Hot Chocolate Stroll

Palace Theatre

19 Clinton Avenue

About

The sixth Downtown Albany Hot Chocolate Stroll, presented by Pioneer takes place Saturday, December 6 from 11:00 AM-3:00 PM. The Hot Chocolate Stroll is held in conjunction with day three of the Deck The Hall-bany Holiday Market & Festival.

$20 Early bird tickets are on sale through November 1. Pre-registered tickets are $25, and door tickets will be $30 (if available). Use the link above to purchase tickets before they sell out! *This event is rain or shine, and refunds will not be issued except in the case of emergency cancellation of the event.

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:

Check in at the registration table located inside the Palace Theatre (19 Clinton Ave) between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM to receive your 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!
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.
Collect stamps or check marks from each stop to receive chances to win a $50 Downtown Albany Gift Card. 10 stamps earn you 1 entry, checking off 20 or more earns you 3 additional entries!
Vote! When you are done sampling and strolling, return to the registration area to vote for your favorite hot chocolate.

Participating Locations

Details coming soon!

Live Music

Details coming soon!

Parking

Event parking is available in ParkAlbany Garages, just a short walk from the Palace Theatre. On-street parking in downtown Albany is free on weekends. Find more parking options at ParkAlbany.com.