Communities across the Adirondacks are inviting residents and visitors to take in the sounds of summer at a wide array of free outdoor concerts, beginning in June and continuing throughout the summer.
Held at scenic venues throughout the region, these events showcase a rich mix of musical talent and create memorable moments in the heart of the Adirondacks. Many of the venues are set alongside the region’s lakes and rivers, making them easily accessible to boaters, adding a splash of adventure to the experience.
Scheduled in the late afternoon or early evening, the concerts also offer prime views of Adirondack sunsets—a perfect backdrop for a picnic and some live music. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and snacks to settle in and soak up the scene. With genres ranging from folk to jazz and everything in between, summer concerts offer something for every musical taste.
Sydney Aveson, communications strategist for the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism, says, “Outdoor concerts are one of the best parts of summer in the Adirondacks. They bring people together in beautiful settings and showcase the energy of our communities. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, there’s nothing quite like hearing live music as the sun sets over the water.”
The region offers other opportunities to enjoy live music outdoors in addition to the scheduled concert series. Third Thursday Art Walks in Saranac Lake, held monthly from June through September, fill the village streets with music from 5–7:30 p.m.
- Ausable Forks: The Town of Black Brook will host Music at the River Park at Riverside Park in Ausable Forks, a weekly outdoor concert series held on Wednesdays, including one Saturday, from 6–8 p.m. from July 8 through August 26.
- Crown Point: Crown Point Market and Music takes place on Thursdays from July 16 through August 20 at Veterans Memorial Park. Local vendors will offer fresh produce, crafts, and other products from 5–6 p.m., followed by live music from 6–8 p.m. featuring a rotating lineup of performers.
- Indian Lake: Music in the Park concert series takes place on select Saturdays from July 18 through September 24 at the Town of Indian Lake Concert Stage (intersection of Routes 28 & 30). Most concerts begin at 7 p.m., with the final concert on September 24 beginning at 4 p.m. A special Independence Day performance takes place July 4 at Byron Park at 6 p.m.
- Inlet: Sunsets by the Lake Summer Concert Series takes place on Saturday evenings from July 4 through September 5 at Arrowhead Park, with a rain location at Fern Park Pavilion. Start times vary seasonally, generally 7–9 p.m. in July and 6–8 p.m. in August.
- Jay: JEMS (Jay Entertainment & Music Society) Summer Concert Series / Music on the Green takes place on Saturdays from July 4 through September 5 at the Jay Village Green from 6–8 p.m.
- Keeseville: Keeseville Summer Music Festival takes place every Friday in July and August from 6–8 p.m. at Riverside Park.
- Lake Placid: The Lake Placid–North Elba Historical Society/Museum will host Monday Music at the Museum on June 22, July 13, July 27, and August 10 from 6–8 p.m. on the museum grounds. Songs at Mirror Lake runs Tuesdays from June 30 through August 4 from 7–9 p.m. at Mid’s Park Bandshell, with a 20th anniversary celebration on August 15 (2–9 p.m.) at the Lake Placid Lacrosse Fields and Horse Show Grounds. The Lake Placid Sinfonietta Park Series takes place Wednesdays from July 8 through August 12 at 7 p.m. at Mid’s Park.
- Long Lake: Music by the Lake takes place Fridays from July 4 through August 21 at Long Lake Town Beach from 6–8 p.m.
- Minerva: Live Music at Courtney Park takes place the second Wednesday of the month from June–August at 6:30 p.m., rain location is at Pavilion #3 on Beach Rd with other live music happening throughout the summer.
- Moriah: The M3 MusicFest is happening September 5 at the Port Henry Beach, with multiple different live musical performances throughout the day.
- Newcomb: Bands on the Beach takes place Wednesdays from August 5 through August 26 at Newcomb Town Beach from 5–7 p.m.
- Saranac Lake: Music on the Green takes place Wednesdays from July 1 through August 19 at Riverside Park Bandshell from 7–9 p.m. Saranac Lake PorchFest returns August 1 with performances taking place throughout the village from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. PorchFest is a rain-or-shine event. Also taking place that evening, Dewey Dubs is an outdoor electronic music event at Dewey Mountain Recreation Center on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 7 p.m. to midnight, featuring free DJ sets and an evening of music. The Northern Current Community Music Festival takes place September 6 at Riverside Park from noon to 10 p.m.
- Schroon Lake: Live music takes place multiple nights each week throughout summer from July through August at the 1936 bandstand overlooking the lake from 7–9 p.m., with a rain location at the Boathouse Theater. Schroon Lake PorchFest returns August 29 from 1–5 p.m., with performances at various locations throughout the village.
- Ticonderoga: The Ticonderoga Festival Guild summer concert series runs Tuesdays from July 7 through August 18 at the Knights of Columbus Pavilion at 7 p.m.
- Tupper Lake: The Summer Sunset Series at Flanders Park runs Mondays and Wednesdays from July 6 through August from 7–9 p.m. along Raquette Pond. The series launches July 4 as part of the Independence Day Celebration, with live music beginning at 1 p.m. and continuing through the evening.
- Westport: The Ballard Park Summer Concert Series runs on Thursdays from July 9 through August 20 at 7 p.m. overlooking Lake Champlain.
- Wilmington: The Wilmington Summer Concert Series will take place on Thursdays at Wilmington Town Beach from 6–9 p.m. The schedule has been announced for now through June 25, with additional concerts planned for July and August. The Wilmington Mountain Music Fest will take place July 25 at Wilmington Ball Park.
To learn more about each event, visit adirondacksusa.com/events.
In addition to these community concerts, many of the region’s farmers markets also feature live performances, adding extra fun to weekly outings and shopping trips. Visit AdirondackHarvest.com for a full list of farmers markets in the Adirondacks.
The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism is a destination marketing and management organization that leads tourism initiatives in Essex and Hamilton counties, along with the Adirondack communities of Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, and Tupper Lake. ROOST’s mission is to enhance the quality of life for residents by managing and diversifying the region’s tourism economy while promoting sustainable visitation.