Love is in the air! Looking for a special way to celebrate your sweetheart this Valentine's Day? Book a romantic hotel package for two at one of Albany County's stunning hotels. Or, purchase tickets to a special event and celebrate in a unique way! Scroll on the details.
Romance Getaway
Location: The Morgan State House
Available To Book: Call toll-free 1 (888) 427-6063 or local (518) 427-6063 to check availability.
Book a romantic weekend stay for two at the Morgan State House! The site of a restored 1884 New York Style mansion, the Morgan State House is a lovely inn nestled on a tree-lined street overlooking Washington Park. Right in the heart of the capital city it's the perfect place to stay while exploring Albany. With the romance getaway package, enjoy a chilled bottle of champagne, complimentary parking, and discount vouchers to local restaurants and stores.
Annual St. Valentine Celebration
Location: American Italian Heritage Museum & Cultural Center
Date: February 9
Time: 1:00 PM
Visit the American Italian Museum & Cultural Center, the largest Italian American museum on the East Coast, for an Annual St. Valentine Celebration. Learn more about St. Valentine and how the holiday is celebrated. Plus, it is an opportunity to explore the variety of ongoing exhibits on display honoring and telling the Italian immigrant story and their contributions.
Watercolor Valentine's Day Card Paint and Sip
Location: Nine Pin
Date: February 8
Time: 6 PM to 8 PM
Price: $20
Share a special message with your Valentine during this paint and sip at Nine Pin. Each ticket incudes a 12 oz cider. You will follow written and verbal step-by-step guides to use basic watercolor techniques to make three watercolor Valentine's Day cards with envelopes included!
Albany Amour! Historic Love Stories & Cider Pairings
Location: Nine Pin Cider
Date: February 17
Time: 6 PM to 7 PM
Price: $20 per ticket includes 4 Flight Tasting | Couples Deal: $40 includes two tickets, two 4 flight tastings and one pizza
Searching for a unique way to celebrate Valentine's Day this year? Romance fans and history buffs are in for a treat! Discover Albany partnered with Nine Pin Cider for Albany Amour!. Discover Albany Director of Community Engagement Maeve McEneny-Johnson will share stories of sweet, scandalous, and downright notorious partnerships throughout Albany’s history. Each story has its own flavor of drama, from the traditional courtship of Alexander and Eliza Hamilton, the exceptional bravery of Stephen and Harriet Myers, and the insidious murderous affair at Historic Cherry Hill. Select stories will be paired with a specialty cider, handpicked by Nine Pin Cider, that embodies the spirit of the couple’s tale.
Candlelight: Valentine's Day Special
Location: The Kenmore Ballroom
Date: February 10 and February 14
Time: Concerts at 6 PM and 8:30 PM
Price: Varies
Bring your sweetheart to the Kenmore Ballroom for a special Valentine's Day performance! Enjoy a string concert under the glow of candlelight. Selections will include orchestral pieces from Romeo & Juliet, "Moon River" from Breakfast at Tiffany's, and "My Heart Will Go On" from Titanic.
Romance Packages
Location: The Century House
Available to Book: Tuesdays through Saturdays (require 24 hours advance notice)
The Century House, nestled in Latham, is an iconic family owned and operated hotel full of historic charm. The hotel offers several Romance packages throughout the year. Take advantage of one this February to add a touch of romance to your stay. The "Getaway" package offers dinner for two either in the restaurant or delivered directly to your room and a hotel breakfast. The "Romance" Package features a deluxe hotel room, chocolate covered strawberries and champagne upon arrival, dinner for two (in the restaurant or delivered to your room) and includes hotel breakfast. The "Romance Deluxe" includes all of luxuries of the "Romance" Package plus an upgrade to a suite!