Our Top Picks for Memorial Day Weekend in the Adirondacks

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May 22

Many people consider Memorial Day Weekend the official first weekend of the summer season in the Adirondacks. In addition to all the great activities to be found year-round in the ADK, there will be a bevy of special events and activities this weekend.

Our recommendations for the top events across the Adirondacks.

Every region of the Adirondacks has entertaining and exciting activities planned this weekend. Here are some of our favorites.

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