Show Detective – Weekend Shows – 12/6 – 12/8

Show Detective.

Friday, December 6^th

Eileen Ivers, Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, Troy, 7:30pm

It’s the most wonderful time of the year …and for years Eileen and the band have been celebrating the glorious story of Christmas, thoughtfully, uniquely and with pure unbridled joy!! Eileen’s Irish and American roots shine throughout the evening’s beautiful mix of traditional, story-filled, age-old Wren Day songs, poems, and of course, foot stomping and hollerin’ roots music. Eileen and the ensemble’s plethora of instruments and voices weave throughout the evening, coupled with Ivers’ signature warmth, inviting listeners in for a tuneful, soulful celebration capturing the true spirit and joy of the season.

Moondance – The Ultimate Van Morrison Tribute, The Linda, Albany, 8pm-10pm

Rock and roll doesn’t get any better than Van Morrison. Van the Man has done it all – from classic rockers like Brown Eyed Girl and Domino to legendary tunes like Tupelo Honey and Into The Mystic, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer has never failed to impress music lovers around the globe.

Moondance is the ultimate Van Morrison Tribute Concert. This incredible show captures the Van Morrison concert experience like no other. You’ll hear classic tunes – Brown Eyed Girl, Moondance, Domino, It Stoned Me, Tupelo Honey, Wild Night, Into The Mystic, Caravan – just to name a few. The show is packed with one VM classic after the next.

The Snow Queen, The Palace Theatre, Albany, 7pm

“The Snow Queen” is based on the world-famous fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. This fascinating romantic story set to the music of Edvard Grieg, Jules Massenet, Mozart, and Vivaldi, will give unforgettable bright emotions of happiness for adults and children.

Disney On Ice presents Into the Magic, MVP Arena, Albany

Merry Swift-mas: Taylor Swift Holiday Dance Party, Universal Preservation Hall, Saratoga Springs

Shake it off this holiday season with our Taylor Swift Holiday Dance Party! Join us for a night of festive fun, Swiftie style. From Tay-tay themed mocktails and friendship bracelet making to a selfie stations, we have everything to make this a night to remember. Mark your calendars and get ready to dance the night away!

The Acacia Strain: Tune Low Die Slow Ho Ho! Empire Live, Albany, 12:45pm

Whiskey Highway, Rustic Barn Pub, Troy, 8pm-11pm

Get out your cowboy boots, Whiskey Highway will be playing your favorite country songs!

Jenna Nicholls live at The Eleven (FREE SHOW), The Eleven, Albany, 6pm-8pm

Ukulele talent brings New Orleans to The Eleven at Lark Hall.

In a tapestry of sound, Jenna Nicholls weaves a spell: strumming her ukulele with the spirit of New Orleans or crooning a cowboy’s tale with the soul of the West. Her melodies, like vintage vinyl spun anew, carry the weight of memory and promise of tomorrow. With three albums under her belt, her songs have found their way into the heart of cinema and the pulse of television. On the road she’s shared stages with legends like Ingrid Michaelson, and Oscar winner Glen Hansard. From the storied stages of Carnegie Hall and the Beacon Theatre, Jenna’s music echoes through the night, a testament to the enduring power of song.

Lark Hall Presents Wolfman Jack, Lark Hall, Albany, 8pm

Wolfman Jack is a live music project of musicians from the New England area performing the psychedelic and electrifying Live Dead to Europe 72′ era of The Grateful Dead. A true dance band in the style of such legendary venues as The Fillmore West, Carousel Ballroom, Avalon Ballroom, Winterland Arena and the Strand Lyceum. They recreate those vintage sets from when the Grateful Dead were first cutting their teeth as a live music act. Don’t miss it

Schism – a Tribute to Tool, Putnam Place, Saratoga Springs

Sirsy – December 2024, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 8pm

SIRSY, the little band with a big sound, takes over Caffe Lena for a full weekend! Each show is unique!

Jason Wolfman Martin / Gay Tastee / The Scurves, No Fun, Troy, 7pm-11pm

From “Bar People.”

