Times Square to be Focal Point for Hundreds of Thousands of Revelers and Television Viewers on December 31
New York City - NYC & Company, the official marketing, tourism and partnership organization for New York City, has announced activities surrounding the 2009 New Year’s Eve festivities. The year-end celebration brings hundreds of thousands of people to Times Square, one of the most famous gathering spots in the world. As visitors and residents watch the world-famous New Year’s Eve Ball descend from the flagpole atop One Times Square at midnight on the last day of the year, the eyes of the world are squarely on New York City. Read more »
Albany, N.Y. — During the holiday season, there are magical shows to see, a wonderland of lights to tour, and a wealth of special events to savor. For very special shopping, there are the Holiday Gift Expo at the Albany Institute of History and Art, the Chocolate Expo at the New York State Museum and the Shaker Craft Fair at the Shaker Heritage Society.
Great performances include Elton John with Billy Joel and the Trans Siberian Orchestra at the Times Union Center, My Fair Lady at Capital Repertory Theatre and the Albany Symphony’s Magic of Christmas at the Palace Theater. Holiday shows at The Egg include Cherish the Ladies and The Nutcracker. Scrooge in Concert and d the Vienna Choir Boys are at the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall. Disney’s Beauty and the Beast takes the stage at Cohoes Music Hall, while Disney on Ice Presents Celebrations at the Times Union Center. Read more »
Owego, NY – The 3rd Annual “Lights on the River” Festival will light up Owego on Friday, December 4, from 5:30-8:30 pm in downtown Owego. The lights and decorative trim will be turned on at 6:00 pm with a community countdown in front of the Courthouse Square (south side), followed by holiday festivities, food, entertainment and more in the shops, restaurants, streets, and Riverwalk concluding with a fantastic fireworks display at 8 pm at Draper Park. Read more »
New York, NY - With the winter holidays on the horizon, New York State (http://www.iloveny.com/) is preparing for a season full of merriment and holiday spirit featuring festive events and value-added hotel packages across its 11 vacation regions. Here are some of the winter activities and deals travelers can expect this season. Read more »
Haunted Houses, Sport Horses & Harvest Festivals
Syracuse, NY - It’s All Hallows’ Eve, are you ready for some ghoulish, gruesome frights? Muahahaha! That just doesn’t look as scary as it sounds when it’s typed out like that. But you get the idea.
For spine-chilling, hair-raising, just plain weird fun, check out some spooky Syracuse Halloween activities to put you in the monster mash mood. Don’t be afraid to click here. Read more »
Albany, N.Y. — The Capital City on the Hudson River has a November that’s packed with special events and great performances.
The celebration of the 400th anniversary of Albany’s discovery by explorer Henry Hudson continues with special lectures, art displays and more. At the Empire state Plaza, the 38th Annual Festival of Nations takes place on November 1, with the site of the nation’s first Shaker settlement holding its annual Christmas Craft Fair.
Throughout November, The Egg welcomes performances by Lyle Lovett, John Prine, Arlo Guthrie and other fabulous performers. The Palace features the Dark Star Orchestra and The Wiggles as they “Go Bananas”. At the Times Union Center, Metallica and PHISH are in concert, while River Rats’ hockey settles in for a long stretch on home ice. My Fair Lady opens at Capital Repertory Theatre, and while Michael W. Smith brings his New Hallelujah World Tour to the Washington Avenue Armory.
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Howes Cave, N.Y. — Take a journey underground for the thrills and chills of a “haunted” cave during the 27th Annual Halloween at Howe Caverns charity benefit– one night only — from 5:30 to 8; 30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 30.
In this land of ghoulish delights, be captivated by Ghoulia Childs cooking up something very special, or meet the rogues that live on Ghouligans Island.
It’s all part of more than 20 spook-tacular scenes 156-feet below the earth’s surface, guaranteed to bring out Goosebumps and giggles. Read more »
