Community Events
At the Greater Jefferson Avenue Business Association, we believe that vibrant community events are the heart of a thriving neighborhood.
Our calendar is filled with exciting gatherings that foster connection, collaboration, and celebration among local businesses and residents. From the popular Friday Night Live Block Party Series to the annual Funk Fest, there's always something happening on Jefferson Avenue.
Discover the upcoming events that you won't want to miss and be a part of the revitalization of East Buffalo.
Explore below to find out more!
GJABA Quarterly Meeting, June 4, 2026 at Exchange at Beverly Gray
Attention Members + Jefferson Corridor Business Owners
We need to hear from you! Speak up - let's us know what you are looking to accomplish, how your business needs support, and what your next steps COULD be. We want to help you succeed. Take our brief survey to join the GJABA Email List and receive more resources directly to your inbox. CLICK HERE
CROSSROADS COMMUNITY FUND CONFERENCE TUESDAY MARCH 25, 2025 1-2PM MERRIWEATHER LIBRARY
VACANT RENTALPROGRAM (VRP)
An Affordable Housing and Home Renovation Grant Program.VACANT RENTAL PROGRAM (VRP). The New York State Office of Homes and Community Renewal.
LISC SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES
Coming soon :$10,000 Grants!
www.lisc.org
FUNDING FOR COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES
GJABA MEMBERS Please keep us informed when you apply..
PREMIER CIGARS & LOUNGE 5TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Buffalo's first and only minority owned cigar shop invites all to attend.This years celebration we will be here on Jefferson Ave., doing our part to keep business on Jefferson!
2025 VETERAN'S HONOR PARADE
2025 VETERAN'S HONOR PARADE
SATURDAY AUGUST 30TH, 2PM STARTING AT JEFFERSON AVE. AND RILEY ST. ENDING AT JEFFERSON AVE. AND DODGE ST.
*FREE VETERAN'S INFORMATION *GIVEAWAYS, FUN AND HONORING OF LOCAL VETERANS *MINI STAND DOWN IMMEDIATELY AFTER PARADE ON JEFFERSON AVE. AT DODGE ST.
OPEN BUFFALO
SUMMER SAILING VIEWS & VIBES FUNDRAISER
BUFFALO FUNK FEST 2025
THE GREATER JEFFERSON AVENUE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION PROUDLY SUPPORTS BUFFALO FUNK FEST FOUNDATION.
DLP CONSULTING
DLP CONSULTING/NATANIA B PARKER FOUNDATION INC. 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION. FRIDAY AUGUST 22, 2025