Canadian Pacific Holiday Train

Get ready for a festive spectacle as the Holiday Train pulls into the Amtrak Station in Port Henry at 5:10 -5:35 p.m. Join us in celebrating the 26th year of this heartwarming tradition that brings holiday joy to communities across North America.

Event Highlights:

• Charitable Cause: As part of the Holiday Train's annual mission, we are collecting non-perishable food items for local food shelves. Don't forget to bring a canned good to contribute to the local food shelf and support those in need during the holiday season.

• Musical Extravaganza: Enjoy a fantastic lineup of musical talents, featuring performances by James Barker Band and Clerel The box car stage provides the perfect setting for a night of unforgettable entertainment.

• Community Support: The Holiday Train is not just about entertainment; it's about giving back. With the support of generous corporate contributions, the event aims to raise funds for local food banks, making a positive impact on communities.

• Coast-to-Coast Celebration: The Holiday Train begins its journey in Montreal in November, traversing through 164 communities in the United States and Canada. Each stop is a festive occasion, spreading holiday cheer and goodwill.

• Free Admission: Admission to the Holiday Train event is entirely free, ensuring that everyone can join in the festivities and experience the magic of the season.

• Refreshments: Warm up with complimentary hot cocoa and popcorn, adding to the cozy and festive atmosphere.

Join us at the Amtrak Station in Port Henry for an evening of music, joy, and community spirit. Let's make this holiday season memorable for all!

Experience the Magic of St. Patrick's Day at The Lodge at Schroon Lake in the Adirondacks!

Join us all weekend long for a taste of Ireland with our specials at both The Brown Swan and The Bevy. Savor the flavors, grab a green beer or two, send the kiddos on a special shamrock hunt, make new friends over pub games and make this St. Paddy's an extra lucky one!

Your weekend itinerary:

Friday
- 7pm St. Patrick's Day Themed S'mores on The Lawn

- Irish Themed Food & Drink Specials, The Brown Swan & The Bevy

Saturday
- 4pm-9pm Pub Games in The Bevy. Featuring: "Cheers If," "Would You Rather," and Music Bingo.

- 5pm Irish Themed Trivia, The Bevy

- Irish Themed Food & Drink Specials, The Brown Swan & The Bevy

Sunday
- 12pm "Follow the Leprechaun Trail" Children's Scavenger Hunt

- 5pm "Find the Green Beer" Guided Pub Crawl. (Includes The Brown Swan Tavern, The Bevy, Flanagan's, The Timberwolf.) A "Who Wore It Best" Contest for Best Dressed in Green, Prizes Awarded!

- Irish Themed Food & Drink Specials, The Brown Swan & The Bevy

Reservations are highly required: make yours here.

Join us to experience a remarkable moment in history on April 8th, to view the total solar eclipse. We're rolling out the celestial red carpet with a live DJ, games, and mouthwatering food and drink all themed around the eclipse. This isn't your ordinary night out—it's an astronomical extravaganza under the star-studded Adirondack sky! Grab your tickets for this out-of-this-world event and join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the cosmic wonder. Let's make memories that eclipse all others!

After Party Event is from 3:30pm-7:30pm in the High Peaks Ballroom
Early Bird Pricing - Adults: $50+ tax, Kids: $20+ tax

Book your tickets NOW! Our early-bird special discount rate is available until March 30th. 

Your eclipse itinerary:

Monday, April 8th

- 12pm: The Brown Swan Tavern, The Bevy, and our Beer Truck will all be open and serving food and/or beverages

- 1pm: Check-in and grab your special eclipse viewing glasses out back near the viewing spot

- 2-3:30pm: Enjoy the eclipse from partial viewing to totality. Glasses available on-site!

- 3:30-4:30pm: Ticketed private event starts with cocktail hour held in the High Peaks Ballroom, serving snacks with an exclusive cash bar available

- 4:30-7:30pm: Dinner buffet is served, DJ is mixing up jams, activities and games take place for kids, bounce house entry granted

Make the most of your stellar day with dinner at The Brown Swan. Reservations highly encouraged.

We listened and we are bringing back the old fashion Victorian Tea with a bit of a Roaring 20's spin.  It will be held this year at a beautiful home on Paradox Lake.  Stay tuned for more information! 

REGISTER for the 2025 Great Adirondack Garage Sale!

