Chowderfest 2023

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Film & TV in Saratoga County

For the film and TV industry, Saratoga County serves as a picturesque and easy-to-access shooting location. The town is only a 3.5-hour drive from New York City and a 30-minute drive from the Albany International Airport, which makes it easy for filmmakers, crew members, and actors to access. This, combined with Saratoga County’s unique historic venues, charming architecture, and a fully-equipped NYS Qualified Production Facility, has transformed our pocket of Upstate New York into a prime filming location.

 

Unique Locations

When it comes to “only in Saratoga” filming locations, it’s hard to think of a better example than the Saratoga Race Course. This iconic structure first opened in 1864 and still maintains its antique charm. Its sizable square footage means that film crews can easily set up and capture footage throughout the race course. If horse-related activities are in your film or TV project, join the ranks of top equine movies filmed here, like “The Horse Whisperer” and “Seabiscuit.”

Are you working on a period piece? Consider our historic downtown’s stunning architecture and quaint street landscapes. The film “Paint,” in which Owen Wilson plays a painter inspired by Bob Ross, used Saratoga Springs buildings and businesses as its core filming locations, with places like Olde Bryan Inn and Desperate Annie’s on full display. 

 

Convenient Locations

If your filming needs include a full suite of amenities like loading docks, parking for oversized vehicles, central air conditioning, high-speed WiFi, production offices, catering, and wardrobe rooms, then the Saratoga Springs City Center is ideal. This multipurpose convention center is designated as a New York State Qualified Production Facility, which means any productions participating in the New York State Film Tax Credit Program can shoot there.

For outdoor and nature shoots, Saratoga Spa State Park is a tough location to beat. The 2,300 acre park boasts manicured lawns, thick patches of trees, ponds, and classical architecture. You’ll also have access to amenities through the Saratoga Performing Arts Center. Note: Filming in New York State parks requires productions to file a permit application, so plan ahead.

 

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Saratoga Film Showcase

Local and visiting filmmakers showcased their talent at the first ever Saratoga Film Showcase on January 17 & 18, 2025. The Showcase featured Special Guest, Writer/Director of "Paint," Brit McAdams. "Paint," was shot in Saratoga in 2021 and was brought back to the big screen during the Showcase at Scene One Entertainment in Wilton Mall. Thanks to collaboration with many local organizations, the Saratoga Film Showcase was able to bring an accredited writer/director back to Saratoga and host two days worth of short films, panels, networking opportunities and more to audience members and filmmakers.  

Thank you to the following for helping make the Saratoga Film Showcase come to life: Saratoga Arts, Discover Saratoga, Putnam Place, Scene One Entertainment, 518 Film Network, Snyder Printer, Metroland, Saratoga Living, Holiday Inn Saratoga Springs, MDOCS at Skidmore College, Erin Rice-Mills, Steven O'Connor, Bright Sighted Podcasting, High Peaks Canna, Saratoga Arms Hotel, The Saratoga Hilton, Whitman Brewing, Saratoga Bread Basket, Saratoga Candy Co., Mittler's Market, Franklin Square Market, SMW & The House Party Band, Good Karma Studio.

 

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