Capital Region food enthusiasts can enjoy great dining specials through Schenectady Restaurant Week, different varieties of macaroni and cheese at the Hannaford MAAC-n-Cheese Fest, and there are a slew of other incredible events going on from a home and lifestyle show to a guided hike and more.
For the Foodies
through Sunday, March 4
Schenectady Restuarant Week is happening now through Sunday! Participating restaurants are offering meals valued at $35 or more for just $25.
Friday, March 2
For just $8 you can enjoy five macaroni and cheese samples from participating restaurants at the Hannaford MAAC-n-Cheese Fest, taking place at the Albany Capital Center. The event will also feature the semi-final round of the inaugural I Love New York 3-on-3 MAAC Corporate Basketball Challenge. And, craft beer tasting tickets will be available as well – they’re $5 for three samples.
Kids Fun
Sunday, March 4
Kids can experiment with puffy cloud dough at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library on Sunday – dress for a mess! Registration is required.
Saturday, March 3
The Hannaford Kidz Expo is returning to the Empire State Plaza this weekend! The Octonauts will be in attendance, along with a number of fun activities, performances, and vendors. There will be laser tag, reptile adventures, bounce rides, a toddler zone, and much more.
Bunny Arrival at Colonie Center
Saturday, March 3
Colonie Center is celebrating the arrival of the Easter Bunny with kids activities like arts and crafts, face painting, a magic show, and more.
Learn to Skate Clinic at Empire Skate Plaza
Saturday, March 3
Want to take advantage of ice skating while it’s still winter? The Empire Skate Plaza is offering a Learn to Skate Clinic on Saturday with free admission and free skate rentals. This is a great chance to teach your kids about this fun pastime!
An Incredible Home Show
Saratoga Home & Lifestyle Show
Friday, March 2 to Sunday, March 4
The Saratoga Home & Lifestyle Show is happening throughout the weekend at the Saratoga Springs City Center and there’s free admission! You can check out a range of home and lifestyle businesses and there will be other fun happenings going on, like a Mac ‘n Cheese Bake Off on Saturday and kids activities on Sunday.
Unique Live Music
Insane Clown Posse at Upstate Concert Hall
Sunday, March 4
Who remembers Insane Clown Posse? This hip hop/rap group is performing at Upstate Concert Hall on Sunday along with several other groups. Tickets are $25 in advance or $28 the day of the show.
A Hike With a Purpose
Invasive Species Guided Hike at Vischer Ferry Nature & Historic Preserve
Friday, March 2
A guided hike centered around invasive species awareness is taking place at Vischer Ferry Nature & Historic Preserve as part of National Invasive Species Week. The hike will last up to two hours. Reservations are required.
