Events

Events

Cars & Crypts

Albany Rural Cemetery 3 Cemetery Ave, Albany, New York

The second annual Classic Car show and Crypt tour. FREE to attend, walk around, view the cars, vote on favorites; but donations are welcome. There will be food, music, Friends merchandise, raffles, and other family-friendly activity. Guided tours will be given every half hour from 1:30 to 3:30 pm. Several historic vaults will be opened…

New York State’s 4th of July Celebration

Empire State Plaza Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY, United States

Rock your red, white and blue at New York State 4th of July Celebration presented by Price Chopper & Market 32 at the Empire State Plaza. This annual Albany tradition captivates attendees with live entertainment from local bands, delicious food vendors and more! To cap off the evening of patriotic fun, the night sky is ignited with a brilliant fireworks display.…

The Vintage Roundup

The Vintage Round Up 946 Broadway, Albany, United States

The Vintage Roundup is a collective of brick and mortars, vendors for the weekend, long-time collectors, and pickers from all over. Highlighting the best in vintage, antiques, and local food.

Event Series Honky Tonk Angels

Honky Tonk Angels

Capital Repertory Theatre 251 N. Pearl Street, Albany, NY, United States

13+ 2 hours and 21 minutes, including a 15 minute intermission The creator of Always…Patsy Cline brings to life Honky Tonk Angels, a musical celebration of the female stars of country.  This charming, foot-stompin’ musical mixes 30 classic country tunes into a hilarious story about three gutsy gals who are determined to better their lives and follow their dreams…

Event Series Honky Tonk Angels

Honky Tonk Angels

Capital Repertory Theatre 251 N. Pearl Street, Albany, NY, United States

13+ 2 hours and 21 minutes, including a 15 minute intermission The creator of Always…Patsy Cline brings to life Honky Tonk Angels, a musical celebration of the female stars of country.  This charming, foot-stompin’ musical mixes 30 classic country tunes into a hilarious story about three gutsy gals who are determined to better their lives and follow their dreams…

Event Series Honky Tonk Angels

Honky Tonk Angels

Capital Repertory Theatre 251 N. Pearl Street, Albany, NY, United States

13+ 2 hours and 21 minutes, including a 15 minute intermission The creator of Always…Patsy Cline brings to life Honky Tonk Angels, a musical celebration of the female stars of country.  This charming, foot-stompin’ musical mixes 30 classic country tunes into a hilarious story about three gutsy gals who are determined to better their lives and follow their dreams…

Event Series Honky Tonk Angels

Honky Tonk Angels

Capital Repertory Theatre 251 N. Pearl Street, Albany, NY, United States

13+ 2 hours and 21 minutes, including a 15 minute intermission The creator of Always…Patsy Cline brings to life Honky Tonk Angels, a musical celebration of the female stars of country.  This charming, foot-stompin’ musical mixes 30 classic country tunes into a hilarious story about three gutsy gals who are determined to better their lives and follow their dreams…

Capital District Scottish Games

Altamont Fairgrounds 129 Grand St,, Altamont, NY, United States

A Celtic festival of arts, featuring pipe bands, highland dancing, athletics, clans, celtic folk/rock music, sheep and scottie dog exhibition and much more. Fun for the whole family. Photo Credit: Michael Seinberg $24 at the gate. Children 12 years of age and younger are free. Free Parking Veterans and Active Military: You will save 50% on…

$24

4th Annual Winter Art Fest

albany center gallery 488 Broadway, Albany, NY, United States

During cold winters, it’s easy to feel ice-olated. Chill with us in Downtown Albany on Saturday, March 9, noon - 6:00 p.m.!  Get your tickets for the 4th Winter Art Fest now. Albany Center Gallery (ACG) and Albany Distilling Company (ADCo) are excited to announce the 4th rendition of Winter Art Fest in Downtown Albany, NY.…

$24

Albany St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Downtown Albany

The Albany St. Patrick's Day Parade returns on Saturday March 16th! Dress from head-to-toe in green and head to downtown Albany with your family and friends for the celebration. The parade is full of festive fanfare including Irish pipers, step dancers, decorated floats, and marching bands. The festive parade steps off at 2:00 PM and…

Free

Albany Film Festival

University at Albany 1400 Washington Ave, Albany, NY

The annual Albany Film Festival, presented by the NYS Writers Institute, is at the University at Albany. The festival features "bookish" events exploring the craft of diverse storytelling in cinema, foster a deeper understanding of social justice and celebrate the human experience in all its dimensions. Enjoy full-length and short film screenings, special guests from the film industry, in-depth…

Dutch Apple Cruises Opening Day

Dutch Apple Cruises 141 Broadway, Albany, NY, United States

Boarding a Dutch Apple Cruise is a quintessential warm weather experience in Albany! The Dutch Apple sets sail for the 2024 season this April. Take it easy on this sightseeing cruise along the Hudson River and learn about Albany’s history from a new perspective.

Event Series Spring Awakening

Spring Awakening

Cohoes Music Hall 58 Remsen St, Cohoes, NY, United States

Don’t miss the Playhouse Stage Company’s performance of Spring Awakening this April at the Cohoes Music Hall. Winner of eight Tony Awards the musical “explores the tumultuous journey of adolescents discovering the complexities of life, love, and sexuality in a repressive society.”

Lupine Festival

Albany Pine Bush Preserve 195 New Karner Rd, Albany, NY, United States

Celebrate the magic of Spring with Lupine Fest at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve. Fields of violet Lupine flowers and fluttering Karner Blue butterflies set the stage for visitors to explore the unique preserve. The month-long festival showcases the beauty of the Pine Bush through nature walks, hands on activities, live music, games, craft vendors, food, and…

Event Series The 76th Tulip Festival

The 76th Tulip Festival

Washington Park 1 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY

Albany’s signature spring event returns for its 76th year. Attend the Tulip Fest in Washington Park this Mother’s Day weekend. Explore garden beds of more than 140,000 tulips in 150 different varieties, shop nearly one hundred artisans selling handmade crafts, enjoy a fine arts show, delicious food, the KidZone, the crowning of the Tulip Queen,…

Free

Dad Fest

Enjoy a sunny afternoon in Washington Park at the City of Albany’s Dad Fest designed to celebrate all fathers on their special day. Enjoy a Classic Car Show, live music, delicious food, and many "dad-centric" retail vendors.

Pinkster

Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site 32 Catherine Street, Albany, NY, United States

Once a colonial Dutch holiday, Pinkster quickly developed into an African celebration of family, hope, and cultural identity in the 18th century. The celebration developed from cultural traditions brought to the Hudson River Valley by individuals from West and Central Africa who were enslaved by the Dutch colonists. Pinkster became a spring celebration where enslaved…

New York State’s 4th of July Celebration

Empire State Plaza Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY, United States

Celebrate Independence Day at one of the largest July 4th celebrations in upstate New York! Since our country's bicentennial in 1976, crowds of more than 20,000 people have gathered along Empire State Plaza each year to celebrate America's birthday. Festivities include special musical performances, delicious food vendors, a flyover by the 109AW New York Air…

Event Series 2024 Summer Craft Fair

2024 Summer Craft Fair

Shaker Heritage Society 25 Meeting House Road, Albany, NY, United States

At the site of America’s first Shaker settlement enjoy an outdoor craft fair to start your summer! Browse 60+ regional artists, participate in Shaker themed crafts, attend special tours and craft demonstrations, enjoy the petting zoo, watch sheep shearing and taste delicious local treats all while listening to live music.,