Things to do this weekend in Western New York

There are plenty of things happening around the 716 this weekend. It is the first weekend of October, and there is no shortage of ways to "Fall" into the month in Western New York.

Best Weekend Events In Western New York

Free Bar Bingo - Don't miss your chance to win with Free Bar Bingo at Bloomfield's Pub in Depew. It runs from 5- 7 pm, and you can win great prizes, enjoy an extended happy hour, and more. Tonight, you have a chance to win tickets to see Hilary Duff at KeyBank Center

Buffalo Sabres Home Opener - The Buffalo Sabres will try to bounce back from an opening night loss to Columbus on home ice. While the puck drops just after 7 pm, there will be a lot of fan activities to do before the game around the arena.

Buffalo Oktoberfest - The Buffalo Oktoberfest market is up and running every Thursday through Saturday from Oct. 1 to 30 on East Mohawk Street between Ellicott and Washington streets in Downtown Buffalo. Admission is free, and the event will feature live music, food, local vendors, activities, and a beer garden.

Locktoberfest - The 13th Annual Locktoberfest celebration takes place on Saturday, October 3rd from 10 am to 5 pm on Canal Street in Lockport. Enjoy food, music, local vendors, and local brews.

Buffalo Bills Football - The Buffalo Bills are back at the new Highmark Stadium for their first home game of the year. They host the New England Patriots; kickoff is set for 1 pm. They will also have a special halftime show featuring Natasha Bedingfield.