About this Event
Join us for the 1st Annual Albanian Festival, a vibrant, family-friendly celebration honoring the rich heritage, traditions, and resilience of the Albanian people in the Capital Region and beyond.
This inaugural festival brings together the Albanian community to share traditional food, music, dance, art, storytelling, and local Albanian-owned businesses, while welcoming the broader community to experience the beauty and depth of Albanian culture.
Albany and the surrounding areas are home to a strong and growing Albanian presence. This festival is the first of its kind in the region—created to celebrate our roots, uplift our people, and build meaningful connections across generations.
More than a cultural event, the Albanian Festival also centers on mental health awareness and community well-being. As a grassroots nonprofit dedicated to supporting mental health, Noteworthy Resources is committed to creating safe, inclusive spaces where conversations about mental health are normalized, resources are accessible, and community support is strengthened—especially within immigrant and refugee communities.
Whether you are Albanian, part of the Balkan diaspora, or simply curious to learn more, this festival is an invitation to celebrate culture, honor resilience, and come together in community. We look forward to welcoming you to a day filled with pride, connection, and celebration.
🎶 Featuring: Albanian food, music, dance, artisans, vendors, and community organizations
Albanians of all ages are encouraged to apply as a vendor and will receive priority placement. Limited non-Albanian vendor spots may be available.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Cook Park, Shambrook Parkway, Colonie, United States
USD 0.00
