If the Adirondacks are the backdrop, Clinton and Essex Counties are the stage where holiday magic happens. From lakeside festivities to  family-friendly adventures, this area is the perfect place to embrace the holiday spirit while staying rooted in the beauty of small-town charm.

Sip & Savor the Season

Calling all craft beer and cider lovers! Ausable Brewing Company in Keeseville has just launched their “Snowfall Saison,” a crisp, spiced brew made for sipping by their outdoor fire pits. Visit Ausable Brewing’s website for updates.

Feel-Good Festivities

Here’s something to warm your heart: the Lake Placid Community Holiday Concert is back! Local musicians and choirs will perform classics in the cozy glow of Lake Placid Center for the Arts. Proceeds benefit local shelters and food banks, spreading good vibes across the region. Find concert details here.

Family Movie Nights in the Mountains

In Saranac Lake, The Revival theater is hosting a retro movie series featuring holiday classics like Home Alone and Elf. It’s perfect for a low-key evening with the family. Grab a bag of their locally sourced popcorn (rumor has it, they drizzle it with maple syrup), and settle in for some screen-time nostalgia. See showtimes at The Revival.

Whether you’re stomping through snowy trails or enjoying the glow of community lights, Clinton and Essex Counties know how to keep the Adirondack magic alive. So go ahead—layer up, grab your loved ones, and let the adventure begin.

It was the beer can hurled ’round the world… her response to a heckler at her comedy show in New Jersey went viral and thrust Ariel Elias into the spotlight with guest appearances on Jimmy Kimmel, to name a few.  Elias is gearing up to tape her first standup special Saturday night, August 3rd and she’s chosen to record it at the Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington.

“Well, I’ve never headlined in Burlington, so I haven’t burned an audience yet,” the New York City-based comic joked when asked why she chose the Queen City to tape her special.

READ THE FULL STORY COURTESY OF SEVEN DAYS VT HERE

Thursday night, Oct 19th, the veil of the supernatural realms thins and invites the adventurous out for a theatrical Halloween thrill not to be missed! Since Nighmare Vermont’s inception in 2004, hundreds of volunteers scare THOUSANDS of visitors every year. Read on… if you dare…

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Step into the heart of the Civil Rights Movement, where Rosa Parks’ historic speech sets the stage for a gripping exploration of equality. With profound wisdom and surprising wit, Cadillac Crew uncovers the unsung heroes who lit the path to desegregation and women’s rights. Suitable for ages 13 and up, with a runtime of 120 minutes and one intermission. Prepare to be moved and inspired.

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