House Party at Empire Live | May 9, 2026
Saturday night is the right night for this one. House Party lands at Empire Live on May 9 for a late-night DJ dance experience that does exactly what the name says — doors at 9 PM, floor ready, no warm-up required.
The Night
House Party is not a band. It is a promoter-driven DJ event built around a simple, effective concept: play the songs that get people moving and keep going. The set mixes chart-topping hits with classic throwbacks across hip-hop, pop, and dance/electronic — the kind of night where you recognize everything and dance to most of it.
The show is part of a tight three-date spring run. The tour hits Las Vegas the night before, stops in Albany on Saturday, then continues to Indianapolis the following week. Albany gets the Saturday slot, which is exactly right for this format.
The Venue
Empire Live sits on North Pearl Street in the heart of downtown Albany and has built a solid reputation as a reliable stop for touring acts in the Capital District. It runs two floors — the main room upstairs, Empire Underground downstairs — giving you options for how you want to spend the night. The layout and sound system are built for exactly this kind of event.
A couple of practical notes before you head out: Empire Live is a cashless venue, and there is security screening at entry. Build a few extra minutes into your arrival. The box office is open Monday through Friday, 11 AM to 4 PM if you have questions ahead of time.
Tickets & Details
Tickets are on sale now with prices ranging from $33 to $39. The show is 16 and older — anyone under 16 may attend only when accompanied by a parent or guardian age 21 or older. Do not wait on this one; inventory is moving.