You’ll have plenty of events to choose from when it comes to family fun with Dad and the kids this weekend: four different festivals, a Father’s Day fishing derby, a 5K in one of our local parks, and more.
Hudson Valley Volunteer Firemen’s Association Convention
through June 16
This annual celebration returns to the West Glens Falls Volunteer Fire Company in Queensbury for a carnival, entertainment, trade show, awards ceremony, training and seminars, and fireworks.
June 16 & 17
Head to Greenwich this weekend for the 31st annual Whipple City Festival, which consists of a parade, 5K and 10K, and a ton of food and other vendors.
Glens Falls Hospital Aloha 5K & 1-Mile Fun Walk
June 17
This 5K and fun walk takes place at Haviland Cove Park and benefits Glens Falls Hospital’s Amanda’s House. Dress up in your best Hawaiian-themed clothing!
June 17
The Chapman Museum is bringing back their annual Cemetery Tour that takes place closer to Halloween, but you don’t have to wait until fall to get in on the fun. Check out this preview tour happening on Saturday!
Community Pig Roast & Hard Cider Fest
June 17
The third annual Community Pig Roast & Hard Cider Fest is at Hicks Orchard & Slyboro Cider House in Granville. If Dad can’t get enough barbecue fare, this is where to bring him this weekend!
Lake George Spring Restaurant Week
through June 17
If you’re going out to dinner Friday or Saturday why not get in on Lake George Restaurant Week, where participants are serving up three-course meals for just $35.
through June 17
Seek out treasures and excellent deals for a great cause at SAIL’s annual garage sale. There will also be breakfast and lunch food items for sale, a bake sale, and music provided by Froggy 100.3 WFFG.
June 17 & 18
This massive festival is in its 52nd year! Join LARAC and around 130 vendors in Glens Falls City Park this weekend for shopping, food, and live music.
Lake George Garlic & Pepper Festival
June 17 & 18
The Charles R. Wood Park in Lake George will welcome a variety of garlic vendors and other food vendors selling anything from hot sauces to baked goods.
Father’s Day Derby on Lake Champlain
June 17 – 19
Have an angler dad in your family? Sign up for this week’s fishing derby taking place in Whitehall. A family registration option is available.
