The great news is that the free SummerNight concert in downtown Schenectady Friday, July 13 features the Grammy-nominated group Spin Doctors. The not-so-great news is that traffic on and around State Street will be impacted. According to Schenectady County officials, traffic will be rerouted hours ahead of the 5 p.m. show, which runs until...
Citywide Drive Aims to Collect Cash and Non-Perishable Food Items This Summer
A group of charities, food banks, business organizations and the city of Albany are once again teaming up in an effort to collect tons of non-perishable food items for pantries all across the city. Cash donations are also being accepted in this widespread effort to deliver food resources to more than 1 million Albany...
11 Irresistible Events Happening In & Around Albany This Weekend: July 13 – 15
The Troy Pig Out returns this weekend, along with a kid-friendly event at Empire State Plaza, a huge block party in Schenectady, and eight more worthwhile events. Get out and about in the Albany area this weekend! Big Festivals & Fun Troy Pig Out Saturday, July 14 Barbecue masters will be taking over Riverfront...
Blockbuster Movie Highlighting Albany Celebrity Is Showing TONIGHT at Times Union Center
Tonight’s feature film, Invincible, promises to kick off Albany’s Bites Camera Action Summer Series with a bang! Along with the movie, attendees can expect an exclusive Albany Empire Meet-and-Greet, great food, and more family-friendly fun. Tonight’s Feature Film: Invincible The movie Invincible is an American sports drama film based on the true story of Philadelphia Eagles’...
Music, Sports, Cars & More – Have a Great Weekend in the Albany Area: July 6 – 8
Have you attended one of the many free summer concert series in the Albany area yet? Alive at Five happens on Thursdays, and Rockin’ on the River on Wednesdays, but see where you can find more free live music – and other exciting happenings – throughout the weekend. Free Musical Performances Freedom Park Summer...
Parking Restrictions & Road Closures in Albany for the 4th of July
The Albany Police Department has announced the annual parking restrictions and road closures in Albany for the Fourth of July Celebration. Check out the details below, and then have a safe and enjoyable holiday! Here’s what you need to know: Parking Restrictions July 4th from 6am to 11:59pm: State Street, both sides from South...
Bites Camera Action: Albany to Host Free Outdoor Summer Movie Series
Enjoy summer nights at the movies! For the second year, Albany will present Bites Camera Action on South Pearl Street. The free outdoor film screening event will take place on Mondays from July 9 to August 13, and will feature popular new flicks and old classics alike. Read on to see this season’s fantastic lineup! Mondays...
Kick Off the Fourth of July in the Albany Area This Weekend With Fireworks, Games & More: June 29 – July 1
You don’t have to wait until Wednesday to start the Fourth of July fun! Fireworks are happening at two different events this weekend, and that’s not even including fireworks after the ValleyCats game on Saturday night. See what else is going on over the weekend in and around Albany! Get a Jump on Fourth...
Here’s Your Chance To Meet Members Of Albany’s Arena Football Team!
Attention football fans: on Wednesday, June 27, Stuyvesant Plaza will be hosting a meet and greet with members of the Albany Empire arena football team! Chat with your favorite players, take photos, and bring home signed autographs from the team. Read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity! About The Event During...
Folk Festival Fun & 10 More Exciting Events to Check Out in the Albany Area: June 22 – 24
The Old Songs Folk Festival is happening this weekend, another festival is taking place in Rhinebeck, a famous rapper is performing at The Palace, a movie night is scheduled just for kids, and there’s more fun to be had involving music and sports. It’s all taking place in and around Albany! Music, Crafts &...