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, Albany County Farmers Market, Hounds of Halloween, the Holiday Market at The Kenmore Ballroom, PearlPalooza and YogaPalooza this year. Use the links below to read more and apply.
Albany County Farmers Market
Sundays, July 14-September 29 | 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
This outdoor farmers market takes place Sundays on S Pearl St in front of the MVP Arena in downtown Albany, with free parking in the MVP Arena Garage. Farms (especially those selling orchard fruits & berries, fish and grain products) food vendors, makers, artists, and non-profits are welcome to apply.
Go to vendor application
PearlPalooza
Saturday, September 21 | 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.
Vendor applications for PearlPalooza 2024 have closed. If you would like to receive advance email notifications when we open applications for next year's PearlPalooza, please fill out our Vendor Email Sign-Up Form.
Hounds of Halloween
Saturday, October 19 | 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.
Holiday Market at the Kenmore Ballroom
Saturday, December 7, 2024 | 11:00 AM-4:00 PM
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, festive live musical performances, and free photos with Santa for families with children.
Vendor application coming soon. Please contact [email protected] for more details.
