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Greg Dixon

Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce

28 Clinton Street

Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

518-584-3255

 

 

SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY (December 13, 2010): Visitors can celebrate the turning of the calendar to 2011 in style at the 15^th annual First Night Saratoga, one of the largest New Year’s Eve events north of Times Square. This family-oriented evening includes seventy performances at over thirty different venues by dozens of musicians, artists, comedians and more. Also, for the first time ever, attendees will be able to participate in live art projects that evening. The night kicks off at 5:30 p.m. and ends at midnight with fireworks. To attend the event, buttons can be purchased for $15 each. For more information, or to purchase buttons, visit http://www.saratoga-arts.org/firstnight. Special First Night vacation packages are also available through the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce web site at www.saratoga.org. 

 

The weekend of February 4^th through 6^th in 2011, features the Winterfest celebration throughout Saratoga Springs. The highlight of the weekend is the popular Chowderfest, held on Saturday, February 5^th from 11 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Visitors can sample a variety of soups and chowders for $1 each and vote for their favorites. The fun continues throughout Winterfest weekend with indoor and outdoor activities throughout the city. More information on Winterfest and Chowderfest can be found at www.discoversaratoga.org.

 

For more information on Saratoga, including lodging options, special getaway packages, restaurant listings and a complete events calendar, visit www.saratoga.org. 

 

 

Saratoga’s attractions and spectacular scenery have made it a premier Northeast destination for centuries. Located approximately three hours from New York, Montreal and Boston, Saratoga features world-class horse racing, the performing arts, gaming, polo, award-winning golf courses, museums – including three National museums, a National Battlefield, Victorian architecture, great shopping, plentiful outdoor activities and so much more.

 

Visitor information is available online at www.saratoga.org or by calling 1-800-526-8970. The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce is the official Tourism Promotion Agency of Saratoga County, New York. 

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