It’s going to be another sunny summer weekend in Saratoga Springs, so remember to stay cool while you’re out having fun. Wondering what’s going on? We’ve rounded up some of the top weekend events at the Race Course and in the surrounding area.
What’s Happening During Week 6 at Saratoga Race Course
Here are some of the special events that will be taking place at the racetrack:
- Taste NY Pavilion: Friday, August 19 – Sunday, August 21
- Belvedere and Old Tavern Farm Samplings: Friday, August 19
- Race Course Giveaway Day – Long-Sleeve T-Shirt presented by FOX Sports: Friday, August 19
- Trifecta of Tastings: Saturday, August 20
- Berkshire Bank Family Sundays at Saratoga Race Course: Sunday, August 21
- Sunday Brunch At The Rail Of The 1863 Club: Sunday, August 21
In addition, racing fans can listen to live music at Purdy’s Summer Concert Stage on Friday (The Rodeo Barons), Saturday (Alex Torres & His Latin Orchestra), and Sunday (The Bluz House Rockers).
View the full schedule of special events >>
A Brewery Opening, a Car Show, and 5 More Weekend Events to Check Out
Soft Opening at Dancing Grain Farm Brewery
Friday, August 19
From 3:00pm-9:00pm, Dancing Grain Farm Brewery in Moreau will welcome visitors to their soft opening event. Dancing Grain Farm Brewery is a new field-to-glass farm brewery located on 308 acres, and they will be serving beer pours for $7 plus additional offerings.
Concert In The Park at Halfmoon Town Park
Friday, August 19
Join the Halfmoon Celebrations Association, Inc. for a free concert in the park on Friday from 6:30pm-9:00pm. Bring a lawn chair to Halfmoon Town Park and enjoy a performance by The Bel-Aires. Light refreshments will be available to purchase, and donations are appreciated.
Saturday, August 20
Start your day off right with a trip to the Saratoga Farmers Market at High Rock Park. The weekly farmers market runs from 9:00am-1:00pm, and there will be over 60 local vendors.
16th Annual Clifton Park Elks Car, Truck & Bike Show
Saturday, August 20
On Saturday, the Clifton Park Elks Lodge #2466 will host their annual Car, Truck & Bike Show, which features all years and makes of cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Awards will be presented to the top vehicles, and the event will also include music, 50/50 raffles, and more, with proceeds benefiting the Elks National Foundation and the NYSEA Major Project Fund. Spectator admission is free.
Annual Saratoga Arts Celebration
Saturday, August 20 – Sunday, August 21
View unique art exhibits in open air galleries at the Annual Saratoga Arts Celebration this weekend, which will take place on the great lawn of the National Museum of Dance and Hall of Fame. The juried fine arts and crafts show will feature touchless payments, and all works displayed will be original and handmade by the artists.
Sunday, August 21
Want to learn more about horses? Make plans for the annual Saratoga County Horse Farm Tour on Sunday from 10:00am-2:00pm. This self-guided tour will be held at participating farms and give the public an opportunity to experience what life is like on a horse farm.
Family Fun Day in Ballston Spa
Sunday, August 21
Bring the kids to the Village of Ballston’s Spa Family Fun Day on Sunday from 1:00pm-6:00pm. There will be bounce houses, fair games with prizes, live music, and more.
