The SAM fund helps area musicians and their families that fall on hard times. Two back to back benefits will be held at the Stony Creek Ranch Resort in Stony Creek, New York on Friday, May 4th and Saturday, May 5th. Events will feature live music from local artists; Upper Hudson, The Stony Creek Band, Hooligan, Joeamo, The Cannonball Orchestra, and others.
For more info visit www.stonycreekranchresort.com or call (518) 696-2444.
1:30 p.m. – Front Business
3:00 p.m. – Naked Giants
4:30 p.m. – White Denim
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.
The 14th Annual Downtown Albany Restaurant Week returns Saturday, April 14, through Friday, April 20, 2018! An eclectic array of 18 eateries will offer unique, three-course, fixed-price meals for just $25. Each restaurant’s Restaurant Week 2018 meal is valued at a minimum of $35.
For a list of participating restaurants visit: https://downtownalbany.org/RW2018
Our Vinyl Night is being remixed for Albany Craft Beer Week!
We’ll be featuring some awesome craft beer cans, as well as curating delicious artisanal cheese & charcuterie specials.
Got a vinyl you wanna share? Bring it down and DJ Kitchen will be happy to spin it!
Check out our other events for #acbw2018 on our Facebook page, or at the official Albany Craft Beer Week website: https://
Bowl for Kids’ Sake is the primary funding source for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bennington County. Without community support at this event, Big Brothers Big Sisters would be unable to continue matching youth in the community with adult mentors. Youth mentoring has proven to increase performance in school and reduce the likelihood of drug or alcohol experimentation. By providing guidance and direction, volunteers help the children realize their self-worth and potential as an adult. Higher grades, lower chances of substance abuse, and an increase in self-esteem are just some of the rewards in this meaningful program. All money raised from this event will stay in the local area to help maintain current matches, and to build new ones.
**Each Team can have a maximum of 5 Bowlers. We ask that each person on the team raises $50 dollars, in addition to their $10 registration fee. If you would like a paper donation form or to register by phone, please contact Sam Kenyon at 802.442.5491 or SKenyon@ucsvt.org .**
HIGHEST FUNDRAISER WINS A CRUISE!!!!! Thanks to Global Link Travel the highest overall fundraiser will win a cruise for 2 on Norwegian Cruise Lines. The cruise departs from Troy, NY to NYC on September 1, 2018. It will sail to Port Canaveral, FL , Stirrup Cay, Bahamas and Nassau, Bahamas and back to NYC. The cruise is from September 1-8 on the Norwegian Gem. This is an inside cabin, but winner may choose to upgrade at an additional cost. ** (Transportation from Troy, NY to NYC, all taxes, tips and gratuities included.)
Register your team here! https://www.crowdrise.com/
Come support your favorite local bartender, Monday night April 2nd, at Morrissey’s in The Adelphi Hotel, Saratoga Springs as they showcase their best Albany Distilling cocktails. Each bartender will be sampling their cocktails all night for you to try. Rick Sicari and Johnny Curtin will be there to answer any questions you might have about ADCo. Albany Distilling Co. drink specials will be available at the bar. The event is free to come!
Come support your favorite local bartender, Monday night March 26, at The City Beer Hall as they showcase their best Albany Distilling cocktails. Each bartender will be sampling their cocktails all night for you to try. Rick Sicari and Johnny Curtin will be there to answer any questions you might have about ADCo. Albany Distilling Co. drink specials will be available at the bar. The event is free to come!
Come support your favorite local bartender, Monday night March 19, at Brown’s Brewing Company as they showcase their best Albany Distilling cocktails. Each bartender will be sampling their cocktails all night for you to try. Rick Sicari and Johnny Curtin will be there to answer any questions you might have about our products and giving out ADCo swag. Albany Distilling Co. drink specials will be available at the bar. The event is free to come!
Come support your favorite local bartender, Monday night March 12, at Slidin’ Dirty – Schenectady, NY as they showcase their best Albany Distilling cocktails. Each bartender will be sampling their cocktails all night for you to try. Rick Sicari and Johnny Curtin will be there to answer any questions you might have about ADCo. Albany Distilling Co. drink specials will be available at the bar. The event is free to come!
On Friday, May 18th, Nick Swardson is coming to The Egg in downtown Albany for an evening of comedy as a part of his Too Many Smells tour.
***TICKET LINK COMING SOON***
***TICKETS ON SALE TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC ON FRIDAY, MARCH 2ND AT 10AM***
The New York State Brewers Association is proud to announce the fifth annual New York Craft Brewers Festival taking place on Saturday March 3, 2018 at the Desmond Hotel in Albany, New York. The New York Craft Brewers Festival brings together over 60 New York Breweries (and brewers) from every region of the state featuring up to 150+ hard to find and award winning beers. This is a great opportunity to meet the NYS brewers that make the beer, and the owners of the local food scene in the Capital District that are such an important part of the community.
