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St. Sophia's 54th Greek Festival
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Join us as Albany Goes Greek for 3 days during the St. Sophia 2026 Greek Festival! This year's event is scheduled to run from May 15 - 17, 2026.
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St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church, 440 Whitehall Road Albany, NY 12208
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2026 Alive at Five Summer Concert Series: R&B 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.
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Jennings Landing, 1 Quay St Albany, NY 12207
Viaport Mall Rotterdam Carnival
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Get ready, the Rotterdam Carnival is BACK at Via Port Rotterdam from Thursday, May 14th, through Memorial Day, May 25th!
Festivals & FairsKids
ViaPort Rotterdam, 93 W Campbell Road Schenectady, NY 12306
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BBQ Fundraiser
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St. Edwards Fr. Scott Council of the Knights of Columbus is sponsoring a BBQ to raise funds for charities supported by our organization.
St. Edward the Confessor RC, 569 Clifton Park Center Road Clifton Park, NY 12065
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Estate sale with original 1970s furnishings
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Estate sale in authentic 1970s house
Clifton Park - Country Knolls South, 14 Rolling Brook Dr. Clifton Park, NY 12065
Niska-Day in Schenectady
Niska-Day was created based on the mental health needs of those in the Niskayuna School District. They decided to come up with this family fun event that has grown each year!
Unique & NotableHealth & WellnessStaff PicksFireworks
Craig Elementary School, 2566 Balltown Rd Schenectady, NY 12309
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40th Annual Waterford Canal Festival
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The 40th Annual Waterford Canal Festival celebrates the history, culture and community spirit of the Village of Waterford, as is one of the Capital Region's signature canal-based celebrations.
Festivals & FairsFree EventsKids
Waterford Harbor Visitor Center, 1 Tugboat Alley Waterford, NY 12188
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2026 Tulip Dig and Sale in Washington Park
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Get your garden ready for next year at the 2026 Tulip Bulb and Dig Sale on May 16th and 17th, where you can dig your own bulbs at Moses Fountain or purchase remaining stock at the Lakehouse.
Staff PicksCharities & FundraisersVolunteer Activities
Washington Park Albany, NY 12203
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Sunnyview In Motion-Walk/Roll/Run 5k or 1 mile wellness walk
Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation's 5k or 1-mile wellness walk. Come join us and come see our patients lead out the event.
5Ks, Walks & Races
Central Park Schenectady (Pavilion), 500 Iroquois Path, Schenectady, NY Schenectady, NY 12309
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518 Day: A Celebration of the Capital Region in Albany, NY
Don't miss out on the inaugural 518 Day in downtown Albany, NY, on Saturday, May 16, 2026!
Festivals & Fairs5Ks, Walks & Races
Downtown Albany, Albany, NY 12207
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Wildflower Walk
Join us for this gentle walk in search of some of our favorite flowers.
Nature & Outdoors
Huyck Preserve's Eldridge Research Center, 284 Pond Hill Road Rensselaerville, NY 12147
The main window overlooking Madison Avenue
The New York Landmarks Conservancy Sacred Sites Open House
St. Andrew's welcomes you in to explore our history and beautiful stained-glass windows during the "Sacred Sites" Open House
Free Events
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 10 N Main Ave Albany, NY 12203
Community Farm Day - Garden & Grow Workshop
Community Farm Day - Garden & Grow Workshop
Join us at the farm for a day of community and learn how locally grown food is making a difference to many across the Capital Region and beyond!
Nature & Outdoors
Patroon Land Farm, 132 Ketcham Road Voorheesville, NY 12186
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2026 Spring Art in the Park
Spring Art in the Park will be held May 16th, 2026, from 10AM-4PM (Rain Date May 23rd, 2026).
Congress Park, 268 Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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Josey's WineFarm Season Opening Weekend
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Josey's WineFarm is opening for the season!
Tastings & Pairings
Josey’s WineFarm, 383 Pitts Road Old Chatham, NY 12136
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Zakuro-Daiko: The Bold and the Beautiful
Union College Music Department's Japanese Drumming and Global Fusion Band, Zakuro-Daiko presents their Spring term concert.
Concerts (Live Music)
Emerson Auditorium - Taylor Music Center Union College, Union College 807 Union Street Schenectady, NY 12308
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In Full Bloom: A Sound Journey of Abundance & Vitality
Celebrate the fullness of spring with a sound journey for abundance and vitality. Settle into deep relaxation as vibrant layers of sound invite a sense of openness, warmth, and renewed energy.
Health & Wellness
Carols of the Heart, 20 Eileen Street Albany, NY 12203
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Spontaneous Broadway
The all improvised musical comedy extravaganza! LIMITED RUN! May 9, 16, 30, June 6 ONLY!
Theater
The Mopco Improv Theatre, 10 North Jay St, Schenectady, Schenectady City of Schenectady, NY 12305
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St. Andrew's Episcopal Church Sunday Worship
St. Andrew's is an inclusive community, affirming God's grace, with an open and growing heart, mind, and spirit - called to serve ALL in Jesus' name.
Religious & Spiritual
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 10 N Main Ave Albany, NY 12203
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