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Discover Schenectady

242 Broadway, STE 102, 12309
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Discover Schenectady is the Convention & Visitors Bureau for Schenectady County, responsible for promoting tourism and the planning of conferences, conventions, and other meetings. We work with area hospitality and community partners to create vibrant experiences for all of our guests, so they can fully appreciate the potential of our County and its resources. Schenectady County is home to a unique combination of history, local attractions, 100+ restaurants, and a variety of cultural experiences. Come Discover everything Schenectady has to offer you as one of Upstate New York's premiere destinations!

Venue Details

Hotels15
Convention center-
Guest Rooms1,052
Guest rooms at 1 hotel165
Special event venues5
Average room rate$120.00
Occupancy rate5%
Restaurants120
Daily food cost$60.00
Tax rate8%
Venue typeCVB

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Jan 1, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026

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Distance from Albany International Airport airport 11 mi

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Blantnick Park
Blantnick Park
Park
Park contains a pavillion, basketball court, lighted tennis courts, a playground, a connection to the Mohawk-Hudson bike trail and a disc golf course.
Niskayuna, NY, US 12309
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Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail
Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail
Park
The Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail is a multi-use trail located along the Mohawk and Hudson rivers in Albany and Schenectady counties. The 40-mile trail runs from the Corning Preserve in downtown Albany to Rotterdam Junction with a few on-road sections. It is part of the NYS Canalway Trail System and the Hudson River Valley Greenway Trail System.
Line Drive
Niskayuna, NY, US 12309
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Maple Ski Ridge
Maple Ski Ridge
Recreation
Maple Ski Ridge has been been offering great skiing and snow sports lessons for over 50 years. Maple Ski Ridge has 2 chair lifts and 2 surface lifts, as well as night skiing and hills that can challenge most. Maple Ski Ridge is a premiere learn-to-ski/snowboard school in New York State. The warmer months offer chances for weddings, music festivals and events of many different natures.
2725 Mariaville Road
Schenectady, NY, US 12306
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Union College Concert Series
Union College Concert Series
Theater
For over 40 years, the Union College Concert Series has brought some of the world's leading classical musicians to the Capital Region, including Emanuel Ax, Yefim Bronfman, Mitsuko Uchida, and the Emerson String Quartet. The series presents 16 annual concerts from October-April.
807 Union Street
Schenectady, NY, US 12308
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The 8th Step
The 8th Step
Theater
For over four decades "The Step" has brought to upstate New York, western Massachusetts, the Hudson Valley and lower Vermont -- and often way beyond -- a steady stream of incredible acoustic music: folk, blues, jazz, bluegrass, Celtic & world music, also theater and dance.
432 State St.
Schenectady, NY, US 12305
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Scotia Cinema
Scotia Cinema
Theater
The Scotia Cinema is an independent sub run movie theater located in the village of Scotia, New York. Films are obtained between 1 and 2 months after their opening date and charge an admission of about half of the area's first run theaters.
117 Mohawk Avenue
Schenectady, NY, US 12302
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Schenectady Light Opera Company
Schenectady Light Opera Company
Theater
The Schenectady Light Opera Company is a nonprofit community theater organization dedicated the presentation of quality musical theater productions. The SLOC is proud to have presented more than 500 quality theatrical productions since 1926.
427 Franklin Street
Schenectady, NY, US 12305
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Schenectady County Historical Society
Schenectady County Historical Society
Museum
The Schenectady County Historical Society brings to life the region's dynamic history at the Grems-Doolittle Library, the Schenectady History Museum, and the Mabee Farm Historic Site in Rotterdam Junction. Featuring interactive exhibits, talks, workshops, concerts, education programs and community events for all audiences, SCHS shares stories, inspires dialogue, and encourages understanding of the history, people, and cultures of Schenectady County.
32 Washington Avenue
Schenectady, NY, US 12305
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Schenectady Civic Players
Schenectady Civic Players
Theater
The Capital Region's Longest Continuously Running Playhouse! The Schenectady Civic Players have produced almost 450 plays, each requiring as many as 100 volunteer performers, directors and backstage workers. The Civic Players' season runs October to May.
12 S Church Street
Schenectady, NY, US 12305
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Northeast Ballet
Northeast Ballet
Theater
The Northeast Ballet Company has been serving the Capital District since 1990. It has had the honor of being the resident company of the historic Proctor's Theater since 1991.
418 Liberty Street
Schenectady, NY, US 12301
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Musicians of Ma'alwyck
Musicians of Ma'alwyck
Theater
Musicians of Ma'alwyck is a professional chamber music ensemble in residence at Schenectady County Community College and the Schuyler Mansion New York State Historic Site.
511 Mohawk Avenue
Schenectady, NY, US 12302
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Music Haven Stage Concert Series
Music Haven Stage Concert Series
Theater
Voted "Best Outdoor Summer Venue" in the Capital Region many times over, Music Haven is fulfilling its promise to present outstanding regional and international touring talent that tempts residents and visitors alike to make Schenectady's Central Park their destination. Sundays in July and August at 7pm, FREE to the public!
500 Iroquois Path
Schenectady, NY, US 12309
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Museum of Innovation and Science (MiSci)
Museum of Innovation and Science (MiSci)
Museum
Discover hands-on fun at miSci with interactive exhibits, including traveling exhibits from San Francisco's Exploratorium, planetarium shows and more.
15 Nott Terrace Heights
Schenectady, NY, US 12308
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Mandeville Gallery
Mandeville Gallery
Museum
Mandeville Gallery is located on the 2nd floor of Union College's national historic landmark, the Nott Memorial. The gallery is dedicated to exhibiting the work of nationally recognized contemporary artists and exploring modern issues. The gallery is free and open to the public seven days a week
807 Union St.
Schenectady, NY, US 12308
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Hamilton Hill Arts
Hamilton Hill Arts
Theater
