March 26, 2020
Everyday in April
Virtually
We have put together a calendar of fun activities that you and your friends can do together virtually! We look forward to seeing all of the creative things you are doing to stay connected.
March 11, 2020
March 26 & April 9, 2020
Virtually
Rochester, NY
Join the Best Buddies in WNY virtually on March 26 and April 9 from 6 pm-8 pm and help raise money that will go toward your friendship walk page! There will be prizes for the top fundraisers of the night!
March 10, 2020
Postponed
Long Island, NYC & WNY
All Best Buddies Ball events in New York have been postponed. We have been closely monitoring the developments with COVID-19 in our community and due to the growing concerns surrounding safety and the well-being of our community, we have postponed all upcoming Proms until further notice.
March 1, 2020
Beginning June 20, 2020
Albany, Binghamton, Buffalo, Long Island & Rochester
Join us at a Best Buddies Friendship Walk, the number one walk in the country raising awareness and funds to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
February 25, 2020
September 17, 2020
The Bowery Hotel
New York, NY
Join us for the Best Buddies Party for a Purpose. This unforgettable evening will feature entertainment, a silent auction, fine food, libations and an opportunity to network with some of NYC’s industry leaders.
February 24, 2020
September 17, 2020
The Bowery Hotel
New York, NY
Join us at Party for a Purpose: The After Party for an evening complete with an open bar, music, dancing, and the opportunity to network with new friends.
January 25, 2020
November 1, 2020
NYC Marathon
New York, NY
This is a chance for athletes to dedicate their training and participation in the marathon to the life-changing movement of inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
January 15, 2020
Starting November 2020
Western New York, Albany
Champion of the Year is an annual fundraising competition organized by our staff, Event Committee and Advisory Board, featuring a select group of individuals, professionals and prominent community leaders.
Past Events
January 22, 2020
Jan. 11–Feb. 8, 2020
Albany, Long Island, NYC & Rochester
Back to Best Buddies is a leadership training for all student leaders. It is an important day that brings leaders together from all the local chapters…
January 21, 2020
January 29, 2020
Blue Haven East
New York, NY
Join us as we kick-off the new year in New York City with a Happy Hour at Blue Haven East in the Murray Hill area of Manhattan.
January 20, 2020
February 27, 2020
Swilburger
Rochester, NY
The first-ever Best Buddies Citizen Mixer will be held on February 27th at Swillburger….
January 2, 2020
March 1, 2020
Golisano Training Center
Rochester, NY
The First-Ever Festival of Inclusion, hosted by Special Olympics NY, the Golisano Foundation and Best Buddies WNY. This event will be a family fun dance party, resource fair, Unified Basket Ball game, and so much more!
October 1, 2019
October 26, 2019
Our Lady of Mercy
Rochester, NY
Please come and join us at this all-ages event. Make new friends with Best Buddies participants from all over western New York while dancing, playing games and so much more.
August 26, 2019
November 5, 2019
Salinger’s
Rochester, New York
Join is for a pre-Gala celebration with drinks, specials, raffles and a chance to meet some of the Champion of the year competitors!
August 24, 2019
November 7, 2019
Joey’s Social Club
Rochester, NY
Let’s keep the party going at Joey’s and continue celebrating our awesome champion of the Year event!
August 1, 2019
September 28, 2019
Fried Frank
New York, NY
Leadership training is a great way for student leaders to learn more about how to run successful chapters while celebrating Best Buddies’ 30th Birthday! One student from each school is required to attend.
August 1, 2019
Nov. 9 & Dec. 4, 2019
Various
New York
Best Buddies Ambassador training is a workshop that provides training for participants with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in areas of speech writing, public speaking, and self-advocacy.
July 31, 2019
September 28, 2019
Al Sigl Building
Rochester, NY
An annual event where we invite over 60 students from across Western New York to become better leaders and advocates in their schools and communities.
July 24, 2019
June 15 – August 23, 2019
Various Locations
Western New York
Join us this summer for our Summer of Best Buddies in WNY! Events range from movies, baseball games, to beach days, zoo visits, and much more!
