Thanksgiving weekend in the Lake George area is full of holiday cheer, with tons of festive events to attend and fun shopping deals to snatch up. Read on to learn about some of the top events you’ll be thankful for this weekend!
Holiday Happenings to Attend in Lake George Village
Black Friday & Thanksgiving Weekend Events at Adirondack Winery
Friday, November 29 through Monday, December 2
Take advantage of special deals this weekend at Adirondack Winery! The Lake George Tasting Room will be open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and is the perfect place to relax while holiday shopping.
- 20% off wines online and at the Lake George Tasting Room (the code is BF20 and can’t be combined with another offer)
- Various tastings between $7 and $35
- $35 tasting with wine, cheese, chocolates, and more
- Fun Adirondack Winery accessories and gifts can be purchased in store and online.
Lite Up the Village Lake George
Saturday, November 30
Celebrate the start of the holiday season in Lake George at the annual Lite Up the Village. The evening will including horse-drawn carriage rides, live entertainment, an ugly sweater contest, the lighting ceremony, fireworks, and the annual Fire Truck Holiday Light Parade. This is a can’t-miss tradition, with over 10,000 lights being illuminated in Shepard Park and Lake George Village.
Lake George Steamboat Company’s Lite Up the Village Cruises
Saturday, November 30
Take a 1-hour cruise on the Lake George Steamboat Company‘s Mohican during Lite Up the Village. Guests will enjoy hot beverages and a snack bar while touring the lake. The evening cruise will feature stunning views of the Lite Up the Village fireworks display.
Celebrate the Start of the Season in Ticonderoga
Ticonderoga Area North Country Christmas
Saturday, November 30
Ticonderoga will be kicking off its annual North Country Christmas, featuring nine days of holiday festivities and fun for all ages. Scheduled for this weekend is a craft and vendor fair, the Rockin’ Tree Lighting, hay rides, a pizza party, a Christmas craft project, and more.
10th Annual Small Business Saturday: Ticonderoga
Saturday, November 30
Support Ticonderoga’s local economy while shopping great deals on gifts for everyone on your list. The 10th annual Small Business Saturday is part of North Country Christmas and is the perfect thing to do between scheduled activities.
Ticonderoga Festival of Trees Open House & Reception
Sunday, December 1
Celebrate the annual Ticonderoga Festival of Trees and the first day of North Country Christmas with a special open house and reception. There will be more than 30 trees and other holiday decorations to enjoy, as well as refreshments and a holiday train layout by the Upstate Model Railroaders. Visitors can view the trees now through December 20.
Check Out More Fun Events Around the Region
North Country Festival of Trees
Friday, November 29 through Sunday, December 1
Head down to Glens Falls for the Prospect Center‘s annual North Country Festival of Trees at The Queensbury Hotel. Explore a dazzling array of trees, wreaths, gingerbread houses and other decorations. There’s also a Children’s Wonderland where kids can work on holiday crafts and meet Santa.
Gratitude Day at Camp Little Notch
Friday, November 29
Spend Black Friday far from the shopping crowds at Camp Little Notch in Fort Ann. Guests can take a scenic hike, relax by the lake, or warm up by the fire for only a small suggested donation.
Looking Ahead
2019 Adirondack Christkindlmarkt
Friday, December 6 through Sunday, December 8
Make your plans to attend the 2nd annual Adirondack Christkindlmarkt at the Festival Commons in Charles R. Wood Park. There will be more than 50 artisans selling their works, holiday light displays, live music and entertainment, fire pits, and activities for kids.
