Canalside

Sunday Social at Canalside

Experience this vibrant community hub the first Sunday of every summer month at Canalside!

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Sunday, August 2, 2026

10am-4pm

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Sun, Jun 7, 2026 10am-4pm
Sun, Jul 5, 2026 10am-4pm
Sun, Aug 2, 2026 10am-4pm
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Sunday Social at Canalside

On June 7th, July 5th, and August 2nd from 10am-4pm, join us at Canalside for a day of shopping, live music, local eats, and family-friendly fun.

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Bikes:

  • Enjoy FREE Blue Bike rentals on each Sunday Social date from 10am-4pm (on a first come first serve basis)

E-Bike Rentals:

  • Enjoy BOGO e-bike rentals on each Sunday Social date from 10am-4pm (on a first come first serve basis)

Reading Corner:

  • Join Barb's Book Buddies Campout! Enjoy stories brought to life through joyful, nature-inspired interactive experiences for children, sparking imagination and a love of reading.

Buffalo & Erie County Public Library:

  • Join friends from the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library with crafts and playtime from 10 until 2. Guardians and kids can enjoy a free activity while signing up for a library card and learning about all of the great fun to be had at Libraries this Summer!

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library: 

  • On August 2nd, Sign your child up for Dolly's book gifting program!

First Tee of Western New York:

  • Enjoy putting off of mats with golf clubs and foam balls while hitting assorted targets scattered throughout the space.

USTA Eastern:

  • June 7th - Join the USTA Eastern staff and volunteers as they facilitate a tennis activation! With modified equipment, this activity welcomes beginners and tennis players of multiple levels. Enjoy giveaways and information on local tennis programs!
  • August 2nd - Enjoy a tennis activation with Village Glen Tennis & Pickleball coaches, and USTA Eastern staff and volunteers. With modified equipment, this activity welcomes beginners and tennis players of multiple levels. You can also enjoy giveaways such as discounts to Village Glen tennis programs!

Vendor Applications:

  • Interested in being a vendor for the Sunday Social Series? Click here to fill out an application.

Boutique Boardwalk Vendors

Come shop ‘til you drop on the boardwalk at the Sunday Social at Canalside! See below which vendors we’ll have on each date.

June 7th:

  • Creative Butterflies
  • Cosmic Lotus Jewelry
  • Laura Chenault
  • A Quilted Balloon
  • Inspire You More Jewelry
  • Permanent Jewelry by Jackie
  • HyKraft Creations
  • Blue Moon Vintage Bus
  • Dragon Fly Art and Soul
  • Hello Darling Floral
  • Ava and Carter Clothing
  • Great Lakes Glass BFLO
  • Urban Buffalo Designs Co.
  • Emma's Place
  • Artistic Crafts by Sisters
  • Mumbo Wings ‘N Things / John Young’s Original Sauce
  • 716 Shop

July 5th:

  • Creative Butterflies
  • Cosmic Lotus Jewelry
  • At 88 Textile Designs
  • Laura Chenault
  • A Quilted Balloon
  • Inspire You More Jewelry
  • HyKraft Creations
  • Blue Moon Vintage Bus
  • Ava and Carter Clothing
  • Great Lakes Glass BFLO
  • The Scorched Tree
  • Urban Buffalo Designs Co.
  • 1st Kontact Queens
  • Buffalo History Buff
  • Emma's Place
  • Artistic Crafts by Sisters
  • Classic Crochet by Evie
  • Mumbo Wings ‘N Things / John Young’s Original Sauce
  • 716 Shop

August 2nd:

  • Creative Butterflies
  • Cosmic Lotus Jewelry
  • Buffalo Bling Boutique
  • Laura Chenault
  • Inspire You More Jewelry
  • SC Pretty Boutique
  • Creations by Nyree
  • Hello Darling Floral
  • Ava and Carter Clothing
  • Great Lakes Glass BFLO
  • Urban Buffalo Designs Co.
  • 1st Kontact Queens
  • Buffalo History Buff
  • Emma's Place
  • Classic Crochet by Evie
  • Creations from Crow
  • 716 Shop

Center Stage

Enjoy performances and wellness classes at the Sunday Social at Canalside!

Trilogy Wellness:

  • Trilogy Wellness will kick off the Series for vendors at 9:30am and at 10:00am for the community with a free stretch class from the stage. All ages and fitness levels are welcome. Attendees are encouraged to bring a yoga mat if preferred, though the class will take place on the grass. Each participant will also receive a complimentary stretch band and goodie bag to take home!

Shannon Connors KIDFIT Class & Craft: 

  • An inclusive, high-energy kids fitness class led by 2025 Best Personal Trainer in the 716, Shannon Connors - designed to build confidence, movement skills, and healthy habits through fun games and activities.  Exercise stations designed for ages 3-5, 6-8 and 10-12 yrs and all ability levels, each session creates a positive, encouraging environment where every child can move, play and succeed. Children will also enjoy a simple, fun health & wellness-themed crate project that promotes health, self-care and a positive mindset.

Food Trucks

Grab a bite to eat at the Sunday Social at Canalside with our food truck rodeo! See below which food trucks we'll have on each date.

June 7th:

  • Pete's Hoagie Roller
  • Venus Greek & Mediterranean
  • Fat Bob's Smokehouse
  • Breezy Bowls
  • Maple and Mini
  • Sweet Cravings
  • Tiny Thai
  • Rooted Locally - Fresh Greens & Artisan Pizzas

July 5th:

  • Pete's Hoagie Roller
  • Smash & Roll
  • Sippin' 716
  • Venus Greek & Mediterranean
  • Maple and Mini
  • Sweet Cravings
  • Tiny Thai

August 2nd:

  • Pete's Hoagie Roller
  • Smash & Roll
  • Sippin' 716
  • Venus Greek & Mediterranean
  • Maple and Mini
  • Sweet Cravings
  • Tiny Thai

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