Celebrating St. Patrick's Day in WNY Although this won't look like a normal St. Patrick's Day, there are still a few events that will help you get into the Irish spirit. Author: WGRZ Staff Updated: 6:09 AM EDT March 17, 2021 BUFFALO, N.Y. — Western New York isn't letting the pandemic stop them from celebrating another St. Patrick's Day. The events last year were some of the first to be canceled as the pandemic began in 2020. Now, things aren't fully back to normal, but there are still quite a few events happening today to get into the Irish spirit. Buffalo Irish Center The Buffalo Irish Center is putting on its annual St. Patrick's Day Irish Breakfast. Tickets were available all this week for pre-sale.