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Albany's best events calendar! Find events, festivals, and free things to do in Albany, NY and across the Capital Region, including Troy, Schenectady, Clifton Park, Cohoes, Latham, Scotia, and Glenville. New listings are added to the Albany.com Events Calendar regularly, so check back often for the latest happenings across the area.

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Tri-City ValleyCats: 2026 Season
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See the Tri-City ValleyCats compete at Joseph L. Bruno Stadium in Troy, NY, during their 2026 season!
Spectator SportsStaff Picks
Joseph L. Bruno Stadium, 80 Vandenburgh Ave Troy, NY 12180
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2026 Summer In The City Free Movie Series
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Each week in July & August, get out of the heat and step inside the cool Palace Theatre for an afternoon of fun activities and a FREE family-friendly movie!
Staff PicksFilm ScreeningsKidsFree Events
Palace Theatre, 19 Clinton Ave Albany, NY 12207
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Arts in the City
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Arts in the City is a free, family-friendly summer program happening every Wednesday from July-September that brings music, dance, wellness, poetry, and visual arts to unique locations across Albany.
Staff PicksConcerts (Live Music)Performing ArtsFine Arts & GalleriesBands, DJs & Musicians (Live Music)
Albany, NY 12207
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Palace Theatre Community Block Party
Join us on Saturday, August 15, 2026, for the annual Community Block Party!
Festivals & FairsBands, DJs & Musicians (Live Music) Staff PicksKids
Palace Theatre, 19 Clinton Avenue Albany, NY 12207
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2026 Albany Riverfront Jazz Festival
For 24 years, the City of Albany Jazz Festival has featured a wealth of jazz greats, critically acclaimed up-and-coming artists and local favorites at the area's most spectacular venues.
FireworksStaff PicksFestivals & FairsBands, DJs & Musicians (Live Music)
Jennings Landing, 1 Quay Street Albany, NY 12207
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The Schoharie County Farmers Market
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The Schoharie County Farmers Market runs every Sunday 10am-1pm from May to October on the Cobleskill Fairgrounds in Schoharie County!
Staff PicksKidsFree EventsShopping & Store SalesFarmers Markets
The Cobleskill Fairgrounds, 113 Sunshine Drive Cobleskill, NY 12043
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Seven Bistro Happy Hour
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Join us Week Days for HAPPY HOUR 2-7pm! Amazing cocktail creations, beer specials, small plate specials!
Seven Bistro, 7 Northside Drive Clifton Park, NY 12065
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Schoharie County Sunshine Fair
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Head to the Schoharie County Sunshine Fair for some classic fair food and fun!
Festivals & Fairs
Cobleskill Fairgrounds, 113 Sunshine Drive Cobleskill, NY 12043
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Morning Dance Classes at Jacob's Pillow
Come dance at Jacob's Pillow! On Wednesdays - Fridays, join us for a variety of dance and movement classes open to participants of all experience levels, including beginners, ages 16+
Dance Classes
Jacob's Pillow, 358 George Carter Rd Becket, MA 01223
Photo by Erio Piccagliani / Teatro alla Scala Archive (1954); digitally restored and colorized.
Terrence McNally's "The Lisbon Traviata" at Bridge Street Theatre
The soaring passions of grand opera collide with the messy realities of love, friendship, and heartbreak in Terrence McNally's celebrated modern classic.
Theater
Bridge Street Theatre, 44 W. Bridge Street Catskill, NY 12414
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Unearthing Revolutionary Ballston: An Archaeological Collections Tour
Step behind the scenes for a guided collections tour exploring archaeological artifacts recovered from Revolutionary-era sites in the Town of Ballston, dating from approximately 1780-1820!
Museums & Historic Sites
New York State Museum, 222 Madison Avenue Albany/Capital Region, NY 12230
Pre-drawn for You!
Golden Girls Craft & Trivia! Cheesecake Martini Special! FREE Mac N' Cheese Bar!
Grab Your Golden Crew!
Trivia, Karaoke and Game Nights
Canvas Corks & Forks, 402 Union Street Schenectady, NY 12305
Photo by Erio Piccagliani / Teatro alla Scala Archive (1954); digitally restored and colorized.
Terrence McNally's "The Lisbon Traviata" at Bridge Street Theatre
The soaring passions of grand opera collide with the messy realities of love, friendship, and heartbreak in Terrence McNally's celebrated modern classic.
Theater
Bridge Street Theatre, 44 W. Bridge Street Catskill, NY 12414
elks car show
20th Annual Clifton Park Elks Car, Truck & Bike Show
On Saturday, August 15th, the Clifton Park Elks Lodge will hold their 20th Annual Car, Truck and Bike Show. Join us for this charity event.
Clifton Park Elks Lodge, 695 MacElroy Road Ballston Lake, NY 12019
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3D Origami Workshop
Learn the techniques of origami in this hands-on workshop with origami artist, Itoko Kobayashi!
Arts, Crafts & DIY Classes
Shaker Heritage Society, 25 Meeting House Rd. Albany, NY 12211
Capital Thingyan 2026 invites all to experience Myanmar's joyful Water Festival through live performances, delicious cuisine, water splashing and a celebration of unity, friendship and community in Albany, NY.
Capital Thingyan: Myanmar Summer Water Festival
Celebrate Myanmar's vibrant Water Festival in Albany! Enjoy traditional water splashing, cultural performances, authentic cuisine, music, and family-friendly activities at Capital Thingyan 2026.
Free Events
Corning Preserve Boat Launch, I-787 underpass, Quay St, Corning Preserve Albany, NY 12207
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Anniversary of Hip-Hop Celebration
Celebrate the culture, creativity, and history of hip-hop at the New York State Museum!
Museums & Historic Sites
New York State Museum, 222 Madison Avenue Albany/Capital Region, NY 12230
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