On Deck
Saratoga Fall Fest, pre-Halloween costume parties, a wine dinner and much more.
Thursday, October 24
Forever Your Girl Jewelry Pop-Up: Join Saratoga Winery and Western Permanent Jewelry for a fun Thursday evening with your friend, sister, mom, daughter, partner—or even solo! Stop by the winery from 5-8pm for a $15 beverage and $10 off of a permanent bracelet that will forever be a symbol of love, friendship, commitment and intention.
Christian McBride and Ursa Major at SPAC: Christian McBride returns to SPAC this Thursday! The nine-time Grammy-winning bassist, composer and bandleader will be showcasing his wide range of tunes from jazz to pop, rock, hip-hop and even classical at the Spa Little Theater at 7pm.
Thirsty Owl Wine Pairing Dinner: Join Thirsty Owl Wine Company at 7pm on Thursday for the restaurant’s very own wine dinner. Enjoy a four-course meal filled with fall flavors including charred broccoli salad, roasted eggplant and prosciutto wrapped pork, all paired with a signature Thirsty Owl wine. Reserve your spot now for $80 a person before tax and tip.
Friday, October 25
RISE Rocky Horror Picture Show: This Halloween staple is back, and will have you shivering in anticipation. Starting at 6pm on Friday at Universal Preservation Hall, The Rocky Horror Picture Show will kick off with a VIP cocktail party and presentation followed by the main event, hosted by Queens Starling Silver and Stella Progress and complete with a silent auction, raffle, costume contest and the interactive movie. Grab your friends (and your costumes), for a night you won’t want to miss!
H.O.P.E.’s Spirits of the Gilded Age Gala: This Friday, join H.O.P.E. at the Canfield Casino to sip on ghostly cocktails and mingle with the specters of old. The enchanting evening starting at 6:30pm and will celebrate the fascinating legacy of the 1880s, all while supporting an important 21st century cause. Dress to impress!
Saturday, October 26
Head of the Fish Regatta: The Head of the Fish Regatta is back this Saturday and Sunday at Fish Creek. Featuring collegiate, masters, open and youth events, competitors will race 3,200 meters against the clock to see who will take home the Head of the Fish. Stop by to support Saratoga Rowing and other racers from all over the Northeast.
Saratoga Fall Festival: Save the date for this annual celebration of all things fall! From noon-3pm on Saturday, the Saratoga Springs Downtown Business Association is hosting its annual Fall Festival in downtown Saratoga. Dress in your Halloween best to take part in family fun including trick-or-treating, pumpkin rolling, face painting, story time with picture books, live entertainment through the streets and much, much more.
Bailey’s Oktoberfest: Join Bailey’s this Saturday for an Oktoberfest benefiting the American Cancer Society’s Real Men Wear Pink campaign. Expect live entertainment, a German buffet, corn hole, stein-hoisting and a special event hosted by Saratoga Living After Hours and Northway Brewing.
Calidore String Quartet at SPAC: Any Beethoven fans out there? On Saturday at 3pm, the Calidore String Quartet will take the Spa Little Theater stage for an all-Beethoven program featuring three of the composer’s legendary string quartets.
HalloWINE at Saratoga Winery: Spend your Saturday night getting spooky at Saratoga Winery’s neon glow HalloWINE party, complete with killer beats, neon cocktails, costume contests and glowing prizes. Grab your tickets before they vanish into the dark.
Sunday, October 27
Cantina Monster Mash Brunch: Dress in your Halloween best to get your brunch on at Cantina from 11am-2pm this Sunday. With live music from DJ Trumastr, specialty drinks and prizes for best dressed, this event will be sure to get you into the spooky spirit.
Pet Nat Fest: If Oktoberfest isn’t really your thing, you may prefer Pet-Nat Fest, going on at Bocage Champagne Bar on Sunday at 1pm, 3pm and 5pm. Each time slot will feature unlimited pours of naturally sparkling, unfiltered wines alongside artisanal food pairings (think gnarly cheeses and tinned fish).
End Zone for Hope at Caroline Street Pub: Spend your Sunday afternoon at Caroline Street Pub with friends and family watching football, sipping on tasty drinks and supporting Team Camelot’s Real Men Wear Pink campaign. For just $30 a person, you’ll get a complimentary drink, pizza and plenty more, all while supporting the American Cancer Society.
—Morgan