From fun traditions like apple picking to spectacular festivals, the Lake George Region has it all during fall. When this colorful season kicks off this weekend, you’ll discover tons of great events happening in the area, including the Adirondack Balloon Festival, a fireworks cruise on the lake, and more.
Bring the Family to Fun-Filled Festivals
Adirondack Balloon Festival 2018 – Thursday, September 20 – Sunday, September 23
There’s no better way to celebrate the start of fall in the Lake George Region than with a balloon festival! In Queensbury and Glens Falls, the 45th Annual Adirondack Balloon Festival will take place from Thursday through Sunday at multiple locations. Plan your trip and get ready to see hundreds of hot air balloons launch into the sky.
Bolton Live Music Festival – Saturday, September 22
Head over to Rogers Memorial Park in Bolton Landing for a free music festival on Saturday! This year’s Bolton Live Music Festival will include an excellent lineup of performers, such as Alex Smith, Blue Moon Band, The Switch, the Mike Leddick Duo, and more.
Bolton Landing Boats & Boating Festival – Saturday, September 22
Not only will there be live music at Rogers Memorial Park on Saturday, but the Bolton Landing Boats & Boating Festival will be held at the docks. A wide range of historic boats will be featured at the in-water and on-land exhibits and demonstrations.
Oktoberfest at The Great Escape – Saturday, September 22 & Sunday, September 23
Don’t miss the final weekend of The Great Escape’s Oktoberfest celebration! On both Saturday and Sunday, admission will get you access to festive foods, traditional German music, fun games, the park’s signature attractions, and more.
Lake Luzerne Annual Halloween Pugs & Pumpkins Party – Sunday, September 23
Want to show off your pet pug? Attend the annual Halloween Pugs and Pumpkins Party in the nearby Town of Lake Luzerne. The free event will have contests, a pumpkin decorating booth, DJ music, and more at Pavilion Park.
Enjoy a Delicious Dinner & Hilarious Play
The Lake Theatre: The Long Weekend – Tuesday, September 18 – Saturday, September 22
Enjoy non-stop mischievous fun and plot twists that will leave you guessing and laughing at The Lake Theatre’s production of The Long Weekend. This week, the dinner theater will be held from Tuesday through Saturday at the Holiday Inn Resort in Lake George (home of The Lake Theatre).
Witness a Fantastic Fireworks Display
Balloon Festival Weekend Fireworks Cruise – Saturday, September 22
If you love a good fireworks show, then buy your tickets for Saturday’s fireworks cruise with the Lake George Steamboat Company. The Minne Ha Ha will sail from 8:30pm-10:00pm, and passengers will be able to watch as fireworks are launched from a barge in the southern bay.
Explore History at Fort William Henry
Smithsonian Museum Day Live – Friday, September 21 – Sunday, September 23
Step back in time during Fort William Henry Museum’s Smithsonian Museum Day Live in Lake George. Walk through the living history encampments, watch artillery demonstrations, listen to historic talks, and have fun all weekend long.
