Are you counting down the days until the beginning of fall? Although peak fall foliage is still a few weeks away, a ton of festivals, shows, and more are kicking off this weekend! Take a trip to the ADK for some end-of-summer and early fall fun.
Go Antiquing in the Adirondacks
Antiques Show and Sale – Saturday, September 15
How would you like to search for hidden treasures and Adirondack artworks? The Adirondack Experience in Blue Mountain Lake will be hosting their Antiques Show and Sale this Saturday. Historical fine art, rare books, sporting goods, furniture, and more will be on display. Entrance to the show is included with general museum admission.
The Adirondack Mountains Antiques Show – Wednesday, September 12 – Sunday, September 16
If you’re looking for even more antiques this weekend, then add the Adirondack Mountains Antiques Show in Indian Lake to your to-do list! You’ll find everything from rustic and camp furniture to hunting and fishing antiques, boats, antlers, and taxidermy.
Have Fun With History
Teddy Roosevelt (TR) Weekend in Newcomb – Friday, September 14 – Sunday, September 16
Teddy Roosevelt had a unique connection to the Adirondacks, and that history will be explored during the annual TR Weekend in Newcomb. From Friday through Sunday, the community will come alive with fun events and activities, such as exhibits, shows, a craft fair, demonstrations, reenactors, and more.
Rum Runners’ Weekend in Chestertown – Friday, September 14 & Saturday, September 15
Plan a trip to Chestertown this weekend and prepare to travel back in time to the Roaring ’20s! Flappers, gangsters, jazz music, classic cars, and more will make this event one you don’t want to miss.
Enjoy an Early Fall Festival
Inlet’s Fall Festival – Saturday, September 15 & Sunday, September 16
Fall festivals are underway in the Adirondacks, and this weekend, Inlet will be hosting their 25th annual celebration. Stop by Fern Park in Inlet and enjoy browsing a wide variety of vendors, participating in activities, checking out the raffles, and more. Admission is free.
41st Annual St. Augustine’s Applefest – Saturday, September 15 & Sunday, September 16
Join St. Augustine’s Church in Peru for their 41st Annual Applefest this weekend! Admission is free, and some of this year’s highlights will include games and prizes, rides, food, a dunking booth, and more.
Warrensburg Riverfront Farmers Market: Apple Festival – Friday, September 14
Love apples? Head over to the Warrensburg Riverfront Farmers Market on Friday afternoon for the annual Apple Festival! All kinds of apples and apple products will be available for purchase.
Adirondack Harvest Festival – Saturday, September 15
Celebrate the Champlain Valley region’s harvest at the 3rd Annual Adirondack Harvest Festival on Saturday afternoon! Hosted at the Essex County Fairgrounds in Westport, this free festival will feature a large farmers market, antique tractors, local breweries, live music, and more.
Jazz at the Lake: Lake George Jazz Weekend 2018 – Saturday, September 15 & Sunday, September 16
Listen to some smooth jazz music along the shores of Lake George this weekend during the annual Jazz at the Lake! On Saturday and Sunday, there will be free jazz concerts at Lake George’s Shepard Park featuring a wide range of talented musicians.
Get Outdoors and Support a Great Cause
14th Annual Paddle for the Cure – Saturday, September 15
Looking to get outdoors and support a great cause? Sign up for the 14th Annual Paddle for the Cure at Mountainman Outdoors Supply Company in Old Forge. Funds raised will benefit breast cancer research.