Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC), located in the historic city of Saratoga Springs in Upstate New York, is one of America's most prestigious outdoor amphitheaters. From performing arts to arts education, they are a one-of-a-kind destination.
Experience World Class Art, Education, and Live Performances at SPAC
Its tranquil setting in a 2,400-acre park preserve surrounded by hiking trails, geysers, and natural mineral springs draws vacation crowds and arts connoisseurs each year for immersive experiences of performances by resident companies New York City Ballet, The Philadelphia Orchestra, The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, the Freihofer’s Saratoga Jazz Festival, and concerts by Live Nation.
SPAC also welcomes the community to enjoy a wide variety of imaginative programming, such as Caffe Lena @ SPAC and initiatives in culinary, literary, healing, and visual arts.
Their venues include the main ampitheater, which has a capacity of 5,200 sheltered seats and a sloping lawn for an additional 20,000 people, the Spa Little Theatre, the Charles R. Wood Discovery Stage, the Hall of Springs and the Jazz Bar, and the Julie Bonacio Family Pavilion and The Pines, which features the Nancy DiCresce Room and The Pines Terrace.
Not only that, but SPAC’s education programs inspire more than 49,000 students every year to appreciate, create, and celebrate the performing arts. The SPAC School of the Arts (SOTA) is a multidisciplinary arts school that was founded in 2021 to further SPAC’s longstanding mission to ensure that students of all ages have the opportunity to experience the transformative power of the arts. SOTA operates out of the Lewis A. Swyer Studios – a state-of-the-art facility located behind the National Museum of Dance in Saratoga Springs, NY.
For details about upcoming events, visit SPAC's website today!
7:00 PM at Spa Little Theatre, 19 Roosevelt DriveSaratoga Springs, NY12866
The Grammy-nominated Kings Return is a vocal band of brothers - Gabe Kunda, Vaughn Faison, J.E. McKissic & Jamall Williams. Fusing gospel, Jazz, R&B/Soul, and classical music, the a cappella group performs songs from the Bee Gees "How Deep is... Event Details
6:00 PM at Canfield Casino, 1 E Congress StSaratoga Springs, NY12866
Join us for a tour of New York's Finger Lakes region led by The New York Times chief wine critic and author, Eric Asimov, featuring world-class wines and culinary bites. Meet Eric Asimov and a select group of vintners from... Event Details
5:00 PM at The Pines @ SPAC, 108 Avenue of the PinesSaratoga Springs, NY12866
Join us for an Earth Day Celebration as WAMC's Joe Donahue leads a discussion with author and editor Susan Barba and illustrator Leanne Shapton on their new book American Wildflowers: A Literary Field Guide. A book signing will follow the... Event Details
7:00 PM at Spa Little Theatre, 19 Roosevelt DriveSaratoga Springs, NY12866
Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) welcomes the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (CMS) back to the Spa Little Theatre for its summer residency from June 11-August 20, 2023, marking the 10th anniversary of its collaboration with SPAC. Event Details
3:00 PM at Spa Little Theatre, 19 Roosevelt DriveSaratoga Springs, NY12866
Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) welcomes the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (CMS) back to the Spa Little Theatre for its summer residency from June 11-August 20, 2023, marking the 10th anniversary of its collaboration with SPAC. Event Details
3:00 PM at Spa Little Theatre, 19 Roosevelt DriveSaratoga Springs, NY12866
Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) welcomes the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (CMS) back to the Spa Little Theatre for its summer residency from June 11-August 20, 2023, marking the 10th anniversary of its collaboration with SPAC. Event Details
Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the PinesSaratoga Springs, NY12866
The Freihofer's Saratoga Jazz Festival is returning to SPAC on June 24 and 25, 2023! This year's festival will feature more than 20 world-class jazz artists performing on two stages. Event Details
3:00 PM at Spa Little Theatre, 19 Roosevelt DriveSaratoga Springs, NY12866
Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) welcomes the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (CMS) back to the Spa Little Theatre for its summer residency from June 11-August 20, 2023, marking the 10th anniversary of its collaboration with SPAC. Event Details
7:30 PM at Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the PinesSaratoga Springs, NY12866
NYCB Principal Dancers Tiler Peck and Adrian Danchig-Waring host a unique "behind the curtain" experience featuring excerpts from the week's ballets including Swan Lake, Fancy Free, Firebird, new works Play Time, Love Letter (on shuffle), Copland Dance Episodes, and more. 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!
