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 changes.
Schedule of Events
See all Holiday Village Stroll events.
All Weekend
Scavenger Hunt: While you’re strolling down Main Street, take the time to hunt for the hidden holiday symbols in select businesses’ windows. For a chance to win a prize, fill out and submit a form online, or pick one up from the Visitor’s Bureau and drop the completed form in Santa’s mailbox at Mid’s Park.
Decorating Contest: We’re inviting all Lake Placid businesses to join us in celebrating the holiday spirit during Holiday Village Stroll. As you stroll around town, look for the biggest and brightest decorations and vote for your favorite storefronts from December 12-14. The winning business will receive a trophy (and bragging rights!)
Friday
- 2:00pm: USA Luge Headquarters Tours and Rides
- 3–6:00pm: Terry Robard's Holiday Wine & Spirits Tasting
- 3–5:00pm: Learn to fly at the Olympic Jumping Complex! Kids 12 and under who are interested in learning how to ski jump are invited by NYSEF to this free event!
- 3–6:00pm: Face painting with Pipsqueak the Clown at High Peaks Resort
- 4–7:00pm: Make a Medal at the Olympic Museum Learning Center
- 5–6:30pm: Skating Party in the 1932 Rink at the Olympic Center. Free skating rentals available.
- 6–9:00pm: Ugly Sweater Party at The Cottage
- 7:00pm: A free showing of A Jar Full of Christmas, the Hallmark-style film shot in Lake Placid, at the Olympic Center's Lussi Ballroom.
Saturday
- 8:30am: Jingle Bell Run at the Mirror Lake Beach House
- 10:00am: Storytime at St. Eustace Church
- 10:00am–3:00pm: Holiday Card Making at The Lake Placid Public Library
- 10:00am–4:00pm: Craft at Just Bead It! Sign-up required.
- 10:00am–4:00pm: Craft & Vendor Fair at Adirondack Community Church
- 11:00am: Santa's arrival by firetruck to Mid's Park!
- 11:00am–12:30pm: Photos with Santa. Bring your own camera. Free hot chocolate. Hats and ornaments for sale.
- 11:00am–4:00pm: Candles, cookies, and candy canes at Pure Placid
- 11:00am–4:00pm: Meet Peppermint the Moose at Little Blue House
- 1:30–3:30pm: Learn to fly at the Olympic Jumping Complex! Kids 12 and under who are interested in learning how to ski jump are invited by NYSEF to this free event!
- 3–5:00pm: Book Signing and photos with local author, Sarah van Rijsewijk, at The Bookstore Plus.
- 3:30pm: A free showing of It's a Wonderful Life at the Palace Theatre
- 5:00pm: Tree Lighting and Celebration at Mid's Park
- 5–8:00pm: Live Music by Double Axel at the Lake House
- 7:30pm: Comedy Night at the Olympic Center, with opening act Mia Jackson and headliner Rich Aronovitch.
Sunday
- 8:00am–4:30pm: Santa Ski at Whiteface Mountain. Wear a Santa suit and ski for free!
- 10:00am–4:00pm: Craft at Just Bead It! Sign-up required.
- 11:00am: Free Movie (The Polar Express) at the Palace Theatre
- 11:30am-1pm: Free cookies and cocoa with Santa at The Mirror Lake Inn
- 1:30–3:00pm: Celebrate World Ice Skating Day with a free session on the Olympic Speed Skating Oval! Costumes encouraged. Skate rentals available for $10.
- 2:00pm: Annual Christmas Concert at Adirondack Community Church
- 4:00pm: Chris Kringle Caravan throughout Lake Placid. Santa will again join the Lake Placid Volunteer Fire Department as they make their way through town!
Be sure to check out the full schedule along with shopping promotions and dining promotions throughout town for the weekend for more holiday fun!