Thursdays, June 4 - August 13, 2009
Albany Riverfront Park at the Corning Preserve
5pm - 8pm

Alive at Five has kept downtown Albany's spirits high after work on Thursdays throughout the summer for 20 years. The stage comes alive with music from national, regional and local artists; each night plays host to a different genre of music. The weekend kicks-off with an early start, as many of Albany's professionals, community members and friends enjoy the diverse musical talent presented during the series.

The music is not the only form of entertainment at Alive at Five as great crowd participation, dancing and people watching all make for a unique blend of concert atmosphere and hometown block party fun. Attendees of Alive at Five can also sample an array of summer favorites such as ice-cold beer, fresh squeezed lemonade, cotton candy and delicious BBQ from some of the area's favorite local vendors. Join us in the fun and music of this wonderful series that is a signature event and a summer staple in the Capital City of Albany, New York. Free.

SCHEDULE

June 4 ~ OPENING NIGHT

Blues Traveler

Opening Band: Jim Weider’s Project Percolator

Sponsored by: Bud Light & Michelob Amber Bock
Media sponsor: 99.5 The River

June 11 ~ OLDIES NIGHT

The Platters & The Cornell Gunter Coasters

Opening Band: Wylder

Sponsored by: New York Lottery
Media sponsor: Magic 100.9

June 18 ~ SOUTHERN ROCK NIGHT

The Marshall Tucker Band

Opening Band: Jefferson Thomas

Media sponsor: PYX 106

June 25 ~ GIRLS NIGHT OUT

Grace Potter & The Nocturnals

Opening Songwriter: Deni Bonet

Media sponsor: Buzz 105.7

July 2 ~ DISCO NIGHT

The Village People

Opening Band: Refrigerators

Sponsored by: Key Bank
Media sponsor: 98.3 WTRY

July 9 ~ IRISH NIGHT

Black 47

Opening Band: Kevin McKrell & The Hard Road Ceili Band

Sponsored by: Crowne Plaza Hotel
Media sponsor: Fly 92.3

July 16 ~ LATIN NIGHT

Alex Torres& His Latin Orchestra

Opening Band: Sensemaya

Sponsored by: Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi
Media sponsor: Jamz 96.3

July 23 ~ TRIBUTE NIGHT

Hotel California “A Salute to the Eagles”

Opening Band: Aloud

Sponsored by: Allied Waste Services
Media sponsor: PYX 106

July 30 ~ HORN POWER NIGHT

Tower of Power

Opening Band: Out of Control Rhythm & Blues Band

Sponsored by local restaurants: Bayou Café, Blue 82, Jillians, McGeary’s, Riverfront Bar & Grill, Victory Café
Media sponsor: B95.5

August 6 ~ SOUL NIGHT

Neville Brothers

Opening Band: Mingo Fishtrap

Sponsored by: Walmart
Media sponsor: Magic 100.9

August 13 ~ REGGAE NIGHT

The Original Wailers

Opening Band: Bearin’ Peace

Media sponsor: Exit 97.7 FM

Premier Sponsors of the 2009 Season: Key Bank, Bud Light & Amber Bock

2009 Season Television Media Sponsorship by:  WXXA Fox 23 News

2009 Season Print Media Sponsorship by: Metroland, Times Union

Additional Media support from: Get Mobile Advertising, Spiral Design Studio

Additional Sponsors: Clough Harbour & Associates; Fuller &O’Brien Insurance, a division of Arthur J Gallagher New York

Volunteers
...are the backbone of Alive at Five. Plus, it is a great way to become part of the fun. Volunteers are needed as beverage servers, backstage security and to sell tickets. For more information:call 518-434-5411 or email [email protected] .

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Special Ground Rules in Effect:

NO alcoholic beverages, coolers, backpacks, bags, containers, packages, thermoses, cups, bottles, cans, flasks, glass containers of any kind; animals or pets*;Security personnel reserve the right to inspect any bag, container or package and confiscate any prohibited or illegal items.Any type of recording of the performance or presentation is prohibited without prior written consent.All attendees should be prepared to present age identification at any time if they intend to consume alcohol. (*Excludes ADA-defined service animals. Ground rules are subject to change without notice; Exceptions made for medical or child care reasons may be addressed individually)

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