Sip, Savor & Celebrate: The Adirondack Wine & Food Festival Returns to Lake George

If there's one summer event that perfectly captures the spirit of Lake George — the stunning scenery, the local pride, the pure joy of gathering with good people — it's the Adirondack Wine & Food Festival. And 2026 is a big one: the festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary, and it's shaping up to be the best yet.

Mark your calendars: the festival takes place Saturday, June 27th (11am–6pm) and Sunday, June 28th (11am–5pm) at Charles R. Wood Festival Commons, 17 West Brook Road, Lake George, NY. Tickets are on sale now at adkwinefest.com.

A Decade of Good Taste

Founded in 2015 by Adirondack Winery, the ADK Wine & Food Festival was built on a simple but powerful idea: give New York's small, family-owned craft producers a platform to shine, while creating lasting memories for everyone who attends. Ten years later, that mission hasn't changed — it's just grown into something truly remarkable.

Each June, hundreds of staff and volunteers come together to pour, plate, and perform for thousands of visitors from across the Northeast — all with the breathtaking backdrop of Lake George as the setting.

What to Expect: 120+ Vendors & Experiences

This isn't just a wine tasting — it's a full-blown celebration of New York's craft beverage and artisan food scene. Over 120 vendors will be on hand, including:

• 30+ Wineries — including presenting sponsor Adirondack Winery, plus Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards, Merritt Estate Winery, Pail Shop Vineyards, Sprague Vineyards, and many more

• 15+ Distilleries — perfect for spirits lovers looking to explore New York's craft whiskey, gin, and vodka scene

• 10+ Cideries — a growing category that keeps impressing year after year

• Breweries & a Biergarten — for the beer lovers in the group

• 30+ Artisan Food Producers & 15+ Food Trucks — because what's a great drink without great food?

More Than Just Sipping

The ADK Wine & Food Festival goes well beyond the tasting glass. The Culinary & Mixology Tent hosts live cooking demonstrations and cocktail competitions that are genuinely entertaining to watch (and taste). Entertainment runs throughout both days — think live acoustic music, aerialists, a street magician, and lawn games for the kids. Whether you're there for the wine, the food, the vibes, or all three, there's something happening at every turn.

Perfect for Groups — and Solo Adventurers Too

The festival is a natural fit for bachelorette weekends, family reunions, date days, or a solo summer adventure. Groups of 10 or more can even score discounted tickets — reach out to the festival organizers directly for group and bus tour rates.

Plan Your Lake George Weekend Around It

The Charles R. Wood Festival Commons is steps away from Lake George's hotels, restaurants, shops, and outdoor activities — which means a trip to the ADK Wine Fest is the perfect anchor for a full Lake George getaway. Arrive by car, trolley, Uber, boat, or even bike. Stay the weekend. Explore the village. You won't regret it.

Get your tickets and plan your visit at adkwinefest.com — and we'll see you at the lake. 🍷