Events in Albany, United States
Albany Official Halloween Bar Crawl 2026
Albany
Saturday, October 31, 2026
1500
- 2200
10.99 USD
Evenings at Bars - Nightclub Events
Halloween night is all about letting loose, dressing up, and seeing where the night takes you. Join the Official Halloween Bar Crawl on Saturday, October 31, 2026, for a night of drinks, dancing, costumes, and unforgettable encounters across some of the city's hottes ..
Walk to End Alzheimer's
Loudonville
Saturday, October 24, 2026
1000
- 1300
Free
Charity Events - Fundraising
Join the fight to end Alzheimer's disease and all dementia by participating in the Walk to End Alzheimer's - Albany on Saturday, October 24, at Siena University. Check-in begins at 10 a.m., with opening ceremonies at 11 a.m. and the Walk immediately following. This i ..
Pride Center Benefit and Celebration of Life for Anne Nelson
Troy
Friday, October 9, 2026
1800
- 2200
15.00 USD
Social Events - Meet New People - Make Friends
Please join the Pride Center of the Capital Region, family and close friends for a Celebration of Life honoring Anne Nelson in a community-building, grassroots celebration that will support the Pride Center and uplift the programs, people and organizations she so pro ..
Vendor/Craft Fair fundraiser for Menands St. Patrick's Club
Menands
Sunday, September 20, 2026
1100
- 1500
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
This event is rain or shine in our extreme large building with lots of parking.
Category: Community | Fairs | Craft Fairs ..
Ukrainian Festival to benefit humanitarian aid for Ukraine
Albany
Saturday, September 19, 2026
1200
- 2200
15.00 USD
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
The event is open to the public. A day of performances, vendors, and Ukrainian cuisine, starts at noon and continue to 6 pm, followed by dancing to live music until 10pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for children under 12. Free admission for children who are fiv ..
Fall Country Folk Art Show and Artisan Market
Troy
Friday, September 11, 2026
1700
- 1600
10.00 USD
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Artisans and vendors coming from near and far with thousands of fall decorating needs, food trucks, gourmet goods, seasonal gifts, all indoors at the McDonough sports complex on the campus of Hudson valley community college
Friday Eve 5P - 9P, Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM ..
Altamont Fair
Altamont
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
The Capital Region's hometown fair features exciting midway rides for all ages, the Royal Hanneford Circus, Robinson's Racing Pigs, live music, Sherman's Lumberjack Show, The Dynamo Dogs, animal barns & events, exhibits, historical museums, demonstrations, contests, ..
Bald Girls Do Lunch in Capital Region
Latham
Saturday, August 8, 2026
1130
- 1400
15.00 USD
Women Focused Events
This Bald Girls' lunch is specifically for women and teen girls 16+ with any type or duration of alopecia areata, universalis, totalis or scarring alopecia. Community, camaraderie and inspiration with tips and makeup tricks for living well with AA. Updates on the new ..
Crossing Over with Psychic Medium John Edward live in Albany!
Albany
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
1900
- 2100
100.00 USD
Unusual Events - Supernatural - Paranormal - Psychic
Psychic Medium John Edward – LIVE in Albany, NY
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond
Experience a night of real connections, powerful validations, and messages from the other side.
Join world-renowned psychic medium John Edward - ..
TogetherTuesday Community Game Night
New York
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
1800
- 2000
Free
Social Events - Meet New People - Make Friends
A free game night at the Connect Center in Cohoes to celebrate Together Tuesday and kick off the Capital Region's GivingTuesday community.
Together Tuesday is a national day of service and community action, and we're marking it the right way - with snacks, games, ..
Capital PRIDE Parade and Festival 2026 w/David Archuleta
Albany
Sunday, June 14, 2026
1130
- 1700
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
The 2026 Capital PRIDE Parade and Festival featuring American Idol and GLAAD Media Awardee David Archuleta. Capital PRIDE, the largest event in the Capital Region, returns on Sunday June 14, 2026 in Albany's historic Washington Park. The Parade Kicks off at 11:30am f ..
