Buffalo Chamber Board President Provides Update to Council
The Chamber of Commerce in Buffalo is gearing up for an exciting summer, with the fair, rodeo, and parade on the horizon. However, some visitors have expressed concerns about certain businesses appearing "dirty" and disappointment over downtown businesses being closed in the evenings and on weekends.
Despite these issues, Amber Eggers, the President of the Chamber of Commerce, assures that things are going well. She recently provided details on the Chamber's prior events and discussed upcoming activities.
One of the most anticipated events is the Asian Food and Culture Festival by the WNY Chinese Chamber of Commerce. Scheduled for Sunday, August 10, 2025, from 11 am to 7 pm at 44 Prime Street, Buffalo, NY, this free, family-friendly event celebrates over 20 Asian cultures with authentic cuisine, live performances, and an Asian Fusion Parade along Buffalo's Canalside waterfront.
Moving to the Orchard Park Chamber of Commerce, they recently held their July 4th Parade, with encouragement for neighborhoods and businesses to participate, although no parade theme was mentioned. Other upcoming events include the Taste of Orchard Park on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, a summer celebration with local food sampling and live music. The OP Festival of the Arts and Annual Business Expo are scheduled for September 20-21, 2025, making it the largest suburban arts festival in Western New York running alongside the business expo.
Regarding the theme for the Buffalo Chamber of Commerce parade, no specific details were given, and no other parade-related events were discussed beyond the Asian Fusion Parade at the Asian Food and Culture Festival.
The Buffalo City Council recently received an update on the happenings of the Chamber of Commerce. However, no new upcoming events at the Chamber were discussed beyond the fair, rodeo, and parade. Additionally, no further updates were provided on the Chamber's prior events.
As the Chamber of Commerce continues to be busy this summer, it is expected that more events and updates will be announced in the coming weeks. Visitors and businesses are encouraged to stay tuned for more information and to support the local community.
In light of the upcoming Asian Food and Culture Festival organized by the WNY Chinese Chamber of Commerce, the Buffalo City Council might be interested in discussing the financing of this event, given its potential impact on city business and culture. Moreover, as the City Council is concerned with the overall health of businesses in the city, they may inquire about the Orchard Park Chamber of Commerce's Taste of Orchard Park and the Annual Business Expo, both of which could provide valuable insights for Buffalo's downtown district.
