June 07, 2017
Transportation Options and Free Passes Provide Safe Choice for Residents
ALBANY, NY (June 7, 2017) The Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) is proud to once again serve as the preferred transportation partner for Albany’s Alive at Five concert series. CDTA and the City of Albany will kick-off the signature summer event series on Thursday June 8, with Lets Be Leonard, a rock ‘n roll jazz band from Upstate New York that’s reminiscent of Phish and Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, featuring Karl Denson, the Rolling Stones saxophonist.
CDTA and the City of Albany will provide a limited number of complimentary bus passes for each Alive at Five concert to Albany County residents. Riders can pick up passes at Albany City Hall, the Central Avenue BID, Downtown Albany BID and the Albany Convention Center and Visitors Bureau. The passes will be available from 11am-4pm on the Wednesday before each show, while supplies last. One pass per person; riders must present valid ID with an Albany County address and be able to identify the bands playing that week’s concert to be eligible for the free pass.
New this year, the Capital City Shuttle is another transportation option for people to explore downtown Albany. The free service will provide a safe and convenient link to three vibrant Albany neighborhoods – Lark Street, Downtown Albany and the Warehouse District. It will operate Thursday-Friday from 5pm-8pm until Labor Day.
Concerts will be held every Thursday until August 3 at Jennings Landings from 5-8 p.m. The rain location is Corning Preserve Boat Launch at Colonie and Water Streets. Concerts are free and open to the public.