February can be a difficult month for many people. The excitement over the holiday season has ended, and if you live in New York you are right in the middle of the grayest, coldest, and longest feeling time of year. It can be hard to find exciting things to do this time of year and keep things exciting. To get out in the community, and find fun things to do with your family and friends, here are some February events happening near Saratoga NY.
2023 Ballston Spa Chocolate Festival
Date: Friday, Feb 3, 2023
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Ballston Spa Village
Details: Walk around the village of Ballston Spa while sampling $1 chocolate tastings from over 20 different chefs and venues. After sampling them all or most, vote for your favorite in 3 categories of dessert, savory, and beverage. There will be chocolate-themed activities, artist demos, promotions, and sales.
For more information visit the Facebook Event Page.
10th Chili Bowl Fundraiser
Date: Saturday, Feb 4, 2023
Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Saratoga Springs City Center | 522 Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Details: The 10th Chili Bowl Fundraiser will be held at the Saratoga City Center on Saturday February 4th from 11am-4pm. Chefs from the Capital Region including Jonathan Quinn of Osteria Danny, Pat Brown of The Brook Tavern, Sam Squires of Druthers, Jasper Alexander of Hattie’s, and Rob Cardona of Cardona’s Market will will be participating. A portion of the ticket proceeds will benefit the local cancer nonprofit organization To Life. Guests who purchase a ticket will enjoy chili taste testing and live music from Rich Ortiz.
For more information and to purchase tickets visit EventBrite.
NY Wine & Chocolate Festival
Date: Saturday, Feb 4, 2023
Time: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Armory Studios | 125 Washington Ave Schenectady, NY 12305
Details: This year, the NY Wine and Chocolate Festival will be held inside the Van Gogh experience at the Armory Studios in Schenectady, NY. This festival will be an exciting and immersive experience with two events in one! The event will feature wine and chocolate vendors from around the Capital Region. Sip and sample drinks from local wineries and distilleries. Each guest will also receive a pass to indulge at the Chocolate Bar.
For more information and to purchase tickets visit Wine and Chocolate Festival.
Capital Region’s Premier Wedding Show
Date: Sunday February 5th, 2023
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Hall of Springs | 108 Avenue of the Pines Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Details: Getting married soon or know someone who is? Visit the Capital Region’s Premier Wedding Show at the Hall of Springs on Sunday February 5th, 2023. Sip champagne, sample hors d’oeuvres, and speak with wedding vendors including photographers, DJ’s, and more. Explore everything they have to offer and make important wedding day decisions.
For more information and to purchase tickets visit EventBrite.
24th Annual Saratoga Chowderfest
Date: Saturday, Feb 11, 2023
Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Saratoga County
Details: Spend the day wandering around Saratoga County trying chowder samples from various chefs and restaurants around the Capital Region. The event will feature over 80 vendors and each 4 oz sample will be $2.
For more information visit Discover Saratoga.
Town of Clifton Park Winterfest 2023
Date: Saturday, Feb 11, 2023
Time: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Clifton Park
Details: Enjoy the day with family and friends at Clifton Park’s Annual Winterfest. There will be winter activities, family fun, and more for all ages! Some of this year’s highlights include ice fishing, wagon rides, soup contest, and a scavenger hunt.
For more information and locations visit the Clifton Park Website.
2023 Saratoga Beer Week
Date: Saturday, Feb 25, 2023
Time: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Saratoga Springs City Center | 522 Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Details: If you’re 21 years and older and enjoy beer, visit the Saratoga Springs City Center on Saturday February 25th, 2023 for the 2023 Saratoga Beer Summit. The event will be filled with fun, beer samples from regional and local breweries, and food from local restaurants. There will also be live music featuring the Coverups.
For more information and ticket pricing visit Saratoga Beer Week.
Fire & Ice Bar at The Mill on Round Lake
Date: First 3 Fridays and Saturdays in February
Time: Times Vary by date
Location: The Mill on Round Lake | 2121 U.S. 9 Round Lake, NY 12151
Details: The Mill on Round Lake is having their 6th Annual Fire & Ice Bar! The ice bar will be open the first 3 Friday’s and Saturday’s in February. Each date will feature a live DJ, ice shuffleboard, ice cornhole, fire pits, and specialty cocktails. Come see the longest ice bar in the Capital Region!
For more information on dates and times visit The Mill’s Facebook Page.
