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  • 1. Adirondack Canoe Classic

    The annual Adirondack Canoe Classic is a three-day, 90-mi canoe race held in early September. The 250 boats participating make their way from Old Forge...

    The annual Adirondack Canoe Classic is a three-day, 90-mi canoe race held in early September. The 250 boats participating make their way from Old Forge through Blue Mountain Lake to the village of Saranac Lake, crossing several portages.

    Saranac Lake, New York, USA
    518-891--2744

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    Rate Includes: $200
  • 2. Adirondack Hot Air Balloon Festival

    More than 100 hot-air balloons puff their stuff as they ascend in this annual four-day event held around the third weekend in September. There are...

    More than 100 hot-air balloons puff their stuff as they ascend in this annual four-day event held around the third weekend in September. There are usually two launches on Saturday and Sunday (one at sunrise and the other in the early evening), weather permitting. Smaller launches are held on Thursday and Friday.

    443 Queensbury Ave., Queensbury, New York, 12805, USA
    518-761--6366

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    Rate Includes: $10
  • 3. Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts

    The Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts presents a wide variety of programs, from classical concerts to coffeehouse entertainment, films, plays, exhibits, and workshops. Galleries...

    The Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts presents a wide variety of programs, from classical concerts to coffeehouse entertainment, films, plays, exhibits, and workshops. Galleries display regional and national artwork. Center hours change by the season.

    3446 State Rte. 28, Blue Mountain Lake, New York, 12812, USA
    518-352--7715
  • 4. Americade Motorcycle Tour & Rally

    Up to 50,000 motorcycle enthusiasts flock to the Lake George area for this multiday event held in early June. Activities include an exposition with hundreds...

    Up to 50,000 motorcycle enthusiasts flock to the Lake George area for this multiday event held in early June. Activities include an exposition with hundreds of vendors and a huge motorcycle parade.

    Lake George, New York, 12801, USA
    518-798--7888
  • 5. Antique Boat Show and Auction

    The three-day show in early August has a different theme each year. You can view boats on land and water and participate in activities hosted...

    The three-day show in early August has a different theme each year. You can view boats on land and water and participate in activities hosted by the Antique Boat Museum. The event concludes with an antique-boat parade on the St. Lawrence River.

    750 Mary St., Clayton, New York, 13624, USA
    315-686--4104

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    Rate Includes: $14
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  • 6. Bill Johnston's Pirate Days

    During this 10-day festival in early to mid-August, pirates invade the village of Alexandria Bay for two weekends, and the mayor hands the keys to...

    During this 10-day festival in early to mid-August, pirates invade the village of Alexandria Bay for two weekends, and the mayor hands the keys to the city over to these marauders. Midweek festivities include music and other entertainment. Bill Johnston, for whom the event is named, was an 1830s pirate who looted ships near the city.

    7 Market St., Alexandria Bay, New York, 13607, USA
    315-428--9531

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    Rate Includes: Free
  • 7. Black River Trail Scenic Byway

    The 111-mi trail traces the western extremity of the Adirondacks and leads from Rome, New York in the south nearly to Canada in the north....

    The 111-mi trail traces the western extremity of the Adirondacks and leads from Rome, New York in the south nearly to Canada in the north. This is a breathtaking area of the park, especially when the leaves are changing. Along the way are fun stops at dairies, picnic areas, museums, and maple-syrup producers. Beware the winter, though, as the trail leads through the Tug Hill Plateau before ending at Ogdensburg. The plateau gets foot upon foot of snow in the winter. –Tip: Bring along a map of the area, as there are many side roads, leading to a sometimes-confusing trek.

    New York, USA
  • 8. French Festival

    The largest festival in the North Country celebrates Cape Vincent's French heritage over a weekend in early July. The fun includes a parade; French music,...

    The largest festival in the North Country celebrates Cape Vincent's French heritage over a weekend in early July. The fun includes a parade; French music, dress, bread and pastry; fireworks; band performances; and children's programs.

    Cape Vincent, New York, 13648, USA
    315-654--2481
  • 9. Hudson River White Water Derby

    In early May, this two-day event draws canoeing, kayaking, and camping enthusiasts to the North Creek area for slalom and downriver races....

    In early May, this two-day event draws canoeing, kayaking, and camping enthusiasts to the North Creek area for slalom and downriver races.

    North Creek, New York, 12853, USA
    518-251--0829
  • 10. Lake George Elvis Festival

    In late May, Elvis's spirit wafts through the North Country. Nobody will fault you if you think that, not only is Elvis living, he's become...

