Best Bets for a Budget-Friendly Albany, NY Experience

Visiting Albany on a budget or just looking for cheap things to do locally? We've got tips and tricks to help you experience Albany to its fullest without making your wallet thinner. Check out the budget-friendly attractions, free activities and events, and inexpensive eats below before you head out for a fun day or evening in the Capital District.

10 Fun & Free Things to Do

Want to experience Albany without spending a dime? Admission is free at these 10 attractions.

6 Albany Date Night Ideas Under $25

A night out doesn't need to be expensive. Try one of these Albany hotspots for a budget-friendly date.

a crowd watches a concert at jennings landing

Free Live Music Festivals

Relax all summer long with free concert series and music festivals happening in the Albany area.

landscape at the albany pine bush preserve

Albany Area Parks & Preserves

For an inexpensive (and often free) day, explore the outdoors at one of these parks or nature preserves.

Albany's Best Cheap Eats

Get a taste of Albany without breaking the bank at these budget-friendly restaurants.

a glass of beer on a table at a beer garden

Budget-Friendly Bars

Discover your new favorite places to enjoy craft beer, pub fare, or cocktails on a budget.

Hotels with Kitchenettes

Save money by staying in and cooking your own meals at these hotels with kitchenettes.

red and yellow tulips at the albany tulip festival

Free Events In & Near Albany

Looking for something new to do? Find fun and free events going on in the Capital District.