This guide was created to help make the month of August a little bit easier for you!
Scroll to the bottom for a list of fairs.
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ACE GYMNASTICS
At Ace Gymnastics our goal is to provide the finest gymnastics training in the Capital Region! From our state-of-the-art facility to our elite level staff everything about our program is FIRST CLASS. All of our students will be treated with respect and taught in a progressive and positive way! Welcoming students from Latham, Clifton Park, Schenectady, Troy, Colonie, and the entire Albany region.
19 Warehouse Row, Albany NY 12205
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Phone #: 518-977-3028
Email: info@
ADIRONDACK TAEKWONDO
Four lessons with a FREE uniform $50
1593B Route 9, Clifton Park, NY 12065
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Phone #: 518-373-0442
Email: [email protected]
AN CLÁR SCHOOL OF IRISH DANCE
2 Locations: Albany, NY & Byram, NJ
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Email: [email protected]
BAILIWICK ANIMAL PARK
Come visit the Bailiwick Animal Park in Catskill, NY and get up close and learn all about our animals from cute bunnies to majestic bengal tigers, most of which are rescues. Over 35 exhibits of exotic and domestic animals, playground, picnic area, petting & feeding areas, gift shop, pony rides and horseback riding. Open daily from 10am to 5pm. Cash only. ATM on premises.
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Phone #: 518-678-5665
Email: [email protected]
BLUE IRIS PHOTOGRAPHY
Use Code CDM50OFF to get $50 off! Offer expires 12/24.
We hope everyone is having a really great and memorable summer with their little ones! Blue Iris Photography specializes in Maternity and Newborn sessions.
For a limited time, we are offering a one hour “Precious Petite Newborn Mini” session. With three newborn session types we hope to have the perfect fit for each expectant couple.
Other great options:
– Maternity / Newborn Bundle
– Heart and Soul Newborn Session
– Short and Sweet Newborn Session
– The Precious Petite Newborn Session
– Baby’s First Year Plan
– First Birthday Session
– Full Custom Family Session (may also use for a Custom Garden session)
– Senior Session
Visit https://app.usesession.com/business/booking-site to book a session.
We hope to see you this month, while our gardens and grounds are so lush and beautiful. But, we also will be offering Fall Mini’s this October and Xmas Mini’s (with
and without Santa) in November!
872 Middleline Road, Ballston Spa, NY 12020
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Phone #: 518-320-4862
Email: linda@blueirisphotos.
BOTTOMLESS BRICKS
Discover the ultimate destination for LEGO® fans at Bottomless Bricks: a LEGO® resale store that hosts birthday parties and events for all ages. The store offers a treasure trove of new and preowned sets, a huge assortment of collectible Minifigures®, and parts & pieces. They also buy used LEGO®: whether it’s a set, Minifigures or a bin of loose pieces. Visit their website to shop for sets, book a birthday party, check the calendar of events, and read their Buy/ Sell/ Trade policy; or visit their store in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.
*LEGO® and Minifigure® are trademarks of LEGO® and the LEGO® Group of companies which are not affiliated with Bottomless Bricks.
163 South St #4, Pittsfield, MA 01201
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Phone #: 413-344-9259
Email: [email protected]
CATSKILL EQUESTRIAN CENTER
Riding lessons are available 7 days a week by appointment. We also offer mommy & me classes, pony club, after school programs, spring break camp, and so much more!
CATSKILL MOUNTAIN RAILROAD
CDPHP HEALTHY NEIGHBORHOOD
You won’t want to miss the upcoming CDPHP Healthy Neighborhood FREE family-friendly events, featuring free food*, giveaways*, health resources and screenings, live
music, local vendors, face painting, raffles, bounce houses, and more!
The 21st Annual Dr. Pamela J. Harper Community Block Party, in partnership with New Jerusalem Home of the Saved Church, will be held on:
Saturday, August 24
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
160 Sheridan Ave, Albany, NY 12210
The annual Welcome Back Celebration, in partnership with Watervliet City School District, will be held on:
Saturday, September 7
1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
1245 Hillside Drive, Watervliet, NY 12189
*While supplies last
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Phone #: 518-641-4225
Email: [email protected]
CROSSGATES
One Crossgates Mall Road, Albany NY 12203
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Phone #: 518-869-3522
Email: [email protected]
DOANE STUART SCHOOL
Children in PreK through 8th grade are invited to join us for seven uniquely themed weeks of enriching summer programs! Registration for SD@DS opened on February 1st. Email [email protected] for more information. Now enrolling for the 24-25 school year, we invite you to visit and discover why Doane Stuart is one of the Capital Region’s premiere private schools. Learn more at www.doanestuart.org, email admissions@doanestuart.
**The Doane Stuart School and the Susan Odell Taylor School will merge in the fall of 2025 becoming the Hudson Ridge School (PreK through Grade 12). The dedicated faculty, innovative programs, and outstanding facilities at both locations will continue to offer an exceptional education choice to families throughout the Capital District.**
199 Washington Ave, Rensselaer, NY 12144
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Phone #: 518-465-5222
Email: admissions@doanestuart.
