Whiteface 7th Annual Whiskey Run Festival

Wilmington hosts a day of history, scenery, food and fun in the Adirondack High Peaks

Sampling beverages at the Wilmington Whiteface Whiskey Run Festival. Photos courtesy WhitefaceRegion.com (ROOST).

The Whiskey Run Festival, which follows the Wilmington Whiteface Whiskey Run 5K & 10K races, will be held for the 7th year on Saturday, June 15, from 11 am to 4 pm at Preston Festival Field.

The Festival features a craft Show, food trucks, music and entertainment, Battle of Plattsburgh re-enactors in period clothing with tents and demos, a Wilmington history display, raffles, and more. Everyone is encouraged to attend.

Wilmington’s history as a whiskey supplier in the Adirondacks.

Adirondack whiskey barrels.

In the Adirondack High Peaks, the Wilmington area has a fascinating history involving the production and consumption of alcohol. In the War of 1812, Wilmington provided high-quality rye whiskey to the American troops at the Battle of Plattsburgh as part of their daily ration.

Due to its proximity to Canada during prohibition, Wilmington served as a temporary refuge for bootleggers crossing the border. Additionally, until recently, Wilmington was home to US Barrel, a whiskey barrel cooperage.

In the context of the region’s slightly checkered history and natural beauty, the Wilmington Historical Society invites you to the annual Wilmington Whiteface Whiskey Run and Festival.

Plan your visit to Whiteface and Wilmington.

The day begins with the Whiskey Run, and then everyone (runners and non-runners) is encouraged to stick around for the Whiskey Festival.

• 9:30 am — 10K & 5K races begin at Preston Festival Field

• 11 am — Whiskey Festival begins at Preston Festival Field

• 11:45 am — Whiskey Run awards ceremony and in-person runner’s raffle drawing

• 3:30 pm — Festival raffle drawings

Parking is available at the Town Office parking lot across from Festival Field, at the "village garage" lot across the street from Festival Field, and on-street parking on the west side of Springfield Road (not in the running lanes on Springfield Road).

Raising money to preserve the Whiteface region’s history.

Wilmington Whiteface Whiskey Run flask.

The Wilmington Whiteface Whiskey Run and Festival is the primary fundraiser for the Wilmington Historical Society's proposed new Ruth & Thomas Keegan Memorial History Center building. The funds raised by the race will support the construction of a building that will include a reference library, an archives room, and a display/lecture/community space, all aimed at promoting the history of the Whiteface Region. The Wilmington Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.

How to run in the Wilmington Whiteface Whiskey Run.

Visit the event’s website to learn more about the Wilmington Whiteface Whiskey Run and register to race. This is a fun and scenic run with 5K and 10K distances and the option to run the race virtually.

While you’re there, discover more in Wilmington, Lake Placid and nearby towns.

Shop our store for unique Adirondack gifts, clothing, merchandise and cool stuff.

Find Preston Festival Field in Wilmington, NY.

 

Upcoming events in the Adirondacks Tri-Lakes & High Peaks region.