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November 14, 2023
From: Lake Placid Holiday Village StrollCelebrate the spirit of the holidays in Lake Placid, New York.
A Lake Placid tradition, the Holiday Village Stroll is a family and couples weekend set in the fairy-tale winter wonderland of Lake Placid, New York. Stroll spans three days and includes events like a skating party, photos with Santa, a free movie showing, and a scavenger hunt.
Skating Party. Tree Lighting. Scavenger Hunt. Crafts and more. The weekend is full of fun events for the whole family!
Schedule of Events
December 8, 2023
3PM-7PM: Wine Tasting at Terry Robards Wine & Spirits
Start Stroll weekend off with wine tasting at Terry Robards Wine & Spirits!
5PM-6:30PM: Skating Party at 1932 Rink
Join us at the Olympic Center 1932 Rink for a family skating party! There will be skate rentals available onsite. Some little elves also told us that Santa might make an appearance!
6PM-9PM: Live Music at Generations Tap & Grill
Join Generations for their live music series featuring Scott Sileo.
6PM-9PM: Ugly Sweater Party at The Cottage
Grab your ugliest sweater and head over to The Cottage for a chance to win a prize!
December 9, 2023
8:30AM - Jingle Bell Run at Mirror Lake Beach House
Help support the Fit for Life Scholarship Program! Join the festive, colorful, holiday spirit-filled 2.5 mile run/walk around Mirror Lake. Don't forget to wear your best holiday costume for a chance to win a prize!
Registration link - the first 100 people to register get Holiday Stroll swag!
10AM-2PM: Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair at Adirondack Community Church
A great place to pick up some great local Christmas gifts for yourself or your friends & family!
10AM-3PM: Crafts & Games at Lake Placid Library
The LP Public Library will have crafts, board games, and a jigsaw puzzle set up for people to stop in and warm up.
11AM: Singing & Storytime at St. Eustace Church
The one and only Julie Jingles will get everyone in the holiday spirit with sing-alongs before reading her very own book, The Reindeer Games.
12PM: Santa's Arrival at Mid's Park
Get ready to welcome the big guy himself! Santa and his elves will arrive by firetruck to Mid's Park where they stop and take photos.
12PM-1:30PM: Santa Photos At Mid's Park at Mid's Park
Stop by, say hi to Santa, and get your photo taken! Don't forget to bring your letters to Santa!
Bring your phone or camera – there is no photographer. There will also be free hot chocolate + ornaments and hats for sale.
12PM-5PM: Meet Sprinkles at Little Blue House
Meet and take photos with Sprinkles! He will be handing out free cookies and candy canes. All children can pick out a free holiday ornament to take home (while supplies last.)
1:30PM-3:30PM: Craft Time at St. Agnes
Join in the fun and make something festive!
2PM-5PM: Wine Tasting at The Boat Tasting Room
Free tasting from Coyote Moon Winery
2PM-5PM: Makers Market at Alpine Mall
The Maker's Market to benefit The North Elba Christmas Fund is back this year! Stop in to this open air farmer's market style event. It's a great opportunity to get a taste of the region.
4PM: Dartmouth Decibelles at Mid's Park
Come listen to Dartmouth College's oldest historically female a cappella group! Then stay for the Tree Lighting Ceremony.
5PM: Tree Lighting at Mid's Park
Join us at Mid's Park as we light the tree and sing carols!
5PM-8PM: Live Music at the Lake House
The tradition continues! Let the jingle bells rock and the good times roll when Double Axel takes the stage at The Lake House
December 10, 2023
11AM - Free Movie at Palace Theatre
The annual matinee of The Polar Express is back! Put on your comfy holiday pajamas and head down to the Palace Theatre. The first 200 children (under the age of 12) will receive a special gift!
8AM-4:30PM: Santa Ski at Whiteface Mountain
Mark your calendars for another year of holiday spirit and fun at Whiteface Mountain! All Santa's ski for Free (must be in Full Santa Suit to receive discount.) You may pick up your lift ticket at the Whiteface Ticket window and be sure to meet at the top of the Cloudsplitter Gondola at 10AM for this year's group photo!
4PM: Chris Kringle Caravan at Throughout Town
The Santa Firetruck Parade is getting a new name!
Featured Events
Skating Party
Join us at the Olympic Center 1932 Rink for a family skating party!
Photos with Santa
Stop by Mid's Park to take a photo with the big guy himself!
Santa Sunday Ski
Dress like Santa and head over to Whiteface for a ski!
Storytime
Singing and Storytime before Santa arrives.
Date: December 8 - 10, 2023
Location: Various Venues in Lake Placid, NY 12946.
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