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Get Details About the 2025 Albany Tulip Festival Music Schedule

Enjoy a Full Weekend of Music & Entertainment

The Albany Tulip Festival music schedule has been announced, and for 2025, the event organizers have put together a spectacular lineup of bands and musicians. Start making plans for your trip to Tulip Festival on May 10-11!

The 2025 Albany Tulip Festival Music Schedule

📍 Saturday, May 10, 2025

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ParkAlbany’s Main Stage

Washington Park Parade Grounds Media Sponsor: Fly 92.3 / Jamz 96.3

  • 1:30pm – Laveda: NYC-based indie rock band blending dreamy textures and dynamic performances. With roots in Albany, Laveda brings heartfelt energy to the stage.
  • 3:00pm – Jukebox the Ghost: Piano-rock trio with a loyal following and over 1,000 shows under their belt. Expect high-energy, fan-favorite tunes.
  • 4:30pm – The 502s: Orlando’s self-proclaimed “happiest band on earth” delivers infectious indie folk with full-band energy and soaring hooks.

NYSTEC & WEXT’s 518 Stage

Washington Park Lakehouse Stage Media Sponsor: Exit 97.7 / 106.1

  • 1:00pm – Amanda Case: Local pop/indie singer-songwriter sharing stories of heartbreak and growth. Nominated at the 2025 Eddies Music Awards.
  • 2:15pm – Zan & The Winter Folk: Americana with heart. Troy-based band offering a mix of folk anthems, acoustic ballads, and thoughtful lyrics.
  • 3:30pm – Aila Chiar: Known for genre-defying performances and powerful vocals, Aila brings emotion and depth to every set.
  • 4:45pm – Albany Rock Pit Showcase Band: High-performing student musicians from the Rock Pit school, showcasing the next generation of Capital Region talent.

📍 Sunday, May 11, 2025

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ParkAlbany’s Main Stage

Washington Park Parade Grounds Media Sponsor: B95.5 / Magic 100.5

  • 1:30pm – Shannon Tehya & The Troupe: A joyful six-piece band blending pop, jazz, R&B, and funk in a celebration of community and good vibes.
  • 3:00pm – Let’s Get It On (Marvin Gaye & Motown Tribute): Featuring Grammy-winning artist Jackie’s Boy, this tribute brings soul classics and Motown magic to life.
  • 4:30pm – Boy Band Review: A throwback tribute show with full band, choreography, and all the nostalgia from ‘90s and early 2000s boy band favorites.

NYSTEC & WEXT’s 518 Stage

Washington Park Lakehouse Stage Media Sponsor: Exit 97.7 / 106.1

  • 1:00pm – Lennox: Uplifting indie-pop artist crafting soulful, empowering anthems with shimmering melodies and heartfelt lyrics.
  • 2:15pm – Buggy Jive: Soul rock with literary depth. A Delmar artist blending funk, rock, and storytelling in a style all his own.
  • 3:30pm – The Alec Lewis Group: Albany-based funk-rock band led by sound engineer and producer Alec Lewis. Catchy, guitar-driven grooves with a pop edge.
  • 4:45pm – Bendt: Modern rock from Albany, mixing heavy riffs, unique rhythms, and gritty emotion for a powerful live performance.

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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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