There’s something about that late spring air that makes us want to get out and do things! Fortunately, we don’t have to travel far for some fun. There’s plenty happening right here in the Clifton Park area to keep us entertained all summer long.
Here is just a sampling of upcoming activities in our area perfect for spring & summer fun:
Local Trails & Parks:
(open dawn till dusk)
· Hayes Nature Park, Moe Road, Clifton Park
· North Woods Nature Preserve, Between 38 & 40 Shadow Wood Way, Ballston Lake
· Mohawk Landing, 640 Riverview Road, Rexford
· Dwaas Kill Nature Preserve, Midway on Pierce Road, Clifton Park
· Garnsey Park, Route 146 just east of Nott & Wing Roads, Rexford
· Kinns Road Park, across from 625 Kinns Road, Clifton Park
· William K. Collins, Jr. Park, 525 Moe Road, Clifton Park
· Town Center Park, 499 Moe Road, Clifton Park
· Clifton Common, 7 Clifton Common Blvd, Clifton Park
· Veterans Memorial Park & Mooney Carrese Forest at Elks Trail, 697 MacElroy Road, Ballston Lake
· Vischer Ferry Nature & Historic Preserve, Riverview & VanVranken Roads, Rexford
· Heritage Square at Grooms Corner* , 274-290 Sugar Hill Road, Rexford
*The Town of Clifton Park owns several historic buildings that echo the history of the town. All buildings, including the Historic Grooms Tavern, Blacksmith/Carriage House, and the Palmer House are located in the rural hamlet of Grooms Corners.
Festivals:
July 4th Celebration
July 4
Clifton Common, 14 Clifton Commons Blvd. & Vischer Ferry Road
Celebrate 250 years! Parade, food trucks, live music with the Beatles tribute band Across the Pond and the New York Players, fireworks & more
National Night Out
August 4, 5-8 pm
Clifton Common, 14 Clifton Commons Blvd.
Free family event with public safety education and demonstrations, live music, food trucks
Active Fun:
Guided Hike
July 11, 9:30am
Garnsey Park, 1481 Route 146
Free; Pre-registration suggested at: https://parksrec.egov.basgov.com/cliftonpark
Enjoy the fresh air on scenic trails for a relaxed walk led by knowledgeable guides who will share insights about the local landscape, wildlife, and seasonal highlights.
Introduction to Archery
July 18
Sportsmen’s Club of Clifton Park, 644 Englemore Road, Clifton Park
$35 per session
Session 1: 9 –11am; Session 2: 11:30am–1:30pm; Session 3: 2–4pm
Register at: https://parksrec.egov.basgov.com/cliftonpark
Join for a one-day introduction to archery. Learn about the equipment, games, and how to shoot. Great for all skill levels. Open to anyone aged 9 and up.
Guided Hike
August 1, 9:30am
Vischer Ferry Nature & Historic Preserve – Meet at Whipple Bridge Main Entrance on Riverview Road at Van Vranken Road
Free; Pre-registration suggested at: https://parksrec.egov.basgov.com/cliftonpark
Enjoy the fresh air on scenic trails for a relaxed walk led by knowledgeable guides who will share insights about the local landscape, wildlife and seasonal highlights.
Letterboxing Treasure Hunts
Visit the Clifton Park Office of Parks and Recreation at 1 Town Hall Plaza for a Passport to Nature book and start exploring the local parks and preserves. Follow the clues to the hidden letterboxes at each park while learning about nature right here in town. Once you have all 10 stamps, bring your book back for the commemorative pin. Park locations include: Hayes Nature Park, Kinns Road Park, Mohawk Landing, Veterans Memorial Park, Garnsey Park, Dwaas Kill Nature Preserve, and 4 locations within the Veterans Ferry Nature and Historic Preserve.
Live Music:
*All performances are free and held at the Clifton Common Stage, 14 Clifton Commons Blvd., unless otherwise noted.
Community Chorus
June 28, 7pm
Enjoy the outdoors with live music from this energetic multigenerational group that sings a variety of songs from show tunes to classic to contemporary.
Petty Thieves
July 12, 7pm
Central NY-based Tom Petty tribute band.
RiverJackZ
July 15, 7pm
A family-friendly interactive music experience with acoustic guitar, kick drum, foot tambourine, shakers, harmonicas, kazoo & more!
Bon Journey
August 2, 7pm
Unique tribute band that blends the music of Bon Jovi and Journey.
Big Sky Country
August 4, 7pm
High-energy modern country with a diverse set of contemporary hits.
Gramma Tippy Toes
August 4, 6pm
Family-friendly combination of music, humor, and storytelling.
Cryin’ Out Loud
August 9, 7pm
One of the capital region’s favorite party bands with diverse music ranging from Pop, RnB, Country, Disco, Motown, and Classic Rock.
Seth and the Moody Melix
August 12, 7pm
Family-friendly, toe-tapping trio that plays lyrically rich music suitable for both kids and parents. Guitar, fiddle, and percussion with harmony vocals and songs that impart good values and educational tidbits in an upbeat style.
Philadelphia Freedom
August 16, 7pm
Tribute to Elton John!
The Word
August 26, 7pm
A family-friendly, 4-piece rock band with musicians aged 10 and 11 years old that honors the golden rock era of the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Skeeter Creek
August 27, 7pm
7-piece band known for acoustic Folk-Bluegrass and Southern Rock/Outlaw Country.
Miscellaneous:
Yankee Distillers
5 Fairchild Square, Clifton Park
https://www.yankeedistillers.com
Visitors enjoy a unique tasting & learning experience with Yankee’s handcrafted spirits and info about their distilling process.
The Blooming Artist
675 Grooms Rd., Clifton Park
https://www.thebloomingartist.gallery
Visit this studio and gallery to see rotating local artist showcases in a variety of mediums and/or participate in a variety of art classes and workshops for all ages and skill levels.
Eagle Crest Golf Club
1004 NY-146A, Clifton Park
https://eaglecrestgolf.com
Feel like a little golf? Visit Eagle Crest for a scenic championship course appropriate for all skill levels or visit the state-of-the-art indoor golf simulators housed in The Office.
Pirates Hideout
175 Guideboard Rd, Waterford
https://pirateshideout.com
Mini golf fun and home-made ice cream!
Clifton Park Farmers Market
Mondays, 2pm- 5pm
Shenendehowa Methodist Church, 971 Route 146, Clifton Park
https://saratogafarmersmarket.org/clifton-park-market/
Swimming
Looking for a public pool? We have three:
*Locust Lane Pool, 5 Locust Lane, Clifton Park— anticipated opening date of June 25, 2026
*Barney Road Pool,1 Barney Road, Clifton Park—anticipated opening date of May 24, 2026
*Country Knolls Pool, 9 Burning Bush Blvd, Ballston Lake—anticipated opening date of May 24, 2026
Anticipated closing date of all 3 Town Pools is Sunday, August 16
ALL POOLS ARE OPEN DAILY FROM NOON – 8:00pm.
Visit CliftonParkNY.gov or Facebook (Clifton Park - Town Pools) for weather and holiday updates.
Pool Memberships are available for unlimited visits to all three pools. Application is available online at https://cliftonparkny.gov/document-center/parks-and-recreation/printable-forms-documents/5750-2026-pool-membership-application/file or in person at the Town Hall.
