Get ready to celebrate a peaceful Thanksgiving and prepare for the busiest time of the year – the holiday season! Black Friday and Small Business Saturday are already here, and you can enjoy both events and much more in the Saratoga area this Thanksgiving weekend!
Enjoy Thanksgiving in the Saratoga Area
Thursday, November 24
What are your plans for Thanksgiving? If you’re still unsure whether to eat out or put together a holiday feast at home, then take a look at the restaurants offering Thanksgiving meals and carry-out dishes in Saratoga, and see what interests you.
The 15th Annual Christopher Dailey Turkey Trot
Thursday, November 24
The always popular Christopher Dailey Turkey Trot in Saratoga Springs is now in its 15th year. Although there is no day-of registration this year, if you were unable to register in time, you can still stop by Saratoga City Hall to watch the runners!
Holiday Events & Festivities
Black Friday Black Beer Festival
Friday, November 25
Take a trip over to Clifton Park’s Shmaltz Brewing Company for its 4th annual Black Friday Black Beer Festival! For $25 per person, you get 6 drink tokens, a bottle of Rejewvenator, and 20% off beer to go.
The 41st Saratoga Holiday Craft Marketplace
Saturday, November 26
Get ready for the 41st annual Saratoga Holiday Craft Marketplace at the Saratoga Springs City Center this Saturday! From 10:00AM-4:30PM, check out all of the unique crafts and handmade products offered at the marketplace. Admission is $5.
Brookside Museum Artisans Market
Saturday, November 26
The Brookside Museum Artisans Market will kick off during Small Business Saturday this weekend! Discover great holiday gifts made by local artisans. The market will continue to be open through Friday, December 23.
Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
Saturday, November 26 & Sunday, November 27
The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train will be stopping in Mechanicville and Saratoga Springs this Saturday! The festive rolling fundraiser will then make its way north to Fort Edward and the Adirondacks on Sunday.
Black Friday and Small Business Saturday Deals
Friday, November 25
Can’t wait to start your holiday shopping? Head over to Saratoga Springs this Black Friday for a variety of great deals and savings throughout the day. Participating stores in Downtown Saratoga will be opening their doors at 6:00AM on Friday morning.
Small Business Saturday: Ballston Spa
Saturday, November 26
If you’re planning to be in Ballston Spa this Saturday, then you’ll want to walk around and check out all of the local sales and events happening for Small Business Saturday!
Small Business Saturday: Saratoga
Saturday, November 26
Celebrate Small Business Saturday in Saratoga and support local businesses! Many small businesses in Downtown Saratoga and the surrounding area will offer specials and discounts throughout the day.
Doubleday House Antiques Open House
Saturday, November 26 & Sunday, November 27
Doubleday House Antiques plans to celebrate Small Business Saturday with a two-day Open House on Saturday and Sunday. Stop by for light refreshments and special discounts throughout the store! Doubleday House Antiques is open from 10:00AM-5:00PM.
