Albany High School
Class of 1976
“We May Never Pass This Way Again”
50th Reunion Celebration
Event Details
Everything you need to know about our golden reunion
The Venue
60 State Street
60 State Street, Albany, New York
Join us at this iconic Albany venue for an unforgettable evening!
The Date
Thursday, October 8, 2026
THE BIG EVENT
Reunion Dance Party at 60 State Street, Albany, from 6 to 10 pm. Wear your dancing shoes!
- FREE parking in Lots A & B, a short walk to 60 State — see parking map
- Passed hors d’oeuvres and food stations
- A class toast and photos
- Cash bar
The Reunion is designed for maximum mixing and mingling.
The Celebration
Join your fellow Falcons for an unforgettable evening celebrating 50 years since we walked the halls of Albany High. Reconnect with old friends, share memories, and make new ones.
Dress Code
Semi-Formal / Cocktail Attire
Think classy but comfortable — and wear your dancing shoes!
THURSDAY NIGHT
FREE Parking
The map shows the FREE parking lots for our event. Both are just a short walk to 60 State Street, which is also marked on the map.
Please look for free parking on State Street first. If no spots are available there, the free parking lots are open for use.
- ALot A is the parking lot for 60 State Street.
- BLot B is for overflow if Lot A is full.
Both lots are free for our event!
Additional Reunion Events
Make a weekend of it — join us for more time together beyond the dance party
Hudson River Riverboat Cruise
Friday, October 9, 2026
- Dutch Apple Cruises — Port of Albany
- Boarding 12:30 PM · Departure 1:00 PM · Return 2:30 PM
- Cost — Senior/AAA/Military/AARP: $28.93 online (non-refundable) or $31.50 walk-up. Bring ID.
- Food and beverages available for purchase onboard
- Cruise operates rain or shine!
- Wear warm clothes and flat shoes, and bring binoculars
Register: Please sign up on our registration form so we have estimated numbers.
Pay in advance directly with Dutch Apple Cruises: dutchapplecruises.com
AHS Tour
Friday, October 9, 2026 · 4:00 PM
- Albany High School
- Meet at the main entrance at 4:00 PM
Informal Cocktail Party
Friday, October 9, 2026 · 6–10 PM
- Argus Hotel and Cocktail Lounge, 8 Thurlow Terrace, Albany · Free parking
- Relaxed atmosphere to gather, extend conversations, and relax together
- Cash bar · Light nibbles
- Curated music for listening and dancing
- Donations accepted at the door
Class Picnic (our SENIOR Senior Skip Day)
Saturday, October 10, 2026 · 12–4 PM
- Thacher Park — Paint Mine Pavilion
- Lawn games (bocce, cornhole, ladder ball), hikes, and memories
- Food plans TBD · Local help appreciated · BYOB
- Parking fee: $6 (pay at the park)
A relaxed afternoon in the park to keep the reunion going. Bring your walking shoes and your favorite AHS stories!
Evening Itinerary
A night to remember, from 6 to 10 pm
Arrival, Registration & Cocktail Hour
Name tags selection, passed hors d’oeuvres, cash bar & yearbook slideshow
Welcome & Class Toast
A toast to the Class of 1976
Invocation & Food Stations Open
Passed hors d’oeuvres and food stations — graze, mix and mingle
Program Highlights
In Memoriam tribute, fun recognitions & the group photo
Dancing, Music & Mingling
The dance floor is yours until 10:00
After Party · Jack's Oyster House
44 State Street
Reserve Your Spot
$120 per person
Share Your Journey of The Past 50 Years
Please take a few minutes to share your story from the past 50 years, along with photos and reflections. Your submission may be featured in our reunion memory book, digital slideshow, or on the reunion website.
Use the following link to share your story:
https://ownstory.com/story/DT66KTS
Additional instructions:
- Click the link, then select “Add Your Message.”
- Choose one of the prompts to provide your information, then click “Continue.”
- After writing your content, click “Post.”
- The program will prompt you to create an account — go ahead and do so, then continue posting with the remaining prompts. Don’t worry, it’s completely free. Hopefully, you’ll give it a try — it’s going to be fun!
Frequently Asked Questions
The first two hotels listed are recommended as our "home base" hotels. We know many people have connections with certain hotel chains, or may want to search further. Be sure to ask for AAA, AARP, Senior, Veteran or other discounts. The rates below are approximate based on the type of rooms required.
- The Argus Hotel — Official Reunion Hotel. 8 Thurlow Terrace, adjacent to Washington Park by the old AHS. 518-930-4700. Rates: $190 and up. Promotion Code AHS26 — minimum 10% discount.
- Hampton Inn and Suites — Reunion Hotel. 25 Chapel St., near the Palace Theater. 518-432-7000. Free breakfast, valet parking $20/night, pets allowed ($75 fee). Rates based on dates and availability range from $139–$239.
- Renaissance Hotel by Marriott — 144 State Street. 518-992-2500. Close to the party venue, this is the most luxurious option and room rates may run over $300.
- Country Inn & Suites by Radisson — 300 Broadway. 518-490-9029. Rates: $141–$176.
- Hyatt Place Albany, Downtown — 82 Montgomery Street. 518-977-7718. Rates: $114–$141.
- Hilton Albany — 40 Lodge St. 518-462-6611. Rate: $250.
- Comfort Inn — 9 Orchard Road, Glenmont. 518-362-1076. The most affordable rate of hotels on this list. Rate: $90.
Your Reunion Committee
The dedicated classmates making this reunion happen
Kate Mounteer
ahs76reunion@gmail.com
Debra Poole
ahs76reunion@gmail.com
Lori Barach Strunk
ahs76reunion@gmail.com
Erick Singleman
ahs76reunion@gmail.com
Michelle Ungerman Sanders
ahs76reunion@gmail.com
Lou Tufford
(Mary Lou Doyle)
ahs76reunion@gmail.com
Robert Jackson
ahs76reunion@gmail.com
Anselm (Sam) Dyer
ahs76reunion@gmail.com
Carol Carman
ahs76reunion@gmail.com
Contact the Committee
ahs76reunion50@gmail.com
Interested in joining the committee? We'd love your help!