark – as a lasting cultural and economic hub for the community. The CTRC has cared for this living landmark for more than 20 years. A prominent feature of Buffalo’s East Side and the Broadway-Fillmore neighborhood, the Buffalo Central Terminal is an opportunity to ignite a shared vision for a new future. The 2021 community-driven Master Plan re-establishes the Terminal as a vibrant local and regional destination—a beacon that attracts people and investment, celebrates and fosters community voice, and shapes broader equitable development.

Buffalo Central Terminal‘s Winter Fest is the perfect opportunity to embrace the winter spirit, bundle up for an outdoor celebration, and create lasting memories with friends and family, so clear your calendar on Saturday, December 9th, from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm.

“These events at Buffalo Central Terminal are all about uniting our diverse East Buffalo community. We’re creating an inclusive space right in our very own neighborhood where families can come together and celebrate the season without having to venture out of the heart of the city.”
Lindsey Taylor, events consultant for the Buffalo Central Terminal.

EVENT FEATURES

Ice Sculpture Exhibition: Renowned artist Stan Kolonko from The Ice Farm will craft a 7-ft tall Terminal Tower and other impressive ice sculptures.

Horse Drawn Carriage Rides: Enjoy scenic rides against the backdrop of Buffalo Central Terminal in charming horse-drawn carriages.

Winter Characters: Meet popular winter characters Elsa and Olaf from Frozen, the Grinch, and a festive Toy Soldier.

Live Jazz and DJ Music: Will Holton returns to the Terminal for a live saxophone and DJ performance.

Victorian-Themed Carolers: Experience the spirit of the season with holiday favorites performed by a trio of Victorian-themed carolers.

AKG Art Truck: Encourage creativity at the AKG Art Truck, offering engaging artistic activities for kids.

Crafts for All Ages: My Victorious Lifestyle will offer candle decorating for all ages.

Hot Beverages: Bubba’s Blue Coffee & Logan Berry will offer hot beverages for attendees to enjoy.

Winter Fest at the Buffalo Central Terminal is completely free to enter, and all are welcome. For more information and event updates, please visit the Buffalo Central Terminal website.

December 3, 2023
Avenged Sevenfold To Kick Of North American Tour In Buffalo

Avenged Sevenfold announced the third leg of their North American “Life Is But A Dream… Tour,” set to kick off in Buffalo on March 6. Featuring special guests Poppy and Sullivan King, the tour includes 16 shows across the country for an exciting new leg of the tour.

Avenged Sevenfold formed in 1999 in Huntington Beach, CA, and have released seven studio albums and sold over 8 million copies since their beginnings. Now consisting of M. Shadows (vocals), Zacky Vengeance (rhythm guitar), Synyster Gates (lead guitar), Johnny Christ (bass), and Brooks Wackerman (drums), the group is promoting their most recent full-length release, Life Is But a Dream…

Photo Credit: Steve Thrasher

The third leg of the Life Is But A Dream… Tour kicks off on March 6 with a show at Buffalo’s KeyBank Center. The band will make stops in Toronto, Cleveland, Indianapolis, Pittsburgh, and Raleigh, before finishing off with a show at Newark, NJ’s Prudential Center on March 31.

General onsale for tickets will begin on December 1 at 10AM. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale. More information is available at avengedsevenfold.com and LiveNation.com.

AVENGED SEVENFOLD LIFE IS BUT A DREAM…NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES LEG 3:

Wed Mar 06 – Buffalo, NY – KeyBank Center

Thu Mar 07 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena

Sat Mar 09 – Cleveland, OH – Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse

