About the Area
Welcome to Albany County!
It’s a great place to live, work, visit and raise a family. There are so many unique locations to discover from the New York State Capitol and Empire State Plaza to museums in Albany. We have breathtaking sites like Cohoes Falls or views from Thacher Park and the Helderberg Escarpment. The Albany County Rail Trail and Lawson Lake offer picturesque locales for recreation. And when it comes to sporting events and concerts, our MVPA Arena has undergone a major transformation and is the premier spot for entertainment. Whether you’re looking for a day trip, or longer, to enjoy historical and cultural sites or natural landscapes or planning a business conference, Albany County has so much to offer.
Daniel P. McCoy
Albany County Executive
About the Area
Albany County is a vibrant community full of small businesses, locally-owned restaurants and plenty of exciting things to do. Searching for more information about parking in Downtown Albany? A detailed history of Albany? Information on local colleges & universities? Business & Community resources? You have come to the right place to Discover Albany!
Transportation & Maps
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Business & Community Services
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LGBTQ Resources
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Colleges & Universities
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City of Albany Neighborhoods
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Cities and Towns
From charming rural towns, to bustling suburbs, to energetic cities, Albany County is full of discoveries. Each place boasts... More
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Free & Frugal: December
This December, our gift to you is this list of free and frugal events for each week of the month. More
2023 Guide to Holiday Events & Experiences in Albany County
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Ways to Give Back This Holiday Season
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