AREA EVENTS

Sat, Jun 7 - Sat, Oct 25, 2008
Historic Oklahoma Training Track tours (8:30 AM - 10:00 AM)
The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
Trained guides lead groups on a 90-minute walking tour of the historic Oklahoma training center. This is a unique opportunity to see and learn about the backstretch, exercise riders, trainers and horses.
Cost: $10. per person (no children under 10 years of age)
Sun, Jun 8 - Sun, Aug 24, 2008
Five Decades of Collecting: The Hyde Collection Since 1963
Charles R. Wood Gallery / The Hyde Collection
This exhibition will highlight the diversity and scope of acquisitions made by The Hyde Collection over the past five decades. After the death of Museum founder Charlotte Pruyn Hyde in 1963, the collection has continued to grow primarily through gifts and bequests.
Fri, Jun 20 - Sat, Oct 18, 2008
Greater Tuna @ The Lake George Dinner Theatre
Holiday Inn Turf
Tue, Jun 24 - Tue, Aug 26, 2008
BYOB (Bring Your Own Blanket) BBQ (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
Big Moose Lake
Live music with Pamme Swan, gourmet picnic and barbecue foods including barbecued chicken, sausage, wieners and beans, free use of our kayaks, canoes, and paddleboats at this unique former wilderness lodge in the central Adirondacks -perched on the shores of historic Big Moose Lake. Call the big Moose Inn and Restaurant for details. (888) 924-4666. www.bigmooseinn.com
Cost: $13 pp Adult/$7 children (5-12) Under Five Free
Fri, Jun 27 - Tue, Jul 8, 2008
Fort Ticonderga 250th Anniv. Commemoration of French & Indian War (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Fort Ticonderoga
Cost: $15 Adult $12 Sr. $7Children
Wed, Jul 2 - Wed, Aug 27, 2008
Wednesday Street Dance in Warrensburg
Bandstand in Warrensburg
Every Wednesday night visit the bandstand in Warrensburg for a street dance
Thu, Jul 3 - Thu, Aug 21, 2008
Lake George Community Band Concerts (8:00 PM)
Shepard Park, Lake George
Thursdays: July 3, July 17, July 24, August 7, August 21
Mon, Jul 7 - Mon, Aug 25, 2008
Musical Magical Mondays (7:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Shepard Park, Lake George
Live music,magicians,jugglers-free Bounce Houses
Mon, Jul 7 - 11, 2008
Hyde Art Camp (10:00 AM - 2:00 PM)
Hyde Museum, Glens Falls
Sign up through the Hyde 792-1761
Cost: $90.00 materials fee, free for members
Tue, Jul 8, 2008
Star party with Steve Durham (8:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Big Moose Inn, Big Moose Lake, NY 13331
Join local astronomist Steve Durham with his newly acquaired portable robotically-controlled Mead telescope to survey the heavens - as he opens your eyes to the wonder of the dark skies over the central Adirondacks. Come early for the BYO BBQ always held Rain or Shine on Tuesdays at the Big Moose Inn. 315.357.2042
Cost: FREE
Tue, Jul 8, 2008
Kayak Paddle @ Dunhams Bay (10:00 AM - 12:30 PM)
Call LGA @518-668-3558. Meet at the Dunhams Bay Marina, Bay Rd, Lake George
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Tue, Jul 8, 2008
Stone Temple Pilots (7:30 PM)
Glens Falls Civic Center, Glens Falls
Cost: $49.50
Tue, Jul 8 - Tue, Aug 12, 2008
Glens Falls City Band (7:30 PM)
Shepard Park, Lake George
various Tuesday concerts through out the summer
