Halloween is on its way, so you’ll want to have your pumpkin picked, carved, and displayed in time for the holiday. Explore Saratoga this weekend, get a pumpkin, and enjoy one of the great fall events happening in the region!
Fall Festival Fun
Falling Leaves Festival in Ballston Spa NY
Saturday, October 22
The annual Falling Leaves Festival in Ballston Spa will take place at Kelley Park this Saturday from 3:00PM-7:00PM. Highlights include a costume parade, pumpkin catapult, face painting, and much more.
Fall Festival at Artisanal Brew Works
Saturday, October 22
Visit Artisanal Brew Works for a family-friendly Fall Festival this Saturday from 12:00PM-8:00PM. Enjoy lawn games outside, apple cider, food, and a wide variety of craft beers.
Great Fall Festival and Giveaway
Saturday, October 22
New Life Fellowship Church in Saratoga Springs will host a Great Fall Festival and Giveaway this Saturday from 9:00AM-2:00PM. The event will include free donated winter clothing and toys, a petting zoo, hayrides, games, and more.
For A Good Cause
Dish It Out For Kids Fundraiser
Friday, October 21
The Dish It Out For Kids Fundraiser at the Saratoga Springs City Center will support the Capital Region Office of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. The event will feature tapas style dishes prepared by leading regional chefs.
To Life!’s 12th Annual Pink Ball
Friday, October 21
The Pink Ball is celebration of community leaders who have helped those dealing with breast cancer and a fundraiser for To Life!’s various programs. The event will begin at 6:30PM at the Hall of Springs, ticket prices vary.
Saturday, October 22
Participate in a short walk at Spa State Park to remember those we have lost to ALS. There will be a kids area, raffles, and music from 10:00AM-12:00PM. Donations are accepted.
Special Olympics New York rUNDEAD 5K
Sunday, October 23
rUNDEAD 5K 2016 is set to take place this Sunday, from 8:30AM-3:00PM, at Spa State Park. This 5K fundraiser supports Special Olympics New York, and participants can choose to run the 5K or act as zombies along the course.
Experience Halloween
Friday, October 21 – Sunday, October 23
In and around Saratoga Springs, there are a ton of spooky and Halloween-themed events happening this weekend. Check them out and experience Halloween horrors early!
Great Saratoga Events
Chase Con – Saratoga’s Comic Con
Saturday, October 22 & Sunday, October 23
Get ready for Chase Con at the Saratoga Springs City Center this weekend! Vendors and artists from around the world will be featured at the convention. If you love gaming, comic books, anime, and sci-fi, then this is the convention for you.
“Saratoga Chic” Embassy Suites Bridal Show
Sunday, October 23
Dozens of wedding professionals will be gathered at Embassy Suites by Hilton Saratoga Springs from 11:00AM-2:00PM this Sunday. Stop by this free Bridal Show and learn all the details to planning the perfect wedding day.
The Arts
Friday, October 21 – Sunday, October 23
Based on the DreamWorks Animation Motion Picture, Shrek The Musical will entertain both parents and children. There will be three performances of the musical this weekend at the Spa Little Theater: October 21 (7:30PM), October 22 (7:30PM), and October 23 (2:00PM).
Friday, October 21 – Sunday, October 23
The Local Actors Guild of Saratoga will present Heathers: The Musical three times this coming weekend at the Saratoga Arts Center. Based on the classic 1989 film, Heathers: The Musical will be performed on October 21 (8:00PM), October 22 (8:00PM), and October 23 (2:00PM).
Opening Reception “4th Annual Upstate Invitational”
Saturday, October 22
The 4th Annual Upstate Invitational at the Laffer Gallery in Schuylerville will celebrate the work of Anne Diggory, Janice Medina, and Russell Serrianne. The opening reception will run from 5:00PM-8:00PM, and it is free and open to the public.