For more info visit: newyorkcraftbeer.com
***THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT***
Join EQX for a live broadcast at the 4th Annual Gathering of the Farm Cideries at Nine Pine Cider Works in downtown Albany.
The Gathering of the Farm Cideries is back! After last year’s SOLD OUT event, we are extremely excited to bring this premier New York State craft cider celebration back to Nine Pin Cider in Albany. This year will be our 4th annual Gathering and we are excited to have some new cideries joining us!
On Saturday February 17th, join us on Nine Pin’s production floor with farm cideries from all corners of the state for a tasting and market experience that only New York State can offer. Enjoy free samples of unique batches of ciders all made from New York apples with the ability to purchase limited and exclusive ciders by the growler, bottle, and can to go!
For more info visit: www.ninepincider.com
ALB.CBW.2018 will be filled to the brim with craft beer events held all over Albany emphasizing/celebrating the long-cultivated craft beer scene and elevated gastronomic fare that the area has to offer.
Bold dates/locations indicate official sponsors of Albany Craft Beer Week & Albany Craft Beer Festival 2018.
Saturday 4-7-18 @ Washington Ave Armory Albany Craft Beer Festival Sessions One (12-3pm) & Two (4-7pm)
Saturday 4-7-18 @ City Beer Hall: Official ALB.CBW.2018 Afterparty
Sunday 4-8-18 @ City Beer Hall: Official ALB.CBW.2018 Hangover Brunch
For more info visit: www.albanycraftbeerweek.com
Mike Birbiglia headlines MASS MoCA’s High Mud Comedy Festival, the museum’s annual mud season yuk-fest, which returns to North Adams stacked with comedy-club kings and queens, funny film, uncommon workshops, half-brewed beer tastings, mocking museum tours (and whatever else we can think to poke fun at). Storytelling funny man and This American Life regular Mike Birbiglia is joined by comedic songstress Nellie McKay and former Saturday Night Live castmember Sasheer Zamata’s Party Time!, with more comedic talent to be announced soon. High Mud will deliver a thousand laughs a minute during two nights of stand-up in MASS MoCA’s Hunter Center. Come early for an afternoon of comedy adventures. This is mud season in the Berkshires — we celebrate!
Come enjoy samples of chowder from local restaurants in Saratoga Springs at the 20th Annual Saratoga Chowderfest on February 3rd, 2018!
Part of Winterfest, Chowderfest is the perfect activity for a cold winter’s day. Stroll through downtown Saratoga and purchase a $1 cup (3 oz. serving) of chowder from as many participating establishments as you’d like! Some restaurants will be offering classic varieties, while some may be serving original, unique concoctions! After you’ve enjoyed sample after sample of delicious, warm chowder, vote for your favorite.
True Brew Magazine presents MARDI GRAS LIVE! Saturday, February 17th, 7pm, at Cohoes Music Hall. Join us for an evening of New Orleans inspired revelry and fun. With live music from Justin Henricks! Starring members of Wurliday, the Chronicles, and special guest Girl Blue doing live sets of classic Zydeco Rhythm & Blues to get the party rockin’. This Masquerade will feature fortune tellers, palm readers, beads, masks, and all of the other debauchery that one might expect at Mardi Gras in New Orleans. Featuring Jambaylaya, Gumbo and other Cajun fare by Nanola Restaurant. Delicious Craft Beer from Magic Hat. Wine, Cider and More.
This is a 21 and older event.
Join Jeff and Nicki for the second of two back to back live broadcasts on Friday, January 19th. They will be at King Neptune’s Pub on Lake George during Paradox Saints’ set from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Don’t miss you chance to win an overnight stay at The Holiday Inn Resort lake George.
Join Jeff and Nicki for the first of two back to back live broadcasts on Friday, January 19th. They will be at the Adirondack Pub and Brewery for the Funky Ice Festival in Lake George from 4pm to 6pm.
Head to Saratoga for their Restaurant Week and try something tasty and new!
December 1-7, 2017
Three-Course Dinner | $10, $20 or $30
Lunch Specials | $5 or $10
Enjoy the 13th Annual Saratoga County Winter Restaurant Week from December 1-7, 2017. Get a 3-Course dinner for just $10, $20 or $30 plus tax & tip at participating Saratoga County restaurants! Start off with your choice of an appetizer or salad, then choose from a menu of delicious entrees, and top it off with a decadent dessert! Some participating restaurants are offering lunch specials for just $5 or $10 plus tax & tip. Saratoga Restaurant Week is the perfect time to get out and try new restaurants in the Saratoga County. Reservations are suggested!
Check HERE for a full list of participating restaurants.
Celebrate the grand opening of the Downtown Albany Dog Park with a reception immediately following the park’s ribbon cutting!
The reception will include light refreshments and a cash bar featuring great drink specials from the Olde English Pub.
Raffle tickets for pawsome prizes, courtesy of local businesses, will be available for purchase. All proceeds benefit the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society and the continued revitalization of downtown Albany.
