Clifton Park and the rest of the Capital Region are ready to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Weekend. Discover where and when the various MLK celebrations will take place, and don’t miss out on the other fun events happening this weekend!
Capital Region Annual Events
Hattie’s 16th Annual Mardi Gras Benefit
Saturday, January 14
Hattie’s 16th annual Mardi Gras Benefit event is set to take place this Saturday at the Canfield Casino in Saratoga Springs. The event will feature a cash bar, silent auction, and more! This year’s proceeds will go toward supporting Caffe Lena.
Annual Albany Chefs’ Food & Wine Festival
Thursday, January 12 – Saturday, January 14
In benefit of the arts community in Albany, the annual Albany Chefs’ Food & Wine Festival will be held from Thursday through Saturday this weekend! The festival will feature the Battle of the Bartenders, a Grand Tasting & Seminars, and more.
Fun Things To Do For Kids/Families
Saturday, January 14 & Sunday, January 15
Gore Mountain’s MLK Weekend Holiday Camp is the perfect opportunity for kids ages 4-12 to learn about skiing/riding while meeting new friends! The camp is open to all abilities, and it will run for two days. The cost to attend is $230 per kid, or $285 with rentals included.
Open Daily through March 12
Bring the family over to the Empire State Plaza Ice Rink for free ice skating throughout the winter season! Rentals are available whenever the ice rink is open.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Weekend Celebrations
Friday, January 13
Check out the Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs for the Dr. King Challenge this Friday at 6:00pm. This community event will feature performances by Heavenly Echoes, Soul Rebel Performance Troupe, and others. Admission is a $10 donation.
Roger Tincknell Family Concert in Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Monday, January 16
Join the Clifton Park – Halfmoon Public Library for the Roger Tincknell Family Concert in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This interactive concert will celebrate the civil rights movement through music and stories. No registration is required.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2017 Day of Service Community Event
Monday, January 16
Visit the Saratoga Springs Public Library for a Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2017 Day of Service Community Event this Monday from 9:00am-12:30pm. There will be volunteer opportunities and projects to take part in, such as knitting and crocheting scarves for the homeless.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2017 Community Celebration
Monday, January 16
A Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2017 Community Celebration will be held at the Saratoga Springs Music Hall this Monday from 2:00pm-4:15pm. The event will include a keynote speaker, live performances, and more.
20th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Labor Celebration at Thomas O’Brien Academy
Monday, January 16
Thomas O’Brien Academy in Albany will host its 20th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Labor Celebration this Monday from 11:30am-2:00pm. The celebration will feature keynote speakers, performances, and children’s workshops.
Free Admission Day: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Monday, January 16
In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the Albany Institute of History & Art will offer free admission from 10:00am-5:00pm! A special drop-in art making project will take place from 10:00am-4:30pm.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Observance at Empire State Plaza
Monday, January 16
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Observance at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center will be held this Monday from 8:30am-11:30am. The keynote speaker will be Geoffrey Canada, and there will be multiple live performances as well!