Mon Mar 11 – Grand Rapids, MI – Van Andel Arena

Wed Mar 13 – Cincinnati, OH – Heritage Bank Center

Fri Mar 15 – Des Moines, IA – Wells Fargo Arena

Sat Mar 16 – Lincoln, NE – Pinnacle Bank Arena*

Mon Mar 18 – Moline, IL – Vibrant Arena at The Mark

Tue Mar 19 – Indianapolis, IN – Gainbridge Fieldhouse

Thu Mar 21 – Uncasville, CT – Mohegan Sun Arena

Sat Mar 23 – Manchester, NH – SNHU Arena

Mon Mar 25 – Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena

Tue Mar 26 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena

Thu Mar 28 – Knoxville, TN – Thompson–Boling Arena

Fri Mar 29 – Raleigh, NC – PNC Arena

Sun Mar 31 – Newark, NJ – Prudential Center

*Without Sullivan King, Featuring Support from Vended

November 30, 2023
Catch Holiday Jazz in Buffalo All Season Long

This holiday season, Buffalo’s local venues Seneca One and The Canterbury Woods Performing Arts Center will host a variety of Christmas festivities with holiday jazz for all. The events feature A Charlie Brown Christmas presented at both venues for a total of three shows, as well as the “In The Christmas City” Jazz Concert, featuring rising jazz vocalist Corinne Mammana.

Seneca One will present A Charlie Brown Christmas on December 2 at 7:30PM and December 3 at 2PM. The Ed Croft Trio will perform the beloved soundtrack by Vince Guaraldi. Ed Croft will lead the performance with story anecdotes between songs, celebrating the adored holiday classic movie. Tickets are available for December 2 and December 3.

Corinne Mammana

Seneca One will follow with a holiday jazz concert titled “In The Christmas City” on December 8. The show stars rising jazz vocalist Corinne Mammana, combining jazz with timeless holiday traditions. Mammana has not just vocal skills, but is also a songwriter, arranger, recording artist, and bandleader sure to deliver a wonderful performance. Tickets are available here.

Finally, The Canterbury Woods Performing Arts Center will also present “A Charlie Brown Christmas” on December 13 led by the Ed Croft Trio. The Trio consists of Ed Croft, Ivan Docenko, and Dave Wasik. Presented by JazzBuffalo and Canterbury Woods, the classic soundtrack to A Charlie Brown Christmas is a perfect holiday event for Buffalo. Tickets are available here.

November 30, 2023
Big Something Drops New Album Headspace Ahead Of 2 NY Shows

Big Something, the North Carolina-based rock group, have unveiled their seventh studio album, Headspace, along with a nationwide tour spanning from December through May 2024 with stops in Buffalo and NYC along its extensive run. The album is a radiant 12-track exploration of alternative, jazz, funk, and metal influences.

Highlights on the album include tracks such as “The Mountain” and “Amanda Lynn”, which show the full, skilled arrangement of the band’s work, and their confidence as a unit. Many of the songs boast 6+ minute run times, and Big Something makes statements with their creative use of sound effects and rhythms.

A standout track, “Kings of the Wild Frontier,” remembers Johnny Cash-like rhythms and spoken word, and takes a stance as a self-aware, fantastical story about the band itself. They even throw in a Bowie cover with “Moonage Daydream,” paying a punchy, energetic tribute to one of rock’s biggest idols. All in all, the album is a powerful, confident collection.

Photo Credit: Rob Roane

Celebrating the release of the band’s new album, they will embark on a nationwide tour beginning in December. The tour spans over 40 cities, through the next six months. New York dates include April 12 at Iron Works in Buffalo, and May 10 at Brooklyn Made in NYC.

There are so many special things about this album for us. It’s both a requiem and a rebirth for us as a band. Honoring old friends, welcoming new ones and growing even closer together as musicians and brothers in the process.”
Nick MacDaniels

Big Something released their debut album in 2010, and have since crafted a personal blend of alternative rock, electronica, jazz, and metal. After the tragic passing of collaborator Paul Interdonato in 2017, Big Something finished Headspace in honor of him. The majority of the lyrics on Headspace were penned by Interdonato.

Big Something will play shows at Iron Works in Buffalo, NY on April 12, and at Brooklyn Made in NYC on May 10. Tickets for the band’s upcoming tour are available here.

