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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
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School's Out, Museum's In: Plein Air Painting
Not sure what to do with your kids while school is out? Join us for a FREE Museum Day!
Arts, Crafts & DIY Classes
Shaker heritage society, 25 Meeting House Rd. Albany, NY 12211
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Pick Your Own Herbal Bouquet
Pick your own herbal bouquet in our demonstration herb garden!
Museums & Historic Sites
Shaker Heritage Society, 25 Meeting House Rd. Albany, NY 12211
Local Author Event feat. Ann Marie Piche at MochaLisa's Caffe & Books
Local Author Event Feat. Ann Marie Piche
Meet local author Ann Marie Piche and celebrate the launch of her new novel, The Perseverance of Amelia.
MochaLisa's Caffe & Books, 22 Clifton Country Road, Suite 78 Clifton Park, NY 12065
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
Movies Under the Stars June 19th 7:30pm
Movies Under the Stars - GOAT
Movies Under the Stars at Swineburne Park - June 19th. Pre-movie activities at 7:30pm. Movie starts at Sunset.
Free Events
Swineburne Park, 810 Clinton Ave Albany, NY 12209
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.
Staff Picks5Ks, Walks & RacesKidsCharities & Fundraisers
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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