The Insider Guide

From places to see and things to do, our blogs can assist you in planning your next getaway or help you learn more about the Lake George Area! Look to The Insider Guide for suggested itineraries, firsthand experiences, and much more! 

Author
Jaynie Ellis

Local Holiday Shopping in the Lake George Area

The holiday season is in full swing! In celebration of the most wonderful time of the year, Lake George Area businesses are slashing prices and offering can’t-miss deals on Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday! Downtown Glens Falls Shop small in downtown Glens Falls beginning…

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It’s Winter Carnival Season!

Another Winter – Another Carnival... Winter is a time of rest and relaxation, peace and quiet. Beachfronts are still and covered with snow. Traffic thins out during the week, and crowds in local bars and restaurants are cozy and familiar. As the chill takes a seemingly permanent hold, and February…

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Festivals for Foodies - Winter

Attention Foodies: You need to add these festivals to your bucket list! The Lake George Area has an abundance of food festivals taking place throughout the year in which restaurants exhibit their variety of cuisines, while chefs show off their culinary talents and innovative recipes. Sample and shop…

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10 Unique Experiences in the Lake George Area

The Lake George Area offers unlimited activities within the boundary of our southern Adirondack Mountains. From the tallest treetops to whitecapped waves, you’ll find adventure almost anywhere. We’ve compiled 10 unique experiences you can have right here in our region anytime between the late spring…

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Lake George Area Leaf Peeping Guide

*Updated August 22, 2024. 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…

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Labor Day Weekend Celebrations

*Updated: Aug. 5, 2024 Celebrate the unofficial last days of summer with entertainment all weekend long in the Lake George Area, leading up to Labor Day on Monday, September 2nd. Kick back and take in some summer melodies at a free concert, browse an art & craft festival, grab a bite to eat from…

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Un-FORE-getable Lake George Area Golf Courses

The Lake George Area is home to eight professionally manicured golf courses and resorts that are a putt above the rest. Nestled in beautiful Adirondack settings, towering pines throw shade onto green fairways where casual golfers can take some swings during a leisurely outing. Even the most…

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Festivals for Foodies - Fall

*Updated August 22, 2024. Attention Foodies: You need to add these festivals to your bucket list! The Lake George Area has an abundance of food festivals taking place throughout the year in which restaurants exhibit their variety of cuisines, while chefs show off their culinary talents and…

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"Soul Food" Thursdays

Photos by Kacey O'Brien Here's a way to kick the weekend off early, with a Thursday evening jam-packed with entertainment. Grab something good to eat at the Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral, and then head over to the Lawrence Street Tavern for some drinks and blues tunes played by talented…

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4th of July Festivities

Celebrating Independence Day in the Lake George Area? Here are all the spectacular firework displays, local live music, and other red, white, and blue-themed events to attend during the holiday weekend. Events w/ Fireworks: Music on the Mountain – June 29 Join the fun at West Mountain’s Music on…

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