07 Nov Adirondack community celebrations include holiday craft fairs and community events
Communities throughout the Adirondacks are planning to welcome residents and visitors to their local holiday craft fairs and celebrations.
Many towns and villages have scheduled local craft fairs to align with community celebrations taking place on weekends throughout November and December. These seasonal events offer residents and visitors another opportunity to shop and celebrate in local Adirondack style.
According to Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism COO Mary Jane Lawrence, community-based craft fairs and other holiday-themed events provide exceptional shopping experiences, while creating opportunities to learn about interesting small businesses and talented local artisans. “These craft fairs offer unique, hand-made items that aren’t available elsewhere,” she said. “Shopping locally, especially at one of our region’s holiday craft fairs, supports local artists and their communities,” she said. “We can all make a big impact by shopping locally this holiday season.”
The various community celebrations often include live music, silent auctions, artisan and vendor displays, raffles, tree lightings, various activities for kids, wreath making exhibitions, parades, fireworks and, of course, appearances by Santa and Mrs. Claus.
“The holiday season is an excellent time to explore our Adirondack communities,” commented Lawrence. “Our local artisans and event organizers go above and beyond to create memorable experiences, from festive shopping events to one-of-a-kind gift ideas and community celebrations. Supporting our local businesses and craftspeople fosters vibrant communities and allows visitors the opportunity to experience these fun, family events.”
Holiday Craft Fairs
Essex County
Craft Fair at Adirondack Community Church
Date: December 13, during Holiday Village Stroll weekend
Town/Location: Lake Placid
Description: Local craft fair, bake sale
NCCC Annual Holiday Craft Fair
Dates: November 23
Town/Location: Saranac Lake
Description: Come shop homemade crafts, holiday gifts, home decor, and food.
Christmas in the Forks
Date: Saturday, December 6
Town/Location: Au Sable Forks
Description: The event typically features a craft fair, wreath-making, pictures with Santa, bake sale, parade, tree lighting, and fireworks.
Website: Christmas in the Forks
Elevation Seasonal Marketplace
Dates: November 9
Town/Location: Jay
Description: More than 25 vendors and artisans featuring a number of holiday gift ideas.
Website: Elevation Seasonal Marketplace
Westport Holiday Festival
Date: December 6
Town/Location: Westport
Description: Craft sale, unique shopping opportunities, free warm drinks, and caroling in the evening.
Website: Westport Holiday Festival
Paradox Brewery Holiday Marketplace
Date: November 29
Town/Location: North Hudson
Description: Head to Paradox Brewery for an afternoon of festive fun featuring local vendors offering a variety of unique gifts and seasonal goods.
Website: Paradox Brewery Holiday Marketplace
Operation Santa Claus Holiday Craft Fair
Dates: November 15 – 16
Town/Location: Newcomb
Description: Unique handmade gifts, decor, jewelry, ornaments, baked goods and music.
Website: Holiday Craft Fair
St. Mary’s Annual Craft Fair
Dates: November 2 – 3
Town/Location: Ticonderoga
Description: There will be hand-crafted items, Christmas selections, bake sales, and lunch available both days.
Website: St. Mary’s 34th Annual Craft Fair
Vendor Craft Event at ADK Healthy Hub
Date: November 15
Town/Location: Ticonderoga, ADK Health Hub
Description: Array of unique, handcrafted gifts, and delicious treats.
Website: Vendor Craft Fair at ADK Healthy Hub
Ticonderoga Area Farmers’ Market-Holiday Market
Dates: December 5
Town/Location: Ticonderoga
Description: Ticonderoga Area Farmers Market is a special Holiday Market, as part of the town’s Annual North Country Christmas and Holiday Shopping & Dining Night. Vendors will be set up inside the TACC office offering an array of local products, gifts, and raffles.
Website: Ticonderoga Area North Country Christmas
Annual Christmas Fair at First United Methodist Church
Dates: November 16
Town/Location: Ticonderoga
Description: Gifts, Christmas decor, wreaths, silent auction, and baked goods.
Website: Christmas Fair at First United Methodist Church
Holiday Craft Market Lunch
Date: November 1
Town/Location: Mineville
Description: Holiday gifts, decor, basket raffle, and lunch.
Website: Holiday Craft Market Lunch
Holiday Craft & Food Sale
Date: November 15
Town/Location: Westport Federated Church
Description: Crafts and food items; lunch available.
Website: Holiday Craft & Food Sale
Grange & Whitcomb’s Holiday Market
Date: December 13
Town/Location: Whallonsburg
Description: Food from local producers, gifts and decor from local artisans; lunch available.
Website: Grange & Whitcomb’s Holiday Market
Franklin County
Sparkle Village
Dates: December 6 – 7
Town/Location: Harrietstown Town Hall, Saranac Lake
Description: Unique and distinctive holiday gifts and one-of-a-kind treasures from one-of-a-kind local makers and vendors. Admission is $3 for adults and free for children under the age of 12.
Website: Sparkle Village
Annual Kids Holiday Craft Fair
Date: December 6
Town/Location: Saranac Lake Free Library, Saranac Lake
Description: Enjoy free admission and browse handmade creations from local young crafters – the perfect way to support budding artists and pick up some one-of-a-kind holiday gifts.
Website: Annual Kids Holiday Craft Fair
Hamilton County
Speculator Region Holiday Market
Date: November 28
Town/Location: Speculator, at the pavilion
Description: Unique gifts, handcrafted goods, delicious local treats, cozy knits, jams, and woodcrafts from talented Adirondack and regional artisans, crafters, and farmers.
Website: Speculator Region Holiday Market
Oak Mountain’s Holiday Fair
Dates: December 6
Town/Location: Oak Mountain, Speculator
Description: Live music, performance from the Different Drummer Dance Club, activities for kids including cookie decorating, face painting and carnival games, local artisans, various vendors, the festival of trees, and an appearance from Santa and Mrs Claus.
Website: Oak Mountain’s Holiday Fair
Holiday Craft Fair & Tree Lighting
Date: November 30
Town/Location: Wells
Description: The Town of Wells annual craft fair and holiday tree lighting.
Website: Craft Fair & Tree Lighting – Wells
Tupper Lake
Tupper Lake Craft Fair & Vendor Fest
Dates: December 6
Town/Location: Tupper Lake
Description: More than 30 talented local artisans, raffle, small gift auction, snacks and an appearance by Santa.
Website: Tupper Lake Holiday Craft Fair & Vendor Fest
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