Searching for a creative way to celebrate mom this Mother’s Day? Look no further than a mini getaway to the Lake George Area. One of the most important people in your life is undoubtedly mom, and those mother-daughter bonds are indispensable – experience memorable moments together while wine tasting, shopping, or enjoying a delicious brunch on a glorious spring morning. Whether you fill your weekend with these relaxing activities or pick just one for a fun outing, treat your mom to a mini getaway well spent in the beautiful southern Adirondacks.
Relaxing Spa Retreats
Massages, mani-pedis, and more! There is an endless list of luxury spas in the Lake George Area for mothers and daughters to be pampered at. Make an appointment for this upcoming Mother’s Day weekend:
Awaken your senses within The Spa & Salon at The Sagamore Resort. Experience ultimate relaxation during deep-cleansing facials, detoxifying and moisturizing body wraps, tension-reducing massages and acupressure, exfoliation treatments, and more.
Or, if booking a room for a long weekend getaway, also keep in mind that several area hotels include hot tubs, saunas, spa & salon services under their on-site amenities, such as The Crown Salon at The Queensbury Hotel.
Wine Tastings & Charcuterie
Cheers to mom with a glass (or two) of Adirondack Winery wine! Cheers to mom with a glass (or two) of Adirondack Winery wine! Adirondack Winery's Queensbury Tasting Room always celebrates with Mother's Day Brunch, where Mom will be treated to a mimosa flight, winery brunch board, & more!
Information on cost and registration for these events can be found by clicking here. Check out the Mother's Day celebrations at Adirondack Winery's Lake George Tasting Room as well!
Nettle Meadow Charcuterie Board, Photo Credit: Kacey O'Brien
Taste test Nettle Meadow’s artisan cheeses at the historic Hitching Post Tavern. Enjoy charcuterie boards or small dishes in which focus is placed on the award-winning cheeses or skip brunch and go straight into a cheese tasting to sample a wide variety they make in-house. Afterwards, head straight over to the retail shop and purchase your favorites to bring home. Nettle Meadow cheese makes the perfect Mother’s Day gift!
Pack Your Own Picnic
Glens Falls City Park, Photo Credit: Kacey O'Brien
Sometimes mom just needs a breath of fresh air. The possibilities and opportunities for crafting your own unique picnic are endless with all the public parks, nature preserves, and hiking trails throughout the region. Load up a basket with fresh ingredients and her favorite snacks for a make-your-own charcuterie experience to enjoy alongside gorgeous Adirondack scenery.
Shop ‘til You Drop
Lake George Factory Outlets, Photo Credit: Kacey O'Brien
Mother knows best! Ask for mom’s opinion as you browse our shopping mall, factory outlets, gift shops, and more. Stroll down Main Street to peruse locally owned boutiques or hop in the car and head to the Aviation Mall or Lake George Factory Outlets for name brand clothing and shoes. Scour antique stores for treasured collectibles or artisan’s display rooms for hand-crafted Adirondack furniture. Make a one-stop shop at The Shirt Factory. Let mom pick out her own bouquet of flowers or gorgeous blossoming plants for her front porch at one of our garden centers. A little retail therapy can go a long way, you can easily spend the whole weekend searching for the best deals while shopping with mom in the Lake George Area. Add more places to your shopping excursion by clicking here.
Art Galleries & Museum Tours
Spend a quiet moment with mom appreciating the fine art, culture, and incredible history of the Lake George Area.
LARAC's Gift Shop, Photo Credit: Kacey O'Brien
Visit The Hyde Collection to admire the collections and current exhibitions that feature pieces from the likes of Pablo Picasso and Rembrandt, among other renowned artists. Or, stop in at the Lake George Arts Project and LARAC galleries that showcase works from regional and national up-and coming-artists.
Mother-daughter duos that double as history buffs will thoroughly enjoy stepping back in time at the Fort William Henry Museum or the Chapman Museum. Our small towns also have their own local history museums that can be found by clicking here.
A Night on the Town
It’s girls’ night! There’s no shortage of nightlife and entertainment options in the Lake George Area. If mom needs a good laugh, grab tickets for some hilarious stand-up brought to by highly-acclaimed comedians at the Park Theater. There is also the Charles R. Wood Theater, home to a variety of plays and musicals put on by the talented performers of the Glens Falls Community Theatre. And, the Tannery Pond Center offers a more intimate setting for concerts and performances.
Grab a bucket of buttery popcorn and recline back at Regal Theater, or park for a double-feature at the Glen Drive-In and enjoy the fully-stocked snack bar during intermission. If you and mom bond on the couch over heartwarming rom-coms or suspenseful true crime thrillers, spend the evening watching the latest releases on the big screen instead!
Thursday Night Blues Jam at the Lawrence Street Tavern, Photo Credit: Kacey O'Brien
If you're heading out on a Thursday night, the fun is in full swing at the Lawrence Street Tavern. Here, musicians of all skill levels get an opportunity to show off their talents, and every Blues Jam Thursday’s is jumping with a lively audience and the sweet sounds of the blues. With drinks in hand, you and mom can dance like no one is watching to a wide-range of covers from classic hits to more recent tracks.
For a schedule of featured comedy shows, productions and live music, in the Lake George Area (including those at the venues listed above) visit our events calendar by clicking here.
Lavish Overnight Stays
The Rockwell Falls Inn in Lake Luzerne, Photo Credit: Kacey O'Brien
Book a suite for two at a lavish resort or hotel with amenities included. Sip wine in an Adirondack cabin near a crackling wood fire. Wake up to waves lapping the shore outside your waterfront cottage. Get some R&R at a quaint B&B. Throughout the Lake George Area you’re sure to find the most immaculate rooms for reasonable prices that mom will approve of. Soak in the Adirondack views from first-class accommodations at the heart of our small towns or off backcountry roads. Just like old times, giggle and gossip during a sleepover with mom.
Girlfriends Getaway
Join other mothers and daughters for a weekend retreat at The Sagamore Resort. Dive into a wide variety of new topics and activities through empowering classes, exercise groups, motivational speakers, live entertainment, and more, concluding with a cruise around Lake George aboard The Morgan. After the day’s planned activities, retire to your luxurious room at the resort or explore the shops and restaurants of Bolton Landing. Girlfriends Getaway is a great opportunity to meet other like-minded women and expand your horizons. Learn and grow with mom right by your side, like she always has been. Information on cost and registration for this event can be found by clicking here.
Mother’s Day Brunches
Brunch and bubbly. Bottomless mimosas and all-you-can-eat breakfast foods. Here is a list we compiled of eateries in the Lake George Area offering a Mother’s Day brunch:
*Stay tuned as we add more to this list as Mother’s Day approaches!
Brunch at The Bond in Warrensburg, Photo Credit: Kacey O'Brien
Mother's Day Coupons
From moms climb free at Adirondack Extreme to 20% off a horseback ride at Circle B Ranch, check out the Special Offers page on our website to find more deals and free experiences for moms who like to save some money when going on vacation!
*Originally published on April 30, 2023.