Bring residence a brand new pal: The Capital District Reptile Expo is coming to the Albany Capital Center on May 7. Learn more.

Murder, thriller and drag: Bard & Baker Board Game Cafe in Troy is internet hosting Murder at Diamond Manor, a drag brunch with a homicide thriller the viewers has to resolve, on April 23. Get tickets.

Saratoga Comic Con returns: Here’s a take a look at what you possibly can anticipate on the occasion going down at Saratoga City Center from May 6-7. Read our story.

How do you want these apples? Come rejoice and be taught extra about New York Urban Orchards and its mission to plant and preserve apple orchards in city areas of New York at Albany Urban Orchard’s fifth anniversary occasion in Washington Park on May 9. There might be drinks from Nine Pin Cider Works, meals from Muddaddy Flats, music and extra. Get details.

A Big Gay Spring Market: This occasion can be taking place in Washington Park on April 29. Half the proceeds will profit the Queer Youth Advocacy Retreat. Find out more.

Keep your eyes peeled: Best of the Capital Region 2023 outcomes might be out April 20. Learn more.