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2025 Top Spring Events in the Adirondacks: Biking, Birding & More

Editor’s Note (December 2024): The information below reflects details from 2024. We’ll provide updates as soon as new details are announced. Be sure to check back for the latest information!

The Adirondack Park area comes to life in the springtime, as outdoor recreationists get ready to enjoy paddling, biking, fishing, birding, hiking, and much more. If you're visiting at this time of year, check out the top spring events in the Adirondacks below to better plan your trip!

Hadley Maple in April Festival

maple sugar house, french toast, and car show

April 27, 2024

March may be all about maple, but the sweet festivities continue in April thanks to the Hadley Maple in April Festival.

This year marks the 23rd for the annual event, that involves live maple demonstrations, activities for kids, horse-drawn wagon rides, and more, including the Lil' Sugar Dust Off Car, Truck, and Tractor Show.

Adirondack Paddlefest in Old Forge

people at an outdoor kayak show

May 17 - 19, 2024

Calling all kayakers, canoers, and paddlers - the Adirondack Paddlefest in Old Forge features the latest in paddleboats and gear, and you can have an opportunity to test out the boats yourself and ask the sellers questions.

Great Adirondack Garage Sale - From Cranberry Lake to Speculator

garage sale sign

May 24 - 26, 2024

The Great Adirondack Garage Sale encompasses over 200 miles of garage sales from Cranberry Lake to Speculator. Take a scenic spring drive as you shop for vintage antiques, kitchen items, jewelry, toys, clothes, and more goods.

Memorial Day Weekend at Fort Ticonderoga

soldiers at fort ticonderoga

May 25 & 26, 2024

Memorial Day Weekend is a great time to visit Fort Ticonderoga! They'll be presenting living history programs and demonstrations throughout the weekend, along with narrated scenic boat tours aboard the Carillon.

Americade in Lake George

americade motorcycles in lake george

May 29 - June 1, 2024

Americade is the largest multi-brand motorcycle touring rally that takes place in the southern portion of the Adirondack Park in Lake George. The rally includes guided rides, live entertainment, and other special events.

Great Adirondack Birding Celebration at Paul Smith's

bird on tree
Photo credit: Joan Collins

May 31 - June 2, 2024

Spring is the perfect time for birding! The Great Adirondack Birding Celebration at Paul Smith's welcomes birders of all ages and skill levels to check out one of eight distinct birding field trips to local Important Bird Areas (IBAs).

Wilmington Whiteface Mountain Bike Race

two cyclists on a bridge
Photo provided by Adirondack Sports Council

June 2, 2024

The Wilmington Whiteface Mountain Bike Race includes a 100K and 50K mountain bike race. The course features a mix of rugged backcountry roads, smoother tracks, and plenty of climbing.

Adirondack Boreal Birding Festival in Hamilton County

group of birdwatchers
Photo provided by Hamilton County Tourism

June 6 - 9, 2024

The four-day Adirondack Boreal Birding Festival includes birding hikes, walks, outings, seminars, and more throughout Long Lake, Indian Lake, Speculator, and other areas in Hamilton County.

Black Fly Challenge - Inlet to Indian Lake

bicyclists lined up at a start line for a road race

June 11, 2024

The Black Fly Challenge takes place every year on the second Saturday in June, and this biking race runs from Inlet to Indian Lake, but the start and finish switches off each year. The course is 40 miles long.

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