The Best Things to Do Over the Holiday Weekend
Have a holly jolly holiday season.
If you’re spending time in the Adirondacks over the holidays, there are plenty of great events and happenings to take advantage of.
From the Wild Lights at the Wild Center in Tupper Lake to Souper Saturday and the Feeling Long Lakey Polar Plunge, there is something for everyone.
Plus, we’ve got ideas for ringing in the New Year.
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For over 30 years, the Hancock House Festival of Trees has become a cherished holiday tradition in Ticonderoga.
Sandra Hildreth’s exhibit at the Adirondack Artists Guild Gallery in Saranac Lake explores the subtleties of winter light and its impact on our perception and feelings.
The Wild Center in Tupper Lake transforms into a glowing winter playground with its celebrated nighttime light experience, blending forest, art, and winter ambience.
History, psychology, and moral reckoning take center stage when Nuremberg screens at Indian Lake Theater.
When winter settles into the heart of the Adirondacks, Long Lake knows exactly how to warm things up. The community invites locals and visitors alike to celebrate soup, stew, chili, and small-town hospitality.
And just in time for Souper Saturday, the annual Feeling Long Lake Polar Plunge returns on Saturday, December 27.
There’s no better way to wrap up a day on the slopes than with good music, a warm drink, and the easy camaraderie of après-ski.
Tannery Pond Center in North Creek will be filled with the bold, brassy sound of classic big band jazz this weekend.
The Muppets Christmas Carol Movie | FREE | North Creek | December 30, 2025
Enjoying a family-friendly screening featuring the beloved Muppets is a cozy way to wind down the holiday season
Wocka wocka wocka! →
Ring in 2025 the Adirondack way at Saranac Lake’s beloved North Country New Year Festival — a full-village celebration.
Start 2026 on the right foot with a guided First Day hike at various places across the Adirondacks.
Celebrate New Year’s Day with an annual Adirondack ritual, taking an icy dip in the waters of Lake George.
The world-famous sliding track at Mt. Van Hoevenberg is a proving ground for the next generation of winter sports stars.
Upcoming events in the Adirondacks
It’s never too early to start planning your next adventure in the ADK.
High-flying winter action at the Olympic Ski Jumping Complex in Lake Placid.
The 10th Annual Phil Edwards Memorial Hockey Tournament returns to Tupper Lake, bringing a full weekend of fast-paced hockey and hometown pride.
The Saranac Lake Winter Carnival, a cherished tradition since 1897, is one of the oldest winter carnivals in the United States.
Ice dreams. →
Each weekend, Lake George hosts fun-filled events and activities that are sure to help everyone overcome the winter blues.
To see all our recommendations for upcoming events in the Adirondacks, visit our events page.
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