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4th Annual Winter Art Fest
albany center gallery 488 Broadway, Albany, NY, United StatesDuring 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.…
Albany Film Festival
University at Albany 1400 Washington Ave, Albany, NYThe 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 StatesBoarding 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.
Lupine Festival
Albany Pine Bush Preserve 195 New Karner Rd, Albany, NY, United StatesCelebrate 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…
The 76th Tulip Festival
Washington Park 1 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NYAlbany’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,…
The 76th Tulip Festival
Washington Park 1 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NYAlbany’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,…
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 StatesOnce 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 StatesCelebrate 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…
2024 Summer Craft Fair
Shaker Heritage Society 25 Meeting House Road, Albany, NY, United StatesAt 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.,
2024 Summer Craft Fair
Shaker Heritage Society 25 Meeting House Road, Albany, NY, United StatesAt 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.,
Capital Pride Parade and Festival
Washington Park 1 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NYCelebrate Pride in Albany! 🏳️🌈 Join the oldest continuously operating Pride Center in the nation, The Pride Center of the Capital Region for their 27th annual Capital Pride Parade and Festival. Known as the largest Pride celebration in the state outside of New York City, watch (or join) the marchers and floats take State Street,…
Legally Blonde the Musical at Cohoes Music Hall
Cohoes Music Hall 58 Remsen St, Cohoes, NY, United StatesDon't judge a musical by its hair color! Join the Cohoes Music Hall for a pink powerhouse performance of Legally Blonde the Musical, based on the film of the same name.
Black Arts & Culture Festival
Empire State Plaza Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY, United StatesThis three-day celebration of Black arts and culture features live performances by chart-topping artists, art exhibitions, delicious food and more. With something for everyone, the festival features a Teen Night with live music, a Gospel Night with regional performers, instructor-led yoga at the Health & Wellness Fair, and a Concert Finale with a headlining artist.
Albany Riverfront Jazz Festival 2024
Jennings Landing 1 Quay St, Albany, New YorkJazz up your weekend at this mid-September festival and enjoy world-class music along the Hudson River. For 20 years, this all-day-event has brought jazz greats, local favorites, and critically acclaimed up-and-coming-artists to Jennings Landing. Stick around for the fireworks display at the end of the night.
Path Through History 2024
Ten Broeck Mansion 9 Ten Broeck Place, Albany, NY, United StatesChoose your path through history! Join the Albany County Historical Association | Ten Broeck Mansion in celebrating Path Through History on Saturday October 12 from 11 am -4 pm. Join us for an exploration of the rich and diverse history of Albany County by choosing your path to explore. There will be driving, walking, and…
PearlPalooza 2024
North Pearl Street Albany, NY, United StatesDon’t miss Albany’s high-anticipated, all-ages music festival. The largest all-day music festival in downtown Albany, enjoy a series of musical performances, delicious food and drink vendors, and a morning YogaPalooza – a street-wide yoga gathering. The festival, presented by the Downtown Albany BID, takes over N. Pearl Street a location lined with some of downtown’s…
Albany’s All-Hallow E’en Festival
Albany CountyIn 1904 & 1905, the City of Albany transformed into an enchanted Halloween-Dreamland. The streets were illuminated with festive lighting, storefronts competed in friendly decorating contests, and celebrations were held throughout the City. Over 100 years later, Albany has resurrected this festival into a month-long Halloween celebration. All October long celebrate with Halloween events throughout…
Discover Albany’s All-Hallow E’en Festival
Albany CountyIn 1904 & 1905, the people of Albany celebrated Halloween with an All-Hallow E’en Carnival. The city was transformed into an enchanting Halloween dreamland. Discover Albany and partners have worked to resurrect this celebration for modern times with the annual All-Hallow E’en Festival. This festival is a month-long, county wide celebration. Albany County comes to…
9th Annual Albany Lantern Parade
Washington Park 1 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NYSunday, November 3 at 4:30 p.m. the Washington Park Conservancy and the City of Albany invite residents to join the ninth annual Albany Lantern Parade in Washington Park. This free, family friendly event showcases community, creativity, and neighbors coming together from across the Capital Region to illuminate a chilly evening. At 4:30p, participants will start…