Annual Events & Festivals

Albany kicks of the year celebrating the region's evolving culinary scene. As flowers begin to bloom, Albany honors the city's treasured tulips & Dutch roots. During the summer, live music fills the calendar and as the leaves begin to fade, haunted tales and spooky stories become all the rage. The end of the year is capped off with merriment and holiday celebrations. Explore a small selection of Albany's annual events and festivals!

For a complete events listing, check out our events calendar or request a Visitors Guide.

The 72nd Annual Albany Tulip Festival

Celebrate Albany's Dutch heritage at Tulip Festival.

Outdoor concert

Alive at Five

Enjoy a high energy weekend kick-start with Alive at Five.

Capital Pride Festival

Learn about the annual Capital Pride Festival.

Washington Park

Dad Fest

Celebrate Father's Day at Dad Fest in Washington...

4th of July fireworks

4th of July Celebrations in Albany

Celebrate Independence Day in Albany.

Albany Riverfront Jazz Festival

Enjoy the Albany Riverfront Jazz Festival every...

Pearlpalooza performer

PearlPalooza

Downtown Albany's biggest (and FREE!) all day music...

LarkFEST

LarkFEST is Upstate NY's largest one-day street...

Halloween & Haunted Events

Halloween & Haunted Events

Halloween in the Capital Region is more than just...

Albany Last Run 5K

The Annual Albany Last Run 5K is a great race for all...

Empire State Plaza

Holiday Celebrations

From skating at the Plaza to strolling through Capital...

Albany Chefs' Food & Wine Festival

Discover the Albany Chef's Food & Wine Festival

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