RUNWAY: Intersectional Identity

Buffalo State University’s Fashion and Textile Technology department and proudly presents the 18th Annual RUNWAY Fashion Show– April 26th at 7:00 PM. Doors open at 5:00 PM, so arrive early to secure your seat and shop! Experience the creativity and talent of our Buffalo State University students as they take the stage to showcase their designs and production. Dress to impress and immerse yourself in the glamour of the LIVE Red Carpet and Photobooth and dance to music by DJ Milk & DJ Yes. Don't miss the chance to shop at our Bengal Bodega boutique and network with the finest in Buffalo's fashion scene and creative community!

This year’s show is dedicated to the memory of Nancy Belfer (1929–2024), a renowned fiber and mixed-media artist, and professor emerita of the Art & Design Department at Buffalo State University. During her 36-year teaching career, Nancy played a pivotal role in developing and coordinating the fiber design program, leaving an indelible mark on Buffalo State’s creative legacy.

Who: Buffalo State Fashion and Textile Technology

What: 18th Annual Fashion Show

When: April 26, 2025

Location: Buffalo State Sports Arena, Rees Street, Buffalo, NY, USA

Event Timeline::

Doors open - 5:00 PM

Opening remarks/show - 7:00 PM

Closing remarks & Awards - 8:10 PM

Event ends - 8:30 PM

Learn more about our 2025 focus!

For more information on RUNWAY, visit our website .

The RUNWAY Experience:: ON SALE NOW

RUNWAY:: Early Bird Tickets $10

· Live Red Carpet access

· Shop our Benga Bodega (cash & cards accepted)

· Enjoy our Buffalovebus photobooth experience

The RUNWAY VIP::

RUNWAY VIP:: $100

The Ultimate Runway VIP Experience 5:00 pm-6:30 PM. VIP guests will be seated at 6:30 PM, show starts promptly at 7:00 PM.

· Access to a private VIP party

· Enjoy complimentary beverages and hors d'oeuvres

· Reserved VIP seating

· An exclusive custom Fashion Club x RUNWAY tote bag sponsored by Goodwill of Western New York and Ruth L Holley Design Studio

· RUNWAY swag by Renew Bath & Body and In-Room Plus

· Shop our Benga Bodega (cash & cards accepted)

· Enjoy our Buffalovebus photobooth experience

POSE:: Live Red Carpet

Step into the spotlight at our LIVE Red Carpet! Strike a pose and show off your style. Who will you be wearing to RUNWAY?

SHOP:: Bengal Bodega

The Bengal Bodega is a pop-up boutique that celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of Buffalo State University. Shop the curated selection of products ranging from apparel and accessories to one-of-a-kind vintage and handmade finds. Bengal Bodega supports Milligan's Buffalo State Food Pantry by contributing 10% of proceeds to help combat food insecurity among students at Buffalo State.

We extend our sincere gratitude to our 2025 sponsors:

Presenting Sponsor:

Bespoke Sponsor: Spicy Creative, Tribe Up North, Legacy House, Creative Connect

Collection Sponsor:Institutional Equity Diversity and Inclusion, Franco’s Pizza, Wegman’s, Renew Bath and Body, In-Room Plus, DJ Milk, Buffalove Bus, Ruth L Holley Design Studio and M & T Bank

Designer Sponsor: Alumni Engagement, Goodwill of Western New York, West Herr, Uwill Student Mental Health & Wellness, Buffalo Fashion Week, Burchfield Penney Art Center, Beau Fleuve Music and Art, Trend Up, Connolly Studios, Franci by Nicole Davis, Renata Toney and Emma Storfer.

Campus Partners: Buffalo State Foundation, Fashion Club, Art & Design Department, Legacy Dance Team, Africana Studies, Communication Department, Events Management, Marketing and Communications.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Buffalo State Sports Arena, Rees Street, Buffalo, NY, USA, United States