Whassup in the 518? Weekend Shows – 10/24 – 10/26

Whassup in the 518?

Friday, October 24^th

RISE Presents the Rocky Horror Picture Show, Universal Preservation Hall, Saratoga

Shivering with antici-pation: For any “Rocky Virgins” out there, be prepared for an audience of loud and zany people who shout out and continue the tradition of participation cues formed over the 50-year history of the cult classic. Popcorn and prop bags are included with your admission and are complete with the essential items you need for the show. OUTSIDE PROPS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED. Oh, and remember babies, Rocky etiquette says to throw your props up and back – NEVER at the screen (we’d like to be invited back next year, right??)

Dark Echo Expo Day 1, Empire Live, Albany, 6pm

Back to the Garden 1969 – The Woodstock Experience, Cohoes Music Hall, Cohoes, 7:30pm-9:30pm

Chris Sanders, Rustic Barn Pub, Troy, 7pm-10pm

Chris Sanders is a talented singer-songwriter known for his dynamic acoustic performances.

Laura Leigh at The Eleven, Lark Hall, Albany, 6pm-8pm

Brown Eyed Women, Lark Hall, Albany, 8pm-11:59pm

RadioRadioX & Xperience Presents: Stupidity, The Cynz, & Blase Debris, Hangar on the Hudson, Troy, 6pm-10pm

80’s Night Dance Party with DJ J.C. Coletti, Lost and Found, Albany, 8pm

Hellseeker Goth Night – HALLOWEEN, No Fun, Troy, 8pm-11pm

From “Bar People.”

10/24 3:00 PM Pat Decker- Kings Tavern

10/24 5:00 PM Dan Sherwin- Yanni’s Too

10/24 5:00 PM Frankie Lessard- Bootleggers

10/24 5:30 PM Rob Aronstein- Wishing Well

10/24 6:00 PM Bennett Brothers- Carsons Woodside Tavern

10/24 6:00 PM BJ Fitzgerald- Spa City Tap & Barrel

10/24 6:00 PM Chris Dollard- Hilton Garden Inn,,, 30Park

10/24 6:00 PM Eric Kufs- Thirsty Owl

10/24 6:00 PM Hallelujah Hat Trick- S&S farm Brewery

10/24 6:00 PM Matt Cosgrove- The Scarlet Knife

10/24 6:00 PM Mike Herman- Indian Ladder Farms

10/24 6:00 PM Northern Borne- Inn at Saratoga

10/24 6:00 PM Shannon Roy- Norte Azul Cantina

10/24 6:00 PM Stephen Thriolle Trio- Saratoga Winery

10/24 6:00 PM TBD- Lagos

10/24 6:00 PM The Bennett Brothers- Carson’s Woodside Tavern

10/24 6:00 PM Tooty and The Motherpluckers- Powers Pub

10/24 6:00 PM TV Doctors- Amsterdam Golf Course

10/24 6:00 PM Tyler Giroux- 677 Prime

10/24 6:30 PM Jacksland- Prime at Saratoga National

10/24 6:30 PM K&O Duo- Artisanal Brew Works

10/24 6:30 PM Rich Ortiz- Diamond Club at Embassy Suites

10/24 7:00 PM Bad Monk- The Night Owl

10/24 7:00 PM Hazy Dazed- Holy Moses Tavern

10/24 7:00 PM Jeff Walton- Principessa Elena

10/24 7:00 PM Juniper & Chris Carey- Peddlers Bar & Bistro

10/24 7:00 PM Lifeline- Kraverie

10/24 7:00 PM Mixed Tape Revival- Hometown Pub & Grub

10/24 7:00 PM POGO- The Bunker Saratoga

10/24 7:00 PM Radio Gold- Panza’s

10/24 8:00 PM Caity Gallagher Trio- 518 Craft

10/24 8:00 PM DJ Mic Power- Misfit

10/24 8:00 PM Matty D- Bourbon Room

10/24 8:00 PM Soul Sky- Druthers Saratoga

10/24 8:00 PM The Don Juans- Caffe Lena

10/24 8:00 PM Thomas Powers & Andy Mollica- Cooperstown Distilling Saratoga

10/24 8:00 PM Ugly Hummus with Bendan Dailey- Saratoga City Tavern

10/24 9:00 PM Rick Rosoff Quartet- Nine Maple

10/24 9:30 PM Open Bar Band- Spa City Tap & Barrel

Saturday, October 25^th

Not Dead Yet! – John Cleese and the Holy Grail at 50, The Palace Theatre, Albany, 7:30pm

