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Explore Culture & The Arts In Saratoga Springs NY

Whether you're a history buff, a regular theatergoer, or a fine arts aficionado, you're sure to love the arts and culture scene in Saratoga Springs! Below, you'll find area museums, art galleries, historic sites, and performing arts venues that you'll want to put on your list of places to visit.

a crowd sitting in lawn chairs on the SPAC lawn
Saratoga Performing Arts Center
Saratoga Springs, NY
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.
Photo of Sawyer Fredericks at Caffe Lena
Caffè Lena
Saratoga Springs, NY
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.
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The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery
Saratoga Springs, NY
The mission of the Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College is to awaken the community to the richness and diversity of the human experience through the medium of art.
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Art in Mind Creative Wellness Studio
Glenville, NY
Art in Mind Creative Wellness Studio offers a variety of services, classes, and entertainment for all ages and abilities. This interactive and educational art studio is a space to learn, create, relax, experiment, and above all, have fun.
artist working with clay on a wheel
Saratoga Clay Arts Center
Schuylerville, NY
Have FUN and EXPLORE your creativity in clay! We provide year-round classes for individuals of all ages. Book an event, attend a class, or visit our gallery TODAY.
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The X-Files Preservation Collection
Saratoga Springs, NY
The X-Files Preservation Collection in Saratoga Springs, NY, is home to possibly the world's largest collection of screen used props, wardrobe, and set dressing from The X-Files. The collection features thousands of pieces of The X-Files history.
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Adirondack Theatre Festival
Glens Falls, NY
Each summer in Glens Falls, the Adirondack Theatre Festival, our region's top professional not-for-profit summer theatre, presents a variety of new and contemporary musicals and plays.
group of girls dancing to live music
Rivers Casino & Resort: Events & Entertainment
Schenectady, NY
Planning your next night out? Look no further than Rivers Casino & Resort in Schenectady, NY! This entertainment hotspot has an abundance of live music, comedians, sporting events, and more to explore and enjoy, all in one place.
LGDT's 56th season: Shear Madness & Marriage is Murder
Lake George Dinner Theatre
Lake George, NY
Each year, The Lake George Dinner Theatre offers guests a memorable dining and theater experience in one of the most intimate professional dinner theatres in the United States.
the entrance walkway up to the Hyde House
The Hyde Collection
Glens Falls, NY
The Hyde is one of the Northeast's exceptional small art museums with distinguished collections of European and American art.
Meet the Choreographers for Nacre's 2023 "So, You Think You Can Choreograph?" competition on August 5th at 7:30pm at the Universal Preservation Hall
So, You Think You Can Choreograph?
Saratoga Springs, NY
Nacre Dance Group proudly presents "So, You Think You Can Choreograph?" performance!
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National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
Saratoga Springs, NY
Admission to the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame is always a winning ticket! Come explore a diverse collection of racing-related art and memorabilia in Saratoga Springs, NY.
The exterior of Rodgers Island Visitors Center, a green building
Rogers Island Visitors Center
Fort Edward, NY
Fort Edward and Rogers Island have been a great place for people to live for thousands of years. When you step inside the Visitors Center you will see exhibits on early native Americans, the French and Indian War and the Revolutionary time period.
The Gibson Brothers live at The Park Theater!
The Park Theater
Glens Falls, NY
The Park Theater is the newest premier venue in Glens Falls, NY. This century-old theater holds a vast and rich history within the community and has recently been revitalized as a destination for arts, weddings, events and more!
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Ulysses S. Grant Cottage National Historic Landmark
Wilton, NY
The U.S. Grant Cottage National Historic Landmark is the final home of Ulysses S. Grant, Civil War Commanding General of the U.S. Army, 18th U.S. President, and beloved American public figure. Open May - October.
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Eden Compton Studio & Gallery
Saratoga Springs, NY
Located in the heart of the arts district, Eden Compton Studio offers a wide range of art classes and workshops. The fine art gallery features the work of both local and nationally known artists and features special exhibits during the season.
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The World Awareness Children's Museum
Glens Falls, NY
The World Awareness Children's Museum brings the adventures and wonders of the world to your kid through interactive exhibitions, multicultural programs, and exciting events. Play games, hear stories, dance, shop, create a travel adventure, and more.
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The Laffer Gallery
Schuylerville, NY
The Laffer Gallery is a contemporary fine art gallery and custom framing studio showcasing nationally and regionally recognized contemporary artists. Exhibitions ranging from realism to abstraction rotate every 4 to 6 weeks.
