PearlPalooza returns to downtown Albany on Saturday, Sept. 12, bringing a free day of live music, food, art and local vendors to N. Pearl Street.
Now in its 17th year, the all-ages festival runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and features performances from King Tuff, Robber Robber, The Parlor, Bruiser and Bicycle and Albany Rock Pit. The day also marks the 10th anniversary of YogaPalooza, the Capital Region’s only street-wide mass yoga event.
This Year’s Lineup
Located at N. Pearl Street and Sheridan Avenue, the PearlPalooza stage will host five performances throughout the day. The lineup ranges from emerging Capital Region talent to established indie and alternative acts. Here’s the schedule:
- Albany Rock Pit | 12:30 p.m.
Opening the festival is Albany Rock Pit’s Showcase Band, featuring some of the Capital Region’s top student musicians between the ages of 11 and 18. The locally owned music school’s highest-performing students perform across a range of rock styles at venues and festivals throughout the region. - Bruiser and Bicycle | 1:30 p.m.
Next up is Albany indie rock four-piece Bruiser and Bicycle, whose sound pulls from freak-folk, experimental pop, jangle rock and art rock. Their eclectic approach brings a more unconventional edge to the afternoon lineup. - The Parlor | 2:30 p.m.
The Parlor, the project of Eric Krans and Jen O’Connor, blends neo-psychedelic rock, grunge and dream-pop textures. The duo will preview material from its upcoming album, Sun By Day | Moon By Night, a concept double album exploring psychological shadow work through sound collage and alternative dream-grunge. - Robber Robber | 3:45 p.m.
Burlington, Vermont’s Robber Robber brings a heavier, more experimental sound to the stage, combining indie rock, art rock and post-punk. Grinding guitars, krautrock-inspired rhythms, kinetic drums and ethereal vocals give the four-piece a sound that balances chaos with melody. - King Tuff | 5:30 p.m.
Music from King Tuff will wrap up the festival with his blend of garage rock, fuzz-pop, psych-folk and stoner rock. The Brattleboro, Vermont-based musician has been developing the King Tuff project since the early 2000s.
A Decade of YogaPalooza
Also featured on the PearlPalooza schedule is another downtown Albany tradition: YogaPalooza. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the annual event will kick off the day with a free, one-hour, all-levels class from 11 a.m. to noon on N. Pearl Street. Instructors from The Hot Yoga Spot will lead the session from the PearlPalooza main stage before the day’s live music begins. Those looking to join the class must register in advance.
Food, Beer and Parking
The live music and yoga will be joined by more than 30 vendors offering food, beverages, handmade goods and art. Festivalgoers can also explore local restaurants, shops and other downtown businesses.
Guests 21 and older with valid identification can purchase craft beverages from Common Roots Brewing, the festival’s official beer sponsor.
Event parking will be available at ParkAlbany’s Riverfront Garage for $8, a few blocks from the festival site.
Event Details
Admission is free, and the event is open to all ages.
Organizers prohibit outside alcoholic beverages, glass containers, dogs and other pets, except ADA-certified service animals. Recording performances is also prohibited, and security personnel may inspect bags brought onto the festival grounds.
More information about PearlPalooza and YogaPalooza, including registration details, is available through Downtown Albany and WEQX.
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