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
Thursday, May 11
The weekend starts early with Champagne on the Park! This kick-off event to Tulip Festival serves as a fundraiser for the Lark Street BID. Tickets start at $65. Read more about Champagne on the Park >>
Head to the Festival
Saturday, May 13 to Sunday, May 14
The highly anticipated event is back! Head to Washington Park this weekend for the annual Tulip Festival featuring the Tulip Queen coronation, an amazing music lineup, great vendors, and more.
Celebrate Mother’s Day
Sunday, May 14
A number of area restaurants, like the Desmond, are hosting special brunches and dinners in honor of Mother’s Day. Book reservations as soon as possible – spaces fill up quickly!
Mother’s Day Sightseeing Cruise
Sunday, May 14
Consider treating the mom in your life to a sightseeing cruise of Albany with Dutch Apple Cruises! The cost is just $19.95 for adults, $18.95 for seniors, and $12 for kids 3 to 10.
Catch a Movie or Musical Performance
through Sunday, May 14
The popular animated movie Moana that came out last year is playing at The Madison Theater all weekend. Tickets are just $5, or $0.35 for the Saturday matinee.
Friday, May 12
The Upper Room at the Pearl Street Pub is hosting American Zeppelin, a Led Zeppelin tribute band.
It’s Birding Season
Birds and Bagels at the Pine Bush
Saturday, May 13
Bring your binoculars for this walk happening at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve. The group will be hiking for roughly two hours. This event is appropriate for ages 10 and up, and costs $3 per person, or $5 per family.
Saturday, May 13
A brand new Bird Festival is happening in North Blenheim, just about an hour away from Albany. New York Wildlife Rescue will be on site with live birds of prey, there will be birding hikes going on, vendors to check out, and more.
An Awesome Car Show
Saturday, May 13
Cohoes City Hall is hosting a car show that is open to all vehicles with no cut off year. There will be trophies, door prizes, music, food, and more. The cost is $15 to enter your car.
