2026 Winter Carnivals & Festivals in the Adirondacks
The Holidays May Be Over but Festive & Fun Events Are Not!
Winter is a magical time in the Adirondacks when communities come together to celebrate all that the region has to offer! Below, you'll find a list of the many winter carnivals and festivals that take place each winter. Most include competitions, games, food, fireworks, and family-friendly fun!
Garnet Hill Lodge offers options for both activity and relaxation. Spend the day exploring the cross-country ski and snowshoe trail network, then retreat to the cozy Log House to warm up by the fire. Ski passes are included with overnight stays! Learn More »
Long Lake Winter Carnival
When: January 17, 2026
Where: Mt. Sabattis, Geiger Arena, Long Lake
Highlights: Ice sculptures, cardboard sled races, keg toss, broom ball, fireworks
Saranac Lake Winter Carnival
When: February 6 - 15, 2026
Where: Saranac Lake
Highlights: Ice palace, parade, fry pan toss, snowshoe races, fireworks
Old Forge Winter Carnival
When: February 7 & 8, 2026
Where: McCauley Mountain, Old Forge
Highlights: Skiing, cardboard sled races, fireworks
Photo credit: Charles Henry Eldridge
Lake George Winter Carnival
When: Every Weekend in February
Where: Lake George Village
Highlights: Outhouse races, horse-drawn carriage rides, cookoffs, fireworks
SnoCade at Indian Lake
When: February 12 - 21, 2026
Where: Indian Lake
Highlights: kitty kat snowmobile races, live music, live music
Raquette Lake Winter Carnival
When: February 14 & 15, 2026
Where: Raquette Lake
Highlights: fry pan toss, golf on the lake, fireworks
Adirondack White Out Weekend
When: February 13 - 15, 2026
Where: Clifton-Fine Region
Highlights: Snow Croquet, Snow Labyrinth, Snowshoeing
Brant Lake Winter Carnival
When: February 14, 2026
Where: Ice in front of Jimbo's Club at the Point, NY-8, Brant Lake
Highlights: fry pan toss, human foosball, broom ball, curling, skating, fireworks
Frozen Fire & Lights
When: February 28, 2026
Where: Inlet, NY
Highlights: Cardboard Sled Race, Outhouse Races, Kids Snowmobile Races, Fireworks
Lake Placid Loppet
When: January 25, 2026
Where: Lake Placid
Highlights: Skiing & Racing, Celebration BBQ, Awards
Ticonderoga End of Winter Carnival
When: March 7, 2026
Where: Ticonderoga Armory, Ticonderoga, NY
Highlights: Snowmobile Rides, Broom Ball, Snow Painting
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