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.

The 72nd Annual Albany Tulip Festival

Celebrate Albany's Dutch heritage at Tulip Festival.

Autographed baseballs

Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Weekend

Just a short drive from Albany, Cooperstown will be buzzing...

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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