Lake George Gift Ideas for the Holidays: Local Finds & Experiences

Do you have a person on your holiday list who counts down the days until their next trip to Lake George? Maybe they've spent every summer on the water since childhood. This year, give them a little piece of the Queen of American Lakes to unwrap.

We've rounded up our favorite Lake George gift ideas for the holiday season, all of which help support area businesses, and all of which have that special something about Lake George that both visitors and locals will love.

Please note for shopping in person: Inventory changes often, and some items may sell out or be swapped for new products. Check each store's website or call ahead before you go, and make sure to confirm hours, which can change around the holidays.

Lake George Gift Ideas: Shop Local Favorites

Lake George Picture Frames From Live Love Laugh

• Address: 183 Canada Street, Lake George, NY 12845 (Note, they’re seasonal, and open on weekends through the middle of December - online ordering is available!)
• The Local Touch: Frames are available with the shape of lake George on them, or with bears reminiscent of the Adirondacks.
• What Else You’ll Find: Browse through Lake George cutting boards, more bear items from the Bearfoots artist Jeff Fleming, plus trading cards and collectible items.

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Fuzzy Yeti Ornaments at A Christmas to Remember

• Address: 195 Canada Street, Lake George, NY 12845
• The Local Touch: Yetis go hand in hand with Bigfoot, which is huge in our area with themed events and merch.
• What Else You’ll Find: This store has tons of ornaments to browse, some Lake George-themed, others embracing classic Christmas characters like the Grinch.

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Red Carriage Wine From Adirondack Winery

• Address: 285 Canada Street, Lake George, NY 12845 & 395 Big Bay Road, Queensbury NY 12804 (can also order online, and can also find in local liquor shops)
• The Local Touch: Sasha Pardy and her husband, Michael, opened Adirondack Winery in 2008 and it’s since grown into one of New York’s most recognized craft wineries.
• What Else You’ll Find: A wide variety of award-winning, fruit-infused wines and gift items like tumblers and bottle openers. Editor’s note: I buy this cranberry-infused red wine for myself every season, and I’m a beer person! 

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Cozy Hoodies Perfect for Lake Days at Lakestyles

• Address: 2200 Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845 (inside Boats by George showroom)
• The Local Touch: Lakestyles is a retail shop inside Boats by George, a family-run business that’s been outfitting Lake George boaters since George Pencil founded it in 1982.
• What Else You’ll Find: Top brands in clothing and accessories for the perfect lake day, including Onewheel, O’Brien, and Cotopaxi.

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Sunglasses From Select Shades Sunglasses

• Address: 1424 Route 9, Suite 14, Lake George, NY 12845 (in the Outlets)
• The Local Touch: Select Shades has the perfect pair of sunglasses for your next day out on the lake, and shopping at the Outlets is a classic Lake George tradition.
• What Else You’ll Find: They carry winter goggles, so you can stock up for ski days at Gore or West Mountains.

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Oversized Candy Bars From The Candy Space

• Address: 1439 Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845 (in the Outlets)
• The Local Touch: This unique space-and-candy themed store opened in the Outlets in 2011 and is the brainchild of local Chad Rabinovitz, who used to head up the Adirondack Theatre Festival.
• What Else You’ll Find: There are plenty of stocking stuffer-like gift items for kids, kids at heart, and those on your list with a sweet tooth. If you’re bringing children with you shopping you can have them launch a rocket full of candy to the register (not a real rocket).

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Minnetonka Shoes at The Silo Gift Shop

• Address: 537 Aviation Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 (this is both a gift shop and a restaurant)
• The Local Touch: The 3-floor gift shop is a favorite of locals and visitors alike, as is the breakfast at their restaurant. Editor’s note: Occasionally I jog by this place, and I can smell their cider donuts from the sidewalk.
• What Else You’ll Find: Besides the trusted Minnetonka brand of Native-inspired footwear, you can find Adirondack-themed gifts, Ed Levin Jewelry, Lazy One clothing, Christmas items, kids toys, home decor, and baked goods.

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Socks With the Shape of Lake George From Love Is on Lake George

• Address: No physical storefront, order online!
• The Local Touch: Love Is on Lake George was founded by Kathy Miller in 2011 as an online Lake George-themed gift and home decor business, and she also officiates weddings in the area.
• What Else You’ll Find: You’ll not only find plenty of Lake George items on the site, but Saratoga items as well - and merch sporting lakes other than Lake George. Check out their gift sets to pair more than one item, like Lake George stemless wine glasses and trivet.

