Capital Region Amusement Parks Near Albany NY

Amusement Parks in Albany NY's Capital Region

Looking for a fun way to spend the day? Amusement parks are a perennial favorite that appeal to all ages and a great way to take a break from the every day. Albany's Capital Region boasts several amusement and water parks that appeal to families, friends and groups, whether you are looking for an afternoon of fun, or an entire weekend of entertainment. For the total getaway experience, consider booking a hotel room and/or planning a special meal out at a nearby restaurant. You'll feel like you've traveled to a vacation spot without even leaving the region.

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Glenville Sportplex

Glenville, NY

The Glenville Sportplex is one of the Capital Region's premier outdoor family-driven sports complexes, featuring a mini-golf course, a go-kart racing track, a driving range, bumper cars, and much more for people of all ages.

Mountain Ridge Adventure

Mountain Ridge Adventure is the Capital Region's premiere treetop challenge course and zip line park located just 30 minutes from Albany, 30 minutes from Saratoga and only 10 minutes from Schenectady.

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The Great Escape & Splashwater Kingdom

Queensbury, NY

Located less than 6 miles away from Lake George, NY, The Great Escape & Splashwater Kingdom is the region's premier theme park featuring over 135 rides and attractions, including thrill rides, family rides, and a full outdoor water park.

Catamount Aerial Adventure Park

Hillsdale, NY

Our park is an exciting aerial forest adventure that provides a variety of courses that are fun for all ability levels.

Funplex Funpark

East Greenbush, NY

Funplex Funpark offers something fun for everyone! Your family will have a blast playing miniature golf, riding go-karts, climbing the rock wall and much more! No need to spend hours in the car - Funplex offers so much fun, so close to home!

Zero Gravity Laser Tag

Albany, NY

Zero Gravity is the number one laser tag and arcade in the region, compete with up to 30 players in our 5,000 SW Ft. Multi-Level arena and wall to wall arcade!

Water Slide World Lake George

Lake George, NY

Water Slide World is a tropical paradise located in Lake George with over 35 slides, attractions and services. Watch your cares disappear at this family-owned, family-friendly park.

Zoom Flume Water Park

East Durham, NY

Located in the Catskills, just one hour from Albany, Zoom Flume Water Park is a large, family-friendly park with a new 700 ft. long Gravity Gorge zip line attraction.

Huck Finn's Playland

Albany, NY

Did you grow up with fond childhood memories of Hoffman's Playland? Huck Finn's Playland is carrying on the tradition of this beloved Albany amusement park in a new location with the same child-friendly rides you loved!