Tue, Jul 8, 2008
French Victory Day at Fort Ticonderoga
Fort Ticonderoga
A parade and celebration at the French Lines of Montcalm’s Victory in 1758
Wed, Jul 9, 2008
Street Dance at the Bandstand (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Town Bandstand, Main Street, Warrensburg
Call 518-623-9511 for more information
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Wed, Jul 9, 2008
Family Program: Alien Invaders (9:00 AM - 10:30 AM)
Shepards Park, Lake George Village
Please call LGA @518-668-3558 to register
Cost: FREE
Thu, Jul 10, 2008
LG Nature Talk: Turtles of Lake George (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Lake George Association Center
Presenter: Dee Strnisa, NYS/DEC
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Thu, Jul 10, 2008
Kelly Miller Circus
St Route 28, North Creek
An Old-fashioned big top circus including rides for kids. Call 518-494-3798 for more information.
Thu, Jul 10 - 19, 2008
Altar Boyz (part of Adirondack Theatre Festival) (8:00 PM)
Charles R Wood Theater, Glens Falls
Thur, 7/10-Sat, 7/12; Wed, 7/16-Sat, 7/19 at 8pm.
Thu, Jul 10, 2008
Glens Falls Symphony Orchestra (8:00 PM)
Shepard Park, Lake George
Thu, Jul 10 - Thu, Aug 21, 2008
Thursday Fireworks over Lake George (9:30 PM)
Shepard Park, Lake George
Every Thursday in July and August there is a Fireworks display that can be seen from the ViIlage of Lake George
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Fri, Jul 11, 2008
Kayak Paddle @ Northwest Bay (9:00 AM - 12:30 PM)
NW Bay Parking Lot, Bolton Landing NY
call LGA @518-668-3558 to register
Cost: FREE
Sat, Jul 12, 2008
Ticonderoga Waterfest (10:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
Bicentennial Park, Ticonderoga
Learn how to protect waterbodies
Cost: FREE
Sat, Jul 12 - 13, 2008
2nd Annual Lake George Wakeboard Tournament (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
lake George Village
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Sat, Jul 12, 2008
Lake George Wakeboard & Wakeskate Tournament
Castaway Marinam Lake George
Sun, Jul 13, 2008
I Only Laugh When It Hurts (part of Adirondack Theatre Festival) (8:00 PM)
Charles R Wood Theater, Glens Falls
Call 518-798-7479 for more information
Sun, Jul 13, 2008
The Second Annual Adirondack Homegrown Music Festival (AHMF) (11:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Shepard's Park Bandstand in Lake George, NY
A perfect cure for those summertime blues! Throughout the day full bands and acoustic acts of all styles and genres (fourteen local artists in all) provide non-stop music and fun! Featured performers include: Capital Zen, Joe Mama Band, Flakjacket, Three Dimensional Figures, The Distractions, The Loyalty, Burning Man, Prima, Sauce, Center Of Detention, Cassandra Bacon, Strange Days, The Novelty, and The Bark Eaters.
Cost: FREE FAMILY FUN!!!
Sun, Jul 13 - 14, 2008
"I Only Laugh When It Hurts" - Adirondack Theatre Festival
Charles R. Wood Theater, Glens Falls
Mon, Jul 14, 2008
Joel Brown
Luzerne Music Center, Lake Luzerne
Mon, Jul 14, 2008
Mark Wade, Ventriloquist (2:00 PM - 2:45 PM)
Community Room, Crandall public Library, Glens Falls
Sign up 792-6508 x4
Mon, Jul 14, 2008
Mark Wade, Ventriloquist (2:00 PM - 2:45 PM)
