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 & More at Area Festivals
Friday, June 22 to Sunday, June 24
The Old Songs Folk Festival is a weekend-long, family-friendly event taking place at the Altamont Fairgrounds. There will be tons of performers, dancing, workshops, a juried craft show, vendors, and a kids activity area.
Saturday, June 23
If you’re up for a mini road trip this weekend, the Rhinebeck Craft Festival is happening at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds, just over an hour from Albany. There will be 200 independent artists and craftspeople showcasing their work, in addition to gourmet food and tastings, demonstrations, and activities. General admission is $10.
Rap and R&B at The Palace
Ja Rule, Ashanti, and Lloyd at The Palace
Friday, June 22
You can see Ja Rule, Ashanti, and Lloyd at The Palace on Friday, with tickets starting at $38.
It’s Movie Night
Movies Under the Stars: The Lion King
Friday, June 22
See the classic The Lion King at The College of Saint Rose for free on Friday evening, brought to us by Christ’s Church Albany. There will be live music and family activities before the film.
Summer Concert Series
Freedom Park Summer Concert Series: Funk Evolution
Saturday, June 23
Funk Evolution, one of the area’s top party bands, will be performing at Freedom Park in Scotia on Saturday.
Freedom Park Summer Concert Series: Music Company Orchestra
Sunday, June 24
You can see the Music Company Orchestra perform at Freedom Park on Sunday.
Howlin’ at the Moon Concert Series: The Big Howl
Sunday, June 24
See The Big Howl perform at the Mabee Farm Historic Site in Rotterdam Junction for just $6. Refreshments, including beer and wine, will be available for purchase.
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What’s Happening With Local Sports
Tri-City ValleyCats VS Lowell Spinners: Youth Baseball Celebration Night
Friday, June 22
The ValleyCats are taking on the Spinners at “The Joe” on Friday, which is Youth Baseball Celebration/90’s Night.
Tri-City ValleyCats VS Lowell Spinners: WWE and Hops & Hits Night
Saturday, June 23
The Tri-City ValleyCats will take on the Spinners once again at WWE Night/Hops & Hits Night. You can expect a “slammin'” good time with a craft beer tasting and a buffet dinner during the game.
Albany Dutchmen VS Amsterdam Mohawks
Saturday, June 23
The Albany Dutchmen will be taking on the Amsterdam Mohawks at Siena College on Saturday.
Albany Dutchmen VS Oneonta Outlaws
Sunday, June 24
See the Dutchmen face off against the Oneonta Outlaws on Sunday.
