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About Saratoga Winners
Welcome to the legacy page for Saratoga Winners, a longtime rock and metal venue once located at 1375 Loudon Road, Cohoes, NY 12047 (in the Latham/Colonie area). Though the venue closed in 2006 and was destroyed by fire in 2009, its history remains a staple in the region’s live music scene. This page provides an overview of the site, seating tendencies when active, parking and transit options in the area, and nearby lodging and dining recommendations to help fans and historians alike.
We’ve gathered practical details to help you understand what the Saratoga Winners experience was like, and to point you toward current lodging and dining partners in the Albany area for a convenient visit around other events in the Capital District.
For fans tracing the venue’s footprint, keep in mind that Saratoga Winners hosted hundreds of rock and metal shows, from early acts like Armored Saint & M-16 in the late 1980s to later appearances by The Aquabats and other 2000s bands. While the building no longer stands, the surrounding Cohoes/Latham area remains a hub for music history and regional travel. If you’re planning a trip to the Capital District, consider secure your seats or accommodations with our trusted affiliate partners for hotels and nearby restaurants to fuel your night after a show.
Note: This page reflects historical context and current local resources. Always verify transit and lodging details at the time of your visit, as services and schedules can change.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location/address: 1375 Loudon Road, Cohoes, NY 12047 (also referred to in sources as Latham/Colonie area).
- Venue type: nightclub/concert venue used for hundreds of rock/metal shows (not a permanent sports venue).
- Status: closed in September 2006; destroyed by a fire on April 30, 2009; building subsequently demolished/never reopened.
- Notable acts and events: Cranberries (sold-out 1993-11-05), Korn (1995-06-22), Armored Saint & M-16 (1988), The Aquabats and other 2000s rock/metal shows; various other acts documented in concert histories.
- Transit: served by Capital District transit in the Albany area; CDTA provides regional bus service in nearby Colonie/Latham (transit options exist, though not specific to a dedicated Saratoga Winners route).
- Nearby hotels: several options near Latham/Albany airport area, including Latham Inn (622 Watervliet Shaker Rd, Latham, NY 12110) and Holiday Inn Express Albany Airport Area – Latham; more hotels listed in the Albany/Latham area.