Need something to do this weekend in the Clifton Park area? We’ve rounded up our top picks of events happening right in our own backyard, as well as in Albany and Saratoga. Take a peek!
Photo courtesy of Adirondack Photography via Clifton Park’s Facebook page
Clifton Park
- Feeling Pinterest-y on Saturday? Swing over to the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library for a DIY morning featuring coasters made from discarded books!
Top 3 Events in Saratoga
Saratoga Wine & Food Festival
The Saratoga Wine & Food Festival will be held at SPAC from September 11th through the 13th. There will be over 200 premiere wine and food exhibitors, collector Italian luxury vehicles and one-of-a-kind seminars. The events lined up as part of the festival include:
Friday, September 11
Saturday, September 12
Sunday, September 13
Double H Ranch – Camp Challenge Ride & Run
The Annual Camp Challenge Ride & Run will take place on Saturday, September 12th. Cyclists can choose from a 30 mile or 62 mile ride while those not riding bikes can choose to run or walk the 5k trail at Double H. Register today!
Live Music & Food Truck at The Saratoga Winery
Relax in the rustic atmosphere at The Saratoga Winery on September 12th and enjoy live music from Steve Candlen! There will be a food truck, wine tastings, beer tastings, and more.
Festivals in Albany
All Weekend Long
- The 40th Annual St. George Greek Festival will be held at the Hellenic Center in Schenectady from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday and from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Sunday.
Saturday
- The Hispanic Heritage Celebration presented by SONYMA starring Alex Matos will take place in Empire State Plaza. Don’t miss out on live music, dancing, food and family friendly activities.
- The 10th Annual Little Italy StreetFest will take place on North Jay Street in Schenectady from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The day will feature Italian favorites the community has come to know and love for over 90 years.
- The 6th Annual Pearl Palooza is happening on Saturday! Enjoy great bands, a variety of food vendors and more. This year will feature Matisyahu, Wild Adriatic and other talented artists.
- What could be better than live jazz and a view of the river? Swing over to Albany’s Riverfront Jazz Festival on Saturday afternoon. Want a great view of the festival’s fireworks? Jump aboard the Jazz Fest Fireworks Cruise from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM.
- The 64th Annual Stockade Villagers’ Art Show will take place in the beautiful Stockade Neighborhood in Schenectady. Browse through a variety of art and enjoy New York’s first historic district.
Check out the full list of Clifton Park weekend happenings.
