NEW LOCATION, MANY ACTIVITIES, DELICIOUS FOOD, FUN EVENING!

Jun 18,2026
5:30 PM – 9:30 PM EDT

LOCATION: THE BARREL FACTORY
65 Vandalia St
Buffalo, NY 14204, USA

2026 THEME: THE Neighborhood Backyard Bash

Get ready to be part of the Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers, Inc.’s ULTIMATE SUMMER SOLSTICE. This Neighborhood Backyard Bash-themed mix-and-mingle celebration will feature live music and dancing to the beats of a DJ, along with delicious hors d’oeuvres and drinks. Enjoy a game of miniature golf or try your hand at corn hole.

DRESS IN YOUR FAVORITE SUMMER ATTIRE  and BE READY FOR PHOTOS.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPACT AWARDS
As we welcome the summer season, we’ll also honor five (5)incredible Community Partners who share our mission to Unlock Potential and Enrich Lives. JOIN OUR MC FOR THE EVENING Ms. Rachel Henderson, Actress, Educator, and Writer as we honor:

Rosalind Burgin, Partner, MMB Realty – Rashida Dowell, M&T Bank, – NYS Senator April Baskin – Giona Paolercio, AIA President at Paolercio Architecture, PLLC- Brian Charlton, BXI Consultants. President

It’s an unforgettable evening, and we want YOU to be there!

FUNDS raised at this event will support vital programs that enhance community FOOD ACCESS and SERVICES FOR OLDER ADULTS  empowering them with the skills and resources they need to achieve their full potential.

Thank you for supporting our mission—your contribution makes all the difference!

TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED at

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/bfnc-summer-solstice–2026

*** THERE ARE EARLY BIRD GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS ***

** A NEW EXPERIENCE THIS YEAR!  JOIN US ON A VIP Distillery Tasting & Food Pairing Experience.  ***SO,  ENJOY THE VIP Experience AND the Summer Solstice Activities.   SEE THE TICKET DONATION PRICE.