12/6 10:00 PM The Barblairian- Charlies Loft

12/6 5:00 PM Chris Dollard- Wheatfields Clifton Park

12/6 5:30 PM Eric Erickson- Yanni’s Too

12/6 5:30 PM Rob Aronstein- Wishing Well

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

12/6 6:00 PM Bob Fox- Thirsty Owl

12/6 6:00 PM Dan Dekalb- 677 Prime

12/6 6:00 PM Jenna Nicholls- Eleven at Lark Hall

12/6 6:00 PM Nick Horace- Hilton Garden Inn… 30Park

12/6 6:00 PM Pat Decker- Carsons Woodside Tavern

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

12/6 6:00 PM Rich Clements- Saratoga Winery

12/6 6:00 PM Russ Kennedy- Powers Pub

12/6 6:00 PM Shine On- Saratoga Winery

12/6 6:00 PM TBD- The Scarlet Knife

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

12/6 6:00 PM Tracey & Friends- Prime at Saratoga National

12/6 6:30 PM Country Converts- Artisanal Brew Works

12/6 6:30 PM Jeff Stein- Other One Brewery

12/6 6:30 PM Wreckless Duo- Peddlers Bar & Bistro

12/6 7:00 PM A Holiday Cabaret- Saratoga City Music Hall

12/6 7:00 PM Bob Barker Band- Quarters

12/6 7:00 PM Colin McCarthy- O’Slattery’s

12/6 7:00 PM Erin Powers- Cherry Plain Square #17

12/6 7:00 PM Erin Powers- Cherry Plain Square #17

12/6 7:00 PM Frank Murray- Bunker Clifton Park

12/6 7:00 PM Jeff Walton- Principessa Elena

12/6 7:00 PM Joes Boys- The Bunker Mohawk Harbor

12/6 7:00 PM Keri Alonzo & Jay Yager- The Bunker North Greenbush

12/6 7:00 PM Keri Alonzo & Jay Yager- The Bunker North Greenbush

12/6 7:00 PM Tops Of Trees & Oobleck- Unihog

12/6 7:00 PM Tops Of Trees & Oobleck- Unihog

12/6 7:00 PM Yellow Dog- Arsenal City Tavern

12/6 7:30 PM DJ Swifti… Dance Party- Universal Preservation Hall

12/6 8:00 PM 13: A Tribute to Taylor Swift- Frog Alley Brewing

12/6 8:00 PM Beadle Brothers- Van Slycks at Rivers Casino

12/6 8:00 PM DJ Dillon Robert- Misfit

12/6 8:00 PM IMI Band- Electic Grinch

12/6 8:00 PM Sirsy- Caffe Lena

12/6 8:00 PM Tim Olsen Quartet- Nine Maple

12/6 8:00 PM Watchdog- Saratoga City Tavern

12/6 8:00 PM Whiskey Highway- Rustic Barn Pub

12/6 8:00 PM Whiskey Highway- Rustic Barn Pub

12/6 8:00 PM Wolfman Jack- Lark Hall

12/6 9:00 PM DJ John Jamz- Night Owl

12/6 9:00 PM Rhythm Pilots- Nanola

12/6 9:00 PM Schism- Putnam Place

12/6 9:00 PM Skeeter Creek- Vapor

12/6 9:00 PM Trip McNeely- Centre St. Pub

12/6 9:30 PM Open Bar Band- Spa City Tap & Barrel

Saturday, December 7^th

Telemann’s Don Quichotte, Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, Troy, 7:30pm

BEMF Chamber Opera Series presents Telemann’s Don Quichotte

Cervantes’s epic story is brought to life through the irresistible music of Georg Philipp Telemann!

Join the singers, dancers, instrumentalists, and directors of the GRAMMY-winning BEMF Chamber Opera Series for a special presentation of two masterworks by Telemann. Enjoy a rare staged performance of Telemann’s lovely serenata, Don Quichotte auf der Hochzeit des Comacho, which sees Don Quixote and his squire Sancho Panza stumble upon the wedding of wealthy sheep rancher Comacho to the beautiful Quiteria—but her childhood sweetheart Basilio is ready to disrupt the festivities even if it’s the last thing he ever does! Woven throughout the entertainment will be movements from Telemann’s delightful orchestral suite Burlesque de Don Quichotte, a work that uses strikingly evocative music to depict various episodes from the classic novel by Cervantes.

Hudson Valley Writers Guild presents YEAR IN REVIEW TEAM SLAM, The Linda, Albany, 1pm-3pm

The Nacre Dance Group Presents: The Nutcracker, The Egg, Albany, 2 pm; 7:30pm

On December 7th get transported out of the Capital Region and get wrapped up in the warmth and nostalgia of The Nutcracker. Join Clara on a magical dream adventure through the Land of Sweets. Enjoy traditionally untraditional ballet and modern variations of this classically sweet holiday story.

Screaming Orphans Christmas Show, The Egg, Albany, 7pm

Join Screaming Orphans for some fun festive cheer and get ready to sing along to classic oldies, new and quirky Christmas/Holiday songs.

