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Lake George Activities, Events & Cultural Attractions That Surround The Fort

The Hyde Collection
The Hyde Collection is one of the foremost fine arts museums in the nation, featuring European Old Masters and noted American artists as well as an important collection of Italian Renaissance and French 18th century antiques. This is one museum that you won't want to miss. Located in Glens Falls, just 15 minutes from the Fort William Henry Resort Hotels.

Chapman Historical Museum
The Chapman Museum is a restored home from the Victorian period with galleries and rotating exhibitions on the history of the Southern Adirondack Region. The Delong House reflects the lives of two generations of the DeLong family from 1860-1910.The tour emphasizes the lives of the Victorian families, which often involved a great deal of work from cooking on a coal stove to the daily cleaning out of the chamber pots! Come learn what life was like before TV, video games and the internet!

Saratoga Performing Arts Center... Ballet, Orchestra, Opera & More..
The Saratoga Performing Arts Center is the summer home of the New York City Ballet Ballet, New York City Opera, Philadelphia Orchestra and many famous performers. It is truly a treasure in our region. Just a 20 minute drive from the Fort William Henry Hotels and you will be enjoying a marvelous performance at our area's world class arts center.

Lake George, New York Activities and Fun & Exciting Adirondack Events Near Our Resort Hotels...

Lake George Forum -Trade Show Center & Ice Arena
The perfect gathering place for business, entertainment and family events including conventions, expos, tradeshows, conferences, skating parties and special events.

Take Flight in a Hot Air Balloon, May through Mid-November with Adirondack Balloon Flights
Visitors to the Lake George, NY Region have the opportunity to experience the first form of flight that dates to 1783 in Paris, France, through the magic of a hot-air balloon ride. Float beneath the colorful canopy of a hot air balloon, through a beautiful, rural mountain valley that lies between the Adirondack's of NY and the Green Mountains of Vermont. Experience magnificent views, the feeling of escape and freedom that only a balloon ride can give. Discounted pricing on balloon rides is available to guests of all Fort William Henry Resort Hotels. For more information on Balloon Flights in the Adirondacks...

Horse Racing in nearby Saratoga
You don't have to be a serious racing fan to love the beauty and excitement of thoroughbred horse racing in Saratoga. There is no place like it in the world. For over 130 years, some of the most heart stopping horse races in history have been won - and lost - here. Legendary races like those run by Man O War - winning five races in Saratoga, as well as suffering the only loss in his career. Whether you cheer your champion on with a winning ticket - or prefer the quiet morning elegance of breakfast at the track, watching the most beautiful horses in America practice their paces - the racing season at Saratoga offers something for everyone. The five week July/August meet is a summer festival, throughout all of Saratoga County. Music fills the air, glorious flowers burst from every window box, and hats are once again in style. Information supplied by Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce.

Skiing
The Best Western of Lake George is our year-round hotel with Jacuzzi, sauna and fireplace suites. You'll be close to the skiing too. Downhill --West Mountain is just 10 minutes southwest of the Best Western and Gore - just 45 minutes north , Killington, Okemo, Stratton 1-1.5 hours east. Cross Country -- Crandall Park International Ski Trails are just 10 minutes away. Crandall Park is our pick for the best FREE groomed & lit ski trails for night skiing in the northeast. Garnet Hill Lodge - 1 hour drive, spectacular views & well groomed ski trails. Fee: $5-$10. Warren County Trails - 20 minute drive. Beautiful tree forest & open country trails. no-fee.

Shopping in Lake George...Outlet Malls, Antiquing, & The World's Largest Garage Sale

The Adirondack area is a "shop-a-holics" paradise. Craft lovers will enjoy the area's abundant offering of unique craft shops and festivals. One of the most popular craft fairs is known as the LARAC Arts and Crafts Festival which takes place in mid June

Not to be discounted is Lake George Summerfest; Music, Arts and Crafts the last weekend in June and the Bolton Arts & Crafts show on July 4 weekend & the last weekend in August

Bargain Hunters will delight in the 70+ factory outlet shops. The Lake George region is also host to the "World's Largest Garage Sale" held in nearby Warrensburg - in order to visit all the garage sales in this town, you will need the whole weekend (Oct 4-5).

Antique dealers out of New York City, have long known the area as a mecca for bargains. Whether your passion is glassware, rare books, furniture, jewelry or linens, you will find it in the Adirondack region. Visit an antique shop, hit the garage sales or one of the many antique shows.