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2025 Alive at Five - Albany's Annual Summer Concert Series

Alive at Five is the City of Albany's free summer concert series in June and July. Throughout the season, distinguished national, regional, and local artists bring their best performances to this popular annual event.

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Photo provided by City of Albany Office of Cultural Affairs, credit to ©Andrzej Pilarczyk (pilarphotog@yahoo.com)

What to Know for 2025

The 2025 Alive at Five Summer Concert Series is ready to bring high-energy performances back to Downtown Albany! This signature summer tradition will run for six Thursdays from June 5 through July 17, 4:30pm to 8:00pm, with no concert on July 3. Best of all, the event is free to attend and fun for all ages.

New for 2025, Alive at Five returns to its roots! After temporarily moving locations, the concert series is officially coming back to Tricentennial Park on Broadway in Downtown Albany. Renovations at the park are expected to wrap up in June, making it the perfect setting for this beloved event.

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2025 Alive at Five Concert Lineup

Each Alive at Five concert will feature critically acclaimed artists across a variety of genres, along with food and retail vendors, sponsor giveaways, and special deals from local businesses throughout Downtown Albany.

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2025 Alive at Five Summer Concert Series: Emo Night
Don't miss the Alive at Five outdoor summer concert series this year in Albany, NY!
Tricentennial Park, 560 Broadway Albany, NY 12207
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2025 Alive at Five Summer Concert Series: Reggae Night
Don't miss the Alive at Five outdoor summer concert series this year in Albany, NY!
Tricentennial Park, 560 Broadway Albany, NY 12207
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2025 Alive at Five Summer Concert Series: Classic Rock Night
Don't miss the Alive at Five outdoor summer concert series this year in Albany, NY!
Tricentennial Park, 560 Broadway Albany, NY 12207

From classic rock legends and funk to hip-hop icons and reggae vibes, there's something for nearly every musical taste.

Parking Information

Parking is available at the Quackenbush Garage (25 Orange St.) starting at 4:00pm for an $8 fee. Handicap parking and EV charging spaces are available at both the Quackenbush Garage and other nearby lots. For more parking details, visit parkalbany.com.

For more information, contact the City of Albany Office of Cultural Affairs at (518) 434-2032 or visit their website at https://www.albanyevents.org/events/alive-at-five/.

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About the Author: Joe Legault Joe is a dedicated editor from Lake Luzerne, NY, with a passion for hiking the Adirondack high peaks, running half marathons and 5Ks, and visiting local craft breweries like Common Roots and Dancing Grain. He enjoys writing about the region's can't-miss attractions and activities.
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