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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!
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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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Rock the Dock Music Festival
Rock the Dock Music Festival takes place at The Lake George Steamboat Company in Lake George, NY on July 11, 2026.
Staff PicksFestivals & FairsBands, DJs & Musicians (Live Music)
Lake George Steamboat Company, 57 Beach Road Lake George, NY 12845
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2026 Alive at Five Summer Concert Series: Funk & Jam Night
The 2026 Alive at Five Summer Concert Series returns for its 37th year with a fresh "neighborhood-hopping" format, bringing six weeks of free, world-class music to iconic locations across Albany.
Free EventsSummer Concert Series (Live Music)Staff Picks
Washington Park Lake House, Washington Park Rd Albany, NY 12203
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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
PIPPIN
PIPPIN: A Bridge Street Theatre Emerging Artists Production
A Bridge Street Theatre Emerging Artists Production, Pippin features performers ages 15-25 in the Tony Award-winning musical by Stephen Schwartz, running July 9-19, 2026. bridgest.org
Theater
Bridge Street Theatre, 44 W. Bridge Street Catskill, NY 12414
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Saratoga Race Course Giveaway Day - SPA FC Soccer Jersey
Giveaway days return to Saratoga Race Track for the 2026 summer meet! Fans can score free promotional items with paid admission on select dates-while supplies last.
Saratoga Race Course, 267 Union Avenue Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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Schenectady County SummerNight
It's the Capital Region's biggest summer block party! Schenectady County SummerNight transforms Downtown Schenectady into the summer place to be on July 10, 2026.
KidsFestivals & FairsFree EventsBands, DJs & Musicians (Live Music) Fireworks
Downtown Schenectady, State St Schenectady, NY 12305
7/10/26 6pm-9pm Lost Radio Rounders (Tom Lindsay, Paul Jossman, Bill Ackerbauer) @ Stephentown Memorial Library, Stephentown, NY
Lost Radio Rounders
Friday, July 10, 2026 at 6pm Lost Radio Rounders (Tom Lindsay, Paul Jossman, Bill Ackerbauer in for Michael Eck) At: Stephentown Memorial Library 472 NY Route 43, Stephentown, New York (518) 733-...
Bands, DJs & Musicians (Live Music)
Stephentown Memorial Library, 472 NY Route 43 Stephentown, NY 12168
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Paranormal Cirque II
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Get ready, Clifton Park!  Paranormal Cirque: Specter is going to transport you into the shadowy, sinister and sensual spirit world where the line between the living and the dead is razor thin.
Clifton Park Center, 22 Clifton Country Rd Clifton Park, NY 12065
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All Play! Joy in the Community #Actorvists
To celebrate the Actorvists' Takeover, all are invited to come and Play!
Theater
The Mopco Improv Theatre, 10 North Jay St, Schenectady Schenectady, NY 12305
PIPPIN
PIPPIN: A Bridge Street Theatre Emerging Artists Production
A Bridge Street Theatre Emerging Artists Production, Pippin features performers ages 15-25 in the Tony Award-winning musical by Stephen Schwartz, running July 9-19, 2026. bridgest.org
Theater
Bridge Street Theatre, 44 W. Bridge Street Catskill, NY 12414
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Floral Embroidery Workshop
Join local fiber artist Mallory Zondag in this beginner friendly floral embroidery workshop!
Arts, Crafts & DIY Classes
Shaker Heritage Society, 25 Meeting House Rd. Albany, NY 12211
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Open House at Freedom Boat Club at Reets Boatworks & Marina
Discover a carefree boating life on the beautiful Great Sacandaga Lake. Join Freedom Boat Club at Reets Boatworks & Marina for a summer Open House with free food, boat tours, and premium fleet views!
Staff PicksNature & OutdoorsFree Events
Freedom Boat Club at Reets Boatworks & Marina, 275 Lakeside Drive Mayfield, NY 12117
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MVP Kids Day Featuring Bebefinn™
Families can gather at West Capitol Park on Saturday, July 11, 2026, for MVP Kids Day featuring free Bebefinn™ minishows, meet-and-greets, and kid-friendly activities.
Festivals & FairsKidsStaff PicksFree Events
West Capitol Park, Empire State Plaza Albany, NY 12242
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