Caffè Lena @ SPAC Returns: Free One-Day Festival on Oct. 4

SARATOGA SPRINGS – The Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) announced this week that the popular “Caffè Lena @ SPAC” festival will return for a free day-long concert on Saturday, Oct. 4 from noon to 5:30 p.m. Taking place on SPAC’s Charles R. Wood Stage, the festival will feature five bands (Misty Blues, Tom Chapin, Chatham County Line, Farah Siraj, and Aleksi Campagne) that explore roots, global, bluegrass, pop, and indie-folk music.

“Each year, this festival reaffirms how powerful collaboration can be. By joining forces with Caffè Lena, we’re able to present world-class artists across genres in a way that is welcoming and free to all — reflecting our shared commitment to art, nature, and community,” said Elizabeth Sobol, CEO of SPAC.

“This festival embodies what makes our partnership with SPAC so meaningful: we share a belief that music should be accessible, joyful, and woven into the fabric of community life. Every year, people show up ready to celebrate that spirit, and it’s a gift for all of us,” said Sarah Craig, executive director of Caffè Lena.  

The collaboration between SPAC and Caffè Lena first launched in 2017, encompassing jointly curated and presented programs at both venues. 

Guests are welcome to bring in food, drink, blankets, and lawn chairs for the concerts. Food concessions will also be available. The concerts will take place rain or shine. Visit spac.org and caffelena.org for additional details.

CAFFE LENA @ SPAC CONCERT LINEUP, OCT. 4

11:30 a.m.: Gates open 

12 – 12:50 p.m.: Aleksi Campagne

1:10 – 2:00 p.m.: Farah Siraj  

2:20 – 3:10 p.m.: Chatham County Line

3:30 – 4:20 p.m.: Tom Chapin

4:40 – 5:20 p.m.: Misty Blues