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Tri-City ValleyCats: 2026 Season
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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
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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 PicksConcerts (Live Music)Performing ArtsFine Arts & GalleriesBands, DJs & Musicians (Live Music)
Albany, NY 12207
The Schoharie County Farmers Market
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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
Palace Theatre Community Block Party
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Sat, Aug 15 · 12:00 PM
Join us on Saturday, August 15, 2026, for the annual Community Block Party!
Palace Theatre, 19 Clinton Avenue Albany, NY 12207
MOPAR & Jeep Car Show
Today · 10:00 AM
Roll in for a day of high-octane pride and horsepower heritage at the ultimate gathering of MOPAR muscle and Jeep legends!
Goldstein Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram, 968 New Loudon Road Latham, NY 12110
Saratoga Race Course Giveaway Day - Saratoga Straw Cowboy Hat
Today · 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
Freedom Park Summer Concert Series: Schenectady Light Opera Company Presents Broadway Through the Ages
Today · 5:00 PM
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.
Freedom Park, 5 Schonowee Avenue Scotia, NY 12302
Performing Arts at the Common: Bon Journey
Today · 7:00 PM
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
Town of Clifton Park's National Night Out
Tue, Aug 4 · 5:00 PM
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
Freedom Park Summer Concert Series: That 80's Band
Wed, Aug 5 · 7:00 PM
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.
Freedom Park, 5 Schonowee Avenue Scotia, NY 12302
Rock the Block Concert Series: Total Mass Retain (YES Tribute)
Thu, Aug 6 · 6:30 PM
Enjoy free outdoor concerts at The City of Cohoes' Rock the Block Concert Series!
Canal Square, 72 Remsen Street Cohoes, NY 12047
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
2026 Whitney Day at Saratoga Race Course
Sat, Aug 8 · 11:00 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
Freedom Park Summer Concert Series: Alan Payette Project
Sat, Aug 8 · 7:00 PM
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.
Freedom Park, 5 Schonowee Avenue Scotia, NY 12302
Run For the Roses 5K & Kids' Fun Run
Sun, Aug 9 · 9:00 AM
The Annual Run for the Roses will be held on Sunday, August 9th, 2026 at Grafton Lakes State Park, Route 2, 12 miles east of Troy, N.Y.
Grafton Lakes State Park, 100 Grafton Lakes State Park Way Grafton, NY 12082
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