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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Friends Lake Inn Near Gore Mountain

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Lights, Camera, Adirondacks!

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Delightful shop offering beautiful home furnishings. tableware, cards and gifts. We can’t leave without buying something.

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Only in the Adirondacks: Star Trek Original Series Set Tour

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Escape to NewVida Preserve in Jay, New York

An Adirondack getaway with a story to tell.

Chasing Waterfalls: High Falls Gorge Near Lake Placid

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