UPCOMING TOUR DATES

12/14 – Baltimore, MD – 8×10

12/15 – Baltimore, MD – 8×10

12/16 – Harrisburg, PA – XL Live

12/22 – Hartford, CT – Infinity Live

12/23 – Pembroke, MA – Soundcheck Studios

12/29 – Raleigh, NC – Lincoln Theatre

12/30 – Raleigh, NC – Lincoln Theatre

12/31 – Raleigh, NC – Lincoln Theatre

1/26 – Asheville, NC – Salvage Station

1/27 – Asheville, NC – Salvage Station

2/1 – Roanoke, VA – 5 Points Music Sanctuary

2/2 – Charlotte, NC – Visulite Theatre

2/3 – Atlanta, GA – Variety Playhouse

2/8 – Birmingham, AL – Zydeco

2/9 – Knoxville, TN – Bijou Theatre

2/15 – Charleston, SC – Charleston Pour House

2/16 – Charleston, SC – Charleston Pour House

2/17 – Charleston, SC – Charleston Pour House

3/5 – Durango, CO – Animas City Theatre

3/6 – Telluride, CO – Sheridan Opera House

3/7 – Crested Butte, CO – Public House

3/8 – Steamboat Springs, CO – Schmiggity’s

3/9 – Denver, CO – Mission Ballroom

3/12 – Salt Lake City, UT – Urban Lounge

3/13 – Boise, ID – The Olympic

3/14 – Bend, OR – Volcanic Theatre Pub

3/15 – Portland, OR – The Get Down

3/16 – Seattle, WA – Tractor Tavern

3/19 – Chico, CA – Lost on Main

3/20 – Nevada City, CA – Crazy Horse Saloon

3/21 – Sebastopol, CA – Hopmonk Tavern

3/22 – San Francisco, CA – The Chapel

3/23 – Los Angeles, CA – Troubadour

3/24 – Phoenix, AZ – Crescent Ballroom

4/10 – Columbus, OH – Summit Music Hall

4/11 – Cleveland, OH – Mahall’s

4/12 – Buffalo, NY – Iron Works

4/13 – Ferndale, MI – The Loving Touch

4/14 – Grand Rapids, MI – The Stache

4/17 – Des Moines, IA – xBk Live

4/18 – St. Louis, MO – Off Broadway

4/19 – Covington, KY – Madison Theater

4/20 – Chicago, IL – Lincoln Hall

4/21 – Madison, WI – High Noon Saloon

4/24 – Kansas City, MO – Knuckleheads

4/25 – Oklahoma City, OK – Beer City Music Hall

4/26 – Dallas, TX – Deep Ellum Art Co

4/27 – Austin, TX – The Parish

4/28 – Houston, TX – Last Concert Cafe

5/1 – Fort Walton Beach, FL – Downtown Music Hall

5/2 – Sanford, FL – Tuffy’s

5/3 – Jacksonville, FL – Underbelly

5/4 – St. Petersburg, FL – Floridian Social Club

5/8 – Pittsburgh, PA – Thunderbird Cafe

5/9 – Philadelphia, PA – The Foundry

5/10 – New York, NY – Brooklyn Made

5/11 – Washington, DC – The Atlantis

November 25, 2023
BOOGIE T.RIO Sell Out Buffalo Ironworks

Funk and electric group BOOGIE T.RIO made a stop at in Buffalo November 17. The band packed in Buffalo Ironworks for a sold out crowd on their Manic Daze and Boogie Nights tour.

BOOGIE T.RIO, Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty

Opener Marvel Years showed his fusion early on in the night with his blend of electronic beats and soulful guitar. The producer also known as Cory Wythe looks to create a hybrid of EDM fusing glitch, retro-funk, classic rock, soul, and jazz.

Marvel Years, Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty

The electronic project Manic Focus followed with a live band. This multidimensional artist has a rowdy style that also spans across numerous genres. The band he brought out on stage in Buffalo isn’t always with him so locals were in for a treat that mixed heavy bass with soulful blues. The Denver-based producer used a Numark Orbit on stage which is a wireless midi controller mapped to various one-shot effects. It was entertaining to watch this artist utilize all his various musical partners and tools to build a new-era hip-hop vibe.

Manic Focus, Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty

Finally, anticipating fans got the performance they’ve been waiting for as BOOGIE T.RIO took to the stage. This three man group consists of Brock Thornton (guitar/vocals), Andriu Yanovski (keys), and Frank Castro (drums). The band didn’t always use to be the dynamic trio it is now. Brock began in the music scene behind the decks producing heavy beats and funky wubz. He has gained significant popularity in the bass music world and has performed countless festivals under his DJ name Boogie T.

BOOGIE T.RIO, Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty

Boogie T to BOOGIE T.RIO

As Brock has built a huge fandom for his dubstep music, it still has always been a dream of his to tour with live musicians. And with the success that Boogie T has brung calls upon the next phase in his evolution: BOOGIE T.RIO. This group is more than your average jam band and their performance in Buffalo proved just that.

