16 May Tupper Lake’s Party on Park returns with street festival flair
The sixth annual Party on Park, organized and presented by Tupper Arts, will take place on Saturday, May 24, from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. The community is celebrating the arrival of summer with live entertainment, activities, vendors, information from local organizations, food, and more.
The annual event will feature live music by The Altered Tones beginning at noon. Known for bringing great music to every performance, the band will offer their trademark mix of ‘90s hits, encouraging the party-like atmosphere. Beer lovers will have an opportunity to try some of the best beer in the region, with free tastings by Raquette River Brewing throughout the afternoon. P-2’s Irish Pub will be hosting the event’s beer tent, offering cold brews throughout the afternoon.
According to Evie Longhurst, director of operations at Tupper Arts, Party on Park is the official kickoff to summer in Tupper Lake. “This event celebrates the start of summer while also celebrating our community,” she said. “It offers the chance for community members and visitors to spend time outdoors, take part in our celebration and learn a bit more about various businesses, activities and area attractions.”
The event welcomes people from throughout the region, with many traveling to Tupper Lake specifically for the event. Coinciding with Memorial Day weekend and the Great Adirondack Garage Sale, Party on Park offers one more opportunity to celebrate the local community.
The Tupper Lake business community is always excited about the annual event, offering specials and merchandise exhibits. Representatives from many local organizations will be on-hand to share information about their important work within the community. Park Street businesses, along with approximately 30 vendors including the ADKX The Museum on Blue Mountain Lake, Tupper Lake Tinman, Dance in the Rain Healing, the Tupper Lake Golf Club, and The Wild Center are planning activities and exhibits. Local food and craft products, artists, including an artist offering caricatures, balloon sculptures, and face painting will also contribute to the day’s activities.
Park Street will be closed to traffic, creating a festival-like atmosphere, so that attendees can mingle with friends, neighbors, business owners, and visitors. Throughout the day, stores will welcome shoppers and browsers as they showcase their products and services. Entertainment will take place at locations along Park Street and within some of the businesses. Food and beverages will be provided throughout the day by a number of community-based restaurants, food trucks, and breweries.
According to Longhurst, Party on Park has become very successful over the years due, in large part, to the support it receives from the entire community. “This event is so inclusive of everything our community offers – the people, the businesses within it, our artisans, local restaurants, music, and our amazing attractions. We want to share that with everyone in the region,” she said. “Tupper Lake has so much to offer. It’s exciting to showcase, and it’s even more fun to celebrate.”
Party on Park is a joint initiative of Tupper Arts and the Park Street business community. Additional information, including a list of participating vendors and businesses, can be found at TupperLake.com/PartyonPark.
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