The Hamilton Hill Arts Center is a non-profit cultural arts center. Its mission is to promote the knowledge, awareness, and appreciation of the arts and culture of African and African-Americans, thereby enriching the community and the Capital Region.
409 Schenectady Street
Schenectady, NY, US 12307
Freedom Park Concert Series
Theater
Located across the street from Collins Park and right next to Jumpin' Jack's in the beautiful Village of Scotia New York, the Freedom Park Summer Concert Series offers FREE concerts highlighting performers from all over the Capital Region and beyond. Concerts from June to August!
5 Schonowee Avenue
Schenectady, NY, US 12302
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Empire State Youth Orchestra
Empire State Youth Orchestra
Theater
The Empire State Youth Orchestra is made up of 300+ highly-talented young musicians in grades 4 – 12, from more than 75 schools and home-schools in the greater Capital Region and Western New England. Concerts are held in prestigious venues including Proctors Theatre.
432 State Street
Schenectady, NY, US 12305
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Empire State Aeroscieneces Museum
Museum
The Empire State Aerosciences Museum offers visitors an in-depth look at the history of flight and New York State's impact on the development of aviation.
250 Rudy Chase Drive
Glenville, NY, US 12302
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Dudley Observatory
Museum
The Dudley Observatory provides education and outreach programs that expose as many people as possible to science, and particularly astronomy, in an appealing way.
15 Nott Terrace
Schenectady, NY, US 12308
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Classic Theatre Guild Inc.
Theater
Classic Theater Guild, Inc. presents live community theater in the Capital District. Established for the advancement of education in the theater arts, Classic Theater Guild Inc. showcases a variety of classic, contemporary, and original plays & musicals.
137 State St.
Schenectady, NY, US 12305
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Scene One Cinemas
Scene One Cinemas
Theater
Scene One Cinemas features stadium seating and digital projection and sound. Enjoy the wide selection of freshly prepared hot treats, popcorn with real butter, soda, and wine and beer while catching a flick.
400 State St.
Schenectady, NY, US 12305
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ALCO Historical & Technical Society
Museum
ALCO Historical & Technical Society provides history of the American Locomotive Company and Schenectady Locomotive Works, through artifacts and historical documents.
1910 Maxon Rd Extension
Schenectady, NY, US 12308
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Mohawk Harbor
Business district
60-acre planned community featuring restaurants, retail stores, outdoor amphitheater, offices, luxury apartments, green spaces, and public access to water, boat and kayak dock, and bike trails.
Mohawk Harbor Way
Schenectady, NY 12305
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Via Entertainment
Recreation
Arcade, bowling, live music, comedy club, and other entertainment.
93 W Campbell Rd
Schenectady, NY 12306
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Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady
Recreation
Casino featuring slots, poker & table games, plus dining, entertainment & a spa.
1 Rush St
Schenectady, NY 12305
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Mabee Farm Historic Site
Historical landmark
"The oldest farm in the Mohawk Valley (1705), Mabee Farm Historic Site offers visitors today vibrant educational and recreational opportunities. Over 10,000 people come to Mabee Farm each year. With its deep family history (the Mabees lived here for nearly three centuries!) and riverside beauty, it’s the perfect place to explore Mohawk Valley heritage. Walk across weathered pine floors in the home of settlers Jan and Annetje. Say hello to our resident goat and sheep. Ogle the hand-pegged Dutch Barn (1760s) or just meander through our orchards, gardens, and forest trails. Tied to the dock or parked behind the Dutch Barn sit our reproduction 18th century bateaux, the De Sagar and the Bobbie G, giving visitors an idea of how goods were shipped up and down the river. With the opening of the George E. Franchere Educational Center in 2011, Mabee Farm is now also home year-round to interactive exhibitions, lecture series, workshops, and school programs plus extensive historical and archaeological collections."
1100 Main Street
Rotterdam Junction, NY, US 12150
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VIA Aquarium
Recreation
"Experience the wonders of the ocean in your backyard! The Via Aquarium is the capital regions only full scale aquarium. Explore over 25,000 square feet of oceanic treasure as you and your family embark an exciting self-guided tour visiting over 2,000 creatures of the sea. The Via Aquarium celebrates aquatic biodiversity through exhibit experiences and public programs designed to connect people to the world of water. Via Aquarium provides an immersive experience for people of all ages. Whether your exploring our two tunnel tanks or touching a live sting ray in our sting ray touch tank there is always something to be excited about at the Via Aquarium. Our self-guided tour will take you face to face through intimate locations such as lakes, rivers, streams, kelp forests and coral reefs, both local and worldwide! Our aquarium provides an interactive experience unlike any other in the capitol region."
93 W. Campbell Road
Schenectady, NY, US 12309
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Proctors Theatre
Theater
Each year, several hundred thousand patrons (including 40,000 students) come to Proctors to enjoy live performances, movies, educational programs and special events. We also host ongoing and recurring events, such as The Schenectady Green Market, graduations, and dance recitals. We are the region’s premier gathering place for a communal arts experience. From our early vaudeville roots to our role today as a nationally recognized blockbuster Broadway venue for shows such as Wicked and Disney’s The Lion King, we remain the region’s brightest star and an industry leader.
432 State Street
Schenectady, NY, US 12309
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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Discover Schenectady's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
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Does Discover Schenectady have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
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Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Discover Schenectady and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
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If applicable, could you please provide a link to Discover Schenectady's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety

Were practices at Discover Schenectady developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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Does Discover Schenectady clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
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