Major Lake George Events & Top Things to Do in the Spring
Editor’s Note (December 2024): The information below reflects details from 2024. We’ll provide updates as soon as new details are announced. Be sure to check back for the latest information!
Whether you're looking to explore the outdoors or find fun activities and events going on, the Lake George region has a surprising amount to offer during the spring season.
Top Lake George Spring Events You Can't Miss
Thurman Maple Days & Maple Weekends
Thurman Maple Days: March 9 & 10, March 16 & 17, March 23 & 24, 2024
Maple Weekends: March 16 & 17, March 23 & 24, 2024
New York State Maple Weekends & Thurman Maple Days happen on weekends throughout March and consist of sugarhouse tours and demonstrations, maple products and samplings, and wagon rides and more fun for kids.
The Great Upstate Boat Show
March 22 - 24, 2024
The Great Upstate Boat Show is the largest boat sales event between New York City and Montreal, and it takes place at Adirondack Sports Complex in Queensbury.
Glens Falls Wing Fest
April 27, 2024
The Glens Falls Wing Fest is for all the chicken wing lovers out there! Sample and vote on your favorites.
Memorial Meltdown
May 25 & 26, 2024
Memorial Meltdown is a massive music festival that takes place over two days in Charles R. Wood Park.
Americade & the Warrensburg Bike Rally
Americade: May 29 - June 1, 2024
Warrensburg Bike Rally: May 28 - June 4, 2024
Americade is the largest multi-brand motorcycle touring rally on the planet, and it happens right here in Lake George, along with the Warrensburg Bike Rally.
ESTRA Tow Show
June 7 - 9, 2024
This year marks the 40th annual ESTRA Tow Show in Lake George, which is for everyone who loves trucks, including kids.
Must-Try Lake George Springtime Activities
Whitewater Rafting
Come springtime when the snow has melted the rapids are raging for whitewater rafting in the Hudson and Sacandaga Rivers.
Treetop Adventure Courses
Experience Lake George from high up in the trees at one of the region's treetop adventure courses, which typically open in April.
Parasailing
Parasailing is one of the most popular lake activities in Lake George, and this unique activity opens up in May.
Early Season Hiking
We recommend Prospect Mountain for spring hiking, which is less busy before the highway opens up on Memorial Day Weekend, or Shelving Rock, because the waterfall will likely be flowing.
Self-Guided Historical Walking Tour
Springtime is a great time to embark on Lake George's self-guided historical walking tour that takes you through Battlefield State Park and other points in the Village.
Patio Dining
As soon as those first warm days spread their sunshine upon us you'll want to get in on patio dining - especially by the lake!
Fishing
The freshwater fishing season opens on April 1, and we have an entire Fishing Guide to get you started with info on regulations, places to go, chartered guides, and more.
Golfing & Mini Golf
Break out the golf clubs as soon as the weather cooperates, because we have amazing golf courses in the region, plus a wide variety of mini golf spots.
Farmers Markets
Get in on the season's bounty as farmers markets start setting up for the season around the area.