Cynthia Lee Fontaine @ Waterworks Pub - BIPOC* Pride Official After Party
Albany
Saturday, June 13, 2026
2200
- 0400
Free
Gay - Lesbian - LGBT Events
Waterworks Pub presents Cynthia Lee Fontaine from RuPaul's Drag Race at the BIPOC* Pride Official After Party. A Benefit for In Our Own Voices. With DJ Hasan and DJ Jeminii. Saturday Night at Waterworks Pub - The Hottest Remixes, The Best DJs, Newest Lasers, Lights a ..
Schenectady Soroptimist 21st Annual Garden Tour
New York
Saturday, June 13, 2026
1000
- 1500
30.00 USD
Trips - Travel - Excursions
Join us for the Schenectady Soroptimist 21st Annual Garden Tour on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 10am-3pm. This is a self-guided driving tour of beautiful gardens in Niskayuna, Schenectady, Rotterdam and Scotia.
Tickets are $30 (children under 12 are free) Buy 5 ticke ..
Kandy Muse LIVE - Waterworks - Capital Pride Diva Night
Albany
Saturday, June 6, 2026
2200
- 0400
Free
Evenings at Bars - Nightclub Events
Kandy Muse from RuPaul's Drag Race S13 and All Stars S8 LIVE at Waterworks Pub for Capital Pride Diva Night. An Official Pride Center Event and fundraiser for the Pride Center of the Capital Region. Hosted by Opal Essence and Philly Pina. Saturday Night June 6th at W ..
2026 Capital PRIDE 5K Rainbow Run
Albany
Sunday, May 31, 2026
0900
- 1200
30.00 USD
Sports Events - Marathons - Games - Competitions
Presented by the Pride Center of the Capital Region. The annual Pride Rainbow 5k (3.1 miles) Run-Walk is a fun family-friendly event with runners of all levels on the sanctioned Corning Preserve Course, start and finish at the Jennings Landing Amphitheater. Not a run ..
Casino Royale - St. Catherine's Center for Children's Annual Spring Event
Troy
Thursday, May 28, 2026
1730
- 2130
110.00 USD
Charity Events - Fundraising
A night to remember: Roulette, Craps, and Black Jack...Join us in May, Casino Royale is back! Join us once again at Franklin Plaza on May 28th for our most entertaining night of the year! Enjoy delicious food and casino-themed table games all night long while support ..
40th Annual Waterford Canal Festival
New York
Saturday, May 16, 2026
1000
- 1800
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
The initial celebration of the 201st opening of the NYS Canal Season begins at the confluence of the Mohawk and Hudson Rivers, the Erie Canal's Lock E2 on Friday morning, May 15, 2026. Many dignitaries are expected to attend as the Canal System opens its third centur ..
Hammer and Ales - Craft Beverage and Food Festival - May 9, 2026 at Armory Studios NY, Schenectady
Schenectady
Saturday, May 9, 2026
1600
- 1900
45.00 USD
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Hammer and Ales, presented by Marshall and Sterling, is a high-energy craft beverage and food festival benefiting Habitat for Humanity of Schenectady County and its House That Hops Built campaign.
Taking place on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at Armory Studios NY in Schen ..
Fort Orange Garden Club Spring Plant Sale
Latham
Saturday, May 9, 2026
0900
- 1300
Free
Home and Garden Events - Interior Decoration
Come shop for quality plants for your garden , Mother's Day gifts, and learn about Native Plants and gardening tips.
Category: Community | Local / Community ..
The Albany Record Riot! 15,000 vinyl records in one room! Sun April 26th @Polish Community Center
Albany
Sunday, April 26, 2026
1000
- 1600
5.00 USD
Retail Sales - Shop Openings - Events
A giant record store lands in Albany! Dealers from far and wide converge for a giant music sale! LPs and 45s and CDs too. All types of music from punk to funk to country to classic rock, hip hop, soul/jazz and more. Dust off that turntable and come on down. GREAT DOO ..
2026 Capital Region Homebuyer Fair
Albany
Saturday, April 25, 2026
1000
- 1300
Free
Property Investment - Auctions - Open House Events
Talk with lenders, home inspectors, attorneys, realtors, grant programs and certified housing advisors to discuss your next steps to homeownership. Free credit reports and review. On-site no obligation pre-qualification for mortgage financing. Seminars. Free.
