Tidbits...

  • Cabins are 3 miles from the Village of Saranac Lake 
  • ...and 10 miles from Lake Placid 
  • Saranac Lake was voted as an All American City and as one of America's Best 100 Small Towns 
  • Lake Placid was the site of the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics 
  • Lake Placid now hosts the Ironman Competition yearly.

Adirondack events in January

  • North American Snowshoe Classic: 
    Long and short distance racers from the U.S. and Canada compete in this annual event.
  • Saranac Lake Winter Orienteering Weekend: 
    Competitors race between "controls" on ski or snowshoes, by day and night, relying on a map, a compass and their wits
  • Grow Your Own Tree Hugger, 1/16 visit: http://www.wildcenter.org
  • FIS Freestyle World Cup, 1/18-24
    For more information visit: http://www.orda.org
  • Boreal Bird in the Adirondack Park, 1/23
    For more information visit: http://www.wildcenter.org
  • USASA Slopestyle - NYSEF, 1/24
    Location Town: Wilmington  
  • NorAm Freestyle-Moguls and Ski Cross   
    Competition in moguls and ski cross.  1/24-31
    For more information visit: http://www.whitefacelakeplacid.com
  • Winter Photography Workshop, 1/30 
    For more information visit: http://www.wildcenter.org
  • The Wild Adirondacks: A Conversation with Carl Heilman, 1/30, For more information visit: http://www.wildcenter.org

Adirondack events in February

  • Empire State Winter Games:
    The Empire State Winter Games are held annually in Lake Placid. Visit www.empirestategames.org/winter/ for more information.
  • Tri-Lakes Snowmobile Club Poker Run: 
    A great opportunity for snowmobilers to ride miles of groomed trails and win prizes.
  • Saranac Lake Winter Carnival: 
    The oldest Winter Carnival in the eastern U.S. features its trademark ice palace and a full week of sporting events, concerts, theatre presentations, parades, fireworks and much, much more. Winter Carnival is scheduled every February. For event schedule, visit www.saranaclake.com.

Adirondack events in March

  • Lake Colby Ice Fishing Derby:
    The Saranac Lake Fish & Game Club offers a variety of prizes in this popular event.
  • Icebreaker Canoe Race: 
    The Saranac Lake area canoe race season begins with a five mile, "just for fun" race on the Saranac River.

Adirondack events in May

  • Round the Mountain Canoe Race: 
    A 10-mile canoe race. Click here for more details.

Adirondack events in June

  • Saranac Lake Father's Day Fishing Derby: 
    All day long on Lake Colby, for kids only.
  • June Bug Run: 
    Children's race and 5k run/walk in Saranac Lake.
  • Lake Placid Horse Show:
    The Lake Placid and I Love New York Horse Shows, is held late June through early July at the North Elba Showgrounds in Lake Placid, NY. Visit www.LakePlacidHorseShow.com
  • Lake Placid Film Forum:
    Screenings of over 60 new films, premieres, presentations by noted writers, actors, directors and more. Visit www.lakeplacidfilmforum.com.

Adirondack events in July

  • Fourth of July
    Saranac Lake Kiddie parade, park concert, fireworks.
  • Willard Hanmer Guideboat & Canoe Race:
    A full day of boat races on Lake Flower and the Saranac River: guideboats, canoes, rowing shells and war canoes along with a community picnic. Click here for further details.
  • Mason's Craft Fair/Flea Market: 
    New and used, handmade and homemade is the fare at this fund raising event.
  • Craftfest: 
    The largest juried art show in the North Country.
    Adirondack Wildlife Festival: Workshops, nature hikes, music, storytelling crafts and more at the Adirondack Park Visitors Interpretive Center.
  • NEACA Gun Show: 
    A definite stop for all gun collectors.
    Adirondack Antique Show & Sale: A wide variety of antiques and collectibles will be displayed at this popular event held at the Saranac Lake Civic Center.

Adirondack events in July & August

  • Ironman USA/Lake Placid:
    Competitors from around the world will arrive in Lake Placid to compete in one of only 4 official Ironman Triathlons to be held in the continental U.S. Visit www.ironmanusa.com for details.
  • Downtown Thursday Night in Saranac Lake: 
    Music, magic, storytelling and more are featured at the Berkeley Green every Thursday evening throughout the summer.
  • Friday Night in the Park Concert Series: 
    Free concerts on Friday evenings in July and August on Lake Flower in Saranac Lake..

Adirondack events in August

  • Lake Placid Art and Craft Festival
    Visit www.craftproducers.com for details.
  • Can-Am Rugby Tournament:
    Over 100 teams from the U.S. and Canada compete in North America's largest tournament. Visit  http://www.canamrugby.com for details.
  • Come To The Fair Book Sale: 
    A wide selection of books and other items will be available at the Saranac Lake Free Library's annual fund raiser.
  • Paint & Palette Show: 
    An art show and sale featuring works by regional artists.
  • Cabin Fever Quilters Quilt Show: 
    The fine art of quilting is displayed by this talented group.
  • St. Regis Bridge Tournament: 
    Bridge players will enjoy the ambience of the Hotel Saranac during this annual event.

Adirondack events in September

  • Pendragon Theatre: 
    Region-wide arts festival centered in Saranac Lake. Visit http://www.pendragontheatre.com/ 
  • Bloomingdale Fire Department Field Day: 
    Games, food and fun for the entire family.
  • Adirondack Canoe Classic: 
    A 90-mile journey through the heart of the wilderness, from Old Forge to Saranac Lake; three days of adventure, friendly competition and Adirondack hospitality. 

Adirondack events in September - October

  • Fall Foliage tours
  • Oktoberfest, Whiteface Mountain

Adirondack events in December

  • Winter Cup Sports and Events at Olympic Venues:
    See the world-class athletes train and compete in Bobsled, Luge, Skeleton and Freestyle throughout the Winter. For complete schedule and details visit www.orda.org
  • Sparkle Village: 
    Downtown Saranac Lake sparkles with thousands of tiny white lights and a variety of special holiday events including the arrival of Santa Claus, fashion show, craft show, community Christmas caroling and much more.
  • Figure Skating:
    The Olympic Center in Lake Placid boasts the greatest amount of ice surface in the world. For information on Figure Skating shows and training, visit www.lakeplacidskating.com.

For a complete guide of local events, visit our local Chamber of Commerce Websites  at Saranac Lake or Lake Placid.

 

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