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Actress, comedian and singer Ana Gasteyer will perform at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs on Dec. 11, 2026, kicking off the town’s holiday season with a ticketed live show.
The Saratoga Springs Police Department announced that retired Sergeant Warren Wildy died of a heart attack on September 12, 2026, and will donate his organs. The department highlighted his decades of service and plans to honor his memory.
Saratoga Springs residents and local artists gathered at High Rock Park on September 11, 2026 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with a ceremony at the 25‑foot “Tempered by Memory” sculpture, which incorporates steel from the World Trade Center.
RISE Housing and Support Services opened the Homebase Clubhouse on Union Street in Saratoga Springs on September 11, 2026, offering meals, social support and employment training for adults with mental‑health challenges. The facility is designed as a safe community hub providing essential resources in one location.
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation will allow white‑tailed deer hunting in an undeveloped area of Saratoga Spa State Park for the 2026‑27 season, the first time hunting is permitted in the park.
Saratoga Springs residents have filed a petition demanding the city end its contract with Flock Safety over privacy worries, while officials argue the license‑plate reader cameras are valuable for investigations.
Saratoga Arts opened two exhibitions, “Disquiet” and a local artists show, on September 12, 2026, with a Saturday reception, to feature contemporary and regional artwork.
The Saratoga Springs History Museum will hold a one‑night Halloween ghost tour at Canfield Casino on Oct. 29, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m., continuing a popular autumn tradition in the city.
Saratoga Springs held a ceremony at High Rock Park on September 11, 2026, unveiling the 25‑foot "Tempered by Memory" sculpture made of five twisted steel pieces to honor the victims of the 9/11 attacks on its 25th anniversary.
Saratoga Spa State Park will open an undeveloped area for white‑tailed deer hunting in the 2026‑27 season, issuing fifteen permits to manage deer numbers and revive hunting in the park after years of inactivity.
Saratoga residents, first responders and airport staff gathered at Albany Airport Fire Department on September 11, 2026, to mark the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. The ceremony highlighted regional unity in remembering the victims.
iRun will host a new half marathon in Saratoga Springs on September 20, reviving a forgotten fall tradition and aiming to become the city’s largest such race. The community fitness event is open to all runners and will start and finish within the city.
Actress, comedian and singer Ana Gasteyer will headline a holiday show at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs on Dec. 11, 2026, kicking off the season’s cultural festivities for residents and visitors.
Saratoga Race Course finished its 2026 season after a record‑setting 50 days, the longest in its 163‑year history, despite rain cancellations, reinforcing its role as a major tourism draw for Saratoga Springs.
The Saratoga Springs Blue Streaks are preparing for a championship rematch in the fall 2026 season, aiming to end a nine‑game losing streak and a 19‑point defeat, with the community rallying behind their quest for the title.
The fourth annual Bikeatoga Foliage Ride will take place Oct. 10‑11, 2026, offering 30, 50 and 75‑mile routes across Saratoga County’s autumn scenery, encouraging cyclists of all levels to enjoy the season’s colors and promote outdoor activity.
A community studio in Saratoga County has launched a collaborative program that uses newly identified historic clay deposits to explore 19th‑century pottery making, aiming to preserve and revive the region’s ceramic heritage.
Tara Kitchen announced on September 11, 2026 that it will close its Guilderland and Troy restaurants while it develops a new concept, reducing dining options in both towns.
The inaugural iRun Local half marathon, organized by Jamie and Anthony Mastroianni, will take place in Saratoga Springs on September 20, reviving a beloved fall racing tradition.
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation will allow bow‑ and cross‑bow deer hunting in an undeveloped area of Saratoga Spa State Park from Oct. 13 to Jan. 1, issuing 15 permits to licensed hunters. The limited season is designed to provide a controlled hunting opportunity while managing deer populations.
