How to resolve AdBlock issue? SARATOGA SPRINGS — The eleventh annual All- American Celebration will take place on July 3 and July 4 in Downtown Saratoga Springs. Admission is free to all events.
This year’s lineup is as follows:
TUESDAY, JULY 3
Fireside Chat with ‘General Burgoyne’:
Beginning at 7 and ending at 8:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn at Fireplace Lounge at 232 Broadway meet ‘General Burgoyne’ and recount his vantage point of the Battle of Saratoga,theturningpointofthe American Rebellion, including his stories of the people, intrigue, anddramathatsurroundedthe battle. Free s’mores for all kids.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 4
Firecracker4 Road Race:
From 9 to 10:30 a.m. cheer for the thousands of runners and then stay for the All-American Parade on Broadway in front of the City Center.
All-American Parade and Patriotic Pooches:
At 11 a.m. events open with the All-American Parade marching down Broadway from Van Dam Street to Spring Street. The parade, led by the Korean War Veterans Color Guard, includes historical re-enactors, civic groups, officials, and municipalities from all across Saratoga County, music, fun, and more! Be sure to see the dozens of adorable Patriotic Pooches that march in the parade every year.
Parade Characters Family Photo-Op:
From 11:30 a.m. to noon, at Congress Park at the carousel, bring the kids to have their pictures taken with the characters from the parade including General Burgoyne, Ben Franklin and more.
All-American BBQ and Dessert Fest:
Beginning at 11:30 a.m. and ending at 3:30 p.m. the 11th Annual All-American BBQ and Dessert Fest will take place. Each tasting is $1 paid to each participant at his or her locations. Most participants are located in and around downtown and more will be set up in the Division Street parking lot.
All-American Classic Car Show:
Beginning at noon and ending at 4 p.m. at the Spring Street parking lot see up to 50 American and exotic classic cars.
Historic City Tour:
“The Good Guys and The Bad Guys: Two stories of Saratoga Springs” from 1 to 2:30 p.m., meet in front of the Canfield Casino in Congress Park.
Party in the Parking Lot with the Audiostars:
The July 4 Parking Lot Party starting at 6:30 p.m. leading up to the Fireworks at dusk. This year again features a live concert from The Audiostars in the Spring Street parking lot.
BBQ and Dessert Fest Winners Announced:
Spring Street parking lot at 8 p.m.
Live Reading of the Declaration of Independence:
Approximately at 9:15 p.m. in the Spring Street parking lot.
Fireworks:
At approximately 9:30 p.m., fireworks will be launched from Congress Park. Best viewing areas will be Spring Street, Henry Street, Putnam Street, and the Phila Street parking deck.