To register, go to the Great Adirondack Garage Sale website and enter your sale information. The sale takes place May 23-25, 2025.

Over 200+ miles of garage sales with treasures to behold from Cranberry Lake to Speculator and everywhere in between! With offerings of vintage antiques, rustic furniture, jewelry, kitchen items, toys, clothing, and more — there is always something for everyone.

Towns located along NYS Routes 28, 30 & 3, including: Old Forge, Inlet, Raquette Lake, Indian Lake, Blue Mountain Lake, Long Lake, Tupper Lake, Cranberry Lake, Piercefield, Newcomb & Speculator.

Sign Up Today

Get ready for the 2025 Adirondack Harvest Festival! 

The 2025 Adirondack Harvest Festival will return to the Essex County Fairgrounds in Westport, New York on Saturday, September 20 from 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. 

This highly anticipated FREE one-day celebration of agriculture in the Adirondacks highlights local food trucks, a farmers’ market, live music, a local beer and wine tent, demonstrations and workshops, a farm animal petting zoo, educational kids activities, and more!  

Schedule of Events

The 2025 schedule of events is still in development. Check back for updates, including details for vendors, volunteers, workshop hosts, demonstrators, and sponsors in early 2025.

Festival Highlights:

• Live Music: Enjoy performances from regional artists throughout the day.
• Workshops & Demonstrations: Learn from local farmers, artisans, and experts in hands-on workshops covering sustainable agriculture, floral design, cooking, and more.
• Young Farmers’ Circle & Kids Activities: Fun, educational activities for children, including crafts, interactive farm experiences, and games.
• Farmers’ Market & Local Vendors: Shop for locally grown produce, artisanal goods, and handmade crafts.
• Local Food & Beverages: Savor delicious farm-to-table meals and beverages made with Adirondack-grown ingredients.
• Horse & Wagon Rides, Petting Zoo & Contests: Experience traditional agricultural activities, meet farm animals, and compete in fun festival games.

Introduction to Fly Fishing

Saturday, May 3rd – 9am – 2:30pm

This one-day workshop will introduce you to the art and science of fly fishing. A combination of indoor and outdoor instruction will focus on the basics of fly casting, gear, and technique. No equipment or experience required. Registration and pre-payment of $40 fee required by April 28th. Email shample@esf.edu to register or use the following link: https://forms.gle/x9uhTFcTD4Q5RaCp8

Licensed Fishing Guide Rick Kovacs will be your instructor for this one-day workshop, focusing on the basics of fly casting, gear, and technique. Just bring your lunch and willingness to learn something new or work on your skills.

Workshop Schedule

9:00 - History of fly fishing and intro to the “quiet sport”

9:30 - Tools of the Trade - Keep it Simple

10:00 - Break

10:15 - It’s all about the bugs

11:00 - Basics of casting

12:00 - Lunch (Bring your own)

12:30 - Matching the hatch

1:00 - Reading water, casting to the rise and prospecting.

1:30 - “Tight Lines”- hooking, playing, catching, and releasing

2:00 - Knot know how

Canoes & Coffee with Guide ADK & Origin Coffee Co.

Come enjoy a morning paddle on Lake Flower with Guide ADK, then coffee and a sweet treat from Origin Coffee Co.! We'll meet at the Lake Flower Boat Launch at 7:00 a.m. and paddle up into Oseetah Lake before returning to the same boat launch. There is a $25 fee, and canoe rentals are available for $50 with prior notice.

Woodland Walks at the AIC

Every Wednesday and Saturday in the summer- 1pm

Join us for a guided walk along our beautiful Rich Lake Trail every Wednesday and Saturday at 1pm throughout the summer until August 16th. The Rich Lake trail is an easy 0.7-mile loop that winds through various habitats, including a raised boardwalk through a cedar swamp, and offers views of the Goodnow Fire Tower.

North Creeks Thursday Farmers Market!

Located in Riverfront Park (next to the train station) in North Creek on the banks of the beautiful Hudson River.  Every Thursday, 2-5:30PM from June 27 - September 19, rain or shine! There is a multitude of vendors selling local crafts, fresh veggies, meats, prepared foods, flowers, local PB&J, libations, weekly musicians and more.  We are doggie friendly too!!  Parking is easy and take time to wander the shops of North Creek. 

Check us out of facebook https://www.facebook.com/northcreekfarmersmarket/