Key Bank

Rediscover romance at The Red Cottage. Surround yourselves at secluded hideaway moments from Albany. This peaceful romantic retreat nestled amidst three acres of lush gardens and trees offers quaint furnishings, a laundry list of amenities, and an array of restaurants and entertainment nearby offering the perfect rendezvous getaway for two.

1st Friday is a treasure trove of fun. The one-night extravaganza is a sidewalk showcase for numerous gallery openings, one-night shows, local shops, restaurants and live entertainment. Locals know this Friday night commerce stays open late for artistic fun in Albany's downtown center square.

Old McDonald had a farm! Take the kids to see horses, cows, pigs, goats and other animal attractions at the Indian Ladder Farms. Pick apples from the apple orchid and see fresh apple juice made at the Cider House. Explore a real working farm founded in 1915 with its original farm house and barn.

Enjoy a thrill a minute at Six Flags Great Escape & Splashwater Kingdom. This number one theme park is your ticket across a 140-acre playground riddled with awesome thrill rides on some of the tallest and fastest roller coasters like the Comet. You can also get wet and wild on rides like the Cliffhanger speed slide.