Buffalo Rising Events

10/23/2025

Hey, Goblins and Ghouls—only a few days until Buffalo’s biggest Halloween event! Don’t be left out in the cold! ☣️

The 12th Annual Witches Ball returns to the historic—and famously haunted—Statler Hotel on Saturday, October 25, 2025.

🎟️witchesballbuffalo.com

Featuring:
The Floyd Concept | OFF the Wall! | SE2 Silent Disco | DJ Nor.th Star | DJ Nicholas Picholas | Paranormal investigator Chelsea Gill | Magician Joe Maxwell | The Other Ones | Buffalo’s Supernatural Historian Mason Winfield

🖤 Enter our Virtual Costume Contest with over $1,000 in prizes!
🖤 Pop-up performances from The Other Ones and Showstarters Entertainment
🖤 Close-up illusions from magician Joe Maxwell
🖤 Ghost Talks with Chelsea Gill — Dive into historic mysteries with the renowned local medium, who will give talks throughout the night
🖤 Readings and spirit connections in the ever-popular Psychic Lounge (Readings sold separately)
🖤 Curated vendor market in the Mezzanine
🖤 Event exclusive merch

Also this year, VIP Premiere Access ticket holders will enjoy early entry, an exclusive lounge, hors d’oeuvres, and a five-hour open bar.

This is more than just a party, it’s a legendary Halloween experience!

10/23/2025

Come vibe with and in the Golden ballroom. 👯🖤

The spell is nearly complete and tickets 🎟️ are flying fast, especially VIP. Thanks to the Statler Hotel team we have this super cool event map!🗺️

Don’t miss your chance to join us for a night full of epic costumes, music, dancing, and a wicked fun. 🔮 Check our ultimate guide on buffalorising.com for all the event details.

The 12th Annual Witches Ball returns to the historic—and famously haunted—Statler Hotel on Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 7:00 PM — 1:00 AM.

Featuring:
The Floyd Concept | OFF the Wall! | SE2 Silent Disco | DJ Nor.th Star | DJ Nicholas Picholas | Paranormal investigator Chelsea Gill | Magician Joe Maxwell | The Other Ones | Buffalo’s Supernatural Historian Mason Winfield

🖤 Enter our Virtual Costume Contest with over $1,000 in prizes!
🖤 Pop-up performances from The Other Ones and Showstarters Entertainment
🖤 Close-up illusions from magician Joe Maxwell
🖤 Ghost Talks with Chelsea Gill — Dive into historic mysteries with the renowned local medium, who will give talks throughout the night
🖤 Readings and spirit connections in the ever-popular Psychic Lounge (Readings sold separately)
🖤 Curated vendor market in the Mezzanine
🖤 Event exclusive merch

Also this year, VIP Premiere Access ticket holders will enjoy early entry, an exclusive lounge, hors d’oeuvres, and a five-hour open bar.

This is more than just a party, it’s a legendary Halloween experience!

https://www.buffalorising.com/2025/10/ultimate-guide-to-buffalo-risings-12th-annual-witches-ball-creature-feature/

10/23/2025

The spell is nearly complete and tickets 🎟️ are flying fast, especially VIP. Thanks to the Statler Hotel team we have this super cool event map!🗺️

Don’t miss your chance to join us for a night full of epic costumes, music, dancing, and a wicked fun. 🔮 Check our ultimate guide on buffalorising.com for all the event details.

The 12th Annual Witches Ball returns to the historic—and famously haunted—Statler Hotel on Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 7:00 PM — 1:00 AM.

Featuring:
The Floyd Concept | OFF the Wall! | SE2 Silent Disco | DJ Nor.th Star | DJ Nicholas Picholas | Paranormal investigator Chelsea Gill | Magician Joe Maxwell | The Other Ones | Buffalo’s Supernatural Historian Mason Winfield

🖤 Enter our Virtual Costume Contest with over $1,000 in prizes!
🖤 Pop-up performances from The Other Ones and Showstarters Entertainment
🖤 Close-up illusions from magician Joe Maxwell
🖤 Ghost Talks with Chelsea Gill — Dive into historic mysteries with the renowned local medium, who will give talks throughout the night
🖤 Readings and spirit connections in the ever-popular Psychic Lounge (Readings sold separately)
🖤 Curated vendor market in the Mezzanine
🖤 Event exclusive merch

Also this year, VIP Premiere Access ticket holders will enjoy early entry, an exclusive lounge, hors d’oeuvres, and a five-hour open bar.

This is more than just a party, it’s a legendary Halloween experience!

https://www.buffalorising.com/2025/10/ultimate-guide-to-buffalo-risings-12th-annual-witches-ball-creature-feature/

10/23/2025

Did we mention the Floyd Concept will be doing a full 90 minute set starting at 8 PM in the Terrace Ballroom complete with their signature light show, circle screen and projections? You really don’t want to miss this! Get tickets at witchesballbuffalo.com

10/23/2025

The spell is nearly complete and tickets 🎟️ are flying fast, especially VIP. Don’t miss your chance to join us for a night full of epic costumes, music, dancing, and a wicked fun. 🔮 Check our ultimate guide on buffalorising.com for all the event details.

