Family Fun in Saratoga

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A day of hands-on history, farm-fresh treats, and kid-approved adventures.

<p>A lighter mix of Revolutionary history, hands-on experiences, and plenty of kid-friendly food and fun. Perfect for families who want adventure and memory-making without too much heavy history.</p>

Morning - Simple Start

Mama Bear's Diner

Mama Bear's Diner is a family establishment deeply rooted in the community. Our passion is to serve delicious, hearty meals and grow our community through great food. We take pride in creating a welcoming space where guests can enjoy classic dishes made with love and care. We source many of our ingredients locally, bringing you fresh and delicious food while supporting our neighbors.

Pancakes and comfort food to fuel a big day.

Hudson Crossing Park

Hudson Crossing Park is a unique recreational and educational destination centered on Champlain Canal Lock 5 Island just outside of Schuylerville, New York. It is open every day year-round from dawn until dusk and is free of charge. Visitors may enjoy picnic facilities, fishing and birding sites, a children's play garden, and more than two miles of nature trails with panoramic Hudson River vistas and Champlain Canal overlooks.

A hands-on park where kids can play in the sensory garden, climb in the playground, and parents can take in Hudson River views.

Late Morning - Step Into the Past

Stillwater Blockhouse

Built in 1927, in part with timbers from Revolutionary War era structures, the blockhouse is a reconstruction of early 18th century blockhouses of the region. Today, the Stillwater Blockhouse stands in a small park on a notably scenic section of the Hudson River, and is dedicated to local history. Visitors can view the “loopholes” that allow shooting straight down upon the enemy, cannon and exhibits that highlight life and conflict in the 18th century.The Blockhouse is the original museum and visitors center on the battlefield. It was moved to this site in June of 1999.

A reconstruction of a Revolutionary blockhouse made with some original timbers. Kids love the “loopholes” for peeking out, and parents get a bite-sized history lesson.

Lunch - Kid-Friendly Stop

Schuylerville Pizza & Pasta

Located at 23 Spring St, Schuylerville, NY 12871. We have been serving delicious and satisfying meals for over a decade. Our menu features a variety of items, including Pizza, Pasta, Burgers, Gyros, Subs, and more. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic pizza or something new, we’ve got you covered.

Simple, classic, and satisfying — pizza, pasta, burgers, gyros.

Afternoon – Farms & Fun

Saratoga Apple Inc

Saratoga Apple is an orchard and farm market open 7 days a week, 12 months a year. We sell a wide variety of apples, peaches, plums, pears, cider, fresh baked goods, and produce. We also stock an assortment of local, natural, and healthy products. Apple cider donuts are made daily all year round. PICK YOUR OWN will start Friday, Sept. 5, and continue thru about Nov 10 , EVERY DAY BETWEEN 9 AND 6

Pick-your-own apples in season, sample cider donuts, and browse a farm market stocked with local treats.

Brookside Museum

Located in a 1792 hotel building in the historic Village of Ballston Spa, the Saratoga County History Center Brookside Museum has exhibits galleries, a meeting room, gardens, archives, artifact storage, a research library, and a museum store.

A 1792 inn-turned-museum with manageable exhibits for kids and a historic garden to explore.

Evening – Sweet Finish

Uncommon Grounds Coffee & Bagels

Uncommon Grounds is a community café that specializes in fresh-roasted coffee, house-made bagels, and other delicious foods. We strive to serve the best coffee and the best bagels in a relaxing atmosphere. We bake our bagels daily on premises, roast coffee in small batches in plain sight and serve the finest desserts in the area.

Bagels, cookies, hot cocoa, and fresh-roasted coffee for the grown-ups — the perfect way to wind down the day.