Contra dance is a lively social dance that is easy to learn and doesn't require any previous experience to participate. All dances will be taught on the spot by the caller. This event is a great way to connect with the community, make new friends, and get your body moving!

The 5th Anniversary Show of MUSEFEST, September 20th, from 9AM - 3PM on the Village Green. Music, Food & Entertainment.

LifeLong Learning a collaboration between Colgate University's Upstate Institute and the community to provide adults with ongoing education for the enrichment of their lives in a diversity of fields.

Poetry That Means Something: A Poetry Writing Series with Kit Boyer. Poetry should mean something and clearly and beautifully convey that meaning. This is the philosophy that guides Kit Boyer's writing workshops. Enroll in this creative writing course to learn how to write emotive, impactful pieces. Open to poets of all experience levels.

LifeLong Learning a collaboration between Colgate University's Upstate Institute and the community to provide adults with ongoing education for the enrichment of their lives in a diversity of fields.

The Writers Accountability Group (WAG) is a free monthly opportunity for writers of all ages and genres to come together in person to offer mutual support, motivate accountability and goal-setting, participate in writing exercises, share work, and offer helpful responses to the work shared.

Join us at Arts At The Palace for one of our most well-loved series, Saturday Jazz in Hamilton! Hosted by professional freelance percussionist Mark Shiner and Colgate Assistant Professor of Music Brian Stark. Each month we present unique performances with featured artists.

Punk Rock Show at the Palace Theater! Get ready to unleash the energy as these powerhouse punk bands take over the Studio Room for a night of raw, unfiltered sound!

LifeLong Learning a collaboration between Colgate University's Upstate Institute and the community to provide adults with ongoing education for the enrichment of their lives in a diversity of fields.

Poetry That Means Something: A Poetry Writing Series with Kit Boyer. Poetry should mean something and clearly and beautifully convey that meaning. This is the philosophy that guides Kit Boyer's writing workshops. Enroll in this creative writing course to learn how to write emotive, impactful pieces. Open to poets of all experience levels.

LifeLong Learning a collaboration between Colgate University's Upstate Institute and the community to provide adults with ongoing education for the enrichment of their lives in a diversity of fields.

Poetry That Means Something: A Poetry Writing Series with Kit Boyer. Poetry should mean something and clearly and beautifully convey that meaning. This is the philosophy that guides Kit Boyer's writing workshops. Enroll in this creative writing course to learn how to write emotive, impactful pieces. Open to poets of all experience levels.

Their live shows are foot-stomping, crowd-pleasing riots, full of the kind of high-octane instrumental skills that the band – now in its twelfth year and its third incarnation – was always intended to showcase.

- The Guardian

Join us for the first-ever event of the Hamilton Village Tango Project. This special concert will feature a string quartet performing music from both the golden age and modern era of tango.

Join us for the first-ever workshop from the Hamilton Village Tango Project. This interactive Tango workshop invites string players of all levels - from advanced high school students to amateurs and professionals, who are curious about the musical traditions that shaped artists such as Astor Piazzolla.

LifeLong Learning a collaboration between Colgate University's Upstate Institute and the community to provide adults with ongoing education for the enrichment of their lives in a diversity of fields.

Named as one of the top 200 living guitarists by All About Jazz Magazine and a Rising Star in the Downbeat Magazine Critics Poll, Charlie Ballantine is acclaimed as one of the finest and most versatile  young guitarists on the scene today.

Poetry That Means Something: A Poetry Writing Series with Kit Boyer. Poetry should mean something and clearly and beautifully convey that meaning. This is the philosophy that guides Kit Boyer's writing workshops. Enroll in this creative writing course to learn how to write emotive, impactful pieces. Open to poets of all experience levels.

Colgate Department of Music presents: Contemporaneous Artists-In-Residence

Poetry That Means Something: A Poetry Writing Series with Kit Boyer. Poetry should mean something and clearly and beautifully convey that meaning. This is the philosophy that guides Kit Boyer's writing workshops. Enroll in this creative writing course to learn how to write emotive, impactful pieces. Open to poets of all experience levels.

LifeLong Learning a collaboration between Colgate University's Upstate Institute and the community to provide adults with ongoing education for the enrichment of their lives in a diversity of fields.

Join us for a special evening of original songs and the stories behind them from the talented songwriters who participated in our Songwriting Workshop Series facilitated by Reyna Stagnaro.

LifeLong Learning a collaboration between Colgate University's Upstate Institute and the community to provide adults with ongoing education for the enrichment of their lives in a diversity of fields.

The Writers Accountability Group (WAG) is a free monthly opportunity for writers of all ages and genres to come together in person to offer mutual support, motivate accountability and goal-setting, participate in writing exercises, share work, and offer helpful responses to the work shared.

Join us at Arts At The Palace for one of our most well-loved series, Saturday Jazz in Hamilton! Hosted by professional freelance percussionist Mark Shiner and Colgate Assistant Professor of Music Brian Stark. Each month we present unique performances with featured artists.

LifeLong Learning a collaboration between Colgate University's Upstate Institute and the community to provide adults with ongoing education for the enrichment of their lives in a diversity of fields.

LifeLong Learning a collaboration between Colgate University's Upstate Institute and the community to provide adults with ongoing education for the enrichment of their lives in a diversity of fields.

LifeLong Learning a collaboration between Colgate University's Upstate Institute and the community to provide adults with ongoing education for the enrichment of their lives in a diversity of fields.

The Writers Accountability Group (WAG) is a free monthly opportunity for writers of all ages and genres to come together in person to offer mutual support, motivate accountability and goal-setting, participate in writing exercises, share work, and offer helpful responses to the work shared.

Save the Date! On December 6, 2025, Arts at the Palace will host our Annual Winter Gala Fundraiser, an evening of celebration, community, and support for the arts. Enjoy exceptional food and drink, plus a special Artist Showcase featuring short live performances by artists from our Artist In Residence program this past year.

LifeLong Learning a collaboration between Colgate University's Upstate Institute and the community to provide adults with ongoing education for the enrichment of their lives in a diversity of fields.

Join us at Arts At The Palace for one of our most well-loved series, Saturday Jazz in Hamilton! Hosted by professional freelance percussionist Mark Shiner and Colgate Assistant Professor of Music Brian Stark. Each month we present unique performances with featured artists.

With her unique mix of humor, craft, and social critique, Blanton has amassed a small menagerie of viral hits (Rich People, Shit List, Fishin’ With You) and a dedicated fan base. In addition to fifteen years on the road with her band, her latest full-length album After the Revolution, produced by Grammy-winner Tyler Chester.