It’s hard to believe this summer is already coming to an end! Why not take a short drive up to Saratoga or swing down to Albany to celebrate Labor Day weekend? Take a look at our top picks for events in the area.
North of Clifton Park
Labor Day marks the close of the 2015 racing season in Saratoga! Also, for the beer lovers, there’s a great event happening in everyone’s favorite Labor Day spot, Lake George. Check out what’s happening:
Friday
- The Labor Day BBQ kicks off at the track on Friday afternoon. Located in the At The Rail Pavilion overlooking the track, this all-you-can-eat buffet is the perfect way to spend a summer afternoon watching the races.
Saturday
- Get “pumped up” for the most fun inflatable obstacle course run in the world! The 2015 Insane Inflatable 5k Run is will take place on Saturday morning. Register today!
- The first night of the two-day Final Stretch Music Festival kicks off on Saturday. A variety of bands will provide free live entertainment at a variety of downtown locations on both Saturday and Sunday from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Saturday & Sunday
- What’s better than a view of Lake George and craft beers? Take a short drive up to Charles R. Wood Park for the LakeGeorge.com Brewfest, taking place on Saturday and Sunday.
South of Clifton Park
Swing down to Albany and enjoy these fun events over the weekend!
Friday
- Celebrate the first Friday of September at 1st Friday: Albany with music, art, vendors and more! The Fork in the Road Food Truck Festival will be held in Tricentennial Park from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM in conjunction with First Friday!
Saturday & Sunday
- The Capital District Scottish Games will return to the Altamont Fair Grounds. Join in the festivities with live music, dance performances, bag pipes and more!
Monday
Why not spend Labor Day at The Joe? Watch the Tri-City ValleyCats take on the Connecticut Tigers and enjoy an all-you-can-eat BBQ dinner!
Take a look at the full list of Labor Day weekend happenings!
