If you’re looking for fun events in the Capital Region this weekend, you’ve come to the right place! Check out everything from an awesome Indian celebration to spooky hayrides to chowder, tacos, and even margaritas.
October 7-9
Celebrate the Halloween season with a frightfully fun hayride (and more!) at Double M Haunted Hayrides. The attraction features five different experiences, each more terrifying than the last! It’s the perfect spooky season weekend event.
Dandiya: Vibrant Indian Musical Event 2022
October 7-8
Get ready for live music, delicious food, and of course, Dandiya dancing at this fun event. No experience is necessary, just come enjoy the atmosphere and vibrant culture.
Bites Camera Action Movie Series | Encanto
October 7
This is the last free Bites Camera Action screening of the year. Check out Encanto at the SUNY Plaza and get some local food to eat while you watch. Don’t forget the blankets—nights are getting chilly now!
Everybody Wants Some & Sister Twisted: Van Halen and Twisted Sister Tributes
October 7
Check out two of the best tribute bands around at Cohoes Music Hall! Thanks to the bands’ electrifying lineups and incredible talent, you’ll definitely want to “Dance the Night Away.”
Albany Taco & Margarita Festival
October 8
On this Earth, there are a few A-1 food pairings, and very near the top of that list is the taco and margarita combo. Celebrate with some of the best tacos and margaritas around at this fantastic festival. Local vendors will be on site at the MVP Arena selling everything from jewelry to clothing, candles, and more.
October 8
Check out an awesome car show, vendor & craft fair, hay rides, tractor show, chair lifts, and much more at the 14th annual Maple Ski Ridge Fall Festival. Admission to the festival is free (although it’s $5 to park) so grab a bunch of friends and enjoy this quintessentially autumn event.
October 9
Sample chowder, soup, and other delicious treats from a diverse group of restaurants and purveyors at the return of ChowderFest in Downtown Troy! The event is free to attend and will feature $2 four-ounce samples for purchase at all participating locations.
20th Annual “The Way We Were” Car Show
October 9
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of this awesome car show in Ballston Spa! With vendors, music, a kids zone, and of course, dozens upon dozens of classic cars, it’s sure to be a great time.
