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Waldfest: Festival in the Woods Returns to East Aurora
It’s that time of year again – time to gather together in the woods and toast giant mugs of traditional German beer. Yes, you guessed it – it’s once again time for Waldfest, the annual Festival in the Woods, which takes place on July 19, 12-7 pm, at Spring Garden Park (3838 Two Rod Road, East Aurora). The German American Musicians and the Polka Boyz will provide authentic German music and food will be available on-site as will plenty of authentic German beers. There is also free parking. Tickets are $15 in advance or $30 at the gate. For tickets, and more information, visit SpringGarden.com. This is a rain-or-shine event. You can purchase tickets online this year here.
Buy a Nickel City Brewz Gift Card For 50% Off
If you’ve yet to check out Nickel City Brewz in Depew, or are just looking for a great reason to stop back in for a few pints, Daytime Buffalo is giving you the chance to do so by offering a $50 gift certificate to the craft beer bar for only $25 (you will receive two $25 certificates). “Nickel City BrewZ combines the best traits of a craft-beer bottle shop, a neighborhood bar, and a social hangout,” the offer says. “Their rotating taps and to-go options make it flexible and fun to experience the best of the Buffalo brewing community.” You can purchase yours here while supplies last.
Buffalo Barrels & Brews at Butera’s With Buffalo Distilling
Butera’s, Buffalo Distilling and the Village Brew House are teaming up to host a special night of craft beer, food and whiskey – Buffalo Barrel & Brews – on June 30 (6 pm). There will be complimentary bourbon tastings from Buffalo Distilling and beer samplings from Village Brew House, as well as a presentation exploring the history of bourbon and brewing in Buffalo. Throughout the evening, there will be featured bourbon cocktails, draft beer specials and more. The event is free and open to the public – reservations are encouraged as seating is limited.
Wines in the Wild Returns to the Buffalo Zoo
Wines in the Wild returns to the Buffalo Zoo on June 18 (5-8 pm). The special event features beverage and food sampling from local wineries, cideries, meaderies and breweries, as well as live music, special appearances from the Zoo’s animal ambassadors and more, all spread throughout the grounds of the Buffalo Zoo. The event will feature Brazen Brewing, Mortalis Brewing, Lilly Belle Meads, Rusty Nickel, OSB Ciderworks, and more. Funds raised from Wines in the Wild will go directly to supporting the Buffalo Zoo. General admission tickets are $55, designated drivers tickets are $25 and VIP are $75 (early entry). You can purchase tickets here.
Flying Bison Night at the Ballpark at Sahlen Field
Flying Bison Brewing is hitting the field on June 18 for Flying Bison Night at the Ballpark at Sahlen Field on Thursday, June 18. The festivities start at 5:30 pm with a beer sampling with Flying Bison founder and Godfather of Buffalo craft beer, Tim Herzog, at the Fattey Craft Beer Corner before he throws out the ceremonial first pitch. Then, as the Buffalo Bisons take on the Charlotte Knights at 6:35 pm, fans can purchase 16oz. Buffalo Lager cans at Concessions 116, 100, and 111 throughout the game. Tickets for the game are $10 and can be purchased here.