The 12th Annual Witches Ball returns to the historic—and famously haunted—Statler Hotel on Saturday, October 25, 2025.

Featuring:
The Floyd Concept | OFF the Wall! | SE2 Silent Disco | DJ Nor.th Star | DJ Nicholas Picholas | Paranormal investigator Chelsea Gill | Magician Joe Maxwell | The Other Ones | Buffalo’s Supernatural Historian Mason Winfield

🖤 Enter our Virtual Costume Contest with over $1,000 in prizes!
🖤 Pop-up performances from The Other Ones and Showstarters Entertainment
🖤 Close-up illusions from magician Joe Maxwell
🖤 Ghost Talks with Chelsea Gill — Dive into historic mysteries with the renowned local medium, who will give talks throughout the night
🖤 Readings and spirit connections in the ever-popular Psychic Lounge (Readings sold separately)
🖤 Curated vendor market in the Mezzanine
🖤 Event exclusive merch

Also this year, VIP Premiere Access ticket holders will enjoy early entry, an exclusive lounge, hors d’oeuvres, and a five-hour open bar.

This is more than just a party, it’s a legendary Halloween experience!

https://www.buffalorising.com/2025/10/ultimate-guide-to-buffalo-risings-12th-annual-witches-ball-creature-feature/

10/23/2025

Only a few rainy days until Buffalo’s biggest Halloween event! Epic costumes, music, dancing, and a wickedly fun night awaits. 🔮Check our ultimate guide on buffalorising.com

The 12th Annual Witches Ball returns to the historic—and famously haunted—Statler Hotel on Saturday, October 25, 2025.

Featuring:
The Floyd Concept | OFF the Wall! | SE2 Silent Disco | DJ Nor.th Star | DJ Nicholas Picholas | Paranormal investigator Chelsea Gill | Magician Joe Maxwell | The Other Ones | Buffalo’s Supernatural Historian Mason Winfield

🖤 Enter our Virtual Costume Contest with over $1,000 in prizes!
🖤 Pop-up performances from The Other Ones and Showstarters Entertainment
🖤 Close-up illusions from magician Joe Maxwell
🖤 Ghost Talks with Chelsea Gill — Dive into historic mysteries with the renowned local medium, who will give talks throughout the night
🖤 Readings and spirit connections in the ever-popular Psychic Lounge (Readings sold separately)
🖤 Curated vendor market in the Mezzanine
🖤 Event exclusive merch

Also this year, VIP Premiere Access ticket holders will enjoy early entry, an exclusive lounge, hors d’oeuvres, and a five-hour open bar.

This is more than just a party, it’s a legendary Halloween experience!



https://www.buffalorising.com/2025/10/ultimate-guide-to-buffalo-risings-12th-annual-witches-ball-creature-feature/y

Buffalo in late October is magical: the crisp air, cool rainy days, the rustle of fallen leaves, and the thrill of Halloween lurking around every corner. There’s no better place to embrace that dark gothic vibe than at the 12th Annual Witches Ball: Creature Feature, hosted by Buffalo Rising at the...

10/22/2025

Yeah 🤘 only a few more cold rainy days until we gather in the gothic haunted Statler for The Witches Ball!!!!

10/19/2025

Less than a week until Buffalo’s biggest Halloween event! Epic costumes, music, dancing, and a wickedly fun night awaits. 🔮

The 12th Annual Witches Ball returns to the historic—and famously haunted—Statler Hotel on Saturday, October 25, 2025.

Featuring:
The Floyd Concept | OFF the Wall! | SE2 Silent Disco | DJ Nor.th Star | DJ Nicholas Picholas | Paranormal investigator Chelsea Gill | Magician Joe Maxwell | The Other Ones | Buffalo’s Supernatural Historian Mason Winfield

🖤 Enter our Virtual Costume Contest with over $1,000 in prizes!
🖤 Pop-up performances from The Other Ones and Showstarters Entertainment
🖤 Close-up illusions from magician Joe Maxwell
🖤 Ghost Talks with Chelsea Gill — Dive into historic mysteries with the renowned local medium, who will give talks throughout the night
🖤 Readings and spirit connections in the ever-popular Psychic Lounge (Readings sold separately)
🖤 Curated vendor market in the MezzanineEvent exclusive merch

Also this year, VIP Premiere Access ticket holders will enjoy early entry, an exclusive lounge, hors d’oeuvres, and a five-hour open bar.

This is more than just a party, it’s a legendary Halloween experience! Witchesballbuffalo.com

10/15/2025

10 days until Buffalo’s biggest Halloween event! Epic costumes, music, dancing, and a wickedly fun night awaits. 🔮

The 12th Annual Witches Ball returns to the historic—and famously haunted—Statler Hotel on Saturday, October 25, 2025.

