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Albany’s electronic underground has a new event on the calendar: Sploinky Rave hits Empire Live on Friday, April 3, 2026. Doors at 8:00 PM. If you’ve been catching late-night sets in the Capital Region over the past few years, this one’s been circling on the radar — and now it’s got a proper room.
About Sploinky Rave
Sploinky Rave is a collective-run electronic music event that’s carved out a following in the upstate NY underground scene. The format prioritizes the floor over the stage — expect deep, driving sets from a rotating cast of DJs and producers who know how to build a room over the course of a night. It’s not a concert in the traditional sense; it’s a proper rave, and Empire Live’s layout is well suited for it. Check the event page for full lineup details closer to the date.
Venue Info
Empire Live at 14 N Pearl Street in downtown Albany is the right size for this kind of show — big enough that the crowd builds real energy, small enough that the bass actually hits. The venue has good sound infrastructure and a bar setup that keeps lines moving. Pearl Street Garage is right there for parking, and if you’re coming from Colonie or Troy, the drive is nothing. Check the Empire Live venue page for directions and parking details.
Tickets & Pricing
Tickets available via Ticketmaster. Check the event page for current pricing. Get tickets at Ticketmaster or check secondary market availability at TicketNetwork.
See all upcoming Albany shows and check the full Empire Live calendar.