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Lake Placid Sinfonietta | John Brown Farm | August 2, 2026
Music, mountain views, and one of the Adirondacks' most meaningful historic sites.
Lake Placid Ice Dance Championships | July 27-30, 2026
Watch hundreds of skaters—from rising juniors to elite seniors—take the ice at the historic Olympic Center.
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.
Ironman Lake Placid | July 19, 2026
One of the Adirondacks’ biggest athletic events returns July 19, 2026.
Lake Placid 4th of July Celebration | July 4, 2026
Lake Placid goes all out for America's 250th birthday with an F-35 flyover, live music, a Main Street parade, and fireworks over Mirror Lake.
Whiteface Mountain Races | Wilmington, NY | July 4, 2026
More than a race, it's a mountain-sized reality check.
Lake Placid Horse Shows | Now to July 5, 2026
The Lake Placid Horse Shows have brought elite riders, remarkable horses, and Olympic-caliber sporting tradition to the ADK.
Juneteenth | John Brown Farm | Lake Placid | June 21, 2026
Celebrate Juneteenth in the Adirondacks at John Brown Farm near Lake Placid.
Local Music Night | Slough Creek & The Allens | Lake Placid | June 20, 2026
Slough Creek's soaring Americana harmonies deliver an evening rooted in place, community, and great tunes.
“The Wizard of Oz” | Lake Placid | June 19, 2026
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Arts Center Lake Placid.
Reese Fulmer & The Carriage House Band | Lake Placid | June 15, 2026
Award-winning Americana artist Reese Fulmer brings his dynamic Carriage House Band to Arts Center Lake Placid.
Lake Placid Marathon, Half Marathon, & 10K | June 14, 2026
Run (or cheer) in one of the Adirondacks’ most iconic races.
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.
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