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Lake Placid Holiday Village Stroll 2025

Make your holidays merry and bright in Lake Placid this December! 

A Lake Placid tradition, the Holiday Village Stroll is a festive weekend perfect for families and couples, set in the winter wonderland of Lake Placid, New York. This three-day event features activities such as a skating party, photos with Santa, a free movie screening, and a fun scavenger hunt.

Please note that the activities and schedule are subject to change, and we always encourage calling ahead for any reservations needed. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the most up-to-date event changes. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the most up-to-date changes.

Schedule of Events 

2025 Schedule not available yet, please see 2024 events below: 

See all Holiday Village Stroll events.

All Weekend

  • Scavenger Hunt
  • Costume Contest
  • Pet Costume Contest

Friday

  • Skating Party in the 1932 Rink at the Olympic Center – 5 pm-6:30pm – FREE and FREE skating rentals
  • Live Music at Generations Tap & Grill – 6pm-9pm
  • Cocktail hours featuring craft cocktails and festive cheer at The Bluebird Hotel Lounge – 6pm and following The Jim Breuer Show! 
  • Ugly Sweater Party at The Cottage – 6-9pm

Saturday

  • Jingle Bell Run at the Mirror Lake Beach House – 8:30am
  • Holiday Card Making at The Lake Placid Public Library – 10am-3pm 
  • Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair at the Adirondack Community Church – 10am-2pm
  • Crafts & Games at the Lake Placid Public Library – 10am-3pm
  • Singing & Storytime at St. Eustace Church – 11am
  • Santa's Arrival at Mid's Park – 12pm
  • Santa Photos at Mid's Park – 12pm-1:30 pm
  • Meet & Greet with Olaf at Little Blue House, plus get a FREE ornament (while supplies last) and complimentary chocolate chip cookies – 11am-4pm
  • Wine Tasting at The Boat Tasting Room – 2-5pm
  • Tree Lighting and Celebration at Mid's Park – 5pm
  • Live Music at the Lake House – 5-8pm

Sunday

  • Free Movie (The Polar Express) at the Palace Theatre – 11am
  • Free cookies and cocoa with Santa at The Mirror Lake Inn – 11:30am-1pm
  • Santa Ski at Whiteface Mountain – 8am-4:30pm – Wear a Santa suit and ski for free!
  • Annual Christmas Concert at Adirondack Community Church – 3pm 
  • Chris Kringle Caravan throughout Lake Placid – 4pm

Be sure to check out the full schedule along with shopping promotions and dining promotions throughout town for the weekend for more holiday fun! 

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Language of Wonder Workshop

The Language of Wonder Workshop

Sunday, July 28th, 11am

Nothing conveys possibility and wonder like the beings that grow in the forest. On July 28th, 2024, from 11am to 12:45, join poet and writer Susan Jefts to explore some poems and a bit of science celebrating the amazing lives of trees. We'll take a short walk on the Adirondack Interpretive Center trails through the woods near the lakeshore, where you'll be guided into what images, scents, and sounds carry energy and meaning for you. We'll use poetry and forest prompts as guides for writing our own expressions of wonder. No experience with poetry needed. Bring a pen and notebook.

Cost: $15 per person

Register using the link below or by emailing shample@esf.edu
https://forms.gle/hdrQPJ53qfs2f1PD9

Schroon Lake Paddle-Fest

The Schroon Lake Paddle-Fest! 

  • Join us to paddle from Rt 74 to the Schroon Lake Boathouse... drop your boat, drive back and park near the Town Beach, and we will bus you back to the launch 
  • Live Music from the Bear Naked Bears
  • Food and beverage provided in the Boathouse
  • Local canoe and kayak vendors will be there with boats to test paddle and merch to buy! 

Pre-registration is required, you can sign up here: 

 

Oktoberfest at Paradox Brewery

Oktoberfest at Paradox is HERE! 

Get ready to raise your steins and celebrate in true Bavarian style with us on September 20th! Save the date! More details coming soon!

Good times, great food, and even better beer—what more could you want? Prost!

Huntington Lecture Series - Trail Makers: 100 Years of the Northville-Placid Trail

Trail Makers: 100 Years of the Northville-Placid Trail

Thursday, July 11th, 7pm

One hundred years ago Edwin "Doc" Noyes, and Howard Rowe cleared the way for the Northville-Placid Trail, a remote backcountry trail taking hikers on a journey through the heart of the Adirondacks. Join Conservator and Collections Manager of the Adirondack Experience, the Museum on Blue Mountain Lake, Doreen Alessi-Holmes to learn about the history of this roughly 138 mile trek across the Adirondacks.

All lectures begin at 7pm at the Adirondack Interpretive Center and are free thanks to the support of the Adirondack Park Institute.

