The eagerly anticipated Adirondack Balloon Festival is happening this weekend! While you’re enjoying hundreds of hot air balloons taking to the sky over the next several days check out a number of other great area events going on in the Glens Falls region.
Festivals for the Whole Family
Thursday, September 21 through Sunday, September 24th
We look forward to it all year every year and this weekend it’s here: the Adirondack Balloon Festival! Hot air balloons are taking to the sky and other events and activities are going on in Glens Falls and Queensbury from Thursday through Sunday. Check out the full schedule and get ready for giant, gorgeous balloons.
Lake George Steamboat Company Family Fun Festival
Saturday, September 23 to Sunday, September 24
Head to the Deuce Moose Grill in Lake George this weekend for a Family Fun Festival with bounce houses, inflatable obstacle courses, face painting, live music, farmers and artisans at a farmers market, and more.
Check Out The Hyde for Free
Smithsonian Museum Day Live! at The Hyde
Saturday, September 23
You can check out The Hyde on Saturday free of charge as part of the Smithsonian Magazine’s 13th annual Museum Day Live! This is an initiative where participating museums across the country take on the spirit of the Smithsonian Institution’s Washington, D.C.-based facilities, which offer free admission every day. Although the event is free, you must download a ticket at Smithsonian.com/museumday.
Cemetery & Ghost Tours
Theatrical Cemetery Tour at Pineview Cemetery
Saturday, September 23
Some historical theater is taking place at the Pineview Cemetery in Queensbury this weekend. Actors will be bringing to life stories relating to the history of Glens Falls and Queensbury. Tickets are $12 for adults, $8 for kids 12 to 18, and children under 12 are free. This is a popular event that often sells out, so consider getting tickets in advance.
Ghost Tours at Fort William Henry
Friday, September 22 and Saturday, September 23
It’s not at a cemetery, but this tour does take place somewhere with a history of ghosts: Fort William Henry. You’ll be able to see equipment used by investigators searching for paranormal activity and hear the stories and experiences that have been handed down for years. Tickets are $18 for adults, $8 for kids 5 to 15, and reservations are required. Tours are happening throughout September and October on Friday and Saturday nights.
See the Symphony & Enjoy a Reception
Glens Falls Symphony: C’est La Vie!
Sunday, September 24
The Glens Falls Symphony is having their opening concert for the 2017 to 2018 season on Sunday at Glens Falls High School. Enjoy French classical music from Claude Debussy, Hector Berlioz, and Georges Bizet.
Glens Falls Symphony Celebrates with Une Bonne Soiree Post-Concert Reception
Sunday, September 24
Keep the fun going after the symphony by heading to Morgan & Co. Restaurant for more music, French wine, and hors d’oeuvres. Tickets to the reception are $40.
Root for Your Team at a Football Game
Glens Falls Greenjackets VS Plattsburgh North Stars
Saturday, September 23
Support local sports this weekend at East Field when the Greenjackets take on the North Stars. Tickets are $8.
Oktoberfest & Halloween Fun
Oktoberfest at The Great Escape
Saturday, September 23 and Sunday, September 24
Oktoberfest continues at The Great Escape with festive foods, German music and dancing, and of course a wide selection of fall beers.
Lake Luzerne Halloween Pugs & Pumpkins Party
Sunday, September 24
All pugs and “imposters” are welcome at the Pugs & Pumpkins Party at Pavilion Park in Lake Luzerne. There will be a contest, music, retail and food vendors, a pumpkin photo booth, and much more.
Food & Golf for Great Causes
Hole in One for Heroes Golf Tournament
Sunday, September 24
The seventh annual Hole in One for Heroes Golf Tournament is this Sunday at Hiland Park Country Club in Queensbury. Tickets are $100 a person ($400 for a four-person team), with proceeds going towards various nonprofit veterans organizations.
Tom Stark & Dan LaRock Jr. Memorial Fundraiser
Saturday, September 23
Enjoy some great food in between the balloon launches for a great cause this weekend – the annual Tom Stark & Dan LaRock Jr. Memorial Fundraiser is happening at Boar’s Nest Bar & Grill in Fort Ann. There will be a barbecue, live music, raffles, a silent auction, a corn hole tournament, a bounce house, games, and a cruise-in car show.
