06/05/2026
🍀Battle of Buffalo II: Ireland vs. Buffalo Returns to Buffalo RiverWorks 🦅
An international boxing showdown returns to the Queen City as Battle of Buffalo II: Ireland vs. Buffalo takes place on Friday, June 5 at Buffalo RiverWorks.
This unique amateur boxing event brings 12 of Ireland’s top youth boxers across the Atlantic to face 12 of Buffalo’s rising fighters, creating a night of high-energy matchups that celebrate athletic talent, cultural connection, and community spirit.
More than just a night of boxing, the event is driven by a powerful mission. A portion of all proceeds will be donated to local charities, including WNY Heroes, The Firefighter Arno Memorial Foundation, and the City of Buffalo Animal Shelter, helping support veterans, first responders & their families, and animal welfare organizations across Western New York.
Fans can expect an electric atmosphere inside Buffalo RiverWorks as fighters representing two proud boxing communities go glove-to-glove in a series of exciting bouts. The evening will also feature Sean Vanderlip and 3 title fights and sponsored boxers in a Buffalo Fire vs Buffalo Police showdown making it one of the most anticipated boxing events of the summer.
Stick around for the after party right here at Buffalo RiverWorks featuring the award winning Rince Na Tiarna Irish Dancers of South Buffalo!
Event Details
🦅 Buffalo RiverWorks
🍀 Friday, June 5
🦅 Doors Open: 5:00 PM
🍀 First Fight: 7:00 PM
