2023 Lake George Festivals and Special Events Calendar

Friday, Jan. 20 & Saturday, Jan. 21, 4-8 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 27 & Saturday, Jan. 28, 4-8 p.m.
Funky Ice Fest

Adirondack Pub & Brewery turns the ice bar concept into a festival of ice sculptures including ice games and musical instruments carved from ice. The festival features the brewery’s craft beers, cocktails made from locally produced spirits and food specials. This is a family-friendly event. There is no charge for entry.

Feb. 6 through March, depending on the weather

Ice Castles
Charles R. Wood Park Festival Commons
19 West Brook Road
Lake George, NY 12885
Tickets

Thousands of icicles, hand-sculpted and arranged by a team of artists, form a glittering, LED-lit display of caverns, tunnels, slides, fountains and towers reaching 20-25 feet high. The Lake George Ice Castles is one of just five installations in the country. Tickets sell out quickly for this event. Visit the Ice Castles website for more information.

Every Saturday and Sunday in February
Lake George Winter Carnival
Headquarters in Shepard Park

The 2023 Lake George Winter Carnival opens February 4 with Opening Ceremonies in Shepard Park at noon. The Carnival’s signature event, the outhouse races will follow in Battlefield Park on Beach Road. Opening Day parade steps off at 4 p.m.

The Lake George Winter Carnival includes races (on the ice if the Lake is frozen), cook-offs, children’s activities, bonfires, fireworks, dog talent shows, polar plunges and much more. New this year, the Winter Carnival is hosting several Paint & Sips. Visit the Lake George Winter Carnival Facebook Page for updated schedules.

11-12, 18-19, and 25-26, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. each day
Thurman Maple Days

Each spring, Thurman sugar houses open their doors to visitors the last three weekends of March. Learn about sap collection and maple syrup production. Sample maple goods and shop for farm products and artisan wares. Visit the Thurman website for a map, directory and more information.

May 27-28
Twiddle & Friends Memorial Meltdown
Charles R. Wood Festival Commons
17 West Brook Road/Elizabeth Little Blvd.
Lake George, NY 12885

The summer festival season kicks off Memorial Day Weekend with the return of this popular music Festival featuring Twiddle and other regional bands. Visit the Adirondack Independence Music Festival website for tickets.

Memorial Day Weekend- Honoring the men and women who have died serving our country
Saturday, May 27, the American Legion Post 374 Memorial Day Parade steps off at 11:30 a.m. from West Brook Road and travels along Beach Road and Canada Street to Shepard Park. The parade will be followed by a Memorial Day service in the park.

Monday, May 29, The Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance will be holding a Memorial Day Remembrance Service at the Grave of the Unknown Soldiers in Battlefield Park. The ceremony begins at 10:30 a.m. The Battlefield Park Visitor Center will be open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

May 31- June 3
Americade Motorcycle Rally
Americade has grown to be the largest multi-brand touring motorcycle rally in the world. The week features demos, vendors, clinics, shows and guided tours through the Adirondacks. Visit the Americade website for more information and registration.

May 31 – June 1
Model Car Festival
Shepard Park, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

Model cars, planes, boats, motorcycles, supplies, model-building materials, new kits, food, vendors, judged competitions. Free entry.

June 3
Woods Walk and Artisan Market
Time: 10am to 4pm
Where: Martin’s Lumber
280 Valley Rd. Thurman (Warrensburg) NY 12885
518-623-9595

Scheduled Wood Walks along with a gallery of artists will be offered throughout the day. Separate walks on mushrooms, plants and the forest continue while the artisans offer a variety demonstrations and hands-on activities.

June 9-11
E.S.T.R.A. Tow Truck Show
Charles R. Wood Festival Commons
17 West Brook Road/Elizabeth Little Blvd.
Lake George, NY 12885

The Empire State Towing & Recovery Association, Inc. is holding its 38^th Annual Tow Show in Charles R. Wood Park. Visit the ESTRA website for more information.

