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2026 Alive at Five Summer Concert Series: Emo Night
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Thu, Jun 11 · 5:00 PM
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.
Jennings Landing, 1 Quay St Albany, NY 12207
2026 Dad Fest in Albany NY
Sponsored
Sun, Jun 21 · 10:00 AM
Dad Fest is the City of Albany's celebration of all the fantastic fathers out there.
Washington Park, Washington Park Road Albany, NY 12203
2026 Jazz on Jay: Bohdan Kinal Quartet
Thu, Jun 11 · 12:00 PM
Jazz on Jay is back with free lunchtime concerts throughout the summer!
Jay Street and State Street Schenectady, NY 12305
Open House at Freedom Boat Club at Reets Boatworks & Marina
Sat, Jun 13
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!
Freedom Boat Club at Reets Boatworks & Marina, 275 Lakeside Drive Mayfield, NY 12117
Gas Up
Sat, Jun 13 · 10:00 AM
The Gas Up features displays of antique engines, tractors, farm equipment, and many displays of 20th century collections. Free admission and free parking.
Gas Up, 130 Murphy Road Schoharie County, NY 12157
Summer Market at Stuyvesant Plaza
Sat, Jun 13 · 11:00 AM
Summer vibes are on at Stuyvesant Plaza! Join us for our annual Summer Market - a high-energy day of shopping, snacking, and celebrating the season.
Stuyvesant Plaza, 1475 Western Ave Albany, NY 12201
Support 518 Small Business Expo
Sun, Jun 14 · 12:00 PM
Support 518 Small Business Expo Sunday, June 14 12-5 Albany Marriott Free Admission
Albany Marriott, 189 Wolf Rd Albany, NY 12205
2026 Jazz on Jay: Marcus Benoit
Thu, Jun 18 · 12:00 PM
Jazz on Jay is back with free lunchtime concerts throughout the summer!
Jay Street and State Street Schenectady, NY 12305
2026 Alive at Five Summer Concert Series: Hip-Hop Night
Thu, Jun 18 · 5:00 PM
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.
Tri-Centennial Park, 560 Broadway Albany, NY 12204
Movies Under the Stars - GOAT
Fri, Jun 19 · 7:30 PM
Movies Under the Stars at Swineburne Park - June 19th. Pre-movie activities at 7:30pm. Movie starts at Sunset.
Swineburne Park, 810 Clinton Ave Albany, NY 12209
Curtis Lumber's 16th Annual PetAPalooza Pet Adoption Day & Fair
Sat, Jun 20 · 10:00 AM
Curtis Lumber would like to invite you to join us for our annual PetAPalooza one-day pet adoption event at our flagship store in Ballston Spa!
Curtis Lumber, 885 State Route 67 Ballston Spa, NY 12020
2026 House, Garden, & History Tour (& Stoop Stroll)
Sat, Jun 20 · 11:00 AM
The House, Garden, & History Tour offers history, garden, and architecture lovers a glimpse into Albany's historic neighborhoods.
Center Square, Hudson/Park and Washington Park Neighborhoods of Albany, NY, 235 Lark Street Albany, NY 12210
2026 Jazz on Jay: Ambrose, Hearn & Shoudy Trio with special guest Matt Steckler
Thu, Jun 25 · 12:00 PM
Jazz on Jay is back with free lunchtime concerts throughout the summer!
Jay Street and State Street Schenectady, NY 12305
2026 Alive at Five Summer Concert Series: Afrobeats Night
Thu, Jun 25 · 5:00 PM
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.
Broadway (Warehouse District), Broadway Albany, NY 12206
Troy Pride Night Out
Fri, Jun 26 · 5:00 PM
Downtown Troy's Favorite Event is Back!
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Monument Square, Monument Square Troy, NY 12180
Open House at Freedom Boat Club at Reets Boatworks & Marina
Sat, Jun 27
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!
Freedom Boat Club at Reets Boatworks & Marina, 275 Lakeside Drive Mayfield, NY 12117
Performing Arts at the Common: Community Chorus
Sun, Jun 28 · 7:00 PM
Head to the Clifton Common Stage for the 2026 Performing Arts at the Common Series!
Clifton Common Stage, 7 Clifton Common Boulevard Clifton Park, NY 12065
2026 Jazz on Jay: Shiri Zorn Band
Thu, Jul 2 · 12:00 PM
Jazz on Jay is back with free lunchtime concerts throughout the summer!
Jay Street and State Street Schenectady, NY 12305
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