Hot Chocolate Stroll

About

The fifth Downtown Albany Hot Chocolate Stroll, presented by Pioneer takes place Saturday, December 7 from 11:00 AM-3:00 PM. Tickets $20-$30. The Hot Chocolate Stroll is held in conjunction with day two of the Holiday Market at Union Station.

With ticket purchase, you'll receive:

• A passport allowing you to try gourmet beverages from participating locations and vote for your favorite hot chocolate! (For an additional cost, various locations may offer grown-up hot chocolate cocktails as well) 
• A commemorative Downtown Albany x Upstate of Mind hot chocolate mug designed by CompasLife!

HOW THE STROLL WORKS:

1. Check in at the registration table located inside Union Station (575 Broadway) between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Those who purchased tickets in advance must check in here to receive their passport map and commemorative mug. Day-of tickets and additional mugs may also be purchased here, while supplies last. Now it's time to start your stroll!
2. Show your passport when you arrive at each business to receive your hot chocolate serving. You will receive a stamp or check mark for visiting that business.
3. Collect stamps or check marks from each stop to receive chances to win a $50 Downtown Albany Gift Card.
4. Vote! When you are done sampling and strolling, return to the registration area to vote for your favorite hot chocolate. 

CHECK BACK FOR PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS!

*This event is rain or shine, and refunds will not be issued unless event is canceled due to unforeseen circumstances or dangerous weather.

Live Music

♪ = Performance brought to you by a grant from the Music Performance Trust Fund, arranged by Albany Musician’s Association Local 14 of the American Federation of Musicians.

11:00 AM | Sax-O-Claus!

11:30 AM | ♪ Melanie Chirignan & Paul Quigley (Flute & guitar duo)

2:00 PM | ♪ Peter Cannistraci and Jackie Wright (Violin & flute duo)

Parking

$5 event parking is available from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM at ParkAlbany's Riverfront Garage, located at 2 Columbia Street, directly adjacent to Union Station. On-street parking in downtown Albany is free on weekends. Find more parking options at ParkAlbany.com.

Sponsors

The Downtown Albany BID thanks Pioneer and Wainschaf Associates for their generous sponsorship of the Hot Chocolate Stroll. The Hot Chocolate Stroll would not be possible without additional support from Community Bank, ParkAlbany, and the City of Albany.

To explore sponsorship opportunities for the Hot Chocolate Stroll and other Downtown Albany special events, go to downtownalbany.org/sponsorships.