The mass exodus of college students might begin within the next few weeks, but with six universities in Buffalo, there's no doubt the student population will still be present. Locals will return to life without classes and those who are staying for summer sessions or employment have the opportunity to roam the Queen City.
Buffalo's various festivals are an amazing way to learn about the local establishments and restaurants, but for those who prefer musical entertainment - don't fret. Buffalo's various venues have already begun announcing their music series such as Thursday's at the Harbor and Tuesday's in the Park and Coors Light Wednesday's at Artpark Outdoor Ampitheater. Check out the biggest shows that have been announced for this summer in Buffalo.
Who: Flux Pavillion featuring Roksonix
Where: Town Ballroom
When: May 9, 8 p.m.,
Dubstep DJ Joshua Steele, better known as Flux Pavillion, has quickly climbed the ranks in his genre in recent years. After Kanye West and Jay-Z sampled his track "I Can't Stop" for their 2011 album Watch The Throne,the mainstream recognized his talent and the momentum has only increased from there. He will be visiting Buffalo's Town Ballroom during finals week, so if you need an excuse to unwind after endless all nighters, this is your show. Tickets are currently on sale for $27 and will cost $30 day of the show.
Who: Jimkata
Where: Nietzsches
When: May 16, 9 p.m.
EDM group Jimkata has visited Buffalo on several occasions and attracts quite the following. The Ithaca, N.Y.-based band embarked on its Die Digital East Coast spring tour on April 4 and will be making its stop in Buffalo right after gradation. So if you're looking for some funk to hold you over between the end of the spring semester and the start of summer session, make your way to Nietzsches. Tickets are on sale for $10.
Who: Bob Dylan
Where: Darien Lake Performing Arts Center, 9993 Alleghany Rd, Darien, N.Y.
When: July 18, time to be announced
After his successful visit to Alumni Arena, the legendary Bob Dylan will return to Buffalo for a performance at Darien Lake Performing Arts Center. Fans will get the chance to hear Dylan perform timeless songs such as "Like A Rolling Stone," "When My Time Comes" as well as tracks on his latest album, Tempest, like "Tangled Up In Blue" and "Visions of Johanna." This show is open to the public and tickets will be go on sale May 4 at 10 a.m., and if you were at Alumni Arena when he performed, you'll know to get those tickets early.
Who: MGMT
Where: Artpark Outdoor Ampitheater
When: June 19, gates open at 4:30 p.m, show at 6:30 p.m.
This week, Artpark Outdoor Ampitheater announced its lineups for its Tuesdays in the Park and Coors Light Wednesdays with two respectively great lineups. Indie-electro band MGMT is one of the standout names on the Coors Light series, and with jams like "Kids" "Time to Pretend" "Congratulations" and "Electric Feel," the show is a guaranteed good time. The biggest perk of the series at Artpark is its amazing prices for big names. General admission tickets in advance cost $10 and general admission tickets the week of the show will cost $15. For those of you who would prefer the semi-VIP treatment, priority front stage seats cost $25. They will be on sale April 30 on Artpark's website.
Who: Lil Wayne, T.I., Future and French Montana
Where: Darien Lake Performing Arts Center
When: Tuesday, July 30 at 7 p.m.
After a rumor-ridden last couple of months, it's become apparent Lil Wayne needs to get back to what brought him into the spotlight: music. Weezy returns to the stage for his America's Most Wanted tour, which will also feature rappers T.I. and French Montana and R&B crooner Future. Tickets are currently on sale, starting as low as $50 and climb from there. So whether you're on a budget or you're ballin', make sure you get to one of the most anticipated rap shows of the summer.
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