FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 19, 2017

TIE THE KNOT IN ‘TOGA  An Innovative Interactive Wedding Event

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. –   The Saratoga Convention & Tourism Bureau (SCTB) has launched an event called “Tie the Knot in ‘Toga”, a Destination Wedding Weekend Event, January 27 & 28, 2017, www.tietheknotintoga.com. This unique, interactive event will attract engaged couples, bridal parties, destination wedding planners and industry media to Saratoga Springs from throughout New York and New England; specifically, the NYC metro area, CT, MA, NJ and neighboring areas.

It kicks off with a fun exclusive Friday night event at the Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center featuring DJ Trumastr, cocktails & hors d'oeuvres, an interactive fashion show & continues with nightlife activities in town. Saturday morning begins at the Saratoga Springs City Center with a presentation from acclaimed NYC-based industry supplier, AllSeated. An afternoon of progressive tours of iconic Saratoga venues, museums & galleries (throughout the city and beyond) with live wedding vignettes treats guests at each venue. The day rolls into evening with the “What’s Hot” Reception & Fashion event Saturday night. Swag Bags for overnight and tour guests are sponsored by Angela’s Bridal. Saturday’s shuttled tours provided by Premiere Transportation.

Friday’s reception is free for overnight guests. Saturday’s full event package, day & night, is only $35.00 per person. Advance registration is required to secure a seat on the complimentary transportation provided for Saturday’s tours! Register at www.tietheknotintoga.com

Guests on Saturday’s tour will not only see these incredible venues “dressed” in amazing wedding décor but they’ll be able to taste delectable food & drink offerings from the area’s best caterers, have their sense of smell teased by the some of the area’s best florists and hear some of the areas most talented musicians and DJ’s throughout the day and meet the area’s most reputable planners, photographers, videographers, officiants as they give you a glimpse of how they work. This promises to be an experience for the senses and at $35 is an amazing deal!

Friday Night’s Reception99002290057.PDF CQ Valet Lily & the Rose Specialty Wines & More Olde Saratoga Brewery Rain & Shine Tent Company Rena’s Fine Flowers Miss Scarlett Nuance, a Boutique Salon DJ Trumastr

Saturday’s Vignette Teams: Hall of Springs Decorator: Total Events Caterer: Mazzone Hospitality Entertainment: The Music Man Florist: Dehn’s Flowers and Gifts Photography: Dave Bigler Photo & Films Bridal Boutique: Angela’s Bridal 

National Museum of Dance and Hall of Fame Decorator: Total Events Caterer: Longfellows Entertainment: Karlinda Caldicott, Harpist Florist: Surroundings Floral Studio Bridal Boutique: Lily Saratoga Photo Booth: Saratoga Photo Booth 

Saratoga National Golf Club Planner: Wendy Lawrence Wedding & Events Decorator: Total Events Caterer: Prime at Saratoga National Golf Club Entertainment: Silver Arrow Trio Band Florist: Samantha Nass Floral Design Photo Booth: Saratoga Photo Booth Photography: The Harris Company Bridal Boutique: Angela’s Bridal 

The Lodge Planner: On the Go Concierge and Events, LLC Caterer: Saratoga Casino Hotel Entertainment: Spa City Duo Florist: Posie Peddler

The Mansion Inn Caterer: The Mansion Inn Florist: Simply Sidney Floral Design Officiant: Joy Burke Bridal Boutique: Lily Saratoga 

Universal Preservation Hall Caterer: Hattie’s Restaurant Entertainment: DJ Trumastr

Salt & Char/Adelphi Hospitality  

Saturday Night’s ‘What’s Hot’ Reception Pop-Up Boutiques: Lily Saratoga, A New England Nanny, Saratoga Olive Oil Company, The Savory Pantry, Frivolous, Lola Boutique Caterers: Birch Hill Catering, The Mansion Inn, Three Vines Bistro, Longfellows, Hattie’s Restaurant, Mazzone Hospitality, The Bread Basket, Old Daley Catering, We Do Fondue.

Share the official Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/609344889235567

Sponsored by: Saratoga Springs City Center, AllSeated, Courtyard by Marriott Saratoga Springs, Pavilion Grand Hotel, Rain or Shine Tent Company and the Saratoga Convention & Tourism Bureau.

For more information about the event, visit www.TietheKnotinToga.com or contact Wedding Market Manager, Kayla Kreis, Kayla@DiscoverSaratoga.org

Contact: Todd Garofano, President, Saratoga Convention & Tourism Bureau 60 Railroad Place, Suite 301, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 518-584-1531, todd@discoversaratoga.org

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Saratoga Convention & Tourism Bureau is a key economic development engine for this community, the mission of the Saratoga Convention & Tourism Bureau is to contribute a positive impact on the local economy by promoting and marketing Saratoga Springs and Saratoga County as a world-class destination for meetings, conventions and groups.

For information on how to schedule or plan a meeting, conference, wedding or sport/special event in Saratoga, visit the Saratoga Convention and Tourism Bureau’s website at www.discoversaratoga.org.