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Lunar New Year Celebration at Empire State Plaza

Join us for a vibrant Lunar New Year Celebration as we usher in the auspicious Year of the Fire Horse! Free and open to the public. Experience thrilling performances designed to captivate and entertain, indulge in authentic cuisine, participate in engaging activities, and don’t miss the great giveaways. We’re excited to showcase a fresh cultural exhibit alongside beautiful planter boxes with plants graciously donated by the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision - Green County Facility.
Dates: 
02/18/2026
10 am - 2 pm
Location: 
New York State Office of General Services, Albany, NY, USA
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Black History Month Celebration at Empire State Plaza

You're invited to our Black History Month Celebration! Each year in February, New York State celebrates Black History Month to honor the enormous contributions of Black Americans to our society and showcase their history and heroism, which have helped shape our ideals and identity as a state and nation. Join us in celebrating a Century of Black History Commemorations with an uplifting day of inspiring entertainment, food, vendors, exhibits, and more! FREE to attend – all are welcome.
Dates: 
02/11/2026
10 am - 2 pm
Location: 
New York State Office of General Services, Albany, NY, USA
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Frozen "Family Fun Day" - Palace Theatre

Join the Palace Theater for M&T Bank Family Fun Days presented by CDPHP! Doors open at 12 pm for activities, fun, and games, and the movie starts at 1 pm. The movie will be Frozen. When the newly crowned Queen Elsa accidentally uses her power to turn things into ice to curse her home in infinite winter, her sister Anna teams up with a mountain man, his playful reindeer, and a snowman to change the weather condition. All tickets are free!
Dates: 
02/17/2026
12 pm
Location: 
Palace Theatre, Clinton Avenue, Albany, NY, USA
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Rhythms of the Diaspora: Drumming and Dance with Jordan Taylor Hill - New York State Museum

Join Jordan Taylor Hill for a dynamic exploration of rhythm, movement, and cultural memory across the African Diaspora. The program opens with a powerful performance featuring traditional and contemporary rhythms from West Africa, Cuba, and the Black American tradition. Participants are then invited into an interactive workshop where Jordan guides them through rhythms and movement vocabulary that illuminate how these practices carry history, identity, and community.
Dates: 
02/19/2026
11 am - 1 pm
Location: 
New York State Museum, 222 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12230, United States
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Lunar New Year Celebration: Storytime, Tour, and Craft at the Museum

Join us for a family-friendly Lunar New Year celebration! Explore the historic Tuck High Co., learn about its rich history, and discover how three generations of the Lee family served their community. Plus, get creative with festive crafts as we welcome the Year of the Horse! Bring the whole family for a fun, hands-on experience of culture, history, and celebration.
Dates: 
02/15/2026
02/17/2026
10 am - 12 pm
Location: 
New York State Museum, 222 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12230, United States
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