Looking for something fun to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered! Our roundup has outdoor events, festivals, workshops, and more for you to choose from.
Ride for the River, photo provided
Fairs & Festivals
These six events feature vendors, music, activities for the kids, and lots to see and do!
Durant Days & Boat Parade Weekend – Friday, July 31 – Sunday, August 2
Durant Days in Raquette Lake features a wide variety of activities celebrating William West Durant, the inventor of the Great Camps style of architecture!
6th Annual Bountiful Bowl Festival – Saturday, August 1
This festival at the Adirondack Folk School celebrates the culture and tradition of the region, and includes artisan vendors, craft demonstrations, live music, locally-made food, and more!
Wayne Stock – Saturday, August 1
Enjoy more than 8 hours of live music, live and silent auctions, activities for children, and great food at The North Country Hardship Fund’s largest annual fundraiser!
Plattsburgh Brewfest – Saturday, August 1
This festival celebrates both local and national breweries, cideries, and wineries! It will feature more than 30 vendors and great live music throughout the day.
23rd Annual Ticonderoga Area Car Show – Sunday, August 2
Do you love classic and cool cars? What about live music and vendors? You can find all that and more in Ticonderoga’s Bicentennial Park on Sunday!
Heart of the Park Craft Fair – Sunday, August 2
This annual craft fair with nearly 40 vendors will take place at Mt. Sabattis Pavilion in Long Lake. You can browse through and purchase hand-crafted goods, art, jewelry, clothing, pottery, and more!
Nature & Outdoors
Breathe in the fresh air and experience true beauty at these outdoor events!
Butterfly Hike with Gary Lee – Friday, July 31
Naturalist Gary Lee will lead participants on a short hike to view local butterflies! This trip is appropriate for hikers of all ages.
Race the Train – Saturday, August 1
This annual 8.4 race challenges runners to beat the train from Riparius to the North Creek Depot!
Ride for the River – Sunday, August 2
This community bike ride through the Ausable River watershed is a celebration of the river and vibrant communities within the watershed.
Return to the Wild – Sunday, August 2
This day will celebrate The Wild Center’s new Wild Walk with opportunities to climb trees, stomp through the woods, build shelters, meet a live wolf, and more!
Jane Neale Memorial Hike – Sunday, August 2
Join members of ADK and friends of Jane Neale for this annual fundraiser that will summit St. Regis Mountain. Proceeds will support the Jane Neale Fund to support participation by youth in the annual trails crew week.
DIY Crafts & Workshops
Learn a new skill at these educational events!
Traditional Paddle Making Workshop – Friday, July 31
Make your own traditional cherry paddle in this day-long workshop at the Adirondack Museum. Participants will use hand tools and be led by craftsman Caleb Davis.
Quilt As You Go – Saturday, August 1
Learn two quilt-as-you-go methods to make a large quilt on your home sewing machine more manageable. Your simple blocks will blossom as your quilt comes to life!
Perfect Pictures Every Time with Carl Heilman II – Saturday, August 1
This intermediate/advanced photography workshop at View is designed for those who are already comfortable with camera basics.
Introduction to Woodturning – Sunday, August 1
This course is for people who have an interest in learning how to turn, and the emphasis will be on using the lathe and tools safely and correctly.
Have a great weekend, Happy August, and remember to share photos of your fun with us on Facebook!
