Have you been enjoying all of the holiday season festivities in the Saratoga Springs area? If so, then get ready for even more this weekend! There will be horse-drawn carriage rides, visits from Santa, holiday performances, and plenty of other events from Friday through Sunday.
Festive Fun Throughout The Saratoga Area
Pitney Meadows Community Farm Holiday Ornament Festival – Sunday, December 10
On Sunday afternoon from 1:00pm-3:00pm, Pitney Meadows Community Farm will turn its greenhouse into a festive facility for holiday ornament making. Enjoy making decorations and get in the holiday spirit with hot cocoa, cider, Christmas cookies, and more. A $5 per person or $15 per family donation is suggested.
17th Annual Santa’s Playland Open House – Friday, December 8
Quick Response Restoration in Round Lake will once again host their annual Santa’s Playland Open House. Join them on Friday from 5:30pm-9:00pm for visits from Santa and friends, horse and wagon rides, and free refreshments.
Santa Visits The Saratoga Winery – Saturday, December 9
Don’t miss out on Santa’s annual visit to The Saratoga Winery on Saturday! Santa will be there from 11:00am-5:00pm, and guests will also be able to enjoy live Christmas carols, cookies, cocoa, and more. This is a family-friendly event!
Newfies at Ellms’ Christmas Trees – Saturday, December 9
Ready to buy your Christmas tree this weekend? Bring the family to Ellms’ Christmas Trees in Ballston Spa on Saturday and have a Newfie help pull your new tree to your car.
Holiday Season Entertainment
“A Christmas Carol” at HMT – Friday, December 8 – Sunday, December 17
Home Made Theater at the Spa Little Theater will kick off their holiday presentation of “A Christmas Carol” this Friday! After Friday, additional performances of the classic tale will be held on December 9, 10, 15, 16, and 17.
National Museum of Dance School of the Arts Presents “The Nutcracker” – Saturday, December 9
Maple Avenue Middle School will host the School of the Arts’ annual performance of “The Nutcracker” this Saturday at 1:00pm and 7:00pm. Local dancers ranging in age from 4-17 will perform the holiday classic.
Shopping Opportunities Galore
Saratoga Springs History Museum Holiday Gala – Friday, December 8
The 12th Annual Holiday Gala benefiting the Saratoga Springs History Museum will be held on Friday from 6:30pm-11:00pm at The Canfield Casino. This spectacular night out will include great food, music, and shopping opportunities.
Pop-Up Art Show – Friday, December 8 & Saturday, December 9
Join the artists of the Washington County Open Studio Tour Organization for a Pop-Up Art Show and Reception this Friday and Saturday in Greenwich. This two-day event will feature a wide range of artworks (paintings and sculptures) by local artists for sale. Stop by and find a unique holiday gift!
Lapland Lake Annual Open House – Saturday, December 9 & Sunday, December 10
Preparing for winter and ski season in the Saratoga Springs area? Visit Lapland Lake Nordic Vacation Center in Northville for their annual Open House! There will be discounts on ski equipment and apparel, and guests will receive complimentary cookies, hot cocoa, coffee, and tea. Hourly door prizes will be drawn.
Holiday Makers Market at The Putnam Den – Sunday, December 10
Join The Putnam Den in downtown Saratoga for their Holiday Makers Market on Sunday from 12:30pm-4:30pm. The local venue will be hosting multiple vendors, so stop by and get some holiday gift shopping done.