Are you ready to get your green on this weekend? On Saturday, March 16th, the 69th Annual Albany St. Patrick’s Day Parade will take place in downtown Albany and bring Irish music and cheer to the community. However, residents and visitors should be aware of important road closures and parking restrictions throughout the event....
Although we’ve made it through the first major snow storm of the year, we aren’t out of the woods yet. To ensure the roads are cleared of snow and safe for travel, the City of Albany has declared a snow emergency beginning Monday, January 21, 2019 at 8:00pm. Prepare for Albany’s Snow Emergency During...
Editor’s Note (1/18/2019): The location for the Beloved Community March has changed due to the inclement weather. Please note the changes below. In celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a Memorial Observance and Beloved Community March will take place at the Empire State Plaza on Monday, January 21...
The 2020 race for presidency is already heating up as the list of candidates continues to grow almost every week. On last night’s episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, special guest New York State Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced she will run for President of the United States. Senator Gillibrand Joins Field of Democratic...
The annual Tulip Fest has become a signature spring event in Albany as the city celebrates their Dutch heritage with events, entertainment, and beautiful tulips in Washington Park. One of the festival’s major traditions is the coronation of the Tulip Queen, a local young woman who will spend the year participating in volunteer projects...
Got plans for Thanksgiving? Black Friday? The weekend? Now you do! We’ve rounded up a dozen events that are taking place between Thanksgiving and Sunday. Check out turkey trots, shopping opportunities, and more. Be a Part of a Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day Troy Turkey Trot Thursday, November 22 The Troy Turkey Trot is...
Dunkin’ is always brewing up something fantastic – the popular coffee shop has recently announced plans for a new lineup of espresso drinks, along with a new cup design. Read on to find out when you can get free samples and what other deals are going on. “Sipping is Believing” – Two Days of...
Craft beer, wine, and spirits? Chili, chowder, and soup? Count us in! Check out all the delicious details on the two festivals happening this weekend at Price Chopper/Market 32 Capital Holiday Lights in the Park. And, get a rundown on our other picks for weekend events in the Albany area, ranging from a grilled...
Veterans Day is this Sunday, with the observed day on Monday. There is a parade on Monday and other events happening over the weekend – see where you can honor those who have served and continue to serve us, and check out what else is going on in and around Albany. Honor Our Veterans...
There’s a lot going on in Albany as we transition from Halloween to the holiday season. The Albany Auto Show tops our list of things to do, but there is also the Capital Region Wing Wars and 10 more tempting events you’ll want to get on your calendar. The Ultimate Auto Show Albany Auto...