Editor’s Note 03/16/18: The St. “Practice” Day Kilt Crawl happened last weekend, so that event has been removed from this article.
It’s shaping up to be a great weekend in Albany and the Capital Region! Of course, St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Saturday this year, so we can look forward to some great holiday-themed events, but that’s not all – you have an exclusive chance to try various art mediums at The Arts Center, maple events are still going on for maple season, and much more.
Your Chance to Try Art – For Free
Sunday, March 18
Have you ever been curious about art but didn’t know where to start, or didn’t think you’d be any good? This is the event for you! One Giant Try It is a completely free event happening at The Arts Center in Troy where you can try your hand at various art mediums. Mush clay, hammer metal, break glass, and more. Instructors will be on hand to guide you and provide materials, and projects are geared towards all ages.
Get Your Green on for St. Patrick’s Day
Saturday, March 17
The 68th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be happening in Albany, with the route starting out on Quail Street and Central Avenue. A mass will be held beforehand at Blessed Sacrament Church on Central Avenue.
Saturday, March 17
Love some beer with your eggs for St. Patrick’s Day? Head over to LAX on Lark on Saturday for a full breakfast buffet before heading out on a pub crawl. Tickets are $20 to $25.
Go Green at the Pine Bush Preserve
Saturday, March 17
Looking to do something a little different for St. Patrick’s Day? “Go green” in a different way at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve. They’re hosting a workshop where you can learn how to turn old tee-shirts into cloth bags you can use as shopping bags. Admission is $3 per person or $5 per family.
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Make the Most of Maple Season
Maple Sugar Open House at 5 Rivers
Saturday, March 17
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center in Delmar is hosting a Maple Open House this Saturday and next Saturday as well. You’ll get to twirl a brace and bit drill, pound a spike, inspect the sap flow, and more – including a maple taste test. Free admission.
Backyard Maple Sugaring at Grafton Lakes State Park
Saturday, March 17
Learn all about how sap is turned into syrup at Grafton Lakes State Park and taste test some syrup for yourself. The cost is $2 per person or $5 per family.
See a Popular Film
Friday, March 16 through Thursday, March 22
Have you heard all the buzz about I, Tonya? Want to see it for yourself? Starting on Friday, Proctors will be airing several showings of the film. See the story behind one of the biggest scandals in sports history. Tickets are just $6.
Bowl for Kids
Sunday, March 18
The Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region’s Bowl for Kids’ Sake is back and is happening at Spare Time in Clifton Park. Get together with a team or four or five people, contribute $25, and then bowl your hearts out. The cost includes two games, shoes, pizza, and a drink.
For the Golf Enthusiasts
Saturday, March 17 to Sunday, March 18
New York State’s largest golf expo will be taking place this weekend at the Times Union Center. Check out equipment and apparel for sale, and much more. Tickets are $10 to $15 per person and kids under 12 are free.
