Mark Your Calendar for 2026 Fall Events in the Capital Region

Looking for fun things to do this fall? Check out all the events and festivals happening in Albany and throughout the Capital Region during the autumn months.

2026 Albany Riverfront Jazz Festival

Sat, Sep 5 · 12:30 PM

For 24 years, the City of Albany Jazz Festival has featured a wealth of jazz greats, critically acclaimed up-and-coming artists and local favorites at the area's most spectacular venues.

Jennings Landing, 1 Quay Street Albany, NY 12207

New York State Hops & Harvest Festival

Wed, Sep 9 · 5:00 PM

Don't miss the 2026 Hops & Harvest Festival at the Empire State Plaza in Albany!

Empire State Plaza Albany, NY 12242

2026 Harvest Craft Fair

Sat, Sep 12 until Sun, Sep 13 · 10:00 AM

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Our annual Harvest Craft Fair, which features over 75 vendors, a petting zoo, sheep shearing, hands on activities, live music, local food, and so much more!

Shaker Heritage Society, 25 Meeting House Rd. Albany, NY 12211

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

Double M Haunted Hayrides: Little Monsters Day

Sat, Oct 3 until Sat, Oct 10 · 11:00 AM

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Join us for Little Monsters Day - a not-so-spooky celebration designed just for families and our youngest fans!

Double M Haunted Hayrides, 678 New York 67 Ballston Spa, NY 12020

2026 Mohawk Hudson River Marathon & Half Marathon

Sun, Oct 11 · 8:00 AM

The Mohawk Hudson River Marathon and Half Marathon are scheduled for October 11, 2026.

2190 Technology Drive Schenectady, NY 12308