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 with sales on handmade gifts and merchandise from local vendors at The Shirt Factory Holiday Open House - stay tuned for dates!
Stop by Adirondack Winery’s Lake George and Queensbury locations, or shop online at adkwinery.com, for annual Black Friday Weekend-only deals on holiday gifts as well!
Photo Credit: Kacey O'Brien
LARAC (Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council) is holding their annual Winter Arts Festival at The Queensbury Hotel on Sunday, Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Check off your gift-giving list at this juried fine arts and craft show featuring artisans of pottery, jewelry, woodworking, photography, and more.
Meanwhile, LARAC will also be hosting their Holiday Shop, opening Nov. 14 through Dec. 24 at their LARAC Lapham Gallery.
And, explore the Adirondack Holiday Festival held at Glens Falls City Park from Dec. 5 through Dec. 7. Adirondack Christkindlmarkt and Hometown Holidays are rolling into one reimagined and family-focused, European-style Christmas festival featuring local vendors.
While in the area, shop these other small businesses:
- Fountain Square Outfitters
- Minky Mink
- Rude Betty…and more!
After you’ve finished shopping, grab a bite to eat at:
- Park 26 or Fenimore’s at The Queensbury Hotel
- Downtown Social
- Davidson Brothers Brewpub
- Mikado
- Mean Max Brew Works…and more!
Bolton Landing
Several more communities throughout the Lake George Area have shops celebrating Small Business Saturday with huge deals! Enjoy boutique shopping, antiquing, dining, cocktailing, and more in a town where most business are locally-owned, such as:
- I Wear Local
- Serendipity Boutique
- Lake Shore Provisions
- Trees Adirondack Gifts & Books
- Indian Tepee Gift Shop
- Lakeview Trading Co…and more!
After you’ve finished shopping, grab a bite to eat at:
- The Barrel
- Bolton Landing Brewing Company
- The Gem…and more!
Lake George
Despite the winter chill, several businesses along Canada Street remain open throughout the season for some productive holiday shopping and successful gift giving.
Photo Credit: Kacey O'Brien
Lake George Olive Oil Co. (with a location in downtown Glens Falls as well) always holds several sales and specials to kick off the holiday shopping season.
Or, give the gift of family-friendly entertainment, Events to a T has a "buy 2 get 1 free" deal on tickets to the Together at Christmas Holiday Princess Show at the Holiday Inn Resort Lake George. This offer is only available for the 4:15 p.m. program on December 6. General admission tickets are regularly priced at $25. Don't miss out on seeing beloved princesses - the Snow Sisters, Snow White, & Sleeping Beauty - bring holiday magic to life in person! Tap here to purchase tickets.
While in the area, shop these other small businesses:
- The Dog Cabin
- Love is on Lake George
- Molly Malone’s Irish Gifts…and more!
After you’ve finished shopping, grab a bite to eat at:
- Adirondack Pub & Brewery
- The Lagoon
- Charlie’s Bar & Kitchen
- TR’s Restaurant
- Caffe Vero
- Lake George Baking Company…and more!
North Creek
The small business shopping continues in North Creek! Hit the slopes, then hit these shops to check off wishlists for friends & family!
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Barkeater Chocolates will be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Small Business Saturday and will also have some sweet deals online. Shoppers have the option to choose ‘Factory Store Pickup’ to pick up their order in-person at the store.
While in the area, shop these other small businesses:
- Adirondack All Season Outfitters
- Cunningham’s Ski Barn
- Hudson River Trading Co.
- The Foothills…and more!
After you’ve finished shopping, grab a bite to eat at:
- Hey Days 267
- Izzy’s Market & Deli
- Café Sarah…and more!
Warrensburg
Many shops in Warrensburg are celebrating Small Business Saturday as well! Experience the holiday magic at Christmas in Warrensburgh – an old-fashioned Adirondack celebration of Christmas, including an Indoor Holiday Market & Artisan Fair. Farmers and artisans will be set up to demonstrate and sell their locally made products on Dec. 6 and Dec. 7.
While in the area, shop these other small businesses:
- Oscar’s Smokehouse
- Rebecca’s Florist & Country Store
- Riverside Gallery…and more!
After you’ve finished shopping, grab a bite to eat at:
Lake Luzerne
Drop by Lake Luzerne to give gifts that keep on giving - handcrafted wares and artisan foods!
While in the area, shop these small businesses:
After you’ve finished shopping, grab a bite to eat at:
- Nettle Meadow’s Hitching Post Tavern and Cheese Shop – do some holiday shopping here too!
- The Long Horn Restaurant and Pub
Adirondack, Brant Lake, Chestertown, and Pottersville
Businesses in these small Adirondack towns also offer deals on Small Business Saturday!
Photo Credit: Kacey O'Brien
- The Crossroads
- Mountain Hardware
- Panther Mountain Traders
- Country Girls Crafts & Quilts…and more!
After you’ve finished shopping, grab a bite to eat at:
- Main Street Ice Cream Parlor – do some holiday shopping here too!
- Cafe Adirondack Restaurant & Wine Room
- The Place
- Black Bear Restaurant…and more!
*Originally published on November 13, 2023.