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Glens Falls board approves Thanksgiving race, Crandon Park seasonal display and Dec. 6 holiday kickoff
Summary
The Glens Falls Board of Public Safety unanimously approved permits and resolutions for three seasonal community events — the Open Door Mission 'Gobble Wobble' (Nov. 27), a Crandon Park display (Nov. 29–Jan. 1) and a city-run holiday kickoff (Dec. 6) — while noting DPW logistics and traffic impacts.
The Glens Falls Board of Public Safety voted unanimously Wednesday to approve three seasonal community events, setting dates and basic logistics for each.
The board approved the fifth annual Open Door Mission "Gobble Wobble," scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 27, 8:30–10:30 a.m., with set up the same morning. The route will start at the Open Door Mission on Warren Street, proceed up Black Street to Dix Avenue, loop past Hunter and Bay streets, include a portion of Len Street to the circle, and finish back on Warren Street. Takedown and removal of signs were scheduled to be completed the following week.
Members also approved a seasonal installation at Crandon Park to run Nov. 29 through Jan. 1, 2026, with tree removal to be completed by Jan. 4. Event organizers estimate between 100 and 500 visitors per day, with the heaviest traffic on weekends; viewing is permitted until 10 p.m. Board members noted the primary operational challenge is DPW coordinating electric service to temporary displays.
Finally, the board approved a city-run holiday season kickoff on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Ed Pavilion. The city requested a road closure on South Street between Elm and Broad for food trucks, tree decorating and family activities; the weekend programming also includes a Friday-night tree lighting and a Sunday indoor craft festival at the Queensbury Hotel.
All three items passed on voice votes. Board members said they expect staff and event organizers to coordinate with DPW on traffic control, electrical hookups and post-event takedown.
