There’s no better place to watch Shakespeare than the shores of the St. Lawrence River.
The St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival is presenting two shows in 2009: “The Taming of the Shrew” and “Measure for Measure.” Performances are staged six days a week — alternating between afternoon and evening showings — throughout the summer. Come see [...]
Want to do something completely unique to the 1000 Islands?
Take a walk over the American span of the Thousand Islands Bridge connecting Collins Landing and Wellesley Island, NY. Visitors can walk completely across the mile-long bridge via a walking path next to the southbound driving lane. The bridge offers a breathtaking view of the St. [...]
Come see a War of 1812 battle re-enactment as it happened – on the shores of scenic Lake Ontario in Sackets Harbor, NY.
The Aug. 1 to Aug. 2 event includes scores of battle and encampment re-enactors from the U.S. and Canada, who spend the weekend in a park-like setting on Black River Bay. Watch [...]
Home to North America’s Pipe Band Championship, the Glengarry Highland Games (July 31-Aug.1) celebrate Scottish heritage with music, dance and strongman competitions. Come see giants hurl hammers and poles through the air and watch dancers defy gravity in traditional Scottish dances. More than 60 pipe bands are put through their paces in a grand competition. [...]
Come see the finest in 1000 Islands craftsmanship at the 41st Annual Decoy and Wildlife Show & Auction, July 17-19 at Recreation Park Arena, Clayton.
The show demonstrates the best in carving and painting traditions that have been passed down through generations of 1000 Islands families. Perhaps better than any other, this event showcases the natural [...]
With more than 40 courses and driving ranges, the 1000 Islands is a golfer’s paradise. Spend the day on a scenic waterfront course or head toward one of our award-winning inland options. Find a community-by-community breakdown including greens fees, yardage and amenities by clicking here. Be sure to look for on-course lounges, restaurants and lodging.
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Rain got you down? No worry. The 1000 Islands has plenty of inexpensive attractions to check out on those windy, rainy days.
Why not soak up some of the history of the St. Lawrence Seaway at the Seaway Trail Discovery Center in Sackets Harbor, NY? The center explains the history and culture of the 518-mile American [...]