Canalside Comes Alive for Labor Day Weekend Waterfront Fun

Concerts, boat tours, bike rentals and more along Canalside through the holiday weekend.

Start date

29 August, 2025 10:00 AM

End date

1 September, 2025 10:00 PM

Event details

Through Labor Day weekend 2025, Buffalo’s Canalside district and adjacent waterfront parks offer free outdoor concerts, harbor boat tours, kayak rentals, and nightly light shows on the historic canal. Pop-up beer gardens and food pop-ups showcase local brewers and chefs. Guided architectural cruises depart hourly, while bike-and-pedal tours explore the river-edge trails. Family splash zones and lawn games keep all ages engaged in this urban lakeside celebration.