Welcome to the Lake George Area
“The Original Vacation”
The Cherry On Top Of Any Vacation Festivals, Fireworks & Free Events
There’s no such thing as a boring stay in the Lake George Area. Festivals, fireworks, free events – there’s always an event to attend and celebrate. An amazing event can be the cherry on top of any vacation. Which one will you drop in on?
Upcoming Events
Glen Street, 1880s
- Chapman Museum
- Sep 10, 2024 - Dec 1, 2024
Indigenous Gifts: Traditions, Today & Tomorrow
- Tannery Pond Center
- Sep 10, 2024 - Sep 14, 2024
Lake George Region Restaurant Week
- Sep 10, 2024 - Sep 14, 2024
Show VI: Flirting with Eternity
- Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Center (LARAC)
- Sep 10, 2024 - Sep 18, 2024
Stitched in Time: 1850-1950 Quilts
- Chapman Museum
- Sep 10, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025
This is the lake life you’ve been dreaming of
The Lake George Area is a water-lovers oasis. With numerous lakes and hundreds of miles streams and rivers, it’s no surprise that getting…
Restaurants
Sampling your way through the restaurants of the Lake George Area is an appetizing way to spend a vacation.
Places To Stay
In the Lake George Area, there’s always a property that will exceed your expectations.
Recreation
Natural beauty sets the stage for a Lake George Area vacation. Fun and recreation are always mere minutes away.
Lake George Leaf Peeping Guide
Following the heat of summer, crisp autumn air settles in and turns the lush, green foliage to a vibrant blend of yellows, oranges, and reds. With the natural beauty of its mountains and lakes, leaf peepers flock to the Lake George Area - one of the best regions in North America to take in the fall…
51st Adirondack Balloon Festival
Dozens of hot air balloons soar above the Adirondack Mountains during the annual Adirondack Balloon Festival, September 19-22.
The Insider Guide
Outdoors
Best Fall Foliage Hikes in the Lake George Area
- 2 min read
*Originally Written by Eric Pfau - Sep. 11, 2018 **Edited by Kyle Frenette - Sep. 6, 2024 Dedicate your autumn weekends to exploring…
The 12 Best Towns for Fall Foliage
- 6 min read
*Edited by Kyle Frenette - Sep. 4, 2024 **Photos by Kacey O'Brien The Adirondack Park has always been a premier autumn…
Pickleball Pandemonium: 'Serving' up Fun in the Lake George Area
- 6 min read
*Featured Photo by Kacey O'Brien With hundreds of people in the area already regulars at nearby courts, pickleball is a trending…
Family Fun
A Fall Weekend Full of Fun in the Lake George Area
- 7 min read
*Originally Written by Eric Pfau - Sep. 19, 2017 *Edited by Kyle Frenette - Aug. 27, 2024 *Featured Photo by Kacey O'Brien The…
Roaring Thunder: Enjoying Adirondack Thunder Hockey in the Lake George Area
- 8 min read
*Featured Photo by Kacey O'Brien The captivating stadium lights shining down below, the chilly, yet energetic atmosphere…
Pickleball Pandemonium: 'Serving' up Fun in the Lake George Area
- 6 min read
*Featured Photo by Kacey O'Brien With hundreds of people in the area already regulars at nearby courts, pickleball is a trending…
Culture
Creating the Perfect Date Night in the Lake George Area
- 6 min read
There’s a reason why love always seems to be in the air in the Lake George Area. With an embracing atmosphere packed with…
Local Holiday Shopping in the Lake George Area
- 7 min read
The holiday season is in full swing! In celebration of the most wonderful time of the year, Lake George Area businesses are slashing…
"Soul Food" Thursdays
- 5 min read
Photos by Kacey O'Brien Here's a way to kick the weekend off early, with a Thursday evening jam-packed with entertainment…