Great Adirondack Events
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75th Central Adirondack Art Show | Old Forge | Now to May 9, 2026
A front-yard exhibit that debuted in 1951 is now a cornerstone Adirondack art show in Old Forge.
Local Light: New Works by Deb Kahler | Whallonsburg | April 30-May 30, 2026
A fresh take on familiar Adirondack landscapes.
Art Show | Moving Mountains | Saranac Lake | May 1- June 27, 2026
A new art show lands in Saranac Lake this spring.
MOVIE “Hairspray” | Lake Placid | May 8, 2026
Big hair, bigger message. Hairspray hits the Annex screen in Lake Placid.
Stand Up: Love’s a Joke | Westport, NY | May 8-9, 2026
A nationally touring comedy show comes to the Adirondacks.
Prospect Mountain Road Race | Lake George | May 9, 2026
One road. One climb. Big Adirondack views. The Prospect Mountain Road Race returns to Lake George.
Lake Placid Mother’s Day 5K & 10K Race | May 9, 2026
Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with a scenic 5K or 10K on the Adirondack Rail Trail in Lake Placid.
Mother’s Day Farm & Craft Market | Moriah | May 9, 2026
A spring market with Adirondack charm.
Champlain Area Trails Grand Hike | Whallonsburg | May 9, 2026
The CATS Grand Hike returns with scenic Adirondack trails, flexible routes, and a finish-line celebration.
‘Round the Mountain Canoe and Kayak Race | Saranac Lake | May 9, 2026
Paddle into spring at Saranac Lake’s ‘Round the Mountain race.
John Brown Day | Lake Placid | May 9, 2026
John Brown Day returns to Lake Placid with a powerful mix of history, music, and reflection.
Bindlestiff Family Cirkus | Lake Placid | May 9, 2026
Step right up. The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Trio brings juggling, comedy, and classic sideshow spectacle to the Adirondacks.
MOVIE: The Testament of Ann Lee | Whallonsburg Grange | May 9, 2026
The Testament of Ann Lee blends music, movement, and history into something unforgettable.
Great Adirondack Crew Race | Long Lake | May 10, 2026
Catch a free, scenic showdown between St. Lawrence and Union College that’s equal parts sport and Adirondack tradition.
Ausable River Two-Fly Challenge | Wilmington | May 14-16, 2026
The Ausable River Two-Fly Challenge returns with high-stakes fly fishing, riverside gatherings, live music, and Adirondack tradition.
The Exterminating Poet | Upper Jay | May 14, 2026
A poet, an exterminator’s office, and a search for meaning—The Exterminating Poet brings intimate theatre and puppetry to the Adirondacks.
Paddle and Pedal Festival | Old Forge | May 16-17, 2026
Test paddle a kayak. Ride a new bike. Paddle & Pedal Fest in Old Forge is the Adirondacks’ hands-on kickoff to outdoor season.
Happy End | Tannery Pond Center | North Creek | May 16, 2026
A rare Adirondack performance: Seagle Festival brings Happy End—a jazz-infused opera satire—to North Creek.
Great Adirondack Garage Sale | Memorial Day Weekend | May 22-24, 2026
The Great Adirondack Garage Sale spans 200+ miles of treasure hunting from Old Forge to Speculator.
ADKX | Opening Day | May 22, 2026
ADKX is back for 2026. Explore 121 acres of Adirondack history, culture, and hands-on exhibits in Blue Mountain Lake
Opening Weekend | The Wild Center | Tupper Lake | May 22, 2026
The Wild Center reopens May 22 in Tupper Lake—just in time for Memorial Day Weekend.
Fête ADK | Dance Music Event | Lake George | May 22-24, 2026
FETE ADK 26 transforms Fort William Henry and Canada Street into a multi-stage EDM festival.
Memorial Day Weekend at Fort Ticonderoga | May 23-24, 2026
Step into 1776 this Memorial Day at Fort Ticonderoga.
Memorial Day Celebration | Hague, NY | May 23, 2026
Celebrate Memorial Day weekend in Hague, NY with a lakeside parade, food, and family fun.
Long Lake Memorial Day Celebration | May 25, 2026
Honor Memorial Day in the Adirondacks with a full day of ceremonies and parades in Long Lake.
Lake George Memorial Day Parade | May 23, 2026
Lake George’s Memorial Day Parade blends small-town charm with a powerful tribute to service.
Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery | Memorial Day Bash | May 23, 2026
Kick off summer at Springbrook Hollow’s Memorial Day Bash—live music, food trucks, local makers, and Adirondack vibes.
Movie: The Last of the Mohicans | Lake George Village | May 23, 2026
An Adirondack classic, reimagined.
Great Adirondack Birding Celebration | Paul Smiths | May 29-31, 2026
Warblers, wetlands, and rare boreal birds—this 3-day celebration is peak Adirondack birding.
Adirondack Boreal Birding Festival | Hamilton County | June 4-7, 2026
Boreal birds, sunrise hikes, and one million acres of wilderness—this Adirondack festival is a must for birders.
Whiteface Uphill Bike Race | Wilmington, NY | June 6, 2026
Climb one of the Adirondacks’ most iconic peaks—on two wheels.
Adirondack Paddling Symposium | Saranac Lake | June 12-15, 2026
Ready to paddle better, not just farther?
Black Fly Challenge | Indian Lake | June 13, 2026
The Black Fly Challenge returns to the Adirondacks with a 40-mile gravel race from Inlet to Indian Lake.
Lake Placid Marathon, Half Marathon, & 10K | June 14, 2026
Run (or cheer) in one of the Adirondacks’ most iconic races.
