Various events & activities in the greater Lake George Region of Upstate New York recur on a daily, weekly or monthly basis. The 2013 Lake George Area ongoing events & activities are listed for you below. Please read through them… you will be pleasantly surprised as to the number of activities for kids and adults alike! Most of these events/activities occur during the peak season (late spring, summer and/or fall seasons); the time of year of which they take place is indicated for each entry. Click on their links for complete information.
Adirondack Museum Kids Activities:
- the following take place at the Adirondack Museum, Blue Mountain Lake. (518) 352-7311. adkmuseum.org (Open May 24 – October 14, 2013)
• Feed the Fish – learn more about trout species and fish stocking while feeding the fish (Daily at 12:30PM )
• Furry Fridays – bring along your dog to the museum (First Friday of Every Month June 7 – October 4, 2013)
• Little Log Cabin & Tot Lot – toddlers and pre-schoolers can romp and play on a wooden rocker, scamper up and down a rustic bridge in the schoolyard (Daily 10AM-5PM)
• Old Fashioned Wash Day – kids can wash cloths the old-fashioned way by filling washtubs, pounding & scrubbing clothes using old-fashioned tools (Daily 10AM-5PM)
• The Reising Schoolhouse – visit a one-room schoolhouse to play with old fashioned toys and make special craft projects (Daily 10AM-5PM)
• Victorian Lean To and Platform Tent - explore and enjoy a lean-to in 19th century fashion, a platform tent with sitting porch & writing desk, and also look through flip-books with historic photographs (Daily 10AM-5PM).
Adirondack Theatre Festival
Summer theatre offering 5 weeks of first class productions (late June thru late July). Professional artists from NYC and across the country perform new and contemporary plays and musicals. Performances:”Heartbreaker: Two Months with Judy Garland” (June 26-July 6, 2013) – Songwriter John Meyer shares the true story of how he falls in love with Judy Garland, featuring some of Garland’s most memorable songs. “Filming O’Keeffe” (July 11-20, 2013); “2nd Act Cabaret” starring David Finch (July 18-20, 2013); “Avenue Q” (July 25 – August 5, 2013); “Faraway Nearest One” (Aug. 9-10, 2013)/ All shows are at The Charles R. Wood Theater, Downtown Glens Falls. (518) 798-7479. atfestival.org
Adventure Village & Disc Golf: Hiking, Biking, Inflatables & More
In addition to scenic gondola rides, guided & self-guided hiking excursions, and downhill mountain biking at Gore, try some other new adventures including: the climbing wall, bungee trampoline & toddler’s inflatable at their Adventure Village, or the 9 Hole (Par 35) Disc Golf Course/ Gore Mountain, North Creek. (518) 251-2411. goremountain.com (Spring, Summer & Fall)
Baby, Toddler, Preschool Time
“Baby Lap Time” – infants under 14 months (with parent or guardian) can share interactive songs, rhumbas, and board books 2:30-2:50PM Wednesdays and 11-11:20AM Saturdays (thru June 2013). “Toddler Story Time” – kids 18 months to under 3 years will enjoy simple stories, songs, and puppets 9:30-9:50AM Tuesdays & Wednesdays (thru June 2013). “Pre-School Storytime” – kids ages 3- 5 years old will enjoy songs, fingerplays, puppets, and stories 10:15-10:45AM Tuesdays & Wednesdays (thru June 2013). Crandall Public Library, Glens Falls (518) 792-6508. crandalllibrary.org
Baseball
The Glens Falls Golden Eagles Baseball Club play various regional teams (June thru August). East Field Stadium, Dix Ave., Glens Falls. Game schedule: glensfallsgoldeneagles.com
Big Apple Circus
The circus will be coming to Lake George for two weeks this summer (July 13-28, 2013). “Big Apple Circus” is an original one-ring circus that will entertain young and old with their amazing world-class acts all under an air conditioned Big Top tent. All shows will take place at the Charles R. Wood Park on Westbrook Road in Lake George Village. For more info on schedule & tickets: either click here, call 888-541-3750, or visit their official website at: www.BigAppleCircus.org
Chess Club
Bring your chess set and play, or learn how to play (free lessons available); all ages welcome/ Saturdays 9AM-1PM all year-round. Town of Chester Library, Chestertown. (518) 494-5384. chesterlibrary.org
Cooking Classes at Gore Mountain
Enjoy an afternoon cooking class with Chef Mark Anthony to create something new each week; classes include group & one-on-one instructions, aprons & side towels, take home recipe booklet, and a scenic gondola ride to follow/ Saturdays 12:30-2:45PM in August (please check back – not confirmed yet). Gore Mountain, North Creek. (518) 251-2411. goremountain.com
Corn Maze Adventures
Enjoy great family fun at Fort Ticonderoga’s Heroic Corn Maze. Choose from the full maze or the mini maze, and solve the 6 acre puzzle in the corn by testing your knowledge of Fort Ti History/ Daily 10AM-5PM (August 15, 2013 – September 2, 2013) and Saturdays & Sundays 10AM-5PM (September 7 – October 20, 2013) + Columbus Day Monday. Also enjoy the “Flashlight Nights” (last 2 weekends in October during Halloween Season). Fort Ticonderoga, Ticonderoga. (518) 585-2821. fort-ticonderoga.org
