Grand Carnival

The Grand Carnival is Back — Saturday, September 13th!

The Pioneer Charitable Foundation’s Grand Carnival returns to Pioneer Plaza for its sixth year of fun, family, and giving back!

Join us on Saturday, September 13th from 11am to 3pm for a day packed with games, prizes, entertainment, food, face painting, magic shows, and more — all in support of local kids and families.

In the spirit of helping kids be kids, this signature event has raised more than $175,000 to date and has supported over 400 local organizations. It’s a day full of smiles, surprises, and meaningful impact — all made possible by our incredible community.

Admission: $5 per person
Location: Pioneer Plaza – 652 Albany Shaker Road, Albany
Rain or Shine | No Pets Allowed

Open to the public. All are welcome!

Interested in becoming a 2025 Grand Carnival sponsor?

Learn more about sponsorship opportunities for this event by clicking the link below.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Thank you to our generous 2025 Grand Carnival sponsors:

 
Premier Sponsor:
Pediatric Dental Group of New York Logo
Lunch Sponsor:

Cookie Truck Sponsors:
       Earl B. Feiden Logo           Mastercard Logo     DLA Piper and Robert Alessi, Esq. logo   Wainschaf Associates, Inc. Logo
 
Entertainment Sponsors:
      FIS logo  

Game & Activity Sponsors:
        Depaula Auto Group logo  Belmonte Builders Logo           

Helping Kids Be Kids Sponsors:
Beacon Payments | Ckm Electrical Services, Inc. | DePaula Auto Group | Dwight Plumbing & Heating | East Coast Power LLC | eLot Recycling | Frank’s Ice Cream & Restaurant | Hudson Valley Community College Foundation | LeRoy, Linda & Riley | Mackey Electric, Inc. | Marcella's Appliance Center | Nigro Retail Properties | North East Fire Protection Systems, Inc. | Traditional Landscaping | WP Strategic Holdings





















*The Pioneer Bank Charitable Foundation is a donor-funded, 501(c)(3) nonprofit.