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Cobleskill Art In Action Festival & Auction
Join us at the Cobleskill Art In Action Festival & Auction for a fun day of live painting, crafts, and creativity in person! This is a FREE event.
Staff PicksFestivals & Fairs
Veterans Memorial Centre Park, 514 W Main St Cobleskill, NY 12043
Dad Fest 2026
2026 Dad Fest in Albany NY
Dad Fest is the City of Albany's celebration of all the fantastic fathers out there.
Festivals & FairsCar ShowsFree EventsFather's DayStaff Picks
Washington Park, Washington Park Road Albany, NY 12203
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2026 Alive at Five Summer Concert Series: Afrobeats 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
Broadway (Warehouse District), Broadway Albany, NY 12206
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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 Opera Saratoga Summer Festival
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Opera Saratoga presents the '26 Summer Festival - our 65th Anniversary Season! Join us from May 20-June 28, 2026 for opera that is stripped-down, up close, and unmistakably NOW.
Multiple Locations, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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2026 Mostly Modern Festival
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10 Concerts. 16 Days. 1 Epic Festival - Join us at the 7th annual Mostly Modern Festival in Saratoga Springs, June 4th-20th: experience fresh and fun orchestral, vocal, and chamber music!
Arthur Zankel Music Center, Skidmore College, 815 N Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
BIPOC Pride
Say It Loud! Bipoc Pride
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In Our Own Voices, Inc. 20th Anniversary of BIPOC Pride
Food & Drink Festivals
Washington Park, Madison Ave Albany, NY 12210
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Westgate Plaza Carnival
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The Westgate Plaza Carnival is taking place in Albany, NY, from June 17th to June 21st, 2026, featuring exciting rides, classic fair food, and games.
Staff PicksFestivals & FairsKids
Westgate Plaza, 911 Central Ave Albany, NY 12206
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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
R'Ville Stage Creations Presents THE LARAMIE PROJECT at Bridge Street Theatre
R'Ville Stage Creations presents The Laramie Project at Bridge Street Theatre, a powerful documentary drama exploring a community's response to tragedy. June 19-21. bridgest.org
Theater
Bridge Street Theatre, 44 W. Bridge Street Catskill, NY 12414
Good Karma 5K Run/Walk
The Good Karma 5K run/walk is for all ages and abilities. Recreational walkers and handcyclists are also welcome and encouraged to participate.
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Shenendehowa High School, 970 NY-146 Clifton Park, NY 12065
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Cars on Union
Prepare to be dazzled by the ultimate automotive extravaganza!
Union Ave (between Nelson Ave and East Ave), Union Avenue Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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Albany NY | Big Bounce America
Welcome to the biggest, craziest touring inflatable event in the entire world!
Staff PicksKids
Ellms Family Farm, 446 Charlton Rd Ballston Spa, NY 12020
The Big Bounce America
The Big Bounce America
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Get ready to jump into the biggest party on the planet! The Big Bounce America-home to the World's Largest Bounce House-is landing in Albany June 20-21
Kids
Ellms Family Park, 448 Charlton Rd Ballston Spa, NY 12020
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Waste Paper Woven Basket
Want something homemade to throw your trash in? This class has got you covered!
Arts, Crafts & DIY Classes
Shaker Heritage Society, 25 Meeting House Rd. Albany, NY 12211
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Brookside Craft & Antique Fair
The Saratoga County History Center is thrilled to announce a county-wide craft fair!
Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave. Ballston Spa, NY 12020
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Curtis Lumber's 16th Annual PetAPalooza Pet Adoption Day & Fair
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
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2026 House, Garden, & History Tour (& Stoop Stroll)
The House, Garden, & History Tour offers history, garden, and architecture lovers a glimpse into Albany's historic neighborhoods.
Charities & FundraisersSightseeing & ToursFree EventsStaff Picks
Center Square, Hudson/Park and Washington Park Neighborhoods of Albany, NY, 235 Lark Street Albany, NY 12210
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Plantella: An Empire State Expo
Plantella heads to the stunning Empire State Plaza Convention Center on June 20th, located directly beneath The Egg in Albany and it's shaping up to be one of our most exciting shows yet.
Shopping & Store Sales
Empire State Plaza Convention Center, Empire State Plaza albany, NY 12242
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