An American Music treasure since 1960. Lena's diverse programming & award-winning listening room sets the stage for musical discovery year round. Concerts, music lessons for all ages, kids shows, open mics & more. Beer, wine, desserts, light fare.
Visit Caffe Lena for the most intimate music experience of your life. Committed to art over profit, Caffe Lena keeps the heart and soul of music alive.
A History of Good Music
Home of acoustic music since the 1960’s, Caffe Lena presents, folk, jazz, world music, singer-songwriters, legends and exciting newcomers.
An Intimate Venue
Enjoy state-of-the-art sound production in a world-renowned venue steeped in history. The intimate setting seats 110 at shared tables and couches. Every seat is within 30' of the stage. With a roomful of listeners gathering for great music, you’ll be able to catch every note. Most performers come out to greet the audience in the lobby after the show.
Food & Beverage Menu
Caffe Lena offers wines, regional beers, savory snacks, and desserts baked in our kitchen. Vegan and gluten-free options always available.
Enjoy CaffeLena.TV
Enjoy a front-row view of the show from the comfort of your home. Caffe Lena live streams concerts with five high-definition cameras and ProTools sound mixed for broadcast. Visit www.CaffeLena.tv for the upcoming schedule and tickets to view.
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM at Caffe Lena, 47 Phila StSaratoga Springs, NY12866
The first Wednesday of every month is Poetry Night at Caffe Lena. Hosted by Carol Graser, this event includes an open mic reading and a featured poet. The doors open for signups at 6:30 and the readings start at 7PM.... Event Details
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Give to Caffe Lena This Month & Get Your Donation Matched “The community is getting so much out of our daily programming,” Caffe Lena Executive Director Sarah Craig said in a statement. “We don’t want to have to pause.” A double-your-gift challenge grant has been administered to help this Saratoga treasure keep churning out the tunes – and so much more – for years to come.
Caffe Lena Provides the Music We Need In Our Lives Right Now Caffe Lena has taken on the near-impossible. This powerhouse of a Saratoga icon is committed to providing music to the community at large, at a time when live entertainment venues are struggling to stay in business. See what you can do to help keep the music going, and find out how satisfying getting swept away in the melodies can be at this particular time.
Support COVID-19 Relief Funds, Donation Requests, and Local Fundraisers in Saratoga As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect communities in the Saratoga area and around the world, everyone is working hard to face these unprecedented challenges. Nonprofit organizations, arts and cultural centers, local businesses, and those who are out of work need our support to make it through this difficult period together. If you'd like to help, then check out these Saratoga area relief funds, fundraisers, and donation requests and give what you can.
Top Virtual Events From Saratoga & Capital Region Businesses Feel like the walls are closing in? Most of us have been keeping to our houses and apartments, while homeschooling kids, working from home or battling with the unemployment website -- and watching way too much Netflix. It could cause anyone to go a little stir crazy. Break through the boredom with a wide variety of virtual events, hosted by some great local businesses you can feel good about supporting.
Caffe Lena Opens School of Music for Kids 7 to 12 Caffe Lena is known to the Saratoga community as a music and performance hotspot that puts out sold-out shows and diverse programming on a daily basis. But now, the nonprofit venue increases its influence on the local music scene with significant educational offerings.
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Two Dark Days Means Double the Fun in Saratoga! Do you plan your summer around the Saratoga Race Course schedule? If so, you might be wondering what to do on dark days, especially now that there are two! We've got you covered. Find ideas for fun things to do, new places to explore, and different restaurants to try.
Experience a Week in the Vibrant Arts Scene of Saratoga Springs Want to indulge in the Saratoga Springs area's vibrant arts scene? We've got you covered! Follow this simple itinerary to get the most out of the region's arts hotspots during your week-long visit.
See Jazz Pianist Fred Hersch Perform at Caffe Lena Planning on attending the Freihofer’s Saratoga Jazz Festival? It’s June 29th and 30th this year, but there’s a special event the day before at Caffe Lena you won’t want to miss out on.
Grab the Guys for a Fun-Filled Weekend in Saratoga Get out with the guys for the ultimate weekend getaway in Saratoga! Whether you're celebrating a bachelor party, a birthday, or you're just looking for some solid time away from it all you'll find everything you're looking for in the Saratoga area.
February Fun, a Musical Tribute & Virtual Events, and Other News to Know in Saratoga The Saratoga Auto Museum is offering a winter break special for kids, Caffe Lena is hosting a virtual memorial and musical tribute for Matt McCabe, and there are even more events to know about in the area. Take a look below at what’s going on, and read about some local news too!
See What’s Happening in Saratoga This Spring From Sunnyside Gardens to Caffe Lena With sunny, warm weather in the forecast, it’s shaping up to be an amazing first weekend of spring in Saratoga. Get details about some popular spring attractions, Caffe Lena’s reopening in April, and several fundraisers happening in the region.
