High Peaks Farmers' Market Fresh local foods, handcrafted goods, and Adirondack-made products will return to downtown Lake Placid this summer as the High Peaks Farmers Markets launches its seasonal Lake Placid Farmers’ Market beginning July 1. The market will be held every Wednesday from July 1 through September 2 at the James C. [...]
IRONMAN Lake Placid is the longest-running American event aside from the IRONMAN World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.
Olympic Legacy Sites Where Miracles Are Made! There is never a shortage of fun events and activities at the Legacy Sites! Whether you’re looking for adrenaline rushing activities, leisurely scenic attractions, or anything in between, the Lake Placid Legacy Sites offer unique and unparalleled experiences for all ages and abilities. Did [...]
Join the celebration of Mother’s Day weekend in the Adirondacks with a scenic and family-friendly running event in Lake Placid! The Mother’s Day 5K & 10K offers runners of all levels a chance to enjoy the beauty of the Adirondack Rail Trail, with both distances featuring an out-and-back course that highlights the natural surroundings [...]
May Hikes As temperatures begin to raise for spring and early summer, lower elevation hikes remain a great option for staying active. As temperatures begin their gradual rise in preparation for the summer, the adventure of hikes doesn't have to wait until hot weather. In fact, May offers a unique opportunity for [...]
Azure Mountain Hike This moderate hike offers gorgeous views, including wildlife. It is included on the Adirondack Fire Tower Hiking Challenge. The hike up Azure Mountain is fairly short – just .9 miles to the summit for a 1.8 total out and back hike – and is rated as moderate. If you're [...]
Pond Skimming at Whiteface Saturday, April 11, 2026 A sure sign of spring in the Adirondacks, the annual pond skimming event is set to return to Whiteface Mountain on Saturday, April 11, 2026. This popular end-of-season tradition invites skiers and snowboarders to attempt a daring glide across a water-filled pond, combining skill, [...]
The Saranac Lake Winter Carnival begins Friday, February 3, 2023 and the theme is “Roman Around Carnival.” Running ten days until February 12th, you can find something for everyone to enjoy!
Arts Center Lake Placid Explore the Arts – October 2025 Explore the breathtaking beauty of Adirondack Park while taking in some of the highest caliber arts programming around. Since 1972, the Arts Center has presented programming of the highest caliber amidst the stunning backdrop of the Adirondack Park. We’re currently renovating our [...]
The World's Most Beautiful Winter Wonderland "This Upstate New York Village Was Just Named The World's Most Beautiful Winter Wonderland" —The Travel Lake Placid is one of the most established and enjoyable winter playgrounds in the United States, with a walkable downtown where you’re never far from nature. Home to two Winter Olympics games [...]