Featuring:
The Floyd Concept | OFF the Wall! | SE2 Silent Disco | DJ Nor.th Star | DJ Nicholas Picholas | Paranormal investigator Chelsea Gill | Magician Joe Maxwell | The Other Ones | Buffalo’s Supernatural Historian Mason Winfield

🖤 Enter our Virtual Costume Contest with over $1,000 in prizes!
🖤 Pop-up performances from The Other Ones and Showstarters Entertainment
🖤 Close-up illusions from magician Joe Maxwell
🖤 Ghost Talks with Chelsea Gill — Dive into historic mysteries with the renowned local medium, who will give talks throughout the night
🖤 Readings and spirit connections in the ever-popular Psychic Lounge (Readings sold separately)
🖤 Curated vendor market in the MezzanineEvent exclusive merch

Also this year, VIP Premiere Access ticket holders will enjoy early entry, an exclusive lounge, hors d’oeuvres, and a five-hour open bar.

This is more than just a party, it’s a legendary Halloween experience! Witchesballbuffalo.com

10/14/2025

✨ Meet the Makers!
We’ve conjured up a market brimming with witchy wares, handcrafted treasures, and supernatural surprises from some of Buffalo’s most bewitching artisans. From potions to paintings, it’s pure local magic:

🌿 Blue Island Bath Boutique
🔮 Green Witches’ Cottage
📚 Pretty Little Edges Book & Gift Shop
🎨 Sky Vance Art
🎃 Created Spark
💀 Thomas Webb Arts, and more!

🦇 Join us at the 12th Annual Witches Ball: Creature Feature
📅 Saturday, October 25, 2025
📍 The Historic Statler Hotel
🎟️ WitchesBallBuffalo.com

👻 Also Featuring:
The Floyd Concept | OFF the Wall! | SE2 Silent Disco | DJ Nor.th Star | DJ Nicholas Picholas | Magician Joe Maxwell | The Other Ones | Chelsea Gill, Paranormal Investigator | Buffalo’s Supernatural Historian Mason Winfield | Psychics, Mediums & More

🎃 Tickets are flying, don’t wait to grab yours!

10/13/2025

Two weeks until Buffalo’s biggest Halloween event! Epic costumes, music, dancing, and a wickedly fun night awaits. 🔮

The 12th Annual Witches Ball returns to the historic—and famously haunted—Statler Hotel on Saturday, October 25, 2025.

This year’s theme is Creature Feature. This is your chance to embody your favorite cinematic legends—from Dracula and the Wolfman to femme fatales, scream queens, and B-movie beasts. Unleash your inner monster!

Featuring:
The Floyd Concept | OFF the Wall! | SE2 Silent Disco | DJ Nor.th Star | DJ Nicholas Picholas | Paranormal investigator Chelsea Gill | Magician Joe Maxwell | The Other Ones | Buffalo’s Supernatural Historian Mason Winfield

🖤 Enter our Virtual Costume Contest with over $1,000 in prizes!
🖤 Pop-up performances from The Other Ones and Showstarters Entertainment
🖤 Close-up illusions from magician Joe Maxwell
🖤 Ghost Talks with Chelsea Gill — Dive into historic mysteries with the renowned local medium, who will give talks throughout the night
🖤 Readings and spirit connections in the ever-popular Psychic Lounge (Readings sold separately)
🖤 Curated vendor market in the MezzanineEvent exclusive merch

Also this year, VIP Premiere Access ticket holders will enjoy early entry, an exclusive lounge, hors d’oeuvres, and a five-hour open bar.

This is more than just a party, it’s a legendary Halloween experience! Witchesballbuffalo.com

10/13/2025

We have a special treat from Statler Hotel for all attendees! A Statler and Witches Ball Commemorative cup for all guests! Guests will receive a discount on drinks when they use any Witches Ball-branded cup at the bar.

Also, pre-purchase Witches Ball Merchandise to prepare for the big event at Buffalo Rising’s shop. Limited branded merchandise will also be on sale at the event. Visit shop.buffalorising.com

Attendees who purchase a special 16-oz insulated cup for the Witches Ball will also receive a discount at the bar. Cups must be brought into the event empty. The etched design comes in various colors, such as white, black, peach, and sage, with engraving options in rainbow or gold.

You can choose between the reusable Spiderweb cups, or the commemorative 2025 Creature Feature design.

All proceeds from the store support Buffalo Rising, a free-to-read, independently owned and operated media company. With no paywall, we rely on your invaluable support to keep Buffalo Rising running strong.

Each piece is crafted locally by CreatedSpark. With a commitment to quality, community, and creativity, Melissa’s designs bring a distinctive Buffalo twist that’s both stylish and timeless.

For additional event information or to buy tickets visit witchesballbuffalo.com

https://shop.buffalorising.com