Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out these top nine events happening throughout the Adirondacks!
1. U.S. National Fly Fishing Championships
Wednesday, June 1 – Saturday, June 4
Lake Placid and other Adirondack locations
The best anglers from around the nation need your help. To get a first hand look at the action, you can volunteer to help at the U.S. National Fly Fishing Championships in the Adirondacks.
2. Rhubarb Festival at the Warrensburg Riverfront Farmers’ Market
Friday, June 3
Warrensburg
The 5th annual Rhubarb Festival at the Warrensburg Riverfront Farmers’ Market will feature contests, recipes, samplings, and local produce for sale.
Friday, June 3 & Saturday, June 4
Old Forge
On your way to Americade, take part in Thunder In Old Forge, the hamlet’s biker weekend! There will be live music, tastings, a BBQ, and more on Friday and Saturday.
4. Wilmington Whiteface Bike Fest
Friday, June 3 – Sunday, June 5
Wilmington
The Wilmington Whiteface Bike Fest is three days of nonstop action and family fun. Enjoy the live music, bike competitions, and festival entertainment at Wilmington and Whiteface Mountain.
5. Warrensburg Bike Rally 2016
Friday, June 3 – Sunday, June 12
Warrensburg
Attention bikers! For its 16th year, the Warrensburg Bike Rally has moved to the Warren County Fairgrounds. Attendees can check out all the activities, motorcycle products, and services.
6. 14th Annual Great Adirondack Birding Celebration
Friday, June 3 – Sunday, June 5
Paul Smiths
The longest running boreal birding festival returns for its 14th year at Paul Smith’s College VIC. This year’s events are filling up, so be sure to call ahead and check on event availability!
Saturday, June 4
Long Lake
On Saturday morning in Long Lake, kids can compete for prizes in a fishing derby at Jennings Park Pond.
8. Hearts for the Arts Gala 2016 for the Adirondack Folk School
Saturday, June 4
Lake George
Hosted by the Adirondack Folk School, the 7th annual Hearts for the Arts Gala Dinner and Auction will include music, dinner, and a silent auction of local Adirondack crafts and wares.
9. Caroga Lake Black Fly Festival
Saturday, June 4 & Sunday, June 5
Caroga Lake
Spend the day at Caroga Lake’s Black Fly Festival. Local vendors will be selling arts and crafts, food, and other products.