Bigfoot Festival | Sasquatch Calling Contest | September 27, 2025
- Sasquatch Festival and Calling Contest Skenesborough Drive Whitehall, NY, 12887 United States (map)
2025 Sasquatch Festival and Calling Contest in Whitehall, NY
An Adirondack village is the perfect place to honor a giant beast.
Sasquatch calling contest
The Sasquatch Festival and Calling Contest in picturesque Whitehall, NY, has become a beloved event that attracts both locals and visitors alike. Set against the stunning backdrop of the southern Adirondacks, the festival takes place along the tranquil banks of the Champlain Canal, where lush greenery meets the shimmering waters.
Last year, the event welcomed over 3,000 enthusiastic participants from all corners of the country, creating a vibrant and bustling atmosphere filled with excitement and camaraderie. Attendees enjoyed a range of activities, from engaging storytelling about legendary Sasquatch sightings to spirited competitions that showcased the art of calling this elusive creature.
The scenic charm of Whitehall, coupled with the intriguing allure of Sasquatch lore, makes this festival a truly unique experience not to be missed.
The festival features:
Sasquatch calling contests
Bigfoot researchers & evidence
Live music
Beer garden
Food trucks
Vendors offering unique merchandise
And more
The festivities culminate when the crowd gathers for the highlight event of the festival: the Sasquatch Calling Contest.
Stay tuned for the 2025 schedule. The Sasquatch Festival is a family—and pet-friendly event with free admission.
Listen to our episode of the ADK Talks podcast dedicated to all things Sasquatch.
In this episode of our ADK Talks podcast, we are privileged to host a fascinating conversation with Paul Bartholomew, a distinguished Sasquatch expert renowned for his meticulous research and study of Bigfoot in New York and the New England states.
Paul is joined by Barbara Spoor, who has organized the enormously popular Sasquatch Festival and Calling Contest in Whitehall, NY, for the last five years. This place has seen a remarkable number of credible Sasquatch encounters.
Are you looking for more reasons to attend? Adirondack Life magazine published a fantastic article about the Sasquatch Festival that highlights its fun and festivities.
For the latest updates, be sure to check out the Facebook pages for the Whitehall Sasquatch Festival and Calling Contest.
Additionally, there have been numerous Sasquatch sightings reported across the Adirondacks. For more information, read our article “Tracking the Elusive Sasquatch in the Adirondacks.”
See what it takes to win the Sasquatch Calling Contest.
Find unique Adirondack Sasquatch merchandise and apparel in our store.
There are those who walk the forest trails, scanning the undergrowth, waiting for the impossible. They catch a glimpse—was it a shadow, a trick of the light, or something more?
For the true believers, we present the Adirondack Sasquatch Hat. Crafted from 100% bio-washed chino twill, this cap is more than just headwear; it’s a declaration. A soft, comfortable fit that feels like an old friend from day one, yet durable enough to last through years of adventure, whether hiking in dense woods or sipping coffee at your favorite Adirondack mountain diner in town.
The leather patch, rugged yet refined, bears the silhouette of Sasquatch, with a single word below: Believe. Subtle yet bold.
For those who know there's still magic in the world, and maybe, just maybe, it's out there waiting to be discovered. The cap is for the dreamers, the wanderers, and the seekers. It's for those who’ve heard the stories and never stopped looking.
Product features:
Antique brass buckle closure for a vintage look
Soft and durable chino twill fabric
PU leather patch gives a genuine leather feel while being vegan-friendly
Handmade look with decorative stitching around the patch
100% bio-washed chino twill cotton hat with PU leather patch
Care instructions:
Hand wash only.
One sizeCircumference, in23.82Crown height, in4.55Bill length, in2.76
Here to help anyone tame their savage thirst with 32 oz. of their favorite beverage, the ADK Taste Sasquatch Tumbler is constructed from robust stainless steel and comes with a built-in drinking straw.
.: Stainless steel bottle; black plastic screw-on cap
.: One size: 32oz (0.95l)
.: Double insulation construction
.: Inner plastic straw included
.: Hand wash only
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