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Free Events in Albany & the Capital Region

Not every great outing has to cost something. This calendar rounds up free concerts, festivals, and family-friendly activities across Albany, NY and the Capital Region, including Troy, Schenectady, Clifton Park, and nearby communities, so you can plan a full day out without spending a dime.

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2026 Summer In The City Free Movie Series
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Each week in July & August, get out of the heat and step inside the cool Palace Theatre for an afternoon of fun activities and a FREE family-friendly movie!
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Palace Theatre, 19 Clinton Ave Albany, NY 12207
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The Schoharie County Farmers Market
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The Schoharie County Farmers Market runs every Sunday 10am-1pm from May to October on the Cobleskill Fairgrounds in Schoharie County!
Staff PicksKidsFree EventsShopping & Store SalesFarmers Markets
The Cobleskill Fairgrounds, 113 Sunshine Drive Cobleskill, NY 12043
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Town of Clifton Park's National Night Out
Join us for this family event which incorporates public safety education as part of National Night Out events, including Police, Fire, EMS, preparedness displays and safety information.
Clifton Common, Clifton Common Boulevard Clifton Park, NY 12065
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Performing Arts at the Common: Gramma Tippy Toes at NNO!
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
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Performing Arts at the Common: Big Sky Country at NNO!
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
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Freedom Park Summer Concert Series: That 80's Band
Located in Scotia, NY, right next to Jumpin' Jack's, the Freedom Park Summer Concert Series offers free concerts highlighting performers from all over the Capital Region.
Staff PicksSummer Concert Series (Live Music)Bands, DJs & Musicians (Live Music) Free Events
Freedom Park, 5 Schonowee Avenue Scotia, NY 12302
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2026 Jazz on Jay: The Cribtet
Jazz on Jay is back with free lunchtime concerts throughout the summer!
Free EventsSummer Concert Series (Live Music)
Jay Street and State Street Schenectady, NY 12305
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2026 Markets at Round Lake
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Come and Celebrate the Makers Revolution and Sustainable Food Movement. August 8th & 9th, 2025 from Saturday 9am to 5pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm.
Village Green, 49 Burlington Avenue Round Lake, NY 12151
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Freedom Park Summer Concert Series: Alan Payette Project
Located in Scotia, NY, right next to Jumpin' Jack's, the Freedom Park Summer Concert Series offers free concerts highlighting performers from all over the Capital Region.
Staff PicksSummer Concert Series (Live Music)Bands, DJs & Musicians (Live Music) Free Events
Freedom Park, 5 Schonowee Avenue Scotia, NY 12302
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Freedom Park Summer Concert Series: BWC Jazz Orchestra
Located in Scotia, NY, right next to Jumpin' Jack's, the Freedom Park Summer Concert Series offers free concerts highlighting performers from all over the Capital Region.
Staff PicksSummer Concert Series (Live Music)Bands, DJs & Musicians (Live Music) Free Events
Freedom Park, 5 Schonowee Avenue Scotia, NY 12302
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Performing Arts at the Common: Cryin' Out Loud
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
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New York State Food Festival
Come to the annual New York State Food Festival at the Empire State Plaza in Albany on August 12, 2026!
Free EventsBands, DJs & Musicians (Live Music) Festivals & FairsFood & Drink Festivals
Empire State Plaza, 279 Madison Ave Albany, NY 12242
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Freedom Park Summer Concert Series: Jukebox Rebellion
Located in Scotia, NY, right next to Jumpin' Jack's, the Freedom Park Summer Concert Series offers free concerts highlighting performers from all over the Capital Region.
Staff PicksSummer Concert Series (Live Music)Bands, DJs & Musicians (Live Music) Free Events
Freedom Park, 5 Schonowee Avenue Scotia, NY 12302
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Performing Arts at the Common: Seth and the Moody Melix
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
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2026 Jazz on Jay: Kaitlyn Fay Quartet
Jazz on Jay is back with free lunchtime concerts throughout the summer!
Free EventsSummer Concert Series (Live Music)
Jay Street and State Street Schenectady, NY 12305
Seven Bistro Ladies Bike Night August
Ladies Bike Night at Seven Bistro August 13th 6-9pm
Ladies Bike Night at Seven Bistro: Come enjoy some amazing music, great food, drink specials, and much more!!! Everyone is welcome!!! Don't have a bike join us anyway! Aren't a lady... join us anyway
Seven Bistro, 7 Northside Drive Clifton Park, NY 12065
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20th Annual Clifton Park Elks Car, Truck & Bike Show
On Saturday, August 15th, the Clifton Park Elks Lodge will hold their 20th Annual Car, Truck and Bike Show. Join us for this charity event.
Clifton Park Elks Lodge, 695 MacElroy Road Ballston Lake, NY 12019
Capital Thingyan 2026 invites all to experience Myanmar's joyful Water Festival through live performances, delicious cuisine, water splashing and a celebration of unity, friendship and community in Albany, NY.
Capital Thingyan: Myanmar Summer Water Festival
Celebrate Myanmar's vibrant Water Festival in Albany! Enjoy traditional water splashing, cultural performances, authentic cuisine, music, and family-friendly activities at Capital Thingyan 2026.
Free Events
Corning Preserve Boat Launch, I-787 underpass, Quay St, Corning Preserve Albany, NY 12207
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2026 Harbor Jam Concert Weekend
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Rivers Casino Schenectady is hosting its free Harbor Jam summer concert weekend on August 15 and 16, 2026, at the Mohawk Harbor amphitheater.
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Mohawk Harbor Amphitheater, 200 Harborside Dr Schenectady, NY 12305
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