Community Room, Crandall public Library, Glens Falls
Sign up 792-6508 x4
Tue, Jul 15, 2008
Game Day at Crandall Library (2:00 PM - 3:00 PM)
Children's Area of Crandall Library, Glens Falls
Bring games that are battery free. Call 518-792-6508 x 4 for more info
Wed, Jul 16, 2008
Family Program: Zooplankton (9:00 AM - 10:30 AM)
Rogers Park, Bolton Landing
call LGA @ 518-668-3558 to register
Cost: FREE
Wed, Jul 16, 2008
Miss Saigon (9:30 AM)
Lake George High School Ausitorium, Lake George
Lake George Youth Theatre students will perform 4 shows. Wed. July 16ith at 1pm and Thurs-Fri at 9:30am.
Thu, Jul 17 - 20, 2008
Best Bet
Lake George Band Festival
Shepard Park, Canada Street, Lake George
Several Community Bands will perform throughout the weekend
Thu, Jul 17, 2008
Build a Bug House (10:30 AM)
Crandall Public Library, Glens Falls
792-8608 x 4
Fri, Jul 18, 2008
The Hero, the Princess and the Really Wicked Witch (10:30 AM - 11:15 AM)
Crandall Library, Gelns Falls
Sign up 792-6508 x 4
Fri, Jul 18, 2008
LGA'' Summer Celebration (6:00 PM - 11:00 PM)
The Sagamore Resort
Enjoy Cocktails and dinner. Bid on unique items in our silent autcion then dance the night away to the music of Bobby Dick and the Sundowners. Contact LGA @518-668-3558
Cost: TBA
Sat, Jul 19, 2008
Celtic Festival (12:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
West Mountain, Queensbury, NY
Cost: $20 for Adults, $15 Seniors (62+) and Students (Ages 10-18), Children 10 and younger are free
Mon, Jul 21, 2008
Electrifying Science for 3rd- 5th graders (12:30 PM - 1:15 PM)
518-792-6508
Mon, Jul 21, 2008
Luzerne Chamber Players (8:00 PM)
Luzerne Music Center, Lake Luzerne
Wed, Jul 23, 2008
Best Bet
OPENING DAY at the Saratoga Race Track (11:00 AM)
Saratoga Race Course
Don't miss the first day of the summer racing meet in Saratoga!
Cost: $3 Grandstand, $5 Clubhouse
Wed, Jul 23, 2008
Family Program: Creek Critters (9:00 AM - 10:30 AM)
LG Recreation Center
Contact LGA @518-668-3558
Cost: FREE
Wed, Jul 23, 2008
Family Program: Creek Critters (9:00 AM - 10:30 AM)
LG Recreation Center
Call LGA@ 518-668-3558 to register
Cost: FREE
Wed, Jul 23, 2008
The Maiden's Wish - A Festival of Chopin
Marcella Sembrich Opera Museum, Bolton Landing
Call for more information 518-644-2431.
Thu, Jul 24, 2008
Local wildlife - Beth Bidwell (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
Crandall Public Library, Glens Falls
For children 5 and up call 792-6509 x 4
Fri, Jul 25, 2008
"Chopin and The Nightingale'" (7:30 PM)
Marcella Sembrich Opera Museum
Cost: $20
Fri, Jul 25 - 27, 2008
1000 Words and a Picture: Photo/Writing Workshop
The Woods Inn Conference Center, Inlet, New York
Fri, Jul 25 - 26, 2008
Smoke Eaters Jamboree
reation Field, Warrensburg, NY
Sun, Jul 27, 2008
'"Chopin and the Nightingale" (2:00 PM)
Marcella Sembrich Opera Museum
The Year of Sembrich Summer Series, “The Maiden’s Wish”: A FESTIVAL OF CHOPIN (7:30 PM) Sembrich Opera Museum. PLAY: “Chopin and the Nightingale” A dramatic reading with music for narrator, two sopranos and pianist which chronicles the newly-discovered romance between an ailing Frederic Chopin and the “Swedish Nightingale”, soprano Jenny Lind.
Cost: $20
Mon, Jul 28, 2008
Music with Mark Mason (10:00 AM - 11:30 AM)
Crandall Public Library, Glens Falls
