NEW! ADK Talks Podcast
Conversations with people who help make the Adirondacks special and unique.
We are incredibly excited to announce the launch of our podcast, ADK Talks.
ADK Talks brings the stories behind the people, places, and things to do in New York State’s Adirondack Park. With 6 million acres, the Adirondacks are the ultimate playground. We take you beyond the guidebooks and into the heart of one of America's most breathtaking regions.
As we do on this website, our podcast covers the best of the Adirondacks, uncovering hidden gems and sharing our hand-picked recommendations for great places to stay, eat, shop and things to do in the Adirondack Park.
But this isn't just about places. It's about the people who make the Adirondacks so special and unique. In each episode, we talk to people from all walks of life—restauranteurs, farmers, innkeepers, historians, artists, local leaders, writers, hikers, and more.
You’ll hear real stories about what they do, their passions, and how they found their way here. And they'll share their insider tips on the best things to see and do in the Adirondacks – insights you won't find anywhere else.
The podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music. So subscribe now to ADK Talks to get real stories from real people, sharing the real Adirondacks. And listen to our episodes, rate and review them!
Recent news and updates from the Adirondacks.
With a simple change, we can help eradicate the leading cause of death for adult Adirondack loons.
The 2024 Battle of the Cones celebrates the Adirondacks’ iconic ice cream stands, a fixture of summer memories for decades.
New! ADK Talks podcast featuring the people and places that make the Adirondacks so special.
Crown Point’s War Cannon Spirits to Hold a Traditional Burns Night, including a famous Burns Supper, live Scottish music and more.
Just in time for Halloween, we’ll see the full Hunter’s Moon rising over the Adirondacks this weekend.
The Adirondacks are bursting with brilliant fall foliage. Find out the best places to see the leaves at the peak color this weekend.
It’s a terrific weekend to visit the Adirondacks. This is our guide to the best things to do in the ADK right now.
Looking for ideas of things to do this weekend? Check out our picks: from the OG Captain Kirk in Ticonderoga, an historic Regatta on Lake Champlain, arts in Saranac Lake, top notch theater in Westport, and horse shows in Lake Placid, there is plenty of great stuff to do.
Looking to pre-game for Independence Day? Fill your dance card with these activities this weekend in the Adirondacks.
Summer is here, and things are just starting to heat up in the Adirondacks. Get our take on what’s fresh and fun this week.
Looking for fun events in the ADK this weekend? Check out ADK Taste’s weekend round-up to find out what’s happening near you or journey out to find a new ADK adventure.
Looking for fun events in the ADK this weekend? Check out ADK Taste’s weekend round-up to find out what’s happening near you or journey out to find a new ADK adventure.
Tupper Lake hosts it’s annual Tinman Triathlon on Saturday, June 24. This is the events 41st year and it’s just as strong as ever, attracting hundreds of competitors each year.
Looking for some ideas of things to do this weekend in the ADK? Check out ADK Taste’s weekend round-up and find events near you or get inspired to explore a new area.
The weekend is approaching. Need some ideas to occupy your time? Check out ADK Taste’s weekend round-up of cool activities.
The weekend is approaching. Need some ideas to occupy your time? Check out ADK Taste’s weekend round-up of cool activities.
Indian Lake’s Annual Winter festival is back! Snocade is a weeklong extravaganza of winter-time activities. From snowmobile events, snowshoeing, ice carving, craft workshops, book and bake sales, Kitty Kat snowmobile races, horse-drawn wagon rides, a murder mystery event, great food and plenty of other good times, this beloved family event is an ADK favorite.
Looking to get in some cardio before the Thanksgiving stuffing, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, candied yams, parker house rolls, apple/pumpkin/pecan pie? Just do it at an ADK Turkey Trot.
Discover even more in the Adirondacks with ADK Taste.
Upcoming events in the Adirondacks.
William Shatner will visit the Star Trek Original Series Set Tour the weekend of November 15-17, 2024.
North Country Arts presents a concert at The Hyde Collection featuring original music about climate change and its impact on the Adirondacks.
Visit and shop from local artisans at the 4th annual Wilmington Holiday Craft Show near Whiteface Mountain and Lake Placid.
Enjoy a guided walk on gentle terrain and discover how engaging your senses in nature can lead to relaxation and mindfulness.
Local artisans and crafters showcase their unique handmade gifts, decorations, and holiday treats in Newcomb.
Don’t miss Warren Miller’s 75th wintersports masterpiece at the Charles R. Wood Theater in Glens Falls, NY.
North Country Community College holds its Annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair, featuring works by the Adirondacks’ best artisans.
The 2024 Canadian Pacific Holiday Train stops in the Adirondacks along Lake Champlain on Tuesday, November 26.
Join a month-long virtual competition and an epic in-person race on Thanksgiving Day in Saranac Lake.
Pre-game Thanksgiving dinner and help fight hunger at the Glens Falls Gobble Wobble 5K and family-fun race.
Join the 11th annual fun run celebrating the life of Erin Farkas Dewyea and supporting Tupper Lake youth.
Adirondack Health in Lake Placid sponsors the 15th Annual 5K Turkey Trot Walk/Run on Thanksgiving Day.
Shop local and enjoy live music, crafts, and more at this annual tradition in the Central Adirondacks.
The Herb Brooks Arena at the Olympic Center hosts the second annual Adirondack Winter Invitational Thanksgiving Weekend.
Catch the holiday spirit at this performance of one of the most beloved and classic ballets.
Lake George Village is lit by over 7,000 lights to celebrate the holidays in the Adirondacks.
Visit BlueSeed Studios to see an imaginative and creative display of Christmas Trees adorned by local artists and craftspeople.
Catch the holiday spirit at this performance of one of the most beloved and classic ballets in Plattsburgh in December.
Kick off the holiday season on Saturday, December 7, with the Saranac Lake Holiday Village stroll, which supports local businesses.
Don’t miss Warren Miller’s 75th wintersports masterpiece in North Creek near Gore Mountain.
Saturday Night Live alum brings his comedy tour to the Conference Center in Lake Placid on December 13.
Skip the spa, unplug, and forest bathe in the Adirondacks. Experience a guided nature sensory walk near Lake Placid.
Save the date! Saranac Lake’s Winter Carnival takes place from January 31 to February 9, 2025.