From Schenectady to Altamont and Round Lake, there’s always something going in the Capital Region during winter. This weekend is no exception as some of the top events will include a winter wine festival, an ice bar, the Harlem Globetrotters in Albany, and much more.
Experience Winter Attractions & Celebrations
Fire & Ice Bar at The Mill on Round Lake – Friday, February 8 & Saturday, February 9
Want to see what the ice bar craze is all about this winter? Head up to The Mill on Round Lake for their Fire & Ice Bar this Friday and Saturday. Check out the huge ice bar, play ice shuffle board, sit by the fire pits, and sip a specialty drink.
Winter Winederland 2019 – Saturday, February 9 & Sunday, February 10
Enjoy wine, warmth, and wonder at Altamont Vineyard and Winery’s new Winter Winederland celebration. The two-day event will include local wine and brews, live music, an igloo selfie booth, ice sculptures and outdoor activities, a dessert bar, and more.
Mid-Winter Summer Blowout at the Schenectady JCC – Sunday, February 10
Do the winter blues have a hold over you? Get out of the house with the kids and visit the Schenectady Jewish Community Center on Sunday from 1:00pm-3:00pm. Their Mid-Winter Summer Blowout will feature a bouncy-bounce, crafts, swimming, and information about summer camp and early childhood education programs.
Taste Something New at Beer Week
Schenectady Beer Week 2019 – Today Through Sunday, February 10
Take a trip to Schenectady and participate in the community’s Beer Week festivities all week long. Local restaurants, pubs, and brewing companies will present happy hour specials, discounts, beer release parties, live music, and more.
Kickstart Your Home Improvement Projects
Times Union Home Expo – Friday, February 8 – Sunday, February 10
Attending the annual Times Union Home Expo at the Albany Capital Center is the first step to making your dream home a reality. The three-day expo will showcase the Capital Region’s top builders, decorators, remodelers, and home improvement experts.
Witness the Return of the Harlem Globetrotters
Harlem Globetrotters at Times Union Center – Sunday, February 10
This Sunday, the Harlem Globetrotters will bring their action-packed World Tour to the Times Union Center in Albany! The whole family will enjoy watching the high-flying and fun moments on the court that the Globetrotters are known for. Tickets are available online at Ticketmaster.
Prepare for Valentine’s Day
Be Our Valentine – Saturday, February 9
Create small fabric hearts to give away as Valentine’s Day gifts this year! The Arts Center of the Capital Region in Troy will host a fiber arts workshop on Saturday from 12:00pm-2:00pm. No registration is required, but supplies will be limited.
Make a Colorful Bouquet as a Valentine’s Day Gift – Saturday, February 9
On Saturday, the Underground Railroad History Project of the Capital Region, Inc. will present a Valentine’s Day gift workshop at The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence. Participants ages 8 and up will make a lovely and color bouquet. Admission is $5.
