Best time of the year. Its the time that we wait for. The time that we pine for. The time that makes everything majestic. Blue skies, lush greenery, warm lakes and rivers. Activities galore. Summer is simply a magical time to experience Long Lake & Raquette Lake. It is a time for tradition. Like our 4th of July festivities celebrating our freedom. Summer is also a time to revel in the calming nature of the forest and trees. Want more action? Events galore pack our schedule. Recreation, hiking, biking, climbing, birding, swimming, boating. Make Long Lake & Raquette Lake your family’s summer camp!
Farmer’s Market | Every Thursday | 10am – 2pm
A wide variety of local vendors gather at the base of Mt. Sabattis Recreation Area and South Hill Road for the weekly Farmer’s Market. Fresh fruits and veggies, wine, gifts, jewelry, wooden bowls, ice cream treats and more!
Summer Soccer | Tuesday | Starting July 7, 2026
Summer Soccer starts Tuesday, July 1st at the Long Lake Ball Field at 5:30pm.
Skills and pick up games.
Long Lake Ballfield
1167 Main Street
Trivia Nights | Wednesday | July 8th & August 12th | 7pm
Match your wits against the Trivia Tsar. Gather your team. Are you a history buff, entertainment aficionado or are you able to retain sports stats like no other? Gather your eclectic group of hive minds to join in the fun. Winners receive… a Home-made baked item and bragging rights, which is totally a thing here in Long Lake!
Bring your own snacks, brains and coolers!
Mt. Sabattis Pavilion
Friends of Long Lake Music – 2026 Concert Series
All performances begin at 7:30 PM at the United Calvary Methodist Church.
2026 Concert Series To Be Announced!
Thursday Concerts: 6:30-7:30 pm
These programs are made possible, in part, with funds from the Statewide Community Regrant Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with support of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by the Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts.
- Rain location is the Raquette Lake School.
- For more information call 315-354-4265 or visit www.stwilliamlongpoint.org.
- Don’t forget to Like/Follow us at facebook.com/stwmlongpoint.
Robert Keough Memorial Art & Photo Show
Long Lake Town Hall, 1204 Main St. A stunning collection of art and photography featuring local and regional artists.
July 10-12th
Art and Photo Show
Long Lake Town Hall, 1204 Main St. A stunning collection of art and photography featuring local and regional artists.
Friday, July 10, opening night reception 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and August 9th/10th (Sat/Sun) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Art Show is a collaboration with the Friends of the Long Lake Library and the Long Lake Association.
Road Rally, Mt. Sabattis Geiger Arena
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Teams and cars drive around Long Lake following a special set of cryptic instructions. Whichever teams returns to homebase the closest to the official time without going over… wins! Cash prizes.
Past events have included – Singing to a stuffed bear, singing in Hoss’s, playing leapfrog on the Long Lake Town Beach and discovering mysterious secrets of Long Lake.
Shakespeare in the Park - Romeo and Juliet
Sunday, July 26th | 7:00pm | Mt. Sabattis Pavilion | FREE
Durant Days **
August July 31-August 2nd
Celebrating the Birth of Great Camps Architecture in Raquette Lake, NY
This is a weekend of activities in celebration of William West Durant, the inventor of the Great Camps Style Architecture, which was started right here in Raquette Lake.
Durant Days
July 31 – August 2, 2026
Raquette Lake, NY
Friday, July 31
- Historic Long Point Tour (Boat Access Only) | 8:30 AM – 1:45 PM
- Guided Great Camp tour and lunch cruise
- $85 per person
- Reservations required: www.raquettelakenavigation.com | 315-354-5532
Saturday, August 1
- Great Camp Sagamore Tours | 10:00 AM & 1:30 PM (half-price)
- Free Concert | 2:00 PM at Raquette Lake School (50s–70s a cappella)
- Boat Parade | 6:00 PM
- Fireworks at Dusk (downtown Raquette Lake)
Sunday, August 2
- Great Camp Sagamore Tours | 10:00 AM & 1:30 PM (half-price)
- Lunch at Great Camp Sagamore | $24.95
- Vespers Service | 3:00 PM (boat access, shuttle at 2:00 PM)
Raquette Lake Boat Parade and Fireworks Weekend
August 1, 2026
Boat Parade sign up at the Village Dock at 6pm.
Fireworks at Dusk.
Cash Prizes!
Heart of the Park Craft Fair
Sunday, August 2nd, 2026
Always the 1st Sunday of August. All American handcrafted items sold by over 50 crafters. $1.00 Admission. Penelope the Clown. Crafts ranging from T-shirts, homemade fudge, spices, handmade sweaters, pottery, photography, wind chimes, and gifts for the whole family. Get your holiday shopping done in Long Lake.
VENDORS
email: events@mylonglake.com
Located at the Mt Sabattis Pavilion, Always the first Sunday in August!
Rt 28N/30 Long Lake, NY 12847 | Call 518-624-3077 for more info
Raquette Lake’s Busiest Day 2026:
August 8, 2026
RL Book Sale & RL Fire Dept Auction
Always the 2nd Saturday in August
10am Annual Book Sale | Raquette Lake Library
5pm Annual Raquette Lake Fire Department and Ambulance Squad Auction on the Raquette Lake Village Green
No Craft fair in 2026* due to construction!
Long Lake Town Wide Garage Sale:
August 8, 2026
Always the second Saturday in August in Long Lake, NY. Traditionally buyers can find gently used 2nd hand furniture, boats, clothing, toys and so much more. Explore the side roads and uncover your treasure. Maps available at 1130 Deerland Road or at area businesses and at the sales too!
Throughout Long Lake, NY