Crazy Daze “Christmas in July” is July 10-12

Crazy Daze “Christmas in July” is July 10-12

You don’t want to miss Crazy Daze, Thursday through Saturday, July 10-12. It’s Downtown Albany’s oldest event! First held in in 1898, the event was originally called Bargain Days. This year’s theme is Christmas in July. Merchants set out their goods along the...
Volunteer Spotlight: Valeria J. Corona Vigil

Volunteer Spotlight: Valeria J. Corona Vigil

This month, we are proud to highlight Valeria J. Corona Vigil , our high school board member and a senior at South Albany High School. Valeria joined the Albany Downtown Association board last fall and will complete her term this summer. She also serves on the Design...
Meet the Neighbors: Downtown Legacy Businesses

Meet the Neighbors: Downtown Legacy Businesses

Downtown Albany is what it is today thanks to many legacy businesses. The entrepreneurial spirit and dedication of these families is inspiring. This is the third in a series of articles to share our legacy businesses with you. The Frame House – 58 years 434...
Shop for Mom Downtown

Shop for Mom Downtown

Are you looking for that perfect gift for Mom? Downtown Albany is the perfect spot to find unique items and support local businesses. From specialty shops to women’s fashions, there are lots of options and friendly knowledgeable staff to help make the perfect...
Celebrate National Historic Preservation Month

Celebrate National Historic Preservation Month

May is National Preservation Month, a time to celebrate our love for history with exciting events that are happening Downtown. Our partners at the Albany Visitor’s Association (AVA) have curated a list of some of their favorite events to help you get started. However,...
Volunteers Needed for Flower Baskets Day on May 18

Volunteers Needed for Flower Baskets Day on May 18

Spring is blooming in Downtown Albany, and our signature flower baskets are ready to return. These colorful blooms are a favorite spring tradition, and we’d love your help to make them happen— through sponsorship or volunteering. Our basket sponsors are the reason...