And they’re off! The Saratoga Downtown Business Association is excited to mark the long-awaited return of racing season with the first-ever Celebrate Saratoga event tonight, July 15. This event was made possible in collaboration with NYRA and the Saratoga Springs Downtown Special Assessment District. Festivities will run from 6:30-8:30pm in downtown after Opening Day...
New York Thoroughbred Aftercare Day To Take Place July 21

Last week, The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA), New York Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association (NYTHA), and New York Thoroughbred Breeders (NYTB) announced that Saratoga Race Course will host the first New York Thoroughbred Aftercare Day on Wednesday, July 21. Named after the late NYTHA President, the featured race will be the Rick Violette Stakes;...
Saratoga Race Course Ready to Kick Off 2021 Summer Meet
Special Events, Giveaways & More Announced!

On July 8, the New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) announced a plethora of details pertaining to the upcoming 2021 Saratoga racing season, which is set to kick off July 15 and run through September 6. Throughout the racing season, a number of special events and giveaway days will take place at the track....
A Popular Summer Concert Series Returns, Opening Day Is Nearly Here & More Newsy Updates
News/Events Roundup: July 9-15

Racing season is about to begin, summer concerts are returning to Congress Park, and there is even more to be excited about in Saratoga. Check out upcoming events and newsy updates in our latest roundup! Summer Is Heating Up With Fun-Filled Events Here’s a preview of what’s happening this weekend and next in the...
Visit Downtown Saratoga on Opening Day of the Track for a “Celebrate Saratoga” Event
Enjoy the Festivities on Opening Day, July 15!

Welcome back to the track and Saratoga Springs! Opening Day at Saratoga Race Course is on Thursday, July 15, 2021, and to celebrate, the Saratoga Springs Downtown Business Association (DBA) will host a new special event in the downtown area. Prepare for a Day of Live Racing & Music The new event is called...
Fireworks, Fair News & Family Fun: Here’s What’s Happening in Saratoga
News/Events Roundup: July 2-8

Editor’s Note (7/2/2021 4PM): The Town of Stillwater has announced that the annual fireworks display at Brown’s Beach has been rescheduled from Saturday, July 3 to Monday, July 5. We have updated the info below accordingly. The holiday weekend has arrived, and there are a few ways you can celebrate here in Saratoga Springs....
Weekend Festivals, Popular Pools Opening Soon, and More in Saratoga
News/Events Roundup: June 24 - July 1

It’s time to have a fun-filled summer in Saratoga Springs! There are a variety of great events happening every week, Saratoga Spa State Park’s two pools are about to open, and Saratoga Race Course is preparing to debut new hospitality areas. Upcoming Events to Know About in the Saratoga Area Check out some top...
Immerse Yourself in the Arts this Summer at the Tang Teaching Museum
The Museum is Reopening to the Public on July 10, 2021!

Dive into your creative side this summer at the Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery in Saratoga! The museum will reopen to the public on July 10, 2021, with new exhibitions. Their famous Family Saturdays will return, and a weekly music show will take place on the lawn outside the museum. Experience...
Live Music’s Comeback Continues, A Major Museum Reopens, and More Happenings in Saratoga
News/Events Roundup: June 17 - 24

It’s going to be a fun weekend in Saratoga Springs, as Sunday, June 20, is both Father’s Day and the first day of summer. There’s a lot to celebrate, and we’ve rounded up top events you should check out and a couple newsy updates from around the region. Make Plans to Enjoy Upcoming Concerts...
NYRA Announces That Saratoga Race Course Will Reopen at Full Capacity
It's Time to Plan Your Summer Visit

Last month, the New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) announced that Saratoga Race Course would reopen to fans at near full capacity for the 2021 season. However, thanks to New York State hitting the 70% vaccination threshold and removing COVID-19 protocols for almost all activities and industries, Saratoga Race Course will now reopen at...