Guilderland Chamber of Commerce

Past Events

2019 Annual Awards & Dinner

2020 Annual Awards (Virtual)

2021 Annual Awards & Dinner

Pigtacular May 2006

Pigtacular was a Guilderland Chamber of Commerce event that featured the participation of businesses, artists, and individuals from all over the Capital Region. It was centered on our own community, Guilderland, but attracted attention from around the world.

Guilderland has a rich heritage of farming. One product of particular note was the extensive raising of pigs and hogs. Indeed, a portion of the Crossgates Mall sits on what was once the location of a pig farm. Gipp Road is named after a family of prominent farmers. Farther toward the west end of town there are pig and hog farms to this very day.

Starting with the Pignic in the Park, in Altamont, in May of 2006 through Piglet’s Story Part at the Mall, and winding up with Hogtoberfest in the Fall, Pigtacular brought together diverse elements for a knockout event.

Over $27,000 was raised for charity when the artistically decorated hogs were auctioned off at Hogtoberfest.
The galleries of photos, at the links below, provide pictora (or should we say “pigtoral”) highlights that we are sure you will enjoy. By the way, the t-shirts and calendars have since become collector’s items!

Souped Up On Guilderland!

Souped Up On Guilderland was a very special event that was presented annually for several years. The premise was simple. Guilderland’s favorite restaurants would have a pleasant competition to see who had the best soup, chowder, and chili. At the same time, the best hot rods, custom cars, and motorcycles would be on display and compete for awards in many different classes.

Souped Up was a big hit and every year hundreds of visitors voted on their favorites. The Chamber also welcomed celebrity judges, and everyone got in on the excitement.

Photos by Roger Lipera.

Hometown Heroes

Gelder Day

Gelder Day was organized by the Guilderland Chamber of Commerce in 2003 to celebrate the 200th anniversary of Guilderland. The entire community came together for this big day. Corporate sponsors and local businesses combined forces to make Gelder Day a HUGE hit. Held at the Altamont Fairgrounds, Gelder Day featured music, dancing, displays, food, and tons of fun.