Venues in Fulton and Montgomery Counties for Music and Entertainment

A recent trend of saying what is “in” and “out” of one’s life this year has been taking over TIKTOK pages. If you enjoy going to live music shows or concerts, an “in” for 2024 is going to live music shows, but an “out” can be not knowing where they are. 

In Fulton and Montgomery Counties, music happens in bars, theaters, churches, even music-based venues. Here are six options throughout both counties to enjoy in the new year. 

Fulton County: 

Dorn Space (99 North Main St., Gloversville)

Dorn Space is a family-friendly venue that offers a variety of listening or singing along with shows and concerts. From comedy to prose to singing, in 2024, Dorn Space has it all. This year Dorn Space is also offering a “Dorn Space Showcase” where there will be games, comedy, music and poetry on Tuesdays and Wednesdays beginning March 5. 

Beginning Jan. 7, concerts and music happenings will continue. On Jan. 7, Dorn Space will hold its 1st Sunday open mic night. Then on Jan. 12, Reese Fulmer Duo will perform. Currently, upcoming shows are scheduled until May 17, 2024, will a performance from Lucas Garrett, a local singer-songwriter and Nippertown contributor. 

To see who is performing at Dorn Space or to learn more about the venue, visit https://dornspace.tv. 

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Glove Theatre (42 North Main St., Gloversville)

The Glove Theatre was renovated and restored in the mid-2010s and reopened as a performing arts and movie theatre. According to their website, their mission is “to establish an accessible platform of expression for the arts that engages, entertains, and educates the regional community to foster talent and economic development opportunities for the Southern Adirondack and Mohawk Valley regions.”

From movies, concerts, musicals, plays, to dance parties, and community events, the Glove has something for everyone. Currently, the Glove Theatre has movie events scheduled throughout January. 

To learn more about the Glove Theatre or the current movie schedules, visit https://www.theglovetheatre.com. 

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Caroga Arts Collective (106 Caroga Lake Shore Rd, Caroga Lake)

The Caroga Arts Collective features over 50 performances and community events yearly. The not-for-profit, holds Caroga Lake Music Festival, Your Body is Your Strad, InterArts Symposium, Myhill Film Series, and Artist Residencies, just to name a few. According to their website, “Caroga Arts focuses on revitalizing local culture, business, and life by providing unique experiences through collaborative performances, community outreaches, exhibits, and adult/youth education.” 

Currently, there are no upcoming shows scheduled but the year just began; To learn more or to see if any events are added to their calendar, visit https://carogaarts.org. 

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Montgomery County: 

Rustic Loft (4740 State Hwy 30, Amsterdam)

The Rustic Loft Pub & Grill is a family-owned and operated business. Offering eat-in, take-out and delivery services this pub has a full menu with salads, soups, burgers, sandwiches, entrees and desserts. But the business also has open mic nights and live music. 

While the website solely has the menu, online ordering and a quick about section, Rustic Loft features specials and events happening on their Facebook page. 

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Meadowbrook Saloon (119 Meadowbrook Rd., Glen)

Meadowbrook Saloon is a rustic saloon featuring a dance floor, good eats and live Country music. In the new year the saloon is ready for guests to sing, dance, eat, or talk with one another.

For 2024, Meadowbrook Saloon will begin live music on Saturday, Jan. 6, with The Weaver Brothers. 

For more information, visit their Facebook page. 

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The Glen Conservancy Hall (1538 State Route 161, Glen)

Since acquiring the Hall in 2002, the Conservancy has been restored and used as a community arts and cultural center. The 2023 season was the Conservancy’s seventh year holding concerts. 
Currently, the 2024 season has not been announced but the Glen Conservancy updates their Facebook page with performances throughout the season. To check for updates or learn more about the Glen Conservancy, visit their Facebook page.