April 12, 2025 at the Albany Capital Center. 55 Eagle Street. Albany, NY 12297
Capital Wine Festival – Albany
There are two sessions plus a VIP option. Session 1 ($30) is from 1pm-4pm and session 2 ($35) is from 6pm-9pm. The VIP ticket ($40) gets you into session 2 an hour earlier, at 5pm, so you have more time and shorter lines during the first hour.
BUY TIX FOR APRIL 12, 2025Tickets for Designated Drivers (DDs) will be sold for $10 at the door. This ticket allows the DD to participate in food sampling, paint n sip, games, DJ/photo booth, and dinner purchases. There is no limit to the number of DD tickets available.
2024 WAS GREAT
In 2024 we had a great lineup of Wines, Spirits, Specialty Foods, and a few other specialty products. Visit their links below to follow back up with them. Then, CHECK BACK IN EARLY 2025 TO SEE THE LIST OF PARTICIPANTS FOR THE 2025 FESTIVAL!
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- B’s Cheese
2024 Was a Great Time!
CHECK BACK IN EARLY 2025 TO SEE WHAT’S IN STORE FOR THE APRIL 12 FESTIVAL. Meanwhile, here’s what we had last year and you can expect more of it to come.
Included with your ticket is unlimited sampling of the wines, spirits, and specialty food offered by the participating vendors. There will be full meals and beverages for sale (not included with the ticket price) offered by the chef at the Albany Capital Center. There will be a DJ, free photo booth, a free self-guided Paint-N-Sip attraction, and several other regular vendors selling their items.
Wine Sampling
We work hard to attract as many NY wineries to our shows as we can. Check the above Exhibitor Listing to see who we can thank for their participation at this show.
Spirits Sampling
We are also grateful for the participation of distilleries of excellence in NY. It is a great privilege to learn about their farms and stories and to purchase their spirits.
Specialty Foods Sampling
We aim to bring you the best quality specialty food producers who are willing to sample their products throughout each session. You will definitely want to purchase your favorites to take home.
Paint ‘N Sip
Once again enjoy the self-guided Paint-N-Sip offering. This is included with your ticket. Find a seat and our facilitator will keep you stocked with all the materials you need to indulge your creativity.
Wine and Spirits Holding Area
When you purchase your favorite bottles of wine or spirits after sampling them, we will keep them for you in the holding area. You just need to save your tickets from your purchase and pick them up on your way out.
DJ and Photo Booth
Get ready to turn up the volume and strike a pose with Capital Region Entertainment! Our DJs are the ultimate party starters, spinning the hottest tracks that will keep you grooving all night long.
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CHAIR MASSAGE by Capital District Massage for $1/minute (half price). No need to schedule in advance! Just drop by during the festival for a short but luxurious massage.
Games
Have fun playing board games scattered around on tables for those of you who enjoy a more laid back evening while sampling. Chess, Checkers, and Connect 4 are some that people enjoy. If you have suggestions, please let us know!
Photo Booth
Included with your ticket is a Photo Booth with props provided by Capital Region Entertainment.