BOOGIE T.RIO, Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty

The boys played numerous hits off of their EP’s including “Get What You Give” and “Disco Moses.” They allow for old jam roots to carry the grooves through their tunes and mix it with new school funk. The guitar shredding solos and organic keytar melodies constantly left everyone impressed.

BOOGIE T.RIO, Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty

Longtime Boogie T Fans enjoyed his performances of “Dear Weedman” which brought layered instrumentals to a heavy song. This part of the night Brock invited everyone to smoke up and get jiggy with it. Couldn’t think of a more perfect way to end the night than the trio playing “Flava.” They kept the heavy electronic beats and mashed them with guitar riffs that had the crowd in awe.

You might have missed this past weeks sold out show at Ironworks but you don’t have to miss the next one! Workingman’s Dead perform November 24 and Bumpin Uglies will be there December 1. Get your tickets here.

BOOGIE T.RIO, Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty

BOOGIE T.RIO, Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty

BOOGIE T.RIO, Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty

November 23, 2023
Jimkata Release Winter Tour Dates

Jimkata, the three-piece anthemic, synth-washed, electro-rock band based out of both Ithaca and Los Angeles have announced Winter Tour dates for 2024, with six Northeast performances planned.

photo by Allison Marie

Jimkata has built a large grassroots following over the last two decades, including two and a half years on hiatus, which was recently ended. The group have released six studio albums all with their signature swirling synths, infectious pop hooks and candid lyrics.

Jimkata’s Winter Tour for 2024 will include stops in NYC at Nublu, Buffalo Iron Works, and The Waterhole in Saranac Lake. These dates are in addition to the upcoming show at Photo City Music Hall on Saturday, December 2.

Tickets here for all upcoming shows can be found at jimkata.com/tour

Jimkata 2023-2024 Tour Dates

December 2 – Photo City Music Hall w/ Edalo & CAT_A_TAC, Rochester

December 15-16 – Ophelia’s, Denver, CO

December 31 – Dunedin Brewery, Dunedin, FL

February 1 – Nublu w/ @Specialists, NYC

February 2 –MilkBoy, Philadelphia, PA

February 3- Pearl Street Warehouse, Washington, D.C.

February 17 –Buffalo Iron Works, Buffalo

February 23 – The Waterhole, Saranac Lake

February 24 – Shakedown Lounge at Stowe Cider w/ Pattern, Stowe, VT

November 20, 2023
Valerie June, Rachel Davis, Yasmin Williams, and Thao Share Songs in Buffalo

Buffalo was abuzz, the Bills were home for a big Monday night matchup against the visiting Denver Broncos. But there was another bill that held more sway for those gathered inside Asbury Hall. Valerie June, Rachel Davis, Yasmin Williams, and Thao combined forces examining the current and past state of folk through a female lens. It was Monday Night Folk-for-all.

Not oblivious to the world around them, with a nod and a wink, the foursome arrived on stage to the sounds of “The Final Countdown.” It was a last minute audible that would have hit more on the nose had they been able to conjure up their intended walk out music: the Monday Night Football theme song. But it was clear from the get-go they were in a playful mood and having a great time. Coming from a day off in Cleveland, they were rested and raring to go.

The group first got together for a special panel at the Ann Arbor Folk Festival. They enjoyed it so much that they put together this very special little tour which the folk-over-football Buffalonians were lucky enough to witness. Sitting in a row on the stage, they shared their songs in a Nashville-style round.

Valerie June started the show off with her unique blend of soul and folk, with a flashy green dress and her signature head of dreads. She’s colorful through and through and lights up the room with just her presence, but her bright smile, wonderful voice and incredible songs certainly don’t hurt. Rachel Davis followed, flexing her own vocal range going a capella with Sally Rogers’ “Circle of the Sun.” Yasmin Williams went in the opposite direction, playing her instrumental “Cliff Walk” with stunning finger picked and tapped guitar. Thao concluded the first round with “Kindness Be Conceived,” a song from her indie-rock band, Thao and the Get Down Stay Down. She strapped on her electric guitar and was joined with some light percussion and hand claps form the others. Each woman brought their own perspective and sound. It was like four concerts in one. And around and around they went.

