New York State Office of General Services (OGS) Commissioner Jeanette Moy today invited children and their families to enjoy the 2024 Kids Day Presented by MVP Health Care, a free, kid-centric outdoor event from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 13, in West Capitol Park. This year’s event will feature an interactive performance and meet-and-greet by Izzy and Sunny from “My Little Pony.”

“We are looking forward to hosting this year’s Kids Day at West Capitol Park, an annual OGS event that brings together children and their loved ones to have fun and enjoy the day’s activities and performances,” Commissioner Moy said. “We want to thank our longstanding partner for this event, MVP Health Care, and all of our generous sponsors who are making this fun-filled event possible.”

“We are so proud to once again partner with OGS to support Kids Day in Albany. This unique event provides families across the Capital Region with an opportunity to enjoy fun and creative activities that can support both physical and mental health for children,” said MVP Health Care’s Chief Marketing and Sales Officer, Deborah Brundage. “MVP will be at West Capitol Park throughout the day with games and giveaways that kids and families of all ages will be sure to enjoy. We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating this exciting day here in our vibrant community.”

This year’s Kids Day will include storytelling by “My Little Pony’s” Izzy and Sunny on the importance of friendship, magic, humor, self-expression, and adventure. During the meet-and-greet, kids will have a chance to take photos with Izzy and Sunny to capture the special day.

Also, the New York State Museum will be exhibiting different fossil animals and plants from the museum that children can learn about and compare to the fossils’ living relatives.

Kids Day will also feature:

• Balloon Twisting and Glitter Tattoos
• Ponies for Hire
• Face Painting
• Two by Two Zoo
• Bounce Around Bounce Houses
• Train Rides with Roaming Railroad
• It’s Climb Time Rock Wall
• Fun Putt Mini-Golf
• Nanny’s Double Dutch League
• Touch a Truck presented by CDTA
• Matica Circus Roaming Stilt Walker and Unicyclist (12–2 p.m.)

Main Stage Schedule

• 11:00 a.m. My Little Pony
• 12:00 p.m. Bowie the Clown Magic Show
• 1:00 p.m. My Little Pony
• 2:00 p.m. Kids Yoga with The Hot Yoga Spot
• 3:00 p.m. My Little Pony

Sponsors of Kids Day include MVP Health Care, CDTA, YMCA, DICK’S House of Sport, First New York Federal Credit Union, Renaissance Albany Hotel, Kiss 102.3, and 99.5 The River.

Upcoming 2024 Summer at the Plaza Events

Summer at the Plaza Festivals

• Black Arts and Cultural Festival, August 1-3, a three-day event featuring:

• Teen Night with Her Temple Monologues, Thursday, August 1. 5-8 p.m.
• Gospel Night Tribute to Dennis Edney, Friday, August 2, 5-8 p.m.
• Grand Rising Health and Wellness Fair, Saturday, August 3, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 3
• Black Arts and Cultural Festival, Saturday, August 3, 5-8 p.m., with a performance by Morris Day & The Time

• New York State Food Festival, Wednesday, August 14, featuring a performance by 38 Special
• Hispanic Heritage Celebration, Saturday, September 14, featuring a performance by Alex Bueno, 5-9 p.m. in the Empire State Plaza Convention Center
• Hops and Harvest Festival, Wednesday, September 18, 5-9 p.m., performers to be announced

Capital Concert Series Presented by Miller Lite

Presented by Miller Lite, the Capital Concert Series features four Wednesday evening performances from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the Empire State Plaza’s outdoor stage.

• July 10, reggae night with Maxi Priest (concert moved indoors to the Empire State Plaza Convention Center due to a forecast for inclement weather)
• July 17, Sheila E.
• July 24, MisterWives and lovelytheband
• July 31, hip hop night featuring Rob Base with Mr. Cheeks, CL Smooth, and 518 DJ Battle

Capitol Park After Dark Movie Series

The Capitol Park After Dark movie series features films suitable for the entire family. Shown on a large screen in West Capitol Park on three consecutive Wednesdays, movies start promptly at 8 p.m.

• “Dial M for Murder,” August 21
• “Matilda,” August 28
• “The Thin Man,” September 4

Lunchtime at the Plaza Concert Series Presented by M&T Bank

Held in conjunction with the Empire State Plaza outdoor farmers market and food vendor programs, the free outdoor concert series presented by M&T Bank provides live music from noon to 1:30 p.m. on 10 Wednesdays between June 5 and August 21.

• July 10 — The Old Time Dance Band (dixie and swing)
• July 17 — Hammer Head Horns (New Orleans jazz/ragtime)
• July 24 — Veena and Devesh (sitar and table duet)
• July 31 — Veteran’s Appreciation Day, featuring Gone Grey Band (classic rock)
• August 7 — Caity Gallagher (singer-songwriter)
• August 14 — Rock Voices (Choir performing the music of Queen)
• August 21 — Kuf Knotz & Christine Elise (rapper and harp duo) 

For event updates, visit empirestateplaza.ny.gov, @EmpireStatePlaza on Facebook, and @plazaevents on Instagram or call (518) 474-4759.