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Chowderfest February 4th, 2012 from 11-4 pm at participating establishments!

SARATOGA SPRINGS NY – February 4th marks the date for Chowderfest 2012 in Saratoga, a popular winter tradition sponsored by The Saratoga Convention & Tourism Bureau. Come join local restaurants in Saratoga as they participate by offering samples of their best chowder all afternoon long!

On Saturday, February 4th, 2012 from 11 am to 4 pm, enjoy a taste of Saratoga's top chowders! Samples will be a dollar a cup (3oz serving), and some event goers even bring Fido along to sample some delicious dog chowder! (Details below)

View a list of 2012 Chowderfest participants!

Here's how it works: Chowderfest offers you the chance to choose the winners! Pick up a ballot form at any participating restaurant. Then taste as many different soups and chowders as you can & vote for your favorites! Turn in completed ballot forms at either the Saratoga Arts Council, the Saratoga Visitor Center or the Saratoga Springs City Center.

See if your favorites were picked! The Chowderfest winners will be announced at 6:00pm at the Saratoga Springs City Center. Click to view past Chowderfest Winners

2012 Dog Chow Down

Bring your furry friend to enjoy special chowders made just for dogs! The fifth annual Dog Chow Down will start at 1:00pm at the Saratoga Downtowner Motel. Saratoga's 1st Dog, Biff (Mayor and Julie Johnson's dog) will decide the winner and who will get to hold on to the Chow Down trophy 'til next year!

Downtown Happenings:

There will be tons of family-friendly activities going on downtown including live music, free photos and much more! Check back for more details.

Chowderfest is one of Saratoga's most celebrated events, and the highlight of Winterfest each year. For 2012, the weekend of February 3- 5th marks a celebration of fun and festivities in the Spa City. More about Winterfest here.

10 questions interview with Connie Crudo, the Membership and Services Coordinator of the Saratoga Convention and Tourism Bureau! Find out fun facts about Chowderfest!

For more information on Chowderfest, including a list of participating restaurants, visit www.discoversaratoga.org/chowderfest.

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