Great Adirondack Events
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Lake Placid Marathon, Half Marathon, & 10K | June 14, 2026
Run (or cheer) in one of the Adirondacks’ most iconic races.
“The Wizard of Oz” | Lake Placid | June 19, 2026
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Arts Center Lake Placid.
Lake Placid Horse Shows | June 23 to July 5, 2026
The Lake Placid Horse Shows have brought elite riders, remarkable horses, and Olympic-caliber sporting tradition to the ADK.
Whiteface Mountain Races | Wilmington, NY | July 4, 2026
More than a race, it's a mountain-sized reality check.
Ironman Lake Placid | July 19, 2026
One of the Adirondacks’ biggest athletic events returns July 19, 2026.
CAN-AM Rugby Tournament | Saranac Lake and Lake Placid | July 24-26, 2026
The CAN-AM Rugby Tournament returns to the Adirondacks, bringing 100+ teams, high-energy matches, and a festival atmosphere.
Lake Placid | Memorial Day Parade | May 25, 2026
Honor Memorial Day in Lake Placid with a downtown parade, veteran ceremonies, and Adirondack community traditions.
MOVIE “Grease” | Lake Placid | May 22, 2026
“Grease” screens at the Arts Center Lake Placid, bringing classic movie magic to Memorial Day Weekend in the Adirondacks.
The Traveling Hoot Show | Lake Placid | May 18, 2026
The Traveling Hoot Show brings North Country musicians, bluegrass, and listening-room energy to Lake Placid.
The Comedy Zone: Andy Woodhull | Lake Placid | May 16, 2026
National touring comedian Andy Woodhull heads to Lake Placid for a night of sharp stand-up comedy at the Arts Center.
Ausable River Two-Fly Challenge | Wilmington | May 14-16, 2026
The Ausable River Two-Fly Challenge returns with high-stakes fly fishing, riverside gatherings, live music, and Adirondack tradition.
Bindlestiff Family Cirkus | Lake Placid | May 9, 2026
Step right up. The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Trio brings juggling, comedy, and classic sideshow spectacle to the Adirondacks.
John Brown Day | Lake Placid | May 9, 2026
John Brown Day returns to Lake Placid with a powerful mix of history, music, and reflection.
Lake Placid Mother’s Day 5K & 10K Race | May 9, 2026
Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with a scenic 5K or 10K on the Adirondack Rail Trail in Lake Placid.
MOVIE “Hairspray” | Lake Placid | May 8, 2026
Big hair, bigger message. Hairspray hits the Annex screen in Lake Placid.
“Mr. Nobody Against Putin” | Lake Placid | May 1, 2026
An Oscar-winning documentary comes to Lake Placid for one night only.
“Chicago” Movie | Lake Placid | April 24, 2026
An Oscar-winning musical returns to the big screen.
Apple Butter Open | Whiteface | Wilmington, NY | April 12, 2026
Spring skiing gets a sweet twist at Whiteface Mountain’s Apple Butter Open.
International Pond Skimming Competition | Whiteface | April 11, 2026
Whiteface Mountain’s legendary pondskimming competition returns April 11.
Easter Celebration | Whiteface | April 5, 2026
Celebrate Easter Adirondack-style at Whiteface Mountain near Lake Placid.
Spring Bouldering Competition | Mt. Van Hoevenberg | Lake Placid | April 4, 2026
Chalk up for one of the Adirondacks’ most welcoming climbing events.
Full Moon Ski & Snowshoe Party | Mt. Van Hoevenberg | March 28, 2026
Full moon magic in late March near Lake Placid.
Bobsled & Skeleton North American Cup | Lake Placid | March 26-27, 2026
Future Olympic hopefuls are racing into Lake Placid for the Bobsled & Skeleton North American Cup.
Barkha Dance | Lake Placid | March 21, 2026
A mesmerizing blend of rhythm, storytelling, and tradition arrives in Lake Placid.
ECAC Men’s Hockey Championship | Lake Placid | March 20-21, 2026
Championship D1 college ice hockey action at Herb Brooks Arena in Lake Placid’s Olympic Center.
Stifel Lake Placid Finals – Coop FIS Cross-Country World Cup | March 20-22, 2026
See Olympic stars race in the Stifel Lake Placid Finals.
ECAC Women’s Hockey Championship | Lake Placid | March 6-7, 2026
Championship college ice hockey action at Herb Brooks Arena in Lake Placid’s Olympic Center.
History Hike | John Brown Farm | North Elba | March 1, 2026
Join a March 1 guided snowshoe hike at John Brown Farm State Historic Site near Lake Placid.
Comedy Zone | Leighann Lord | Lake Placid | February 28, 2026
Leighann Lord headlines The Comedy Zone at the Lake Placid Center for the Arts.
Full Moon Ski & Snowshoe Party | Mt. Van Hoevenberg | February 28, 2026
Full moon magic in late February near Lake Placid.
Winter Pride Weekend | Lake Placid | February 27-March 1, 2026
Elevate your winter with a three-day celebration of community, connection, and classic Adirondack fun in Lake Placid
Banff Centre Film Festival Tour 2026 | February 15, 2026 | Lake Placid
An annual event showcasing films with breathtaking cinematography, powerful storytelling, and the shared spirit of exploration.
Herb Brooks Statue Unveiling | Lake Placid | January 31, 2026
Legendary coach of the 1980 Miracle on Ice to be honored with a new statue in Lake Placid.
Full Moon Ski & Snowshoe Party | Mt. Van Hoevenberg | January 31, 2026
Ski under 2026’s mid-winter Snow Moon near Lake Placid.
Lake Placid Loppet | January 25, 2026
The Loppet, a celebration of cross-country skiing for all ages and abilities.
Backcountry Film Festival | Lake Placid | January 10, 2025
The film festival celebrates the magic of backcountry sports in the Adirondack winter.
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