The City of Albany, NY Office of Special Events plans, produces and co-sponsors an array of fairs, festivals, and concerts promoting art, entertainment and cultural interest for all ages.
This highly anticipated spring festival celebrates its 62nd year in 2010 as over 200,000 tulip bulbs blossom into a sea of colors just in time for Mother's Day. Historic events take place annually during this three day festival including the street scrubbing on State Street and the Tulip Queen Coronation.
Albany's signature Jazz Festival, now celebrating its 9th year, continues to present a dazzling line-up of Jazz Greats earning a solid reputation among jazz enthusiasts.