The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism and local leaders are inviting area residents to register for the 2026 Great Adirondack Garage Sale, taking place Memorial Day weekend, May 22-24. This provides the perfect opportunity for spring cleaning, de-cluttering, and cleaning out basements, attics, or garages. Registration is free for sellers who can include the location, dates and times of their sale using the online portal. The interactive website showcases sale locations and allows unlimited photos of the items for sale to be uploaded. Each community will also receive paper maps of local sale locations to distribute. Visit www.GreatAdirondackGarageSale.com to register and find additional information.The garage sale route covers more than 200 miles through a number of Adirondack communities, including Old Forge, Inlet, Raquette Lake, Indian Lake, Blue Mountain Lake, Long Lake, Tupper Lake, Newcomb, and Speculator. According to K.C. Morrison, ROOST’s Hamilton County regional manager, this event is one of the most popular in the region, attracting shoppers from near and far. “This multi-community garage sale allows people to discover some really unique treasures that have been rescued from our basements, attics, garages and storage units,” he said. “The Great Adirondack Garage Sale offers a fantastic reason for everyone to ‘clean out,’ repurpose items we no longer need, engage with the community, and enjoy some time outdoors. We are encouraging community members to register their sale location.”

The Brimfield Antique Show, known nationwide for its vintage markets and curated dealer experiences, is returning to the Adirondacks this summer. The event will take place in North Hudson beginning on Friday, July 24 through Sunday, July 26. Organizers are accepting applications from local and regional vendors wishing to take part in the event.Vendor registration is available at brimfieldliveonline.com/become-a-vendor. Organizers will review all applications and, if accepted, vendors will be able to complete their registration and receive show information.This event offers an opportunity for local collectors, shoppers, and vendors to take part in a nationally recognized event. Brimfield has been a destination for serious collectors, casual treasure hunters, and vintage lovers alike, for more than 60 years. Best known for its flagship events in Brimfield, Massachusetts, taking place each May, July, and September, the show attracts tens of thousands of visitors along with some of the most experienced antique and vintage dealers from around the globe. Visit brimfieldliveonline.com for additional information.

Celebrate Paddling ADK, the Adirondacks’ annual festival honoring the region’s vibrant paddling culture, will return in May 2026 for its 10th anniversary. Beginning in early May and extending throughout the summer, the festival invites locals and visitors alike to experience more than two months of on-the-water adventures, educational clinics, community service opportunities, and outdoor exploration throughout Saranac Lake. All programming is rooted in a shared commitment to giving back to the paddling community and protecting the waterways that define the Adirondacks.The festival kicks off with the River Reels Film Fest, presented by Boothe River Park, on May 2 at 7 p.m. at The Garagery in Saranac Lake. The event serves as a fundraiser for Boothe River Park, a proposed river park leveraging the community’s rich paddling history and culture, while uniting the area’s recreational attractions and the vitality of the downtown business corridor. Those unable to attend can donate to the cause at bootheriverpark.com.A week later, the ‘Round the Mountain Canoe and Kayak Race, hosted by the Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT), takes place on Saturday, May 9. The race, a long-standing Adirondack tradition, challenges paddlers on a scenic and dynamic route connecting lakes and carries.“‘Round the Mountain is a celebration of everything that makes Adirondack paddling special—connection to place, community, and the joy of moving across the landscape by water,” said Mike Lynch, communications and partnerships manager for the Northern Forest Canoe Trail. “It’s an event that welcomes both seasoned racers and those looking to challenge themselves in a supportive, inspiring environment.”Festival highlights include community paddles, boat demo days, river clean-ups, and hands-on clinics designed to help paddlers build confidence.Another key event is the Adirondack Paddling Symposium, scheduled for June 12–15. Designed for beginner and intermediate paddlers, the symposium offers immersive instruction across multiple disciplines, including kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding, and pack boating.While the historic Willard Hanmer Races on July 6 have long marked the festival’s finale—a beloved tradition that brings the paddling community together in a celebration of friendly competition and Adirondack heritage—organizers are planning additional events this year, with details to be announced.“Celebrate Paddling ADK reflects the spirit of community and adventure that defines the Adirondacks,” said Ashley Garwood, Saranac Lake regional manager at ROOST. “We’re excited to welcome both residents and visitors to discover the unique beauty of our local waterways while connecting with the people and organizations who help protect them.”Founded in 2016, Celebrate Paddling ADK was created through a collaborative effort among local businesses and organizations passionate about preserving and sharing the region’s paddling heritage. Partners include the Northern Forest Canoe Trail, Adirondack Lakes and Trails Outfitters, St. Regis Canoe Outfitters, Raquette River Outfitters, Guide ADK, Boothe River Park, Northwest River Supplies, the Saranac Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST).With a broad range of activities, from races to educational talks and family-friendly outings, Celebrate Paddling ADK truly offers something for everyone. Full event details and the complete schedule are available at celebratepaddlingadk.com.

