2026 March Guide - Capital District Moms

ALBANY BRACES

Albany Braces is the premiere orthodontic practice in the Capital Region, providing orthodontic care for generations of families since 1961. Our orthodontic offices in Albany, Latham, Delmar, Clifton Park, and East Greenbush provide children and adults with a wide variety of treatment options, including braces and Invisalign® aligners. Click here to schedule your FREE consultation with the expert Albany Braces team today!

ALBANY
1004 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203
518-489-8377

DELMAR
279 Delaware Ave, Delmar, NY 12054
518-439-8891

LATHAM
15 Century Hill Dr, Latham, NY 12110
518-786-1318

EAST GREENBUSH
73 Troy Rd, East Greenbush, NY 12061
518-477-5360

CLIFTON PARK
1799 U.S. 9, Clifton Park, NY 12065
518-383-5457

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CATSKILL MOUNTAIN RAILROAD

It’s time to Hop Aboard the Catskill Mountain Railroad’s Easter Bunny Express. Enjoy a train ride along the old Catskill Mountain Branch Line and join our Easter Egg Hunt for a perfect activity that’s fun for younger children and adults. Shake off that winter chill and celebrate spring with a ride on the Easter Bunny Express. Take the trip on the historic Catskill Mountain Railroad from Kingston out to the Easter egg patch, enjoy some snacks, and get your photos with the Easter Bunny.

The Catskill Mountain Railroad will be operating the Easter Bunny Express trains on Saturday, March 28th, Sunday March 29th and Saturday April 4th. All trains arrive and depart from the Westbrook Station at the Kingston Plaza. Trains leave at 10:00 AM, 12:00 Noon, 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM. Ticket prices are Adults $25.00, Adult Discount (Seniors/Military/Veteran) $23.00 and Children $19.00, children under 2 ride on the lap ride free with paid adult fare. An adult must accompany all children. Easter Bunny Express trains are for all ages so bring along the whole family.

For more information and to purchase tickets please visit our website www.CatskillMountainRailroad.com, or call our office (845) 332-4854 or e-mail us at [email protected]

Westbrook Lane Station in Kingston Plaza, 55 Kingston Plaza Road, Kingston, NY 12401
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Phone #: 845-332-4854

CORE PHYSICAL THERAPY

258 Ushers Rd Ste 100, Clifton Park, NY 12065
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Phone #: 518-869-6220 (Call or Text)
Email: [email protected]

CROSSGATES

Featuring 180 retail shops……and tons of fun & entertainment for the kiddos….. Crossgates offers something for everyone – all under one roof. Enjoy plenty of stores, restaurants and entertainment venues that you won’t find for miles in any direction like LEGO, Build a Bear Workshop, 5 Wits, Dave & Buster’s, Apex Entertainment, Get Air, Billy Beez & Urban Air and Albany Ninja Lab at Crossgates Commons, plus the nation’s top retailers, to experience all that Crossgates has to offer. Whether you’re looking to shop & dine or play & stay, our on-site Tru and Homewood Suites by Hilton dual-branded hotel allows for the best Staycation. Planning your next visit couldn’t be any easier.

One Crossgates Mall Road, Albany, NY 12203
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Phone #: 518-869-3522
Email: [email protected]

FIREBIRD

First developed at MASS MoCA, FIREBIRD is an otherworldly light show, musical experience, art installation, and guided walk all at once. The journey begins on the concourse beneath The Egg before attendees (wearing fun silver capes) are led up into the theatre where the light show unfolds. Inspired by Igor Stravinsky’s 1919 “Firebird Suite”, a structure of 600 recycled car lights unleashes a hypnotic choreography of light in sync with a pre-recorded reimagining of the classical piece. This program is completely FREE, please RSVP at https://tixr.com/e/169303 

Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY
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Phone #: 518-473-1845
Email: [email protected]

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
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Phone #: 518-878-6502
Email: [email protected]

KONA ICE

 Hawaiian style shaved ice and 100% fruit smoothies mobile trucks that bring entertainment to you. We specialize in fun and fundraising! We go to schools, sports events, summer camps, parties, corporate events, festivals, fairs, and more. All of our 30+ delicious flavors are gluten free, fat free, nut free, dairy free, cholesterol free, soy free, no GMO’s, no high fructose corn syrup, no lactose and Kosher certified. We are members of The School Nutrition Association.  We also have dye free and sugar free flavors- something for everyone to enjoy.

