This Weekend's Events For The Albany Region
Wondering what's happening this weekend in Albany? Find fun things to do with family and friends, from the area's top events to live music and nightlife to family-friendly fun.
Today until Sun, Jan 4
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Santa's Playland 2025 at Quick Response Santa's Playland will return to Quick Response for the holiday season! On select dates from November 15, 2025 - January 4, 2026, you can drive through our magical holiday lights display.
Quick Response Restoration, 2077 Route 9 Round Lake, NY 12151
Today until Sat, Dec 27
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Schenectady Festival of Trees The 19th Annual Festival of Trees is the celebration of the season! During the festival, we welcome 3,000+ visitors to our historic house to enjoy decorated displays of shimmering fir trees.
Schenectady County Historical Society, 32 Washington Avenue Schenectady, NY 12305
Thu, Dec 18 until Sun, Dec 21
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CBS 6 Melodies of Christmas CBS 6 Melodies of Christmas is returning to the mainstage at Proctors!
Proctors, 432 State Street Schenectady, NY 12305
Fri, Dec 19 until Sun, Dec 21
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"Shop Til You Drop" Holiday Gift Show Take advantage of excellent shopping opportunities!
Colonie Center, 360 Colonie Center Albany, NY 12205
Fri, Dec 19 · 8:00 PM
Bring a buddy and settle in at 8 PM for an evening of your favorite formats!
The MopCo Improv Theater, 10 N. Jay St. Schenectady, NY 12305
Fri, Dec 19 · 4:00 PM
A Festive Evening of Candlelight Shopping at Sharon Sprigs Fine Dried Florals & Gifts
Sharon Springs Fine Dried Florals & Gifts, 200 Main Street Sharon Springs, NY 13459
Fri, Dec 19 until Sat, Dec 20 · 5:00 PM
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A Very FAIRy Christmas Village Celebrate the magic of the season at the first annual A Very FAIRy Christmas Village, a festive holiday experience held over three weekends in December at the Altamont Fairgrounds.
Altamont Fairgrounds, Arlington at Rt 146 Altamont, NY 12009
Fri, Dec 19 · 7:00 PM
Join us in December for some of our favorite holiday classics on our Big Screen in the M&T Bank Holiday Movie Series.
The Palace Theatre, 19 Clinton Avenue Albany, NY 12207
Sat, Dec 20 · 9:30 AM
On Saturday, December 20, the Saratoga Farmers' Market and Scene One Cinemas are teaming up to bring you a Holiday Market Spectacular! A visit from Santa, family activities, a holiday movie, and more!
Saratoga Farmers Market, Wilton Mall, 3065 Route 50 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Sat, Dec 20 · 12:00 PM
Get ready, Schenectady - join us for the most wonderful holiday themed bar crawl - Santacon!
Downtown Schenectady, Schenectady, NY 12305
Sat, Dec 20 until Sun, Dec 21 · 1:00 PM
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Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet proudly presents: The Nutcracker Let the holiday magic begin as you join Clara and the Nutcracker Prince on a snowy Christmas eve in the Stahlbaum house!
University at Albany Performing Arts Center, 1400 Washington Ave Albany, NY 12222
Sat, Dec 20 · 2:00 PM
Such a fun time!! Choose your project!
Canvas Corks & Forks, 402 Union Street, Schenectady 12305 Schenectady, NY 12305
Sat, Dec 20 · 4:00 PM
A Festive Evening of Candlelight Shopping at Sharon Sprigs Fine Dried Florals & Gifts
Sharon Sprigs Fine Dried Florals & Gifts, 200 Main Street Sharon Springs, NY 13459
Sat, Dec 20 · 4:00 PM
Join us for a special program designed for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one this Christmas season.
Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 85 Elm Avenue Delmar, NY 12054
Sat, Dec 20 · 6:00 PM
Solve a hilarious true crime murder mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room
Hilton Garden Inn Albany Medical Center, 62 New Scotland Ave Albany, NY 12208
Sat, Dec 20 · 8:00 PM
Join The Mopco for a festive, merry, improvised Christmas extravaganza filled with holiday cheer, music, and joy!
The MopCo Improv Theater, 10 North Jay St, Schenectady Schenectady, NY 12305
Sun, Dec 21 · 4:00 PM
Join us for a sensory-friendly Christmas service on December 21st at 4pm! This is open to people of all abilities.
Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 85 Elm Avenue Delmar, NY 12054