Around Schenectady:
Tater Trot
When: Friday, April 25th, 2026 from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Where: Downtown Schenectady (Schenectady, NY)
Inaugural Mohawk-Hudson Earth Fest
This free, family-friendly festival serves as the culmination of citywide Earth Day cleanups, Arbor Day tree plantings, and neighborhood beautification efforts taking place in Schenectady throughout April. Includes a wide range of sustainability-focused organizations will be on-site offering information, interactive displays, and opportunities for continued involvement, hands-on learning and creative activities for kids, and local food vendors!
When: Friday, April 25th, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Where: Central Park (500 Iroquois Way, Schenectady, NY)
Touch a Truck
Bring the whole family for an exciting afternoon where you can get up close and personal with a variety of vehicles, including emergency response vehicles, construction equipment, and much more. More than just the trucks – you can expect bounce house, arts & crafts, Remote Control Cars, Face Painting and more! Tickets are $8 for pre-sale; $10 day of.
When: Sunday, April 26th from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Where: Schenectady County JCC (2565 Balltown Road, Niskayuna, NY)
