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 Caffè Lena for the most intimate music experience of your life. Committed to art over profit, Caffè Lena keeps the heart and soul of music alive.
A History of Good Music
From legends to exciting newcomers, Caffè Lena is the home of acoustic music since the 1960s. Caffè Lena presents folk, blues, rock, Americana, bluegrass, jazz, global, instrumental, classical, Irish/Celtic, singer-songwriters, and American roots music.
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.
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
The Art of Community happens monthly on the last Tuesday from 4 - 5 PM. We start with a 30-minute conversation with a nonprofit leader followed by an informal half hour gathering where nonprofit workers and volunteers can meet up... Event Details
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Never Come Down is a quintet based in the Pacific Northwest that blends bluegrass, Americana, folk, blues & contemporary traditional music Event Details
8:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Folk-based, cult-favorite balladeer and storied poet/songwriter, Eric Anderson's cinematic tales are set to music as timeless as folk itself Event Details
3:00 PM to 4:30 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Moose Jr.'s music is designed for young children but fun for all ages. Zak, Joe, Emma and Brian are full of energy and always entertaining! Event Details
7:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Chris Smither is known for his unmistakable guitar sound, spare, brilliant bluesy folk songs, all delivered in a bone-wise, hard-won voice Event Details
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Storytellers of all styles and levels of experience are welcome! Enjoy an evening of true stories, traditional tales, myths, fables, family stories and more. Event Details
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
A featured poet reads for 20 minutes, then the mic is open for participants: two short poems or one longer poem, with a limit of 5 minutes altogether. Event Details
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
World class opera singers, NYC instrumentalists and top musicians from around the world come together to kick off the Mostly Modern Festival Event Details
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila StSaratoga Springs, NY12866
Tonight is the festival's kickoff event with world class opera singers and NYC instrumentalists coming together at the iconic Caffe Lena! Featuring musicians from around the world. this is the first of eleven concerts happening this June in Saratoga Springs-not... Event Details
8:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
The collaborative duo of Reggie Harris and Pat Wictor blend folk, jazz & blues from their vast personal original and traditional repertoires Event Details
8:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Singer/songwriter Kate Taylor (sister of James Taylor) makes a triumphant return with a seasoned, lived-in, bluesy voice, marking her renewed embrace of music-making Event Details
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Soul and funk-inspired rhythms are the backbone of Bassel & The Supernaturals' jazz-infused sound, which aims to both entertain and educate Event Details
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
The Art of Community happens monthly on the last Tuesday from 4 - 5 PM. We start with a 30 minute conversation with a nonprofit leader followed by an informal half hour gathering where nonprofit workers and volunteers can meet... Event Details
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Angelina Valente's singer/songwriter style strips music down to its bare bones with a sound that makes you want to curl up with a cup of tea Event Details
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Folkfaces' brand of "rowdy jazz & bluesy roots" is a wild ride of animated musicianship, putting a punk slant on old-timey American roots Event Details
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
The foot-stomping, hip-swaying Cajun sounds of Steve Riley & The Mamou Playboys get the party started with their energetic Louisiana spirit Event Details
8:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Join acclaimed novelists Adam Braver & Rick Moody for an unforgettable storytelling event, presented by Skidmore & the NYS Writers Institute Event Details
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Ari Hest's rich, gravelly, warm voice adds relatability, emotion, and poignance to his captivating songs Event Details
8:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Deadgrass puts a playful spin on the music of Jerry Garcia, infusing performances with improvisation and a healthy dose of jam band spirit Event Details
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Young indie-folk/rock band New American Cuisine serves delicious fuzzy-melodic grooves that audiences can't help but sink their teeth into Event Details
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Described as the greatest front-porch blues band in the world, Rev. Peyton & his Big Damn Band deliver boot-stompin' bluesy American roots Event Details
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Cutting her teeth at Caffè Lena's open mic, singer/songwriter Jes Hudak, known for soaring vocals & piano, is now playing for a global audience Event Details
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
With a voice that effortlessly glides through octaves, Catherine Russell is celebrated for her profound mastery of jazz, blues, and swing Event Details
8:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
With a voice that effortlessly glides through octaves, Catherine Russell is celebrated for her profound mastery of jazz, blues, and swing Event Details
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Loudon Wainwright III mixes biting humor, raw vulnerability & keen observations into a tapestry of songs with authenticity & emotional depth Event Details
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Loudon Wainwright III mixes biting humor, raw vulnerability & keen observations into a tapestry of songs with authenticity & emotional depth Event Details
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Jon Pousette-Dart is a folk rock singer/songwriter whose gift is bringing the listener into his world, with timeless country-tinged songs Event Details
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
A featured poet reads for 20 minutes, then the mic is open for participants: two short poems or one longer poem, with a limit of 5 minutes Event Details
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St.Saratoga Springs, NY12866
The Kennedys are a husband/wife American folk-rock duo, self-described as "Higher energy than a folk act, but not as loud as a rock band." Event Details
Get Ready for a Winter Festival, Early St. Patrick’s Day Events, and More in the Saratoga Area Although spring arrives in less than two weeks, winter is still going strong in the Saratoga Springs area thanks to the recent snowfall. Whether you’re ready to hit the slopes again or check out a local event this weekend, there are plenty of great options. See our top weekend event picks below!
Celebrate MLK Weekend and Find More Great Events in Saratoga It’s going to be an eventful weekend in Saratoga Springs with the annual Dr. King Celebration, live music, a boat show, and more. Get the full breakdown below and make the most of your time in the area.
Get Excited for Runhappy Travers Weekend, a Balloon Festival, and More in Saratoga Are you looking forward to another fun-filled summer weekend in Saratoga? Runhappy Travers Day is here, and so are a number of other exciting things to do. Check out what’s coming up in our events roundup, and then read on for details about Travers Weekend and other newsy updates.
Get the Latest on Fun Winter Events, a Fourth Druthers Location & More Saratoga News January is a busy month in Saratoga, and we’ve rounded up some of the biggest events and news from the region. Mark your calendar for fun, read about a new Druthers, get info on a Valentine’s Day-themed contest, see what’s happening at Skidmore, and more.
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.
Where the Locals Go: Insider Tips of Saratoga No one knows their county and surrounding area like the locals! If you're really looking to immerse yourself in the Saratoga scene, you'll want to go beyond the racetrack to where the locals go. Find out where those lesser-known hotspots are so you can really make the most of your Saratoga experience!
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.
Kick Off Spring With These Top 8 Events Happening in the Saratoga Area This Weekend The first weekend of spring has arrived, and there are plenty of ways you can get out and have some fun. Check out all the great Restaurant Week specials, sample international food at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market festival, attend a woodworking show, and more.
Experience Festivals, Music, and More Fun Events This Weekend in Saratoga Summer is still weeks away, but festival season is starting to kick off in the Saratoga area. Enjoy the upcoming Waterford Canal Festival, the new Southern Adirondack Homesteading Festival, a music festival in downtown Saratoga, and more.