For 2nd graders and older call 792-6508 x 4
Mon, Jul 28, 2008
Matt Herskowitz Trio (8:00 PM)
Luzerne Music Center, Lake Luzerne
Tue, Jul 29, 2008
Matt Finley & Rio Jazz Concert (7:00 PM)
Rogers Memorial Park, Bolton Landing
Sat, Aug 2 - 3, 2008
Fort Ticonderoga Fife & Drum Corps Muster (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Fort Ticonderoga
Annual muster of Fife & Drum Corps from around the Northeast. Great Uniforms, precision marching and military tunes from around the world. On the parade grounds from 10 -4. Fort tours, King''s garden tours throughout the day and family programs. Restaurant and gift shop. Lots of parking. 518 585-2821
Cost: $15 Adult $12 Sr. $7 Child
Sat, Aug 2, 2008
Lakefront Walkway Art Show (10:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Lake George Village, Canada Street ~ Lower Amherst Street
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Sat, Aug 2, 2008
4 On 4 Volleyball Challenge
Million Dollar Beach, Beach Road, Lake George
Women's, men's and co-ed divisions for all levels of play and prizes. Money raised will benefit Prospect Child and Family Center
Mon, Aug 4, 2008
Luzerne Chamber Players (8:00 PM)
Luzerne Music Center, Lake Luzerne
Thu, Aug 7, 2008
Teddy Bears Picnic (10:00 AM - 11:30 AM)
Crandall Public Library, Glens Falls
Sign up 792-6508 x 4
Sat, Aug 9, 2008
Writer's Workshop for Photographers (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
The Woods Inn Conference Center, Inlet, New York
Writer's Workshop for Photographers Developing a story/photography package for publication with special guest speaker Elizabeth Folwell, Adirondack Life Magazine
Sat, Aug 9 - 10, 2008
Bolton Landing Emergency Squad Arts & Crafts Festival (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
Town Hall, Bolton Landing
Mon, Aug 11, 2008
Terri Robin - Music for babies (10:30 AM - 11:15 AM)
Crandall Public Library, Glens Falls
Sign up by calling 792-6508 x 4
Mon, Aug 11, 2008
Biava String Quartet (8:00 PM)
Luzerne Music Center, Lake Luzerne
Wed, Aug 13, 2008
Spider Web Art (2:30 PM - 3:30 PM)
Crandall Public Library, Glens Falls
Sign up 792-6508 x 4
Thu, Aug 14, 2008
LG Nature Talk: River Otters (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Lake George Land Conservancy, Bolton Landing
Cost: FREE
Fri, Aug 15, 2008
Baby Puppet Show (9:30 AM)
Crandall Public Library, Glens Falls
Sign up 792-6508 x 4
Fri, Aug 15 - 17, 2008
35th Annual Family Festival
Shepard Park, Lake George
Lake George Volunteer Fire Department, games, rides, live music an craft fair
Sun, Aug 17 - 18, 2008
Ididaride (8:30 AM)
North Creek
Ididaride! Adirondack Bike Tour August 17,2008 . This is a 75 mile tour with a 20 mile option. For information or to register go to www.adk.org or call Adirondack Mountain Club at 1-800-395-8080, ext. 14.
Cost: 65 memebers/75 Non-member
Mon, Aug 18, 2008
Luzerne Chamber Players (8:00 PM)
Luzerne Music Center, Lake Luzerne
Sat, Aug 23, 2008
Lake George Rendezvous Antique & Classic Boat Show
Village Docks, Lake George
35th Annual show with 60-80 boats on display.
Mon, Aug 25, 2008
Elizabeth Pitcairn - violin & Luzerne Chamber Players (8:00 PM)
Luzerne Music Center, Lake Luzerne
Sat, Aug 30, 2008
4th Annual Alumni Concert (8:00 PM)
