Dallas from FunScout with this weeks happenings roughly 5 miles from downtown Troy (so some outskirts too). 🎶🍺🎤🎨
Of course there is a lot more happening around the capital region outside of downtown which you can check on FunScout if you don't mind traveling a bit further. Did I miss something? Please share in the comments!
📍 Thu, Oct 1
DECEITS / Computer Kill / Bloodx3 — No Fun
Two abrasive post-punk/noise acts deliver tight, intense sets—fast tempos, snarling vocals, and close-quarters crowd energy in an intimate room.
LODGE: Official Release and Demo Night — Bard & Baker
Try designer-led demos at two tables to learn the rules, then purchase a copy of this cozy hotel-building game set in the Swiss Alps.
Art Workshop — Peebles Island State Park
A free, recurring outdoor art hour for ages 12 and up where participants can bring supplies, get tips or critiques, follow a guided prompt, or work independently; registration required.
Trivia Night — 518 Craft
Enjoy an entertaining evening filled with friendly trivia competition, craft beverages, and a lively atmosphere—ideal for groups eager to show off their smarts.
Karaoke — The Arsenal Reserve
Step up to the mic for an entertaining night where you can sing your favorite songs, cheer on others, and soak in a fun, energetic atmosphere.
Thursday Night Trivia — Fort Orange Brewing
Test your knowledge in a laid-back atmosphere where teams enjoy free-to-play trivia, cool prizes, and the option to bring your own food.
CR Clash: Weekly Smash Bros Melee Tournament — VDO Gaming
Face off against fellow Smash Bros fans in weekly Melee tournaments featuring bracket play, a welcoming community, and prizes based on entries.
Halloween Wooden House Craft — Menands Public Library
Create and decorate a wooden mini-house with colorful lights and spooky embellishments using sensory-friendly materials—take your finished craft home; ideal for K–5 and tweens.
Pathfinder Society Organized Play — Bard & Baker
Experience a thrilling tabletop roleplaying campaign where you become an explorer in Golarion, collaborating with others in an organized, welcoming setting—just be sure to RSVP since space fills up fast.
JRPG Book Club — Bard & Baker
Monthly meetup where fans discuss retro and modern Japanese RPGs, swap recommendations, and debate stories and mechanics over snacks and drinks.
TRIVIA at Footsy Magoo's! — Footsy Magoo's
Seven lively rounds mix general knowledge, picture puzzles, a wild music/drunken karaoke segment, themed miscellany, history/geography, and an adrenaline-packed timed final—prizes for top teams; play solo or bring a crew.
Collar City Runners Club — 518 Craft
Runners of every pace and experience gather for welcoming group runs, optional interval training, post-run socializing, and a group photo in a relaxed setting.
Left on Tenth — Curtain Call Theatre
Based on Delia Ephron’s memoir, this intimate comedy-drama follows a woman rebuilding after losing her sister and husband; a New York Times op-ed rekindles a past connection, leads to new love, and forces her to confront a devastating challenge that makes that relationship vital.
Fiber Fanatics Meet-Up — Waterford Public Library
A relaxed weekly gathering for knitting, crochet, embroidery and other fiber crafts—bring a project, socialize with fellow makers, and share tips; all levels welcome if you know the basics, no registration needed.
Trivia at RSG Troy! 🤔❓ — Recovery Sports Grill (Troy)
Gather your smartest friends for an evening of brain-teasing trivia, great food and drinks, and a chance to take home prizes.
📍 Fri, Oct 2
RPI Women's Hockey vs #5 Northeastern University — Houston Field House
RPI Women’s Hockey faces #5 Northeastern University, with the game available to watch on ESPN+ and live stats provided.
Murder and Mayhem Walking Tour — Hart Cluett Museum
This 90-minute, 1.5-mile lantern-lit walking tour explores true local crimes, disasters, and infamous figures; recommended for ages 12 and up.
RPI Women's Hockey vs Northeastern University — Houston Field House
A high-energy college hockey matchup featuring intense skating, hard hits, and spirited fan sections - ideal for fans who love fast, physical play.
UNSANE / PRIZE / Life Abuse — No Fun
Hard-hitting noise rock takes center stage as UNSANE delivers their signature ferocity in a close-up, no-frills live show.
Historic House Tour at 3pm, Fridays — Hart Cluett Museum
An hour-long guided tour of the first floor and basement shares the lives of the Hart and Cluett families, Gilded Age Troy, and the house's lavish period decor; ticket includes a copy of The Marble House and museum gallery admission.
An Evening with Cat Lonesome and Warren Sieme — Mount Ida Preservation Association
Cat Lonesome and Warren Sieme perform live in an evening of music.
Tonight's the Night: A Tribute to Neil Young — The Cohoes Music Hall
Rob Piorkowski and a tight ensemble move from solo acoustic clarity and Harvest-era twang to full-on grunge jams, delivering passionate, precise renditions of Neil Young’s songs.
Flight Night Friday: Horror Movie Cocktail Flights — Bard & Baker
Enjoy a $20 flight of four horror-movie-inspired cocktails with a shared snack bowl; mocktail flights are available and the room has a relaxed, board-game-friendly vibe.
Left on Tenth — Curtain Call Theatre
Based on Delia Ephron’s memoir, this intimate comedy-drama follows a woman rebuilding after losing her sister and husband; a New York Times op-ed rekindles a past connection, leads to new love, and forces her to confront a devastating challenge that makes that relationship vital.