Cruise Nights in North Creek:
Show off your classic car, sports car, or hot rod; music, raffle, trophies, food and drink/ Thursdays 5:30-8:30PM (June 21 – September 13, 2013 with Final Cruise & Car Show on Saturday, September 22, 2013). Main Street, North Creek. gorechamber.com
Film & Video Series
Enjoy a new film every week/ Tuesdays at 6:30-8:30PM (thru June 25, 2013). Crandall Public Library, Glens Falls. (518) 792-6508. crandalllibrary.org
Fireworks in Lake George
Enjoy a spectacular display of fireworks over Lake George (on July 4th + every Thursday at 9:30PM (July 11 – August 22, 2013). View from Shepard Park (Canada Street) and Beach Road, Lake George Village. 668-5771, 668-5755. lakegeorgevillage.com lakegeorgechamber.com
French and Indian War Society Lecture Series
The public is invited to attend various summer history lectures, sponsored by the French & Indian War Society, a group of area historians, archaeologists and history enthusiasts/ 7PM in August only. Fort William Henry Conference Center, Canada Street. (518) 964-6626. frenchandindianwarsociety.org
Fright Fest
Treat your family to terrific terrifying fun. By day, kids will enjoy the Fright Fest Costume Contest, thrill on rides, and the trick-or treat trail. By night, have a frightful time at the haunted playground with roaming ghouls, Skull Manor Haunted House and much more/ Saturdays & Sundays (October only). Six Flags Great Escape. (518) 792-3500. sixflags.com/greatescape
Gondola Rides, Hiking Excursions & Downhill Mountain Biking at Gore
Enjoy scenic gondola skyrides to observe incredible views of the High Peaks & Southern Adirondacks where you can also hike, picnic and take photographs of stunning landscapes; partake in a self-guided 30 minute “eco-loop” hike, or a guided hike with an experienced mountain host who takes you on a long excursion through multiple peaks of the Gore Mountain Range; or try downhill mountain biking on challenging terrain. Gore Mountain, North Creek. (518) 251-2411. goremountain.com (May 25 – October 13, 2013)
Hands-on Horticulture
King’s Garden program to learn about fragrant lavender and easy iris division; discover how to dry garden flowers for arrangements/ 1:30-3:30PM Mondays (July & August). Fort Ticonderoga, Ticonderoga. (518) 585-2821. fortticonderoga.org
Herb Harvesting Demonstrations
Visitors can touch, smell, taste and help in the harvest; discuss the plants in the herb garden, their uses, and how to harvest different types/ 10:30AM Fridays (July – September). Fort Ticonderoga, Ticonderoga. (518) 585-2821. fortticonderoga.org
If These Platforms Could Talk: Historic Discussions
Each week, a new speaker will discuss a topic significant to the North Creek and Adirondack Region/ Select Saturdays in June & select Thursdays in July & August (June 16, 30, July 12, 26, Aug. 9, 23, 2013). North Creek Depot Museum, North Creek. (518) 251-5842. northcreekdepotmuseum.com
Lake George Dinner Theatre
“Moonlight and Magnolias” – enjoy lunch or dinner while watching this comedy show based on life events of legendary Producer David O. Selznick & his “Gone With the Wind” production/ Luncheon Shows: 11:15AM seating, & 1PM show on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and select Saturdays. Dinner Shows: Wednesdays thru Saturdays (6:30PM seating, 8PM Show); “Moonlight and Magnolias” runs July 11 to Oct. 12, 2013. Lake George Dinner Theatre at the Holiday Inn Resort, Lake George. (518) 668-5762, ext. 411. lakegeorgedinnertheatre.com
Let’s Dance: Lessons, Instructions and Dancing
Come and learn a new dance step from different dance instructors from around the area – for beginners and experienced dancers/ Two dances almost every month. USA Dance Inc., Adirondack Chapter at Temple Beth-El, Glens Falls. (518) 761-4174. usadanceadk.com
Luzerne Music Festival & Concert Series
Many concert series at this summer classical music camp/ Luzerne Music Center, Lake Luzerne. (518) 696-2771. luzernemusic.org
- “Luzerne Chamber Music Festival” – a world-class performing arts series celebrating over 30 years of presenting artists of national and international renown on (most) Mondays at 7:30PM (except 1st concert is Sun., June 30, 2013)
- “Faculty Artist Music Series” on Fridays at 7:30PM
- “Student Solo Showcase” on Saturdays at 7:30PM
- “Student Piano Prelude & Large Ensemble Concerts” on Sundays 1-3PM
Mining, Caveman Wall, and Dino Dig
Kids and adults can explore the following: the pitch black Gold Rush Mine to find treasures including iron pyrite & polished gems; the Crystal Quest Mine to discover actual crystals buried in the sand; Gemstone Mining where you can find actual gemstones, fossils and arrowheads; the Caveman & Cavekid Challenge Bouldering Wall where adults & kids can try out their climbing skills; and the Dino Dig to uncover buried dinosaur bone casts that were made from actual dig sites/ Daily (May 18 – October 7, 2013). Snowshoe Tours Fri. – Sun. (mid Dec. – March). Natural Stone Bridge & Caves, Pottersville. (518) 494-2283. stonebridgeandcaves.com
