Local faves Family Tree are joined each week by various guests from the regional music scene to perform live at Putnam Place in Saratoga Springs.

Guardin's moody mix of bedroom hip-hop and emo songwriting is the solo project of Western New York musician Nicholas Kerr.

Super Dark Monday at Desperate Annie's in Saratoga Springs features live sets by Nathan Meltz, Nice Hockey and Laughter Has Long Legs.

Sound+Vision presents Xanadu at the Linda in Albany, featuring the music of ELO and Olivia Newton John.

This year the film that everyone will be talking about is… Rats!, a hilarious amusement ride that’s an absolute joy to watch.

It's VCR Vortex VHS Night at No Fun in Troy, with a John Carpenter double feature of Assault on Precinct 13 (1976) and Dark Star (1974).

Local 518 singer-songwriter Caity Gallagher performs a special free monthly happy hour show at The Eleven at Lark Hall in Albany, NY.

The Ladles are known for their signature harmonic blend, intricate arrangements and commitment to human connection.

Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance at The Linda features the 518's best swing and blues bands every week. Free dance lesson included.

It’s a matter of time. 50 years to be exact. And in that time Los Lobos have created an unprecedented body of work, a legacy of greatness.

The Union College Dance Program presents The Spaces Between, a dance concert featuring 11 original works choreographed by students and faculty.

Raw vulnerability and empowered resilience. May Erlewine is on a mission to bring comfort, light and inspiration to her audience.

Open karaoke and music listening party at Son of Egg in Rensselaer every Thursday night! Come for the tunes, stay for the kimchi.

The Decline of Western Civilization is Penelope Spheeris' still-stunning 1981 documentary about the then-largely ignored L.A. punk scene.

Super Dark Collective presents Boss Crowley live at No Fun in Troy, with special guests Headless Relatives and The Alec Lewis Group.

The Union College Dance Program presents The Spaces Between, a dance concert featuring 11 original works choreographed by students and faculty.

Led Sabbath perform the classics and deep cuts of two of the most iconic riff creators of 70’s rock: Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath.

Blaze Ya Dead Homie headlines Empire Underground in Albany. With special guests ABK and Boondox.

Sanctum Friday at the Rat Den in Albany features live sets by Cinnamon, Film & Gender, and Target Scammers.

Hailing from Washington County, Laura Leigh gained her following by busking and singing around every late night campfire in the 518.

WCDB presents Battle of the Bands 2025 with Happy Birthday James, Hundred Gutterz, Cheesy Snacks, and Scotchka at No Fun in Troy.

The Union College Dance Program presents The Spaces Between, a dance concert featuring 11 original works choreographed by students and faculty.

Aztec Two-Step 2.0 is a new version of a beloved folk classic. Catch them live at Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs.

AC/DC tribute band Back in Black will headline the Strand Theatre in Hudson Falls, breaking out all the hits and more.

It's A 2000s Party at Empire Live in Albany. Dance all night to your best 2000s jams.

Celebrate New York State Music’s 10 year anniversary with a set by Phish tribute, Reprise, who will “reprise” Phish’s 7/10/94 SPAC show.

Scandal. Lies. Subterfuge. Birds. Spies. What do all these things have in common? The Cover-up. Find out more at HEX at Fuze Box in Albany.

Tad Cautious is a DJ and musical curator who has performed at festivals like Waking Windows in VT, Chicago’s Sacred Rose and Phish’s Riviera Maya.

The biggest event for women in the 518 -- The New York Women's Expo -- is back in 2025 at the Albany Marriott on Wolf Rd. with a bigger space!

The Union College Dance Program presents The Spaces Between, a dance concert featuring 11 original works choreographed by students and faculty.

Singer-songwriter Jeff Becker performs live at Wolf Hollow Brewing Company in Glenville.

Local garage punks Torpedo Lane headline Empire Underground in Albany. With special guests Bongo Goldman, CPS, Bag Lady, and Otobo.

Neon Avenue play the best of the Grateful Dead, and are one of the best at doing it. Catch them at The Glove Theatre in Gloversville

Unihog in Hoosick Falls welcomes longtime musicians of the VT music scene, Jatoba, to the live stage. Special guests MeatChickenz to open.

The Union College Dance Program presents The Spaces Between, a dance concert featuring 11 original works choreographed by students and faculty.

Chris Smither is known for his unmistakable guitar sound, spare, brilliant blues/folk songs, all delivered in a bone-wise, hard-won voice.

We are celebrating Hannah (AKA DJ P!nk P!xel)'s Birthday via the Bimbo Nite Rave! Dress up in cyber angel attire and attend the party.

'80s tribute band Aquanett will break out all your favorite hard rock and hair metal hits of the 1980s era at the Strand Theatre Hudson Falls.

Dance the night away at United We Dance - The Ultimate Rave Experience at Empire Live in Albany.

The biggest event for women in the 518 -- The New York Women's Expo -- is back in 2025 at the Albany Marriott on Wolf Rd. with a bigger space!

Hang out with fellow punks from the 518 at the Upstate Punk Rock Flea Market, a free all-ages event at Empire Live in Albany.

Direct from Ireland, The Druids are performing a Sunday matinee at the Strand Theatre for an afternoon of acoustic originals and classic Irish covers.

Sullest (Providence post-hardcore stoner-punk), Sunbloc (Albany hardcore rock), and Sinking (Pittsfield alt rock) play Wizard Burger in Albany.

North Carolina’s Chatham Rabbits bring heartfelt lyrics, banjo, guitar, and charm, blending music, love, and farm life into folk magic.

Hellseeker Goth Club presents Chicago electronic duo HIDE live at No Fun in Troy.

Eddie Spaghetti of the legendary Supersuckers performs solo at The Hangar on the Hudson in Troy. With special guest Metal Marty Chandler.