- The list below includes 86 free or cheap things to do in or near Troy, New York, including 86 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Arts Centers, Bike Paths and Music Venue.
- From Uncle Sam Bikeway to Prospect Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Troy and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Albany, Saratoga Springs, Schenectady and Williamstown.
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Students engage a comprehensive martial education that includes striking, self-defense, and mental-discipline exercises
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110 8th Street, Troy, NY 12180
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Part of the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, the Experimental Media & Performing Arts Center is a multi-purpose facility offering a variety of events in arts, science and technology. This includes musical concerts, dance recitals and science lectures/exhibits.
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The Arts Center of the Capital Region is a hub of art, culture, and many events. The venue hosts many camps and classes throughout the year including digital arts, culinary arts, creative thinking, performing arts, and much more.
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As a bowling alley and a bar mixed together, Alpha Lanes is a facility that strives to provide many different types of entertainment. Amenities at this bowling alley include a game room, pro shop, and a snack bar.
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Established as a place for local mill workers to relax and enjoy a drink, Burke's South End Tavern of Troy has a rich history reflecting the economy of the early 20th century.
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Originally built in 1990, the Knickerbacker Ice Arena has been the home of several junior and professional hockey clubs. It currently serves as a hockey training facility and holds games for local youth teams.
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30 Aviation Road, Albany, NY 12205
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Rudy A Ciccotti Family Recreation Center includes a fitness center with 2 gymnasiums, an indoor track and many group exercise classes. Their aquatic center features a splash pool, lazy river, water slides and several other swimming pools.
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More than 150 events are held each year at the Palace Theatre. It was opened in 1931, and it was designed by John Eberson. It has a seating capacity of 2,844, and has hosted concerts, plays, live comedies, and other public events.
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The Albany Visitors Center is a visitor’s center that provides information on the local community of Albany 7 days a week. The center also offers printed versions of self-guided walking tours of the area.
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Located at the Albany Pump Station, C.H. Evans Brewing Co. offers twelve craft beers brewed in-house. The brewery is also a full-service restaurant with an extensive menu and historic atmosphere.
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125 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12210
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Dedicated to the region's history and culture, the Albany Institute of History & Art was founded in 1791, thus being one of the oldest museums in America. Its permanent collection covers areas such as painting, sculpture, antiques, rare books, home furnishing, costumes, and others.