Good morning, Buffalo.

Families and friends gathered Wednesday to honor the 10 victims of the Tops Market mass shooting on Jefferson Avenue—marking three years since the tragedy—and state and local leaders attended the ceremony featuring wreath laying, floral tributes, and the reading of the victims’ names.

More than 1,000 days after his indictment on May 14, 2022, federal prosecutors said that every day the Tops gunman Payton Gendron stays in jail is a victory as his death penalty trial will not begin jury selection until Jan.

5 at the earliest—while his defense seeks additional delays to avoid the shooting anniversary.

Buffalo held remembrance ceremonies at City Hall and the 5/14 Honor Space to honor the 10 people killed and three wounded in the Tops Friendly Market mass shooting on May 14, 2022—local leaders urged the community to transform grief into unity and service.

On May 14, families and friends gathered at Tops on Jefferson Avenue to honor the ten lives lost in the 2022 Buffalo mass shooting as speakers including New York State Attorney General Letitia James offered condolences and a bell rang ten times—Buffalo residents were also asked to leave their porch lights on Wednesday night in tribute.

Buffalo finalized the sale of 14 city-owned parcels to the 5/14 Memorial Foundation to complete 18 parcels for a permanent memorial site in East Buffalo.

The transfer—approved by Common Council—marks a key step in honoring the 10 Black lives lost in the 2022 Tops shooting and will guide future work on the memorial.

The Bills released their 2025 NFL schedule that shows they will start at home against the Ravens on Sunday Night Football on Channel 2 and will play five primetime games — including matchups with the Dolphins and Patriots — this season.

They will play their final season at Highmark Stadium before moving to a new facility next season — the schedule also features key games against the Chiefs, Falcons and Jets.

The first six seats in the new Buffalo Bills stadium were installed last week and crews have placed the bracket supports for the lower bowl seating—an installation that will take six to seven months to complete as workers add roughly 60,000 seats over the summer and fall.

The project remains on schedule to help ensure the stadium is finished by July 2026.

The Royal Scam: A Tribute to Steely Dan

7:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Riviera Theatre — Tickets available at the door — Experience the energetic tribute performance with musical authenticity and a loyal following.

Warren Zeiders Live Performance

6 PM – 12 AM — Terminal B — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying sounds of Warren Zeiders in a vibrant setting at Buffalo Outer Harbor.

Lettuce Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Electric City — Tickets on sale now — Experience the magic of a six-member musical collective blending funk with hip-hop, rock, and jazz.

Smoking Popes & Off With Their Heads Concert

7-9 p.m. — Rec Room — No cover charge — Catch Smoking Popes deliver their upbeat blend of punk rock in an intimate setting.

Totally Buffalo Festival 2025

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — Free entry — Celebrate Buffalo with local artisans, food, live music, and family-friendly fun on Memorial Weekend!

Monday Morning Holiday Paddle

10 a.m. — North Tonawanda Botanical Gardens — Participation at your own risk — A scenic paddle launch to embrace the holiday spirit before the rain sets in.

Grace Lougen Live Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Caz — $20 — Experience a captivating night of music featuring award-winning guitarist Grace Lougen and guests.

The Garcia Project Tribute Show

8-11 p.m. — Buffalo Iron Works — Tickets available — Experience a faithful performance of classic Jerry Garcia Band set lists spanning 1976-1995.

The Unlikely Candidates Live Concert

6:30-8 p.m. — Rec Room — $27.47 — After Dark presents an evening with The Unlikely Candidates and special guests for an entertaining night out.

Grappling Industries Buffalo Tournament

9 AM – 11 PM — Kevin T. Keane Sports Park at Nardin Academy — Check the website for registration fees — Experience an exciting day of grappling competitions in the heart of Buffalo.