An Unmissable Night of Absurdity, Laughter, and Legendary Comedy!

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate 50 years of Monty Python and the Holy Grail with the one and only John Cleese! This once-in-a-lifetime event features a special screening of the beloved cult classic, followed by an uproarious conversation and audience Q&A with Cleese himself, where he’ll share behind the-scenes stories, wit, and wisdom—assuming he remembers any of it.

Gather your fellow knights, dust off your coconuts, and prepare for an evening of irreverent humor and unparalleled comedy history. Secure your tickets now – before Cleese really is dead! **Coconuts not included in ticket price

Pure Poe: Three Tales of the Macabre, Proctors Theatre, Schenectady

Get ready for an electrifying return of one of Capital Repertory Theatre’s most adored touring shows – “Pure Poe” is back, and it’s more thrilling than ever!

Step into a world of passion, madness, and chilling mystery as Edgar Allan Poe’s unforgettable characters burst to life. Witness lost loves, gruesome murders, and a desperate prince fighting his deadly fate as the legendary master storyteller himself, Edgar Allan Poe, rises from the grave to weave his dark tales. Prepare to be captivated as Poe recites his iconic poem “The Raven,” alongside the spine-tingling “The Tell-Tale Heart,” and the haunting “Masque of the Red Death.” This is a show you don’t want to miss!

Ignition: Rising Through Sound, Proctors Theatre, Schenectady

Energy. Courage. Ascent. — ESYO RISE

Join ESYO for an afternoon that builds from first notes to full-throttle celebration. The Repertory Orchestra opens with the glowing lyricism of Howard Hanson’s “Nordic” (II), the curtain-raising drama of Verdi’s Nabucco Overture, and the city-bright swagger of Gershwin’s An American in Paris Suite (arr. Whitney).

The Symphony Orchestra turns that momentum into lift: Viet Cuong’s Re(new)al powers the ensemble with a virtuosic percussion quartet, Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4 moves from a bold brass call to a finale that bursts with celebration, and Jacob Fanto’s Up We Go! sends the night off with a buoyant, grin-inducing launch.

All of Us Events Presents MASQUERAVE, Universal Preservation Hall, Saratoga

Dancers, get ready for a night where mystery meets music at the 3rd Annual Masquerave! The Great Hall will be transformed into an unforgettable Halloween-inspired masquerade. Don’t miss your chance to lose yourself in rhythm, lights, and electrifying beats.

Headlining the evening is AK SPORTS, the internationally renowned techno artist celebrated for genre-defying productions and high-energy live sets. From underground clubs to massive festivals, AK SPORTS has captivated crowds worldwide with a unique sonic journey that will keep dancers moving until the very last beat.

Dark Echo Expo Day 2, Empire Live, Albany, 12pm

Raveyard Shift, Empire Live, Albany, 8pm

Steve Morse Band, Cohoes Music Hall, Cohoes, 8pm-10:30pm

Halloween Party w/ Brian Kane & The Beginning, Rustic Barn Pub, Troy, 8pm-11:59pm

Join us for a night of thrills, chills, and killer tunes at our Legendary Halloween Party! Rock the night away with Brian Kane & The Beginning w/s/g Late Night w/ DJ Fool

Nate’s Playlist at The Eleven (FREE Show), Lark Hall, Albany, 6pm-8pm

Shadow Estate, Shawn Shreds, Sam Hughes of Corduroy Shotgun, Putnam Place, Saratoga, 7pm-10:30pm

Join us for Seen in the Shadows: A Halloween Costume Party featuring Shadow Estate with special guests, Shaw Shafran Shreds and Sam Hughes of Corduroy Shotgun. Cash prize for best costume!