Screaming Orphans are a chart-topping all-sister Celtic folk and pop band from Ireland. They are known worldwide for their award-winning sound combining original pop songs with a unique take on traditional Irish music. The band has always defied being pigeonholed, having masterfully developed their own unique fusion of folk and pop. The sisters’ trademark spine-tingling four-part harmony and mastery of their instruments combined with their highly energized performances take audiences of all ages on an exhilarating and emotional musical journey.

Disney On Ice presents Into the Magic, MVP Arena, Albany

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

‘Tis the season for all of your holiday favorites—now with TWO days to enjoy! Due to popular demand, SSSO has added a second day of holiday cheer at UPH. Both concert days will feature guest soloists Jeanine Ouderkirk, Mowgli Giannitti and Elizabeth Sterling.

The Acacia Strain: Tune Low Die Slow Ho Ho! Empire Live, Albany, 1pm

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

Music of The Grateful Dead, Allman Brothers and The Band

Nickopotamus Birthday Show at The Eleven (FREE ) The Eleven, Albany, 6pm

An eclectic juggernaut, Nickopotamus combines elements of rock, jam, funk, punk, groove, and zydeco to provide the listener with a visceral experience that will leave them singing along. Nickopotamus is a good-time/high energy live band that has been known to have just as much fun on stage as their fans do. Hailing from Albany, NY this 4 piece band is led by song writer/ guitarist Nick Souder.

Hartstone Productions and Lark Hall present lespecial wsg Timbre Coup, Lark Hall, Albany, 8pm

lespecial is redefining the term “power trio”. The multi-instrumentalists from Connecticut continue to push the boundaries of what a three-piece band is capable of both live and in the studio ahead of their latest album, “Odd Times”. The band’s signature blend of “heavy future groove” combines headbanging metal riffage and surgical rhythmic precision with bone shaking 808s, sub synths and ethereal vocal stylings for a dance floor that welcomes moshing, dancing and hip swaying alike. Listeners are taken on a journey to the musical netherworld through esoteric soundscapes punctuated by raw, primal power.lespecial is redefining the term “power trio”.

The Warped Tour Band, Putnam Place, Saratoga Springs, 8pm-11pm

FC INC. feat Franché Coma, Hangar on the Hudson, Troy, 8pm-11pm

Xperience & RadioRadioX presents…

FC INC Featuring: Franché Coma, original guitarist of Misfits
Saturday December 7th 7pm Doors 8pm Show
Tickets: $10 Advance/ $15 at The Door

Sirsy – December 2024, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 8pm

SIRSY, the little band with a big sound, takes over Caffe Lena for a full weekend! Each show is unique!

Drag Show, Lost and Found, Albany, 9pm

Planetarium Party ~ Sagittarius SZN, No Fun, Troy, 8pm-11pm

From “Bar People.”

12/7 6:00 PM Cloudlifter- Inn at Saratoga

12/7 6:00 PM Frankie Lessard- Ravenswood

12/7 6:00 PM George Krakat- Powers Pub

12/7 6:00 PM John Stack- Hilton Garden Inn… 30Park

12/7 6:00 PM Lifeline- Galley Bar & Grill

12/7 6:00 PM Matt Cosgrove- The Scarlet Knife

12/7 6:00 PM Matt Evans- Spa City Tap & Barrel

12/7 6:00 PM Rafa Picon- Prime at Saratoga National

12/7 7:00 PM A Holiday Cabaret- Saratoga City Music Hall

12/7 7:00 PM Alex Riddell- Stillwater American Legion

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

12/7 7:00 PM Chuck Ayers- O’Slattery’s

12/7 7:00 PM Coverups- Hometown Pub & Grub

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

12/7 7:00 PM Nick Rossi- The Bunker Mohawk Harbor

12/7 7:00 PM Off The Record- Washington Ave. Armory

12/7 7:00 PM Schnectady & Saratoga Symphony Orchestra- Universal Preservation Hall

