When I heard the Bubble Man passed, I was crushed. Even though I don't live in Buffalo anymore, everytime I drove or walked past that Allentown/Elmwood intersection and I saw those bubbles coming from his window, it brought me joy and excitement. He became a part of the Buffalo identity...the Bubble Man and Buffalo became synonymous and intertwined. Apparently his name was Chuck. In my heart, Chuck will always remain the bubble man. I never met him, but I know him, his bubbles, and they will always be a part of Buffalo culture to me. Thank you for what you did for our city and all the joy that those bubbles have given us! read more

When you're walking on the street on a sunny or dreary day and you realize there's bubbles floating up towards the heavens, you stop for a second and take a look and try to find where they're coming from, truly being present in that moment, no matter what's going on in your life. When you find the source you watch as the bubbles live their short, but sweet life dancing around the air and you smile. A true Buffalo icon- the bubble man sparking genuine joy in the hearts of passerby's, making a bad day bright and a good day even brighter. You will be so missed Chuck, the best of the city of good neighbors. Cartoon in the Buffalo News by artist Adam Zyglis read more

The Bubble Man - Cartoon in the Buffalo News by artist Adam Zyglis - Local Flavor Near Me - Buffalo, New York

He was the best part of Allentown and will be missed. Immensely I am going to really miss those bubbles they made my day

Pure joy - the emotion evoked for anyone who had the pleasure of walking or driving down Allen and being hit by a parade of bubbles. I enjoyed seeing the magical little bubbles float down from his apartment window high above the Elmwood and Allen intersection from when I was a kid, to now having my own. He became such a staple, that it was almost concerning when there were no bubbles. Where was he? Is he okay? The hours he spent sitting in the window to sprinkle some magic on the passers by... I am so grateful for those. So sad to hear we lost this Buffalo legend. Rest In Peace Bubbleman. You've left behind a real legacy and lots of special memories. Cheers to you. read more

Okay, we all know how much of a living legend The Bubble Man is. Bubbles are such a simple joy. You don't have to be a little kid to find them pleasant. Don't tell me you're not at least a little bit thrilled when you blow bubbles. When they decorate the space around you, there's absolute wonderment in the moment. I've seen the Bubble Man's bubbles many times. He'll blow them during the Allentown Art Festival, you'll see them on a hot summer day...you can't really predict his bubbles. I don't think he runs on a frequent schedule. But, like clockwork, you'll find yourself on Allen one day and spot a glimmer out of the corner of your eye, spying bubbles floating in the air at the Allen/Elmwood intersection. Whether you're a pedestrian or driving in your car, the joy that comes from what the Bubble Man does touches every one of us. You can't just EXPECT the Bubble Man to be blowing bubbles when you walk by. It has to happen by chance. That's what makes it special. I was on Allen the other day, walking down to get a grilled cheese. It was a little bit warmer than it had been in recent days, and I didn't realize it had started raining when I left. I had forgotten to grab my umbrella, so I was kind of in a hurry to get to where I was going. I reached that intersection, and even though it was raining, the Bubble Man was at work. Blowing bubbles even in the rain? Wow. Iconic. It made me forget all my worries for a second, and suddenly I didn't really care how wet my clothes were getting. All that I thought about in that moment was pure happiness. All because of some bubbles. read more

RIP to the legendary Bubble Man. He brought so much joy just from the simple task of blowing bubbles down Allen from his window. We need more people like him in this world, who choose to do such simple things to make strangers happy just because. He connected with us all in a way without even realizing it. His legend will live on forever. read more

The randomness is what's so great. You never know if you'll see bubbles when you get here. You'll be waiting at the (long) light crossing Elmwood from Allen and suddenly bubbles appear in your view. Floating down from one of the apartments above. I don't know who the bubble man is, he might even be a she. But whoever it is, it's a great fun thing to have happen randomly at that corner. 20190225U read more

I've been trying to find the words to say about The Bubble Man. All I can think of is happiness and joy. He made so many Buffaloians happy. Bubbles are a simple thing but they brought so many people happiness. I hope he's in heaven blowing bubbles.. read more

A true staple of Buffalo, you will be missed, thanks for making the world a brighter place.You brought joy to many !!!

A Buffalo Bright spot, you will be missed, thanks for brightening our days with your bubbles, you made a lot of people very happy , thanks for caring. read more

Each city has its own little quirky individuals. Toronto has the Jesus guy. Brampton has batman. Buffalo has the bubble guy. Thank you for taking time out of your day to add a little soap spudded happiness into the lives of passerby's. However small (or big), you've managed to make a cute and "bubbly" impact on everyone's lives. Seeing the ever expected bubbles never fails to bring a smile to my face. Kudos to you. read more

Passed By Here Several Times Over The Years. The First Time There Were Just Tons Of Bubbles Floating Down In The Intersection (While At The Light), Look Up There Out Of The Upper Window Was A Man And A Bubble Wand... Did A School Field Trip To The Theater Of Youth, Just Down The Block And Had To Point It Out To The Kids As They Left The Buses. On The Way Back out To Load After, Most Looked For Him And Waved. The Were Rewarded With Waves Of Bubbles Floating Across The Area... Just A Man And Time For Fun In The Mundane World. Enjoy It! read more

