park with yellow flowers blanket and drink with hat as part of summer bucket list for saratoga county

Saratoga County is a great place to live, filled with a never-ending list of exciting places to visit and things to do. When the summer season rolls around, the list becomes even longer. Between spending the day at the beach, on the golf course, or sampling some wine at a local winery, there are always fun things to do. Check out our summer bucket list for Saratoga County to make sure some of these activities make your list for the 2022 season! 

  • See some of the biggest names in horse racing at Saratoga Race Course. The racecourse is open from late July to Labor Day.  
  • Enjoy a display from the New York City Ballet =, Philadelphia Orchestra, or see one of Live Nation’s top performers in concert at Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC). Check out the 2022 schedule to see who’s coming this summer. 
  • Enjoy the great outdoors in Saratoga Springs, NY and nearby cities. Check out the many hiking, walking, and biking trails the Capital Region has to offer. 
  • Up for a beach day? Saratoga County has plenty of lakes, rivers, and beaches to enjoy a refreshing swim, kayaking, fishing, or boating. 
  • If you’re feeling lucky, you can make a stop at Saratoga Casino Hotel. They have over 1,700 slots and electronic table games to test your luck. Saratoga Casino Hotel also offers live harness racing, a nightclub, a luxury hotel, and great dining options. 
  • Check out the fairways in Saratoga County and other nearby golf courses in the Capital Region. The Saratoga Spa Golf Course and Saratoga National are just two of the beautiful options located right in Saratoga.  
  • Grab some friends or family, as long as they are 21 or older, and stop for a wine tasting or beer tasting at one of the many wineries or breweries near Saratoga County.  
  • Enjoy a delicious meal at one of Saratoga County’s well-known restaurants.  
  • Catch a newly released movie or an old classic on the big outdoor screen at Malta Drive-in theater. 
  • Need something to do with the children? Take a trip to the Children’s Museum at Saratoga! The museum is a great place for teaching children science and technology concepts while having fun!