Market in Bloom
Flowers, fresh blooms, botanical treasures, and family fun are taking over the market! Join us for Market in Bloom and celebrate the beauty of summer with local flowers, hands-on activities, and pollinator discoveries.
friends at the market
Saturday’s Non-profit guests
Sustainable Saratoga’s Pollinator Committee
Learn how small actions can make a big difference for pollinators! The Sustainable Saratoga Pollinator Committee will share simple ways to create pollinator-friendly gardens and landscapes that support bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other beneficial insects. Discover the importance of native plants, healthy habitats, and how you can help protect the pollinators that play a vital role in our food system and environment.
Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association
Step inside the fascinating world of honey bees! Visit the Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association to see a live observation hive, learn how bees make honey, discover the vital role pollinators play in our food system, and chat with local beekeepers about these incredible insects. It’s a fun and educational experience for all ages.
SoBro Conservancy
Discover the beauty and importance of native plants! Visit the SoBro Conservancy to learn how pollinator-friendly gardens support bees, butterflies, birds, and other local wildlife. Explore simple ways to create healthy habitats at home and discover how planting native species helps keep our local ecosystems thriving.
Cornell Cooperative Extention: Master Gardeners
The Saratoga County Master Gardeners are passionate local volunteers who share research-based gardening knowledge with the community. From diagnosing plant and soil problems to offering seasonal gardening advice, they help local gardens thrive — and they also accept soil samples for testing to help gardeners better understand and improve their soil.
Academy for Lifelong Learning
A.L.L. of Saratoga County offers engaging educational opportunities for adults who love to learn, connect, and explore new interests. Through a wide variety of classes, lectures, discussions, and special programs, A.L.L. fosters intellectual curiosity and lifelong enrichment in a welcoming community setting.
League of Women Voters of Saratoga County
Stop by and meet the League of Women Voters of Saratoga County, a nonpartisan organization dedicated to encouraging informed and active participation in government. Learn about local issues, voter resources, and ways to become engaged in your community.
Saturday’s Live music:
Chloe Sova
Enjoy an afternoon of beautiful live music with Chloe Sova, a Saratoga Springs-based singer-songwriter whose warm vocals and heartfelt acoustic style create the perfect soundtrack for a summer day at the farmers’ market. Blending folk-inspired originals with thoughtfully chosen favorites, Chloe’s engaging performances invite listeners to slow down, shop local, and savor the season.
Bruce Blinn-Knapp
Bruce Blinn-Knapp is a singer/songwriter/stylist who performs a mix of original and cover songs. He has played venues all around the region for years, both solo and in various groups, where he plays various combinations of drums, keys, bass and guitars. He has opened shows for James McMurtry (a personal hero), Michael Franks, Bad English, Bridget Ball and others. Besides his solo shows he currently plays in the Lifeline Duo with his musical partner Bill Cassidy, and with the duo On Tap with Mindy Morse.
For booking info: bruce.blinnknapp@gmail.com, (518) 257-6562
Family Activities
Blooming Bouquet Creations & Honey Bee Headbands
Create a colorful flower bouquet to take home! Kids can mix and match cheerful blossoms to design their own beautiful bouquet. Plus, every child will receive a FREE honey bee headband while supplies last!
This activity will be held in front of the middle pavilion on the sidewalk. Follow the sign to our Creative Kids Play Patch!
Visit our Bloom Booth!
Step into a garden of blooms and capture the beauty of the season! Gather your family and friends, strike a pose, and snap a colorful photo to remember your day at Market in Bloom. Don’t forget to tag @SaratogaFarmersMarket!
Build Your Own Bouquet Bars
Stop by Scotch Ridge Flower Farm and Balet Flowers & Design to create a one-of-a-kind bouquet with fresh, locally grown flowers! Mix and match your favorite blooms, colors, and textures to design a beautiful arrangement that’s uniquely yours. Whether you’re treating yourself or creating a thoughtful gift, it’s a fun and creative way to celebrate the beauty of the season.