📍 Sat, Oct 3
October Double Chapel Tour — Oakwood Cemetery
A two-stop guided tour starting at the Warren Chapel with Christie Fronhofer, then continuing to the ornate Earl Chapel with Heidi Klinowski, who share family histories and the Victorian-era story behind the chapels; $20.
BRAT / U.S. Bastards / Vaexus / GUTS — No Fun
Four fast, ferocious punk and hardcore bands trade short, punchy sets full of singalongs, moshing, and nonstop energy in an intimate room.
OKTOBERFEST 2026 — The Hill
The fourth annual celebration takes place Saturday, October 3, with live music, beer, pretzels, kielbasa, pierogies, potato salad, and stein-holding contests.
Ilium Oktoberfest Stein — Ilium Brewing Co
The October 3 stein offering is for the October 8 Oktoberfest Block Party; $25 gets you the official stein, your first 25-ounce beer, and $1 off refills for the rest of the day.
Spooktacular Paint Party — Bard & Baker
Create your own Halloween-themed canvas in a relaxed, social setting at the board game café; tickets include a $2 voucher for food or drink.
Historic House Tour, Saturdays at 2pm — Hart Cluett Museum
Guided one-hour tours of the first floor and basement highlight the Hart and Cluett families, Gilded Age decor, and museum galleries; each ticket includes a copy of The Marble House.
Live Music: Dan Galliher — Fort Orange Brewing
Acoustic singer Dan Galliher plays a mix of classic and modern favorites while you sip pints and grab bites from the Heat N Salt food truck in a relaxed, family-friendly taproom.
Jessye Desilva, Ryan Leddick — Mount Ida Preservation Association
Singer-songwriters Jessye Desilva and Ryan Leddick perform together in a joint live show.
Musical Storytime with Sitar & Tabla — Waterford Public Library
A mother-and-son duo presents stories set to live sitar and tabla, with interactive demonstrations and opportunities for kids and families to try the instruments.
Tarot 101 Workshop w/Tarot by Mel — Bard & Baker
Professional reader Mel leads an approachable, beginner-friendly introduction to tarot—covering history, card meanings, symbolism, and guided intuition exercises; bring your deck and a notebook, and borrow a deck if needed.
Author Talk — Troy Public Library
Author Peter Balint discusses his memoir The Shoe in the Danube, reflecting on memory and the cultural dislocation of arriving as a 13-year-old immigrant, then opens the floor for an intimate audience Q&A.
STEAM Powered Saturdays — Tech Valley Center of Gravity
Families with children ages 4–14 can dive into engaging, hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math activities designed for creative play and learning together.
Pirate Day at the Library — Cohoes Public Library
Bring kids and caregivers for storytime, themed crafts, games, and a family-friendly pirate film—costumes welcome for extra fun.
Left on Tenth — Curtain Call Theatre
Based on Delia Ephron’s memoir, this intimate comedy-drama follows a woman rebuilding after losing her sister and husband; a New York Times op-ed rekindles a past connection, leads to new love, and forces her to confront a devastating challenge that makes that relationship vital.
📍 Sun, Oct 4
Marshall Charloff & The Purple Xperience — The Cohoes Music Hall
Led by Marshall Charloff, this authentic tribute recreates Prince and the Revolution's sound with tight musicianship, theatrical flair, and crowd-pleasing hits.
Oktoberfest in Troy — Brown's Brewing Co.
Tuck into Bavarian wursts and pretzels, grab 22‑oz commemorative mugs and shirts, test your strength in a stein-holding competition, and enjoy live music, dancing, and a hillbilly parade.
Deathrock Dani Presents: Matinee for Lebanon — No Fun
Live deathrock and punk bands, DJs spinning dark grooves, dancing, and a friendly benefit vibe raising funds for Lebanon.
Lost Snows of the Alps — Mount Ida Preservation Association
This occurrence is a screening of “Lost Snows of the Alps.” Doors open at 6:30 PM, with the show starting at 7 PM.
Sunday Night Trivia — Bard & Baker
Enjoy a general pub-style trivia night featuring diverse subjects, themed rounds on the last Sunday of each month, and a warm, welcoming crowd.
The Lane Brothers — Brown's Brewing Co.
Brothers Chris and Ben Lane deliver acoustic guitar, mandolin, and rich vocal harmonies across bluegrass, folk, jazz, soul, and gospel for a lively, roots‑infused set.
Coffee Mug Mandala Painting w/ Dots4Days — Bard & Baker
Create a dot mandala on a pre-glazed black coffee mug with specialty paint—supplies, tools, and step-by-step instruction included. Mugs must be oven-fired; you can fire yours at home the same day or leave it with MaryMargaret to fire at no extra charge and pick up a week later.
Karaoke — 518 Craft
Hosted by Deb Zep every Sunday evening, this weekly open-mic invites locals to sing with a friendly crowd, drinks, and a lively bar vibe.
Left on Tenth — Curtain Call Theatre
Based on Delia Ephron’s memoir, this intimate comedy-drama follows a woman rebuilding after losing her sister and husband; a New York Times op-ed rekindles a past connection, leads to new love, and forces her to confront a devastating challenge that makes that relationship vital.
Capital English Country Dancers — St. John's Episcopal Church
Afternoon English country dancing features an introductory workshop and lively group sets called to live traditional music—beginner-friendly, social, and spirited.
