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Lake George Winter Carnival

Lake George Winter Carnival

The Lake George Winter Carnival is arguably one of the best winter festivals in the Adirondack Mountains (… and there are many of them!).

The activities are centered in the Village of Lake George, Warren County. It has been an annual event since 1961. It’s becoming part of the history of the Adirondacks! The festival includes many of the favorite wintertime outdoor activities of the Adirondacks.

The Lake George NY Winter Festival is held annually on weekends throughout the month of February. Plus Lake George holds a “pre-winter carnival event” on New Year’s Day. Check out my events calendar for the specific dates. The celebration includes a polar bear swim, parade, running race, and other events.

Lake George Winter Carnival 2 Come for the weekend in February or just do one of those Adirondack day trips.

At the winter carnival you will find many attractions, activities and competitions that have been traditions for decades (like the outhouse races that have been going on for more than 20 years!).

Lake George Polar Bear Plunge

The Polar Bear Plunge/Swim started out as an annual event on New Year’s Day in the 1970s but has grown into a daily event each day of the winter carnival in February. …. Are these people crazy or what?



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The program is packed with fantastic activities and events for children and adults. There is something there for everyone. Bring your camera and capture some great Adirondack mountain photographs too! It’s great family fun!

Lake George dog sled rides

Some activities and events are held every Saturday and Sunday during the festival while others are held on certain weekend days. So check with the Lake George Chamber of Commerce if you’re looking for a particular event.

…. And when you’re here check out the view of Lake George from the top of Prospect Mountain!

Below are some of the activities you can expect to find. Enjoy some great Lake George recreation!



Children’s Activities and Games







Snowmobile Water Skip





Polar bear plunge x

Polar Plunge











See How Far You Can Drive a Golf Ball on the Ice (I understand the record is 800 yards!)









Children's Petting Zoo







Sky Diving









Dog Sled Rides









Ice Diving Demonstrations







Ice Castle and Ice Slide





And Much Much More! Including:

  • Fireworks

  • Mardi Gras Parade

  • Adirondack Hot Air Balloon Tether Rides

  • Adirondack Snowmobile Sleigh Rides

  • Winter Hot Air Balloon Fly-off

  • Vehicle Ice Races (sports car, 4x4 trucks, motorcycle, ATV, snowmobile)

  • Outhouse Races

  • Snowmobile Poker Run

  • GPS Scavenger Hunt

  • Blues Blast

  • Bon Fire on the Beach

  • Cook Offs (BBQ, chicken wing, chowder, chili)

  • Sports (flag football, frisbee golf, hockey shootout)

  • Encampment of the 1700’s

  • Wood Carving Demo

  • Snowshoe Demonstration

  • Kite Flying Demonstration


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