Labor Day 2009 - A Six Day Weekend In Saratoga
Rachel Alexandra To Run In Woodward On September 5th
Enjoy the Final Stretch of summer in style in Saratoga and make it a longer weekend getaway. Come enjoy top stakes races at the track, live music in downtown Saratoga Springs and much more. Starting Wednesday, September 2nd, you can take advantage of late-season rates at area hotels with attractive lodging prices plus over 10 area restaurants are offering entrees under $20.
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Take advantage of late-season hotel rates, Wednesday 9/2 through Monday 9/7 at these area properties. Restrictions and minimum night stays may apply. All rates and offers are subject to availability. All rates listed are from rates, as pricing may change based on nights selected:
Comfort Inn and Suites
17 Old Gick Road, Saratoga Springs
518-587-6244 or www.saratogacomfortinn.com
Rates from $179, includes Saratoga Race Course Clubhouse tickets & program, breakfast
Courtyard by Marriott
11 Excelsior Avenue, Saratoga Springs
518-226-0538 or www.courtyardsaratoga.com
Rates from $169 per night
Gideon Putnam Resort
24 Gideon Putnam Road - Spa State Park
518-584-3000 or www.gideonputnam.com
One Night Bed & Breakfast package for $199.00
Holiday Inn - Saratoga Springs
232 Broadway
518-584-4550 or www.spa-hi.com
Rates from $249 per night
Hyatt Place - Saratoga/Malta
20 State Farm Place
518-885-1109 or www.hyattplacesaratogamalta.com
Rates from $147 per night, ask for SARA rate
Longfellows Inn and Restaurant
500 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs
518-587-0108 or www.longfellows.com
Overnight accommodations with full hot breakfast buffet starting at $189
Residence Inn by Marriott
295 Excelsior Avenue, Saratoga Springs
518-584-9600 or www.residenceinnsaratoga.com
Starting at $199 with Hot breakfast buffet and suites with kitchens
Robinhood Motel
2205 Route 50, Saratoga Springs
518-885-8899 or www.saratoga.org/robinhood
Fast Pack Racing Package, includes breakfast and admission, from $130 per night
Enjoy select entrees at these area restaurants at an affordable price:
Brindisi's
Seven "Best of Saratoga" Awards
390 Broadway, Saratoga Springs
518-587-6262 or www.brindisis.com
Featured entree under $20 - Chicken Riggis
Chianti Il Ristorante
Superior Northern Italian Cuisine
18 Division Street, Saratoga Springs
518-580-0025 or www.chiantiristorante.com
Featured entree under $20 - Capellini Salsa Aragosta
Circus Cafe
Not To Be Missed, Festive Venue
392 Broadway, Saratoga Springs
518-583-1106 or www.circuscafe.com
Over 20 entree selections, all under $20
Forno Bistro
Tuscan Italian Cuisine
541 Broadway, Saratoga Springs
518-581-2401 or www.fornobistro.com
Featured entree under $20 - Parmigiana Di Melanzane
Gaffney's
Casual and Outdoor Dining
16 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs
518-587-7359 or www.gaffneysrestaurant.com
Lunch for two is always under $20 at Saratoga's place to be
Grey Gelding
New American Cuisine With A California and Cajun Flair! Wine Spectator Winner.