As folks songs tend to do, their songs often told stories. But the format of the concert provided the artists to open up with some of the stories behind and around the songs and instruments they played. Davis’ was playing the banjo that her dad used to teach her which he also learned to play on. He ended up gifting it to her when she first left the shores of Lake Michigan for Boston, and the sound of it reminded her of home.

Williams’ unique lap-style and finger tapping guitar style was something she developed from mastering Guitar Hero using a similar technique. The game inspired her to learn guitar for real, but she quickly bored of her lessons and taught herself instead. The results are her precise and uniquely-styled playing. Some of the stories only went back as far as the night before, and apparently Williams used her precision for some bowling hijinks on their night off in Cleveland. [details redacted]

The audience was also regaled with stories of June’s childhood home, so far away from any neighbors that she had a habit of showering naked in the rain. So her “Rain Dance” is not just a song but a part of her childhood. Thao introduced “Temple” with the story behind the lyrics. She took her mother on a trip home to Vietnam and it brought out a side of her she had never seen. The song’s lyrics, written from her mother’s perspective, touched deeper with the backstory in hand.

The group also joined forces to make music magic. In a unexpected twist, they played three minutes of improvisation, June and Davis humming, Williams on mbira, and Thao on her guitar. It was a bold choice that not only worked out brilliantly, but broke up the song-circle perfectly.

The show closed with them once again playing together, more traditionally, on a cover of “Shady Grove,” each lady taking a verse. The audience of course wouldn’t let such a special concert end in regulation, so they cheered them on for a little overtime. Another brilliant cover ensued as they tackled “I Shall Be Released” before bringing back in a little more heartfelt humor with a quick victory lap of “Thank You For Being A Friend.” And the best part of all, for this bill, everyone was a winner.

November 16, 2023
Benny The Butcher Snags Lil Wayne Feature With New Album On The Way

Benny The Butcher has graced fans with a prolific new single from his forthcoming album, Everybody Can’t Go. Featuring the legendary Lil Wayne, “Big Dog” is the first new music from Benny since 2022’s Tana Talk 4 broke inside the Top 25 on the Billboard 200 album chart last year, and notably his first release for Def Jam Recordings, who he signed with after his contractual obligations to his cousin Westside Gunn’s Griselda imprint ended.

Co-produced by famed hip hop producer, Alchemist, “Big Dog” sees Benny The Butcher try his hand at another lyrical back-and-forth with a platinum selling rapper. His last effort, “Johnny P’s Caddy” — featuring J. Cole — peaked #14 Hot Rap Songs hit. Moreover, it was Benny’s first single to break inside the Hot 100. Furthermore, the Buffalo native was able to earn his first gold record and the first for any Griselda affiliate.

No hook no trap beat and off an independent label if I’m not top three in yall beloved boom bap genre then who is Griselda is the illest https://t.co/QBgZCpLpGC
— BENNY THE BUTCHER (@BennyBsf) April 13, 2023

“Big Dog”

The new single is a change of pace for Benny The Butcher as the sped-up production departs from his usual laid-back, soulful, or sample heavy beats. What remains the same is his fervor, as he perfects his aggressive, braggadocios, grimy style. Backing him up is a looping classically inspired beat full of urgency. In like manner, Benny attacks the beat with the same intensity as if he was rapping about bricks on the table over a Daringer beat. Rather, Benny follows a formulaic song structure. While his subject matter remains close to home, the production and flow is a nice change of pace. Likewise, Lil Wayne continues to prove that he remains a rapper to be reckoned with, delivering a prolific verse in his own right in the duo’s first collaboration since “Timeless” from Benny’s 2020 album, Burden of Proof.

Over the last year, Benny has spent time promoting his Black Soprano Family artists including Fuego Base and Rick Hyde. However, the first quarter of 2024 will see Benny release his new album, Everybody Can’t Go.

November 16, 2023
Sesame Street Live! Say Hello Tour Hits the Road in 2024 with 6 Stops Across New York

In the world of family fun, Sesame Street has been a go-to for decades. Now, get ready for something extra special as Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and the whole Sesame Street gang hit the road in the brand-new live production, Sesame Street Live! Say Hello.

This musical road trip is set to hit cities all across the U.S. and Canada, bringing the magic of Sesame Street to life starting in April 2024.

