With Memorial Day on Monday we’re looking at a long weekend ahead of us! Check out where parades and other celebratory Memorial Day events are happening, and what else is going on in the Albany area this weekend. Celebrate Memorial Day Memorial Day Parade Monday, May 29 The Albany Memorial Day Parade will start out...
Howe Caverns Celebrates 175th Anniversary with Special Ticket Offer
Howe Caverns is about to celebrate the anniversary of Lester Howe’s incredible discovery: on May 22, 1842, Howe accidentally stumbled upon a secret, living, limestone cavern. Today, Howe Caverns remains the largest cave open to the public in the Northeast, and they’re honoring this milestone with an awesome deal you can take advantage of....
Largest Poker Event Ever Held in the Capital Region Happening at Rivers Casino
Registration is now open for the first-ever guaranteed $100,000 Capital Region Classic Poker Tournament! This is the first of many large tournaments that will be happening at Rivers Casino & Resort. The Capital Region Classic will be held over two “days” of no limit Texas hold’em poker. Day One flights will happen from Wednesday, May...
Discover Fantastic Food & Everything Else Albany Has to Offer This Weekend: May 19 – 21
Enjoy amazing Greek food at the St. Sophia Greek Festival, happening all weekend long! Two other fun festivals are also happening in the Capital Region this weekend, along with seven other exciting events. Find an Awesome Festival St. Sophia Greek Festival Friday, May 19 to Sunday, May 21 The St. Sophia Greek Festival is...
Thacher Park Center Now Open, New Recreational Opportunities Coming Soon
Thacher Park in Voorheesville is known for its panoramic views of the Adirondacks, Vermont, and Massachusetts, but this beautiful park has just gotten even better! The brand new, 8,240-square-foot, $4.3 million Thacher Park Center is now open, effectively making Thacher Park a year-round destination for tourists and locals. Here’s what you’ll find at the...
Find Fun Things to Do in Albany for Mother’s Day Weekend: May 11- 14
The tulips may have bloomed early this year, but Tulip Festival will still be in full swing this weekend! Find out what to expect at the festival and see what else is going on over Mother’s Day weekend in Albany. Champagne for a Cause Champagne on the Park Thursday, May 11 The weekend starts early...
Proctors Reveals Nominees for High School Musical Theatre Awards
Did your son or daughter recently participate in a high school musical? Or, do you know someone who has? Proctors is hosting its first ever High School Musical Theatre Awards this month, when students from 16 local high schools will perform during a Tony Award®-style show. Winners of the Best Actor and Best Actress...
Tulips in Washington Park Have Peaked Early, Are In Full Bloom
The tulips in Washington Park have bloomed a little earlier than usual. Don’t wait for Tulip Festival – visit the park this week to see over 150 different varieties of tulips! City gardening crews have planted over 140,000 tulips, intended to bloom at the Tulip Festival, but with the nice weather we’ve been having the...
Galas, Cinco de Mayo Parties & More Awesome Events to Attend in Albany This Weekend: May 5 – 7
If you’re in the mood to attend a fancy gala or a great party this is the weekend to do it in Albany! Galas are being held to benefit local causes, Cinco de Mayo festivities are in store, and several other events are on tap as well. Which event are you looking forward to...
Discover Why Champagne on the Park is a Can’t-Miss Spring Event in Albany
This piece is sponsored by the Lark Street Business Improvement District. Champagne? Check. Music? Check. Hors d’oeuvres? Check. Beautiful tulips? Check. It must be time for Champagne on the Park! For over 20 years Champagne on the Park has been the unofficial kickoff to the summer events season in Albany, and the lead-up to...