WATERFORD, N.Y. Dragon boat racing has made it a long way from its country of origin, China, and is now a beloved summer tradition for the residents and visitors of Waterford. The Dragon Boat Festival is a highly anticipated event that features 42-foot lightweight boats powered by up to 20 paddlers and one drummer […]
Saturday, August 5, 2023 WATERFORD DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL: The Town of Waterford’s Dragon Boat Festival is returning to Waterford Harbor on Saturday, August 5 at the confluence of the Hudson and Mohawk Rivers. The Dragon Boat Festival is a fun day for the family, full of dragon boat racing, friendly competition, and awards. During the […]
Saturday, August 5, 2023 MAKING MUSIC: At the Saratoga National Historical Park Visitor Center, 648 Route 32, Stillwater. 1 pm. Create a song with RiverJack Z, a.k.a. Jack Zucchini, the guitar-playing singer/songwriter from The Zucchini Brothers! WATERFORD DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL: The Town of Waterford’s Dragon Boat Festival is returning to Waterford Harbor on Saturday, August […]
Friday, August 4, 2023 RACING HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY: At Fasig-Tipton, 153 George Street, Saratoga Springs. 10:30 am. Free admission. The National Museum of Racing inducts the 2023 Hall of Fame class. The ceremony will also be live streamed at racingmuseum.org. The class of 2023 is comprised of racehorses Arrogate, California Chrome, and Beholder; […]
Friday, August 4, 2023 FRIDAY NIGHT ARTS MARKET: In the Beekman Street Arts District, Saratoga Springs. 5-8 pm. Galleries and shops are open with refreshments, visiting artists, craft demonstrations, live music, and ice cream! (Weather permitting – rain will cancel). Visit https://saratogaartdistrict.com/ for more information. “ARE WE THERE YET?”: At the Saratoga National Historical Park […]