The Downtown Albany Business Improvement District presents the 15th Annual Downtown Albany Restaurant Week from April 13th to April 19th. An eclectic array of sixteen eateries will offer unique, three-course, fixed-price meals for just $25. Each Restaurant Week 2019 meal is valued at a minimum of $35. Monday, April 15 is Student Night: present your valid student ID at five participating restaurants and dine for just $20. FREE PARKING available on-street and inside ParkAlbany garages after 5:00 PM weekdays and all day on weekends. Visit www.downtownalbany.org for more information and menus.
FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: https://downtownalbany.org/
Featuring great restaurants like:
The Albany Pump Station
ama cocina
Café Capriccio
City Beer Hall
Dawn’s Victory Sports Café
Emmanuel Thai Restaurant
The Hollow Bar and Kitchen
Hudson Harbor Steak and Seafood
Jack’s Oyster House
La Serre
The Olde English Pub & Pantry
Parish Public House
Pearl Street Pub
The Taverna
V & R Italian Restaurant
Wellington’
Join Nanola in helping Common Roots Brewing recover after their heartbreaking fire. 50% of all proceeds from sales on Common Roots products on April 4th and 20% of all food sales will be given to Common Roots. There will also be a 50/50 raffle.
Some of the Common Roots beers they’ll have on: BBL, Beta, Daylight, Shadow Figures Porter, Patchwork Pale Ale, Space, Tea Cup and more.
Join us this year for our 3rd Annual Adult Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday April 14th! We’ll have eggs hidden all over the inside and outside of the restaurant filled with prizes like concert tickets, free food or drink coupons and more. We will be donating proceeds from the day’s sales to charity (Ainsley’s Angels) as well. There will also be a Bloody Mary and Mimosa bar.
Call us at 518-587-1300 if you’d like to eat and make table reservations. Reservations are HIGHLY recommended!
Join us for Rally for the Roots South on April 12th! Enjoy raffle and beer tickets with admission, as well a DJ, giveaways, and raffle baskets. Food options are a la carte and a portion of food sales will also be donated to the cause.
There will be an option to purchase more beer tickets inside, and the ever-rotating draft list is sure to be epic.
We will also have a ‘beer pull’ where each purchased beer pull ticket gets you an amazing bottle of beer to take home.
After all the fun at the Takk House, we head right downstairs to the Franklin Alley Social Club to continue the party from 9-12. Enjoy exclusive beers, music, and a shuffleboard tournament with all the proceeds going to help the cause.
Pardon the brevity of details for the moment…we’re still hearing from so many people who want to help. We promise this will be an amazing night!
A very special thank you goes out to the Takk House and Franklin Ally Social Club for donating their time, space, and resources. They are truly close friends with everyone involved and we could not do this without them.
Want to contribute? Email helpcommonroots@gmail.com
Join us for Rally for the Roots North on April 7th! Enjoy one raffle ticket and two beer tickets with admission, as well as bands, giveaways, a silent auction, and raffle baskets. Food options are a la carte and a portion of food sales will also be donated to the cause.
There will be an option to purchase more beer tickets inside, and the ever-rotating draft list is sure to be epic.
We will update this page with the day’s draft list and the raffle items shortly. For now, grab tickets online while you can…this will most likely sell out! We will have tickets available at the door if we have any left.
Be sure to join us for the official After Party at CRAFT on 9 immediately following the event. The After Party will also be a fundraiser for the brewery.
A very special thank you goes out to The Queensbury Hotel for donating their time, space, and awesomeness. There is a special “brew fest” rate for anyone wishing to stay the night…contact the hotel directly for details.
Want to contribute? Email helpcommonroots@gmail.com
The Tulip Festival is Albany’s signature spring event. Featuring annual traditions rooted in the city’s rich Dutch heritage, nearly one hundred artisans selling their handmade crafts, a fine arts show, delicious food, the KidZone family fun destination, two stages of world-class live entertainment and more than 140,000 tulips in 150 different varieties, the Tulip Festival is a sparkling showcase of local culture and business. It all takes place in historic Washington Park, the 81-acre “crown jewel” of the City.
For GPS directions to the main park entrance, use 1 New Scotland Ave, Albany NY 12208.
Join Jeff from early EQX as he broadcasts live from Baby Animal Days at Indian Ladder farms on Saturday, April 13th. Baby Animal Days at Indian Ladder Farms start Monday, April 8th and run through Sunday, May 12th.
The annual Bowlathon is the major fundraiser for Mentoring at UCS, a program which matches children with adult mentors. This year will be our 32nd annual Bowlathon and our event theme is Sports! Participants are encouraged to come celebrate with food, games and prizes while dressed in their favorite team’s attire!
