Art Night Schenectady
Every Third Friday | 4:30 PM | Downtown Schenectady
ART NIGHT is a vibrant, city-wide celebration of local and regional creativity, transforming more than a dozen venues into a walkable showcase of visual art, live music, performance, film, and more. From the charm of Jay Street Marketplace to the creative energy inside Armory Studios NY, this is your chance to experience the heart of Schenectady’s arts scene in one unforgettable evening.
Over 100 artists and performers share their work throughout downtown, opening their studios, galleries, and creative spaces to art lovers, families, friends, and curious wanderers alike.
The ART WALK Experience
Want the inside scoop? Start your evening with the ART WALK.
Beginning at 5pm at the Museum of Prints and Printmaking (150 Barrett Street), a knowledgeable host will guide you through some of Schenectady’s most exciting art venues. Along the way you’ll:
• Hear artists talk about their creative process
• Watch painters and performers in action
• Experience original live music
• Discover hidden creative gems throughout downtown
The walk culminates at Armory Studios NY, where the night often continues with lively After Hours events.
MAY LOCATIONS
TRASH PARADE
The annual Trash Parade returns Friday, May 15, bringing music, art, costumes and community to Downtown Schenectady. This year’s theme is “Pollinators” and everyone is invited to join the fun by creating costumes, flags, banners and wearable art made from recycled or waste materials. No masterpiece required—there will even be extra creations available for people to carry in the parade!
The evening kicks off at 5pm in Jay Square (across from City Hall) with live music from Gballoi featuring Zorkie Nelson. The parade procession begins at 6:30pm, traveling down Jay Street before looping back to the park for more music from Troy Somba and a showcase of the community’s creations.
REMEMBER: Artwork will be available for purchase throughout the evening. Buying local art not only supports individual artists—it also helps sustain participating venues and the continued growth of ART NIGHT.
