Saratoga Springs is gearing up for their major holiday season events, but before then, you should look at what’s going on this weekend. From a Wine & Chocolate Festival to fantastic fundraisers, these are the events you should know about in the Saratoga area!
Saratoga Wine & Chocolate Festival | Saturday, November 16

Do you love wine, chocolate, or both! If so, then don’t miss out on the 2019 Saratoga Wine & Chocolate Festival at the Saratoga City Center. General admission gets you access to unlimited wine samples, a fabulous selection of treats, chocolates, cheeses, and sweets, a souvenir tasting glass, and more. There will be a 1:00pm-4:00pm tasting session and a 5:00pm-8:00pm tasting session.
Soroptimist Intl. Of Saratoga Fundraiser at Artisanal Brew Works | Friday, November 15
Join Soroptimist International of Saratoga County for their Friday fundraiser at Artisanal Brew Works in Saratoga. The event will run from 5:00pm-8:00pm and help raise funds for the non-profit organization’s annual Cabin Fever Luncheon.
Feast on This! A Celebration of Food & Community to benefit UPH | Friday, November 15
Kick off your holiday season with cocktails and nibbles at Feast on This! A Celebration of Food & Community to benefit Universal Preservation Hall (UPH) in Saratoga Springs. 20% of all sales from this evening will support the renovations happening at UPH.
FREE Basketball Hoop Shoot Sponsored by the Saratoga-Wilton Elks #161 | Saturday, November 16
Think your kid has what it takes to become a basketball free-throw champion? The Saratoga-Wilton Elks #161 will host the popular Elks Hoop Shoot at Gavin Park’s Christopher Dailey Gym. The Hoop Shoot is open to boys and girls ages 8 to 13.
Halfmoon Celebrations Holiday Marketplace | Saturday, November 16
Take a trip to the Halfmoon Town Hall on Saturday from 10:00am-3:00pm and do a little holiday shopping. This Holiday Marketplace will feature a wide range of small businesses from the local area.
KTNS Kid’s Consignment Sale | Friday, November 15 & Saturday, November 16
It’s that time of year! Katrina Trask Nursery School’s annual Kid’s Consignment Sale will take place at the Knights of Columbus in Saratoga this Friday and Saturday. Items for sale will include children’s clothing, furniture, sports equipment, puzzles and games, toys, and more. There will be a VIP Presale, a Public Sale, and then a Half Price Sale.
6th Annual Jewish Book Fair and Hanukkah Sale | Sunday, November 17
On Sunday from 11:00am-3:00pm, Congregation Shaara Tfille/The Jewish Community Center in Saratoga Springs will present their 6th Annual Jewish Book Fair and Hanukkah Sale. Shop for a variety of Jewish-themed or Jewish authored books, many of which are only available locally at this event.
Looking Ahead
7th Annual Holiday Lighted Tractor Parade in Greenwich | Saturday, November 23
Bring the family to Greenwich next Saturday for one of the region’s best holiday season events – the annual Holiday Lighted Tractor Parade. Watch as dozens of tractors decorated with colorful lights travel through downtown Greenwich and spread holiday cheer.