Come chill at Winter Art Fest, Albany’s coolest festival!
Albany Distilling Company are partnering up with Albany Center Gallery to host the 1st Annual Winter Art Fest!
Join them during the day for the fun and exciting indoor and outdoor art party. This event is from 2pm to 7pm and is open to all ages, a full day of excitement for everyone! $15 admission fee includes entrance into the event, a welcome cocktail and lite fare. The day include:
Live Art
S’mores Bar
ALB Vodka Ice Luge
Ice Pong
Ice Shuffleboard
Specialty Hot Cocktails
Music provided by DJ Trumastr
Food from Cider Belly Doughnuts and Capital Q BBQ
Chance to win 2 tickets to Mumford & Sons- must be present to win.
Enjoy an evening of Hollywood Tales and Interesting Conversation with Vermont actor Jonathan Goldsmith, “The Most Interesting Man in the World.”
Best known for his iconic role as “The Most Interesting Man in the World” in the Dos Equis commercials, Vermont actor Jonathan Goldsmith has appeared in more than 300 television shows, films and commercials during an acting career that spans over 50 years. All proceeds from this special event benefit College of St. Joseph and the Congregational Church of Rupert.
Wilco’s music and arts festival, Solid Sound, returns for its sixth year at Mass MoCA in downtown North Adams, Massachusetts this summer. Day 3 of 3 is Sunday, June 30th.
FEATURING:
Wilco (2 sets)
Courtney Barnett
The Feelies
Tortoise (2 sets)
Cate Le Bon
Jonathan Richman
John Hodgman’s Comedy Cabaret
Jeff Tweedy & Friends
The Minus 5
clipping.
Milo
Cup (Nels Cline & Yuka C. Honda)
Lonnie Holley
Rafiq Bhatia
Foxwarren
Julian Lage Trio
‘Fishing’ featuring Jon Hamm & Glenn Kotche
Autumn Defense
Quindar
Story Pirates
Lithics
Skyway Man
The Expandards
Rough Francis
Circus Smirkus
Lakou Mizik Mdou Moctar
Wand
Buck Meek
DJ Funkhouser
Rani Arbo & Daisy Mayhem Family Show
3 day passes are available now and include $20 museum fee that allows guests access to the entire Mass MoCA gallery all weekend. Join us for a weekend of music, comedy, art and more at the largest contemporary art museum in the US.
Mass MoCA is located in North Adams, MA — nestled in the lovely northern Berkshire mountains, approximately 140 miles west of Boston, 160 miles north of NYC and 45 miles east of Albany. Nearest airports are Albany and Hartford/Springfield.
Wilco’s music and arts festival, Solid Sound, returns for its sixth year at Mass MoCA in downtown North Adams, Massachusetts this summer. Day 2 of 3 is Saturday, June 29th.
FEATURING:
Wilco (2 sets)
Courtney Barnett
The Feelies
Tortoise (2 sets)
Cate Le Bon
Jonathan Richman
John Hodgman’s Comedy Cabaret
Jeff Tweedy & Friends
The Minus 5
clipping.
Milo
Cup (Nels Cline & Yuka C. Honda)
Lonnie Holley
Rafiq Bhatia
Foxwarren
Julian Lage Trio
‘Fishing’ featuring Jon Hamm & Glenn Kotche
Autumn Defense
Quindar
Story Pirates
Lithics
Skyway Man
The Expandards
Rough Francis
Circus Smirkus
Lakou Mizik Mdou Moctar
Wand
Buck Meek
DJ Funkhouser
Rani Arbo & Daisy Mayhem Family Show
3 day passes are available now and include $20 museum fee that allows guests access to the entire Mass MoCA gallery all weekend. Join us for a weekend of music, comedy, art and more at the largest contemporary art museum in the US.
Mass MoCA is located in North Adams, MA — nestled in the lovely northern Berkshire mountains, approximately 140 miles west of Boston, 160 miles north of NYC and 45 miles east of Albany. Nearest airports are Albany and Hartford/Springfield.
Wilco’s music and arts festival, Solid Sound, returns for its sixth year at Mass MoCA in downtown North Adams, Massachusetts this summer. Day 1 of 3 is Friday, June 28th.
FEATURING:
Wilco (2 sets)
Courtney Barnett
The Feelies
Tortoise (2 sets)
Cate Le Bon
Jonathan Richman
John Hodgman’s Comedy Cabaret
Jeff Tweedy & Friends
The Minus 5
clipping.
