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Chowderfest February 2nd, 2013 from 11-4 pm at participating establishments!

SARATOGA SPRINGS NY – February 2nd marks the date for Chowderfest 2013 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 2nd, 2013 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)

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 or the Saratoga Springs City Center and pick-up your official Chowderfest T-shirt for $10.

View a list of 2013 Chowderfest participants!

See if your favorites were picked! The Chowderfest winners will be announced at 6:30pm 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! 

Chowderfest is one of Saratoga's most celebrated events, and the highlight of Winterfest each year. For 2013, the weekend of February 1- 3rd marks a celebration of fun and festivities in the Spa City. More about Winterfest here. Want to volunteer? to find out how to help!

Find out fun facts about Chowderfest! 10 questions interview with the Saratoga Convention

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