There are some Buffalo events that feel less like festivals and more like family reunions.
The Pine Grill Jazz Reunion is one of them.
For 37 years, the African American Cultural Center has kept the spirit of one of Buffalo’s most iconic cultural landmarks alive through this annual gathering. On August 2 and August 9, Martin Luther King Jr. Park will once again fill with music, food, laughter, and familiar faces as generations come together to celebrate a piece of Buffalo history.
Long before Buffalo became known for food festivals and summer concert series, the Pine Grill was a cornerstone of the city’s Black cultural scene. Located in the heart of the East Side, it welcomed musicians, entertainers, and community members from near and far. While the building may be gone, the memories and impact remain…