Discover Saratoga will present Saratoga Chowder Fest ‘N Tour the week of Saturday, March 19, through Saturday, March 26.
The main event will be the traditional Chowderfest celebration 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 26. This event is coordinated by Discover Saratoga and presented by Saranac and White Claw.
During the preceding week, chowder lovers will have the ability to dine-in or purchase pints and quarts to-go at participating locations.
“While we’re eager for a full return to normalcy, health and safety remain our top priority,” said Discover Saratoga President Darryl Leggieri. “For this reason, we’ve decided to make Saratoga Chowder Fest ‘N Tour a week-long event. This will allow those who may not be comfortable with crowds the opportunity to enjoy chowder all week long.”
The events on March 26 will include live entertainment and family-friendly activities throughout downtown Saratoga Springs. Event goers can try $2 (4 ounce) samples of chowder and vote for their favorite.
“We encourage visitors to come to Saratoga Springs and make a weekend out of it with special hotel rates offered at participating locations,” said Leggieri. “People travel from all over the region for the taste of chowder done right, and to experience the excitement of Saratoga.”
Official Saratoga Chowder Fest ‘N Tour Guides, which include a list of participating chowder vendors and activities, can be picked up at participating locations, including the Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center and the Saratoga Springs City Center.
Voting will take place online at www.discoversaratoga.org/chowderfest/vote. Only one vote per device will be accepted. Winners will be announced at the Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center at 6:30 p.m. on March 26.
Discover Saratoga will sell T-shirts and hats at the Saratoga Springs City Center parking garage, and there will be chowder vendors, live music, and activities for kids on the ground floor.
For more information, including a list of participating chowder vendors and discounted hotel rates, visit www.discoversaratoga.org/chowderfest or call (518) 584-1531.