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Lark Street Business Improvement District

The Lark Street BID is an independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Albany’s favorite street to shop, dine & live!

Keeping it clean, safe & vibrant ❤️
📍272 Lark Street, Albany, NY 12210 At the Lark Street BID we work to cultivate the creative energy and edge that makes Lark Street a premiere destination for entertainment, culture and urban life in the Capital Region.

08/14/2026

Kick off your weekend at Capital Wine and Spirits with a free wine and spirits tasting every Friday from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM! Explore a rotating lineup of staff-curated international sips, discover new favorites, and enjoy special discounts often offered on featured bottles after the tasting. Right on the corner of Lark and State!

For more info visit capitalwinealbany.com

08/12/2026

Acoustic Open Mic Night is back at the Lark Street Tavern every Wednesday night. All musicians, poets, and speakers are welcome to hit the stage or listen to the local talent.

Sign ups for the evening start at 6:30 PM.
For more information, visit thelarkstreettavern.com.

08/04/2026

Our very own Elissa Halloran was mentioned in an article on the travel website takingthekids.com as one of the top places in the Capital Region for thrifting and we couldn’t agree more. She received a 4.9 rating from the author who also mentioned how Elissa makes her own jewelry and how the store also houses Lark Street Records!

“The inventory refreshes often enough to keep even the most frequent shoppers genuinely surprised.” So even if you’ve been before, going again will be a whole new experience!

Visit Elissa Halloran Designs at 229 Lark and check out more at her facebook and instagram pages, both

Read the whole article here! https://takingthekids.com/albany-new-york-thrift-stores-where-vintage-hunters-can-spend-hours-searching-for-unexpected-finds/

07/24/2026

Just a sample of some of the great things happening on Lark Street tonight! Start your weekend off right!

Wine Tasting at Capital Wine & Spirits 6:00 PM

Happy Hour with Sabrina Trueheart at The Eleven 6:00 PM

Trivia & Karaoke at The Lark Street Tavern 6:00 PM & 9:30 PM

Salsa & Bachata Pop-Up Friday at Bar Vegan 8:30 PM

Learn more at larkstreet.org!

07/16/2026

No plans for tonight? We have got you covered with three options:

Albany’s Social Cycling ride is tonight at 6:30 PM at the Washington Park Playhouse. These slow 5-20 mile, no one left behind rides welcome all bikes. Need a bike? Find free CDPHP Cycle promo codes posted on the albanysocialcycling Instagram page.

The Men’s Empowerment Group meets tonight at 6:00 PM at In Our Own Voices Inc. It offers a safe space for male-identifying individuals of color (QTBIPOC/MSM) to discuss relationships, sexual health, dating, and goals.

The open mic comedy night at the Lark Street Tavern welcomes all present and future comics to listen or perform. This judgment-free show starts at 7:00 PM, with sign-ups beginning at 6:30 PM.

Learn more about these events, and more in the future, visit Larkstreet.org.

07/15/2026

The Acoustic Open Mic Night is officially back at the Lark Street Tavern every single Wednesday night. The stage is open to all musicians, poets, and speakers looking to perform.

Sign ups begin at 6:30 PM to set the lineup for the night.

For more information, visit thelarkstreettavern.com.

07/14/2026

Join us every Monday night for trivia at Savoy Taproom with your hosts Rachel & Andrew. Test your knowledge of vague topics, win prizes, eat food, drink drinks, and engage in an epic battle of brain cells for prizes!

07/13/2026

Does public speaking make you nervous? You have come to the right place. Joining a new group can be daunting, so don’t hesitate to reach out to ask questions, RSVP or watch our introductory video by emailing [email protected].

Dress is business casual, but feel free to come as you are!

We are a community club that welcomes people of all different backgrounds and experiences.

Want to join? We encourage you to visit it multiple times before membership. Once you are approved, your application will grant you access to the Pathways educational program, meeting roles, and all Toastmasters International benefits. We are an all volunteer and nonprofit organization.

All contests and meetings are free to attend! Our meetings are hosted on the 1st and 3rd Mondays from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Doors open at 6:10 pm, and meetings begin promptly at 6:30 pm. Experience is welcome, but it’s not required.

Address

272 Lark Street
Albany, NY
12210

Telephone

+18555185275

Website

https://www.larkstreet.org/

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