Yuri Sushi

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.

Alright it’s time for the Altamont Fair! This three-county annual 6-day festival goes round and round with kid-friendly attractions like the Disc-Connected K.9’s, a group of Frisbee catching dogs, racing pigs, a Two by Two Zoo, Ferris Wheel rides and hours of music, food and fun for the whole family.

Visit the past when you enjoy an artful day at the Albany Institute of History & Art. Peruse one of the oldest museums in the nation. See attractions and collections that interpret, preserve and promote the history, art and culture of Albany and the upper Hudson Valley through objects from the late 17th century to present.