August 25, 2019
Nov. 7 & 14, 2019
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.
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 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 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.
January 1, 2019
April 26 & May 2, 2020
Albany & 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).
Past Events
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.
September 1, 2019
November 3, 2019
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
May 10, 2019
May 9, 2019
The Bowery Hotel
New York, NY
Join us for the inaugural Best Buddies New York 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.
May 9, 2019
May 9, 2019
The Bowery Hotel
New York, NY
Join us for the inaugural Best Buddies New York 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.
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.
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!
December 1, 2018
December 14, 2018
Al Sigl Center
Rochester, NY
Join us for a fun-filled movie night! We will be watching the movie Elf and enjoying hot chocolate and a popcorn bar with our buddies!
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!