Don't Miss the Best Things to Do in Albany and the Capital Region This Weekend!
Are you ready to make the most of the upcoming weekend? Want to have fun with family or friends? View our picks for the best and most exciting things to do in Albany and the Capital Region this weekend, including Troy, Schenectady, Colonie, and more. These Capital Region events are not-to-be missed!
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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
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
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
Schoharie County Sunshine Fair
Today until Sun, Aug 16
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Head to the Schoharie County Sunshine Fair for some classic fair food and fun!
Cobleskill Fairgrounds, 113 Sunshine Drive Cobleskill, NY 12043
2026 Harbor Jam Concert Weekend
Sat, Aug 15 until Sun, Aug 16 · 6:00 PM
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Rivers Casino Schenectady is hosting its free Harbor Jam summer concert weekend on August 15 and 16, 2026, at the Mohawk Harbor amphitheater.
Mohawk Harbor Amphitheater, 200 Harborside Dr Schenectady, NY 12305
Freedom Park Summer Concert Series: Harvest & Rust
Sat, Aug 15 · 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
Annual Troy Pig Out
Sun, Aug 16 · 12:00 PM
The Troy Pig Out is back with a full day of fun featuring culinary competitors competing for the best BBQ title and a chance for people to taste some of the area's best food in Downtown Troy!
Downtown Troy, US 4 and NY 2 Troy, NY 12180
Freedom Park Summer Concert Series: Triskele
Sun, Aug 16 · 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
About the Author: Joe Legault Joe is a local writer/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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