Empire State Plaza Events

Empire State Plaza Events A spectacular capital and cultural hub featuring family-friendly events and activities in Albany, NY! Moy, Acting Commissioner, Office of General Services
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Can you believe it’s been 50 YEARS since our first New York State Fourth of July Celebration presented by Market 32 and ...
06/25/2026

Can you believe it’s been 50 YEARS since our first New York State Fourth of July Celebration presented by Market 32 and Price Chopper Supermarkets at the Empire State Plaza in 1976?!

With the big event coming up next weekend, let’s THROW IT BACK to past years’ memories and entertainment — check out a few of these scenes from our July 4th archives — including ALL the way back to our FIRST celebration in 1976!

What have been some of your favorite artists that you’ve seen ? Let us know in the comments! ⬇️

We'll see you at this year’s event:

🗓️ Saturday, July 4, starting at 5 p.m.
📍Empire State Plaza
🆓 Free Event & Parking

🔗 on.ny.gov/j4

For event updates and emergency notifications, text ESPJ4 to 888777.

Thank you to our sponsors:
Market 32 and Price Chopper Supermarkets | Capital District Transportation Authority - CDTA | I LOVE NEW YORK | Metroland Now | Miller Lite | NY’s 529 College Savings Program Direct Plan | Fly 92.3 | Renaissance Albany | B95.5 | 99.5 The River | KISS 102-3

Albany, something truly radiant is coming to the Empire State Plaza. Water Lantern Festival – Radiant Tour is bringing a...
06/25/2026

Albany, something truly radiant is coming to the Empire State Plaza.

Water Lantern Festival – Radiant Tour is bringing an unforgettable night of glowing lanterns, connection, and meaningful moments to the water.

Write your message.
Decorate your lantern.
Watch the night light up around you.

Join thousands for a beautiful evening of reflection, hope, love, and community on Saturday, June 27, from 6 - 10 p.m.

Find out more and get your tickets here: waterlanternfestival.com/events/albany

06/25/2026
🎼 Carry on, wayward summer...​What a way to kick off the 2026 Capital Concert Series! Thank you to everyone who joined u...
06/25/2026

🎼 Carry on, wayward summer...

What a way to kick off the 2026 Capital Concert Series! Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Empire State Plaza for an unforgettable night of classic rock with Kansas and Muscle Shoals Live. 🎸

Thank you to our sponsors and partners for supporting another incredible night of free live music: Miller Lite, DeCrescente Distributing Company, Capital District Transportation Authority - CDTA, Q105.7 & 103.5, Metroland Now, Renaissance Albany Hotel, and Broadview Federal Credit Union.

🗓 Save the date! The Capital Concert Series returns on July 8 with Ding D**g

Tonight, the Capital Concert Series, presented by Miller Lite, kicks off with a FREE performance by legendary classic ro...
06/24/2026

Tonight, the Capital Concert Series, presented by Miller Lite, kicks off with a FREE performance by legendary classic rock band Kansas!

🎸 Before KANSAS takes the stage, enjoy a set from Muscle Shoals Live the Hudson Valley's premier Allman Brothers tribute band, bringing Southern rock favorites to the Empire State Plaza.

Grab your friends and sing along to hits like "Carry on Wayward Son" and "Dust in the Wind" as the Plaza transforms into Albany's largest outdoor concert venue.

🌭 Come hungry, too. A lineup of food vendors will be serving everything from quick bites to concert-night favorites throughout the evening.

Learn more by visiting: on.ny.gov/SATP

🚨 Attention food and music lovers: the farmers market and food trucks are back outside today! This is not a drill. 🚨  Le...
06/24/2026

🚨 Attention food and music lovers: the farmers market and food trucks are back outside today! This is not a drill. 🚨

Leave your headphones at the office and celebrate Caribbean Day at the Plaza with reggae, calypso, and island vibes during Lunchtime at the Plaza, presented by M&T Bank. 🌺 🥥

Enjoy live music from DJ Jonesy and De 4 Ahwee & Company Steel Band while you shop the market, grab lunch, and soak up a little Caribbean sunshine in the heart of Albany. ☀️

We had a ball today! ⚽ Thanks for joining us at the World Cup Watch Experience in West Capitol Park & congrats to the Ne...
06/21/2026

We had a ball today! ⚽
Thanks for joining us at the World Cup Watch Experience in West Capitol Park & congrats to the Netherlands and Germany on their wins!

🔜Coming up next at the Plaza:
🎸Capital Concert Series Featuring KANSAS | Presented by Miller Lite
🆓Wednesday, June 24 at 5:00 p.m.
See you there?
🔗https://empirestateplaza.ny.gov/

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