Annual Events & Festivals

The Capital Region has long served as a cultural crossroads. Early Dutch and British settlers welcomed Germans, Irish, Poles, Italians, Chinese, and African Americans as new industries, canals, and railroads came to the region over time. Today, Albany still evokes that sense of diversity through its residents, architecture, food, and festivals.

This section details just a small selection of our favorite annual events and festivals!

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

MAAC Championships

2019 MAAC Men’s & Women’s Basketball Championships

Get ready for a weekend that is guaranteed to be a slam-dunk...

The 71st Annual Albany Tulip Festival

A sea of tulips help celebrate Albany's Dutch heritage...

Outdoor concert

Alive at Five

Enjoy a high energy weekend kick-start in Albany. Each week,...

Capital Pride Festival

Be part of one of the largest celebrations of pride in the...

Dad Fest

A festival celebrating all things Dad – including live...

4th of July fireworks

4th of July Celebrations in Albany

Price Chopper and Market 32 have presented this Albany...

Times Union Center

Aurora Games

The Times Union Center is hosting the inaugural...

Albany Riverfront Jazz Festival

For over a decade, the Albany Jazz Festival has featured a...

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

Albany Chef's Food & Wine Festival is a...

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