Cate ..
Ms. Music: The Jackie Alper Story, a folk musical at 3 pm matinee, 8th Step at Proctors, Schenectady
Schenectady
Sunday, April 19, 2026
1500
- 1700
30.00 USD
Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons
"Warm, real, passionate and an unabashed booster of the music, ideals and people she loved"
DON DWORKIN (former "Mostly Folk" engineer)
"Part hootenanny, part progressive issues rally, part hero tribute....universal in its message and personal in its delivery.... ..
Benefit Improv Comedy Show
Schenectady
Saturday, April 18, 2026
1900
- 2200
25.00 USD
Comedy Shows - Events
Benefit to support the Friends of the Schenectady County Child Advocacy Center as part of Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month
Category: Community | Fundraisers
Price:
General Admission: USD 25.00 ..
Renate Rohlfing, piano; Aurora Mendez, violin: Sounds of the Americas
Schenectady
Saturday, March 14, 2026
1400
- 1500
20.00 USD
Classical Music - Orchestra - Traditional Music Events
From the rolling hills of the Andes, to the heart of New York City, join us for a musical journey across the Americas through the works of Alberto Ginastera, Carlos Gardel, Arturo Marquez, Héctor Lavoe, and more. Experience the rich cultural tapestry of these regions ..
The Albany Record Riot! 15,000 vinyl records in one room! Sun January 25th @Polish Community Center
Albany
Sunday, January 25, 2026
1000
- 1600
5.00 USD
Crafts - Hobbies - Events
A giant record store lands in Albany! Dealers from far and wide converge for a giant music sale! LPs and 45s and CDs too. All types of music from punk to funk to country to classic rock, hip hop, soul/jazz and more. Dust off that turntable and come on down. GREAT DOO ..
New Year's Eve at Waterworks Pub
Albany
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
2200
- 0400
Free
Evenings at Bars - Nightclub Events
New Year's Eve at Waterworks Pub, Wednesday Dec 31st! Full Dinner Buffet, Two DANCE FLOORS, The Hottest Remixes, The Best DJs, Newest Lights and Best Bartenders. New Year's EVE at Waterworks Pub the BEST place to ring in 2026!
Included:
- 2 DJ's - Two Dance Floors. ..
Christmas Spectacular
Schenectady
Friday, December 19, 2025
1900
- 2100
Free
Classical Music - Orchestra - Traditional Music Events
Directed by our very own musician and composer, Maria Riccio Bryce! You will not want to miss this spectacular concert! Featuring the Musicians of Ma'alwyck and other local talent. Join us for an evening filled with beautiful music, including all the time-honored fav ..
Little Women
Delmar
Friday, December 12, 2025
1900
- 2100
10.00 USD
Theater - Opera - Ballet - Shows - Cabaret
Little Women, presented by Theatre Without a Net at Bethlehem Central High School, is a coming-of-age production based on a novel written by American novelist Louisa May Alcott. The show is peformed by students from Bethlehem's well-regarded theater program. Shows ar ..
Paine Castle Troy Open House during Victorian Stroll Dec 7th
Troy
Sunday, December 7, 2025
1100
- 1700
Free
Trips - Travel - Excursions
We invite you to both freely explore the first floor ($5 donation suggested) and buy a ticket for a 30-minute behind-the-scenes guided VIP tour throughout the mansion.Our foundation is organizing these guided tours as a fundraiser for repair and restoration projects. ..
Victorian-era Paine Castle Troy Decorated for the Holidays - Community First Look Party Dec 6th
Troy
Saturday, December 6, 2025
1900
- 2300
25.00 USD
Trips - Travel - Excursions
Our foundation would like to thank our local community for all their support this year and welcome them to Paine Castle the evening before our big Victorian Stroll Open House! Saturday Evening, 7-10 pm, join us for a Community Preview! Your $25 pp donation brings:
* ..
Building on Love's Very Merry Holiday Party
Latham
Saturday, December 6, 2025
1130
- 1430
20.00 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Building on Love Holiday Party and Trees of Hope Raffle Finale
Saturday, December 6, 2025 • 11:30 AM-2:30 PM • The Century House (Latham, NY)
Building on Love invites the community to a festive and heartwarming Holiday Party designed for families, supporters, and ..
