The College Experience

Matt's Weight Room Event
2025-10-18 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
When: Saturday October 18, 2025 11am-1:15pm
Where: Russell Sage Fitness Center at the Armory on the Albany Campus
Cost: Free to attend
Travel: 114 100
Details: Join Matt to work out and hang out with Friends!

Mac‑n‑Cheese Bowl 2025
2025-10-18 11:00 - 15:00
Mac‑n‑Cheese Bowl 2025

Where: Downtown Cohoes, Remsen Street, Cohoes, NY (near Albany)

When: Saturday, Oct 18, 2025, 11:00 am–3:00 pm

Cost: $10

Travel: Discuss in class

Details: Food festival (mac & cheese tasting stations) with local restaurants; fun daytime foodie event for students.

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Robert's Despicable Me 4 Birthday Event
2025-10-18 13:00 - 15:00
When: October 18 1-3pm
Where: 790 Madison Avenue
Cost: Free to attend. Bring something to share (Food or Drink)
Details: Enjoy a fun afternoon watching the latest Despicable Me 4 and celebrating Robert’s 24th Birthday!

(Women's Soccer) Keuka vs. Russell Sage College
2025-10-18 16:00 - 19:00
(Women’s Soccer) Keuka vs. Russell Sage College
When: Saturday, October 18, 2025, 4 – 7pm
Where: ACP Athletic Complex – Albany, N.Y.
Cost: Free
Details: Cheer on Russell Sage Women’s Soccer Team!
https://www.sage.edu/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D187164934

NYS Diwali Festival of Lights
2025-10-18 16:00 - 21:00
NYS Diwali Festival of Lights

Where: Empire State Plaza Convention Center + Plaza, Albany, NY 12242

When: Sat, Oct 18 2025, 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

Cost: Free admission.

Details: A free, large-scale cultural festival celebrating Diwali—includes vendor stalls, performances, henna, rangoli, fireworks.https://empirestateplaza.ny.gov/diwali-festival-lights

Jordana's Dave and Buster Event
2025-10-19 12:45 - 14:30
When: Sunday October 19 at 12:45
Where: Dave and Busters at Crossgates Mall
Cost: Varies $20-$40
Travel: Take the 910 at 12:15 to travel with Jordana. Freshmen will need to coordinate a ride
Details: Join Jordana for a fun afternoon of games and food!

Bard and Baker Sunday Trivia
2025-10-19 18:00 - 21:00
When: Sundays 6pm-8pm
Where: Bard and Baker 501 Broadway Suite 105, Troy Ny
Cost: Free to attend
Travel: Discuss in class
Details:
Join us at Bard & Baker every Sunday night 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM for trivia night! Each week will be general pub style trivia with a wide range of subjects — while the last Sunday of the month will be themed trivia (the theme changes each month and is generally nerdy, so stay tuned to socials to find out what Andrew of Cromulent Comics is running!).
Trivia typically books up each week so reservations are highly recommended. Reservations can be made by giving our team a call at 518-948-6693 to reserve a table for your team. Hope to see you there!

Morning Yoga at Kahl!
2025-10-20 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-10-27 08:00 - 09:00
When: Morning Yoga 8 am -9 am Monday Mornings 10/20; 10/27; 11/3; 11/10; 11/17
Where: Kahl Campus Center Rm 224
Cost: Free
Details: Morning Yoga before classes. Please register to attend.

Lunch Time Gaming Gators at Kahl
2025-10-20 12:15 - 12:45, 2025-10-23 12:15 - 12:45, 2025-10-27 12:15 - 12:45, 2025-10-30 12:15 - 12:45
When: Mondays and Thursdays, 12:15-12:45 pm
Where: Freddie’s Lounge
Cost: free!
Details: Come hang out, meet new friends, and enjoy video games with other RS Gators!

