Looking to make those weekend plans and get started on New Year’s festivities? We’ve got all the info you need on First Night and all the other Saratoga celebrations and weekend happenings.
New Year’s Celebrations in the Spa City
Monday, December 31
First Night Saratoga isn’t just the biggest local New Year’s celebration – it’s the largest New Year’s event in the state outside of New York City. Don’t miss out on this epic event! Live music from a variety of genres and and unique entertainment takes place throughout Saratoga Springs, along with the First Night 5K.
Longfellows New Year’s Eve Bash
Monday, December 31
The New Year’s celebration at Longfellows includes cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres, plated dinner, five-hour open bar (cash for mixed drinks), and music provided by DJ Chris Wright.
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Salt & Char
Monday, December 31
Enjoy a fabulous four-course dinner at Salt & Char on New Year’s Eve. They’re offering two seating times, with the second including a champagne toast at midnight.
New Year’s Eve Celebration at Gideon Putnam
Monday, December 31
Ring in the New Year at Gideon Putnam, where festivities include a New Year’s Eve dinner, holiday drinks and cocktails with a four-hour open bar, music from Capital Disc Jockeys, and a champagne toast at midnight.
Monday, December 31
New Year’s Eve at Prime will comprise music from DJ Playground, four hours of an open bar, a champagne toast at midnight, a gif photo booth, gourmet hors d’oeuvres, dancing, and more.
New Year’s Eve at The Comedy Works
Monday, December 31
The Comedy Works is offering a full out New Year’s celebration with four hours of open bar, a delicious dinner, a hilarious comedy show with two headliners, a champagne toast, and dinner and dancing.
More Weekend Happenings
You don’t have to wait for Monday night to get in on all the fun happening in the Saratoga area! Here’s what’s taking place beforehand:
Friday, December 28
The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame is hosting a family-friendly celebration of Foal Patrol. Kids will get to meet a real mare and foal, take part in a coloring and craft project, check out interactive stations on horses, and more. And it’s free!
Get Up Jack at The Parting Glass
Saturday, December 29
Get up and go to The Parting Glass on Saturday night to enjoy live music from Get Up Jack. The cover charge is $12 and reservations are recommended.
Saturday, December 29
Michael Jerling, a local singer-songwriter who has toured nationally and has four decades of experience, will be performing at Caffe Lena. Admission is $20.
80s, 90s, and Today Featuring DJ Stantastic
Saturday, December 29
Don’t wait for New Year’s Eve to get your groove on – Vapor is hosting DJ Stantastic who will be paying all your favorite hits from the past several decades. Free admission.
Saturday, December 29
Any deadheads should head to the Putnam Place on Saturday to check out The Grateful Dead cover band The Wheel. Admission is free for those 21 and over.
The Clutch at Upstate Concert Hall
Sunday, December 30
The Clutch is performing at Upstate Concert Hall in Clifton Park on Sunday along with The Messtheics, Mike Dillon Band, and Lionize.