The eighth annual Lake Placid Community Day celebration will take place on Sunday, May 31, from 1 - 4 p.m. at the Olympic Jumping Complex, which serves as an alternate location this year, due to construction at the Horse Show Grounds. The event is free and open to anyone who lives, works, or volunteers in Lake Placid, and will feature complimentary food and beverages along with pirate-themed, family-friendly activities, including caricatures by Joe Ferris, virtual reality headsets, face painting, a clown, a photo booth, and games.The celebration will feature live music from Double Axel, with more than 40 nonprofit organizations on-site sharing information about their work in the community. ORDA will offer reduced fares for the Skyride and Sky Flyer at $5 each during this year’s Community Day.One of the highlights of the event is the announcement of the 2026 Distinguished Volunteers of the Year—individuals recognized for their meaningful contributions to the Lake Placid and North Elba community. Awards are presented in two categories: youth and adult. The 2026 recipients are Savannah Corrow (youth) and Georgia Jones (adult). Lake Placid Community Day honors those who go above and beyond to enhance the quality of life in the community for residents and visitors alike. It’s a day to come together and celebrate the spirit of connection, service, and hometown pride.Organizing Committee Member Val Rogers emphasized the importance of the event as a moment of collective recognition. “This celebration is about recognizing the spirit and effort of those who give their time, energy, and heart throughout the year,” she said. “It’s a chance for us to step back and appreciate our shared work—the hospitality, the dedication, the pride we put into this place. We’re constantly welcoming others in, but this is our moment to celebrate ourselves.”Lake Placid Community Day is a joint initiative of the Lake Placid / North Elba Community Development Commission and the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST). Visit the Lake Placid Community Day Celebration Facebook page for additional information. If you have any questions, please reach out to lakeplacidcommunityday@gmail.com.

The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism is inviting local, ​​Adirondack-based businesses to join its online marketplace, currently in development. Retailers and artisans located in Essex County, Saranac Lake, Tupper Lake, and Hamilton County are encouraged to take part.The marketplace is being designed and developed by the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism to connect shoppers with products from retailers throughout the region, expanding sellers’ reach outside the area, while supporting local commerce. It will support a wide range of vendors, including retail, local artisans, and specialty goods.The Adirondacks, USA Market will feature products from multiple Adirondack-based vendors, allowing online shoppers to browse and purchase items available from a variety of Adirondack retailers while accommodating seamless integration with some of the most common point-of-sale and online sale platforms used by local businesses. Businesses already using softwares including Shopify and Square will be able to integrate directly into the market and receive orders using their existing fulfillment processes. The market will also provide an accessible option for businesses without current e-commerce capabilities or systems. The project’s goal is to expand year-round economic opportunities for local businesses, driving increased revenue without adding operational complexity or overhead. According to ROOST CEO Dan Kelleher, Adirondacks, USA Market will bridge the gap between in-destination experiences and post-visit purchasing. “As the destination marketing and management organization representing much of the Adirondack Park, ROOST’s role includes tourism marketing, balancing the effects of tourism with community needs, and supporting business growth by strengthening the local economy,” he said. “ROOST has accumulated an extensive number of email contacts, social media followers, and website visitors and the online market will offer local businesses enhanced visibility to these audiences.”Development of the marketplace website is currently underway. Local businesses and artisans are encouraged to contact ROOST at shop@roostadk.com to learn more about showcasing and selling products through Adirondacks, USA Market.