DO PORTUGAL CIRCUS
Do Portugal Circus has arrived in Rotterdam! The Circus is performing until August 16th under their Big Top tent in the parking lot of the Via Port Rotterdam. Tickets available at the onsite ticket office or at www.DoPortugalCircus.com
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Email: [email protected]
Dryer Vent Wizard of SE Saratoga & NE Schenectady provides professional dryer vent cleaning for residential and business properties in the Capital Region. When your dryer is functioning poorly, it is likely due to a clogged or debris-filled dryer vent line. Lint, debris, and other common sources of dryer vent clogs can not only affect the efficiency of your dryer, but they can also be a serious fire hazard.
Click here to visit their website.
Phone #: (518) 344-0664
Email: [email protected]
GIRL SCOUTS OF NORTHEASTERN NEW YORK
As a Girl Scout, you’ll try fun new things, discover your hidden talents, gain amazing life skills, have real-world learning experiences, and—most importantly—find a supportive group of friends who have your back no matter what. If you’re ready to make awesome memories with forever friends, it’s time to join our squad. Girls K-12th grade can join now! www.girlscoutsneny.org/join
Service Center Locations in Albany, Queensbury, and Plattsburgh.
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Phone #: 518-489-8110
Email: customercare@girlscoutsneny.
GO KIDS
Go Kids is a sports and physical activity program for ages 18 months-9 years old. Go Kids offers children the ability to develop a love for an active lifestyle through an introduction into a variety of sports such as; soccer, football, basketball, tennis, baseball, hockey, and track and field. Additionally, Go Kids offers school break camps and additional classes for school aged children including; LEGO Club, Strong Kids, and Just for Kicks. Go Kids works to meet each child where they are at to instill a love for being active.
Locations in Saratoga and Clifton Park Follow Go Kids on Facebook and Instagram.
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Phone #: 518-878-6502
Email: [email protected]
HUDSON BOULDERS
Calling all parents! If you haven’t heard, we’ve mastered the art of turning your little bundles of energy into tired little climbers! Our Kids Pass offers 90 minutes of non-stop climbing fun for just $29.95 per climber. Give yourself a well-deserved break while your kids have a blast and burn off all that energy. It’s a win-win for everyone!
195 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, NY 12110
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Phone #: 838-221-7673
Email: [email protected]
JUMPING BEAN PARTY RENTAL INC
Jumping Bean Party Rental Inc began business in 2008. We offer party rental equipment and services, daily & weekly rentals to include bounce houses and combos, water slides, dunk tanks, interactive games, obstacle courses, cotton candy machines, snow cone, popcorn, hotdogs, carnival games, photo booths and much more. We are your one stop source covering Albany county and all surrounding counties.
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Phone #: 518-581-7100
Email: info@jumpingbeanpartyrental.
LOZMAN ORTHODONTICS
Dr. Robin Lozman is a lot of things. A doctor. A mother. A competitive equestrian. A volunteer for nonprofits. But one of her greatest passions comes from her work as an orthodontist: transforming her patients’ smiles. At her family practice in Latham, New York, Dr. Lozman specializes in comprehensive orthodontic treatment for children and adults, from early interventions and orthognathic surgery to braces and Invisalign. Dr. Lozman works alongside her father, Dr. Michael Lozman, to help people from all walks of life achieve a brighter, healthier and straighter smile, improving their confidence while maintaining a consistently high standard of care. Click here to learn more about Dr. Lozman.
MARCELLA’S APPLIANCE CENTER
Since 1957 Marcella’s Appliance Center has been providing appliances that families depend on day after day, with brands and service you can trust. Featuring the capital region’s best selection of kitchen and laundry appliances at the best prices and for all budgets, as well as dedicated delivery and service teams, Marcella’s offers the ultimate appliance experience. Shop in-store, online or by phone. Get started on your dream kitchen at Marcella’s, Schenectady and Clifton Park to speak with an experienced appliance expert today or visit www.marcellasappliance.com to learn more.
PLAINSMEN JUNIOR CHEERLEADING LEAGUE
Our fall program is a non-competitive instructional program for children ages 4-13. We cheer for the Plainsmen Jr. Football program and games are on Saturdays at the Shen Varsity Football Field. Our coaching staff are former cheerleaders that love to teach the sport. Come join us for a wonderful experience!
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Phone #: 518-727-7266
Email: [email protected]
ROBERT C. PARKER SCHOOL
Registration is now live for the 2024-25 Toddler & Parent Forest Program at the Parker School!
The program will run in 5 or 4 week sessions on Tuesdays or Thursdays from 10:30-12:00PM and is designed for children from 18 months to 3 years old and their caregiver.
Please see our Forest Toddler page for details, dates, tuition rates, and to register!
Also, NEW in 2024-25, we will be using our pond-side yurt! It will be a heated shelter especially during the colder months as needed.