July 8, 2019
July 8 – August 22, 2019
Various Locations
Albany, NY
Join us this summer for our Summer of Best Buddies in Albany! Events range from concerts, a basketball game, nature walk and more!
July 1, 2019
October 4, 2019
Al Sigl Building
Rochester, NY
Attend our free social media training.
July 1, 2019
November 23, 2019
Rochester Museum & Science Center
Rochester, New York
Join Best Buddies in Rochester as we explore the planetarium. NATIONAL PARKS ADVENTURE takes audiences on the ultimate off-trail adventure into America’s awe-inspiring great outdoors.
June 15, 2019
October 5 2019
Central Park
New York, NY
Join us for our annual EKS Day Picnic in Central Park, honoring Eunice Kennedy Shriver! We will have some light snacks, along with a soccer game, hula hoop contest and a Mini Pumpkin Decorating Contest!
June 5, 2019
August 11, 2019
Eagle Vale Golf Course
Fairport, NY
Golfers will come to the driving range to practice their golf skills. $20 gets you a bucket of balls; all proceeds will go to Best Buddies WNY!
June 3, 2019
3rd Wednesday of Every Month
Best Buddies Offices
Rochester, NY
We are looking for Buddies of all ages and abilities to participate!
June 2, 2019
September 14, 2019
Bayshore High School
Bayshore, NY
Leadership training is a great way for student leaders to learn more about how to run successful chapters while celebrating Best Buddies’ 30th Birthday! One student from each school is required to attend.
June 2, 2019
September 14, 2019
Sunmark Federal Credit Union
Latham, NY
Leadership training is a great way for student leaders to learn more about how to run successful chapters while celebrating Best Buddies’ 30th Birthday! One student from each school is required to attend.
June 2, 2019
Sept. 27, 2019
Warrior Factory
Rochester, NY
Join us as the Rochester Police Department battles local Fire Departments to battle to be the Best in the Roc!!
June 1, 2019
June 1, 2019
Sunmark Federal Credit Union: Latham Branch
Latham, NY
Best Buddies Ambassador training is a workshop that provides training for participants with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in areas of speech writing, public speaking, and self-advocacy.
June 1, 2019
October 13, 2019
Wickham Farms
Penfield, NY
Join Best Buddies Rochester at Wickham Farms for fun with lots of different attractions, countless special events, food and more!
June 1, 2019
November 26, 2019
Best Buddies Rochester Office
Rochester, New York
Learn about Best Buddies, who we are and what we are working to accomplish in the Western New York community.
May 18, 2019
May 18, 2019
Microsoft Store
Garden City, NY
Best Buddies Ambassador training is a workshop that provides training for participants with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in areas of speech writing, public speaking, and self-advocacy.
April 28, 2019
April 27, 2019
Riverdale Country Day School
Bronx, NY
Join us for an outer spaced themed party! The Best Buddies Friendship Ball celebrates our Best Buddies in New York City.
April 27, 2019
April 27, 2019
Exhale New York
New York, NY
Join Best Buddies and Lauren Chiarello for an afternoon of fun and fitness — a 60-minute Core Fusion Barre Basic Level. 100% of the proceeds will support Best Buddies New York!
April 15, 2019
3/28, 4/17 & 6/27
Al Sigl Center
Rochester, NY
Attend one of our info nights to learn more about the Best Buddies Leadership Conference, which takes place July 19-22 at Indiana University. Parents are welcome to attend.
March 29, 2019
March 30, 2019
Longwood High School
Long Island, NY
Join us for a masquerade-themed party! The Best Buddies Friendship Ball celebrates our Best Buddies in Long Island, New York.
March 15, 2019
March 16, 2019
Arbor at the Port
Rochester, NY
Come and celebrate 30 years of best buddies international with dancing, games and so much more!
February 28, 2019
July 3, 2019
Frontier Field
Rochester, NY
Thanks to the Rochester Red Wings and Wegmans, Best Buddies Rochester has been gifted a night at the ballpark for 80 of our closest buddies!
February 22, 2019
February 23, 2019
Best Buddies Rochester Office
Rochester, NY
Ambassadors training is a program that provides training for participants with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in areas of speech writing, public speaking, and self-advocacy.
February 1, 2019
February 2, 2019
Bill Grays IcePlex
Rochester, NY
Come skate with the Rochester Ice Cats at the Bill Gray’s Iceplex on Saturday, February 2nd from 3:30-4:30. $4.00 for skate rentals.
January 25, 2019
January 26, 2019
Al Sigl Center
Rochester, NY
Back to Best Buddies is a leadership training for all student leaders. It is an important day that brings leader’s together from all the local chapters, reminds members of the mission and reestablishes best buddies as a yearlong commitment and priority.
January 17, 2019
December 10, 2019
Wicked Willy’s
New York, NY
Join us for a night of karaoke and dancing.
January 16, 2019
December 13, 2019
Best Buddies WNY Office
Rochester, NY
Join us for a fun-filled movie night!
January 15, 2019
January 14, 2020
Penfield High School
Rochester, NY
Join us at this exciting opportunity to view INTELLIGENT LIVES and participate in a community discussion on opening doors to inclusive opportunities.
December 16, 2018
December 23, 2018
ROC Holiday Village
Rochester, NY
Come visit Santa on Sunday, December 23th from 11:30am-noon at the new ROC Holiday Village!
November 30, 2018
December 8, 2018
Eastview Mall
Rochester, NY
Come have lunch and go shopping on Saturday, December 8th at Noon with your buddies!
November 9, 2018
November 10, 2018
Kodak Center Theater
Rochester, NY
Join Best Buddies Rochester for a special theater production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid by Artists Unlimited!
October 26, 2018
October 27, 2018
St. John Fisher College
Rochester, NY
Please come and join us at this all-ages event. Make new friends with Best Buddies participants from all over western New York while dancing, playing games and so much more.
October 19, 2018
October 20, 2018
Wickham Farms Pumpkin Patch
Penfield, NY
Join Best Buddies Rochester at Wickham Farms for fun with 20 different attractions, countless special events, food and more!
September 29, 2018
September 30, 2018
Champion Hills Country Club
Victor, NY
Please join us for the Oktoberfest Golf Tournament benefiting Best Buddies!
September 28, 2018
September 29, 2018
Al Sigl Center
Rochester, NY
Come and celebrate Eunice Kennedy Shriver and her legacy of kindness.
September 21, 2018
September 22, 2018
Heckscher Playground
New York, NY
Come out and enjoy a fun day in the park with your buddy and join in on the potluck picnic!
July 2, 2018
July 3 2018 – August 30, 2018
New York
Join us this summer for our 2nd Annual Summer of Best Buddies! Events range from movies, baseball games, to beach days, a zoo visit, and much more!
March 19, 2018
March 20, 2018
Microsoft Store
New York, NY
Come to our information session to learn more about Best Buddies’ mission and goals in New York. Meet our staff and see how you can get involved!
March 13, 2018
March 14, 2018
Fort Orange Brewing
Albany, NY
Join us on Wednesday, March 14 from 5:30-8:00 PM for a fun evening at Albany’s newest brewery! Best Buddies is hosting a corn hole tournament at the brewery as a fundraiser for the Friendship Walk.
March 1, 2018
March 2, 2018
SoulCycle
New York, NY
Come join SoulCycle’s indoor cycling Senior Master Instructor Stacey Griffith and Miss USA Kára McCullough to raise awareness and friendship for Best Buddies.
February 1, 2018
February 2, 2018
Hilton Garden Inn
Troy, NY
Please join us for an evening of music and dancing in support of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
January 24, 2018
January 25, 2018
Microsoft Fifth Avenue Flagship
New York, NY
Come to our information session to learn more about the Best Buddies mission and goals in New York. Meet our staff and see how you can get involved!