New York State Capitol - “Capitol Hauntings” Tours
Through-out October: Join the “ghost hunting” Capitol Tour Guides as they take you through the “hot spots” of the Capitol. Brave visitors will make their way to the exact spot where Samuel Abbott, the Capitol’s night watchman died in the Capitol fire of 1911. Then they will explore the legend of the “Secret Demon” near the Great Western Staircase. Find out which two US Presidents visited the Capitol after they died and learn about the state Assembly Chamber’s secret, hidden murals and the tormented artist who created them.  www.ogs.state.ny.us

Albany Trolley's Ghost Hunting Tour
Various October Dates: Get into the spirit of the Halloween season! Hop aboard the Albany Trolleys for this spooky one-hour tour to experience haunting, ghosts and stories of those who have passed on. Hear tales of murder, hangings and even a mutiny in the Capital City.  Discover who’s: in the  (“The Dungeon”) of the New York State Education Building and who’s lurking on the fourth floor of the State Capitol. You might even catch a glimpse “The Union,” an old-fashioned train making its way through the city as several men stand in a silent vigil over the ornate coffin of Abraham Lincoln.  www.albanyaquaducks.com

New York State Museum - Monster Mash and Bash
Various October Dates: Children are invited to the Monster Mash and Bash. Enjoy face painting and take-home crafts, and wear costumes for the spirited holiday parade each day at 1–1:30pm.  www.nysm.nysed.gov

Bats: Designed for Darkness at the Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center
October 8: This night hike will offer a glimpse into the adaptations of bats to the nocturnal world.  We will keep our eyes open for the four species of bats that live in the preserve as we learn about their unique characteristics. 6:30-8pm.  www.albanypinebush.org

Halloween Howl Prowl at the Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center
October 22 & 23: Join us for a howling good time at the Discovery Center!  Our annual Howl Prowl will begin inside the Center with hands-on exploration of Halloween topics including skulls, bats, spiders, night time sounds and more. We’ll continue outside for a hike to discover the Pine Bush at night and conclude the evening with savory sweets of cider and donuts. 6:30-8pm. www.albanypinebush.org

Albany Aqua Ducks & Loudonville Fire Department HAUNTED DUCK TOUR
October 29: During this VERY spooky tour and SPLASHDOWN - you will experience hauntings, ghosts, and the stories of those who have passed on…and, tales of murder, hangings and even a mutiny. First by land and then by water! 6pm. www.albanyaquaducks.com

28th Annual Halloween at Howe Caverns
October 29: This annual charity benefit takes visitors on a journey 156 feet below the earth’s surface into the great prehistoric underground cavern six million years in the making for a “haunted cave” adventure filled with monsters and giggles. www.howecaverns.com

Knick at Night at the Knickerbocker Mansion  
October 29, 30 & 31: Featuring candlelight visits with Ghosts from Old Schaghticoke at the “haunted” 18th Century Mansion. 6-9pm. www.knickmansion.com

Trick or Treat with the Albany Aqua ducks
October 30 & 31: Come join our ghouls, witches and goblins on a trick or treat adventure through the streets of Albany as we hoist treats aboard our duck at many of our historical stops, and head to SPLASHDOWN into the Hudson where Halloween cookies will be handed out on the Pumpkin Duck! Plan to wear your spookiest, prettiest or funniest costume! www.albanyaquaducks.com

For more information on Halloween events and activities in the Capital Region, please call the Albany County Convention and Visitors Bureau at (800) 258-3582 or visit www.albany.org.
Albany, An Amazing Discovery!

Albany County Convention and Visitors Bureau
 25 Quackenbush Square, Albany, NY 12207 | (800) 258-3582 | www.albany.org