Vapor bar
Vapor
Saratoga Springs, NY
Vapor, located inside Saratoga Casino Hotel, is the home of the area's premier nightlife experience. Featuring two floors, two bars, plush VIP lounges, a 16-foot screen, and an incredible light show, Vapor is taking entertainment to another level.
Saratoga Arts Exterior
Saratoga Arts
Saratoga Springs, NY
Saratoga Arts, in historic downtown Saratoga Springs, is the home for arts education for all ages; an art gallery; a gift shop, a performance space for film, music, theater, and more. Saratoga Arts is your community arts center.
Saratoga Springs History Museum
Saratoga Springs, NY
This award winning museum presents changing exhibitions, public programs, and serve hundreds of researchers annually on three floors of a historic 1870s gambling casino, designated a National Historic Landmark.
Proctors
Schenectady, NY
What began as a Vaudeville theatre in the early 20th century is now the Capital Region's destination for major Broadway shows, cutting-edge film festivals, exciting special events, and everything in between.
Saratoga City Ballet
Saratoga Springs, NY
Saratoga City Ballet is one of the area's most established dance studios. We are non-profit and offer ballet classes as well as modern and jazz classes for children and teens ages 2+. SCB also performs The Nutcracker at The Egg every December.
Universal Preservation Hall
Saratoga Springs, NY
Located in the heart of downtown Saratoga Springs, the Universal Preservation Hall (UPH) hosts a wide variety of private and public events, including concerts, performing arts, and more!
Saratoga Children's Theatre
Saratoga Springs, NY
The Saratoga Children's Theatre in Saratoga Springs, NY is a performing arts institute and nonprofit organization that offers classes in theatre, dance, voice, and more.
Putnam Place
Saratoga Springs, NY
Featuring a 400+ capacity room inside and an outdoor patio outside, The Putnam Place is designed to provide the best music listening experience for all its concerts. Check out the full-service bar, weeknight drink specials, and theme nights!
Local Actor's Guild
Saratoga Springs, NY
Theater group in Saratoga. Our goal is to produce theater that relies heavily on acting. We do small cast show and our home is the Dee Sarno Theater at the Saratoga Arts Center.
New York State Military Museum
Saratoga Springs, NY
The New York State Military Museum and Veteran's Research Center houses the state's collection of more than 10,000 military artifacts, some dating back before the Revolutionary War. Open 10 am to 4 pm, Tuesday through Saturday. Admission is free.
Adirondack Experience
Blue Mountain Lake, NY
Adirondack Experience, The Museum on Blue Mountain Lake features exhibitions about the Adirondacks in 24 modern galleries and historic buildings. You can explore topics ranging from logging to boating as well as enjoy hands-on activities.
Tom Myott Gallery
Glens Falls, NY
Tom Myott captures the action and vitality of each subject. The canvas comes alive with a myriad of lush, vibrant colors. Loose animated strokes are the genesis of motion in his work.
Arthur Zankel Music Center
Saratoga Springs, NY
The Arthur Zankel Music Center at Skidmore College offers a lively music scene, weekly game nights, and more.
The Children's Museum At Saratoga
Saratoga Springs, NY
A wonderful museum committed to providing positive opportunities for children to learn about science, history, community living and the arts.
Opera Saratoga
Saratoga Springs, NY
Opera Saratoga is one of the great cultural assets of the region, producing a world-class opera festival every summer in Saratoga Springs, with guest artists from around the globe.
Saratoga Shakespeare Company, Inc
Saratoga Springs, NY
The mission of The Saratoga Shakespeare Company is to enrich the cultural life for the residents and visitors of New York's Capital Region through the presentation of free, accessible, professional Shakespeare productions in Historic Congress Park
The Saratoga Film Forum
Saratoga Springs, NY
The Saratoga Film Forum is a not-for-profit arts organization that offers the film-loving community of our upstate region an opportunity to enjoy and discuss high-quality films and other electronic media productions at a downtown venue in Saratoga.
National Museum of Dance & Hall of Fame
Saratoga Springs, NY
(Temporarily closed for 2020) Only museum in the nation dedicated entirely to dance. Located in the Spa State Park, the museum houses a growing collection of photographs, videos, artifacts, costumes, biographies & archives for the general public
Ballston Spa Concerts in the Park Series
Ballston Spa, NY
The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association is a group of businesses and individuals working together to make Ballston Spa a great place to work, live and visit.