Check out fun activities to enjoy this weekend in the Capital Region, including a Disney on Ice show for the kids, a Van Morrison tribute, a Winter Carnival in Washington Park, the 6th Annual Chili and Chowder Stroll, and the Santa Speedo Sprint!
Disney On Ice presents Let’s Celebrate
December 9-11
Grab your Mickey ears and get ready for a fun celebration of the holiday and winter season! With cameos from some of your favorite characters, including Olaf from Frozen, Forky from Toy Story, Aladdin, Timon & Pumbaa, and of course, the Disney Princesses!
Showtimes This Weekend:
December 9
- 7:00 PM
December 10
- 11:00 AM
- 3:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
December 11
- 12:00 PM
- 4:00 PM
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December 9
Enjoy dinner, live music, and a visit from St. Nicholas himself during this event, which is put on by the Dutch Settlers Society of Albany. The event will feature a Toys for Tots collection, so don’t forget to bring your new, unwrapped donation for a great cause.
Moondance – The Ultimate Van Morrison Tribute
December 9
Look forward to the ultimate tribute to Van Morrison with Moondance! Moondance captures the vibe and experience of a Van Morrison concert unlike any other group. Expect classics like Brown Eyed Girl, Moondance, Domino, It Stoned Me, Tupelo Honey, Wild Night, Into The Mystic, and Caravan—amongst others—at this amazing show.
Breakfast With Santa & Mrs. Claus
December 10
Bring the kids out for a sweet holiday experience they’ll never forget! Enjoy a full breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus, capture incredible photos, and watch your little one’s face light up with joy throughout the morning. Pre-registration is highly encouraged for this event and can be done on the Twin Bridges Rotary website.
Annual Albany Santa Speedo Sprint
December 10
This Saturday, come out for an exciting and fun Albany tradition for a great cause—the Albany Santa Speedo Sprint! Proceeds of this icy holiday fundraiser benefit the Albany Damien Center and the HIV/AIDS program at the Albany Medical Center in their fight against the disease.
6th Annual Chili and Chowder Stroll
December 10
After the Santa Speedo Sprint, warm up with chili and chowder during the annual stroll on Lark Street. This year, over a dozen local restaurants will be participating in the event, so take a little walk and choose from a variety of different options. They’re all unique, but they have one big thing in common: they’ll warm your belly and your heart!
Washington Park Winter Carnival
December 10
Enjoy a winter market, holiday music, info on winter recreation, and more at this free, family-friendly event. Don’t miss out! Refreshments will be available at the carnival as well.
What Songs were Sung! A Christmas Concert
December 11
Visit the American Italian Heritage Museum for a special concert with soprano Rosanne Hargrave and pianist Michael Clement. The duo will present a mix of spiritual, contemporary, traditional, and popular Christmas music. The concert will be followed by a dessert reception.
Dance Classic “Christmas Oratorio” at UPH
December 11
Attend a Christmas dance classic this Sunday at Universal Preservation Hall! Nacre Dance Group will be putting on two performances of Christmas Oratorio this Sunday, one at 4 PM and one at 7 PM. This masterful performance is based on Bach’s music and portrays the Nativity story in a passionate and unforgettable way.