12/7 7:00 PM Will Proper- Cherry Plain Square #17

12/7 7:00 PM Will Proper- Cherry Plain Square #17

12/7 7:30 PM Vicky Gayle & Friends- Eden Cafe

12/7 7:30 PM Yankee Holler- Melvin Roads American Legion

12/7 7:30 PM Yankee Holler- Melvin Roads American Legion

12/7 8:00 AM Breakfast With Santa aka Tim Wechgelaer- Saratoga City Center

12/7 8:00 PM Angelina Valente Band Christmas Show- Van Dyck Mucic Club

12/7 8:00 PM Big Sky Country- Van Slycks at Rivers Casino

12/7 8:00 PM Dead Mans Waltz- Rustic Barn Pub

12/7 8:00 PM Dead Mans Waltz- Rustic Barn Pub

12/7 8:00 PM Keith Pray Quartet- Nine Maple

12/7 8:00 PM Lespecial & Timbre Coup- Lark Hall

12/7 8:00 PM Sirsy- Caffe Lena

12/7 8:00 PM The Warped Tour Band / Dookie / All The Blink Things- Putnam Place

12/7 8:30 PM Skeeter Creek- Frog Alley Brewing

12/7 9:00 PM DJ Tomb & DJ Jonesy- Night Owl

12/7 9:00 PM Dude Abides- Saratoga City Tavern

12/7 9:30 AM Jason White- Saratoga Farmers Market Wilton Mall

12/7 9:30 PM Up The River- Spa City Tap & Barrel

Sunday, December 8^th

Victorian Stroll Concerts, Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, Troy, 11am

Performances all day by:

11:30 Troy Children’s Chorus

12:30 Caffe Lena

1:30 Jordan Taylor Hill

2:30 Triskele

The Egg Presents: Family Circle #4 with Veena and Devesh Chandra, The Egg, Albany, 2pm

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Indian Classical Music with the Raga Family Circle, an interactive workshop series featuring Veena & Devesh Chandra. Over 4 engaging sessions, this series progresses through the basic fundamentals of Indian melody and rhythm and offers children and families a unique hands-on experience to try instruments and authentically experience this storied tradition. Veena and Devesh Chandra, embodying the generational passage of knowledge from guru to disciple, bring to life a rich cultural heritage that has been carefully preserved and evolved over centuries. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned music lover, the Raga Family Circle invites you to be part of a living tradition, offering a rare opportunity to experience the joy, complexity, and transformative power of Indian Classical Music in an accessible, immersive setting.

The Egg Presents: A Winter Gathering with Kathy Mattea: Good News and Other Favorites, The Egg, Albany, 8pm

Grammy Award winner Kathy Mattea brings her deep acoustic music roots to an original and traditional Christmas holiday music program. Led by her warm and soulful vocals and deft arrangements, Kathy’s stellar band, assembled for this tour with some of Nashville’s finest musicians, brings a fresh take on a wide range of songs of the season: from well loved traditional tunes to selections from 1993’s Grammy winning Good News album and 2003’s acclaimed Joy for Christmas Day, to her breakthrough recording of the iconic “Mary, Did You Know?”.

Albany Symphony: Magic of Christmas, The Palace Theatre, Albany, 3pm

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. Christmas carols, sparkling holiday favorites & more!

Disney On Ice presents Into the Magic, MVP Arena, Albany

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

‘Tis the season for all of your holiday favorites—now with TWO days to enjoy! Due to popular demand, SSSO has added a second day of holiday cheer at UPH. Both concert days will feature guest soloists Jeanine Ouderkirk, Mowgli Giannitti and Elizabeth Sterling.

Punk Rock Flea Market, Empire Live, Albany, 11pm

Second Sunday Bluegrass Jam, Rustic Barn Pub, Troy, 5:30pm-9pm

Bluegrass Jams are for making new friends, sharing songs, playing and listening to blue grass and new-grass. All skill levels are welcome to join the Jam.

Jerry Garcia Brunch with Gratefully Yours Duo at The Eleven at Lark Hall, Lark Hall, Albany, 12pm-2pm

Join us on Sunday, December 8th for the return of our Jerry Garcia Brunch at The Eleven at Lark Hall with Gratefully Yours Duo 12-2pm (Free)

Sirsy – December 2024, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 3pm

SIRSY, the little band with a big sound, takes over Caffe Lena for a full weekend! Each show is unique!

Merry-Oke – Christmas Karaoke, Lost and Found, Albany

Planet Vintage Holiday Market, No Fun, Troy, 12pm-7pm

From “Bar People.”

12/7 5:00 PM Jo Henley- Artisanal Brew Works

12/7 5:30 PM Rob Aronstein- Wishing Well

12/7 6:00 PM Bennett Brothers- Carsons Woodside Tavern

12/8 10:30 AM Jay Yager- The Scarlet Knife

12/8 12:00 PM Gratefully Your Duo- Eleven at Lark Hall

12/8 2:00 PM Off The Record- Ryans Wake

12/8 2:00 PM Off The Record- Ryans Wake

12/8 3:30 PM Heard- Seasoning House Troy

12/8 3:30 PM Heard- Seasoning House Troy