What to do this Summer in Upstate New York!

Ever find yourself laying in bed on Monday morning regretting what you didn't do over the weekend? Us too! While weekends are a great time to recharge and plan for the upcoming week, they are also opportunities to get out and explore your area and everything it has to offer! :)

We've put together a list of some of the most exciting events that you won't want to miss this summer. So get out your planner's and lets go go go!! 

1. Yoga on the Mountain

When: starts Saturday June 29th (10-11 am)
Where: Whiteface Mountain
What: A gondola ride to the top of Whiteface paired with a 1 hour yoga class, a great way to start the morning!
Price: $28 per person

More information: https://www.whiteface.com/activities/yoga-mountain

2. Tupper Lake Tinman Triathalon

When: Saturday June 29th, 8 am
Where: Tuper Lake Municipal Park, Demars Boulevard Tupper Lake, NY 12986
What: Multiple triathlon lengths
Price: dependent on race registration

More information: https://www.adirondack.net/event/tinman-triathlon-74608/

3. Saratoga Race Track Opening Day

When: Thursday July 11th, 9 am
Where: Saratoga Race Course, 267 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs NY 12866
What: A day at the Races!
Price: ranges from $7-$25

More information: https://www.saratoga.com/race-track/faq/


4. Little Falls Cheese Festival

When: Saturday July 13th 10 am-5 pm
Where: Main Street Little Falls, NY 13365
What: music, craft brews, ChEeSe! What more could you ask for??
Price: FREE!

More information: https://www.adirondack.net/event/little-falls-cheese-festival-193298/


5. Taste of Buffalo

When: Saturday July 13th and Sunday July 14th
Where: Delaware Ave and Chippewa St, Buffalo, NY 14202
What: A celebration of Buffalo's many different types of foods! Live music and drinks are also available along with the good company! :) Make sure to snag some wings while you're at it.
Price: Free entry, food is between $1-$5!

More information: https://www.tasteofbuffalo.com/news/article/featured/2019/06/14/100130/taste-of-buffalo-presented-by-tops-to-showcase-regions-diverse-range-of-food-july-13-14


6. IRONMAN Lake Placid

When: Friday July 28th
Where: Lake Placid, NY
What: A BIG TRIATHLON- 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride and a marathon (26.2 miles)!
Price: expensive! (up to $1000)

More information: http://www.ironman.com/triathlon/events/americas/ironman/lake-placid.aspx#/axzz5rjEyjuWs


7. Jazz at the Lake

When: Wednesday August 14th and Thursday August 15th
Where: Shepard Park, Lake George
What: Listen to local jazz artists and bring a picnic with your family and friends!!
Price: FREE!

More information: https://visitadirondacks.com/events/jazz-the-lake-lake-george-jazz-weekend-0 


8. Cobble Creek Farm's 2nd Annual Open House

When: Sunday August 16th 1-4 pm
Where: THE FARM (407 Hardscrabble Road, Olmstedville, New York)
What: A potluck, Farm Tour and a Garden Talk
Price: FREE!


9. 2019 Washington County Fair

When: Monday, August 19th to Sunday August 25th
Where: Washington County Fairgrounds392 Old Schuylerville Road GreenwichNY 12834
What: Artisanal goods and foods, amusement rides, livestock contests etc.
Price: $12 adult entry fee and kiddos under 13 years old are FREE

More information: https://www.glensfalls.com/event/washington-county-fair-48539/


10. Hike an Adirondack 46'er High Peak!

When: Mid-week in August is the best time, but you can go anytime until the middle of November!
Where: Adirondack Park, NY
What: Hike some of the highest peaks in upstate New York (the 4000 footers)! Catch some views and embrace the fresh air and sunshine.
Price: Freeeee


Try something new this summer and embrace the regions specialties and sense of community! Happy summer everyone :)


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