Albany Festivals & Fairs
From long-running county fairgrounds traditions to neighborhood street festivals, this calendar tracks festivals and fairs across Albany, NY and the wider Capital Region, including Clifton Park, Schenectady, and Troy. New dates are added as they're announced.
55th Annual Festival of Nations
Today · 11:30 AM
This year, we will celebrate our 55th annual Festival with you! Come and be part of the celebration of cultural diversity!
Empire State Plaza - Convention Center, 279 Madison Avenue Albany, NY 12242
Capital Craft Beverage Trail/Second Act Spirits "Drink Amsterdam Holiday Market"
Fri, Nov 13 · 6:00 PM
The Capital Craft Beverage Trail presents our first-ever Drink Amsterdam Holiday Market, a festive celebration of local craft beverages, holiday shopping, and live music at Clocktower in Amsterdam, NY
Amsterdam Clock Tower, 37 Prospect Street Amsterdam, NY 12010
Capital Region Wing Wars 21
Sat, Nov 14 · 5:00 PM
Your favorite food competition is back! Come out for the Capital Region Wing Wars as area restaurants battle it out for title of King of Wings!
Franklin Terrace Ballroom, 126 Campbell Avenue Troy, NY 12180
Saratoga Sports Card, Memorabilia & TCG Show
Sun, Nov 15 · 9:00 AM
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Don't miss the Saratoga Sports Card, Memorabilia & TCG Show!
Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
2026 Albany Train Show
Sat, Nov 21 · 9:00 AM
What better way to get into the holiday spirit than enjoying the sights and sounds of model trains.
Polish Community Center, 225 Washington Avenue Ext. Albany, NY 12205
2026 Saratoga Festival of Trees
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
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Catholic Charities of Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties invites the local community to unwrap the magic of the holiday season at their 31st annual fundraiser - the Festival of Trees!
Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Schenectady Festival of Trees
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 27 · 10:00 AM
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The 20th Annual Festival of Trees is the celebration of the season! During the festival, we welcome 3,000+ visitors to our historic house to enjoy decorated displays of shimmering fir trees.
Schenectady County Historical Society, 32 Washington Avenue Schenectady, NY 12305
Jingle Bell Bash
Sat, Dec 5 · 12:00 PM
Join Halfmoon Celebrations for sleigh rides, crafts, face painting, and pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus
Halfmoon Town Complex, 2 Halfmoon Town Plz Clifton Park, NY 12065
The 2026 Great Train Extravaganza
Sun, Dec 6 · 10:00 AM
The Great Train Extravaganza is eastern New York's largest model railroad and toy train hobby show. It's held every year at the Empire State Convention Center in Albany, New York.
Empire State Plaza Convention Center, 279 Madison Ave Albany, NY 12242
Marketplace on Candy Cane Lane
Sat, Dec 12 · 10:00 AM
Shop local vendors and crafters for holiday gifts on Sat., Dec. 12, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Halfmoon Town Hall. Free bag to the first 50 shoppers, plus a raffle and light refreshments.
Halfmoon Town Complex, 2 Halfmoon Town Plaza Clifton Park, NY 12065
Albany Winter Wonderland Craft & Vendor Market
Sat, Dec 26 - Sun, Dec 27
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Step Into the Magic at the Albany Winter Wonderland Craft & Vendor Market!
Colonie Center, 131 Colonie Center Albany, NY 12205
28th Annual Saratoga Chowderfest
Sat, Feb 6 · 11:00 AM
Save the date for the 2027 Saratoga Chowderfest!
Downtown Saratoga Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
2027 Albany, NY Wine & Chocolate Festival
Sat, Feb 20 · 1:00 PM
Join us as we celebrate great wine and sweets from down the street and around New York!
The Desmond Hotel, 660 Albany Shaker Rd Albany, NY 12211
ENYCAR Auto Show
Fri, Apr 16 - Sun, Apr 18
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The 2027 ENYCAR Auto Show features over 20 automotive brands and models, showcasing the latest safety features, options, and styling!
Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Beekman Street Art Fair 2027
Sun, Jun 13 · 10:00 AM
The Annual Beekman Street Art Fair is scheduled for Sunday, June 13, 2027.
Beekman Street Arts District, Beekman Street Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
50th Annual Saratoga Jazz Festival
Sat, Jun 26 - Sun, Jun 27
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Save the date for the 2027 Saratoga Jazz Festival!
Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines Saratoga Springs, NY 12866