Happy New Year, Saratoga Springs! Although 2016 was a lot of fun, it’s time to prepare for a fresh start in 2017. This weekend, there will be many opportunities for you to celebrate the new year in the Spa City, including First Night Saratoga! Take a look at what’s happening and enjoy the final weekend of 2016!
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First Night Saratoga Fun
First Night Saratoga 2017 – A Night of Magic
Saturday, December 31 & Sunday, January 1
First Night Saratoga is recognized as New York’s largest New Year’s Eve celebration outside of NYC, and this year marks the 30th anniversary of the event! Purchase your First Night button for $20, and get ready to enjoy over 70 performers in 30 venues, including Holly & Evan Band and Opera Saratoga.
19th Annual First Night Saratoga 5K Run
Saturday, December 31
Kick off First Night Saratoga 2017 at the 19th annual First Night Saratoga 5K Run! The run starts and finishes at the Skidmore College campus, and it will begin at 5:30pm. Registration is $30 per person.
New Year’s Eve Parties
New Year’s Eve at the Parting Glass
Saturday, December 31 – Sunday, January 1
Head over to the Parting Glass Pub on New Year’s Eve for great Irish music by Forthlin Road and a full menu until last call. There is no cover charge for this celebration!
New Year’s Eve Celebration at Vapor
Saturday, December 31
Vapor Night Club at the Saratoga Casino Hotel will host a New Year’s Eve celebration this Saturday starting at 8:30pm. Day-of admission is $30 per person, and the celebration will feature the New York Players and the biggest ball drop in the Capital Region!
Saturday, December 31 & Sunday, January 1
Longfellows will host its 5th annual New Year’s Eve Bash this weekend! Reservations are required for this New Year’s Eve event, and packages include $205 per couple for an evening of cocktails, dinner, and dancing, and $405 for evening entertainment plus overnight accommodations. DJ service will be provided by Cool Cat Entertainment.
Salt & Char New Year’s Eve Dinner & Masquerade
Saturday, December 31
Salt & Char will host a New Year’s Eve Dinner & Masquerade Party this Saturday starting at 6:00pm! Guests have a variety of options to choose from: $95 per person for the four-course dinner, $135 per person for the five-course dinner, or $25 per person to attend just the Masquerade Party.
New Year’s Eve at Campagna Restaurant
Saturday, December 31
Campagna Restaurant in Malta is ready to help you ring in the new year! Featuring a special New Year’s Eve menu, you’ll be able to enjoy champagne, food, and live music as you dance the night away.
New Year’s Eve Prix Fixe Dinner at Carson’s Woodside Tavern
Saturday, December 31
Visit Carson’s Woodside Tavern in Malta from 5:00pm-11:00pm on New Year’s Eve for live entertainment with Steve Smith and a great prix fixe dinner selection!
New Year’s Eve Comedy Shows
Saturday, December 31
At the Nostalgia Ale House & Wine Bar in Malta, there will be a comedy show on New Year’s Eve! The comedy show will begin at 8:00pm, and then Dave Meehan will perform live starting at 10:00pm. The cost of admission is $20 per person.
The Comedy Works New Year’s Eve Package
Saturday, December 31 & Sunday, January 1
The Comedy Works in Saratoga is offering a New Year’s Eve package for this weekend. For $249 per couple, you’ll be able to enjoy four hours of open bar, a delicious dinner, a hilarious comedy show, champagne, and more from 8:00pm-2:00am.
Wine Lovers & Foodies
Cardinals In The Snow Sip & Paint Class
Friday, December 30
Enjoy a glass of wine while painting a picture of cardinals in the snow at Art In Mind Creative Wellness Studio’s upcoming Paint & Sip Class this Friday! The cost to attend is $35, and the class will run from 7:00pm-9:00pm.
New Year’s Eve Wine Pairing Dinner
Saturday, December 31
Visit the Saratoga Winery & Tasting Room this Saturday at 7:00pm for a New Year’s Eve Wine Pairing Dinner. Each item on the five-course menu will be paired with a specific wine. The cost to attend is $65 per person, and reservations are required.
