Best Things to Do in the Adirondacks This Weekend
Photo courtesy Lake Placid Horse Shows
Ready to pre-game for the upcoming 4th of July weekend? There are plenty of great things to do in the Adirondacks ahead of the big Independence Day holiday weekend.
Check out our curated list of events happening now, which includes a diverse range of activities from outdoor adventures to cultural festivals.
Explore an exceptional selection of the nation’s most talented potters and vessel makers.
Experience thrilling equestrian competition in the Adirondacks’ Tri-Lakes and High Peaks region.
The OG Captain Kirk makes a triumphant return to the Star Trek Original Series Set Tour in Ticonderoga. Prepare for an unforgettable experience.
It’s the second of four Free Fishing weekends in New York State, June 28 and 29, 2025. Cast your lines without needing a freshwater fishing license (children under 16 can always fish for free).
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Hundreds of athletes will participate in the 2025 Tupper Lake Tinman Triathlon, one of the oldest triathlon competitions in America.
Sample locally produced wine, spirits, cider, non-alcoholic beverages, artisan food, food trucks, and more from over 120 producers, distillers and brewers.
Enjoy delicious strawberry shortcake, get free information on area events, and reconnect with summer friends at Raquette Lake's Fire Hall.
Join the Adirondack North Country Gender Alliance at Riverside Park for a fun-filled event.
Lower Adirondack Pride hosts a special evening cruise with Lake George Waterfront Cruises.
Four days of fun and celebration on Lake Champlain for Independence Day 2025.
Upcoming events in the Adirondacks
It’s never too early to start planning your next adventure in the ADK.
The Town of Hague, situated on the stunning shores of Lake George, hosts its 2025 Independence Day Celebration with fireworks, live music, delicious food, and summer fun for the entire family.
Kick off Independence Day weekend on Piseco Lake in the Central Adirondacks with a fireworks spectacular on July 3, 2025.
Experience an Adirondack hometown parade, great music and spectacular fireworks over Mirror Lake.
To commemorate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, Fort William Henry hosts live readings of this essential document over the July 4 holiday weekend.
To see all our recommendations for upcoming events in the Adirondacks, visit our events page.
In this enlightening episode of ADK Talks, we delve into the pages of the newly updated "Breaking Trail: Remarkable Women of the Adirondacks". This powerful collection of stories celebrates women who have left an indelible mark on the region
