Best view of the fireworks?
So yesterday we we ran into an AOA reader who asked us a questions we weren't sure we could answer.
Bianca told us she's going to check out the fireworks at the Empire State Plaza on Sunday. She's never been before and she's looking for the best place to hang out and watch.
We've only ever watched from the steps of the NYS Museum -- and while it's been fun, it's kind of crowded and you need to score a seat pretty early.
Anyone have other ideas?
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My backyard! I'm lucky enough to live close to the Plaza with a pretty good view of the fireworks. Just need to get some goodies for the grill!
... said Paula on Jun 29, 2010 at 3:03 PM | link
The harness track at Saratoga have put on a great show (on the 3rd) the last several years.
... said Dan on Jun 29, 2010 at 3:23 PM | link
I know a lot of people set up lawn chairs in the Jay/Hudson park. It's less crowded and it's nice to sit in the grass. The only downside is that you're SO close to the fireworks that the Swan Street building obscures some of the lower ones.
... said Summer on Jun 29, 2010 at 3:25 PM | link
Paula,
Are you inviting us all to your back yard? I'll brring the cole slaw!
... said Juboga on Jun 29, 2010 at 3:25 PM | link
I'm planning on finding a bench on Morton Ave.
... said Ashley on Jun 29, 2010 at 6:26 PM | link
Last year I watched in the Jay/Hudson park and it was beautiful and not too crowded!
... said Kelly on Jun 29, 2010 at 6:32 PM | link
Since I can remember I've gone to watch the fireworks in the field next to Bishop Maginn High School. It's not super crowded and the large open space gives you a perfect view of the fireworks.
... said Hannah on Jun 29, 2010 at 8:10 PM | link
From the Alive at Five rain site (under the highway). Last year the ice cream man show up. The Kids were happy.
... said Anthony on Jun 29, 2010 at 8:42 PM | link
The view from the park across the river in downtown Rensselaer is family friendly, with a playground, picnic benches and grill. Folks also watch from the Denny's/Cracker Barrel parking lot in East Greenbush, at Exit 9 off 90E.
... said Leah on Jun 29, 2010 at 8:48 PM | link
Lincoln Park is surprisingly uncrowded... Washington Park by the lake isn't too bad either.
... said Alison on Jun 30, 2010 at 10:42 AM | link
Thanks for the ideas everyone!
Mary: Thanks for posting the question!
... said Bianca on Jun 30, 2010 at 12:31 PM | link
Albany Law School track is a good place for those living in and around New Scotland.
... said M on Jul 2, 2010 at 10:03 PM | link
I always watch from Hoffman Park/Whitehall Little League (now known as the new sports complex over near the end of 787s. It's always a nice view from there.
... said MK on Jul 1, 2011 at 10:02 AM | link
How's the view from Rensselaer?
... said Dylan on Jul 1, 2012 at 6:26 PM | link
can you see the plaza fireworks from the Corning City Preserve?
Is it crowed as well?
... said Tim on Jul 2, 2012 at 11:14 AM | link
What radio station will simulcast the music for the Albany fireworks? I can see them from my house, but would love to hear the music at the same time.
... said KS on Jul 3, 2012 at 11:58 AM | link
I made a map of people's suggestions from this comment thread. Anyone is welcome to edit the map and add more places, but please mention whether it's crowded, if there's parking, etc.
https://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msid=217979506202935636172.0004c402cc33c6dcadcb0&msa=0&ll=42.647281,-73.759031&spn=0.034533,0.084543
... said Craig Patik on Jul 4, 2012 at 12:38 PM | link