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Our Top Picks for Things to Do This Weekend in the Adirondacks

By Erin Nudi

Looking for holiday celebrations, annual festivals, family-friendly activities, and more Adirondack events this weekend? There is always something fun going on in the region, from Lake Placid to Inlet, Old Forge, and Lake George. Learn about the best things to do this weekend in the Adirondacks below.

aerial view of bikers next to a river
Ride for the River
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Known as the most spectacular ride in the Adirondacks, Ride for the River has been supporting the conservation work of the Ausable Freshwater Center since 2011.
Lake Everest Beach, 36 Bowman Ln Wilmington, NY 12997
people running in a race
Henderson Harbor Triathlon
The Henderson Harbor Spring Triathlon is a USAT event that includes an aqua bike and bike run.
Henderson Harbor Boat Launch, 8165 County Route 178 Henderson Harbor, NY 13651
people at a food truck
49th Annual Mayor's Cup Regatta
Kick off Mayor's Cup weekend with this Saturday morning race!
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Freedom Boat Club at Sacandaga Open House Promo
Open House at Freedom Boat Club at Reets Boatworks & Marina
Discover a carefree boating life on the beautiful Great Sacandaga Lake. Join Freedom Boat Club at Reets Boatworks & Marina for a summer Open House with free food, boat tours, and premium fleet views!
Freedom Boat Club at Reets Boatworks & Marina, 275 Lakeside Drive Mayfield, NY 12117
barkeaster chocolates
Barkeater Chocolates 18th Anniversary: Customer Appreciation Day
Barkeater Chocolates is celebrating 18 years!
Barkeater Chocolates, 3235 NY-28 North Creek, NY 12853
food stands
Chestertown Summerfest
Celebrate SummerFest & America's 250th Anniversary!
Chester Town Hall, 6307 Route 9 Chestertown, NY 12817
Gem Radio Theater production
Life, Liberty & the Pursuit of Happiness
Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness is a most ambitious stage performance project based on actual archival writings of and about historical Colonial Americans who were forces leading to our Dec...
Tannery Pond Center, 228 Main Street, PO Box 54 North Creek, NY 12853
woman in hat poses in front water
About the Author: Erin Nudi Erin is an avid reader, yogi, jogger, and hiker living in Queensbury. When she's not perusing books at Northshire, Owl Pen Books, or Beldame Books, you can find her at a local event or park with her family.
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