Whassup in the 518? – Weekend Shows

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Friday, December 5^rd

Christmas with the Cadets, Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, Troy, 7pm

Join us for an unforgettable evening as the Cadets of La Salle Institute perform their annual Christmas Concert! This special event will feature performances from the dedicated Middle School Band, the distinguished Symphonic Band, and the award-winning Cadet Blues Jazz Ensemble.

Experience the magic of the season with traditional favorites, beloved classics, and new renditions, all performed with elegance and enthusiasm by our talented La Salle Cadets.

Passport Series: Mélisande, Proctors Theatre, Schenectady

Get ready to travel around the world – one concert at a time!

The Passport Series takes the same beloved world music that patrons of the Music Haven Concert series have come to cherish and brings it to Proctors in Schenectady and Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga so the party can continue all year.

>*-Universal Preservation Hall

Opera Saratoga Presents: La bohème, Universal Preservation Hall, Saratoga

Celebrate the holidays with the original “RENT” — a story of young artists in love, from first blush to dying breath.

This holiday season, Opera Saratoga invites you to be swept away by the romance, laughter, and heartbreak of Puccini’s timeless masterpiece, “La bohème.” In this special staged concert, the Skidmore Chorus and members of the Excelsior Vocal Ensemble joins forces with the most exciting rising stars from the Juilliard School and the Metropolitan Opera to bring to life the unforgettable arias, soaring ensembles, and rich choral moments that have enchanted audiences for generations.

Sir Chloe, Empire Live, Albany, 8pm

Armchair Boogie, Empire Underground, Albany, 8pm

Mixtape Revival, Rustic Barn, Troy, 8pm-11pm

We’re your Ultimate Live Mixtape with 150+ songs from the 90s-50s all genres.

First Friday at the Eleven with Belle-Skinner, The Eleven, Albany, 6pm-8pm

Neon Avenue, Lark Hall, Albany, 8pm-11:59pm

Pink Talking Fish w/ Strange Machines, Putnam Place, Saratoga, 8pm

Pink Talking Fish is a Hybrid Tribute Fusion Act that takes the music from three of the world’s most beloved bands and creates a special treat for fans of the music.

Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish are all more than just bands… they are Phenomenons. Their creations have artistically inspired people and their mind-blowing live performances have brought people together to form a sense of community around the love for their favorite bands.

Although the music from each act is different, Pink Talking Fish has discovered that fusing the material together writes an amazing new story. The epic emotion of Pink Floyd… The funky,danceable layerings of Talking Heads… The multitude of styles, unique compositional structures and pure fun of​ Phish… to merge these three acts into one gives music lovers an experience like no other.

ANIME RAVE: Holiday Festival, No Fun, Troy, 8pm-11pm

From “Bar People.”