An Afternoon with Mezzo-Soprano Savannah Gordon
Albany
Sunday, November 16, 2025
1500
- 1800
60.00 USD
Classical Music - Orchestra - Traditional Music Events
The Albany District Links is featuring local opera talent Savannah Gordon in an enchanting musical concert. She has performed with the Metropolitan Opera and a number of notable opera companies.
https://www.albanyinstitute.org/event/an-afternoon-with-mezzo-soprano ..
TRIP and RCHR Inside Out Block Party in tribute to Martin Dunbar
Troy
Monday, November 10, 2025
1730
- 2030
10.00 USD
Private Parties - Events
Join TRIP and RCHR for a heartfelt evening of community, music, and celebration at the Inside Out Block Party. This special event honors the enduring legacy of Martin "Marty" C. Dunbar - veteran, mentor, historian, and beloved community leader whose lifetime of servi ..
"Perticulars that I have Been eye and ear witness to": How Nathaniel Bacheller Changed History
Latham
Sunday, November 9, 2025
1300
- 1500
Free
History - Archaeology Events - Museums
This program explores an epic example of Revolutionary War evidence-driven revisionist history!
Eric Schnitzer has worked at Saratoga National Historical Park since 1997, becoming Park Ranger/Historian in 2000. He has dedicated his life’s study to the organization, ..
BIG VINYL RECORD SALE! The Albany Record Riot! Sun Nov 9th, 10 AM-4 PM @Polish Community Center
Albany
Sunday, November 9, 2025
1000
- 1600
5.00 USD
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
A giant record store lands in Albany! Dealers from far and wide converge for a giant music sale! LPs and 45s and CDs too. All types of music from punk to funk to country to classic rock, hip hop, soul/jazz and more. Dust off that turntable and come on down. GREAT DOO ..
2025 Capital Pride Center Gala: Let's Get Loud
Troy
Saturday, November 8, 2025
1900
- 2230
185.00 USD
Gay - Lesbian - LGBT Events
2025 Pride Center Gala: Let's Get Loud, Saturday November 8, 2025 at the amazing Franklin Plaza Ballroom in Troy NY. An unforgettable evening of love and diversity celebrating the LGBTQ+ community. Dinner, Drinks, Dancing and Drag featuring a special performance from ..
Bethlehem Art Association Annual Fall Member Show and Sale
Bethlehem
Saturday, November 8, 2025
1000
- 1500
Free
Art Exhibitions - Auctions - Painting - Classes - Events
The Bethlehem Art Association (BAA) is pleased to invite the community to our annual Fall Member Show and Sale, which will take place on Saturday, November 8, 2025. The event will be held once again at the Delmar Reformed Church, 386 Delaware Avenue, Delmar from 10 a ..
'REQUIEM: What Remains is Love' by Maria Riccio Bryce
Schenectady
Sunday, November 2, 2025
1900
- 2030
Free
Classical Music - Orchestra - Traditional Music Events
Capital District Composer/Lyricist Maria Riccio Bryce, known for her ability to transform the concepts of loss and reclamation into deeply personal musical experiences, will present her acclaimed choral work, 'REQUIEM: What Remains is Love' on Sunday, November 2, at ..
Halloween Weekend at Waterworks Pub - $2000 Costume Contest Prizes
Albany
Friday, October 31, 2025
2200
- 0400
15.00 USD
Private Parties - Events
Waterworks Pub Annual HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTESTS with $2000 in CASH PRIZES over Halloween Weekend! The Biggest Costume Contest in the Capital District. Best Costume, Worst Costume, Scariest, Sexiest, Most Original, and Best Group! FRIDAY NIGHT - $1500 CASH Prizes in ..
Albany Official Halloween Bar Crawl
Albany
Friday, October 31, 2025
1700
- 2300
6.99 USD
Social Events - Meet New People - Make Friends
Albany Halloween Bar Crawl 2025
Prepare for the ultimate Halloween celebration with our Official Halloween Bar Crawl! On October 31st, 2025, starting at 5:00 PM, get ready to experience a night full of spine-chilling fun, electrifying energy, and unforgettable memor ..
