Adirondacks Boating Events The Adirondacks is a “lakes region,” with thousands of lakes as well as 1,500 miles of river. Consequently, there are numerous Adirondacks boating events. If you enjoy boating, we suggest that you plan your Adirondacks vacation so as to attend one of these major events. For links to registration information, see the "Events" directory at the website of the Adirondack Regionial Tourism Council at www.adk.com. Also see our Adirondacks Canoeing page for a list of canoe and kayak events.
Lake George Boat Show . Hundreds of new and used boats and boating equipment for sale. Late May in Lake George, NY. Adirondack Museum No-Octane Regatta Weekend . Wooden boat races, workshops for children, and family activities. Mid June at Blue Mountain Lake, NY. Micro-Brews Cruise . A cruise on Lake George that includes a visit to the Sagamore Hotel micro-brewery for beer tasting. Mid June at Lake George, NY. Annual Mayor's Cup Festival & Regatta . A week of nightly musical and sailing events in downtown Plattsburgh and on Lake Champlain. Includes special childrens' activities. Early July at Plattsburgh, NY. Ogdensburg Regatta . Hydroplane races on the St. Lawrence river. Early July at Ogdensburg, NY. Annual Willard Hanmer Guide Boat & Canoe Race . "Family Fun" boat races and barbecue picnic, including 5 categories of boats. Early July at Saranac Lake, NY. Antique & Classic Boat Show . A parade of dozens of antique and classic boats. Mid August at Lake Pleasant, NY. Lumberjack Regatta . Unique "thistle class" sailboats racing along Big Tupper Lake. Late August at Tupper Lake, NY. Lake George Antique Boat Museum Show . An annual event featuring antique boats and automobiles. Early September at Bolton Landing, NY. Boating Expo . A fall boat show with hundreds of boats for sale, plus boating accessories, water sports equipment, and boating safety courses. Early September at Lake George, NY |
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