12/5 5:00 PM Dan Sherwin- Frog Alley Brewing

12/5 5:00 PM Russ Kennedy- Wheatfields Clifton Park

12/5 6:00 PM Belle Skinner- Lark Hall

12/5 6:00 PM Chris Carey & Tim Wechgelaer- Cock & Bull

12/5 6:00 PM Christine Spero-Panza’s

12/5 6:00 PM Jeff Stein- The Scarlet Knife

12/5 6:00 PM Matt Cosgrove- Prime at Saratoga National

12/5 6:00 PM Matt Cosgrove- Spa City Tap & Barrel

12/5 6:00 PM Ragged Company- Inn at Saratoga

12/5 6:00 PM Shine On- Bound By Fate Brewing

12/5 6:00 PM Thom Powers- Powers Pub

12/5 6:00 PM Wreckles Duo- Saratoga Winery

12/5 6:30 PM Chris Dollard- Diamond Club at Embassy Suites

12/5 6:30 PM Kyle Hommel- Other One Brewery

12/5 6:30 PM The Earlybirds- Peddlers Bar & Bistro

12/5 7:00 PM 2096 Band- Bunker Clifton Park

12/5 7:00 PM Chuck Ayers- Spinner’s

12/5 7:00 PM Dirt Cheap Trio- The Bunker Saratoga

12/5 7:00 PM Gus UnPlugged- Katie O’Byrnes

12/5 7:00 PM Harmonic Duo- Seven Bistro

12/5 7:00 PM Ill Funk Ensemble- The Night Owl

12/5 7:00 PM Pearl- Emack & Bolios

12/5 7:00 PM Scott & Company- O’Slattery’s

12/5 7:00 PM Sean Lippin Band- Kraverie

12/5 7:00 PM Tailspin- Holy Moses Tavern

12/5 8:00 PM 80’s Band- Wicked Eatery

12/5 8:00 PM DJ Chris- GMisfit

12/5 8:00 PM Neon Avenue- Lark Hall

12/5 8:00 PM Pink Talking Fish w/ Strange Machines- Putnam Place

12/5 8:00 PM Resist ( Goth Night )- Ophelia’s Restaurant

12/5 8:30 PM Skeeter Creek- Frog Alley Brewing

12/5 9:00 PM Tame The Rooster- Van Slycks at Rivers Casino

12/5 9:00 PM Tim Olsen Quartet- Nine Maple

12/5 9:30 PM Open Bar Band- Spa City Tap & Barrel

Saturday, December 6^th

Morgan Jay, Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, Troy, 7pm; 9:45pm

Morgan Jay is a musician and comedian based in LA who has made numerous TV appearances. His world class training and journey as a stand-up comedian has won him multiple awards and prestigious festival appearances. Most notably, he was a 2023 Just For Laughs New Face. He’s most recognized from his massive social media following across Tiktok and Instagram and has two comedy specials streaming on Youtube.

Just A Little Music Festival: Homecoming Edition, MVP Arena, Albany, 8pm

Click here if you’re looking for information regarding the cancelation of Saturday, October 18 Just A Little Party Never Hurt Nobody: Albany’s Biggest Party

The Friday, October 17 performance of Just A Little Music Festival: Homecoming Edition has been postponed to Saturday, December 6. Tickets dated October 17 will be honored and do not need to be exchanged. If you are unable to attend the new date, refunds may be requested at point of purchase through November 9.

Sensory Friendly – Dr Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical, Proctors Theatre, Schenectady

A sensory friendly performance is specially designed to create a more comfortable and inclusive theatrical experience for individuals on the autism spectrum or other sensitivities.

Slight modifications are made by the GRINCH team to the production itself, including:

• Fewer loud noises and flashing lights that may be challenging for some audience members
• More consistent levels of audio so no sounds are too jarring
• Removing some costume pieces which may disguise or alter the appearance of a character
• House lights kept at half throughout the show

Slambovian Christmas, Proctors Theatre, Schenectady

Schenectady-Saratoga Symphony Orchestra Poinsettia Pops, Universal Preservation Hall, Saratoga

Ring in the holiday season with this cherished annual tradition! Enjoy selections such as “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” “Let it Snow,” “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,” “The Little Drummer Boy,” and selections from “The Nutcracker” Ballet! Featuring festive orchestral favorites and special guest vocalist Kimberly Hawkey, “Poinsettia Pops” is a joyful celebration of the sounds of the season, perfect for the whole family.

DEATH ANGEL – ACT III, Empire Live, Albany, 7pm

Dead Man’s Waltz, Rustic Barn, Troy, 8pm-11pm

Music of The Grateful Dead, Allman Brothers and The Band

Tops of Trees at The Eleven at Lark Hall (FREE), Lark Hall, Albany, 6pm-8pm

Polyrhythmics with special guests Oobleck, Lark Hall, Albany, 8pm-11:59pm

George Boone Blues Band, Putnam Place, Saratoga, 8pm-11pm

From his suit and shiny black shoes to his powerful vocals filled with raw emotion, this veteran musician will immerse you in a deep river of the blues. George Boone won the respect and accolades of the great players in the blues scene and has shared the stage with legendary blues greats such as Albert King, Screaming Jay Hawkins and Johnny Copeland, to name a few.

As Matt Smith wrote in Metroland magazine “I think George Boone is one of the most amazing guys I’ve seen. He’s the real thing…” A night with George Boone is an experience. Rocking out, dancing, crying the blues, George Boone is a lesson in what the blues are all about. George Boone lives the blues. George Boone is the blues.

