Americade 2026

Headquarters: Fort William Henry Hotel & Conference Center

Expo Location: Festival Commons on Beach Road (South end of Lake George)

Event Number: 43rd Annual Rally

Registration & Tickets

Registration typically opens online in February 2026. It is highly recommended to register early for the best pricing and to secure spots for popular guided rides.

Pass Types:

Wristbands (Basic Entry): Grants access to the massive Expo (vendors/demos) and factory demo fleets.

Packages (Full/Deluxe): Include extras like guided tours, boat cruises, catered dinners, and comedy show tickets.

Pricing Estimates (Based on previous years):

Basic Pass: ~$100–$115

All-Inclusive Packages: ~$200–$300+

Refund Policy: Typically refundable (minus a cancellation fee) until ~10 days before the event.

Key Highlights & Activities

1. Factory Demo Rides

Americade is famous for having the largest fleet of factory demo rides in the U.S. You can test ride the latest models from major manufacturers, usually including:

Harley-Davidson

Indian Motorcycle

Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki

BMW, Triumph, KTM

Can-Am (Spyder/Ryker)

2. The Expo

A massive vendor area located at the Festival Commons.

Gear & Accessories: Helmets, leathers, electronics, and bike mods.

Installations: Many vendors offer on-site installation for tires, lights, and seats.

3. Riding Events

Guided MiniTours: professionally led group rides through the Adirondack Mountains (NY) and Green Mountains (VT).

Self-Guided Tours: Maps and routes provided for solo exploration.

Adventure/Dirt Rides: Dedicated routes for ADV riders.

4. Entertainment

Opening Celebration: Live music and major prize giveaways (often a motorcycle).

Comedy Shows: Regularly features Alonzo Bodden (comedian and rider).

Block Party: Live music and street food on the waterfront (Friday/Saturday).

Pro Rodeo & BBQ: A unique event featuring a full rodeo and western-style dinner.

Boat Cruises: Sunset and fireworks cruises on Lake George (aboard the Minne Ha Ha).

Stunt Shows: Performances like the "Globe of Death" and trials riding.

Accommodations

Lodging in Lake George fills up extremely fast for this week.

Fort William Henry Hotel: The official HQ; premium location but sells out first.

Americade "Official" Hotels: The rally partners with several local hotels/motels that offer shuttle stops or discounts.

Camping: Several campgrounds are available in the surrounding Adirondack Park area.