Taste of Buffalo Battle of the Bands at Iron Works | MAR 29
Schedule
Sun, 29 Mar, 2026 at 05:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
49 Illinois St, Buffalo, NY, United States, New York 14203 | Buffalo, NY
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The Taste of Buffalo brings its first-ever Battle of The Bands to Buffalo Iron Works on Sunday, March 29th! Calling all musicians in Western New York! The Taste of Buffalo presented by Tops today announced its first ever Battle of the Bands competition, with the winning artist securing a spot performing on the Main Stage at this year’s festival in Niagara Square on Saturday, July 11.
Prospective artists of all genres – based in Western New York – are encouraged to apply. Five performers will be chosen to compete by a panel of judges from the Taste of Buffalo Entertainment Committee.
The Battle of the Bands to determine the winner will be Sunday, March 29 at Buffalo Iron Works, with tickets going on sale the week of March 2. Doors will open at 4 p.m. and the Battle will begin at 5 p.m. The judges for the Battle will also be comprised of the Taste of Buffalo Entertainment Committee. Audience support will be a component of the judging process, so selected artists are encouraged to get their fans to the show!
Those interested must submit contact information, social media accounts, and links to released music via this submission form. Submissions will be accepted through February 25. Selected artists will be notified March 3.
Celebrating its 43rd anniversary in 2026, the Taste of Buffalo is the nation’s largest two-day food festival. For more information, visit www.tasteofbuffalo.com.
Buffalo Iron Works
49 Illinois St, Buffalo, NY 14203
Tickets: FREE admission
Doors: 4:00pm
Show: 5:00pm
Ages: 18+
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