McKinley James, Hangar on the Hudson, Troy, 8pm-10pm

Krampus Cabaret, Lost and Found, Albany, 9pm

Minibeast (ex Mission of Burma) / Flavour / Brower / SWRM, No Fun, Troy, 7pm-11pm

From “Bar People.”

12/6 10:00 AM Cody Alvord- Saratoga Farmers Market at Wilton Mall

12/6 5:00 PM Rob Fleming- Dancing Grain Farm Brewery

12/6 5:00 PM Wreckless Duo- Frog Alley Brewing

12/6 6:00 PM Ben Zoleski- Spa City Tap & Barrel

12/6 6:00 PM Chris Dollard & Nick Horace- Carsons Woodside Tavern

12/6 6:00 PM Christine Spero- Panza’s

12/6 6:00 PM Dan Sherwin- Tinney’s Tavern

12/6 6:00 PM Frankie Lessard- Ravenswood

12/6 6:00 PM Jay Yager- Hilton Garden Inn,,, 30Park

12/6 6:00 PM Jeff Brisbin- Prime at Saratoga National

12/6 6:00 PM Matty Finn- Holy Moses Tavern

12/6 6:00 PM Nothern Borne- Inn at Saratoga

12/6 6:00 PM Pat Decker- The Scarlet Knife

12/6 6:00 PM Phil Drum- Powers Pub

12/6 6:00 PM Tops Of Trees- Eleven at Lark Hall

12/6 6:30 PM Derrick Forget- Peddlers Bar & Bistro

12/6 6:30 PM Steve Candlen- Diamond Club at Embassy Suites

12/6 7:00 PM Big Fez & The Surfmatics- Parting Glass

12/6 7:00 PM Ill Funk Ensemble- The Night Owl

12/6 7:00 PM Josh Clevenstine- Across The Street Pub

12/6 7:00 PM POGO- O’Slattery’s

12/6 7:00 PM Radio Junkies- The Bunker Saratoga

12/6 7:00 PM Shades Of Blue- Emack & Bolios

12/6 8:00 PM DJ Vision- Misfit

12/6 8:00 PM Fenimore Blues- Principessa Elena Christmas Party… Members

12/6 8:00 PM Mr. E Band- Albany Elks Club #49

12/6 8:00 PM PolyRhythmics & Oobleck- Lark Hall

12/6 8:30 PM Muscle Shoals- Frog Alley Brewing

12/6 9:00 PM Keith Pray Group- Nine Maple

12/6 9:30 PM Tailspin- Spa City Tap & Barrel

Sunday, December 7^th

Victorian Stroll Concerts, Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, Troy, 11am-4pm

Performances all day by:

11:30 Caffe Lena Kids

12:30 Triskele

2:00 Troy Children’s Chorus

3:00 Rod Dukes 

David Alan Miller, conductor

Make the Albany Symphony your home for the holidays and celebrate the season with family and friends at the Capital Region’s most beloved holiday spectacular. Performing sparkling carols, holiday favorites and more!

Schenectady-Saratoga Symphony Orchestra Poinsettia Pops, Universal Preservation Hall, Saratoga

Ring in the holiday season with this cherished annual tradition! Enjoy selections such as “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” “Let it Snow,” “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,” “The Little Drummer Boy,” and selections from “The Nutcracker” Ballet! Featuring festive orchestral favorites and special guest vocalist Kimberly Hawkey, “Poinsettia Pops” is a joyful celebration of the sounds of the season, perfect for the whole family.

Punk Rock Flea Market, Empire Live, Albany, 11am-5pm

Merry-oke, Lost and Found, Albany, 5pm

Planet Vintage – Pop-Up Holiday Market, No Fun, Troy, 10am-5pm

From “Bar People.”

12/7 12:00 PM Chuck Ayers- Frog Alley Brewing

12/7 3:30 PM Ryan Clark- Hank Hudson Brewing

12/7 7:30 PM Capitol Region Blues Jam with Joe Lowery & Friends- McGeary’s Irish Pub

12/7 9:00 AM Jeff Brisbin Breakfast with Santa At Hill & Hollows

12/7 Bobbie Van Detta- Charlton Tavern