Don’t be tempted to hibernate inside this winter – there are too many thrilling events happening every weekend in the Albany area! Slated for this weekend is a cider tasting, a performance from a blues musician, a chance to try curling, a fat biking event, and three more worthwhile events.
Cider, Farms & Food
Gathering of the Farm Cideries
Saturday, February 17th
Nine Pin Ciderworks is once again hosting the Gathering of the Farm Cideries, an awesome tasting event. You’ll get to try cider from a number of New York State cideries, and you’ll have a chance to buy extremely rare and unique ciders. Food vendors will be on site, along with 102.7 WEQX. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door, with a portion of proceeds going towards the New York Cider Association.
Blues & Soul Music
Saturday, February 17
Top blues musician John Németh will be performing at The Upper Room in the Pearl Street Pub on Saturday, with tickets starting at $15. Although he’s known for playing blues and soul, Németh’s style also delves into R&B, hip hop, and rock and roll.
Curling & Fat Biking
Friday, February 16 to Sunday, February 18
Have you been watching the Olympics? Curious about curling? You can try this unique sport for free with the Albany Curling Club! They’re hosting an “Olympic Open House” all weekend where experienced curlers will teach you the game. Kids are welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult.
Farmer’s Fatty at Indian Ladder Farms
Saturday, February 17
Indian Ladder Farms in Altamont is hosting its first-ever Farmer’s Fatty event! If you’re into fat bike rallies this will be a 60-minute course on rolling terrain, with each rider receiving lunch and one beer. The event is happening with or without snow. Registration is required.
Valentine’s Day for the Ladies
Improv Ladies Night – Galentine’s Day
Friday, February 16
Feel like celebrating Valentine’s Day with the girls this year? Head to Mopco in Schenectady on Friday evening for a Galentine’s Day event just for the ladies. Tickets are $10 and women get a discount at the cafe with $1 off beer and wine.
Butterflies & Fish for the Kids
Saturday, February 17 to Tuesday, February 27
The popular butterfly exhibit returns to MiSci this weekend! Get ready to see butterflies in every stage of life, find out what they eat, and more. Pro tip: Butterflies need a warm, humid environment, so dress in layers.
Sunday, February 18
Environmental Educator Fran Martino and her dog Loki will be hosting a Go Fish game at the New York State Museum on Sunday. Kids will learn how to identify fish and find out if they can be eaten or must be tossed back.
Go Antiquing
Saturday, February 17
The Polish Community Center of Albany is hosting their annual antique show. Tickets are $5 with proceeds going towards veterans, student scholarships, and historic preservation projects.
