The Adirondack Balloon Festival returns in full force starting today, September 22, with festivities running through the weekend. Get the schedule and check out what else is happening in and near Lake George below!
through September 25
The Adirondack Balloon Festival comprises four days of hot air balloon-filled fun, with balloon flights at Crandall Park and Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport, including a Moon Glow, plus a party in downtown Glens Falls today, the 22nd.
Lake George Dinner Theatre: First Night
through September 24
First Night takes us back to New Year’s Eve 1985, when a video store employee sees his old flame from high school walk in the door. Enjoy a night out with dinner and a show, courtesy of the Lake George Dinner Theatre.
Sasquatch Festival & Calling Contest
September 24
The Sasquatch Festival & Calling Contest, which originated in 2016, has gotten so big it’s expanded to two parks this year in Whitehall. This festival is well-worth the 40-minute drive, and is expecting over 75 vendors this year – that’s in addition to talks, the Calling Contest, and more.
September 24
Also worth the drive, the Ticonderoga FallFest, about an hour from Lake George, takes place in gorgeous Bicentennial Park with Touch a Truck, carnival games, food trucks, kids activities, and more family-friendly fun.
September 24
So far this year there have been two Free Fishing Weekends in New York State. Now, we can look forward to two upcoming Free Fishing Days, including one this Saturday, September 24; the next one is November 11.
A Taste of Oktoberfest at Great Escape
September 24 & 25
A Taste of Oktoberfest is in full swing every weekend at Great Escape through the end of October. Come enjoy festive food, a seasonal craft beverage, and a thrill ride or two (just maybe not in that order).
Lake Luzerne Halloween Pugs & Pumpkins
September 25
Pumpkin decorating contests, adorably dressed pugs, what more could you ask for in a fall event? This is the 23rd year of Pugs & Pumpkins, happening in Lake Luzerne.
