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Jul. 4

Lake Placid's 4th of July Celebration -2026

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250th Commemoration

July 4th in Lake Placid, Celebrating the 250th anniversary of Independence!

This year's theme: "Rings of Independence" Celebrating 250 years and Lake Placid's Legacy

Fourth of July weekend in Lake Placid is chock full of events to entertain you and some in which you can participate! Everything from the parade, live music, Star Spangled Ski Jumps, The Lake Placid Horse Show, fireworks and more! 

  • 11:12 am Flyover by The Vermont National Guard - four F-35 Lightning II aircraft will soar over Lake Placid!

  • Live Music in Mid's Park from 1-4pm with All Night Boogie Band

  • July 4th Parade at 5 pm down the picturesque Main Street. A special appearance --our LOCAL OLYMPIANS will join this year. 

  • Immediately following the parade will be an Olympic Athlete signing at The Olympic Oval.

  • Inline Skating on the Olympic Oval! Come dressed in your most patriotic gear for a fun evening before the fireworks show. 6-9pm

  • Now in its third decade, Lake Placid's Set the Night to Music Fireworks Spectacular will light up the skies over Mirror Lake at 9:30 pm .This popular event annually draws several thousand people, so get there early and grab a spot on the shore of Mirror Lake. 

Don't miss the Lake Placid Horse Show and The Star Spangled Ski Jumps! 

Enjoy shopping, boating and dining all right in the heart of the village! 

Shop, eat, celebrate!  

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