Downtown News
Science Cafe Returns
It's covered birding and evolution - next, it will will take on historical archaeology. What is "it"? It's The Science Cafe, and it returns October 17 at 6:00 PM at City Beer Hall with the program titled "Beverwijck, a 17th-c. Dutch Village, Above and Below Ground".
Work Begins on Times Union Center Atrium
Construction has begun on the Times Union Center atrium's multi-million dollar transformation.
PARK(ing) Day 2016
PARK(ing) Day is a annual open-source global event where citizens, artists and activists collaborate to temporarily transform metered parking spaces into “PARK(ing)” spaces: temporary public places. Enjoy Downtown in a new way as parking spots are transformed into mini parks, exhibit spaces and more.
Legendary Animator Ron Campbell Exhibits in Downtown
In partnership with Albany Center Gallery and Downtown Albany Business Improvement District, Downtown will welcome legendary animator and director Ron Campbell for a three-day exhibit at 346-348 Broadway (R.B. Wing Building).
Mural, Map Added to Downtown Building Facade
The temporary façade of a Downtown building has been turned into a canvas, thanks to a partnership between the Downtown Albany Business Improvement District (BID), Albany Center Gallery, and Fairbank Properties.
Rising Star Chef Nominations Open for Wine & Dine for the Arts
The Albany Chefs' Food & Wine Festival - Wine & Dine for the Arts - returns January 12-14, 2017 at the Hilton Albany in Downtown. Drawing thousands of people to the weekend-long event, the drool-worthy festival includes a Rising Star Chef competition, the 6 winners of which are invited to cook at the two grand tastings.
Albany Devils 2016-17 Schedule Announced
The region's only American Hockey League team, the Albany Devils, has announced their 2016-17 schedule - and there's good news for local fans: the team boasts that this season marks their most fan-friendly yet with 25 home weekend games.
Residential Open House Returns August 19
What's it like to live Downtown? See for yourself as you go inside downtown Albany, NY residential properties and tour available units during the Residential Open House on August 19 from 4:00 - 7:00 PM.
Outdoor Movie Series Set to Launch August 11
ALBANY, NY >> What do balloons, a whip, the inconceivable, and I-787 have in common? They’ll all be featured at Deja View, a free outdoor movie series running every Thursday from August 11 through September 1 at 7:45 PM in downtown Albany’s Tricentennial Park (Broadway & Columbia Street).

