Events at Sam's Log Cabin
Sam's beautiful patio is a fantastic place to hold a private event! Whether it's a casual birthday, a white linen wedding, or a blowout graduation party, we can offer a great space with a variety of options for your celebration.
The Space
Events at Sam's are centered on our whole patio, a big corner garden that's rustic, laid-back and fun. It's full of flowers, plants and fruit trees, with pergolas overhead and lights strung everywhere. It's really beautiful at night.
We offer a gardenscaped covered patio that comfortably seats 55 guests, or 125 for a standing event. An elevated stage in the back corner of the garden is ideal for speeches or live music. The space is wheelchair-accessible, with a gender-neutral restroom indoors.
How It Works
Timing
We rent the patio after we close. Setup runs from 3 to 5 PM, and your event runs from 5 to 10 PM.
Food
We don’t cater events ourselves. You’re welcome to bring a caterer, for a drop-off buffet or on-site catering that can use our kitchen as needed. We’re happy to share a list of caterers.
Music
Play your own music through our sound system, or add a powered amplifier, speakers and a microphone.
What's Included in the Base Price
(Additional amenities available)
- A 5-hour event block plus 2 hours of setup time
- Seating and tables for 55 guests
- 8 propane patio heat lamps (fuel provided)
- 4 outdoor umbrellas and a retractable awning for shade
- Ceramic flatware, silverware and paper dinner napkins for 55 guests
- Pint glasses and highball glasses for 55 guests
- 3 large metal tubs for ice and beverages, with 100 lbs. of ice
- A raised 10 ft. high-top bar and two 6 ft. folding tables
- Serving platters, utensils and up to 6 chafing dishes (fuel provided)
- 2 event staff: an event manager plus 1 additional staff member
- Access to the restaurant sound system
Events We’ve Hosted
We've hosted all kinds of events over the years: birthdays, anniversaries, business groups, bar/bat mitzvahs, and weddings, both receptions and ceremonies.
“We had an absolutely wonderful retirement party at Sam's and the owners and staff were fantastic!”
Katie C., Yelp
“Totally blown away by this oasis in Albany!”
Pno Ens, Google
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