10 Sep 7th Annual Ticonderoga Area FallFest
Fall is in the air and the 7th Annual Ticonderoga Area FallFest is scheduled to take place on Saturday, September 28th, 2024 with an array of fall-themed activities with most aspects taking place in Percy Thompson Bicentennial Park. Community members and visitors are encouraged to join the fun as the Ticonderoga Area celebrates the fall season with food, family fun, kids’ activities, live music, farmers market, fireworks, and so much more.
FallFest always takes place the last Saturday of September in Ticonderoga, NY. The event is being organized by the Ticonderoga Montcalm Street Partnership (TMSP) in coordination with the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC), as well as several local businesses and organizations.
Ticonderoga Area FallFest Schedule of Events: Saturday, September 28th, 2024
12:00 – 3:00 PM: FallFest Afternoon Family Fun & Farmers Market:
Percy Thompson Bicentennial Park
Farmers Market, Live Music by Dan Rabideau, Touch A Truck, Silver Bay YMCA Kids’ Zone, Bounce House, Full Face Art, Food Trucks, Vendors, Children’s Activities, Wagon Rides, and more.
Please note that the Ticonderoga Area Farmers Market will only take place today from 12:00 – 3:00 PM in Bicentennial Park and not at its normal location.
5:00 – 8:00 PM: FallFest Evening Family Fun, Ticonderoga Area Restaurant FoodFest, & Beer Garden (21 & Older): Percy Thompson Bicentennial Park
Ticonderoga Area Restaurant Food Fest, Youth Homerun Derby (Wiffle Ball, coordinated by the Town of Ticonderoga Youth Commission), Bounce House, Campfire, Smores’, Fort Ticonderoga Fife & Drum Performance (5:00 PM), Live Music by Bark Eater, and a beer garden. To enter the beer garden, you must be 21 and have a valid scannable ID present.
Please note that valid scannable ID showing you are 21 or older is a requirement for everyone entering the beer garden. No outside food or alcohol is allowed for any reason. The last call will take place at 7:30 PM. No exceptions to the rules are possible.
8:00 PM: Fall Fireworks Over Bicentennial Park
Percy Thompson Bicentennial Park
Enjoy a fall fireworks display over beautiful Percy Thompson Bicentennial Park. All attendees are required to follow posted signage and the directions of local officials. There is no parking near the Ticonderoga Recreation Park or the Kissing Bridge/Bicentennial Falls area next to the recreation park. Please note that the scheduled fireworks time is approximate and is weather dependent.
FallFest and the fireworks display would not be possible without the support and coordination of the Town of Ticonderoga, Silver Bay YMCA, North Country Rural Development Coalition, DeFranco Landscaping, Inc., Sylvamo, Cloudsplitter Foundation, Charles R. Wood Foundation, Essex County Arts Council, Ticonderoga Cultural Arts Initiative, Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism, Peckham Industries, Inc., The Sawyer Family, Ledge Hill Brewing Co., Ti Automotive, Fort Ticonderoga, Ticonderoga Area Farmers Market, Ticonderoga Fire Department, Ticonderoga Police Department, and the Ticonderoga Emergency Squad.
Additional event aspects may take place on September 28th as part of FallFest. Stay tuned for additional announcements and information.
“Ticonderoga Area FallFest is a must do event during the fall season. This event has grown significantly with new aspects including family activities, live music events, food trucks, coordination with local restaurants, the addition of fireworks, and the overall expansion of the farmers’ market. The TMSP and TACC continue to partner closely to bring exciting events to the community for residents and visitors. Each year the committee’s focus is on planning new aspects for all to enjoy. A big thank you to Megan Bambara and the FallFest Committee for your continued dedication to this event and the community,” shared Erin Mullen – TACC Member Service & Events Manager.
TACC and TMSP encourage FallFest goers to support local businesses, attractions, apple orchards, and events throughout the weekend. For a Ticonderoga Area Business Directory, Calendar of Events, and Area INFO visit www.ticonderogany.com.
The FallFest Committee via the Ticonderoga Montcalm Street Partnership in coordination with the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce is also looking for volunteers to assist at the event and on the committee throughout the year. If you are interested email tmsp@timainstreet.org or call 518-585-6619.
For more information on FallFest 2024 visit www.timainstreet.org, www.ticonderogany.com, or call 518-585-6619. You can also like and follow the Downtown Ticonderoga or Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook pages.