Luzerne Music Center, Lake Luzerne
Cost: $5.00
Sat, Aug 30 - 31, 2008
1000 Acres Ranch Resort Labor Day Rodeo
1000 Acres Ranch Resort, Stony Creek
Sun, Aug 31, 2008
Fabulous Folk Festival
Rogers Memorial Park, Bolton Landing
Mon, Sep 1, 2008
Antique Boat Show in Lake George 2008 Dates to be announced
Lake George
Thu, Sep 4, 2008
DREAM-BELIEVE-CREATE (6:00 PM - 12:00 PM)
The Woods Inn and Conference Center
Fri, Sep 5 - 7, 2008
Adirondack National's Car Show 2008
Fort William Henry Resort & Conference Center, Lake George, NY
Always a favorite, don't miss this huge car show featuring all kinds of cars. 518/392-9011
Fri, Sep 5, 2008
Traditional & Historical Songs of New York State (7:30 PM - 9:15 PM)
Little Theater on the Farm, 27 Plum Road, Fort Edward
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Sat, Sep 6 - 7, 2008
Fort Ticonderoga Revolutionary War Encampment (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Fort Ticonderoga
Up to 1,200 soldiers encamped on Fort grounds with Battle reenactments at 2pm each day. Camp life and demonstrations throughout the day. Fort and King''s Garden tours all day and Family Programs, too. Great Log Hous Restaurant and Gift Shop. Lots of parking. 518 585-2821
Cost: $15 Adult $12 Sr. $7 Child
Sat, Sep 6, 2008
Lake George Fireworks (10:00 PM)
Lake George Village
Sponsored by the Albany Rods & Kustoms Car Club
Mon, Sep 8 - 13, 2008
2nd Annual Lake George Restaurant Week
Various Lake George Restaurants
668–5755
Thu, Sep 11, 2008
LG Nature Talk: Timber Rattlesnakes (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Lake George Association Center
Presenter: Bill Brown, Skidmore College
Cost: FREE
Sat, Sep 13 - 14, 2008
Lake George Jazz Festival
Shepard Park, Lake George
Sun, Sep 14, 2008
Lake George Triathlon (8:30 AM)
zlake George VIllage
.9 mile swim / 24.8 mile bike / 6.2 mile run send questions to lgtriathlon@hotmail.com
Mon, Sep 15 - 19, 2008
US Army Ranger Muster 2008
Fort William Henry Resort & Convention Center
Annual Muster of Rangers from all eras; World War II, Korea, Vietnam, 1/75 and 2/75, 75th Ranger Regiment, Ranger Department/Training Brigade graduates, including all services and foreign Rangers.
Thu, Sep 18 - 21, 2008
Adirondack Balloon Festival
Crandall Park, Floyd Bennet Memorial Airport, Lake George Village
Various events and launches throughout the weekend call 792-2600 for more information.
Sat, Sep 20 - 21, 2008
Lakeside Craft Festival (10:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Beach Road, Lake George
Operation Santa Claus Fund Raiser
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Sat, Sep 20, 2008
Moonglow (8:30 PM)
Beach Road, Lake George
A part of the Adirondack Balloon Festival.
Sat, Oct 4 - 5, 2008
Best Bet
Warrensburg Garage Sale
Warrensburg, NY
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Sat, Oct 11, 2008
Lake George Powerboat Assn Poker Run (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM)
Lake George
(518) 361-6521 for more information
Fri, Oct 17 - 19, 2008
27th Annual Adirondack Arts and Crafts Fair (10:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Washington County Fairgrounds, Greenwich NY (13 mls east of Saratoga Springs)
Sat, Nov 29, 2008
Lite up the Village
Shepard Park, Lake George

