Don't Miss the Best Things to Do in Albany and the Capital Region This Weekend!
Are you ready to make the most of the upcoming weekend? Want to have fun with family or friends? View our picks for the best and most exciting things to do in Albany and the Capital Region this weekend, including Troy, Schenectady, Colonie, and more. These Capital Region events are not-to-be missed!
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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
Sat, Dec 13 until Sun, Dec 14
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Rudolph's Runway Holiday Show at Colonie Center Rudolph's Runway Holiday Show will be held at Colonie Center on December 13-14, 2025.
Colonie Center, 131 Colonie Ctr Albany, NY 12205
Sat, Dec 13 until Sun, Dec 14 · 7:00 PM
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Northeast Ballet's Annual the Nutcracker Northeast Ballet's annual production of Nutcracker brings you international guest artists and the best of the best that regional talent can offer.
Proctors Theatre, 432 State Street Schenectady, NY 12305
Today · 3:30 PM
Chanukah on Jay is bringing a vibrant community celebration to downtown Schenectady on Sunday, December 14, from 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Jay Street, 105 Jay Street Schenectady, NY 12305
About the Author: Joe Legault Joe is a dedicated editor from Lake Luzerne, NY, with a passion for hiking the Adirondack high peaks, running half marathons and 5Ks, and visiting local craft breweries like Common Roots and Dancing Grain. He enjoys writing about the region's can't-miss attractions and activities.
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