June 10, 11 a.m.- 10 p.m., June 11, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Country Living Festival
Shepard Park
Shop for everything country – locally produced jams and baked goods, natural fiber clothing, leather goods and more. Free entry

June 22-25
LG Volunteer Fire Department Summer Festival
Shepard Park
Arts & crafts vendors, food trucks, bounce houses and games of chance fill Shepard Park for this annual festival. Admission is free.

Summer Festival hours:
Friday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

June 24 – 25
Adirondack Wine & Food Festival
Charles R. Wood Festival Commons
17 West Brook Road/Elizabeth Little Blvd.
Lake George, NY 12885

Thousands of visitors from around the Northeast and Canada come to Lake George for the Wine & Food Festival. Admission includes a wine glass to sample wines, craft beers, spirits and ciders from dozens of local producers. Enjoy free samples of artisan foods. The festival includes cooking demonstrations, activities for children and food trucks. Visit the Adirondack Wine & Food Festival website for a list of vendors and tickets.

July 8-9
Strand Theatre Summer Slam
Charles R. Wood Park Festival Commons
17 West Brook Road
Lake George
3-11 p.m.

This is a free music and arts festival; all donations benefit the Strand Theatre.

There will be food and cash bars plus vendors onsite. Live music all afternoon and night.

July 12-14
Flying with Kelly’s Angels Fundraiser
Summer Lovin’ Fest
Shepard Park
6-10 p.m.

This three-day music festival is a fundraiser for Kelly’s Angels, a not-for-profit that provides grants to New York Capital Region children who have lost a parent or sibling to cancer or other illnesses.

July 15
Lake George Community Band Festival
Shepard Park

Community bands from across the Northeast and Canada perform in Shepard Park during this festival hosted by the Lake George Community Band. This is the largest band festival of its kind in the Northeast. Admission is free. Check back for a schedule of bands performing.

July 22-23
Lake George Fun Festival
Shepard Park
All Day

Crafts, music and children’s activities. Free admission.

July 29-30
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Charles R. Wood Park Festival Commons
Friday & Saturday – 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday – 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

100+ artists and artisans will set up on the Festival Commons the last weekend in July. The Festival includes live music, food and beverages, children’s activities. Visit the Lake George Art and Craft Festival website for a list of vendors and tickets.

August 3-5
Rockin’ with Ronald Music Festival
Shepard Park

Live music in Shepard Park all weekend to raise funds for Ronald McDonald House Charities’ Krantz Cottage. Food and Beverages, children’s activities. The Thursday, August 3 music will be followed by fireworks over the lake. Check back for times and talent lineup.

August 6
Shrine Circus
Charles R. Wood Festival Commons
3 p.m.

This kid-orientated circus is the Oriental Shriners biggest fundraiser.

August 6-17
Lake George Music Festival
The Carriage House at Fort William Henry
48 Canada Street

World-class musicians and composers gather in Lake George for this classical music artist retreat. On August 9, the Lake George Arts Project is partnering with the Music Festival to bring award winning electroacoustic ARKAI  to Shepard Park. The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. Free admission. Visit the LGMF website for tickets and performance schedules.

August 11-12
Rock the Lake – 80s Tribute Fest
Charles R. Wood Park Festival Commons
Friday: 3-9:30 p.m., gates open at 2 p.m.
Saturday: 1-9:30 p.m., gates open at noon

Friday’s Lineup

• Broken Clover- (90’s Alt Rock)
• Broken Hearted- (Tom Petty Tribute)
• Monsters Of Rock- (80’s Hair Metal)
  Tommy V Live- (Arena Rock)

Saturday’s Lineup

• The Skynyrd Experience-​ (BY Beating The Odds)
• LED Sabbath- (Led Zeppelin/ Black Sabbath)
• Run Rabbit Run- (Pink Floyd tribute)
• Ultimate Journey Experience- (Journey by Legend)
• KISSTORY- (KISS tribute)
• Back In Black- (AC/DC tribute)

Tickets are available online at E1 Presents.

