Theater and the arts in the Lake George area range from professional stage productions to free outdoor concerts and rotating gallery exhibits. An evening show pairs easily with a day on the lake, and several programs run through summer and into fall.
Arts experiences in the region include:
- Professional dinner theater
- Free summer concerts and a September jazz festival
- Contemporary art exhibitions
- Classical music, opera history, and film screenings
Dinner and a Show in Lake George
For a full night out in one place, Lake George Dinner Theatre has staged professional productions for almost 60 years. Performances take place at the Holiday Inn Resort on Canada Street, where no seat is more than 35 feet from the stage.
The evening includes:
- Tableside service with a choice of four entrees, plus salad, rolls, vegetables, and dessert with coffee or tea
- Tax and gratuity included in the ticket price
- Wheelchair access and free parking
Shows are recommended for ages 13 and up, and groups and tour buses are welcome. It's an easy pick for date night, and the Lake George Romance Guide has more ideas for couples.
Free Concerts and Art Exhibits
In Lake George Village, The Lake George Arts Project has presented arts programming since 1977. Many of its programs are free and open to all:
- A Summer Concert Series on Wednesday evenings in July and August at the Shepard Park Amphitheater
- Jazz at the Lake, a September festival with more than 10 performances over three days
- The Courthouse Gallery, which hosts six exhibitions a year of contemporary visual artists
The gallery, inside the Old County Courthouse in the heart of the village, is open year-round and also hosts readings, workshops, and presentations. For concerts, bring a chair or blanket for lawn seating.
Summer concerts are one of many ways to spend an evening in town. See the Lake George at night guide for more after-dark ideas.
Music, Film, and History in Bolton Landing
North of the village, The Sembrich blends performance with history on the shores of Lake George. Its annual summer festival includes live concerts, films, and children's programming, with music ranging from classical to contemporary.
The Sembrich also partners with The Hyde Collection in Glens Falls to present screenings of The Met: Live in HD. On-site, a museum in the former teaching studio of soprano Marcella Sembrich explores her operatic career. Find more cultural stops among the region's museums.
Ready to plan a night out? Browse the theaters and arts venues listed below for current schedules, tickets, and upcoming performances.
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