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 · 11:00 AM
Saratoga's Annual Chowderfest is one of the area's most highly anticipated events of the year. Family-friendly, fun, and utterly delicious, Chowderfest features more than 80 vendors!
Downtown Saratoga Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Today until Sun, Mar 1
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Empire ''Skate'' Plaza The tremendously popular Empire State Plaza Ice Rink in Albany will be open to the public throughout the 2025-2026 winter season on select dates (Tuesday - Sunday).
Empire State Plaza Ice Rink, Empire State Plaza Albany, NY 12210
Fri, Feb 6 until Sat, Feb 7
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2026 Fire & Ice Bar at The Mill on Round Lake Join us for our 9th Annual Fire & Ice Bar! The Ice Bar will be open the first 3 Fridays and Saturdays in February.
The Mill on Round Lake, 2121 U.S. 9 Round Lake, NY 12151
Today
Save the date for the Town of Clifton Park Winterfest 2026, a town-wide celebration of winter taking place on Saturday, February 7, 2026.
Various Locations, Clifton Park, NY 12065
Today · 11:00 AM
Winter fun for the whole family! Festivities include an artisan market, educational demonstrations, s'more making, snowshoeing, and sledding (weather permitting).
Huyck Preserve, 284 Pond Hill Road Rensselaerville, NY 12147
Today · 12:00 PM
At our 10th Annual Family Festival you will find something for everyone!
Proctors Theatre, 432 State Street Schenectady, NY 12305
Today · 5:00 PM
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Scarlet Knife Ice Bar on The Patio The ultimate remedy for cabin fever! Ice Bar on The Patio at Scarlet Knife. Two-day event.
Scarlet Knife, 195 Troy Schenectady Road Latham, NY 12110
Today · 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
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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