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Room 130, Concourse Level
Albany, NY 12242
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The 2025 Great Train Extravaganza
When: Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Where: Empire State Plaza Convention Center 279 Madison Ave Albany, NY 12242
Cost: TBA
The Great Train Extravaganza is eastern New York's largest model railroad and toy train hobby show. It's held every year at the Empire State Convention Center in Albany, New York.
2025 New York State Holiday Tree Lighting and Fireworks Festival at the Empire State Plaza
When: Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Where: Empire State Plaza Albany, NY 12210
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Save the date for the New York State Holiday Tree Lighting!

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