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Unique Competition on Black Ice Blends Skating with Fine and Decorative Art

Event Will Include Brushes to Blades of Steel Pop-up Museum Free to Public

Lake Placid, N.Y. (October 4, 2024) – The New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) announces that the World Figure and Fancy Skating Championships will return October 9 through 13, 2024, for the second consecutive year to the Olympic Center in Lake Placid. The event will include a Brushes to Blades of Steel pop-up museum. All skating competitions and art exhibits are open to the public with complimentary admission.

Warrensburg, NY – Get ready to bargain hunt! The world-renowned World’s Largest Garage Sale is returning to Warrensburg on October 4th, 5th, and 6th, 2024. This iconic event, a cornerstone of the community for over four decades, is renowned for its massive scale, unique finds, and significant economic impact on the Adirondack region.

Ticonderoga, NY (Sept. 3, 2024) - The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) is pleased to announce the 3^rd Annual Ticonderoga Area Restaurant Weeks will take place September 14^th – 28^th, 2024. During these designated weeks, the TACC is encouraging residents and visitors alike to show their support to the array of wonderful restaurants and eateries throughout the Ticonderoga Area.

Offering 2000-acres of breathtaking landscape, Fort Ticonderoga is the perfect fall destination!

Ticonderoga, N.Y. -- From the shores of Lake Champlain to the heights of Mount Defiance, Fort Ticonderoga offers family-friendly activities this fall that capture the essence of the season. Ticonderoga’s epic history and signature stories are highlighted through innovative story telling on a grand scale, historic trades, daily soldiers’ life programs, enriching guided tours, thrilling weapons demos, boat cruises, endless outdoor activities, captivating special events including the September 14-15 Brown’s Raid Battle Reenactment, and premium exclusive experiences.

World-Class Recreational Trail in Heart of the Adirondacks Now Open from Lake Placid to Floodwood Road, Final Section of Rail Trail Remains Closed for Construction

Winning Bidder for Phase Three Construction Announced

Drone Footage of New Trail Portion Available Here  

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of construction and the ahead-of-schedule opening of the second phase of the Adirondack Rail Trail from Saranac Lake to Floodwood Road. In addition, New York State recently awarded the contract for rail trail construction from Floodwood Road to Tupper Lake and work will begin immediately on the final phase of the 34-mile, multi-use recreational corridor for outdoor adventurers between Tupper Lake and Lake Placid.

Moriah, NY (August 21, 2024) – The Town of Moriah M3usicfest is set to return on Saturday, September 7^th, 2024 as an end of summer celebration, featuring five bands, food trucks, and vendors. This free festival will take place from 2:00 – 8:00 PM at the Witherbee Park Bandstand located at 28 Park Place in Port Henry, NY.

Osceola, N.Y. – Adger Williams will make his debut performance at the North American Fiddlers Hall of Fame (HOF) and Museum on Sunday, September 1.  Adger’s performance at the Museum, 1121 Comins Road in Osceola, will be presented in the Fiddlers’ Pavilion from 2:00-5:00 PM.

World Championships and World Cups in Three Different Sports on 2024-25 Schedule

Builds on Governor's Commitment to Supporting New York's $123 Billion Tourism Industry

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) 2024-2025 events calendar featuring World Cup events in three different sports and the International Bobsled & Skeleton Federation (IBSF) World Championships set for March 2025. The announcement follows the conclusion of the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games and Team USA’s success, earning an impressive total of 126 medals, including 40 gold.