August 12
Sunset in the Park Festival
Shepard Park
All Day
Crafts, music and children’s activities. Free admission.

August 18-20
Lake George Volunteer Fire Department Family Fest

Shepard Park

Arts and crafts, food and beverages, children’s activities, all in Shepard Park. Free admission.
Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

August 24
Stony Creek Band 50^th Anniversary celebration
Shepard Park
Two bands, one party – The Switch opens at 6:30 p.m. Stony Creek Band takes the stage at 8 p.m.

August 25-26
Lake George Rendezvous Boat Show

The Adirondack Chapter of The Antique and Classic Boat Society brings the Annual Antique and Classic Boat Rendezvous to the Village docks on Beach Road. More than 50 boats on display both in and out of the water. Fly-by parade on the Lake at 3 p.m. Saturday.

August 26-27
Midsummer Nights Festival
Shepard Park
All day into the night

Crafts, music and children’s activities. Free admission.

September 1-3 (Labor Day Weekend)
Adirondack Independence Music Festival
Billed as Lake George’s biggest party of the year with reason. This three-day festival celebrates the end of summer with non-stop music from premier touring bands. The festival is held on the Festival Commons in Wood Park. Follow the AIM Festival Facebook page for lineup announcements and ticket information.

September 7-10
Adirondack Nationals Car Show
Brought to Lake George each year by Albany Rods & Kustoms, the Adirondack Nationals Car Show features 1,500+ lovingly restored vintage autos, muscle cars and other pre-1972 vehicles. The car show is held on the grounds of the Fort William Henry Hotel and the Festival Commons in Wood Park. A highlight of the show is the Friday and Saturday night Car Crusin’ when owners of registered vehicles drive a continuous loop through Lake George Village to a cheering crowd. Visit the Adirondack Nationals website for more information.

September 16 -17
Garlic & Pepper Festival
At the Festival Commons in Wood Park
Saturday: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Free admission

This garlic and pepper themed festival will offer products for sale such as jams, hot sauces, baked goods, garlic art, and crafts that have garlic and pepper in their design.

September 16-18
Lake George Arts Project Jazz at the Lake
A celebration of jazz in the up-close setting of the Shepard Park Amphitheatre. The critically acclaimed festival is now in its 40^th year. Free admission. Visit the Lake George Arts Project website for more information and schedule of performances.

September 23-24
Kris Kringle Christmas Festival
Charles R. Wood Park Festival Commons
Saturday: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Christmas themed arts & craft fair, toys, collectables and artisan foods. Santa in September photos for kids. The Christmas Festival will feature outlet deals for bargain shoppers. Admission is free.

October 6-8 (Columbus Day Weekend)
Lake George Village Oktoberfest
Three days of polka bands, Bavarian food, rides and games, merchandise vendors and a beer garden all under a giant tent on Canada Street in front of Shepard Park. Free admission.

October 28
3rd Annual Fall Fest – Craft and Vendor Fair
The Barn at French Mountain
5 Mill Road (off Bloody Pond Road)
Lake George, N.Y.
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Nearly 100 vendors will fill the barn, saloon and yard at The Barn at French Mountain. The Fall Fest features arts and crafts, woodcraft, textiles, handmade soaps and lotions, artisan foods and food trucks. This is a child-friendly event. Admission and parking are free. Visit the Fall Fest Facebook page for a list of confirmed vendors (under “details,” select “see more” for the vendor list.)

November 25
Lite Up The Village
Shepard Park and Lake George Firehouse
Music begins 4:30 p.m. Lighting, parade, fireworks at 6 p.m. The Village of Lake George ushers in the holiday season with a holiday sing-along, a lighted fire truck parade, fireworks, and the lighting of thousands of colorful holiday lights in Shepard Park and Blais Park. The festivities begin in Shepard Park and move to the Lake George Firehouse on Ottawa Street for visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus and a concert of holiday music by the Lake George Community Band.