It’s not just the recent heat wave, summer is starting to sizzle with new events and fun activities as the Capital Region continues to reopen. This weekend, you can satisfy your fair and festival food cravings and find a variety of things to do in and around Albany. Enjoy a Greek Feast & All...
From fried food to BBQ and tacos, food trucks always offer a mouthwatering selection of menu items. To help support small businesses in the area, Albany County has announced that for the first time, food trucks and other refreshment vendors will be allowed to sell their food along the Albany County Helderberg-Hudson Rail Trail....
Ordering takeout is a great way to support all your favorite restaurants and shops. To encourage customers to buy local and support businesses in Troy during this public health crisis, Franklin Alley Social Club and local publicist Duncan Crary have launched Troy Takeout Bingo. What Is Troy Takeout Bingo? Troy Takeout Bingo is an...
The Tulip Festival is a 72-year-old tradition in the City of Albany, and this year’s event was originally scheduled for May 8-10, 2020. Although the COVID-19 pandemic forced the city to postpone the in-person components of the annual event, Discover Albany and the City of Albany Office of Cultural Affairs have teamed up to...
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has been encouraging social distancing and asking the public to recreate locally and responsibly amid the COVID-19 pandemic. As part of the ongoing efforts to reduce density in popular areas, the DEC has announced the temporary closure of Kaaterskill Falls in the Catskills. What You...
Please Note: Due to the uncertainty of COVID-19, many area events have been canceled or postponed for this weekend, including the 2020 Albany St. Patrick’s Day Parade. This is a rapidly changing situation, and more events may be canceled over the next few days. However, if you’re still looking for things to do this...
The sun is shining here in Albany, and while there are a few weeks left of winter, it’s beginning to look and feel a lot like spring! When the flowers start to bloom, the City of Albany will prepare for their signature spring event – the Albany Tulip Festival. This highly anticipated festival attracts...
There’s a lot going on in the Albany, NY area this weekend, and we have all the details you need. Make plans to attend the Hannaford Kidz Expo, a golf expo, an early St. Patrick’s Day celebration, or another top event! Have Fun at an Exciting Expo or Festival 2020 Hannaford Kidz Expo |...
As we say goodbye to February this weekend, it’s time to make the most of these final weeks of winter. Check out these 8 great events & activities happening in and around Albany on Feb. 28 – Mar. 1. Empire ”Skate” Plaza – Part of Winter at the Plaza | Open Daily Throughout Winter...
Whether you’re a fan of cross-country skiing, alpine skiing, or winter in general, there are many reasons to plan a trip to Albany and the Capital Region. This weekend, make the most of the season by attending one of these upcoming top events. Winter Art Fest | Saturday, February 22 This Saturday, the Albany...