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Albany
Sunday, April 26th, 2026
Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ HVCC’s nursing club is hosting its third annual carnival fundraiser for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation today at the college campus from noon to 4 p.m., featuring live music by DJ D. Scott, games, and family activities that honor the memory of Ulrich Tedeschi. WRGB
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The DEC announced that the coolwater sport fish season begins May 1 for walleye, northern pike, tiger muskellunge and pickerel. Anglers should note (muskie season starts June 1) and check DEC resources for local tips. WRGB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UAlbany's women's distance medley relay team (Skyler Smith, Jaymee Yelton, Aiva Pinches and Arianna Verardi) broke a 20-year-old record at Penn Relays in Philadelphia with a time of 11:31.80 and will return to compete at America East Championships in Lowell on May 9-10. University at Albany
- ➤ UAlbany’s Great Danes men's 4x800 relay team — Mikolaj Gancarz, Jacob Smith, Jerry Lewis and Steve Hines — finished second at the Penn Relays at Franklin Field in Philadelphia with a time of 7:30.26; they will next compete at the America East Championships in Lowell on May 9–10. University at Albany
- ➤ The University at Albany men's lacrosse team won 9-8 over NJIT on Saturday (Apr. 25) at Lubetkin Field at Mal Simon Stadium and finished a 6-0 America East season; the Great Danes will host the tournament next week with semifinals on Thursday at 4:00 p.m. University at Albany
- ➤ The University at Albany baseball team earned a walk-off 1-0 win over NJIT on Saturday afternoon at Varsity Field, with Levi McAllister driving in the winning run as the team prepares to finish the series today at 1:00 p.m. University at Albany
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Giovanne and the Hired Guns Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Empire Live — Ticket prices range from $44 to $216 — Catch the energetic sounds of Giovanne and the Hired Guns live in Albany.
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Locked In A Vacancy Live Performance
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Empire Underground — Tickets start at $44 — Experience an unforgettable live show at this top-rated venue in Albany.
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Albany Pro Musica: This Luminous Earth
3-6 p.m. — Troy Savings Bank Music Hall — Ticket info not specified — Experience a powerful choral symphony exploring humanity's relationship with Earth through hope and introspection.
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Kings Of Thrash Concert
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Empire Underground — No cover charge — Experience the electrifying sound of Kings Of Thrash during their 'Mega Years' tour.
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Anne Wilson Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience the inspiring voice and storytelling of Nashville's Anne Wilson.
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The Belle Curves at Albany Tulip Festival 2026
7-11 p.m. — Washington Park — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant performance by The Belle Curves at the annual Tulip Festival.
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Iron & Wine Concert
8-11 p.m. — Hart Theatre at The Egg — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting evening with celebrated singer-songwriter Sam Beam performing as Iron & Wine.
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4i's & Friends Vol II: 4i's SEXTET
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Van Dyck Music Club — Student tickets available — Experience an exciting jazz evening with the dynamic 4i's SEXTET performing standards and deep cuts.
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Mindful Strides Walk for Neurodiversity & Mental Health Awareness
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Crossgates Mall — Free entry — A Star Wars-themed walk promoting neurodiversity and mental health awareness through physical activity.
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Capital District Reptile Expo - Spring 2026
10 AM - 4 PM — Albany Capital Center — $12 adults, $6 children — Explore over 180 vendor tables of exotic pets and enjoy hands-on education with experts.
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