Albany Spring Guide: Discover Some of the Best Things to Do This Spring Season

As CDC regulations are still in place, some may be having second thoughts of traveling at the moment. So here is a Spring edition of local activities you can travel (some virtually) to. 

The Albany Tulip Festival:

The Tulip Festival is one of the most popular annual events in Albany NY and draws tens of thousands of people to Washington Park each year. 2020 is different than your average year, though, as the COVID-19 pandemic has forced us all to stay home to stop the spread of the virus. Although all of the Tulip Festival's in-person traditions and happenings have been canceled for this year, we can still enjoy the 2020 Tulip Festival virtually, thanks to Discover Albany, the City of Albany's Office of Cultural Affairs, and Citizens Bank.
Virtual Tulip Fest Highlights:

• Musical and magical performances
  • Tune into the Albany Events YouTube channel at noon on Saturday, May 9, to see musical performances from local talents like The Age, Erin Harkes, Hartley's Encore, Caity Gallagher, and many others. There will also be a magic show just for kids by Melvin the Magnificent.
• Over 100,000 tulips in bloom
  • City gardeners will provide frequent video and photo updates so you can still experience the beauty of the tulips from the comfort and safety of your own home. View their video updates on the Albany Events YouTube channel.
• #518TulipTracker
  • Post photos of your own tulips or tulips that you see when you're out on walks or drives around your area
• Self-guided tulip and garden driving tour
  • Follow Discover Albany's route to admire tulips and other flowers in and around Albany County, just remember to continue practicing social distancing!
• Takeout specials from local restaurants
• More tulip-related social distancing activities and online content

Details for the 2021 Albany Tulip Festival are still being finalized, be sure to check back for updates.

​St. Patricks Plans:

St. Patrick's Day is a festive time of year as people dress up in green, enjoy some corned beef and a pint of Guinness, and celebrate all things Irish. In Albany and the Capital Region, you can always look forward to holiday dining specials at local restaurants and bars, live music, and other festivities. St. Patrick's Day is always filled with amazing activities, so always remember to plan ahead!

The food. The drinks. The music. The atmosphere. There's something special about St. Patrick's Day in the Albany area. If you're ready to unleash your inner Irish, check out these St. Patrick's Day events. 

Here is a list of all of the different St.Patrick’s Day events available this 2021. 

Golfing in Albany:
The Capital Region area has numerous and varied golf courses, from championship level to family-friendly mini golf. In addition to public and private courses and country clubs, you can also find driving ranges, golf instructors and a couple indoor golf facilities for year-round practice. 

Golf is fun because of the number of possibilities it offers to stop players from getting bored. Anyone can enjoy playing all kinds of different golf game types either alone, with friends or total strangers. And all while enjoying the great outdoors and getting a bit of exercise at the same time. Browse the golfing options here to find just what you are searching for.

As always, we’re here to help when traveling inspiration is needed. We are abroad, and local experts ready to help you create the best experience possible. Call us today and Let’s Get Busy Livin’! 

Safe Travels,
Dan.