It is a long Labor Day weekend, and the good news is that there will be plenty of things to keep you busy in Western New York. Check out some of the best events happening this weekend in the 716.

Best Weekend Events In Western New York

Buffalo Bisons Homestand - The Bisons are back home and have fun theme nights today, tomorrow, and Sunday. Plus, there will be fireworks on Friday and Saturday, and First Responders can get free tickets to Sunday's game.

Senior Wishes End of Summer Party - Come celebrate the end of summer while supporting the non-profit Senior Wishes at Old Man River Restaurant in Tonawanda. There will be live music and a chance for you to win tickets to the Buffalo Bills home opener on September 17th.

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Mafia Boat Parade - Hundreds of boats will hit the water near Riverworks to celebrate the Buffalo Bills and Bills Mafia. The boat parade begins on Sunday at 1 pm, and there will be activities before and after the parade.

War of 1812 Weekend at Old Fort Niagara - Check out how soldiers from America and England battled against each other along the Niagara Frontier during the War of 1812. The event features living history camps, tactical demonstrations, military arms and uniform demonstrations, and more.

Labor Day Weekend Festival on Old Falls Street - Enjoy a weekend full of food trucks, live music, entertainment, vendors, and more. The fun starts at 5 pm on Friday and goes right through Monday night.

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This weekend you can also take a walk around the new Highmark Trail by the new Buffalo Bills stadium.

Highmark Trail Around Bills Stadium Now Open

Check out the walking trail around the new Highmark Stadium in Buffalo, New York.

Gallery Credit: Dave Fields

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