You don’t have to wait for Tuesday – start celebrating the Fourth of July this weekend! Fireworks are happening after the Freedom Park Summer Concert Series on Friday and there is more live music and other events going on throughout the weekend.
Celebrate the 4th in Style
Freedom Park Summer Concert Series: Bluz House Rockers & Fireworks
Friday, June 30
You can catch a water ski show, a great live band, and fireworks to start off your Fourth of July weekend right. The water ski show is happening at Jumpin’ Jacks at 7pm, Bluz House Rockers are performing for free at 8pm as part of the ongoing summer concert series in Freedom Park (right next door to Jumpin’ Jacks), and the night will be rounded out with some stunning fireworks.
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Friday, June 30
The Red, White and Brew Festival at Proctors in Schenectady is not to be missed! Over 30 craft breweries will be in attendance with over 60 different kinds of beers and ciders. In addition, you’ll be able to check out food vendors, live music from Kick, and there will be cool games like Corn Hole and Kan Jam. Tickets are $30, or $15 for designated drivers.
Enjoy Music & Arts
Performing Arts at the Common: The Accents
Sunday, July 2
There’s no shortage of free live music concerts during the summer in the Capital Region and one of them happens right in Clifton Park at Clifton Common. This weekend you can see The Accents, one of the hottest party bands in the area.
Saturday, July 1
Like metal music? You might want to check out Thou at Upstate Concert Hall, whose music is described as “sludge metal” or “experimental doom.” Tickets are just $12 in advance, or $15 at the door.
Friday, June 30
It’s the monthly Troy Night Out! The theme this month is Celebrating Culture, Diversity & Inclusion in Troy. Check out art events, music, and the fine restaurants downtown Troy has to offer. Remember, Troy is just about a 20-minute drive from Clifton Park.
For the Kids
Saturday, July 1
It’s expected to rain on Saturday – find something fun for the kids to do with Kids Paint-A-Pic happening at the Mechanicville District Public Library. This event is for kids five and up and requires pre-registration.
Get Your Lawn Summer-Ready
Sunday, July 2
Is your lawn ready to hold up to the summer heat? Get some tips on how to preserve that pristine green without spending your entire summer working on the lawn. Brookside Nursery in Ballston Spa is hosting a free summer lawn workshop.
For Breakfast Enthusiasts
All You Can Eat Breakfast at Waterford Knights of Columbus
Sunday, July 2
It’s the most important meal of the day! Get an awesome breakfast buffet – $8 for adults and $4 for kids under 12 – at the Waterford Knights of Columbus. There will be an omelet station, plain and blueberry pancakes, French toast, scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, home fries, toast, and pastries.
