Halloween, Restaurant Week & What's Next for the Adirondacks

The In Good Taste Newsletter

October 22, 2026

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Georgian O’Keefe captured the beauty of Lake George during peak foliage.

Greetings.

Georgia O'Keeffe saw something special in Lake George. So do we. And while the Adirondacks are gradually trading their brilliant fall wardrobe for something a little more subdued, there's still plenty of color to enjoy. Our latest foliage report will tell you where to find it.

The best of the Adirondacks, handpicked every week.

This week, we're looking beyond the scenery to explore what it takes for Adirondack communities to thrive. On ADK Talks, we have a thoughtful conversation about the challenges and opportunities facing the people who call this remarkable place home.

Meanwhile, Halloween is creeping up, and the Adirondacks are getting into the spirit. We've rounded up the region's Halloween happenings, along with plenty of other reasons to get out and enjoy the weekend.

And for those who prefer a good meal to a good scare, Glens Falls Restaurant Week is just around the corner. Seven days of delicious reasons to leave the cooking to someone else.

The leaves may be winding down, but the Adirondacks certainly aren't.

See you out there,

Jane

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Adirondack fall foliage conditions for October 21, 2026. Map courtesy of I LOVE NY.

Adirondack Fall Foliage Report: Lake George Reaches Peak Color

Just when you thought the Adirondack foliage season was winding down, Lake George is putting on a show. The latest report has Lake George at peak, with brilliant oranges, yellows, and reds, while much of the High Peaks and interior Adirondacks are past peak. Find out where the color is hanging on in our October 21 report.

See this week's Foliage Report.

Girls having fun in a corn maze in the Adirondacks.

Get Lost! Corn Mazes in the Adirondacks

There’s still time to take a wrong turn this fall. From historical clues at Fort Ticonderoga to orchard paths at Rulfs and the Great Adirondack Corn Maze at Tucker Farms, our guide helps you choose where to get happily lost before the season ends.

Find your corn maze.

Aerial view of the town of chester in Warren County, NY

What It Takes for Adirondack Communities to Thrive

Ever wonder why your favorite Adirondack restaurant is closed three days a week—or why finding a contractor can take months? The challenges facing year-round communities affect everyone who loves visiting. North Country farmer and Democratic congressional candidate Blake Gendebien connects the dots on ADK Talks.

Hear what’s behind the headlines.

Three Courses, Three Price Points: Glens Falls Restaurant Week Begins Sunday

Next week’s dinner plans, sorted. Glens Falls Restaurant Week returns November 1–7 with three-course dinners at $25, $35, or $45. Eleven restaurants are on the lineup—an excellent excuse to try somewhere new or revisit a favorite. See who’s serving what before reserving.

Three courses, zero dishes to do.

Skeletons celebrating Halloween in Adirondack Chairs.

Halloween in the Adirondacks Deserves More Than One Night

That costume could earn its keep before Halloween night. Boo2You brings the festivities to downtown Glens Falls, Howl-O-Ween welcomes pets in Lake Placid, and Essex becomes a Haunted Hamlet on October 31. ADK Taste’s curated guide covers October 23–31, making it easier to choose a celebration without turning the holiday into a regional endurance event.

Give that costume somewhere to go.

Highway in the Adirondack Champlain Valley with the green mountains and Lake Champlain in the distance.

Corn Mazes, Costumes and a Little Adirondack Halloween Magic

Lake Placid’s next great scene unfolds indoors. As the film festival returns November 5–8, discover how a blizzard, a hometown critic, and an eager audience helped build an Adirondack cinema tradition.

A little mischief looks good on October.

Woman wearing the Adirondack Park hoodie in garnet.

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