TULIP BALL 2025
This year, we are excited to celebrate the 77th Annual Royal Tulip Ball, 6:30 PM on Saturday, May 10, at Duo at the Dunes at The Italian American Community Center.
As the signature event of Albany’s cherished Tulip Festival weekend, the Royal Tulip Ball is a time-honored tradition celebrating the city’s rich history. For 77 years, Albany has hosted this vibrant three-day festival, featuring:
- The annual street scrubbing
- Live music, arts, and crafts in historic Washington Park
- An elegant evening at the Royal Tulip Ball
Be part of this unforgettable celebration. Purchase your ticket to the Tulip Ball here.
Photo by Mark A. Davis
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorship and donation opportunities for the 2025 Tulip Ball are available here.
PERENNIAL SPONSOR
SPRING SPONSORS
PETAL SPONSORS
Honorable Darius Shahinfar & Noelle Kinsch
EMPOWERMENT COMMITTEE
Honorable Jake Crawford & Kellen Crawford
Crisafulli Bros.
Patricia & Jay Harold Jakovic, Esq.
E. Stewart & Kimberly Sanger Jones
NAI Platform:
Felton McLaughlin & Anna Taaffe
National Grid
John Reilly Jr.
Honorable Deborah & Dr. Joshua Zamer
HONORARY COMMITTEE
Alpha Certified Property Inspections:
Richard LaJoy
Joe & Sharon Coffey
Discover Albany
Senator Patricia A. Fahy
Hon. Marisa Franchini
North Atlantic States Carpenters Local 291
David Galin, Esq. & Calee Oas, Esq.
I. David Swawite
The Washington Park Conservancy
Congressman Paul D. Tonko
The Tulip Queen & Her Court
L to R: Labika Baral, Ryleigh Hotaling, Naishaly Velez (Tulip Queen), Imani Ibrahim, Julianna Tourangeau
For more information on the Albany Tulip Queen, click here or visit AlbanyEvents.org
Congratulations to our Tulip Queen
Naishaly Velez Galan
And her Court
Labika Baral
Ryleigh Hotaling
Imani Ibrahim
Julianna Tourangeau
Learn More about these inspiring young women and join us in wishing them success as they begin a year dedicated to community service and literacy advocacy.
Don’t miss the formal photo station at the Tulip Ball
After the Ball, your photos will be available for purchase. You can also find images for purchase from the 2017-2024 Tulip Balls. BROWSE IMAGES
Sponsorship Opportunities
We would be honored to have your organization as an official sponsor of the Royal Tulip Ball. Sponsorship and donation opportunities are listed below.
You can sign up online here or print the form here.
To guarantee your name or logo appears on event materials, please submit the form with payment by March 1, 2025.
The Capital City Fund, managed by United Way of the Greater Capital Region, is the proud benefactor of the Royal Tulip Ball.
To have your name included on the event invitation, please submit your sponsorship form with payment by March 1, 2025.
Pay online
Submit your Royal Tulip Ball sponsorship/donation payment here.
Pay by check:
Please make checks payable to "United Way of the Greater Capital Region - Capital City Fund" and mail with your sponsorship form to:
Capital City Fund
C/O United Way of the Greater Capital Region
P.O. Box 1988
Albany, NY 12207
Questions?
Contact Chrissie Binney at TulipBall@albanyny.gov
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The Woman’s Club of Albany Presents:
A Toast to the Tulips
A Celebration of the Albany Tulip Queen and Court
Friday, May 9, 2025
12:30 – 3:00 pm
Woman's Club of Albany, 725 Madison Ave, Albany
For attendance at the event, interested individuals must obtain tickets by purchasing via the Capital City Fund website. Please indicate any food allergies or sensitivities.
*If you would like to cover the cost of a Community Member, please purchase a Tulip Toast Support Ticket or Honorary Committee ticket.
The Woman’s Club of Albany Presents:
A Toast to the Tulips
A Celebration of the Albany Tulip Queen and Court
A Toast to the Tulips, A Celebration of the Albany Tulip Queen and Court, presented by the Woman’s Club of Albany serves as a farewell and expression of appreciation to the 2024 Albany Tulip Queen, 2024 Albany Tulip Queen, Naishaly Velez Galan, and Court Members, Labika Baral, Ryleigh Hotaling, Imani Ibrahim, and Julianna Tourangeau. Following the street scrubbing event on State Street, the celebration will take place to honor the outgoing Tulip Queen and Court, recognizing their achievements. This event will be emceed by WTEN’s Giuliana Bruno.
Moreover, the event marks the introduction of the 2025 Tulip Court, welcoming them into their roles. In addition to the celebratory aspect, the luncheon also aims to contribute to the educational programs linked with the Tulip Court. These programs receive support through the Capital City Fund, which is a component fund under the United Way of the Greater Capital Region.
The venue for this celebration will be the Woman’s Club of Albany at 725 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12208. The event will begin at 12:30 and conclude at 3:00 pm. Parking for this event will be on-street parking around the venue. Please note that all attendees must register for this event. If you are planning to bring a group, you must register your entire group. This is a non-alcoholic event. For all questions regarding this event, please email: AlbanyTulipPrograms@gmail.com.
For attendance at the event, interested individuals must obtain tickets by purchasing via the Capital City Fund website. Please indicate any food allergies or sensitivities.
*If you would like to cover the cost of a Community Member, please purchase a Tulip Toast Support Ticket or Honorary Committee ticket.
About the Capital City Fund
Established in 2014 by Mayor Kathy Sheehan, the Capital City Fund supports Albany-based nonprofit organizations in delivering innovative programs and services that enhance our community. Through grants, the fund helps strengthen community and cultural initiatives, arts programs, and educational opportunities that directly benefit residents.
The Capital City Fund also plays a vital role in honoring and supporting veterans, a cause deeply important to Mayor Sheehan. It provides funding for the Veterans and Memorial Day Parades, the Gold Star Families Luncheon, and the purchase of flags to honor Albany County veterans’ resting places each Memorial Day.
Additionally, the fund enables the annual Tulip Ball and supports the Albany Tulip Court in their year of community service and literacy advocacy.
How You Can Help
Proceeds from the Tulip Ball directly benefit the Capital City Fund, allowing it to continue its meaningful impact. Independent donations are also welcome year-round.
Join us in supporting this important cause to help Albany thrive while continuing to honor our veterans and invest in our community.