Paradox Brewery Holiday Market

Get into the holiday spirit at Paradox Brewery's Holiday Market! 

Head to the Brewery for an afternoon of festive fun featuring 10-12 local vendors offering a variety of unique gifts and seasonal goods. Whether you're shopping for that perfect holiday present or just want to treat yourself, there’s something for everyone!

While you browse, enjoy Paradox's handcrafted beers and nibble on delicious small bites. It’s the perfect way to relax, sip, shop, and celebrate the season.

Bring your friends, family, and holiday cheer! Free admission. All ages welcome. 

Teddy Roosevelt Weekend

Celebrate Theodore Roosevelt’s Legacy in the Adirondacks

TR Weekend is Newcomb's premier event, celebrating Theodore Roosevelt's remarkable journey from the High Peaks wilderness to the White House after President McKinley’s assassination in Buffalo, NY. The weekend features a wide range of events for all ages, from outdoor activities and historical tours to crafts, music, and delicious meals. The event brings the community together to honor Roosevelt's legacy and experience the beauty of Newcomb and the Adirondacks.

2025 TR Weekend schedule!

Friday, September 12th, 2025

  • 2:00 p.m. – Pickle Ball Mixer at the Lilbern Yandon Memorial Ball Field. Watch these free-spirited athletes in action!
  • 6:30 p.m. – Friendly Feud Home Game in the NCS auditorium. Enjoy a hilarious time with TR as the Master of Ceremonies.

Saturday, September 13th, 2025

  • 8:30 a.m. - FREE Wagon Rides into Camp Santanoni from the Santanoni Preserve parking lot. Reservations required.
  • 9:00 – Kids Fishing Derby at Winslow’s Pond on 28N. Bring your own fishing pole!
  • 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. – Hike Goodnow Mountain and meet Mike Gooden at the Fire Tower for a nature talk.
  • 10:00 a.m. – TR Weekend Craft Fair at Overlook Park. Browse Adirondack artisans, wares, quilts, photographs, and more.
  • 10:30 a.m. – Demonstration of timbersports skills with a competitive spirit between ESF and Paul Smiths. Axe Throwing and Pole climbing included. A crowd pleaser and TR is always around to comment, ad lib, encourage, and sometimes participate.
  • 11:00 a.m –  Newcomb Central School Class of 2028 car wash at the Health Center. 
  • 12:30 – Music by Eric Peter at Overlook Park.
  • 3:00 – TR (Joe Wiegand) visits the Exhibit: Drawn to the Wilderness~Newcomb Guides, and speaks to visitors there.

Sunday, September 14th, 2025

  • 8:30 a.m. - FREE Wagon Rides into Camp Santanoni from the Santanoni Preserve parking lot. Reservations required
  • 8:30 a.m.- TR Weekend's Annual Golf Tournament. Lunch is offered by the Newcomb Central School 2026 Class. Call the Golf Course to sign up. 518.582.3211: ext. 1003
  • 8:30 a.m. – Ty Yandon Memorial 5K Race for all ages, with trophies awarded for each category. Contact Jolene, Newcomb Health Center administrator to sign up. 518-582-2991 and speak the the office manager, Jolene
  • 1:30 AND 3:30 p.m. – Tour the Santanoni Gate House with guide Chuck Higgerson. 

Food will be available throughout the weekend, thanks to the Newcomb Central School classes!

Fall Into Adventure in the Adirondack Hub

Explore everything there is to do this fall in the Adirondack Hub! From scenic hikes and outdoor adventures to charming local events, there’s something for everyone in the heart of the Adirondacks. The Adirondack Hub includes the picturesque towns of Newcomb, North Hudson, Minerva, and Schroon Lake—each offering unique experiences, beautiful landscapes, and rich history. Whether you’re looking to enjoy the fall foliage, explore historic sites, or take part in local festivals and activities, the Adirondack Hub is the perfect destination to experience the beauty and spirit of the Adirondacks this fall.

Minerva Community Clean up Day

2024 Community Clean up day!

All are welcome! Meet at the Minerva Town Hall, lower level, between 9am and 11am. 

  • Join a Group or work Solo
  • Pick any Road. Trash Bags & gloves are provided
  • Picnic to follow at 12 pm at Donnelly Beach Pavilion. Join US!!

Spring Birding Walk

Spring Birding Walk

Saturday, May 11th – 9:30am

LJ and Emily

Join us to look for songbirds, waterfowl, raptors, and other feathered creatures. Guest birders James Mills and Emily Reichert will be your guides for a walk along the Rich Lake Marsh on the Huntington Wildlife Forest. This walk is along a mostly level dirt road and great for beginning birders. Binoculars are available thanks to Northern New York Audubon. Space is limited. Registration required. Email shample@esf.edu to register or use the following link: https://forms.gle/x9uhTFcTD4Q5RaCp8

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