Capital Region Fall Festivals & Events for 2019
Fall fun is right here in Albany - there is so much to do in the Capital Region during the autumn season! From festivals to arts and crafts shows and more, there's something for everyone. Check out which events look the most fun to you and then mark your calendar!
Please Note: We are currently updating our details for 2019. Below, you can still view info from 2018 for an idea of what to expect. Stay tuned for further updates!
September in the City Art Fair
September 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2018
Every Thursday during the month of September you can check out local art, crafts, and more at September in the City Art Fair in DiNapoli Park, along with a different musical guest each week.
Troy on Tap
September 15, 2018
Troy on Tap is the utlimate fall event for beer lovers! Come out to sample over 130 releases from some of America's best craft breweries while enjoying live music, delicious food, and great vendors.
Clifton Park Farm Fest
September 15 and 16, 2018
It's a weekend of fun for the whole family! Enjoy farm tours, apple picking, hayrides, demonstrations, animals, horse rides, great food, festive music, and more at Clifton Park Farm Fest.
Capital Region Apple & Wine Festival
September 15 and 16, 2018
Don't miss the only festival in the area that combines apples and wine - the Capital Region Apple & Wine Festival! Enjoy two days of wine tastings, a farm market and bakery, apples from local orchards, kids activities, an arts and crafts show, live music, and more.
Adirondack Balloon Festival
September 20 to 23, 2018
This event offers a truly spectacular sight! Just a short trip away from Albany, Glens Falls hosts the annual Adirondack Balloon Festival with more than 30 hot air balloons, tethered rides, and two days of events.
LarkFEST
September 22, 2018
LarkFEST is New York State's largest one-day street festival! With two stages of live music and over 50,000 people in attendance, this event is an absolute must during the fall in the Capital Region.
Empty Bowls
September 30, 2018
The Empty Bowls Project in Troy is a fundraiser that raises awareness about the issue of hunger. Participants purchase a bowl and get it filled with a soup of their choice from participating area restaurants - at the end your bowl is washed so you can take it home!
Goold Orchard Apple Festival & Craft Show
October 13 and 14, 2018
Come check out activities for all ages at the Goold Orchard Apple Festival & Craft Show: live entertainment, fresh food, horse-drawn wagon rides, a bounce house, magician and puppet shows, and fresh apples and pumpkins.
Troy Chowderfest
October 8, 2018
Cast your vote for the best local chowder at the Troy Chowderfest! For just $1 a sample you can taste test them all. Then you decide who the winner is!
Veterans Day Events
November 11, 2018
Every year, our country honors its military heroes on Veterans Day. Find local events and commemorations to pay your respects to American military members.
Troy Turkey Trot
Photo credit: Pat Hendrick Photography
November 22, 2018
Register to run in the annual Troy Turkey Trot, or wake up early Thanksgiving morning to cheer from the sidelines. This race is one of the largest and oldest turkey trots in the entire country!
