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Collectorfest | Glens Falls | September 5, 2026

  • Harding Mazzotti Arena 1 Civic Center Plaza Glens Falls, New York, 12801 United States (map)

Glens Falls CollectorsFest Turns Labor Day Weekend Into a Treasure Hunt

Collectible comics at Glens Falls Collectorsfest 2026

A collector’s dream.

There are plenty of reasons to head to the southern Adirondacks over Labor Day weekend, but Glens Falls CollectorsFest offers one of the more unusual.

On Saturday, September 5, Harding Mazzotti Arena in downtown Glens Falls becomes a sprawling marketplace for collectors, hobbyists and the merely curious, with vintage toys, comic books, trading cards, records, coins, antiques, pop culture memorabilia and other treasures filling the arena from 9 am – 4 pm.

For serious collectors, it is a chance to hunt for the elusive item that has been missing from a shelf, binder or display case. For everyone else, it offers the particular pleasure of wandering past tables filled with objects that can trigger a memory before anyone even checks the price tag.

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Vintage and antique toys and action figures on display at collectorsfest in Glens Falls, NY.

Vintage toys on display.

What to expect at Glens Falls CollectorsFest.

CollectorsFest brings vendors, artists, specialty sellers and collectors together under one roof, with merchandise ranging from decades-old finds to contemporary fan favorites.

Expect vintage toys and action figures alongside comics, sports and trading cards, vinyl records, coins and antiques. Handmade display pieces, local goods and pop culture memorabilia broaden the hunt beyond traditional collectibles.

That variety is part of the fun. Someone arriving in search of a particular comic might leave with an old record. A parent who insists the family is "just looking" may suddenly encounter a toy last seen sometime around 1983.

Collectors understand the danger.

Vintage toys, comics and collectibles in the Adirondacks.

Collecting is rarely just about owning things. Objects become markers of childhood, fandom, history and personal obsession — sometimes all four at once.

That gives CollectorsFest an appealing social dimension. Visitors can talk with dealers and other enthusiasts, compare discoveries and learn about collecting communities they may never have encountered before.

The festival also includes themed attractions, entertainment and interactive activities, making it more than a conventional collectibles show. Families and first-time visitors can browse without needing to know the difference between a first edition and a first printing before walking through the door.

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The best part may be the unexpected find. CollectorsFest covers enough territory that visitors should leave room in both their schedule and their shopping bag for something they had absolutely no intention of buying.

That old toy, obscure record or piece of pop culture ephemera may not have been on the list. Then again, the best treasure hunts rarely go according to plan.

A Labor Day weekend stop in downtown Glens Falls.

The Harding Mazzotti Arena location makes CollectorsFest especially convenient for travelers spending Labor Day weekend in the Lake George and southern Adirondack region.

Downtown Glens Falls has restaurants, shops and cultural attractions within a compact area, while Lake George is a short drive north. Visitors can easily make the festival one part of a larger Adirondack weekend rather than an all-day commitment.

CollectorsFest also offers a chance to support independent vendors, artists and small businesses while indulging in a bit of nostalgia — an admirable combination of commerce and time travel.

Vintage comic books on display in Glens Falls for CollectorsFest.

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Serious treasure hunters should arrive toward the beginning of the 9 am – 4 pm window, when selection will be at its best. More casual browsers can make a leisurely afternoon of it and pair the festival with lunch or a stroll through downtown Glens Falls.

Anyone hunting for something specific should also bring a list. Collectibles have a mysterious way of making shoppers forget what they came for.

Glens Falls CollectorsFest event details.

Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026

Time: 9 am – 4 pm

Location: Harding Mazzotti Arena

Address: 1 Civic Center Plaza, Glens Falls, NY 12801

Visitors should check the event's official website or Facebook page before attending for the latest information about vendors, attractions, admission and other event updates.

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Collectors assortment of Trading Cards.

A Trading Card collectors dream.

Glens Falls CollectorsFest FAQ.

When is Glens Falls CollectorsFest?‍ ‍

Glens Falls CollectorsFest takes place Saturday, September 5, 2026, from 9 am – 4 pm.

Where is Glens Falls CollectorsFest held?‍ ‍

The festival is at Harding Mazzotti Arena, 1 Civic Center Plaza in downtown Glens Falls, New York.

What can visitors find at CollectorsFest?‍ ‍

Expect vintage toys, comic books, trading cards, records, coins, antiques, handmade pieces, pop culture memorabilia and other collectibles.

Is Glens Falls CollectorsFest family-friendly?‍ ‍

Yes. The event is designed for collectors, hobbyists, families and curious visitors of all ages.

Is CollectorsFest near Lake George?‍ ‍

Yes. Glens Falls is in the southern Adirondacks, making CollectorsFest an easy addition to a Labor Day weekend visit to the Lake George region.


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