423 Broadway, Saratoga Springs
518-584-0957 or www.greygelding.com
Featured entree under $20 - Smoking Ravioli In Cream Sauce
Hatties
Southern and Lousiana Style Cuisine Since 1938
45 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs
518-584-4790 or www.hattiesrestaurant.com
Featuring 8 entree selections, all under $20
Lillians Restaurant
Casual, Unassuming, Economical
408 Broadway, Saratoga Springs
518-587-7766 or www.lilliansrestaraunt.com
Featured entree under $20 - Top Sirloin Steak and House Salad
Longfellows Inn and Restaurant
Exquisite dining in a romantic setting
500 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs
518-587-0108 or www.longfellows.com
Complete meals from $19.96 on select dates
The Mouzon House
Outdoor garden seating and fireplaces, live music, supports local farms
1 York Street, Saratoga Springs
518-226-0014 or www.mouzonhouse.com
Featured entree for $20 - Homemade gnocchi pillows, served in white bean and escarole broth
Olde Bryan Inn
Sandwiches To Hearty Dinners
123 Maple Avenue, Saratoga Springs
518-587-2990 or www.oldebryaninn.com
Complete dinners from $18.25 on select dates
One Caroline Street Bistro
A busy little Bistro with great food, wine and live music
One Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs
518-587-2026 or www.onecaroline.com
Featured entree for $20 - Sticky Chicken with dirty rice - A signature dish made with local ingredients
The Parting Glass
Saratoga's Original Irish Pub
40-42 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs
518-583-1916 or www.partingglasspub.com
All meals are under $15
Prime at Saratoga National Golf Club
Elegance and Fine Dining at Saratoga National
458 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs
518-583-4653 or www.golfsaratoga.com/prime.html
Featured Entree Under $20 Is Braised Pork Ragout with Arugala, Cherry Tomatoes, Fennel, and Gigli Pasta
Rachel Alexandra Runs In The Woodward On Sept. 5th (Photo: NYRA/Adam Coglianese)
Wednesday, September 2nd
- Proud To Be An American Day and Thoroughbred Racing at Saratoga Race Course, Post Time 1 p.m., More info at www.nyra.com
- Polo at Saratoga Polo, 5:30 p.m., more info at www.saratogapolo.com
- Oklahoma Training Track Tours, 8:30 a.m., National Museum of Racing, more info at www.racingmuseum.org
- Journey, with Heart, at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center, more info at www.spac.org
- Harness Racing and 1,700 Slots, Saratoga Gaming and Raceway, more info at www.saratogagaming.com
- Or check out more of Saratoga's Top Attractions and Wednesday's complete event calendar
Thursday, September 3rd
- Thoroughbred Racing at Saratoga Race Course, Post Time 1 p.m., more info at www.nyra.com
- Oklahoma Training Track Tours, 8:30 a.m., National Museum of Racing, more info at www.racingmuseum.org
- Lives of the Hudson Exhibition at The Tang Museum (Skidmore College), 10 a.m.-5 p.m., more info at www.skidmore.edu
- Toby Keith, with Trace Adkins, at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center, more info at www.spac.org
- Harness Racing and 1,700 Slots, Saratoga Gaming and Raceway, more info at www.saratogagaming.com
- Or check out more of Saratoga's Top Attractions and Thursday's complete events calendar
Friday, September 4th
Saturday, September 5th
- Super-filly Rachel Alexandra will run in The Woodward at Saratoga Race Course.
- Final Stretch Festival and Thoroughbred Racing at Saratoga Race Course, Featuring The Woodward ($750,000 Grade 1) and The Forego ($300,000 Grade 1) Post Time 1:00 p.m., more info at www.nyra.com
- Final Stretch Music Festival, Downtown Saratoga Springs, live music at seven venues, 7-11 p.m., more info at www.saratoga.org/visitors/final-stretch-music-festival.asp
- Harness Racing and 1,700 Slots, Saratoga Gaming and Raceway, more info at www.saratogagaming.com
- Or check out more of Saratoga's Top Attractions and Saturday's complete events calendar
Sunday, September 6th
- Final Stretch Festival, Winter Cap Giveaway and Thoroughbred Racing at Saratoga Race Course, Featuring The Spinaway ($300,000 Grade 1), Post Time 1:00 p.m., more info at www.nyra.com
- Final Stretch Music Festival, Downtown Saratoga Springs, live music at seven venues, 7-11 p.m., more info at www.saratoga.org/visitors/final-stretch-music-festival.asp
- Polo at Saratoga Polo, 5:30 p.m., more info at www.saratogapolo.com
- 1,700 Slots, Saratoga Gaming and Raceway, more info at www.saratogagaming.com
- Or check out more of Saratoga's Top Attractions and Sunday's complete events calendar
Monday, September 7th
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