Art on Lark Festival Returns to Albany in June

The popular street festival is revived after a multi-year hiatus, bringing live music, local art, and food to Lark Street.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 8:01pm

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A bold, colorful silkscreen print featuring a repeating pattern of a painting palette with brushes, capturing the artistic energy and creative expression of the Art on Lark festival.The vibrant Art on Lark festival will bring a celebration of local creativity and community spirit to Albany's Lark Street neighborhood.Albany Today

After a several-year break, the Art on Lark festival is returning to Albany's Lark Street on June 6th. The daylong street festival, organized by the Lark Street BID in partnership with Metroland, will feature live music, local art vendors, and a variety of food offerings from 11am to 5pm.

Why it matters

The Art on Lark festival is a beloved community event that celebrates the vibrant culture and small businesses along Lark Street, one of Albany's most popular commercial corridors. The return of the festival after a hiatus signals a revitalization of the neighborhood and will draw crowds to support local artists, musicians, and eateries.

The details

The Art on Lark festival will take over Lark Street for a full day of activities, including live musical performances, an art market featuring local creators, and a diverse array of food vendors. The festival is organized by the Lark Street BID, a local business improvement district, in partnership with Metroland, a regional media company.

  • The Art on Lark festival will be held on June 6, 2026.
  • The festival will run from 11am to 5pm on that day.

The players

Lark Street BID

A local business improvement district that is organizing the Art on Lark festival.

Metroland

A regional media company that is partnering with the Lark Street BID to revive the Art on Lark festival.

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The takeaway

The return of the Art on Lark festival is a significant event for the Albany community, as it brings back a beloved tradition that celebrates the local culture, arts, and small businesses that make Lark Street a vibrant destination.