Ballston Spa is known for its family-friendly community and top-notch small businesses and offers a unique, laid-back lifestyle for its residents. Ballston Spa features historic museums, community recreation areas, and local attractions like the Saratoga County Fairgrounds. The village boasts excellent public schools in the Ballston Spa Central School District like Wood Road Elementary School.
The historic downtown district is home to an array of local restaurants and shops, including Augie’s Family Style Italian Restaurant, The Whistling Kettle, and Coffee Planet. Whether you’re looking for a dinner spot for the family or somewhere to grab a cup of coffee and relax, Ballston Spa has you covered.
More information about Ballston Sap can be found on: Village of Ballston Spa.
Shopping and Dining
Take your taste buds on a tour of the vibrant restaurant & cafes, go antiquing, or check out Shops located in this walkable village. When walking through Ballston Spa you’ll discover a wonderful selection of shops and restaurants.
Front Street is arguably the oldest street in the Village, and contains several fine establishments including casual and fine dining, gift shops, antique shops, and a dry good store. For a complete list visit: Front Street Shopping & Dining.
Milton Avenue runs through the Village. Like Front Street, it also contains some excellent establishments including casual and fine dining, a great coffee house, antique shops, even a comic book store. For a complete list visit: Milton Avenue Shopping and Dining.
Arts and Crafts are a staple in Ballston Spa. These establishments vary from fine art, to quilting, ceramics, and the art works of local artisans. For a complete list visit: Art Galleries & Crafts Stores.
Recreational Activities
Ballston Spa Village parks are a combination historic, commemorative, and green space designed to draw people together as well as to provide area for exercise and outdoor activity including the village Swimming Pool.
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Historic and Cultural Opportunities
First settled in 1771, the Village of Ballston Spa incorporated in 1807. Today, it is is a charming historic village with a friendly, hometown atmosphere, destination shopping and eateries, and a visible sense of community.
For a list of Historical and Cultural Opportunities visit:
Education Information
The Ballston Spa Central School District currently serves approximately 4,000 students from Pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The district includes four elementary schools, Ballston Spa Middle School, and Ballston Spa High School.
Local School District: Ballston Spa Central School District
(518) 884-7195
Elementary School: Wood Road Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
Middle School: Ballston Spa Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
High School: Ballston Spa Senior High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
All Ballston Spa Schools: School Directory
Utilities and Public Transportation
For information on utilities our public transportation, contact the following:
Gas & Electric: National Grid
(800) 322-3223
Cable & Internet: Spectrum
(855) 707-7328
Public Transportation: Capital District Transportation Authority
(518) 437-8300