Since its inception over a century ago, the Saranac Lake Winter Carnival has become one of the most highly anticipated winter celebrations in the entire Adirondacks. Featuring an “Adirondack Festival” theme for 2018, the 10-day event will offer a multitude of fun and family-friendly events and activities from February 2-11. Want to get involved ahead of time? Parade and vendor applications are now open for the carnival, and you can submit your nominations for King & Queen too.
Photo Credit: Donna Lichti
About the Saranac Lake Winter Carnival
For many, the Saranac Lake Winter Carnival isn’t just another winter festival, it’s a tradition. This long-running celebration welcomes visitors to the Saranac Lake community for a wide range of activities, attractions, and events the whole family can enjoy, including the annual Gala Parade, outdoor sports and games, live performances, fireworks, and much more.
Best of all, carnival-goers can experience the iconic ice palace, which is constructed from massive blocks of ice each year. The ice is harvested from Lake Flower and then built into a palace near the NY State boat launch on the lake’s shoreline. It’s truly a sight to behold!
Applications & Nominations for the 2018 Carnival
Photo Provided: 2017 King John Wamsganz and Queen Anita Meserole
In preparation for the 2018 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival, the Saranac Lake Winter Carnival Committee is now accepting parade and vendor applications, as well as nominations for this year’s King & Queen.
Parade Applications
Would you like to be a performer or participate in the Saranac Lake Winter Carnival Gala Parade on February 10? Start planning now! Trophies will be awarded for floats in walking units in six categories: Business, Civic or Volunteer Group, Youth Group, School Group, Independent Group, and Animal Unit.
Each parade entry is rated for the following: how much it matches the “Adirondack Festival” theme, sound system, live music, choreography, costumes, float decoration, creativity, and unusual item.
Completed parade applications should be e-mailed to “parade@saranaclakewintercarnival.com,” dropped off at the Saranac Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, or mailed to the Winter Carnival Committee at P.O. Box 829, Saranac Lake, NY 12983, no later than February 7.
Vendor Applications
Become a vendor at the Saranac Lake Winter Carnival by applying today! Applications are available online at www.saranaclakewintercarnival.com and at the Saranac Lake Area Chamber of Commerce. Each completed vendor form must be mailed or dropped off at the Chamber of Commerce by January 28.
King & Queen Nominations
The public is welcome to submit nominations for the 2018 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival King & Queen. The final selections will be based on volunteerism in the local community and how much the nominees have helped others independently (outside of their profession).
Nominations must be submitted separately and include a list of the candidate’s past volunteer services. Each submission must be signed by the person submitting them and delivered to the appropriate place by January 18.
You can mail submissions to the following address: Winter Carnival Committee, Attention: King/Queen Nomination, P.O. Box 829, Saranac Lake, NY 12983. Alternatively, you can drop off your submissions to the Adirondack Daily Enterprise or the Saranac Lake Area Chamber of Commerce.
