2026 Adirondack Nationals Car Show: Lake George's Premier Classic Car Event
Car Show Dates: September 10 - 13, 2026
The Adirondack Nationals Car Show returns to Lake George from September 10 through 13, 2026, filling the grounds of the Fort William Henry Hotel with more than 1,500 classic cars, hot rods, and custom vehicles. Set against the Adirondack Mountains, the four-day event draws car enthusiasts from across the Northeast for vehicle displays, live entertainment, and the annual Cruisin' on Canada Street parade. A full schedule of events, admission details, and weekend highlights follows below.
What to Expect at the Adirondack Nationals
Held annually the weekend after Labor Day, the Adirondack Nationals Car Show has grown into one of the region's largest classic car gatherings. The event centers on Show & Shine, where registered vehicles are parked and displayed throughout the weekend, alongside vendors and a kickoff party that gets the event underway. Spectators can also meet celebrity guests Dan Short and the cast of FantomWorks during scheduled appearances at the Carriage House.
Beyond the static displays, the show includes several signature events. Cruisin' on Canada Street closes the street to public traffic each evening so registered vehicles can parade past spectators lining the sidewalks, free to watch. The weekend also includes the Women's Oasis, an awards presentation on Saturday, and the Winner's Circle Car Show on Sunday morning to close out the event.
2026 Adirondack Nationals Schedule of Events
Thursday, Sept 10
- Pre-registered vehicle check-in: noon–7 pm
Friday, Sept 11
- Spectator gates & Women's Oasis: 7 am–5 pm
- Show & Shine and vendors: all day
- Celebrity appearances (Dan Short, FantomWorks) at the Carriage House: 10 am–noon and 1–4 pm
- Outlet shuttles: 10 am–4 pm
- Cruisin' on Canada Street (parade of registered vehicles, street closed to public traffic through 2 am): 7–10 pm
Saturday, Sept 12
- Spectator gates & Women's Oasis: 7 am–5 pm
- Show & Shine and vendors: all day
- Open registration (space permitting): 9 am
- Celebrity appearances: 10 am–noon and 1–4 pm
- Awards presentation: 4:30 pm
- Cruisin' on Canada Street: 7–10 pm
Sunday, Sept 13
- Women's Oasis and vendors: 8 am–noon
- Winner's Circle Car Show: 8:30–10:30 am
Plan Your Car Show Trip
Admission is $20 for the weekend, with kids 12 and under free. Cruisin' on Canada is free to watch from the sidewalks. Organizers expect several thousand spectators, so arrive early!
