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2026 Season

Themed Weekends
at Rainbow Lake

From the moment the pools open in May until the final pumpkin-lit weekend in October, every weekend at Allegany Mountain Resort has a reason to be here.

24Themed Weekends
6Months of Fun
May–Oct2026 Season
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Every Weekend Has a Story

Our themed weekends are what regulars circle on the calendar in March. They’re the reason kids ask if they can stay one more night, the reason grandparents drive up from out of state, and the reason summer feels longer here than anywhere else.

The activities below run alongside everything you already love at the resort — the pools, the lake, the mini golf, the cafe. Use this page to plan your visits, then come back later for fine-grained schedules.

01
The Season Opens

May 2026

May May 1 – 3 Opening Weekend

Welcome Back

Settle back in your favorite chair, take a deep breath, and let the season begin.

  • Park reopens
  • Campfires & quiet evenings
May May 8 – 10 Holiday

Mother’s Day

Treat the moms in your family to a slow morning at the lake.

  • Mother’s Day pancake breakfast at the Café
May May 15 – 17

Victoria Day

A quieter weekend with British-tea-room flair.

  • Teatime
  • Make bookmarks
May May 22 – 25 Holiday Weekend

Memorial Day

The unofficial start of summer. Pools open, activities ramp up, and the resort kicks into full gear.

  • Pools open
  • Park-wide Yard Sale
  • Golf cart parade
  • Weekend activities begin
May May 29 – 31

Nature Navigator

Find your way through the woods using only the basics.

  • Compass skills
02
Activities in Full Swing

June 2026

June June 5 – 7

Medieval Times

Knights, swords, and lakeside chivalry.

  • Foam sword training
  • Jousting contest
June June 12 – 14 1st Annual

Collectors Gallery

A weekend for collectors, neighbors, and curious wanderers.

  • Collectors showcase
  • Reserved site open house
  • 1st annual Beer & Wine tasting
June June 19 – 21 Holiday

Father’s Day

Dad gets the lake, the canoe, and the pancakes.

  • Fishing derby
  • Father & child canoe race
  • Bird house building
  • Pancake breakfast
June June 26 – 28

Annual Safari Experience

Bring your favorite four-legged family member.

  • Pet show
03
Peak Summer

July 2026

July July 3 – 6 Holiday Weekend

4th of July

Independence Day at the resort — weekly activities, fireworks of fun, and the second park-wide yard sale of the year.

  • Weekly activities begin
  • Park-wide Yard Sale
  • Golf cart parade
  • Pool party
July July 10 – 12

Superhero & Villains

Capes welcome. Masks encouraged.

  • Costume contest
  • Obstacle course
  • East Otto Fire Department basket raffle
  • Fire safety class
July July 17 – 19 2nd Annual

Pirate Adventure

Scavenger hunts on land, suds at the cart wash, all for a good cause.

  • Scavenger hunt
  • 2nd annual Golf Cart Wash for Cancer
July July 24 – 26

Christmas at the Lake

Yes, in July. Lights, parade, and a visit from the big man himself.

  • Mr. & Mrs. Claus
  • Site decorating
  • Golf cart parade
  • Christmas party
July July 31 – Aug 2

New Year’s @ the Lake

A second chance at the year’s biggest night, summer-style.

  • Prom night
04
Long Days, Lake Days

August 2026

August Aug 7 – 9

Wet & Wacky

Lean into the heat. Bring towels.

  • Slip & slide kickball
  • Water wars
August Aug 14 – 16

Vintage Village

Classic cars rolling through the park.

  • Classic Car Show
August Aug 21 – 23

Arts & Crafts Showcase

A weekend of makers, artisans, and small-batch finds.

  • Vendor showcase
August Aug 28 – 30 Featured

Rainbow Lake Olympics

A full-day competition across the entire park.

  • All-day Olympics
05
A Slower Cadence

September 2026

September Sept 4 – 7 Holiday Weekend

Labor Day

The last big push of the summer. After this, activities move to weekends only.

  • Cardboard boat race
  • AMR’s Got Talent
  • Golf cart parade
  • Park-wide Yard Sale
September Sept 11 – 13

Sports Fans

Reps from every league welcome.

  • Dress in your favorite sports team
September Sept 18 – 20

Science & Discovery

Hands-on experiments for curious kids.

  • Building science experiments
September Sept 25 – 27

Fall Harvest

A gentle send-off as the leaves start to turn.

  • Goodbye to summer
06
The Season Closes

October 2026

October Oct 2 – 4

Music & Dance

Move your feet to the beat.

  • Live music
  • Dance the night away
October Oct 9 – 12 Closing Weekend

Columbus, Halloween & Thanksgiving

Three holidays, one weekend. The whole resort goes out together.

  • Kids party
  • Costume parade
  • Trick or treating
  • Haunted house
  • Decorating contest
  • Golf cart parade
  • Thanksgiving dinner

Plan Your 2026 Visit

Whether you’re bringing the kids for Superhero Weekend, the dog for the Pet Show, or just yourself for a quiet Memorial Day, we’ll help you find the right time to come up.

Schedules and themes are subject to change. Check back closer to your visit for detailed activity times.