Downtown Buffalo (photo courtesy of The Taste of Buffalo)

The 25th Annual Taste of Buffalo will be held on the weekend of July 12th & 13th, 2008. Begun in 1984, the family-friendly Taste is the second largest food festival in the U.S., attracting more than 400,000 people annually. It has been voted Western New York's premier outdoor festival.

The Taste of Buffalo is filled with great food and entertainment. It’s held in the heart of Downtown Buffalo along Delaware Avenue beginning just South of McKinley Square by City Hall, and heading North almost all the way to Chippewa Street. It begins at 11:00 a.m. daily and there is no admission charge.

The Taste features dozens of Buffalo's best restaurants serving some of the most enjoyable foods the region has to offer. More than 150 culinary specialties are served by Western New York's best restaurants in "taste size" portions. All items are priced between 50 cents and $4.00. Pick your favorite food or sample something new like Peanut Butter Cup Brownie or JunkYard Dog (Loaded Fish Sandwich).

The music never stops with four stages providing continuous entertainment. From Jazz to Top 40, from Pops to Blues, the best local, regional and national artists are always showcased.

The Taste is a festival for the entire family. There is an exclusive children's area with special entertainment and activities. From clowns to an interactive playground, the Taste has the magical power to bring out the child in everyone.

Mark you calendar and join the fun on July 12th or 13th.

If you'd like to get more details on the entertainment and other info visit the official web site: 24th Annual Taste of Buffalo