    In late May, Elvis's spirit wafts through the North Country. Nobody will fault you if you think that, not only is Elvis living, he's become legion. During the five-day fest, multitudes of Elvis impersonators and admirers converge from miles around to compete in contests, admire Elvis-type classic cars and pore over memorabilia. The events stretch for days and reach into local pubs, restaurants, parks, and onto the festival grounds.

    105 Court St., Lake George, New York, 12853, USA
    888-406--5885

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    Rate Includes: $60
  • 11. Lake George Jazz Weekend

    Jazz groups from all over the state converge at the Shepard Park bandstand for an end-of-summer bash, usually in mid-September, after Labor Day....

    Jazz groups from all over the state converge at the Shepard Park bandstand for an end-of-summer bash, usually in mid-September, after Labor Day.

    Lake George, New York, 12845, USA
    518-668--2616
  • 12. Lake George Winter Carnival

    Cold-weather activities, such as polar-bear swims, ice sculpting and fishing, snowmobile and dog-pull races, and snowmobile drags are scheduled for weekends from late January through...

    Cold-weather activities, such as polar-bear swims, ice sculpting and fishing, snowmobile and dog-pull races, and snowmobile drags are scheduled for weekends from late January through early February. The carnival also includes a chili cook-off and fireworks.

    Lake George, New York, 12845, USA
    518-240--0809
  • 13. Lake Placid Center for the Arts

    The Lake Placid Center for the Arts, the largest arts center in the region, shows classic films and hosts theater, dance, and music performances. Gallery...

    The Lake Placid Center for the Arts, the largest arts center in the region, shows classic films and hosts theater, dance, and music performances. Gallery space is used to show works by local artists and changing exhibits.

    17 Algonquin Dr., Lake Placid, New York, 12946, USA
    518-523--2512
  • 14. Lake Placid Horse Shows

    Hunter and jumper competitions are part of the back-to-back Lake Placid and I Love New York horse shows, which start at the end of June...

    Hunter and jumper competitions are part of the back-to-back Lake Placid and I Love New York horse shows, which start at the end of June and run to early July. Participants include members of the U.S. equestrian team.

    5514 Cascade Rd., Lake Placid, New York, 12946, USA
    518-523--9625

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    Rate Includes: $2
  • 15. Pendragon Theatre

    The Pendragon Theatre, a year-round professional company, performs classical and new works. Special events include mystery dinner-theater shows....

    The Pendragon Theatre, a year-round professional company, performs classical and new works. Special events include mystery dinner-theater shows.

    15 Brandy Brook Ave., Saranac Lake, New York, 12983, USA
    518-891--1854
  • 16. Rustic Furniture Fair

    Nearly 100 antiques dealers from throughout the United States and Canada participate in this annual fair, which spotlights rustic furniture and decorative arts. A jury...

    Nearly 100 antiques dealers from throughout the United States and Canada participate in this annual fair, which spotlights rustic furniture and decorative arts. A jury selects the 50 or so rustic-furniture makers showing here; styles include contemporary and traditional pieces. The annual two-day fair is held in early September on the grounds of the Adirondack Museum.

    9097 State Rte. 30, Blue Mountain Lake, New York, 12812, USA
    518-352--7311

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    Rate Includes: $20
  • 17. Saranac Lake Winter Carnival

    The annual festival, held for 10 days starting in early February, is the oldest winter carnival in the country. It includes a lighted ice palace,...

    The annual festival, held for 10 days starting in early February, is the oldest winter carnival in the country. It includes a lighted ice palace, fireworks, and a costume parade. Inner-tube and ski races, hockey tournaments, and snowshoe-softball games are among the sporting events. The whole town gets into the action, so there are concerts, dinners, and dances at Hotel Saranac; breakfasts at the Masonic temple; and shows at the Pendragon Theatre.

    Saranac Lake, New York, USA
    518-891--1990
  • 18. Woodsmen Field Days

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    Skills and crafts related to the lumber industry are demonstrated during this colorful two-day event held in early July at Tupper Lake Municipal Park. Draft...

    Skills and crafts related to the lumber industry are demonstrated during this colorful two-day event held in early July at Tupper Lake Municipal Park. Draft horses pull logs, chain-saw artists sculpt, and modern-day lumberjacks demonstrate chopping and ax throwing.

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    518-359–9444

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