Lower Adirondack Pride to Host Third Annual Lower Adirondack Pride Festival

Lower Adirondack Pride, an LGBTQIA+ organization serving Warren, Washington, and Northern Saratoga Counties, is set to host the third annual Lower Adirondack Pride Festival on Sunday, June 1, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Glens Falls City Park.

“Now more than ever, building community isn’t just important — it’s essential,” said Cam Cardinale, President of Lower Adirondack Pride. “At a time when LGBTQIA+ rights are under attack across the country, coming together in joy, pride, and solidarity is an act of defiance. It’s a reminder that we are here, we are strong, and we are not going anywhere.”

Since its inception in 2023, the Festival has seen remarkable growth, with attendance increasing by 300% between its first and second year. With community support continuing to surge, the 2025 Festival is poised to be the most groundbreaking yet. Lower Adirondack Pride has expanded alongside the Festival, serving more than 10,000 individuals in 2024 alone — a testament to the need for visibility, advocacy, and connection.

“This Festival is not just a celebration — it’s a declaration,” Cardinale continued. “We are declaring that queer people deserve to take up space. That we deserve to live fully, love openly, and lead boldly. Lower Adirondack Pride will never back down from fighting for a future where everyone is free to be exactly who they are.”

This year’s Festival will feature over 70 vendors, a Drag Show, and live performances by Jay Mullen and The Spotters, along with singer-songwriter Erin Harkes. Attendees can expect a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere filled with entertainment, community resources, food, and activities for all ages.



Lower Adirondack Pride remains committed to creating spaces where LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies can come together to celebrate authenticity, resilience, and collective power. Thousands are expected to gather once again for what promises to be a joyful, energizing day in the heart of Glens Falls.

Important Reminders Regarding the Lower Adirondack Pride Festival: No smoking is permitted in Glens Falls City Park. Parking is available in public lots throughout the City of Glens Falls. For a parking map, please visit Glens Falls Parking Map. Note that Maple Street and Lapham Place will be closed for the duration of the weekend, so please plan ahead. Accessibility is a top priority for our organization, and we will have Access Trax placed near the stages for individuals with mobility disabilities, provided by our partners at Southern Adirondack Independent Living. If you see something, say something. Call 911 immediately and alert the Event Staff. Remember to wear SPF to protect yourself from the sun. Portable toilets will be available within the park for the event, thanks to our sanitary sponsor, Stone Industries.
 

About Lower Adirondack Pride: We serve the LGBTQIA+ community in Warren, Washington, and Northern Saratoga Counties. Our entirely volunteer-driven organization is dedicated to orchestrating events, championing advocacy efforts, and establishing a safe space for the LGBTQIA+ community in the Lower Adirondack Region.

Interviews are available by request by contacting Cam Cardinale, President of Lower Adirondack Pride, at cam@loweradkpride.org or by calling (518) 680-7814.