Our Top Picks for Memorial Day Weekend in the Adirondacks

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May 22

Many people consider Memorial Day Weekend the official first weekend of the summer season in the Adirondacks. In addition to all the great activities to be found year-round in the ADK, there will be a bevy of special events and activities this weekend.

Our recommendations for the top events across the Adirondacks.

Every region of the Adirondacks has entertaining and exciting activities planned this weekend. Here are some of our favorites.

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The Lake Placid Toboggan Chute is Back—and Still One of the Adirondacks’ Most Thrilling Traditions

Riders launch down the Lake Placid Toboggan Chute and glide across frozen Mirror Lake during the winter season.

Lake George’s Ice Bar Season Returns for 2026

‍Fire, frost, and frozen cocktails during Ice Bar season in Lake George and Bolton Landing.

Find the Best Events This Weekend in the Adirondacks

Explore our top recommendations for events from January 22 and beyond.

The Caldwell House Restaurant & Martini Bar: A Lake George Classic That Still Gets It Right

A cozy fireplace, delicious prime rib, and expertly made martinis make the Caldwell House a top dining choice in Lake George.

SunderLand Cottages on Paradox Lake

Experience Adirondack lake life on gorgeous Paradox Lake.

Cold Hard Magic: Inside the Making of The Sagamore Resort’s Glacier Ice Bar

Winter in the Adirondacks has a way of turning “ordinary” into something cinematic.

This Weekend in the Adirondacks: Best Events

Explore our top recommendations for events during MLK Weekend 2026.

Blue Line Coffee House: Where Adirondack Mornings Begin (And Often Linger)

Blue Line Coffee House in Old Forge, NY, is a must-visit Adirondack coffee shop.

Second Acts in The Adirondacks: A Bold Revival in Jay, NY

Rick Vidal shares how the former Paleface Ski Resort became a modern Adirondack retreat.

Love Adirondack Loons? Learn—and Support Them—From Anywhere

Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation hosts Loon Zooms provide a lens into the life of the common loon.

Adirondack Ski And Snow Report: Where to Ride This Weekend, January 9, 2026

Planning a ski or snowboard trip this weekend? Get the latest Adirondack ski and snow conditions.

NorthWind Fine Arts in Saranac Lake

Visit an Adirondack gallery where you enter with curiosity and leave with a deeper sense of place.

Bitters & Bones: Smoke, Suds, And Serious Flavor In The Heart Of Saranac Lake

Bitters & Bones in Saranac Lake—an Adirondack microbrewery and smoke-forward kitchen known for bold flavors.

Cold, Wet, And Unprepared: What Really Happens When Winter Hikers Underestimate The Adirondacks

Jeff Berry and Elena Lumby from Search and Rescue of the Northern Adirondacks share essentials for winter hiking.

Best Events This Weekend in the Adirondacks

Explore our top recommendations for events happening the first weekend of 2026 in the Adirondacks.

Battle Hill Brewing Company: Where Adirondack Grit Meets Farm-to-Glass Flavor

Farm-to-glass beer, crave-worthy food, and Adirondack soul.

Powder Days on the Tug Hill Plateau: Snow Ridge’s Deep Snow and Indie Spirit

Nick Mir, Co-Owner of Snow Ridge in Turin, NY, joins the ADK Talks podcast to talk about the joys of running an indie ski resort.

Full Moon Magic: Moonlight Ski & Snowshoe Nights Return to Mt. Van Hoevenberg in 2026

Adirondack winter magic will be on display at Mt. Van Hoevenberg’s full moon events.

The Best Things to Do Over the Holiday Weekend

Check out our top recommendations for events over the holiday weekend in the Adirondacks.

Inside Nettle Meadow: Adirondack Cheesemaking, Passion, and the Hitching Post Tavern

Sheila Flanagan, CEO and co-founder of Nettle Meadow, shares how she went from toxic-tort law to award-winning Adirondack cheesemaking.

Fresh powder and big plans: Adirondack ski season outlook 2025–2026

The 2025–2026 ski season is poised to keep skiers checking checking snow reports before their morning coffee.

2026 Winter Weekends at Great Camp Santanoni

A rare chance to experience an Adirondack great camp in its quietest, most magical season.

A Polished Adirondack Favorite with Coastal flair: Dining at Cafe Adirondack

Cafe Adirondack serves American cuisine with strong coastal and Southern influences, delivered in a warm, welcoming setting

Lake Placid to Unveil Statue Honoring Herb Brooks, Architect of the Miracle on Ice

The Olympic Center in Downtown Lake Placid is the site for a new sculpture honoring Herb Brooks.

The Best Things to Do This Weekend in the Adirondacks

Check out our top recommendations for events this weekend in the Adirondacks.

A Dress Rehearsal With History: The 2025 FIL Eberspächer Luge World Cup in Lake Placid

Lake Placid’s winter sports legacy runs deeper than snow-packed trails and Olympic rings.

Education in the Wild: Paul Smith’s College

Shaping climate resilience, careers, and the future of the Adirondacks.

Start 2026 On The Right Foot: First Day Hikes Return To The Adirondacks

Looking for a fresh start that doesn’t involve a gym signup, a juice cleanse, or swearing off carbs until February?

The Ultimate Adirondack Holiday Guide: Where to Go, What to Do

In this episode of ADK Talks, we climb aboard what we’re calling the Holiday Express and take you on a whirlwind tour of the Adirondacks in the holiday season.