Winter Fun in Saratoga!
Looking for Winter Activities?
See What Saratoga's Winter Wonderland has in Store for You!
Saratoga has everything you need to plan the perfect winter getaway with that special someone in your life or your entire family. We will help you start your planning with some fun ideas and great winter stay packages. And don't forget to check out all the other great things to do in Saratoga throughout the seasons! Take in an intimate theater experience, or step back in time with the Saratoga National Historical Park, or just marvel at the change of seasons this weekend in Saratoga. Highlights of Saratoga Happenings are below.
Moreau Lake Eagle Watch
January 3, 6, 13 & 20, 2018
9:30am - 12:30pm
Moreau Lake State Park
Grab a pair of binoculars and join park staff on their weekly Bald Eagle survey. Moreau Lake State Park's section of the Hudson is home to wintering bald eagles. It is important for us to monitor their population and health. Registration is necessary, please call 793-0511.
Hattie's Mardi Gras
January 13, 2018
6:00pm - 10:00pm
Canfield Casino, Congress Park
This celebration was created in honor of Miss Hattie, to carry out her legacy of charitable giving. This year Aim Service Inc was chosen to be the recipient of the proceeds raised from Hattie's Mardi Gras Soiree. Live entertainment, food and drinks all set to a New Orleans backdrop.
Candlelight Ski & Snowshoe
January 20, 2018
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Wilton Wildlife Preserve, Camp Saratoga
Luminaries will glow along 2.5 miles of groomed trail. You will find warming bonfires and hot chocolate along the way. Terrain is suitable for all levels and a smaller 1-mile loop is also available. Snowshoes are available to rent. This event is weather-permitting; check ahead!
Annual Frost Faire
January 27, 2018
11:00am - 3:00pm
Saratoga National Historic Park
Join us for the 23rd annual Frost Faire at the Battlefield! Bring your snow tube or plastic sled for sledding area behind the visitor center. Enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides, and join a noontime nature walk and scavenger hunt, hot chocolate, crafts, games, and dancing!
Winter Farmers Markets
Continues through April
Various Locations
Saratoga prides itself on locally-grown, fresh products in their stores and on the tables in area restaurants. Our farmers' markets offer high-quality, local food and agricultural products, from fruits and vegetable to flowers and baked goods. November marks the move indoors for most markets for the winter.
Mark Your Calendars
Here's what's happening in February
Chowderfest - February 3
Inspecting Carol at HMT - February 10 - 25
The Flurry - February 16 - 18
Abundant Outdoor Recreation
All Winter Long
Saratoga is a winter wonderland with countless outdoor recreation opportunities. Enjoy cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, sledding, hiking, ice fishing and so much more. We have miles of trails and hundreds of acres to explore. Beat the wintertime cabin fever with a fun-filled winter getaway to Saratoga.
Skiing and Snowboarding
Check out these ski mountains near Saratoga!
Snowshoeing and Cross Country Skiing
Where to snowshoe or xc ski near Saratoga.
Ice Skating
We've got skating indoors and out
Get Hooked!Snowmobiling
Here's where to make tracks:
Sledding
Find a good sledding hill