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.
The Schoharie County Farmers Market
Today until Sun, Oct 11 · 10:00 AM
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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!
The Cobleskill Fairgrounds, 113 Sunshine Drive Cobleskill, NY 12043
CDL Employment and Training Career Fair
Today · 11:00 AM
Looking for your first driving job, your next opportunity, or a way to earn your CDL? Meet trucking employers, explore current job openings, and learn how to begin your driving career-all in one place
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Albany Airport Area–Latham, 400 Old Loudon Rd LATHAM, NY 12110
Clifton Park Farm Fest
Sat, Sep 19 until Sun, Sep 20
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Get ready for a full weekend of fun at the Town of Clifton Park's Farm Fest! Join the fun Friday through Sunday, September 18-20, 2026, for a townwide celebration of farming and fun.
Clifton Park, NY 12065
Sharon Springs Harvest Festival
Sat, Sep 19 until Sun, Sep 20
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Join us at the historic village of Sharon Springs for our annual Harvest Festival, where we welcome the fall season with open arms and celebrate all harvest time has to offer!
Village of Sharon Springs, NY, 199 Main Street Sharon Springs, NY 13459
New York State Police Service Day
Sat, Sep 19 · 11:00 AM
Join NYSP and our partner agencies for a FREE family event featuring live K9, drone, aviation and rescue demonstrations, vehicles, equipment and more!
New York State Police Academy - Albany Harriman Campus, 1220 Washington Ave Bldg 24 Albany, NY 12226
RCS MS PTSO Craft Fair
Sun, Sep 20 · 10:00 AM
Crafters, vendors, food trucks and family fun!
Ravena Coeymans Selkirk Middle School, 2025 Rte 9W Ravena, NY 12143
Rest & Relax: Quiet Hour at the Herb Garden
Tue, Sep 22 · 6:00 PM
Rest and Relaxation at the Shaker Herb Garden
Shaker Heritage Society, 25 Meeting House Road Albany, NY 12211
September Bike Night at Seven Bistro (Last one of the season)
Thu, Sep 24 · 6:00 PM
September Bike Night at Seven Bistro this is the last one of the season you don't want to miss it!! 18 Strings of Trouble will be rocking out in the parking lot! Carbliss Specials, vendors & giveaways
Seven Bistro, 7 Northside Drive Clifton Park, NY 12065
Harvest Festival in Halfmoon
Sat, Sep 26 · 12:00 PM
Enjoy this free, family-friendly Harvest Festival in the beautiful Halfmoon Town Park!
Halfmoon Town Park, 162 NY-236 Clifton Park, NY 12065
Upper Madison Street Fair
Sun, Sep 27 · 12:00 PM
Upper Madison Street Fair returns on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, transforming Madison Avenue into a lively community celebration.
Upper Madison Avenue Albany, NY 12208
24th Annual "The Way We Were" Car Show
Sun, Oct 11 · 9:00 AM
Experience a piece of automotive history at the 24th Annual "The Way We Were" Car Show on Sunday, October 11, 2026, 9AM-4PM, in Ballston Spa, New York.
Downtown Ballston Spa, Front Street Ballston Spa, NY 12020
Annual Carrot Festival at Congregation Agudat Achim
Sun, Oct 11 · 10:00 AM
Our region's premier fall festival features fun for your entire family!
Congregation Agudat Achim, 2117 Union St. Niskayuna, NY 12309
2026 Wynantskill PTA Holiday Craft Fair & Maker's Market
Sat, Nov 14 · 10:00 AM
Come browse local vendors and artisans offering handmade crafts, woodwork, jewelry, candles, holiday decor, baked goods, spices/rubs, and sweet treats!
Gardner Dickinson School, 25 East Ave Troy, NY 12180
Schenectady County's 57th Annual Holiday Parade
Sat, Nov 21 · 5:00 PM
Ring in the holiday season in Downtown Schenectady at the 57th Annual Holiday Parade presented by the County and City of Schenectady.
Schenectady, NY 12305