This Weekend's Events For The Albany Region
Wondering what's happening this weekend in Albany? Find fun things to do with family and friends, from the area's top events to live music and nightlife to family-friendly fun.
Featured Events
Tri-City ValleyCats: 2026 Season
Sponsored
Today until Sun, Aug 30
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See the Tri-City ValleyCats compete at Joseph L. Bruno Stadium in Troy, NY, during their 2026 season!
Joseph L. Bruno Stadium, 80 Vandenburgh Ave Troy, NY 12180
2026 Summer In The City Free Movie Series
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Today until Wed, Aug 26
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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!
Palace Theatre, 19 Clinton Ave Albany, NY 12207
Arts in the City
Sponsored
Today until Wed, Sep 23
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Arts in the City is a free, family-friendly summer program happening every Wednesday from July-September that brings music, dance, wellness, poetry, and visual arts to unique locations across Albany.
Staff Picks
Concerts (Live Music)
Performing Arts
Fine Arts & Galleries
Bands, DJs & Musicians (Live Music)
Albany, NY 12207
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
Vacation Bible School at Christ Community Reformed Church
Today until Fri, Aug 7
· 9:00 AM
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Snowball Mountain Challenge Vacation Bible School at Christ Community Reformed Church in Clifton Park. August 3rd - 7th, 9am-noon Ages 3 through 5th grade
Christ Community Reformed Church, 1010 Rte. 146 Clifton Park, NY 12065
Seven Bistro Happy Hour
Today until Fri, Aug 7
· 2:00 PM
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Join us Week Days for HAPPY HOUR 2-7pm! Amazing cocktail creations, beer specials, small plate specials!
Seven Bistro, 7 Northside Drive Clifton Park, NY 12065
Morning Dance Classes at Jacob's Pillow
Fri, Aug 7
· 9:00 AM
Come dance at Jacob's Pillow! On Wednesdays - Fridays, join us for a variety of dance and movement classes open to participants of all experience levels, including beginners, ages 16+
Jacob's Pillow, 358 George Carter Rd Becket, MA 01223
Terrence McNally's "The Lisbon Traviata" at Bridge Street Theatre
Fri, Aug 7
· 7:00 PM
The soaring passions of grand opera collide with the messy realities of love, friendship, and heartbreak in Terrence McNally's celebrated modern classic.
Bridge Street Theatre, 44 W. Bridge Street Catskill, NY 12414
Saratoga Race Course Giveaway Day - Whitney Pin
Fri, Aug 7
· 11:00 AM
Giveaway days return to Saratoga Race Track for the 2026 summer meet! Fans can score free promotional items with paid admission on select dates-while supplies last.
Saratoga Race Course, 267 Union Avenue Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Secrets from the Deep
Fri, Aug 7
· 12:00 PM
Join maritime archaeologist Dr. Daria Merwin at the historic gunboat in South Hall to discover how archaeologists uncover clues hidden beneath the water's surface!
New York State Museum, 222 Madison Avenue Albany/Capital Region, NY 12230
Roots, Rhythm, and Ale
Fri, Aug 7
· 5:00 PM
Join us for the Iroquois Museum's lively annual fundraiser Roots, Rhythm, and Ale on Friday, Aug. 7, 5-9 p.m.
Iroquois Museum, 324 Caverns Road Howes Cave, NY 12092
2026 Markets at Round Lake
Sat, Aug 8 until Sun, Aug 9
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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
Terrence McNally's "The Lisbon Traviata" at Bridge Street Theatre
Sat, Aug 8
· 7:00 PM
The soaring passions of grand opera collide with the messy realities of love, friendship, and heartbreak in Terrence McNally's celebrated modern classic.
Bridge Street Theatre, 44 W. Bridge Street Catskill, NY 12414
Day of Data Albany 2026
Sat, Aug 8
· 8:00 AM
Day of Data Albany is a one-day community-based technical conference for anyone working in data-driven industries.
Massry School of Business at UAlbany, Business Building, University at Albany Albany, NY 12206
2026 Whitney Day at Saratoga Race Course
Sat, Aug 8
· 10:00 AM
Make plans for Whitney Day at Saratoga Race Course on Saturday, August 8, 2026.
Saratoga Race Course, 267 Union Avenue Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Guided Tour: How a Canal Built the Empire: The Port of New York and the Erie Canal
Sat, Aug 8
· 12:00 PM
Explore the remarkable story of how the Erie Canal transformed New York's economy and identity!
New York State Museum, 222 Madison Avenue Albany/Capital Region, NY 12230
Second Saturday Open Studio
Sat, Aug 8
· 12:00 PM
Beth Brown Art & Design Studio welcomes visitors on Second Saturdays 12:00-4:00 PM for Open Studio. Browse Beth's gallery of paintings, step inside her studio, and learn about the classes she offers.
Beth Brown Art & Design Studio, 160 Delaware Ave., Suite 4 Delmar, NY 12054
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