Sesame Street Live! Say Hello promises more than just a show – it’s an interactive musical adventure. Join in the fun as your favorite characters come to life on stage. Expect surprises, laughter, and all the timeless magic of Sesame Street. This is an experience that goes beyond the screen, bringing the heartwarming spirit of Sesame Street to a live and tangible stage.

This tour is no small affair, hitting major cities from Portland, ME, to Vancouver, and everywhere in between. The kickoff is at Merrill Auditorium in Portland on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, and the fun won’t stop until it’s made its way through more than 50 cities.

SESAME STREET LIVE! SAY HELLO TOUR DATES:

Tuesday, Apr. 16 – Merrill Auditorium – Portland, ME

Wednesday, Apr. 17 – Lowell Memorial Auditorium – Lowell, MA

Thursday, Apr. 18 – Palace Theatre – Albany, NY

Friday, Apr. 19 & Saturday, Apr. 20 – Emerson Colonial Theatre – Boston, MA

Sunday, Apr. 21 – Toyota Oakdale Theater – Wallingford, CT

Wednesday, Apr. 23 – The Forum – Binghamton, NY

Tuesday, Apr. 24 – KeyBank State Theatre – Cleveland, OH

Thursday, Apr. 25 – Landmark Theatre – Syracuse, NY

Friday, Apr. 26 & Saturday, Apr. 27 – Benedum Center for the Performing Arts – Pittsburgh, PA

Sunday, Apr. 28 – Palace Theatre – Stamford, CT

Tuesday, Apr. 30 – Shea’s Performing Arts Center – Buffalo, NY

Wednesday, May 1 – Kodak Center for the Performing Arts – Rochester, NY

Thursday, May 2 – PPL Center – Allentown, PA

Friday, May 3 & Saturday, May 4 – Kings Theatre – Brooklyn, NY

Sunday, May 5 – State Theatre New Jersey – New Brunswick, NJ

Tuesday, May 7 – Appalachian Wireless Arena – Pikeville, KY

Wednesday, May 8 – Charleston Municipal Auditorium – Charleston, WV

Thursday, May 9 – Stranahan Theater – Toledo, OH

Friday, May 10 – Embassy Theatre – Fort Wayne, IN

Saturday, May 11 – Taft Theatre – Cincinnati, OH

Sunday, May 12 – Clowes Memorial Hall – Indianapolis, IN

Tuesday, May 14 – Adler Theatre – Davenport, IA

Wednesday, May 15 – Rialto Square Theater – Joliet, IL

Thursday, May 16 – DECC Symphony Hall – Duluth, MN

Friday, May 17 & Saturday, May 18 – State Theatre – Minneapolis, MN

Sunday, May 19 – Scheels Arena – Fargo, ND

Tuesday, May 21 – MetraPark Arena – Billings, MT

Wednesday, May 22 – Adams Center – Missoula, MT

Thursday, May 23 – First Interstate Center for the Arts – Spokane, WA

Friday, May 24 – Queen Elizabeth Theatre – Vancouver, BC

Saturday, May 25 – Angel of the Winds Arena – Everett, WA

Sunday, May 26 – Keller Auditorium – Portland, OR

Tuesday, May 28 – Toyota Center – Kennewick, WA

Wednesday, May 29 – Ford Idaho Center – Nampa, ID

Friday, May 31 – Eccles Theater – Delta Hall – Salt Lake City, UT

Saturday, Jun. 1 – Orleans Arena – Las Vegas, NV

Sunday, Jun. 2 – City National Civic – San Jose, CA

Tuesday, Jun. 4 – Bob Hope Theatre – Stockton, CA

Wednesday, Jun. 5 – SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center – Sacramento, CA

Thursday, Jun. 6 – Reno Events Center – Reno, NV

Friday, Jun. 7 & Saturday, Jun. 8 – The Curran Theatre – San Francisco, CA

Sunday, Jun. 9 – Kavli Theatre (Bank of America Performing Arts Center) – Thousand Oaks, CA

