Tales from the 42nd Parallel.

A look into life on the 42nd Parallel featuring stories, photo essays, brewing education, short films and more.

 

Explore the 42nd:

Listen Local. Drink Local.

Listen Local. Drink Local.

Buffalo's unique live music scene is characterized by the diversity of its artists, genres, venues, and the community's deep passion for collaboration and creativity. This passion extends beyond live music into Western New York's robust craft beer scene where creating a quality product with local roots is also an art. The abundance of opportunities to combine live music and craft beer for an enhanced experience within Buffalo's footprint makes WNY a first-class region for live ...
Listen Local Venue Showcase: Sportsmen’s Tavern

Listen Local Venue Showcase: Sportsmen’s Tavern

Sportsmen's Tavern has slowly transformed itself from a neighborhood tavern to one of the best live music venues in the county. In 2018 Ameripolitan Awards named Sportsmen's Tavern 'Best Americana Venue on Earth'. With around 70 shows each month, there's something for everyone so Listen Local and head out to catch a show at Sportsmen's.
Listen Local Venue Showcase: Asbury Arts Center

Listen Local Venue Showcase: Asbury Arts Center

Asbury Arts Center has it all—with performances in every music genre imaginable, comedy shows, speakers, and art displays in Asbury Hall, The 9th Ward club, and Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center, there’s no shortage of opportunities to soak in the arts in this historic setting—an 1800’s church that has been restored for the community to enjoy and celebrate around the arts for years to come. Get out to this gem in downtown Buffalo and Listen Local—there’s something for everyone.
Listen Local Venue Showcase: West Falls Center for the Arts

Listen Local Venue Showcase: West Falls Center for the Arts

West Falls Center for the Arts, a unique destination for arts education and performance, brings the community together for a variety of shows and programs in a beautiful rural setting. This nonprofit aims to provide access to the arts to all and encourages collaboration and growth between amateur and professional artists, holding ticketed events that fund both the artists and community initiatives including free music lessons for veterans and children. Learn how to get involved and Listen ...
Listen Local Venue Showcase: Jackrabbit

Listen Local Venue Showcase: Jackrabbit

Jack Rabbit is a newer venue on the scene, but has already established themselves as a top-notch venue in the Buffalo music community hosting local, regional, and national touring bands. Check out our friends at Jack Rabbit in this special venue showcase and make sure to Listen Local and get out for a show: jackrabbitbuffalo.com/upcoming-music/
Listen Local Venue Showcase: Buffalo Iron Works

Listen Local Venue Showcase: Buffalo Iron Works

42 North is proud to be part of the Buffalo music community. Like craft beer, it's original, creative, and brings people together. We encourage everyone to support the local music scene and get out and Listen Local. Check out our friends at Buffalo Iron Works in our first venue showcase.
Join the Vagabond Society – New Memberships Now Available

Join the Vagabond Society – New Memberships Now Available

LEARN MORE AND SIGN-UP FOR THE VAGABOND SOCIETY HERE
BREWSKI MAP 2022

BREWSKI MAP 2022

ADD TO YOUR PHOTOS! Here is your trail map for the 2.5 mile hike, ski or snowshoe and Knox Farm State Park. See you after at the 42 North after-party with music from Crikwater at 4pm.
Barrel Jam Beer Fest 2022 – 15 Breweries & A Winter Celebration

Barrel Jam Beer Fest 2022 – 15 Breweries & A Winter Celebration

WNY's premier OUTDOOR barrel-aged beer & winter festival returns to 42 North! Join us for tastings from some of the best barrel-aging programs around, live music and more. Tickets are NOW available for $49. The breweries and music will be announced soon!   GET TICKETS HERE   Details: When: January 29th, 2022Time: 2-6pm Where: 42 North Brewing, 25 Pine St. East Aurora, NY 14025 GA Admission: includes all-day barrel-aged beer samples, complimentary tasting glass, ski & ...
Barrel Jams at 42 North Brewing Co. – Ep: 004

Barrel Jams at 42 North Brewing Co. – Ep: 004

Episode 004The Brothers Blue@ The 42 Below Barrel Housefacebook.com/brothersbluemusic Crack open a local brew and enjoy some of our favorite musicians performing in the 42 Below Barrel-House. The Barrel Jams series features original tunes, songwriting stories, and a few beers from artists new & old and near & far. We're thrilled to bring you & support music as inspired as the beer brewing in the background. SETLIST:0:38 - CANANDICE LAKE3:59 - OLD BEECH LEAVES5:47- SAIL AWAY ...
The Adventure Guide – Hike WNY!

The Adventure Guide – Hike WNY!

CURATED MAPS. PRO-TIPS. GEAR HOT-SPOTS. ONE ADVENTURE GUIDE. We teamed up with Outside Chronicles & WNYMBA to bring you WNY's ultimate local hike and adventure guide. Now available at 42 North as well as KickStand Culture, Campus Wheelworks, Aurora Outfitters, Loud Performance, Adventure Bound. The 42 North Adventure Guide was designed by local mountain biker Casey Kelly of Limbic Studio.  Pick up a 42 North Adventure Guide for specially curated maps by Mike Radomski of Outside ...