Custom Bartending Services
for every kind of celebration
The Wandering Buffalo currently operates as a client-provided alcohol service, allowing you the flexibility to customize your selections while we handle the service experience. We’re happy to assist with customized shopping lists, beverage planning, and quantity recommendations to help make planning your event easy and stress-free.
Mobile bartending services
STARTING AT $1,000
Our mobile bar package is designed to give you everything you need for a smooth, professional, and stress-free bar experience. Every package includes a professional bartender, setup and breakdown, general and liquor liability insurance, cups, napkins, straws, ice, garnishes, and basic bar tools for up to 75 people. We also provide customized shopping list assistance, beverage planning, and quantity recommendations to help make planning your event easy.
Customize your bar package
Every event is unique, and your bar should be too. Choose the services you need and create a fully customized experience that fits your style, guest count, and budget. Whether you’re looking for bartender-only service, our handcrafted portable bar, signature cocktails, Buffalo Sips mocktails, premium garnishes, or custom drink menus, every package is built specifically for your celebration. No cookie-cutter packages—just a bar experience designed around you.
A La Carte Options
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Each Starting at $300
Additional bartenders are recommended for larger guest counts and faster service flow. Helps reduce wait times and keep your event running smoothly.
Additional bar areas are perfect for larger venues or events with multiple gathering areas. Helps improve guest access and minimize lines.
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Contact for Pricing
Already have your own setup? We can provide professional bartending service without a full mobile bar package.
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Included
We help simplify planning by providing customized alcohol quantity recommendations and shopping guidance based on your guest count and beverage selections.
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Included
Need help figuring out what to serve? We’ll help guide beverage selections, quantities, mixers, and service flow for your event.
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Starting at $2 Per Person
Includes assorted soda options for your guests and mixers for cocktails. Great for keeping the bar fully stocked and guest-friendly.
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Starting at $2 Per Person
A convenient self-serve hydration station for guests throughout your event. Includes setup, cups, ice, and water service area.
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Starting at $2 Per Person
Includes champagne pour service and glassware setup for your toast. A simple and elegant addition for weddings and celebrations.
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Starting at $3 Per Person
Wine service provided directly to guests during dinner service for a smoother and more elevated dining experience.
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Starting at $3 Per Person
Fun non-alcoholic beverage options designed for guests of all ages. Perfect for designated drivers, kids, and non-drinkers.
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Starting at $4 Per Person
Customized signature cocktails designed specifically for your event theme, style, or celebration. Perfect for weddings, themed parties, and specialty events looking for a more personalized bar experience.
Family-Friendly Mocktails & Specialty Beverages
For kids and kids at heart. Bring fun, customizable, alcohol-free beverage experiences to your next event! From kid-friendly drink stations to Buffalo-inspired mocktails and dirty soda bars, Buffalo Sips adds a memorable experience that guests of all ages will love.
Buffalo Sips
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Starting at $2 per guest
Best for: Birthday parties, casual events, school celebrations
Simple, fun, family-friendly beverages perfect for birthdays, school events, family gatherings, and casual celebrations.
Includes:
3–5 drink options
kid-friendly classics
simple soda and mocktail builds
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Starting at $3-$6 per guest
Best for: Birthday parties, school celebrations, family gatherings, and events with kids who want something extra special
A step up from our classic LittleBuffalo Sips package, Little Buffalo Sips Plus adds more flavor, more fun, and a more interactive beverage experience kids will love. With customizable drink options, flavored syrups, and upgraded presentation, this package brings extra excitement to birthdays, school events, and family celebrations.
Includes:
5–8 drink options
flavored syrup customization
kid-friendly mocktails
upgraded presentation and fun drink combinations
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Starting at $4 per guest
Best for: Birthdays, showers, family celebrations
An interactive mocktail experience featuring flavored syrups, customizable drinks, and upgraded presentation.
Includes:
5–8 drink options
flavored syrups
interactive mocktail station
fun family-friendly drink customization
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Starting at $6 per guest
Best for: Luxury birthdays, weddings, premium family events
Our premium mocktail experience designed to wow guests with candy garnishes, upgraded presentation, and Pinterest-worthy drinks.
Includes:
premium mocktail menu
candy garnishes
elevated drink presentation
customizable beverage station
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Starting at $5 per guest
Best for: Teen parties, corporate events, family celebrations, and mixed-age events
A trendy dirty soda experience featuring customizable soda creations and family-friendly signature drinks.
