Find Out What's Happening Locally In Our Albany NY News Roundup
From new business openings, to exciting updates about events, to major community announcements, our Albany NY news roundup has you covered. Check out what's going on in the city and Capital Region!
Experience the Magic! Altamont Fairgrounds to Host Stunning Holiday Lights Event
Are you ready for another magical holiday season in the Capital Region? Beginning November 22nd and continuing through January 4th, Family Entertainment Live will present the Magic of Lights at the Altamont Fairgrounds in Altamont, NY!
Magic of Lights is a stunning drive-thru holiday lights experience in which visitors can immerse themselves in a dazzling display of more than 2 million LED lights, offering a memorable outing for families and friends alike.
As you drive through the decorated fairgrounds, you will be treated to dozens of towering steel-framed displays, intricately designed and animated with vibrant colors. Each display is hand-built using over 10 miles of steel and LED lighting, with some displays as tall as 32 feet!
Look forward to seeing the larger-than-life Holiday Barbie™ display, the supersized Bigfoot® Monster Truck, life-sized dinosaurs of Prehistoric Christmas, and more.
The event will run nightly from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM Monday through Thursday, with extended hours until 10:00 PM on Fridays and weekends. Tickets are available now at a special Santa Saver price, making now the best time to plan a family outing or festive gathering to experience the magic firsthand. Ticket prices are per carload.
Don't miss out on this spectacular new addition to the Capital Region’s holiday season! Check out https://magicoflights.com/ for more details.
Celebrate the Season at The Balloonary's Festive Pop-Up Shop
Get ready for the holidays in the Capital Region as The Balloonary opens its new pop-up shop at Stuyvesant Plaza on October 28!
The Balloonary is a local women-owned business in Albany founded by Nina Young and Stephanie Turcotte. Known for their creative balloon designs, the store will be offering a fun selection of hosting gifts, party supplies, balloon décor, holiday gear, pantry items, unique glassware, and more.
After making your holiday purchases, be sure to stop by the gift-wrapping area for that final touch!
The shop, located between Lola Saratoga and Warby Parker, is sure to become a must-visit spot for holiday shoppers at the Plaza. It will be open through December 31, 2024.
New Bakery Brings Sweet Delights to Downtown Troy
Luis Medina, a seasoned baker with a background in sustainable food systems, has turned his longtime dream into a reality by opening a new bakery in downtown Troy on October 5.
The Flour Bender Bakeshop offers a unique, high quality selection of baked goods made from scratch using simple, locally sourced ingredients.
Patrons will find an array of cakes, cookies, pop tarts, and standout items like the rich devil's food cake squares topped with milk chocolate Swiss meringue buttercream, pictured above.
The positive reviews are already rolling in on Google, with commenters saying, "Baked goods tasted excellent!" "Loved the coffee and the carrot cake! Great customer service and atmosphere!" and "And every cookie is AMAZING but I especially enjoyed the lemon ricotta and the salted chocolate chunk!"
Sources:
- News 10ABC: New bakery opening in downtown Troy