Fall is in full swing in Albany, and the weekends are jam packed with things to do! You can go apple picking, explore a local corn maze, or plan on attending a top area event. To help you out, we’ve rounded up 9 of the best events going on this weekend.
Alpin Haus Tailgate Sale | Thursday, October 3 – Sunday, October 6
Whether you’re interested in a camping or boating adventure next summer, the Alpin Haus Tailgate Sale at Colonie Center is the event for you! The outdoor show will feature a huge display of America’s top selling brands of RVs and boats, and finance specialists will be on site. Admission and parking are free.
Drink Albany 2019 | Friday, October 4
Enjoy a taste of New York at Drink Albany 2019 at the New York State Museum. This pop-up New York State craft beverage market and tasting event is a fantastic opportunity to sample a variety of world-class libations in one place.
Bites and Brews, 3rd Annual Fall Fest to benefit SEAT Center | Friday, October 4
Visit Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady this Friday for Bites & Brews, a fall festival to benefit SEAT Center. This fun-filled evening will include beer and food tastings, live music, and more, and it is for people ages 21 and older.
Oktoberfest at Hunter Mountain: Colors in the Catskills | Saturday, October 5 & Sunday, October 6
Celebrate Oktoberfest at Hunter Mountain in the Catskills! Oktoberfest is free to attend and will offer authentic German and German-American entertainment, great food, vendors, and activities for families.
Chatham Octoberfeast | Saturday, October 5
Join the Village of Chatham for a celebration of the harvest at Octoberfeast. From fall foods to free activities and local talent, this is one festival that will make your weekend special.
Fall Festival at Parker School | Saturday, October 5
Looking for kid-friendly fun this weekend? Robert C. Parker School in Wynantskill will host a Fall Festival this Saturday featuring games, crafts, and more for preschool through middle school students.
Rocktoberfest 2019 | Saturday, October 5
Presented by Ambassador Music Group, Rocktoberfest is a free, all-ages, family-friendly music festival that will benefit Community Miracles in Action. Enjoy a great lineup of musicians and bands in Albany.
4th Annual Carman Road Community Church Fall Harvest Festival | Saturday, October 5
Stop by the Carman Road Community Church in Schenectady this Saturday and have fun at their Fall Harvest Festival. There will be free food, a bounce house, games, and activities for the whole family.
Bronck Museum Heritage Craft Fair | Sunday, October 6
It’s once again time for the Bronck Museum Heritage Craft Fair at the Bronck Museum in Coxsackie. From 12:00pm-4:00pm, this historic farmstead will be open for the demonstration and sale of traditional American crafts.