Reese Fulmer & The Carriage House Band, Caffe Lena, Saratoga, 4pm-6pm and 8pm-10pm

Cutting his teeth as the house manager right here at Caffè Lena, Reese Fulmer has emerged “with a poet’s sensibility rich with great storytelling and a healthy dose of irony.” (Viv Nesbitt, Art of the Song) The 2023 and 2024 Americana Artist of the Year at the Thomas Edison Music Awards, Reese and his band have become one of the fastest-rising groups in upstate NY with expansive live albums highlighting a reputation for compelling performances. With a rotating cast of talented players, a broad and dynamic body of work, and a refusal to set anything in stone, their shows are always fresh, full of joy, and hard to describe. Think Wilco with hints of Prine and Zappa: “smart, emotionally tuned arrangements and a stage presence that balanced earnestness with unpredictability. Their live performance thrives in the liminal space between genres folk, Americana, jazz and the result is a sound that’s complex without being convoluted.” (NYSMusic)

The Abyssmals | Haunted Cat | Pink Lady, Hangar on the Hudson, Troy, 8pm-11pm

Scary-oke with the Kweenz – Stella Progress and Daria Davenport, Lost and Found, Albany, 9pm

Byrdhouse 7 Year Anniversary Show: Band Olympics, No Fun, Troy, 7pm-11pm

From “Bar People.”

10/25 1:00 PM TV Doctors- Indian Ladder Farms

10/25 11:00 AM Off The Record- McGrievey’s Breast Cance Brunch

10/25 12:00 PM Adrenaline Pumplin- Sunnyside Gardens

10/25 12:00 PM Eric Kufs- Stable Gate Winery

10/25 12:00 PM Eric Kufs- Stable Gate Winery

10/25 12:00 PM Shannon Roy- Saratoga Apple

10/25 12:00 PM Tame The Rooster Lite- Troy Farmers Market

10/25 2:00 PM Completely Different- Artisanal Brew Works

10/25 4:00 PM Reese Fulmer & The Carriage House Band- Caffe Lena

10/25 5:00 PM Francine & The Scene- Artisanal Brew Works

10/25 5:00 PM Jason Irwin- Dancing Grain Farm Brewery

10/25 5:30 PM Matty Finn- Tinney’s Tavern

10/25 5:30 PM Rob Aronstein- Wishing Well

10/25 6:00 PM Bailee Jordyn & John Webber- Galley Bar

10/25 6:00 PM Ben Zoleski- Spa City Tap & Barrel

10/25 6:00 PM Bennett Brothers- Dock Browns Lakeside Tavern

10/25 6:00 PM Bret Scott- ?