Milo
Cup (Nels Cline & Yuka C. Honda)
Lonnie Holley
Rafiq Bhatia
Foxwarren
Julian Lage Trio
‘Fishing’ featuring Jon Hamm & Glenn Kotche
Autumn Defense
Quindar
Story Pirates
Lithics
Skyway Man
The Expandards
Rough Francis
Circus Smirkus
Lakou Mizik Mdou Moctar
Wand
Buck Meek
DJ Funkhouser
Rani Arbo & Daisy Mayhem Family Show
3 day passes are available now and include $20 museum fee that allows guests access to the entire Mass MoCA gallery all weekend. Join us for a weekend of music, comedy, art and more at the largest contemporary art museum in the US.
Mass MoCA is located in North Adams, MA — nestled in the lovely northern Berkshire mountains, approximately 140 miles west of Boston, 160 miles north of NYC and 45 miles east of Albany. Nearest airports are Albany and Hartford/Springfield.
Spend your post Valentines Day with Gypsy Layne! Returning for it’s 5th year in a row, Gypsy Layne heads up their new season at Oldcastle Theatre. New show, new numbers, new gypsy. Gypsy Layne is ready to tease their way into your hearts with their vivacious artistry and outrageous charms in an unabashed celebration of inclusivity and body-positivity.
Doors open at 7 pm for cocktail hour, chocolate raffle & sweet treats!
Showtime: 8pm
On March 2, 2019 from 1-4 PM it’s the Adirondack Pub & Brewery Barrel Fest. Beer lovers from all over the Northeast and beyond will make their annual pilgrimage to be a part of Adirondack Brewery’s Barrel Festival! As a special gift during the holidays, you can currently get tickets for Barrel Fest for $30 by using code “HolidaySpecial” when you’re purchasing your advance tickets. This deal will end on 12/31.
In addition to the wide array of beverages available to taste, you can enjoy live music, a HUGE bonfire, fireworks, a ‘burning man’ statue, free snacks from the Food Truck, and more!
Guest Lineup:
Stay tuned for a link posted here. The list of guest breweries, wineries, cideries, etc. is still being finalized!
Kegs & Eggs Brunch:
Barrel Fest traditionally boasts a lot of high ABV beers. We highly recommend eating a sizable breakfast before sampling all that the festival has to offer. What better way to do that than with Brunch at the Pub?!
Once again we will be hosting a Kegs & Eggs Brunch in our Barrel Room. Join us anytime starting at 11am and enjoy a brunch menu for just $12.00! Kegs & Eggs Brunch is included for FREE in the VIP ticket package.
** Some Kegs & Eggs items will be sold as our Restaurant specials for the weekend **
Tickets include entrance into Barrel Fest, a free souvenir sampling glass, 4 hours of sampling Barrel-Aged goodness, live music, and free snacks!
Tickets are $40 in advance and $45 the day of. Designated drivers are encouraged and receive free entry.
IT IS STRONGLY ENCOURAGED that attendees show up early for pre-registration. Pre-Registration will begin at 11 AM at the Restaurant. Grab your wristband and a warm up beer at the Pub. Gates and food will open early, but beer will not be flowing until 1 PM.
Come Pre-Register and get some brunch upstairs starting at 11am!
More information available at www.barrelfestlg.com
It’s hard to believe that it’s been 20 years since The Adirondack Pub & Brewery first opened their doors and became Lake George’s local brewery. They are going to be celebrating this milestone throughout 2019, and as part of Saratoga Beer Week they’ve partnered up with their friends at The Saratoga City Tavern for a Cheers to 20 Years Bash. Join founder/owner John Carr and many of the Adirondack Brewery crew as they sling a number of their classic favorites, and some of their newer offerings. They’ll also be bringing world class whiskey from High Peaks Distilling and a few extra surprises with them for the event.
Parents and students, are you thinking about life after high school?
Adults, are you looking for resources to go back to school, get more training, or change careers?
Let VSAC be your guide.
Join us for College & Career Pathways 2019—a FREE evening of workshops and a career resource fair to help you plan for future education, training, and career goals after high school.
Come get your questions answered, talk to Vermont experts, and learn about planning and paying for college or career training.
Parents and students, are you thinking about life after high school?
Adults, are you looking for resources to go back to school, get more training, or change careers?
Let VSAC be your guide.
Join us for College & Career Pathways 2019—a FREE evening of workshops and a career resource fair to help you plan for future education, training, and career goals after high school.
Come get your questions answered, talk to Vermont experts, and learn about planning and paying for college or career training.