Wednesday, Jun. 12 – Mechanics Bank Theater – Bakersfield, CA

Friday, Jun. 14 & Saturday, Jun. 15 – Terrace Theater – Long Beach, CA

Sunday, Jun. 16 – Fox Performing Arts Center – Riverside, CA

Tuesday, Jun. 18 – Saroyan Theatre – Fresno, CA

Wednesday, Jun. 19 – San Diego Civic Theatre – San Diego, CA

Thursday, Jun. 20 – Linda Ronstadt Music Hall – Tucson, AZ

Friday, Jun. 21 – Findlay Toyota Center – Prescott Valley, AZ

Saturday, Jun. 22 – Arizona Federal Theatre – Phoenix, AZ

Sunday, Jun. 23 – Abraham Chavez Theatre – El Paso, TX

Tuesday, Jun. 25 – Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center – Midland, TX

Wednesday, Jun. 26 – Amarillo Civic Center Auditorium – Amarillo, TX

Thursday, Jun. 27 – Rio Rancho Events Center – Rio Rancho, NM

Friday, Jun. 28 – Pueblo Memorial Hall – Pueblo, CO

Saturday, Jun. 29 – United Wireless Arena – Dodge City, KS

Sunday, Jun. 30 – Budweiser Events Center – Loveland, CO

Tickets for this musical journey go on sale Friday, November 17th, with early access starting Tuesday, November 14th. Don’t miss out – head to SesameStreetLive.com to snag your tickets. This event is for everyone, from the littlest fans to those young at heart.

For the most up-to-date information visit SesameStreetLive.com

November 16, 2023
Drake Announces KeyBank Center and UBS Arena Shows On 2024 ‘It’s All A Blur Tour’ with J.Cole

Four-time Grammy award-winning and multi-platinum-selling Canadian rapper Drake announced his 2024 US Tour “It’s All A Blur Tour – Big As The What” with American rapper and producer J.Cole featuring two stops at KeyBank Center in Buffalo on Tuesday, Feb. 27, and Wednesday, Feb. 28 and two in Belmont Park at UBS Arena on March 14 and 15.

Drake is a Canadian born hip hop artist who first emerged in the music industry in 2009 when he debuted his EP So Far Gone, named the hottest mixtape of the year by MTV and selling over 650,000 copies. Since his emerging success Drake has focused on his development and creation of music, leading to some of his most praised work. Drake embraces the hip-hop culture while integrating R&B and pop to create a languid, grandiose sound. Some of his fan favorites include “Nice For What”, “God’s Plan”, “One Dance (with Wizkid and Kyla)”, “Controlla” and many other record breaking hits.

The upcoming tour follows Drake’s successful return to the stage after his 2023 “It’s All A Blur” Tour, which saw Drake perform 50 sold out area shows across North America throughout the summer and fall. Most recently, Drake released his eighth studio album For All The Dogs featuring ten collaborations with top charting artists SZA, Bad Bunny, J.Cole and more.

Pre-sale tickets will be available beginning on Wednesday, November 15, followed by general tickets on Friday, November 17. For more information please visit here.

DRAKE ‘IT’S ALL A BLUR TOUR – BIG AS THE WHAT?’ 2024 TOUR DATES:

Thu, Jan 18 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena +

Fri, Jan 19 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena

Mon, Jan 22 – San Antonio, TX – Frost Bank Center

Thu, Jan 25 – Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center

Mon, Jan 29 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center

Tue, Jan 30 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center

Fri, Feb 02 – Tampa, FL – Amalie Arena

Wed, Feb 07 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena

Thu, Feb 08 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena

Mon, Feb 12 – St. Louis, MO – Enterprise Center

Fri, Feb 16 – Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena

Tue, Feb 20 – Columbus, OH – Schottenstein Center

Wed, Feb 21 – Columbus, OH – Schottenstein Center

Sat, Feb 24 – Cleveland, OH – Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse

Tue, Feb 27 – Buffalo, NY – KeyBank Center

Wed, Feb 28 – Buffalo, NY – KeyBank Center

Sat, Mar 02 – Kansas City, MO – T-Mobile Center

Tue, Mar 05 – Memphis, TN – FedExForum

Sun, Mar 10 – Lexington, KY – Rupp Arena

Thu, Mar 14 – Belmont Park, NY – UBS Arena

Fri, Mar 15 – Belmont Park, NY – UBS Arena

Mon, Mar 18 – State College, PA – Bryce Jordan Center

Sat, Mar 23 – Sunrise, FL – Amerant Bank Arena

Wed, Mar 27 – Birmingham, AL – The Legacy Arena at BJCC

November 14, 2023