10/25 6:00 PM Broadway Showstoppers- Panza’s

10/25 6:00 PM Broken Spur Band- The View at Brookhaven Golf Course

10/25 6:00 PM Franklin Micare- 677 Prime

10/25 6:00 PM Had The Radish- Thirsty Owl

10/25 6:00 PM Jeff Walton- Henry’s Tavern

10/25 6:00 PM Joe Adee & The Lug Nuts- S&S farm Brewery

10/25 6:00 PM Russ Kennedy- The Scarlet Knife

10/25 6:00 PM Seth Warden- Inn at Saratoga

10/25 6:00 PM TBD- Lagos

10/25 6:00 PM Tooty & The Motherplucker- Carson’s Woodside Tavern

10/25 6:00 PM Trogan Horns- Wolf Hollow Brewing

10/25 6:30 PM Pat Decker- Diamond Club at Embassy Suites

10/25 7:00 PM Alan Goldberg- Emack & Bolios

10/25 7:00 PM Chris Dollard- Principessa Elena

10/25 7:00 PM Contagious- The Bunker Saratoga

10/25 7:00 PM DeRaeled Duo- Bunker Clifton Park

10/25 7:00 PM Eric Hoffman- Muddy’s Bar & Restaurant

10/25 7:00 PM Jack Fu- Quarters

10/25 7:00 PM Kevin McKrell & Brian Melick- Parting Glass

10/25 7:00 PM On Tap Duo- Kraverie

10/25 7:00 PM Schmooze- The Night Owl

10/25 8:00 PM DJ NVision- Misfit

10/25 8:00 PM Gianna Robustiano- Bourbon Room

10/25 8:00 PM Reese Fulmer & The Carriage House Band- Caffe Lena

10/25 8:00 PM TV Doctors- Ophelia’s Restaurant

10/25 8:00 PM Whiz Bang- Druthers Saratoga

10/25 9:00 PM Rob Lindquist Quartet- Nine Maple

10/25 9:30 PM Nick Rossi Band- Spa City Tap & Barrel

Sunday, October 26^th

Asbury Shorts USA: an Afternoon of the World’s Best Short Films, Proctors Theatre, Schenectady

Celebrating 44 years, Asbury Shorts USA is New York City’s longest running non-competitive touring exhibition of globally honored short films. An Asbury Short Film Concert features a highly entertaining mix of comedy, drama, documentary and animated shorts — previously honored at the world’s top film festivals.

Jessica Kirson, Universal Preservation Hall, Saratoga

Jessica Kirson is a dynamic force in comedy, celebrated for her high-energy performances, ridiculous characters, and self-deprecating vulnerability. With a career spanning over two decades, she has found an audience for her comedy on social media, where she has racked up over a billion views.

Jessica’s comedy journey began in the clubs of New York City, where her distinctive voice and unfiltered humor quickly made her an audience favorite. Kirson has since performed on some of the biggest stages in comedy, including multiple appearances on The Tonight Show, The View, HBO’s Crashing, and Kevin Can Wait. Jessica produced FX’s Hysterical, a feature-length documentary exploring the changing landscape of women in stand-up comedy, as well as serving as consultant, producer, and onscreen talent in Robert DeNiro’s “The Comedian”.

The Last Lap Market, Putnam Place, Saratoga, 11am-5pm

Come down to Putnam Place to enjoy a day of oddities and vintage!

We will have 25 vendors from the capital region and beyond including everything from oddities to hand crafted soaps, crystals, vintage, jewelry, apothecary, tarot readers, tooth gems, and flash tattoos!

Swing by for a quick drink or stay the whole day from 11am-5pm.

“A Joyful Noise!” Gospel Dinner with Soulist Garland Nelson & Friends, Caffe Lena, Saratoga, 5pm – 7pm

A Joyful Noise! Gospel Dinner with Soulist Garland Nelson & Friends is more than a concert—it’s a full-sensory celebration of community, comfort, and spirit. This one-of-a-kind evening blends the rich, uplifting power of live gospel music with a lovingly prepared Caribbean dinner by Vashti’s Kitchen Delights, creating an atmosphere that nourishes both body and soul. Led by the incomparable Garland Nelson, whose voice radiates warmth and joy, each gathering becomes a heartfelt experience of connection and praise. Surrounded by friends, familiar songs, and the clink of shared plates, guests don’t just attend—they belong. Join us for a night where the music moves you, the meal fills you, and the spirit of togetherness leaves you glowing.

Bruiser and Bicycle Album Release w/ Emerald Ground Water + Stella Emmett, Hangar on the Hudson, Troy, 7pm-10pm

Pumpkin Carving Contest, Lost and Found, Albany, 4pm

From “Bar People.”

10/26 1:00 PM TV Doctors- Indian Ladder Farms

10/26 2:00 PM Glen Rocks Band- Allied Brewing

10/26 2:00 PM Gold Sun Reggae- Saratoga Apple

10/26 2:00 PM Matty Finn- Galway Rock Winery

10/26 4:00 PM Accents- Carsons Woodside Tavern