Includes:
dirty soda menu
flavored syrups
premium soda builds
customizable options
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Starting at $6 per guest
Best for: Buffalo weddings, Bills parties, corporate events, community celebrations
Buffalo-inspired mocktails featuring local flavor favorites, including Loganberry specialty drinks and WNY-themed signature beverages.
Includes:
curated Buffalo-inspired menu
signature themed drinks
premium mocktail experience
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Starting at $6-$10 per guest
Best for: Weddings, bridal showers, VIP events
Elevated alcohol-free beverage experiences designed for weddings, showers, and upscale celebrations.
Includes:
elegant signature mocktails
premium presentation
customizable event-inspired beverage menu
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Starting at $8 per person
Best for: Summer parties, festivals, birthdays, premium events
Frozen specialty beverages designed for maximum fun and visual impact.
Includes:
frozen mocktail menu
premium drink presentation
high-impact event beverage experience
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Starting at $5-12+ per guest
Best for: Holiday parties, birthdays, school events, community celebrations, seasonal festivals, corporate family events, and themed private parties
Keep the fun fresh with Seasonal Sips, our rotating collection of limited-time specialty beverages designed to match the season, holiday, or celebration. From spooky Halloween mocktails and festive holiday favorites to summer coolers and spring-inspired sips, these themed drink experiences create excitement, encourage repeat bookings, and add a memorable touch guests will love.
Includes:
rotating seasonal drink menu
themed mocktails and specialty beverages
holiday-inspired flavors and presentation
customizable options based on event theme
limited-time featured drink selections
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Wandering Buffalo currently operates as a client-provided alcohol service. This means the client purchases the alcohol while we provide the bartending service, setup, guidance, and experience. We’re happy to assist with customized shopping lists and quantity recommendations.
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Yes! The Wandering Buffalo is fully insured with both general and liquor liability insurance.
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Yes! The Wandering Buffalo is TIPS certified and NYS ATAP certified for responsible alcohol service and guest safety. We are trained in proper ID checking, responsible alcohol service, and safe event bartending practices.
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No. Due to insurance and responsible service policies, we do not serve shots.
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We provide bartending services for weddings, private parties, graduations, corporate events, fundraisers, festivals, community events, backyard parties, and more.
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Yes! If you already have your own bar setup, we can provide bartender-only service without a full mobile bar package.
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Our mobile bartending packages start at $1,000. Final pricing depends on guest count, service length, bar setups, staffing, and selected add-ons.
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This depends on your guest count and event style. Typically:
• Up to 75 guests — 1 bartender
• 75–150 guests — 2 bartenders recommended
• 150+ guests — multiple bartenders and/or bar setups recommended -
Starting at $5-12+ per guest
Best for: Holiday parties, birthdays, school events, community celebrations, seasonal festivals, corporate family events, and themed private parties
Keep the fun fresh with Seasonal Sips, our rotating collection of limited-time specialty beverages designed to match the season, holiday, or celebration. From spooky Halloween mocktails and festive holiday favorites to summer coolers and spring-inspired sips, these themed drink experiences create excitement, encourage repeat bookings, and add a memorable touch guests will love.
Includes:
rotating seasonal drink menu
themed mocktails and specialty beverages
holiday-inspired flavors and presentation
customizable options based on event theme
limited-time featured drink selections
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Yes! We proudly serve Buffalo and Western New York. Travel outside our standard service area may require an additional travel fee.
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Yes! Our base package includes cups, napkins, straws, ice, garnishes, and basic bar tools/equipment.
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Absolutely! We provide customized shopping list assistance and beverage quantity recommendations based on your guest count and drink selections.
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Yes! We offer mocktail stations, soda packages, and our Little Buffalo Sips drink stations for younger guests and non-drinkers. We also offer kid-friendly drink drop-off options for birthday parties and family events.
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Absolutely! We offer customizable signature cocktail packages designed around your event theme, colors, or favorite drinks.
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Yes! Multiple bar setups are available and are often recommended for larger guest counts or venues with multiple gathering spaces to help reduce lines and improve flow.
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We recommend booking as early as possible, especially for weddings and peak event seasons. Availability is limited and dates can fill quickly.