Adirondack Winter PRIDE Weekend | Lake Placid | March 7-9
- Lake Placid, NY, 12946 United States (map)
Inaugural Adirondack Winter PRIDE Celebration in Lake Placid
Be part of the first Adirondack Winter Pride weekend, March 7-9, 2025
Experience an unforgettable three-day Adirondack Winter PRIDE celebration in beautiful Lake Placid, one of America's original winter getaways.
Visit Lake Placid from Friday, March 7, to Sunday, March 9, for a vibrant celebration where members of the LGBTQI+ community, their families, and allies can come together. Enjoy a weekend filled with winter activities, festivities, delectable dining, and a region that offers après-ski experiences like no other.
Three days of Winter Pride fun
Over the course of three days, participants in Adirondack Winter PRIDE will have the opportunity to explore a variety of activities and events that showcase what makes Lake Placid a fun and welcoming destination.
Activities include skiing, skating, après-ski parties, shopping at local boutiques and galleries, dining, and international sporting competitions. This event is a celebration of both the winter season and pride.
The winter weekend kicks off with a jubilant Welcome Reception at the Lake Placid Conference Center. Visitors can pick up their registration packets, enjoy elegant charcuterie boards, and connect with the incredible community surrounding them for the rest of the weekend.
The following two days are filled with festive events and activities in Lake Placid. Explore one of the best main streets anywhere, which is lakeside and incredibly picturesque, or embark on a self-guided pub crawl to visit Lake Placid's five local craft breweries and tasting rooms.
Are you looking to express your creative spirit? Try making candles at Pure Placid or jewelry at Just Bead It.
Embrace the Olympic spirit by engaging with the interactive exhibits at the Lake Placid Olympic Museum.
Participants can also take advantage of discounted lift ticket pricing included with their registration, allowing them to ski or snowboard the impressive vertical slopes at Whiteface Mountain. If you prefer a flatter skiing experience, explore the miles of cross-country ski trails at Mt. Van Hoevenberg.
Bobsled track at Mt. Van Hoevenberg
Mt. Van Hoevenberg will host the first weekend of the International Bobsled & Skeleton World Championships from March 6 to 9. Admission is included with your PRIDE weekend registration.
This prestigious event brings together the world's top bobsled and skeleton athletes, all competing for the coveted title of World Champion in various disciplines. You might even see some former and future Olympians while you're there.
If skating is more your style, Adirondack Winter Pride has something special for you. They will host an exclusive skating party at the historic 1932 Jack Shea Arena this Sunday. Put on your most dazzling figure skating attire and come to the rink!
For more information, visit the event webpage or Adirondack Winter Pride’s Facebook page.
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Adirondack Winter PRIDE Weekend is a collaboration with the Lake Placid Region, Whiteface Mountain, the Olympic Regional Development Authority, ROOST, I Love NY, and the Adirondack North Country Gender Alliance.
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These ADK Pride outdoor hoodies are the perfect layer for your Adirondack adventurers. Their UPF 50+ sun protection keeps harmful UVA and UVB rays at bay, while their moisture-wicking properties keep you dry and comfortable under peak performance conditions.
Whether hiking, paddling, cycling, running, or simply lounging on a casual day, these hoodies remain breathable, stylish, and totally comfy. Extended sizes available.
.: Material: 100% moisture-wicking polyester
.: Assembled in the USA from globally sourced parts
.: Extra light fabric
.: Sun protection: UPF +50
| S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest width, in | 17.00 - 18.00 | 19.00 - 20.00 | 21.00 - 22.00 | 23.00 - 24.00 | 25.00 - 26.00 | 27.00 - 28.00 | 29.00 - 30.00 |
| Length, in | 28.00 | 29.00 | 30.00 | 31.00 | 32.00 | 33.00 | 34.00 |
| Sleeve length, in | 27.50 | 27.80 | 28.00 | 28.30 | 28.40 | 28.50 | 28.60 |
Sporty and chic, these quarter-zip pullovers allow you to show off your ADK PRIDE in style. They feature a cadet collar so you can layer and dress it up or down whether you're on the trail or out and about in town.
Made from 100% polyester fabric, they're durable and will last for years. The drop-tail hem creates a flattering silhouette. They also feature a reverse coil zipper that gives them a sleeker, more put-together look.
The perfect layer for hiking, paddling, or just hanging out by the campfire. Extended sizes available.
.: 100% polyester
.: Extra light fabric
.: Athletic fit
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Demonstrate your ADK PRIDE while enjoying your favorite hot or cold beverages. This tumbler is an excellent choice for daily use, keeping 20oz of your favorite beverages hot or cold thanks to the double-wall insulation.
Meanwhile, the stainless steel construction provides excellent durability, and it's dishwasher-safe for added convenience.
- Double-wall insulation
- Stainless steel (body), plastic and rubber (lid)
- One size: 20oz (0.59 l)
- Vacuum-insulated steel body with a clear push-on lid with a rubber gasket
- Glossy finish
Express your pride and love for the Adirondacks with this unisex garment-dyed t-shirt made with 100% ring-spun cotton. The soft-washed, garment-dyed fabric brings extra coziness to your wardrobe while the relaxed fit makes it an excellent daily choice.
The double-needle stitching throughout the tee makes it highly durable, while the lack of side seams helps the shirt retain its tubular shape.
- The medium-weight fabric is made of high-quality, 100% ring-spun US cotton for long-lasting comfort.
- The relaxed fit is appropriate for both casual and semi-formal settings, while the crew neckline delivers that classic, neat style that makes it perfect for accessorizing.
- The pre-shrunk fabric ensures a consistently great fit.
- Sewn-in twill label.
- Made using 100% US cotton that is ethically grown and harvested. The manufacturer is also a proud member of the US Cotton Trust Protocol, ensuring ethical and sustainable means of production.
| S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width, in | 18.25 | 20.25 | 22.00 | 24.00 | 26.00 | 27.75 |
| Length, in | 26.62 | 28.00 | 29.37 | 30.75 | 31.62 | 32.50 |
| Sleeve length from center back, in | 16.25 | 17.75 | 19.00 | 20.50 | 21.75 | 23.63 |
Quench your thirst and show your ADK PRIDE in style with this stainless steel water bottle. This 32oz water bottle features a double-wall stainless steel build that keeps your drinks frosty for 24 hours or soothingly hot for 12 hours.
It is BPA-free and comes with a twist-on lid for easy sipping, making it excellent for daily use at work, in the gym, in the car, on the trail, aboard any watercraft and beyond.
.: Materials: 100% stainless steel (body), 100% polypropylene (lid)
.: BPA-free, twist-on lid
.: Double-wall stainless steel construction
The baseball cap, an all-American wardrobe icon, is the perfect accessory to show your ADK PRIDE.
ADK Taste's PRIDE cap is made with 100% cotton and features the signature low-profile look that made it famous outside the field. Knock it out of the park as you celebrate PRIDE month in the ADK.
.: 100% Cotton Twill
.: Structured, Low-Fitting
.: Adjustable Velcro® closure
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Celebrate ADK PRIDE with our custom 20oz tumblers featuring a double-wall, stainless steel construction for high-end insulation and durability.
The clear, push-on plastic lid makes sipping a breeze on the go, while the ribbed bottom provides an optimized, steady grip.
.: Double-wall stainless steel construction
.: 20oz (0.6l)
.: Easy sipping, clear push-on plastic lid
.: Narrow mouth opening
.: Ribbed at the bottom for optimized grip
.: Product sourced from China
.: Hand wash only