River Jam | Old Forge, NY | June 20, 2026
Live music, cold drinks, and Adirondack gear deals.
William Shatner at Star Trek Set Tour | Ticonderoga | June 25-28, 2026
William Shatner returns to Ticonderoga for an immersive Star Trek experience inside the iconic USS Enterprise set.
Lake George Hike-A-Thon | July 5, 2026
Celebrate the Adirondacks on foot (or by paddle). The Lake George Hike-A-Thon returns July 5, 2026.
Ironman Lake Placid | July 19, 2026
One of the Adirondacks’ biggest athletic events returns July 19, 2026.
CAN-AM Rugby Tournament | Saranac Lake and Lake Placid | July 24-26, 2026
The CAN-AM Rugby Tournament returns to the Adirondacks, bringing 100+ teams, high-energy matches, and a festival atmosphere.
Movie: The Last of the Mohicans | Lake George Village | July 24, 2026
A summer night at the fort.
Movie: The Last of the Mohicans | Immersive Experience| Lake George | August 22, 2026
An American classic movie, under the summer stars.
Movie: The Last of the Mohicans | Immersive Experience| Lake George | September 25, 2026
Experience The Last of the Mohicans in Lake George with crisp air, live reenactments, and a setting that makes history feel close.
Tannery Talk: History, Heroes & Bipartisanship | North Creek, May 3
Historian Connor Williams shares behind-the-scenes insights from Congress’s Naming Commission—and the American heroes who helped unite it.
River Reels Film Fest | Saranac Lake | May 2, 2026
Whitewater meets the big screen in Saranac Lake.
Fort Ticonderoga | Opening Day | May 2, 2026
Step into 1776 at Fort Ticonderoga’s Opening Day.
“Mr. Nobody Against Putin” | Lake Placid | May 1, 2026
An Oscar-winning documentary comes to Lake Placid for one night only.
Trillium String Quartet | Westport, NY | April 30, 2026
An intimate evening of chamber music comes to Westport.
“Solo Mio” | Indian Lake Theater | April 30-May 3, 2026
Kevin James brings rom-com Solo Mio to Indian Lake Theater
Lucinda Williams Project | Upper Jay | April 25, 2026
A one-night Adirondack concert in Upper Jay reimagines Lucinda Williams through a powerhouse lineup of local musicians.
The Blossom Reverie Fair | Ticonderoga | April 25, 2026
The Blossom Reverie Fair brings floral sculptures, puppetry, music, and vendors to downtown Ticonderoga.
Mountain Mudfest | Mt. Pisgah | Saranac Lake | April 25, 2026
Mud season gets a glow-up at Mountain Mudfest near Saranac Lake.
Springtime Snuggles at Circle B Ranch | FINALE | Chestertown | April 25, 2026
Goats, mini horses, s’mores, and fresh Adirondack air—Springtime Snuggles at Circle B Ranch.
Hadley Maple Festival | April 25, 2026
Celebrate spring at the Hadley Maple Fest in the Adirondacks
“Chicago” Movie | Lake Placid | April 24, 2026
An Oscar-winning musical returns to the big screen.
Imagi-NATION Lake George | April 24-26, 2026
Step into a world of pirates, princesses, and playful chaos at Imagi-NATION Lake George.
Paws in the Peaks | Paul Smiths | April 24, 2026
Paws in the Peaks brings live music, local vendors, and adorable adoptable pets to Paul Smith’s College.
“Crime 101” | Indian Lake Theater | April 23-26, 2026
A sleek noir film lands in the Central Adirondacks.
Paper Wings Folk Duo | Whallonsburg Grange | April 18, 2026
Paper Wings brings luminous, harmony-rich folk to the Whallonsburg Grange Hall.
Maple in April | Glens Falls | April 18, 2026
Maple season meets local creativity at the Shirt Factory in Glens Falls.
Adirondack Coast Arts & Crafts Fair | April 18, 2026
100+ artisan vendors, handmade goods, and one-of-a-kind finds.
Isabel Hagen Comedy Show | The Mill in Westport NY | April 17-18, 2026
Stand-up comedian and Juilliard-trained violist Isabel Hagen brings her sharp wit to The Mill.
Spring Sings | Ticonderoga | April 17, 2026
Experience Spring Sings in Ticonderoga at Ti Arts Gallery.
“Mercy” | Indian Lake Theater | April 16-19, 2026
A detective, an AI judge, and 90 minutes to prove innocence.
Loon Zoom: Looking Back, Looking Forward | Virtual Event | April 16, 2026
A virtual educational event, presented by the Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation (ACLC).
Apple Butter Open | Whiteface | Wilmington, NY | April 12, 2026
Spring skiing gets a sweet twist at Whiteface Mountain’s Apple Butter Open.
International Pond Skimming Competition | Whiteface | April 11, 2026
Whiteface Mountain’s legendary pondskimming competition returns April 11.
Gore Mountain Pond Skim | North Creek | April 11, 2026
Spring skiing goes out with a splash at Gore Mountain’s Pond Skim in North Creek.
Living History Event: Emissaries to Canada | Fort Ticonderoga | April 11, 2026
Step into 1776 at Fort Ticonderoga’s Emissaries to Canada event.
Saturday Flea Market | Glens Falls | April 11, 2026
Vintage treasures, handmade goods, and local flavor fill The Shirt Factory in Glens Falls this April.
“Avatar: Fire and Ash” | Indian Lake Theater | April 9-12, 2026
A new Avatar chapter lands in the Adirondacks.
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