Find the Best Events in the Adirondacks This Weekend
Skate America, the prestigious international figure skating event returns to Lake Placid’s Olympic Center this weekend.
It’s the lull before the holidays, but things definitely aren’t dull this weekend.
Check out some excellent art exhibits, including fiber arts, in Lake George, Whallonsburg and Old Forge.
We had some beautiful snowfall all over the Adirondacks this week, which has everyone anticipating ski season. To get you in the mood, check out the latest Warren Miller ski flick, “SNO-CIETY” in Lake Pacid. Can’t make it this weekend? It will also appear in North Creek in December.
Skate America, one of the most prestigious international figure skating events, will return to the Herb Brooks Arena at the Lake Placid Olympic Center this weekend. Top skaters from around the world, including U.S. champions and World medalists, will compete in this three-day event across women’s, men’s, pairs, and ice dance categories.
We also provide a sneak peek at upcoming events, including William Shatner’s return to the Star Trek tour in Ticonderoga and the annual visit by the Canadian Pacific Railway Holiday Train, which will roll into stations along Lake Champlain on the day before Thanksgiving.
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Let your next adventure begin with our top recommendations for events this weekend.
A new art exhibit debuts at the Courthouse Gallery on November 12, featuring the paintings of Stephanie McMahon.
Join the party and celebrate ski culture at Warren Miller’s SNO-CIETY — ski-film premiere at Lake Placid’s Center for the Arts.
An all-star cast headlines a part war movie, part comedy, part bank-job caper.
The prestigious international figure skating event returns to Lake Placid’s Olympic Center.
Join Ithaca College Professor of Physics and Astronomy Luke Keller for an enchanting and informative evening beneath a blanket of stars.
Electrifying NYC stand-up comedian, Casey Balsham, appears at The Mill in Westport, bringing her sharp wit and relatable humour to the Adirondacks.
Join what’s sure to be an insightful conversation and discussion about the impacts of recent legislation on our healthcare system in the North Country and beyond.
NCPR and Adirondack Center for Writing bring another HOWL Story Slam to Tupper Lake’s Raquette River Brewing.
Ongoing events.
Can’t make it this weekend? These Adirondack events have staying power.
The View Arts Center in Old Forge will present the 2025 Quilts Unlimited exhibition, a celebration featuring top fiber artists from around the country.
Whitcomb’s Gallery features an exhibition of paintings by local artist Ellen Few Anderson.
Save the date for these upcoming events in the Adirondacks.
It’s never too early to start planning your next adventure in the ADK.
For over 30 years, the Hancock House Festival of Trees has become a cherished holiday tradition in Ticonderoga.
William Shatner returns to Ticoderoga’s Star Trek Original Series Set Tour for a weekend of activities, appearances and tours.
Take the plunge to support Special Olympics at Shepard Beach Park in Lake George Village.
The iconic train stops in Fort Edward, Port Henry, Plattsburgh and Rouses Point on November 26.
To see all our recommendations for upcoming events in the Adirondacks, visit our events page.
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