I've visited the Bubble Man on a number of occasions throughout my tenure in Buffalo and have had such inconsistent experiences. I always pause at the corner of Allen & Elmwood with lofty expectations, but I don't get why this is a Buffalo tradition, nor why locals go crazy for it. Here's why: 1: Bubble size is totally inconsistent. If you're going to commit to bubblery as a career path, you'd think that one would have the decency to perfect one's craft before presenting it to the world. 2: The Bubble Man is no doubt keen to Allen/Elmwood's erratic wind conditions, but he continues to recklessly spray bubbles into the street with minimal consideration of where they might land. I feel that this creates a hazardous condition for drivers (who might ultimately swerve to avoid a rogue bubble) and disorients pedestrians. 3. The Bubble Man concept has already been beaten to death in cities like New York and San Francisco. I'm thrilled with the revitalization of Allentown, but I don't know that the Bubble Man will stand the test of time in a gentrifying neighborhood. If you're looking for more worthwhile pursuits in the Elmwood Village, I strongly recommend the Lady in White or even Eric Starchild. He'd love to show you some jewelry he made. read more

BUT REALLY, HOW DO YOU NOT GIVE BUBBLE MAN FIVE STARS?! You gotta see it to believe it, and soon you will be enveloped in the glory of random bubbles shooting from some apartment above the Jim's Steakout on Allen/Elmwood. Trust me - you won't be disappointed. Unless you hate everything that is good in the world. read more

Saw this for the first time during a festival, I waved, he blew bubbles. I moved on with my life. Months later I go to the taco place nearby, see bubbles, look up, smile. Months later I go to the grilled cheese place nearby, see bubbles, look up, smile. Thank you for making me smile. I don't know if you're crazy, or just fun, or just crazy fun, but I like you bubble man. read more

I did laugh when I saw people review the Bubble Man. If you give this guy less than 5 stars, there is something wrong with you. I mean, the man blows bubbles just for the pure joy of blowing bubbles! Who doesn't love bubbles? I have a toddler so you have no idea the amount of time I spend amusing him while just mindlessly waving a wand around the backyard, but the Bubble Man makes this an art. He does this purely for the love of bubbles. I don't know long this man has lived here or done this. I recall it in the late 90's, so probably at least 20 years. That is dedication. I lived down on Allen in the mid 2000's and of all the weird shit I would see, the Bubble Man and his bubbles was always comforting. Is the Lady in White still a thing in Buffalo? Now I have to check and see if people review her too. Long live the Bubble Man! read more

Such dedication! I went to Buff State from 1978-1982 & remember seeing the bubbles at Elmwood & Allen.

Driving to work down Elmwood was always a mixed feeling until I hit Allen & Elmwood and saw those bubbles coming out of the window above Jim's Steakout! The Bubble man has been an area legend and reality for a long time. I never realized how often the bubbles are activated until I started driving to work down Elmwood. What a mood lifter. Thank you Bubble man for brightening my day on multiple occasions. It is such a great feeling watching other people look up captivated and it brings such joy to the daily grind. Thanks bubble man! read more

No matter where I am going or what serious thoughts I am having at that moment, there is nothing better than seeing a cloud of bubbles floating down Allen Street. Whenever the Bubble Man decides to treat the neighborhood to his bubbles, people stop, look up, and smile. Thank you for the smiles and the happiness that you unselfishly give to the neighborhood. You are one of the reasons I love living here. read more

We live down here and my kids and I love the bubbles that magically appear every day!!

It was so goddamn cool I liked it so much the bubble guy was so cool and blue bubbles and I ate some of his food because he's a serious man that cooks and he likes to blow bubbles at people but he's kind of mean but I'll give it five stars just because I feel bad for him because it's a virgin get a woman poster he read more

Bubble Man, do you know how much you make my day? Even when in the worst mood, one sight of bubbles from your upper window and electric fan evokes a smile from ear to ear. It's such a small gesture that leaves many with warm and fuzzy feelings as they stroll through Allentown. May you live long and prosper, blowing bubbles across Allen and Elmwood for all time. read more

I truly enjoy the tranquility stemming from the bubbles falling from the night time sky. Bubble man you will always be special to me and my best friend and Buffalo! read more

The Bubble Man; an icon of Allentown. That bubble-filled sky at the corner of Allen and Elmwood will forever be a fond memory for me of this area, even should I ever move away. One morning in particular, on my way to work, I drove through through those bubbles, smiled and thought, "I love where I live." What a great way to start the day. read more

Landmarking a person is an interesting concept, and unfortunately NYC doesn't offer the same or I'd come up with some quirks real fast.

I have lived here for five years, and for as long as I can remember - The Bubble Man has been doing bubbles on the corner here. I've always loved it. Especially the really big ones. read more