Trick or Trivia at Kahl
2025-10-21 19:00 - 21:00

Open Play Night at Bard and Baker
2025-10-22 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-23 18:00 - 21:00
Open Play Night at Bard and Baker
When: Wednesday Nights 6pm-9pm
Where: Bard and Baker Game Cafe 501 Broadway, Troy, NY 12180
Cost: $5
Travel: Discuss in class
Details:
Love board games but need people to play with?
New to the area and looking to make new friends?
Just want to hang out with like minded individuals and have some fun?
Then this night is for you!
Looking for Group Night is our open play night at Bard & Baker that’s great for solo folks looking to play games with strangers and maybe make some new friends along the way!
$5 game cover charge gives you access to the night along with plenty of food and beverages available for purchase from Bard & Baker. All ages and all skill levels are welcome and soooooooo many different board games hit the tables each week during Looking for Group Night.
No need to RSVP, you can just show up! Every Wednesday night throughout the year 6pm-10pm. Bring a friend or partner or come solo and make some new friends.
Hope to see you there!
https://www.bardandbaker.com/events-calendar?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Troy Farmers Market
2025-10-25 09:00 - 14:00
WHEN: Every Saturday, 9am – 2pm
WHERE: Nov- April Inside the Troy Atrium. May- Oct, the market is all along River St and around Monument Square, flowing onto 1st, 2nd, and Broadway. You can use Monument Square, Troy, NY 12180 as your destination on Google Maps.
COST: Free to attend, but bring $10 – $20 to purchase anything
BUS: take bus #10 downtown to catch bus #22, #922, or #923
Bus Stop to get off at: 4th and Fulton St. in Troy
Held every Saturday, year-round, the Troy Waterfront Farmers Market is one of the most popular attractions in New York’s Capital Region. THIS IS THE LAST WEEK OF THE OUTDOOR MARKET! THEN THE MARKET WILL BE MOVING INSIDE!
Many stay to socialize and explore the charming shops and vibrant eateries in one of the most perfectly preserved 19th-century downtowns in the United States.
Today, the Troy Waterfront Farmers Market routinely receives “Best of” accolades by regional media and in reader polls. In 2019, the market earned the American Farmland Trust’s People’s Choice award for Number 1 farmers market in the nation.
We now have more than 100 local, producer-only vendors. Check out our Vendors page to find out more or Contact Us if you’re looking for a specific item!

Hanks Halloween Candy Scavenger Hunt Event
2025-10-25 12:00 - 13:30
When:Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 12pm
Where: 2A South Main Ave
Cost: Free to attend
Details: Hanks says “I wanted to host this spooktacular event on the Saturday before Halloween, so I could challenge my guests to trick or treat themselves for a super spooky challenge, where whoever collects the most candy first wins a scarily special prize. We will be provided with some scary good treats for everyone to share, eat and enjoy. But please feel free to bring some from home too.”

(Men's Soccer) Houghton vs. Russell Sage College
2025-10-25 13:00 - 16:00
(Men’s Soccer) Houghton vs. Russell Sage College
When: Saturday, October 25, 2025, 1 – 4pm
Where: ACP Athletic Complex – Albany, N.Y.
Cost: Free
Travel: 114 and 100
Details: Cheer on Russell Sage and enjoy the soccer team!
https://www.sage.edu/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D187164943

2025 Albany’s Trick or Trot Pumpkin Run 5K
2025-10-25 15:00 - 18:00
2025 Albany’s Trick or Trot Pumpkin Run 5K

Where: Washington Park (1 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12207)

When: Saturday, Oct 25 2025; race start ~3:45pm (fun run ~4:30pm)

Cost:Free to attend and watch! No need to run!

Details: Walk over to Washington Park to encourage runners and enjoy the entainment! I hear a few alumni will be participating!

Halloween-themed 5K run/walk with costume encouragement, pre-party entertainment, vendors, DJ, prizes.

Good for a fun group outing. https://www.albany.org/event/2025-albanys-trick-or-trot-pumpkin-run-5k/53508/?utm_source=chat

Sammie, Gillian and Grace's Halloween Party!
2025-10-26 11:00 - 12:00
When: Sunday, October 26, 11-12 pm
Where: 6 South Main
Cost: Free to attend
Details: Join Sammie, Gillian, and Grace to celebrate Halloween! They will have treats! Bring a treat or drink to share.

Halloween Movie and Crafts at Freddie's
2025-10-26 16:00 - 18:00
When: Sunday, October 26, 4 pm-6 pm
Where: Freddie’s Lounge at the Albany Campus
Cost: Free
Details: https://www.sage.edu/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D191982329

Bard and Baker Sunday Trivia
2025-10-26 18:00 - 21:00
When: Sundays 6 pm-8 pm
Where: Bard and Baker 501 Broadway Suite 105, Troy Ny
Cost: Free to attend
Travel: Discuss in class
Details:
Join us at Bard & Baker every Sunday night 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM for trivia night! Each week will be general pub style trivia with a wide range of subjects — while the last Sunday of the month will be themed trivia (the theme changes each month and is generally nerdy, so stay tuned to socials to find out what Andrew of Cromulent Comics is running!).
Trivia typically books up each week so reservations are highly recommended. Reservations can be made by giving our team a call at 518-948-6693 to reserve a table for your team. Hope to see you there!

DIY Lollipop Ghosts
2025-10-27 14:00 - 16:00

Old School Halloween Party at Kahl
2025-10-30 19:00 - 21:00
https://www.sage.edu/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D191279507

MALL-O-WEEN at Crossgates Mall
2025-10-31 15:00 - 18:00
When: Friday October 31 3pm-6pm
Where: Crossgates Mall
Cost: Free to attend
Travel 910 114
Details: https://www.shopcrossgates.com/event/malloween-2025/

Boo Bash at Crossgates! (Dave and Busters)
2025-10-31 16:00 - 19:00
When: Friday October 31 4pm – 7pm
Where: Crossgates Mall- Dave and Busters
Cost: $14.99
Travel 910 114
Details: https://www.shopcrossgates.com/event/boo-bash/

Nintendo Switch 2 Game Night
2025-10-31 18:00 - 20:00
Nintendo Switch 2 Game Night at the Troy Campus

When: Friday, October 31, 2025, 6 – 8pm
Where: Mckinstry Student Center at Russell Sage Troy Campus
Cost: Free
Travel: Discuss in class
Details: Come join the Recreation and Fitness team this Halloween from 6pm-8pm in the Troy McKinstry Student Center! Games include Mario Kart World, Switch Sports, and Super Smash Bros!

Ghostly Gathering at Apex Crossgates Mall
2025-10-31 19:00 - 21:00
When: Friday October 31 7pm -9pm
Where: Crossgates Mall- Dave and Busters
Cost: Free to participate
Travel 910 114
Details:https://www.shopcrossgates.com/event/ghostly-gathering-3/

Troy Farmers Market
2025-11-01 09:00 - 14:00
WHEN: Every Saturday, 9am – 2pm
WHERE: Nov- April Inside the Troy Atrium. May- Oct, the market is all along River St and around Monument Square, flowing onto 1st, 2nd, and Broadway. You can use Monument Square, Troy, NY 12180 as your destination on Google Maps.
COST: Free to attend, but bring $10 – $20 to purchase anything
BUS: take bus #10 downtown to catch bus #22, #922, or #923
Bus Stop to get off at: 4th and Fulton St. in Troy
First week of the Market Indoors at the Troy Atrium!
Many stay to socialize and explore the charming shops and vibrant eateries in one of the most perfectly preserved 19th-century downtowns in the United States.
Today, the Troy Waterfront Farmers Market routinely receives “Best of” accolades by regional media and in reader polls. In 2019, the market earned the American Farmland Trust’s People’s Choice award for Number 1 farmers market in the nation.
We now have more than 100 local, producer-only vendors. Check out our Vendors page to find out more or Contact Us if you’re looking for a specific item!
