27th Annual Saratoga Chowderfest

Saturday, February 7, 2026 | 11AM-4PM

Saratoga County's top restaurants serving 4 oz. samples of chowder for just $2—vote for your favorite to win!
Check individual participants to learn who is hosting live music for Chowderfest!
Family-friendly activities scattered throughout downtown Saratoga, including Saratoga Springs City Center and the Heritage Area Visitors Center!
Purchase your 2026 Chowderfest merchandise ahead of time via our online store!

Chowderfest Logo 2026

Check out our chowder vendors! Participants added daily...

Know Before You Go...

For 2026, Broadway in downtown Saratoga Springs will be closed to vehicular traffic from Lake Avenue to Washington Avenue between 10:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to ensure safety and enhance the event experience. Discover Saratoga has also increased accessibility with four free shuttles running from Saratoga Casino Hotel between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Also, remember the Saratoga Springs City Center parking garage holds over 600 vehicles!

Get your official Chowderfest long sleeve t-shirt ($20 or $22 for XXL), knit beanies ($15) and official Chowderfest spoon ($5) at the Saratoga Hilton Lobby and Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center. Credit Card transactions are subject to additional fees.

Have questions about how to get involved?

Alyssa is here to help—reach out to her at Alyssa@DiscoverSaratoga.org. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this delicious event!