Witches Walk Registration

The Witch Walk SOSA is an annual fundraising event in Downtown Saratoga Springs, NY, bringing together over 500 participants to raise money for animal charities and support local businesses. The 5th annual celebration takes place Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Event highlights include:
- Witch Way Wanderers dancers performing joyful, flash mob-style dances and teaching attendees throughout the day.
- Registration and Basket Raffle: 2:00–4:00 p.m. at 37 High Rock Ave (City Center Parking Garage, lower level). Participants pick up wristbands, receive an exclusive enamel pin, and browse raffle items.
- Citywide dance performances beginning at City Center Park and moving to various downtown locations through 9:00 p.m.
- Dance practices open to all every Wednesday leading up to the event, 4:30–7:00 p.m. at Roosevelt Baths, with a dress rehearsal on October 14 at High Rock Ave Park.
- Witch Way Vendor Market hosted by The Dark Gem Shoppe, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., with vendors donating to the raffle fundraiser.

Participants who purchase an official Witch Walk wristband receive drink specials, discounts, and surprises at numerous bars and venues on Caroline, Putnam, and Phila Streets, including The Misfit, Saratoga Tin & Lint Co., Lucy’s Bar, Saratoga City Tavern, Bourbon Room, Spa City Tap & Barrel, Clancy’s, Trotters, The Ice House, Whitman Brewing, Bailey’s, Fillies on Phila, and Harvey’s. Local shops also offer perks, for example a free gift for the first 75 wristband holders at Magic Moon and all-day discounts.

The event is open to adults. A donation is required for participation: $25 wristband presale until 10/15, $30 after 10/15, and $35 at the door. Donations can be made by Venmo @witchwalksosa or via Eventbrite. Wristbands are required for all event activities, including the walk, dances, and related specials.

Most proceeds benefit animal charities, such as Whispering Willow Wild Care, Operation At Ease, Estherville Animal Shelter, and others.

For updates, check the Witch Walk SOSA Facebook or Instagram pages. Witch dance practices are an alternative for those who do not wish to participate in the pub crawl. Financial transparency and beneficiary details are posted publicly on the event’s social media.