Outdoor Activities in Albany

Parks, trails, outdoor events, and nature activities in Albany. Get outside and explore.

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Chess Class

Starts in 4 hrs · Sun, Apr 5, 8:30 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Albany Library — Edith Stone Room

For 2nd grade - teens. Each session will have a lesson, demonstration, “simul” play against our experienced chess guide, and open informal play. Beginners are welcome, but students should know the names of the pieces and how they move. Registration encouraged. Library staff may take photos, videos,.

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Albany Reads Discussion Group

Starts in 6 hrs · Sun, Apr 5, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Albany Library

Join us for a community discussion of Albany Reads 2026 selection, The Poet and the Silk Girl: A Memoir of Love, Imprisonment, and Protest by Albany author Satsuki Ina. Weaving together diary entries, photographs, clandestine correspondences, and haiku, psychotherapist and activist Satsuki Ina...

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Rabbit in the Moon - Documentary followed by Q&A with Emiko and Chizuko Omori

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Albany Library

Rabbit in the Moon is an award-winning documentary memoir produced by Emiko Omori and Chizuko Omori that examines the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II through personal testimony, archival footage, and storytelling. Framed through the Omori family’s experience, the film...

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Perler Bead Craft

In 3 days · Wed, Apr 8, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Albany Library · Ages 5+

Perler Beads are small multi-colored beads that you fuse together with an iron to create your own unique designs (library staff will be doing the ironing). Take home whatever you make! For ages 5 and older. Children under 8 must be with an adult. Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio...

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Toddler Dance Party

In 4 days · Thu, Apr 9, 5:30 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Albany Library — Edith Stone Room · Ages Up to 5

Little ones and their caregivers are invited to join us for a dance party (or sometimes a drop-in playtime). This is a great opportunity to have fun with your children and meet other families in the community. We'll provide the music and encourage you to dance along. Library staff may take photos,..

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Family Music Lab

In 1 week · Sun, Apr 12, 8:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Albany Library — Edith Stone Room

Play along to the beat on basic percussion instruments like hand drums, tambourines, shakers and more! All ages of children are welcome. We have instruments for babies and toddlers. Children under 8 must be with an adult. No experience necessary. Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio...