Schenectady Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Schenectady, NY, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 15, 2026
Events take place across Schenectady throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 135 Upcoming Events
- 0 Events This Weekend
- 6 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 135
- sports 21
- concerts 5
- broadway 97
- Live Shows 109
- family 6
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Schenectady events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Schenectady Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Schenectady
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 135
- Nov 17, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: A Christmas Story at Proctors Theatre • 2696 seats,
432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $154, Tickets Available: 764. Select Seats - Nov 18, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: A Christmas Story at Proctors Theatre • 2696 seats, 432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $68, Avg. price ~ $144, Tickets Available: 740. Select Seats
- Nov 19, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: A Christmas Story at Proctors Theatre • 2696 seats, 432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $163, Tickets Available: 466. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Best Value: Union College Garnet Chargers Hockey vs. Yale Bulldogs at M&T Bank Center, 101 Harborside Dr., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $17, Avg. price ~ $37, Tickets Available: 38. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 3:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Weekend Event: Union College Garnet Chargers Women's Hockey vs. Yale Bulldogs at M&T Bank Center, 101 Harborside Dr., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $22, Avg. price ~ $42, 20 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Weekend Event: Union College Garnet Chargers Hockey vs. Brown Bears at M&T Bank Center, 101 Harborside Dr., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $21, Avg. price ~ $51, Tickets Available: 34. Select Seats
- Nov 22, 2026, 3:00 PM Sun — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Weekend Event: Union College Garnet Chargers Women's Hockey vs. Brown Bears at M&T Bank Center, 101 Harborside Dr., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $22, Avg. price ~ $42, 28 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY: Union College Garnet Chargers Hockey vs. Ohio State Buckeyes at M&T Bank Center, 101 Harborside Dr., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $43, Avg. price ~ $73, Tickets Available: 32. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 5:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Weekend Event: Union College Garnet Chargers Hockey vs. Ohio State Buckeyes at M&T Bank Center, 101 Harborside Dr., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $25, Avg. price ~ $64, Tickets Available: 71. Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: The Notebook - The Musical at Proctors Theatre • 2696 seats, 432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $49, Avg. price ~ $147, Tickets Available: 788. Select Seats
- Dec 02, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: The Notebook - The Musical at Proctors Theatre • 2696 seats, 432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $49, Avg. price ~ $157, Tickets Available: 499. Select Seats
- Dec 03, 2026, 1:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY: The Notebook - The Musical at Proctors Theatre • 2696 seats, 432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $49, Avg. price ~ $130, Tickets Available: 284. Select Seats
- Dec 03, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY: The Notebook - The Musical at Proctors Theatre • 2696 seats, 432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $49, Avg. price ~ $125, Tickets Available: 427. Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Best Value: Union College Garnet Chargers Hockey vs. Dartmouth Big Green at M&T Bank Center, 101 Harborside Dr., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $17, Avg. price ~ $43, Tickets Available: 74. Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: The Notebook - The Musical at Proctors Theatre • 2696 seats, 432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $81, Avg. price ~ $252, Tickets Available: 74. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: The Notebook - The Musical at Proctors Theatre • 2696 seats, 432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $62, Avg. price ~ $153, Tickets Available: 367. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 5:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Weekend Event: Union College Garnet Chargers Hockey vs. Harvard Crimson at M&T Bank Center, 101 Harborside Dr., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $25, Avg. price ~ $63, Tickets Available: 62. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: The Notebook - The Musical at Proctors Theatre • 2696 seats, 432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $56, Avg. price ~ $138, Tickets Available: 761. Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: The Notebook - The Musical - ASL Performance at Proctors Theatre • 2696 seats, 432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $62, Avg. price ~ $143, Tickets Available: 629. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Northeast Ballet Company: The Nutcracker at Proctors Theatre • 2696 seats, 432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305, US. From $28, Avg. price ~ $95, Tickets Available: 713. Select Seats
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Schenectady Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Schenectady events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
A Christmas Story
432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305
Upcoming Events: 198
Nov 17, 2026 7:30 PM
Union College Garnet Chargers Hockey
101 Harborside Dr., Schenectady, NY 12305
Upcoming Events: 24
Nov 20, 2026 7:00 PM
Union College Garnet Chargers Women's Hockey
101 Harborside Dr., Schenectady, NY 12305
Upcoming Events: 9
Nov 21, 2026 3:00 PM
The Notebook - The Musical
432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305
Upcoming Events: 161
Dec 01, 2026 7:30 PM
The Nutcracker
432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305
Upcoming Events: 2185
Dec 12, 2026 7:00 PM
Home Free
432 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12305
Upcoming Events: 21
Dec 12, 2026 7:30 PM
Hell's Kitchen - The Musical
432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305
Upcoming Events: 267
Dec 29, 2026 7:30 PM
Bluey's Big Play
432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305
Upcoming Events: 150
Jan 06, 2027 6:30 PM
Stand By Me: The Film and Its Stars 40 Years Later
432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305
Upcoming Events: 4
Jan 09, 2027 7:30 PM
Treasure Island Reimagined: Jane Hawkins and the Pirate's Gold
432 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12305
Upcoming Events: 7
Jan 14, 2027 7:30 PM
A Chorus Line
427 Franklin Street, Schenectady, NY 12305
Upcoming Events: 82
Jan 15, 2027 8:00 PM
A Night at the Movies
432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305
Upcoming Events: 2
Jan 23, 2027 3:00 PM
Cirque Kalabante - Afrique en Cirque
432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305
Upcoming Events: 2
Jan 24, 2027 7:30 PM
The Color Purple
432 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12305
Upcoming Events: 16
Jan 28, 2027 7:30 PM
Gili Yalo
432 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12305
Upcoming Events: 1
Feb 04, 2027 7:30 PM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Schenectady. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Schenectady right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Schenectady rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Schenectady?
Yeah — Schenectady doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Schenectady?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Schenectady, NY. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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