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THERE IS SOMETHING AWESOME HAPPENING IN SCHENECTADY COUNTY!

The 56th Annual Schenectady County Holiday Parade

Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 The Northeast's largest nighttime holiday parade in the Northeast! A storied holiday tradition! Schenectady County welcomes the holiday season in Downtown Schenectady with sparkling floats, glittering firetrucks, marching bands, dance troupes, and a special visit from Santa…

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Disc Golf Now in Glenville

Glenville’s Indian Meadows Park Now Home to a Disc Golf Course A few years ago, disc golf began booming in popularity, especially during COVID, when many people were looking for safe and fun ways to spend time outdoors. For local resident and disc golf enthusiast Adam VanZandt, that spark of…

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Fall Festivals in Schenectady County

rDid you know that Schenectady County is FULL of fun fall festivals, events, and family friendly activities? It is the perfect time of year to plan a weekend visit! Celebrate the rich heritage, the changing of the seasons, the arts, culture, live music and delicious food and drink. Starting on…

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FALL into October

October in Schenectady County is FULL of fun fall festivals, events, and family friendly activities. From pumpkins to pony rides let's celebrate the rich heritage, changing of the seasons, the arts, culture, live music and delicious food and drink! October 1-November 3: Autumn Glow Festival Come…

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Festivals This Fall in Schenectady County

Did you know that Schenectady County is FULL of fun fall festivals, events, and family friendly activities? It is the perfect time of year to plan a weekend visit! Celebrate the rich heritage, the changing of the seasons, the arts, culture, live music and delicious food and drink. September…

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A Guide to the Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail

The Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail is a well-maintained portion of the Erie Canalway trail that passes through Schenectady County, connecting in rural Pattersonville and continuing through downtown Schenectady into scenic Niskayuna. Pattersonville, Rotterdam Junction, and Rotterdam The trail…

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Schenectady County Fall Festivals!

If you’re planning a leaf-peeping trip, a last minute vacation, or just want to stay close to home, these exciting fall festivals will inspire a special day out with friends and family to celebrate the beauty of fall in New York. Sept. 8-10 St. George's 47 th Annual Greek Festival Friday 9/8…

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Mohawk River Boat Rides

MOHAWK RIVER BOAT RIDES OFFERING TOURS AT MOHAWK HARBOR BEGINNING MAY 19 Come explore and experience the beauty of the Mohawk River! Residents and visitors alike can enjoy a two-hour cruise between Locks 7 and 8 on a 25-foot tri-toon boat from Mohawk Harbor. Tours are available every Friday…

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