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Albany's free outdoor summer concert series!
Recipient of the 2000 Hospitality Excellence Award
2008 summer schedule:
June 5 | Classic Rock Night
Dennis Deyoung and the Music of STYX
with Melodrome
June 12 | Beach Night
The Ventures
with Rocky Velvet
June 19 | Oldies Night
Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone
with New York Players
June 26 | Soul Night
Joan Osborne
with Sean Rowe
July 10 | American Idol Night
Bo Bice
with Sirsy
July 17 | Disco Night
Sister Sledge featuring Kathy Sledge
with The Trammps
July 24 | Zydeco Night
Terrance Simien
with Captain Squeeze & the Zydeco Moshers
July 31 | Groove Night
WAR
with Solid Smoke
August 7 | Local Latin Night
Alex Torres & His Latin Orchestra
Sensamaya
August 14 | Irish Night
The Tossers
with Brother
Alive at Five has kept downtown Albany’s spirits high after work on Thursdays throughout the summer for 18 years. The stage comes alive with music from national, regional and local artists; each night plays host to a different genre of music. The weekend kicks-off with an early start, as many of Albany’s professionals, community members and friends enjoy the diverse musical talent presented during the series. The music is not the only form of entertainment at Alive at Five as great crowd participation, dancing and people watching all make for a unique blend of concert atmosphere and hometown block party fun. Attendees of Alive at Five can also sample an array of summer favorites such as ice-cold beer, fresh squeezed lemonade, cotton candy and delicious BBQ from some of the areas favorite local vendors. Join us in the fun and music of this wonderful series that is a signature event and a summer staple in the Capital City of Albany, New York.
Volunteers
... are the backbone of Alive at Five. Plus, it is a great way to become part of the fun. Volunteers are needed as beverage servers, backstage security and to sell tickets. For more information: hickoxb@ci.albany.ny.us or call 518-434-5411.
Special Ground Rules in Effect:
NO alcoholic beverages, coolers, backpacks, bags, containers, packages, thermoses, cups, bottles, cans, flasks, glass containers of any kind; animals or pets*; Security personnel reserve the right to inspect any bag, container or package and confiscate any prohibited or illegal items. Any type of recording of the performance or presentation is prohibited without prior written consent. All attendees should be prepared to present age identification at any time if they intend to consume alcohol.
(*Excludes ADA-defined service animals. Ground rules are subject to change without notice; Exceptions made for medical or child care reasons may be addressed individually)
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