Check Out Saratoga’s Newest Grocery/Deli & More Local Happenings Looking for a nearby place to buy groceries, deli food, or gifts? The Little Market at Five Points recently opened in Saratoga Springs! Get details on what they offer, and see what else is happening around the region.
Experience Winter Fun, Save Big at Restaurants, and Read More Saratoga News Don’t miss out on all of the fun winter events and activities in Saratoga! Spend the weekend ice fishing, enjoy dancing at home, take advantage of an outstanding one-day restaurant promotion, and check out more news from the region.
Saratoga Area Roundup: Top Events & Announcements You Should Know About Labor Day weekend may be over, but there’s still a lot to look forward to in Saratoga Springs. You can stay at home and enjoy a virtual event, plan a trip to the newly reopened Saratoga Casino Hotel, or sign up for a local class and try something new. Below we’ve rounded up some of the latest announcements and top upcoming events in the area.
Experience “Testament” – A New Audio Play Presented By SPAC and the Saratoga Shakespeare Company In celebration of the famous composer’s 250th anniversary, Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) is hosting a virtual festival from August 5-22, 2020, which will feature a variety of online performances and exclusive events. On the final day of the virtual festival, the Saratoga Shakespeare Company will premiere Testament, an audio play written by Damian Lanigan and co-produced with SPAC in association with The Philadelphia Orchestra.
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.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center’s 2020 Classical Season Has Been Cancelled Earlier today, and for the first time in its 53-year history, Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) announced the cancellation of its 2020 classical season due to the continued threat of the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn about the options available for ticketholders and SPAC’s plans for the 2021 classical season below.
Not Our First Goat Rodeo Featuring Yo-Yo Ma Is Coming to Saratoga Performing Arts Center This Summer For the first time in nearly a decade, the “Goat Rodeo” supergroup comprised of Yo-Yo Ma on cello, Stuart Duncan on fiddle, Edgar Meyer on bass, Chris Thile on mandolin, and featured vocalist Aoife O’Donovan, will reunite this summer at Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC). On August 10, 2020, the supergroup will make its SPAC debut, and the five musicians will showcase their combined talents live on stage.
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!
SPAC Prepares for Another Eclectic Season of Classical Performances Attention classical music enthusiasts, fans of professional ballet, and anyone who appreciates a terrific performance: SPAC has announced the 2020 lineup for their classical season so check out the details and mark your calendar!
Shop Local This Season With These Top Saratoga Holiday Gift Ideas Looking for some unique holiday gift ideas that will really make an impression? While there are countless holiday gifts to discover in Saratoga, below are some hand-picked options you can get throughout the Capital Region. Check out this selection of unique holiday gifts and get shopping!
Construction Is Underway on a $9.5 Million Renovation Project at Saratoga Performing Arts Center With the help of New York State, the Spa City’s Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) is undergoing a revitalization that will transform and improve the grounds. This past October, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced the groundbreaking for SPAC’s $9.5 million visitor services improvement project.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center Reveals Expanded Programming & Major Upgrades for 2020 Since opening in 1966, Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) has continued to grow as a premier arts venue. In fact, this past year, SPAC completed a $1.75 million improvements project to modernize the aging balcony ramps. At a recent board meeting in October 2019, the performing arts center announced plans to both upgrade their facilities further and expand their programming.
