This weekend is a great one for shopping in the Capital Region, with The Collar City Craft Fest taking place in Troy and the Half Moon Market happening in Albany! Check out what else you can look forward to with comedy shows, local sports, and more. Shopping, Culture & Fun Collar City Craft Fest...
Big Brothers Big Sisters Hosting Chef’s Challenge on May 24th
How does sampling dishes from top restaurants in the Capital Region for a great cause sound? Check out the upcoming Chef’s Challenge in Saratoga that will be raising money for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region! What to Expect From The Chef’s Challenge The Chef’s Challenge is taking place on Thursday, May...
10 Events Worth Checking Out Over Earth Day Weekend in Albany: Apr 20 – 22
Looking to volunteer for Earth Day this weekend? There are three volunteer events taking place in the Albany area, along with an Earth Day-themed event at a local children’s museum. You can also check out a unique pub crawl, a car and plane show, and four more cool events going on. Do Some Good...
The Epic Albany VegFest Celebrates 10 Year Milestone
Get ready for Albany VegFest 2016 - this food-centric, educational festival hosted by the Albany Vegan Network is bigger and better than ever this year with over 70 vendors, 5 speakers, free goodies, a kids corner, and live music throughout...
Know a Fantastic Mom? Enter Her in the Mother of the Year Contest
The annual crowning of the Mother of the Year will be taking place once again at Tulip Fest! Know of a mom you’d like to enter? Get the details and send the application in before the deadline, and maybe you’ll get to see her honored at one of the most popular Albany events of...
Top West Coast Act to Headline the Troy Steampunk Festival
The Troy Steampunk Festival Enchanted City is returning to the Collar City once again come September. But we have something really special to look forward to at the event this year: a major San Diego-based act is headlining, and tickets are on sale now! A Unique Musical Project Steam Powered Giraffe will be headlining...
Make the Most of Great Dining Deals During Downtown Albany Restaurant Week
As Lark Street Restaurant Week comes to a close on April 14th, Downtown Albany Restaurant Week begins! This is the perfect opportunity for both locals and visitors to sample what the downtown restaurants have to offer. Downtown Albany Restaurant Week runs from Saturday, April 14th to Friday, April 20th. Participating restaurants will be offering...
Get Outside, Find Fun Events & Have a Great Weekend in the Albany Area: Apr 13 – 15
The weather is finally starting to get warmer! Make the most of spring this weekend by finding outdoor events to attend. Still a little chilly for you? Check out live music and theater performances, two restaurant weeks, tryouts to sing the national anthem, and a local sports team is having their opening night. Participate...
Food & Beverage Roundup: Two New Restaurants, A Taproom, A Beer Bar & A Coffee Roastery in the Albany Area
The Albany area food and drink scene is always expanding! We can expect a new restaurant to open in Crossgates this summer, a new restaurant has recently opened in Rotterdam, a taproom is coming to Latham later this month, a craft beer bar has opened in Albany, and a coffee roastery is in the...
Restaurant Week, Beer Week & More Incredible Fun in the Albany Area: Apr 6 – 8
Thinking about going out to eat or out for drinks in Albany this weekend? Lark Street Restaurant Week starts on Sunday, and Albany Craft Beer Week is going on now through Saturday! This is your prime opportunity to try all the fantastic restaurants in the Lark Street area and take advantage of beer-themed events...