Follow Kona Ice of Clifton Park on Facebook and Instagram
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Phone #: 518-930-2117
Email: [email protected]

OUR SAVIOR’S CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

 We love watching students grow—not just for a year, but for a lifetime. Enrollment is now open for the 2026–27 school year, as Our Savior’s Christian School expands from 3-year-old preschool through 9th grade and continues to grow. A place to learn, belong, and grow in Christ.

Schedule a tour today:
Click here for Preschool tours.
Click here for K–9th grade tours.

63 Mountain View Ave, Colonie, NY 12205
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Phone #:  518-459-2273
Email: [email protected]

ROBERT C. PARKER SCHOOL

Celebrating 30+ years of progressive education!

Parker’s philosophy puts students at the center of their own learning. Parker teachers focus on constructing authentic experiences that respond to students’ interests and needs while building on academic and social skills. The result is that students get to spend their day engaged in projects and learning that is individualized, meaningful, and connected to the real-world, and all done on an expansive 77 acre campus.

Programs for PreK 3 and 4 year olds through 8th Grade & Forest Toddlers (18 months- 3 years).

Upcoming Open House: March 11, 2026
Click here to RSVP to the Open House

4254 Route 43, North Greenbush, NY 12198
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Phone #: 518-286-3449
Email: [email protected]

SOCCER SHOTS

Spring soccer is coming! We can’t wait to get back outside and kick off an amazing season!
Soccer Shots is an intro-to-soccer program for kids ages 2–8, focused on fun, confidence, and skill-building!
Registration for Spring 2026 is now OPEN!
Click here to sign up.

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Email: 
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THE EGG PRESENTS OPEN HOUSE

The Egg’s OPEN House is back on March 14! A free, full building party with arcade games, movies (The Muppets, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, Grease) DJs, Rock Band, The Egg x Stewart’s Custom Ice Cream and more. This is a great opportunity to check out all the new upgrades at The Egg from last year’s major renovations. Please note: while this is an all-ages event, they’re encouraging kids/family hours between 2PM-6PM. RSVP here: https://tixr.com/e/172370

Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY
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Phone #: 518-473-1845
Email: [email protected]

THE MUSIC STUDIO

Join us this winter and spring for Music for the Young  classes — four weeks of fun and skills-filled music instruction for children ages 2–7. Enroll now for the best class selection (our January classes are filling fast). These short-term classes are terrific parent-child outings and a wonderful way to introduce your child to the world of music and music making. Or try one as a way to test out the teaching methods of The Music Studio before enrolling in our award-winning school-year Foundation Program for children ages 4 to 7. 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. Find out what makes our program different at themusicstudio.com 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]

VIA AQUARIUM

Take your family on an unforgettable journey as you explore vivid underwater worlds across 50 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]

ST. PATRICK’S DAY THEME EVENTS

 
 
Finnegan’s Farewell at UPH in Saratoga
March 12-15, 2026
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St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Empire State Plaza Concourse
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
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Kevin McKrell’s Final Saint Patrick’s Celebration at Cohoes Music Hall
Friday, March 13, 2026
Click here for details.
 
 
Story Time with Shannon the Irish Dancer at the Bethlehem Public Library
Friday, March 13, 2026
Click here for details.
 
 
Wild Irish Acres Dancers at the Saratoga Springs Public Library
Saturday, March 14, 2026
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St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Albany, NY
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Follow the Albany St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Facebook.
 
 
Hoosick Falls St Patrick’s Parade and Irish Fest in Hoosick Falls, NY
Saturday, March 14, 2026
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Art Workshops for Kids: St. Patrick’s Day
Saturday, March 14, 2026
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St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at S & S Farm Brewery
Saturday, March 14, 2026
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St. Patrick’s Day & Pi Day Celebration at Via Aquarium
Saturday, March 14, 2026
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St. Patrick’s Day Parade – The Village of Lake George
Sunday, March 15, 2026
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St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hike with Go Kids **Space is limited. Registration is required** at Saratoga Spa State Park
Sunday, March 15, 2026
Click here for details.
 
 
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration: Traditional Irish Music with Toss the Feathers at the NYS Museum
Sunday, March 15, 2026
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St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at the Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library
Sunday, March 15, 2026
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East Durham St. Patrick’s Day Parade in East Durham, NY
Sunday, March 15, 2026
Click here for more information.
 
 
Gaelic Storm at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall
Saturday, March 21, 2026
Click here for details.
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