Fall Is Fabulous in Saratoga: Celebrate the Season With These 10 Can't-Miss Events Step outside and breathe in the sweet smells of pumpkin spice and cider doughnuts - it's fall in Saratoga County! The season is a fabulous time to visit the area, whether you love colorful fall foliage, festivals, Halloween happenings, or traditional family activities. Have an amazing autumn in Saratoga by attending some of these upcoming top events.
10 First Date Ideas for Saratoga Springs in the Summer Saratoga is perfect for summer lovin'! The birds and the bees are coming out in full force lately, and if you have a budding romance, we have a variety of first date ideas for you in Saratoga Springs.
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 The Philadelphia Orchestra Live at SPAC & Raise Funds for Catholic Charities How would you like to attend a wonderful performance by The Philadelphia Orchestra at Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) and support a good cause at the same time? On Thursday, August 15, Catholic Charities of Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties will host a fundraiser called “An Evening at SPAC,” which will include tickets to see the acclaimed orchestra perform live at SPAC.
Explore the Relationship Between Physics & Dance at the Tang Teaching Museum Have you ever wanted to better understand the deepest questions about the universe? Are you a fan of physics or classical dance? If you’re interested in the relationship between art, science, and nature, then you should attend the upcoming lecture-demonstration at the Tang Teaching Museum entitled “Time Travels in Physics and Dance.”
Speaker Series Returns to SPAC, Centers Around Exploring Water SPAC has announced their second annual Speaker Series, which consists of three events centering around the theme of water and how it connects to the essence of Saratoga Springs, its influence on music and art, and how it fits into nature and the environment.
SPAC Announces Second Annual Festival of Young Artists Over 400 of the Capital Region’s most accomplished creatives from dancers to musicians to poets and more come together at the Adirondack Trust Company Festival of Young Artists on Sunday, June 2nd. Check out what you can expect at this vibrant – and free! – event.
Enjoy a Winter Wonderland of Fun in Saratoga County Think Saratoga rolls up the sidewalks in the winter? Think again! Here's 15 insider tips for having a fabulous winter vacation in Saratoga, whether you have a week or a weekend. From activities to enjoy outdoors and in, to popular annual events, you'll be endlessly entertained in the Saratoga area this season.
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.
A Sensational Girls Weekend in Saratoga Planning a girls weekend? Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just getting together with some girlfriends, Saratoga Springs and the surrounding county of Saratoga offer a wide range of fun-filled things to do and places to visit.
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.
Learn About the Arts Through SPAC’s 2019 Educational Programming In recent years, Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) has been dedicated to expanding their education and outreach programs. For 2019, the Center will offer even more programs to make the arts accessible in Saratoga.
Get All The Details On Saratoga Performing Arts Center's 2019 Classical Season Iconic masterpieces and new works come together during SPAC's 2019 classical lineup. Each summer, this premier cultural destination hosts an unforgettable season of classical performances from The Philadelphia Orchestra, The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and the New York City Ballet. Prepare for a magical summer season at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC).
Jazz Festival Lineup Revealed, a Major Harness Racing Update, and More Saratoga News May is a marvelous month in Saratoga, and not just because of the warmer weather. The lineup for the annual Jazz Festival has just been announced, spectators can once again watch the harness track races live at Saratoga Casino Hotel, and you can always find something to do in the events calendar.
Summer Concerts, a Fitness Fundraiser & More Saratoga Area News A summer concert series begins this Saturday, there’s a fun new way to experience Saratoga Spa State Park, and a popular jazz bar has finally reopened. Check out the full roundup of Saratoga news and events below!
From Unique Boutiques to Locally Owned Restaurants: A Look at 11 New Saratoga Businesses Saratoga Race Course is reopening, live concerts have returned to SPAC, and Saratoga Springs is ready to welcome back everyone who hasn’t visited the area since 2019. A lot has changed over the past year, including the opening of many new local businesses. Below, we’ve shined a spotlight on 11 new shops, restaurants, craft beverage spots, and other businesses that you should know about.
