The Holidays May Be Over but Festive & Fun Events Are Not!
Find Info for 2022 Winter Carnivals & Festivals in the Adirondacks
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 »
Please note: Be sure to double-check with each event's organizers before attending, as some of the happenings are weather-dependent or could change because of COVID guidelines. The highlights featured for each event are for a typical year - click through to the event listing for this year's info.
Long Lake Winter Carnival
When: January 15, 2022
Where: Mt. Sabattis, Geiger Arena, Long Lake
Highlights: Cardboard box sled racing, snowmobile parade, ice sculptures
Saranac Lake Winter Carnival
When: February 4 - 13, 2022
Where: Saranac Lake
Highlights: Ice Palace, traditional winter sports, gala parade
Old Forge Winter Carnival
When: (cancelled for 2022)
Where: McCauley Mountain, Old Forge
Highlights: Daredevil jumpers, torchlight skiing, parade, coronation of King & Queen, fireworks
Photo credit: Charles Henry Eldridge
Lake George Winter Carnival
When: Every Weekend in February, 2022
Where: Lake George Village
Highlights: Parade, outhouse races, ATV races, fireworks
SnoCade at Indian Lake
When: February 19 - 26, 2022
Where: Indian Lake
Highlights: Snowmobile tours and races, torch run, activities, fireworks
Raquette Lake Winter Carnival
When: February 18 - 20, 2022
Where: Raquette Lake
Highlights: Please note, this is a "Lite" version of the Winter Carnival and will include only fireworks at 7pm over Raquette Lake, with a possibility of ice golf.
Adirondack White Out Weekend
When: February 18 - 20, 2022
Where: Clifton-Fine Region
Highlights: Winter sports, live music, snow croquet, snow labyrinth, and snowshoeing
Brant Lake Winter Carnival
When: (cancelled for 2022)
Where: Ice in front of Jimbo's Club at the Point, NY-8, Brant Lake
Highlights: Hockey shootout, human foosball, curling, sledding, and more
Adirondack Winter Fest (formerly Adirondack Snowshoe Fest)
When: February 25 - 27, 2022
Where: Saranac Lake, NY
Highlights: Snowshoeing at two different locations
Frozen Fire & Lights
When: February 26, 2022
Where: Inlet, NY
Highlights: Cardboard sled race, snowmobile races for kids, activities, fireworks display
Ticonderoga End of Winter Carnival
When: March 4 - 6, 2022
Where: Ticonderoga Armory, Ticonderoga, NY
Highlights: Snowmobile rides, mini-golf, broom ball, snow painting
Lake Placid Loppet
When: (cancelled for 2022)
Where: Lake Placid
Highlights: Skiing and racing, celebration BBQ, awards