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.
Stumble off the beaten path to raise a glass at Altamont Vineyard and Winery. This tasting room and gift shop is the creation of years of cultivating wine to taste as remarkable as wines found at the vineyards of Italy. Say cheers to perfect wines and picturesque vistas when you toast this hidden treasure.
Harvest a 75-year-old treasure. Capital District Farmers Market offers farm fresh goodness from area farmers delivering seasonal produce for your home-cooked meals. Check out the website so you don't miss out on the Saturday Retail Market where local artisans market their wares. Your day is off to a fresh start here!
Explore an underground adventure! Step inside an elevator to travel 156 feet underground to enter a prehistoric cave in the making for a mere 6 million years. Howe Caverns Adventure Park is home to the most remarkable and mesmerizing limestone. The stalactites, stalagmites and flowstone formations are the best you'll ever see.
Mapleland Farms is a sweet invitation to take a short drive from Albany to discover everything you ever wanted to know about maple syrup. This hidden treasure offers a sugary opportunity to learn about, sample and purchase award-winning maple syrup and other sweet sensations crafted at this five-generation farm.