# Event Details - **Event Name**: 518 Day: A Celebration of the Capital Region in Albany, NY - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 08:30 am (-04:00) - **Event Description**: On Saturday, May 16, we’re launching a new community tradition with a 518 Day celebration starting with a 5.18K Road Race in downtown Albany and continuing throughout the day with live music, food and beverages, and a 518-themed vendor village. The morning starts with a Kids’ 1K at 8:30 AM, followed by the 5.18K at 9:00 AM, co-produced by the Downtown Albany BID and Cap City Runners. The race awards ceremony and social hour featuring DJ Intell Hayesfield will be held immediately following the race in Quackenbush Square, winners will be announced at 9:45 AM. 5.18k Registration 👟 Runners who register in advance will receive a commemorative T-shirt and a ticket for one free beer courtesy of Common Roots Brewing Company. (Must be 21+ with a valid ID. T-shirts are first-come, first-served.) Kids 1k Registration 🎖️ Kids who are registered in advance will receive a commemorative T-shirt and a medal! (T-shirts are first-come, first-served.) 518 Day Events & Activities ✨ The 5.18K is just the beginning! Following the event, Downtown will bustle with live music, food and drink specials, and a vendor village featuring goods and items that represent what makes our Capital Region special. 🏃‍♂️‍➡️ 5.18K and Kids’ 1K throughout Downtown 🎸 Live music at Quackenbush Square 🛍️ Vendor village with hometown goods 🍽️ Melba Madness at 14 participating restaurants LIVE MUSIC 📍Clinton Market Collective | 10:00 AM-4:00 PM Metroland Now proudly presents the Local Artist Showcase at 518 Day featuring: Metroland Radio Show | 10:00 AM Caity Gallagher | 11:00 AM Ky McClinton Band | 12:00 PM Girl Blue | 1:00 PM Super 400 | 2:30 PM Beer and cider will be available for purchase at Clinton Market Collective, for guests 21+ with valid ID, courtesy of Common Roots Brewing Company. 518 VENDOR VILLAGE 📍Clinton Market Collective | 10:00 AM-3:00 PM Compas Life | Upstate of Mind Courtney V Photography Downtown Albany BID Hudson River Shop Kara's Shop of Pretty Things New Scotland Spirits Purple Line Studio Wright Cellars (selling handcrafted Melba sauce!) Albany County Department of Mental Health Learn more: https://www.downtownalbany.org/518-Day - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albany/518-day-a-celebration-of-the-capital-region-in-albany-ny/200029848181338 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, kids, live-music, sports, health-wellness, art, mental-health - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 293 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Albany - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: Downtown Albany, New York - **lat**: 42.65147 - **long**: -73.75359 - **full address**: Downtown Albany, New York, 21 Lodge St, Albany, NY 12207-2104, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 518 Day: A Celebration of the Capital Region in Albany, NY - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/f49133bb99dd42604e6de4361eb22aace00f907ba26b351107f451467540730c-rimg-w1200-h600-dca6c1ec-gmir?v=1777236998 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 518 Day: A Celebration of the Capital Region in Albany, NY being held? - **A:** 518 Day: A Celebration of the Capital Region in Albany, NY takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 08:30 am to Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 08:30 am at Downtown Albany, New York, 21 Lodge St, Albany, NY 12207-2104, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 518 Day: A Celebration of the Capital Region in Albany, NY? - **A:** 518 Day: A Celebration of the Capital Region in Albany, NY is organized by Downtown Albany, New York. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 518 Day: A Celebration of the Capital Region in Albany, NY is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Albany, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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