Looking for things to do and ways to spend these last few weeks of summer? Explore the Clifton Park area this weekend and check out these 8 top events!
Celebrate Festival Season in the Capital Region
17th Annual PolishFest – Friday, June 7 – Sunday, June 9
Love Polish food? If so, then you do not want to miss the 17th Annual PolishFest at the Blessed Virgin Mary of Czestochowa Church in Latham this weekend. Fill up on traditional Polish food and stay entertained with live music and Polish dances.
Red, White and Brew Festival – Friday, June 7
Enjoy fantastic food, beer tastings from local and national breweries, and live music by Big Sky Country at the Red, White and Brew Festival at Proctors. This popular food and drink festival will run from 5:00pm-9:00pm on Friday night, and tickets will be available for purchase at the door.
NY Capital District Renaissance Festival – Saturday, June 8 & Sunday, June 9
Take a trip to the past at the NY Capital District Renaissance Festival this Saturday and Sunday. Hosted at Indian Ladder Farms in Altamont, this annual Renaissance Festival will have everything from live jousts and sword fighting to a Viking encampment and vendors.
Art on Lark – Saturday, June 8
Each year, the Lark Street Business Improvement District celebrates the city’s arts by presenting Art on Lark – a one-day summer street festival. During the event, Lark Street will be shut down to traffic and feature artists’ displays, live performances and musicians, and more.
Discover Schenectady’s Kick Off to Summer – Saturday, June 8
Discover Schenectady will be celebrating summer early at their community festival in Central Park. Stop by for wonderful live music, food and beer, vendors, and activities for all ages.
7th Annual Beekman Street Art Fair – Sunday, June 9
Visit the Beekman Street Arts District in downtown Saratoga this Sunday for a one-day fun day at the annual Art Fair. From 10:00am-5:00pm, Beekman Street will be home to a juried art and craft show, musical groups, street performers, food trucks, and more. Admission is free, and this event is family friendly.
See What’s Happening in Clifton Park
LifeSong Dash 5k – Saturday, June 8
The annual LifeSong Dash 5k at Halfmoon Town Park is a fun run and fundraiser to benefit the programs of LifeSong, Inc., which supports individuals with disabilities who are working to become independent in their community. Race-day registration will be available if spots are open.
Clifton Park Elks’ Annual Soccer Shoot – Saturday, June 8
This Saturday, youth soccer players from around the area will demonstrate their soccer skills in competition at Clifton Common. There will be eight divisions of boys and girls, and trophies will be awarded to the division winners.
