Downtown Events
Some of the most exciting events in the Capital District are taking place right here in Downtown Albany! Vendors, don't miss your chance to be a part of the Juneteenth Freedom Festival, Hounds of Halloween, the Holiday Market at Union Station, PearlPalooza and YogaPalooza this year. Use the links below to read more and apply.
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PearlPalooza
Saturday, September 13 | 12:00 PM-7:00 PM
PearlPalooza is downtown Albany’s highly anticipated, free, all-ages music festival, co-hosted by WEQX, the Downtown Albany BID and Sugar Productions.
If you would like to receive advance email notifications when we open applications for PearlPalooza 2025, please fill out our Vendor Email Sign-Up Form.
Hounds of Halloween
Saturday, October 18 | 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
This totally paw-some annual event includes a Canine Costume Contest, dog trick-or-treating, and Yappy Hour specials.
Businesses and non-profit organizations who offer products, services, and experiences for pets and their owners are invited to participate as vendors. Please email [email protected] to inquire.
Downtown Albany Holiday Market
Friday, December 5-Sunday, December 7
Vendor applications for the Holiday Market have not opened yet. If you would like to receive advance email notifications when we open applications for the Holiday Market in December 2025, please fill out our Vendor Email Sign-Up Form.
This elegant, family-friendly holiday market takes place in conjunction with the Hot Chocolate Stroll. The market features tons of gift ideas from local artists, makers and producers, delicious food and beverages, and festive live musical performances.
