[PHOTOS] Buffalo Celebrates Community At University United

Summertime in Western New York is often filled with fun and excitement thanks to the many concerts, events, festivals, and shows during the warmer months. One event that has truly turned into a yearly staple of a Buffalo summer continues to get better, even after a decade, and once again, it did not disappoint.

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Returning for its tenth year, the University United Festival is a unique, family-friendly event in Buffalo's University City County District that gives Western New Yorkers a fun place to enjoy themselves while also being entertained by some of the biggest names in music. Year after year, this free community event continues to get better, and the people of Buffalo often leave full of energy after having such a great time.

Buffalo Common Councilmember Rasheed NC Wyatt, who represents the University District in Buffalo, organizes the daylong festival at Rotary Field on the University at Buffalo campus.

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This year's event entertained thousands of Buffalonians, who enjoyed great food, fun, and music. There was also a food truck, a kids' zone, and several community organizations.

On the opener stage, DJ Big Rob and Vibrant Strings entertained festival goers until the main event kicked off, featuring the soulful sounds of Robin Thicke, Musiq Soulchild, and Silk. The festival was hosted by WIVB's Chelsea Lovell and WBLK's Yasmin Young. At night's end, more than 20,000 Buffalonians experienced a beautiful fireworks display.

Overall, the event was great for Western New York and is yet another example of why Buffalo is one of the greatest cities in America.

You can check out some photos from this year's University United Festival below:

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