On Deck
Opera Saratoga's 2025 Festival, Summer SPACtacular, Saratoga Automobile Museum's Spring Show, and more.
Monday, May 26
Hattie’s 18th Annual Crawfish Festival: Kick off summer with an enticing array of seafood from Hattie’s, including crawfish, shrimp, oysters, and clams. If you prefer land to sea, fried chicken will be served up, too. Wash it all down with refreshing cocktails, and enjoy live entertainment by DJ TruMastr.
Wednesday, May 28
In a Grove: Opera Saratoga takes to the trees of the Spa State Park to debut a new operatic adaptation of Ryūnosuke Akutagawa’s classic short story In a Grove. Meet at Ferndell Pavilion to take part in an immersive investigation amongst nature’s “surround sound.” Only 30 tickets are available per showing, so register before they run out!
Boots & Bourbon: Support the Dake Foundation, a local not-for-profit organization that opens doors for children with disabilities, by attending this informal event on Wednesday at 5:30pm. Expect incredible food, entertainment, and surprises; limited tickets are available.
Friday, May 30
Summer SPACtacular: A magical evening under the stars—and on the SPAC stage—is promised by SPAC’s summer season kickoff fundraiser. Enjoy food tastings, cocktails (and mocktails), live music, and other activities, ending with an epic, on-stage dance party.
Saturday, May 31
Ladylily's Artisan Fairie Festival: This first-ever event hosted by local cookie business Ladylily’s Place will take guests of all ages to the world of the ethereal with an artisan marketplace, family-friendly entertainment, a fairie costume parade (yes, costumes are encouraged!), and local food and cookies.
Art in the Park: Saratoga Arts’ annual art fair was postponed last week due to weather, and returns to Congress Park on Saturday from 10am–4pm. Stop by any time to peruse work in a variety of genres by artists from near and far. There’ll also be live music, artist demos, and more.
2025 Spring Auto Show: Support the Saratoga Automobile Museum by registering your car for this Saturday’s Spring Auto Show or simply spectating and enjoying cool automobiles, great food, music, and an awards ceremony. The event will run 9am–2pm in the Spa State Park.
Next Gen’s 2025 Cornhole Tournament: Saratoga PLAN’s Next Gen Committee invites you to compete in their annual cornhole competition at Artisanal Brew Works on Saturday at 11am. Prizes include cash, an Artisanal Brew Works gift card and behind-the-scenes tour, and bragging rights. Plus, get a free drink and souvenir cup with your ticket.
Sunday, June 1
Cantina Kids Fun Run: This 17th annual event, hosted in Congress Park, welcomes kids up to age 12 to run either a quarter-mile or mile course to support children’s healthcare at Saratoga Hospital.
Beekman Street Art Fair: Head to the Beekman Street Arts District on Sunday anytime between 10am–5pm—rain or shine—to enjoy a fine art and craft show, live music courtesy of Caffè Lena, and food trucks.
Opera Saratoga’s Great American Songbook Concert: Get transported around the world with Opera Saratoga’s travel-themed Great American Songbook concert on Sunday at noon. Tickets include a buffet lunch/dinner, plus a beverage and sweet treat with premium tickets; a cash bar will also be available.
Adirondack Trust Company Festival of Young Artists: This free community event on Sunday at 2pm celebrates the young creatives of the Capital Region, including actors, dancers, musicians, singers, poets, and visual artists. Enjoy pop-up performances, fine art displays, food stands, and free ice cream provided by Stewart’s Shops, culminating with a concert on SPAC’s main stage at 4:45pm.
—Graciella