Outdoor Screen Cinemas
Bring your blanket or chair & celebrate the art of film at these free outdoor film screenings throughout the summer/ Starts at dusk. Every Friday night (July & August). City Park, Downtown Glens Falls. artinthepubliceye.com
Painted Pony Championship Rodeo
Professional rodeo: Saddle Bronc, Bare Back, Calf & Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, Barrel Racing, & Bull Riding, Texas Style BBQ every rodeo night/ BBQ (6-8PM) and Rodeo (8PM) Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays (July thru Labor Day Weekend). Painted Pony Rodeo, Lake Luzerne. (518) 696-2421. paintedponyrodeo.com
Photography Workshop Classes
Take a variety of photography workshops and classes for all abilities with award-winning outdoor photographer, Carl Heilman. Choose from Nature Photography Workshops, Adirondack Photography Tours, Photoshop for Photographers Workshops and attend various public events and AV programs on photography (throughout the year). For more information and a full schedule, visit www.carlheilman.com
Power Skating & Hockey Camps
Specialized power skating & hockey programs; beginner, group and private lessons available with skating & hockey specialists Lisa & Rod Simmons (available throughout the year). Lake George Forum, Route 9, Lake George. (518) 668-2200. lakegeorgeforum.net
Public Skating
Indoor skating open to the public; skate rentals available. Call or check website for dates & times (available on select dates during the year). Lake George Forum, Route 9, Lake George. (518) 668-2200. lakegeorgeforum.net
Round the Lake Challenge
Become a Lake George Land Conservancy’s “Round the Laker,” by completing at least 20 out of the 30 variety of challenges throughout Lake George’s watershed (designed by LGLC) including: hiking on trails of Tongue Mountain, Sleeping Beauty, and other parks & preserves; canoeing or kayaking Jabe Pond & Northeast Bay; exploring exhibits at Up Yonda Farm, visiting museums & historical roadside markers, and more (June 3 – August 21, 2013). Lake George Land Conservancy, Bolton Landing. (518) 644-9673. lglc.org
Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) Classes
Take a stand up paddle boarding class on Lake George with experienced guide, Michelle Pollock; focus on your balance & core/ Thursdays 6-7PM (July & August). Lake George Kayak Co.’s Boathouse, Bolton Landing. (518) 644-9366. lakegeorgekayak.com
Story Hour and Sing-A-Long
Fun with Wendy Joy/ Fridays at 11AM (all year-round). Town of Chester Library, Chestertown. (518) 494-5384. chesterlibrary.org
SUP – Yoga
A melding of stand up paddling and yoga in one flowing 90 minute class taught by Patty Pensel (owner & certified paddle board instructor), and Toby Gifford (certified yoga instructor, exercise physiologist and yoga therapist ); class size limited/ 8AM start (arrive at 7:45M) on Tuesdays (July & August). Patty’s Water Sports Boutique, 21 Cleverdale Road, Cleverdale on Lake George. (518) 656-9353. pattyswatersports.com
Take a Bite in Downtown Glens Falls
“Snack & Stroll” and enjoy a night out with the family. Affordably priced tapas to-go are available by participating restaurants so you can snack while you stroll the streets of Downtown. Enjoy shopping specialty stores & boutiques (open later), watching street performers, and listening to live bands at Centennial Circle/ Wednesdays 5-7PM (July & August). facebook.com/downtownglensfalls
Up Yonda Farm Activities & Programs
Various environmentally educational activities & nature programs offered for children & families. Learn and experience the wildlife and land of the Adirondacks: hike along the woodland trails with views overlooking Lake George, visit perennial gardens, discover the butterfly garden & natural history exhibits, and more. Programs available all year-round; call or visit online for schedule. Up Yonda Farm Environmental Education Center, Bolton Landing. (518) 644-9767. upyondafarm.com
Yoga, Zumba, Dance & Fitness Classes
A variety of lessons offered for all abilities with yoga, meditation, zumba, belly dance and other fitness instructions (available all year). Some classes require pre-registration. The Lemon Tree Yoga and Healing Arts Studio located in the Shirt Factory, Glens Falls. (518) 301-3291, (518) 301-3293. lemontreeyoga.com shirtfactorygf.com
Waikiki Supper Club
Polynesian Dinner Show/ Island Style Dining Entertainment with vocals, sword dancers, spectacular costumes and audience participation/ Dinner show seating (6PM) & Cocktail Show (7PM) on Saturdays (Spring Season), and on select nights (Summer & Fall seasons). The Tiki Resort, Lake George. (518) 668-5744. tikiresort.com
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