4254 Route 43, North Greenbush, NY 12198
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Phone #: 518-286-3449
Email: [email protected]
SPORTIME’S EAGER EXPLORERS DAYCARE
SPORTIME’s Eager Explorers Daycare is designed to serve preschool age children from 2 – 5 years old – our focus is on, and our expertise is in, their age-appropriate play, learning, development and FUN. Our small class sizes and low student-to-teacher ratios allow for individual needs to be met within the classroom setting. We offer a diverse and comprehensive curriculum. Our goal is to get your kids to love coming to “school”, and to be ready for their next steps in their educational journeys and as members of future school communities.
2699 Curry Road, Schenectady, NY 12303
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Phone #: 518-356-0100
Email: [email protected]
STUYVESANT PLAZA
Lattes & Littles at Stuyvesant Plaza is back and better than ever! Throughout August and September, start your mornings with children’s programming and lite fare on The Lawn at Stuyvesant Plaza. Event runs every other Thursday 9 – 10 a.m. See programming line-up below!
* Thursday, August 1 – Reading Hour with Rapunzel
* Thursday, August 15 – Rhythm & Ribbons with DJ Trumastr
* Thursday, August 29 – Andy The Music Man
* Thursday, September 12 – Jani Poppins Bubble Party
* Thursday, September 26 – Summer fun on The Lawn (Hula hoops, ribbons, activity books, etc.)
Tickets are required. A portion of proceeds will benefit The Ronald McDonald House of the Capital Region. Learn more and register here.
THE LITTLE GYM OF COLONIE
KIDS GYMNASTICS FROM 4 MONTHS TO 12 YEARS OLD
At The Little Gym of Colonie, NY we believe in developing the whole child from a young age – building a strong body, brain, and character. Our instructors will guide your child’s physical, emotional, and social development helping them grow into strong, confident, independent people.
471 Albany Shaker Road, Loudonville, NY 12211
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Phone #: 518-729-3230
Text #: 518-344-0584
Email: [email protected]
THE LITTLES PLAY CAFE
Are you looking for somewhere FUN to bring your little one? The Littles Play Cafe is a soft indoor playground and café (coffee, bubble tea, small bites etc.) for children seven years old and younger. Visit their website https://thelittlesplaycafe.com to learn more about open play passes, fun classes and birthday party packages. A second location is now open in Delmar, NY!
THE LITTLES PLAY CAFE LATHAM
515 Troy Schenectady Road, Latham, NY 12110
Phone # 518-313-7099
THE LITTLES PLAY CAFE DELMAR
Delaware Plaza, 180 Delaware Ave, Delmar, NY 12054
Phone # 518-275-0325
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Email: [email protected]
THE MUSIC STUDIO
Enrolling now for the fall! The Music Studio has been a regional leader in music education since its founding in 1977. We offer short-term classes for children as young as age 2, and an award-winning school-year Foundation Program for children ages 4 to 7 that begins in September. With an exceptional faculty and bright, well-equipped classrooms, we invite students to tap into their natural love of music, challenge them to excel as musicians, and support every step of their musical journey. Join us for a FREE Mini Music class at themusicstudio.com/mini. Or call 518-459-7799 for more information.
1237 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205
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Phone #: 518-459-7799
Email: [email protected]
THE SKATING COLLABORATIVE
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Phone #: 518-524-5545
Email: david@theskatingcollaborative.
VIA AQUARIUM
Take your family on an unforgettable journey as you explore vivid underwater worlds across 45 exhibits. Feel the soft, smooth skin of a stingray as they swim right up to your hand in Stingray Bay. Watch sharks swim overhead while schools of fish surround you in our immersive tunnel tanks. From local favorites to the depths of the ocean, explore our planet’s oceans and rivers all in your own backyard on this self-guided exploration.
93 West Campbell Road, Schenectady, NY 12306
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Phone #: 518-280-5100
Email: [email protected]
WILDPLAY THACHER
524 Thacher Park Rd, Voorheesville, NY 12186
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Phone #: 1-800-668-7771
Email: [email protected]
SUNFLOWER FIELDS ROUNDUP
Bowman Orchards
Rexford, NY
For more information visit their Facebook page.
Golden Acres Charolais Farm – Boone Family
Westerlo, NY
They will not have sunflower fields in 2024 as they have to skip every other year in order to rotate crops in that field to ensure optimal nutrient health in the soil.
For more information visit their Facebook page.
Herringtons Pumpkins
Buskirk, NY
For more information visit their Facebook page.
Hickory Hill Farms
Johnstown, NY
For more information visit their Facebook page.
Perry’s Sunflower Maze
Broadalbin, NY
For more information visit their Facebook page.
Sand Flats Orchard
Fonda, NY
For more information visit their Facebook page.
FAIR ROUNDUP
Schoharie County Sunshine Fair
August 6-11, 2024
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The Altamont Fair
August 13-18, 2024
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Washington County Fair
August 19-25, 2024
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Dutchess County Fair
August 20-25, 2024
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The Great New York State Fair
August 21-September 2, 2024
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The Great Schaghticoke Fair
August 28-September 2, 2024
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Columbia County Fair
August 28-September 2, 2024
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Fonda Fair
August 28-September 2, 2024
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The Big E
September 13-29, 2024
Click here for more information.
Already took place in 2024:
Saratoga County Fair
Greene County Youth Fair
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