The Palace Performing Arts Center is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization that takes a leadership role in making arts & culture available in the Capital City and surrounding region.

PPAC operates the historic Palace Theatre, a 2,800-seat grand cultural and entertainment venue, the largest of its scale in Northeastern New York and neighboring New England. The Palace Theatre, built in 1931, maintains its original beauty and design and is an historical landmark in the City of Albany. Each season, PPAC ensures that the Palace Theatre plays host to some of the most prolific artists and beloved shows touring today. Capital Region audiences are treated to a broad array of entertainment, including the best in concerts, stand-up comedy, classical performances, films, community events and more. 

Palace Performing Arts Center Inc. is proud to be a leader in the local arts community. From a strategic partnership with the Grammy Award winning Albany Symphony, to shared services and programming in association with Park Playhouse, PPAC helps to advance the work of many local cultural institutions.  

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Upcoming Palace Theatre Events

More Info for BRETT YOUNG
27 Feb 2026
Palace Theatre - Albany

BRETT YOUNG

2.0 Tour

More Info for AN EVENING WITH LARRY THE CABLE GUY
1 Mar 2026
Palace Theatre - Albany

AN EVENING WITH LARRY THE CABLE GUY

Git-R-Done!

More Info for BLIPPI
8 Mar 2026
Palace Theatre - Albany

BLIPPI

Be Like Blippi Tour

More Info for SATCHVAI BAND
21 May 2026
Palace Theatre - Albany

SATCHVAI BAND

Surfing with the Hydra Tour

More Info for DEREK HOUGH
28 July 2026
Palace Theatre - Albany

DEREK HOUGH

Symphony of Dance: Encore