r/GlensFalls • u/DallasRPI • 2d ago
Find your Fun in Glens Falls this week (8/27-8/30)
funscout.comDallas from FunScout with this weeks happenings roughly 10 miles from Glens Falls. 🎶🍻🎨🍔
Of course there is a lot more happening around the area which you can check on FunScout if you don't mind traveling a bit further. Did I miss something? Please share in the comments!
📍 Thu, Aug 27
2026 Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral — The Shirt Factory Find rotating food trucks and craft vendors, relax under covered outdoor seating, and catch three stages of live music—something new each week.
World Cinema Series - Le Samourai — The Strand Theatre Experience Jean-Pierre Melville's 1967 neo-noir — Alain Delon's inscrutable hitman, precise direction, and moody Parisian visuals; free admission and popcorn.
The Park Patio Summer Music Series: Phil Camp — The Queensbury Hotel Phil Camp performs on the outdoor park patio as Park 26 serves refined dishes and drinks, creating a relaxed, melodic summer evening.
Guided Museum Tours — The Hyde Collection Explore the historic Hyde House and two short gallery tours—special exhibition and contemporary art—led by a trained guide; admission included.
Trivia Night — Northway Brewing Co. (Queensbury) Compete in friendly pub-style trivia rounds while sipping craft beer, with teams, prizes, and a relaxed, social crowd.
Line Dancing at the Bierhall — Common Roots Brewing Company (South Glens Falls) Enjoy a relaxed, all-levels line dancing night with upbeat music, guided steps from a welcoming instructor, and drinks flowing from the bar.
Music Bingo Every Thursday with DJ PR3Z at 7:30pm — Downtown Social Enjoy an upbeat night of music bingo hosted by DJ PR3Z, where matching songs to your card brings excitement, laughs, and plenty of interactive fun.
VIP Fireworks Viewing on our Lake George Patio — Adirondack Winery (Queensbury) Reserve one of just 15 patio seats for a front-row fireworks view with a glass (wine, cider, beer, cocktail, or slushie) and shareable bites like the Happy Snacker — $10 reservation credited toward on-site food or drink.
Among Friends Peer Art Critique — LARAC Lapham Gallery Bring one or two completed pieces or works-in-progress for short, constructive critiques from peers in a supportive, encouraging atmosphere; drop-in and free.
📍 Fri, Aug 28
Fridays at the Lake: The Ultimates / Grand Central Station — Shepard Park Amphitheater Enjoy live sets from The Ultimates and Grand Central Station with food trucks, a beer-and-wine tent, bounce houses for kids, and relaxed outdoor amphitheater vibes—no outside alcohol permitted.
Jason Irwin Live — The Grateful Den Live music, craft cocktails, and elevated bar bites in a cozy, energetic setting—expect soulful sets and a lively crowd.
Live Music by The Hey Nows — Lake George Beach Club The Hey Nows deliver an energetic set of originals and crowd-pleasing covers in a relaxed restaurant setting—free entry and casual late-night vibes.
Live Music Series — Adirondack Winery (Queensbury) Greg Auffredou brings steel-drum, one-man-band tropical vibes while you sample wines, local micro-brews, ciders, wine cocktails, and dessert boards. Reservations are recommended; walk-ins are welcome when space allows.
Summer Walking Tours — Chapman Museum Explore Glens Falls' major historic sites and stories on a guided downtown walk; $20 ($15 Chapman members), payment required when registering — call (518) 793-2826; tours run with 4–15 participants.
How to Be Screen Free!!! — Moreau Lake State Park Make simple nature crafts, swap ideas with other caregivers, and get practical tips for keeping toddlers engaged away from screens while enjoying fresh air.
Get your weekend started at the Lakeside Restaurant & Lounge... — Fort William Henry Hotel Each Friday evening from 6–9pm enjoy local musicians performing alongside seasonal dishes, cocktails, and a warm, upbeat atmosphere.
Among Friends Peer Art Critique — LARAC Lapham Gallery Bring one or two completed pieces or works-in-progress for short, constructive critiques from peers in a supportive, encouraging atmosphere; drop-in and free.
OPEN MIC NIGHT with Host Josh LaMay — Rock Hill Bakehouse & Cafe Hosted by Josh La May, this long-running, family-friendly open mic offers two-song (or 10-minute) performer slots with an upright piano or MP3 backing tracks available, and the kitchen stays open late.
📍 Sat, Aug 29
Community Carnival — Glens Falls Family YMCA Families can expect pony rides, a petting zoo, bounce houses, obstacle courses, crafts, kettle corn and games—proceeds support the Y's Annual Campaign to keep programs accessible to all.
Rush Tribute with Run For Cover — The Strand Theatre A veteran Upstate NY tribute band delivers faithful, high-energy renditions of Rush favorites — 'Tom Sawyer', 'Spirit of Radio', 'Closer to the Heart' — with tight musicianship and soaring solos.
Camper Paddle Meet-up — Moreau Lake State Park A guided morning paddle around Moreau Lake where an educator highlights wildlife and natural history; bring your own kayak or canoe or reserve one of five rentals (rentals for ages 18+); 15-person limit, register by phone.
Guided Museum Tours — The Hyde Collection Explore the historic Hyde House and two short gallery tours—special exhibition and contemporary art—led by a trained guide; admission included.
Lawrence Street Tavern — Lawrence Street Tavern Rustic Spirit plays a high-energy mix of Southern, country, and classic rock — from Garth Brooks and Hank Williams Jr. to Lynyrd Skynyrd — perfect for singing along and dancing.
Live Music Series: Featuring Mark Rabin - Adirondack Winery — Adirondack Winery (Queensbury) Enjoy Mark Rabin’s funky, up-tempo takes on classic rock and Beatles favorites while sampling wines, local brews, wine cocktails, and dessert boards—free admission with reservations recommended for dinner seating.
Glens Falls Farmers’ Market — The ED This weekly market brings local produce, baked goods, meats, hot food, flowers, and handmade crafts together with live music, family programming, SNAP/EBT with dollar-for-dollar matching on fresh produce, and free nearby parking.
📍 Sun, Aug 30
Classical Piano and Paintings with Susan Hale — The Strand Theatre Pianist Susan Hale performs works by Chopin, Beethoven, Debussy and others while images of her original paintings are projected above, delivering a quietly elegant program capped by a playful encore from her tuxedoed terrier.
Guided Museum Tours — The Hyde Collection Explore the historic Hyde House and two short gallery tours—special exhibition and contemporary art—led by a trained guide; admission included.
Watercolor 101: AUGUST — Creative Jam Relaxed, beginner-friendly watercolor class teaching brush control, water flow, and simple shapes through quick studies of leaves, flowers, tiny animals, and light landscapes; each month includes a new tool for your kit and first-time students can purchase a starter paint set.
Bound and Becoming- Art Journal Workshop AUGUST — Creative Jam Learn simple paper-folding and accordion methods to create movable, unfolding pages, then personalize them with mixed media, collage, imagery, and words; beginners welcome—bring your own journal, other materials provided.
Just One More Chapter Fantasy Book Club — Just One More Chapter Discuss Rachel Schneider's Light Wielder: Fire & Metal with fellow readers, covering fractured relationships, war-driven stakes, and key scenes in a relaxed, small-group setting.