ACTIVITIES

Pontoon Boat Tours of Lake George - See Lake George up close and personal with guided Pontoon Boat tours along the nearly 172-mile shoreline. With over 170 islands to see and explore, there is much to do! Enjoy the stunning views and spectacular colors that surround this beautiful Queen of American Lakes.

Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course

Hudson River Rafting - Whitewater rafting, tubing, and kayaking on New York State's Adirondack rivers since 1978. Our friendly, enthusiastic, and experienced guides will make your day on the river special.  In the summer and fall the Hudson is perfect for people of all ages and ability levels. There is no better way to view the Fall Foliage!

Ellms Family Farm -
Visitors to the farm will find an engaging corn maze, trolley rides, hay
rides, pumpkins and other interactive activities in a scenic, inviting farm environment. The farm is also available for group tours, school tours, birthday parties and team building activities. 2006 Season: September 15th through October 29th (weather permitting)

It's About Thyme Pumpkin FarmPick Your Own Pumpkins at It's About Thyme Pumpkin Picking Farm! Days Open: Saturday - Sunday until Halloween
Time: 9am-6pm
*Free Hot Chocolate & Cookies.

Saratoga Polo Association: As an essential stop on the professional circuit, Saratoga Polo represents the finest polo this country has to offer, therefore attracting the world’s foremost players and teams.

Southern Adirondack Spokes: Introducing the Downtown Glens Falls Criterium. The mission of the club is to promote Adirondack cycling and its benefit to tourism, health and recreation, and local economies in the Warren and Washington County communities.

Tubby Tubes Co.: Something fun for everyone! Guided lazy river tubing and rafting trips 5 minutes from Lake George. Canoe & Kayak Rental Center. New Lunch wagon and picnic areas. Ph: (518) 696-5454

Wild Waters Outdoor Center  1-800-867-2335 / 518-494-4984
1123 Route 28  Warrensburg, NY 12885
 

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THEME PARKS
 

  Enchanted Forest - Water Safari
3183 State Route 28 in Old Forge, NY
(315) 369-6145
Enchanted Forest / Water Safari is New York's Largest Water Theme Park with over 50 rides & attractions! With all the 'get wet' action of our 31 water rides, the thrill of our classic amusement rides or the fun filled experience of our themed attractions, there's something for every member of your family! Click the links below to learn more about all of the rides and attractions the park has to offer!
   
   
The Great Escape & Splashwater Kingdom
Route 9 in Lake George, NY
518-792-3500
Treat your family to terrific terrifying fun every Saturday and Sunday from September 29 through October 28. You'll have a ghoulish good time at the high-tech haunted house where you'll hear screams of fun under the sun and howls of fright in the night! The kids will love our daytime Trick or Treat Trail and costume contest (ages 12 and under). Don't miss the many other monstrous attractions and spooky shows that will make your visit complete.


BALLOON FLIGHTS

Ballooning Adventures
Glens Falls, 518-798-4143

Adirondack Balloon Flights
Glens Falls, 518-793-6342 

 

HIKING & FISHING

Adirondack Mountain Club
Lake George, 518-668-4447

Lake George Kayak Company

Lockhart Guide Service
518-623-2236; 888-848-5253

 

NATURAL WONDERS & CAVES:

Natural Stone Bridge and Caves

Ausable Chasm

 

GALLERIES:

Adirondack Rustics
518-532-0020; 518-532-9384

 

MUSEUMS:

Fort Ticonderoga The Fort is much more than a restored military fortress. Your visit will include rich and varied offerings including costumed interpreters, 30-minute guided tours, a world class museum, daily musket demonstrations, and self-guided tours of the Fort.

Dr. Morbid's Haunted House

Children's World Awareness Museum Educational organization which fosters knowledge and appreciation of world culture through collections, exhibitions, interactive programming, international youth art exchange, and educator led tours.

 

RENTALS AND SERVICES:

Advance Rental and Supply
Everything you need for the contractor or do-it-yourselfer!  (518)792-2222

 

SHOPPING:

The Gift Cottage
Here you will find the most unusual gift or that special treat for yourself.  They carry gifts for Baptism, First Communion, Weddings, Confirmations, etc.- yes the hard to find gifts.

 

Upper Hudson River Railroad


3 Railroad Place
North Creek, NY 12853
http://www.upperhudsonriverrr.com