The All-Hallow E'en Festival lives on! See what eerie experiences, not-so-scary family friendly events, and fall fun festivities are on the calendar for this week! Plus find things to do during the long weekend and Indigenous People's Day. Scroll on for thrilling Halloween happenings during the second week of Albany's All-Hallow E'en Festival.
- Family Friendly Events
- Haunted & Eerie Events
- All-Hallow E'en Arts & Entertainment
- General Fall Events
- Other Can't Miss Events
Family Friendly Events
All Hallow E’en Art Path
On view 24/7, all October long! | Downtown Albany
Inspired by the original 1904 & 1905 All-Hallow E’en Festival where local businesses showcased festive window displays, Albany Center Gallery has teamed up with local artists and businesses to create a stunning array of fall-inspired window art and outdoor murals. Explore this vibrant art path split between Maiden Lane near the gallery and Quackenbush Square outside of the Discover Albany's Visitor Center.
The Egg Presents: Encanto Sing-Along Film Concert
Wednesday, October 9 | 6 PM | The Egg
Join the Madrigal family for a fantastical and magical sing-along celebration! A live band will accompany a screening of the film. Attendees are welcome to dress up as their favorite Encanto characters.
Pumpkin Party on the Hill
Saturday, October 12 | 12 PM to 3 PM | Historic Cherry Hill
Join Albany Barn and Historic Cherry Hill for this free, all-ages event. At the Pumpkin Party, the winners of Cherry Hill's pumpkin carving contest will be revealed. Enjoy a fun day amongst jack-o-lantern art, vote for your favorite, and do a little carving of your own.
Cider Sunday
Sunday, October 13 | 11 AM to 5 PM | Samascott Orchards
Venture out to Samascott Orchards to enjoy a family-friendly outdoor event featuring Nine Pin cider, apple-picking, food trucks, and live music.
Discover the All Hallow E'en Art Path - Pumpkin Painting Day
Monday, October 14 | 11 AM to 12 PM | Discover Albany Visitors Center
Looking for a family-friendly, free event during this day off from school? Join Discover Albany on Indigenous People's Day for a series of fun, fall activities. Embark on a scavenger hunt along the All-Hallow E'en Art Path and let creativity flourish with pumpkin painting. Learn about the Native Americans and early Dutch colonists with the Early Life in Albany touch table featuring real animal pelts. Plus enjoy free refreshments!
Haunted & Eerie Events
City Seance Ghost Tour
Tuesday, October 8, Wednesday October 9, and Friday, October 11 (Tours offered through October 30) | 7 PM to 9 PM | Meet at Discover Albany Visitors Center
Who are the famous spirits that linger around in the capital city? Will you be able to conjure these spirits as you journey through downtown Albany? Find out during this theatrical tour presented by Discover Albany and Capital Repertory Theatre!
New York State Capitol Hauntings Tour
Tours on Wednesday, October 9, Thursday October 10, and Friday, October 11 (Tours offered through November 1) | Tours at 5 PM & 6 PM | New York State Capitol
The historic New York State Capitol is known for strange or supernatural occurrences, what spirits still roam this state landmark? Find out during a free, Capitol Hauntings tour!
Mulled Wine & Murder
Wednesday, October 9 at 5:30 PM | Historic Cherry Hill
Travel back in time to an eerie event in Cherry Hill's history. This event will tell the story of an infamous murder that took place at the historic site in 1827. Sip on mulled wine and taste foods from that year by the glow of jack-o-lantern light. Then trace in the footsteps of the crime on a murder-themed tour of the house. This tasting event is in collaboration with the Siena Beverage Institute.
Murder at Cherry Hill
Thursday, October 10 Friday, October 11 and Saturday, October 12. (Tours run from Oct. 10 to Oct. 26) | Tours at 5:30 PM & 7:00 PM | Historic Cherry Hill
Follow the footsteps of an infamous murderer who's harrowing story took place at Cherry Hill in 1827. This murder resulted in two sensational trials and Albany's final public hanging. Relive that night during one of Cherry Hill's popular October tours.
Manifestations: A Shaker Ghost Tour
Saturday, October 12 (Tours offered through Oct. 24) | 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM | Shaker Heritage Society
The Shakers never saw the spirit world as frightening, instead they embraced visions, dreams, and communication with those who have departed. Dive into the spirit world and pull back the veil between our realm and the next at America's First Shaker Settlement. Learn stories of Shakers who once walked in the world of the living.
Eerie Albany Historic Ghost Tour
Sundays, October 13 (Tours offered every Sunday through oct. 27) | 11 AM to 12:30 PM | Discover Albany Visitors Center
Join Discover Albany for this 90-minute walking tour exploring Albany's eerie history. Who is the ghostly figure who lingers past closing time at the historic Olde English Pub? What mysteries lie within the beautiful homes lining Ten Broeck Triangle? Uncover this and more - if you DARE!