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Gourmet Gift Box From Lake George Olive Oil Company

• Address: 283 Canada Street, Lake George, NY 12845 & 179 Glen Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801 (can also order online)
• The Local Touch: This business is owned by the Mastrantoni family, who have owned and operated several restaurants and businesses in the Village.
• What Else You’ll Find: It’s all about the oils and vinegars here - especially balsamic vinegars. Although you can order online, if you visit in-store you can sample the oils and vinegars, and they have over 100 kinds.

Lake George Gift Ideas: Experience Gifts

Some of the best gifts can’t be wrapped. These experiences give your favorite Lake George lover something to look forward to all year long.

Please note, prices are accurate as of this writing but may change.

Lake George Expedition Park 2027 Season Passes

• Address: 1912 Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845 (passes available online)
• The Local Touch: This park is home to Dino Roar Valley with animatronic dinosaurs and The Forest, which was once the Magic Forest, a classic attraction that debuted in Lake George in 1963.
• Good to Know: 2027 Season Passes are on sale now for $69.99 and are good all season long with no blackout dates. The park is open Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend.

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Great Escape 2027 Season Passes

• Address: 1172 State Route 9, Queensbury, NY 12804 (passes available online)
• The Local Touch: Before it was Great Escape, this park opened in 1954 as Storytown USA, the brainchild of local entrepreneur Charles R. Wood. In 1996, Six Flags bought the park. In 2026, Enchanted Parks bought the Park. It's a must-visit attraction.
• Good to Know: As of this writing, the Enchanted Hero Pass is on sale for $69.99 (normally $109), and the Enchanted Legend Pass is $130.99 (normally $165). The season runs Memorial Day Weekend through the end of October, so they can enjoy roller coasters, thrill rides, and the waterpark in the summer and spooky fun in the fall.

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Gift Card to Lake George Steamboat Company

• Address: 57 Beach Road, Lake George, NY 12845 (gift cards available online)
• The Local Touch: Cruising aboard one of their famed vessels is one of the most iconic ways to experience the Queen of American Lakes.
• Good to Know: Choose your amount, with suggestions of $50, $75, or $100, and pick a holiday design to make it extra festive. Most cruises run about $22 to $48, while brunch and buffet dinner cruises cost a bit more.

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Gift Card to Lake George Waterfront Cruises

• Address: 2 Kurosaka Lane, Lake George, NY 12845 (gift cards available online)
• The Local Touch: Formerly Shoreline Cruises, this company continues a legacy with two locally built ships, the Horicon and the Adirondac.
• Good to Know: Gift cards come in suggested amounts of $25, $35, $50, $70, or $100, and most cruises are around $25 to $30. Options include historic sightseeing, sunset, and fireworks cruises.

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Gift Card to Fort William Henry Museum

• Address: 48 Canada Street, Lake George, NY 12845 (gift cards available online)
• The Local Touch: This reconstructed fort tells the story of the original Fort William Henry and the 1757 siege, which helped inspire James Fenimore Cooper’s The Last of the Mohicans.  
• Good to Know: Gift cards can be used for guided tours, special tour experiences, general admission, and events (not the Sutler Shoppe, and some exclusions may apply). Choose from suggested amounts of $25, $50, or $100, or customize your own. Prices vary by tour and event, but to give you an idea, general admission for living history tours is $26.

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Adirondack Wine & Food Festival 2027 Tickets

• Address: Charles R. Wood Park, 17 Elizabeth Little Boulevard (formerly West Brook Road), Lake George, NY 12845
• The Local Touch: This popular summer festival is hosted by none other than Adirondack Winery, and has raised over $117,000 for local charities.. You could gift the tickets along with a bottle of Red Carriage!
• Good to Know: The 2027 festival takes place June 26 and 27. General admission tickets are $54.99, VIP tickets are $99.99, and designated driver tickets are $19.99.

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About the Author: Erin Nudi Erin is an avid reader, yogi, jogger, and hiker living in Queensbury. When she's not perusing books at Northshire, Owl Pen Books, or Beldame Books, you can find her at a local event or park with her family.