Amplify Albany Sweet Treats Halloween Block Party
New York
Saturday, October 25, 2025
1000
- 1400
Free
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Amplify Albany with live music, cider donuts, games, prizes and candy on Colvin Avenue. Music will be provided by Doc Horton and the Jay Street Band. Businesses on Colvin Avenue are invited to have booths decorations and fun activities to help get the Halloween celeb ..
9TH annual NELLIE BLY AWARD FOR INVESTIGATIVE REPORTING RECEPTION AND ROUNDTABLE
Loudonville
Thursday, October 16, 2025
1830
- 2015
25.00 USD
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
This year, we are proud to honor Glenn Kessler, longtime fact-checker at The Washington Post, whose work has set a standard for accuracy and accountability in journalism. The evening will feature a timely and vital conversation on the role of the media as guardians o ..
What's So Funny About Humanism
Latham
Sunday, October 12, 2025
1300
- 1500
Free
Comedy Shows - Events
Join award-winning stand-up comedian and Executive Director of the American Humanist Association, Fish Stark, for a stand-up comedy presentation that lets us laugh at ourselves just as much as we laugh at the Christian Right. Covering humanist history, ethics, and of ..
Capital Region Christian Women's Conference
Albany
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
1900
- 2300
127.75 USD
Women Focused Events
The Capital Region Christian Women's Conference (CRCWC-25) will be held Wednesday, October 1 through Friday, October 3, 2025, at the Albany Capital Center in Albany, NY. This inspiring conference is designed for women seeking deeper worship, spiritual growth, joyful ..
StarfAlbany2025
Albany
Saturday, September 27, 2025
1730
- 2300
223.00 USD
Theater - Opera - Ballet - Shows - Cabaret
Welcome to the Court of Dreams!
StarfAlbany2025 will be a fully immersive, formal cosplayer gala set in the world of A Court of Thorns and Roses! Come to the book ball and feast, dance and mingle with your favorite characters! This event will be hosted at the Kenm ..
A Gilded Age Casino Night at Paine Castle Troy, NY - This Friday Sept 26 7-11pm
Troy
Friday, September 26, 2025
1900
- 2300
75.00 USD
Charity Events - Fundraising
Please join us at our historic Gilded Age mansion, when the Paine Castle transforms into an exciting and fun Casino for a night to remember!
Roulette, Black Jack, Poker, and Craps are on tap for the evening.
Trade in your chips for tickets to win exciting prizes!
..
MoonCatcher Project Annual Wine and Cheese Party
Schenectady
Monday, September 15, 2025
1730
- 1930
50.00 USD
Social Events - Meet New People - Make Friends
We are excited to host our Annual MoonWine and Cheese Party in downtown Schenectady for the second year! This evening will be all about getting together to enjoy our wonderful community. Come and meet our MoonCatcher Uganda Coordinator Phoebe Nabwami. There will be l ..
Altamont Fair
Altamont
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
10.00 USD
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
The Capital Region's hometown fair features exciting midway rides for all ages, the Royal Hanneford Circus, Robinson's Racing Pigs, live music, Dock Dogs Show, magic & hypnosis shows, animal barns, livestock events, Rhonda's Reptiles, Lumberjack Show, exhibits, demon ..
PATRIOT HILLS PRESENTS: SUMMER FEST
Schenectady
Saturday, June 28, 2025
1400
- 2000
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Our Summer Fest will have music, dancing, games, prizes, raffles, crafters, merchants, trades, food vendors, military and veteran service organizations and so much more. From 2-5PM DJ Darlene will be entertaining us and 5-8PM Gimme5 Band will be playing.
PATRIOT H ..
2025 Old Songs Festival
Altamont
Friday, June 27, 2025
1300
- 1900
Free
Classical Music - Orchestra - Traditional Music Events
with Martin and Eliza Carthy - Hubby Jenkins - Bon Debarras - The Klezmatics - Alasdair Frasier - Beppe Gambetta - Vanaver Caravan - Nic Gareiss and Simon Chrisman - From China to Appalachia: Cathy Fink, Marcy Marxer and Chao Tian - Reggie Harris and Pat Wictor - The ..