A certain county fair is running now through the weekend, there are multiple free live music performances taking place, a comedy show is taking a dark turn, and more – see everything happening in and around Albany this weekend!
Find Fun at the Fair
Schoharie County Sunshine Fair
through Sunday, August 12
August is fair time in the Capital Region, and the Schoharie County Sunshine Fair is taking place through Sunday. Admission is $17 on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
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See a Free Live Music Performance
Freedom Park Summer Concert Series: Contra Dance Night
Saturday, August 11
Contra Dance Night, sponsored by Dance Flurry, is happening at Freedom Park in Scotia.
Freedom Park Summer Concert Series: Brian Patneaude Jazz Quintet
Sunday, August 12
Catch the Brian Patneaude Jazz Quintet at Freedom Park on Sunday.
Powers Park Concert Series: Big Sky Country
Saturday, August 11
The popular country group Big Sky Country is performing at Powers Park in Troy.
Harbor Jam Concert Series: Orleans
The last Harbor Jam Concert Series performance is taking place at Rivers Casino in Schenectady with Orleans, who focuses on 70s pop rock.
Laugh Out Loud at Dark Comedy
Crime Alley: Dark Comedy for Dark Hearts at MopCo
Friday, August 10
The sketch comedy group Crime Alley returns to Mopco for a show that is recommended for adults only. Tickets are $10.
Have Fun Learning About Animals
Great Hudson River Estuary Fish Count
Saturday, August 11
The public is invited to participate in the Great Hudson River Estuary Fish Count, happening at Peebles Island State Park. Guests will help pull fish out of the water with nets where they’ll be observed up close before being released back into the water.
Sunday, August 12
How often do you take time to notice and appreciate ants? Learn about the role ants play at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve during this free event. These events do have limited spots and can fill up, so register today.
Go for a Run or Walk
33rd Annual Run for the Roses 5K, Nature Walk & Kids Fun Run
Sunday, August 12
Head to Grafton Lakes State Park in Grafton on Sunday for the annual Run for the Roses. In addition to the 5K there is also a 2.5-mile nature walk and a kids 1-mile fun run. Day of race registration is $30.
Catch a Classic Movie
Sunday, August 12
The 1995 film Jumanji with Robin Williams, Kirsten Dunst, and Bradley Pierce is being shown for free at Proctors on Sunday morning.
Cheer for the ValleyCats
Friday, August 10
The ValleyCats face off against the Renegades. It’s also Bowling Bonanza Night with strikes and strikeouts, Home Improvement Night with local home improvement vendors, and Faith & Family Night, with a pre-game worship.
Head to Massachusetts for a Show
Air Supply at Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center
Sunday, August 12
If you’re up for the hour-drive to Barrington, Air Supply is performing at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center and tickets start at $46.
