Looking for things to do this weekend? Check out these five events happening in and around Saratoga!
1. Folkathon! at Caffe Lena
Friday, April 29 – Sunday, May 1
Although Caffe Lena is undergoing a major renovation, the “old” Caffe won’t be forgotten. To celebrate its historic past, the Caffe will be reviving Folkathon, a musical tradition at Lena through the 90’s. Starting Friday at 6:00pm, the three day event features virtually non-stop music from the Caffe’s top headliners.
Saturday, April 30 at 10:30 AM
A film crew will come to Phila Street to capture footage of a Giant Street Sing and Caffe Lena needs YOU!! They need a huge crowd to sing the final chorus for a music video they have been working on for a year. It will celebrate the fabulous folk from Lena’s past and present and will be distributed to millions of viewers through social media!
2. Saratoga Paddlefest
Saturday, April 30 & Sunday, May 1
The annual Saratoga Paddlefest is returning this weekend at 9:00am on both Saturday and Sunday. As the capital region’s largest on-water canoe, kayak, and stand-up paddleboard sale, Mountainman’s Saratoga Springs Paddlesports Store will feature over 500 brand name boats.
3. Sustainable Saratoga’s 3rd Annual TREE TOGA
Saturday, April 30
Help keep the city green by planting trees at the 3rd annual TREE TOGA event taking place at High Rock Park. Bring the whole family, and if you’d like, take home a tree to host for the next two years. Volunteers are asked to register in advance!
4. 2nd Annual Day In The Dirt
Saturday, April 30
Join Saratoga Bridges as they host the 2nd annual ‘Day in the Dirt’ event! Take part in a spring cleanup at several locations and help give back to the community. A lunch will take place afterward at noon at their Administrative Campus.
5. Countdown to the Triple Crown preview panel
Saturday, April 30
Track season is approaching, so prepare yourselves at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame. Racing experts will review and offer analysis on the upcoming Kentucky Derby and Triple Crown series, accompanied by video highlights of past races.
See the full Saratoga events calendar >>
Mid-Week Bonus Event!
27th Annual May Day Spring Fling Dinner & Auction
Wednesday, May 4
The Saratoga County Economic Opportunity Council is having a May Day Spring Fling at the beautiful Canfield Casino. VIP bartenders will be pouring drinks, there will be dinner and dessert stations, live and silent auctions, plus music by J. Yager. Attendees will have the opportunity to fund an innovative ‘Traveling Food Pantry’ that will serve individuals throughout Saratoga County!
