Summer vacation is awesome for the kids—but sometimes, as parents, it’s a challenge to figure out how to keep them entertained! Well, for at least one hour a week, the Barker Park Kids’ Summer Series has got you covered. Every Thursday in July and August at 11 AM, visit the Barker Park in Troy...
Get Into the Halloween Spirit at Ellms Family Farms’ Pumpkin Glow & Light Show Drive-Thru
Immerse Yourself in an Enchanting Experience

It’s never too early to prepare for the Halloween season, and as the Capital Region adjusts to the new normal, Ellms Family Farm has announced the return of the Pumpkin Glow & Light Show Drive-Thru, their socially-distant fall event. Perfect for families and people of all ages, this one-of-a-kind Halloween experience begins in October and...
Enjoy the Sights, Sounds, and Flavors of Fall at the Capital Region Apple & Wine Festival

It's time to break out the pumpkin coffee and UGG boots - the Capital Region Apple & Wine Festival is coming up, and that means fall has officially started in the Albany area. The premier apple festival in the region, now in...
Road Closures & Parking Restrictions for Tulip Fest This Weekend
Don't Get Towed! Here's What You Need to Know

The Albany Police Department has announced the road closures and parking restrictions for the annual Tulip Festival, happening this weekend. There’s also plenty of info on where CDTA shuttle buses will stop. Check it out below. Friday May 10th The following are in effect from 9:30am to 12:30pm: Road Closure State Street between Eagle...
Road Closures & Parking Restrictions for Sunday, Oct 21st

This Sunday is the annual Making Strides event in Washington Park. As usual, some road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect, so read up on what you need to know so you can avoid getting towed. Road Closures From 12:01am to 4pm on Sunday, October 21 all roadways inside Washington Park, including...
Local 3v3 Youth Soccer Tournament Will Benefit the Batchler Family

Last month, local parents Tim and Stephanie Batchler were involved in a fatal car accident, leaving behind their two sons and twin 11 year-old daughters, Abigail and Chloe. To help raise funds for the surviving children, girls from the twins'...
Tickets From Valentine’s Day Comedy Show Will Benefit The Batchler Family Fund

On January 22, Tim and Stephanie Batchler of Schenectady were killed on I-88 in a major car accident. While their son Jon was not in the vehicle, the Batchlers' other son Jack and twin daughters Abigail and Chloe were injured....
Experience Immersive, Live-Action Adventures at 5 Wits Albany

Have you ever watched Indiana Jones and wished you could be a part of the action? If so, then gather your friends and visit 5 Wits Albany in Crossgates Mall! More immersive than an escape room, 5 Wits lets players...
LarkFest 2016 – Parking Restrictions & Road Closures

The long-anticipated LarkFest is back this Saturday, September 24th! As always, there are some road closures and parking restrictions associated with this major festival. Here's all you need to know to navigate Albany safely and easily this weekend....
Jazz Festival Moved To Rain Location

Attention, jazz lovers! Due to the threat of inclement weather, the City of Albany has announced that its 15th Annual Jazz Festival that's taking place tomorrow - Saturday, September 10 - has been relocated to its rain site.The Festival will...