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Annual Mark Heinzelman Poker Run

Annual Mark Heinzelman Poker Run & Benefit

A map of stops will be provided when you sign up! There will be tons of raffles and door prizes! Please come and enjoy the fun! All proceeds to benefit a family with cancer.

Date: Saturday, February 15

Time: 9 a.m. 

Sign up at the Fish and Game on:

  • Friday, Feb 14h from 6 - 8 p.m.
  • Saturday, Feb 15th from 9 - 11 a.m.

 

 

Empire State Winter Games

Empire State Winter Games

About Empire State Winter Games

The Empire State Winter Games (ESWG) stands as the premier Olympic-style winter sporting event in the Northeast. This community-focused celebration showcases the talents of athletes while honoring the beauty of winter in the Adirondacks. The festivities kick off with a torch relay that spans 700 miles, culminating in an opening ceremony that officially marks the beginning of three days filled with competitions. The ESWG is designed to be a memorable experience for families and sports enthusiasts alike!

The Sports

Get ready for an exciting weekend at the Empire State Winter Games, where competitions will take place across various towns in the Adirondacks!

In Lake Placid, NY, you can enjoy events such as Adaptive Bobsled, Ski Orienteering, Cross Country Skiing, Figure Skating, Biathlon, Luge, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Winter Triathlon and more!

The excitement continues at Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington, NY, with thrilling events including Freestyle Moguls, Adaptive Alpine, and Ski and Snowboard Cross.

Saranac Lake, NY, will host games as part of the 10U Boys, 12U Boys, 12U Girls, and 14U Girls Ice Hockey tournaments, along with additional Cross Country Skiing events.

In Tupper Lake, you can watch the Sled Hockey tournament at the Tupper Lake Civic Center.

Stay tuned for the official release of the 2026 Empire State Winter Games schedule!

Registration

Registration is now open! Visit www.empirestatewintergames.com to register!

You do not have to be a New York state resident to participate in the Empire State Games and most sports are open to all levels. 

Opening Ceremony

The Empire State Winter Games' Opening Ceremony will return to the 1980 Arena at the Lake Placid Olympic Center on the evening of Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.

Join the Action

Become a part of the action in various ways! Join the volunteer team, like the Empire State Winter Games on Facebook and follow on Instagram. Share your own winter sport memories and photos by using #ESWG2026 and #ComeOutAndPlay.

Lights Out Chili Contest

Lights out Chili Contest

Head to the Town of Newcomb for a sizzling evening of flavor at Newcomb's Chili Cook-Off! Whether you're a culinary maestro with the perfect chili recipe or a chili enthusiast ready for a taste adventure, this event is for you!

Date: Sunday, April 7th

Time: 4pm

Location: Newcomb Fire Hall

Chili Enthusiasts: Not a chef, but love indulging in mouthwatering chili? Join us as a taste tester!

Highlights:

  • Chili Showdown: Sample a variety of chili recipes crafted by talented local cooks.
  • Live Entertainment: Enjoy the festive atmosphere with live music and entertainment.
  • Prizes: Exciting award for the best chili, judged by you!
  • Family-Friendly: Bring the whole family for a fun-filled day!
  • Make your own Sundae Bar: Enjoy a sweet treat afterwards

Save the date and get ready for a chili-tastic experience in the heart of Newcomb! Let the chili festivities begin!

Promote Your Business for FREE with the #ShopADK Holiday Toolkit

Your 2025 #ShopADK Holiday Toolkit is Here!

We invite all local businesses to join the #ShopADK campaign, emphasizing the importance of supporting Adirondack businesses during the crucial holiday season. The campaign focuses on the following goals:

  • Supporting community-based holiday shopping events organized by our regional partners.
  • Encouraging the practice of shopping locally to strengthen our communities.
  • Showcasing the unique variety of one-of-a-kind gifts and experiences available in the area this holiday season.

Get started with these 3 FREE Tools:

Here are some free tools to help you maximize your visibility during the holiday season by promoting your offerings, specials, events, activities, and packages:

1. Use the #ShopADK Toolkit

Maximize your visibility by using the #ShopADK Toolkit. It provides free resources, including social graphics, customizable flyers, and logos, ready to showcase your holiday shopping offers and activities. Let's work together to make a big impact by encouraging everyone to shop small and support Adirondack businesses.

View the Toolkit

2. Add Your Winter and Holiday Events to the Calendar

Make it easy for travelers to discover your events by adding them to our calendar! Whether you’re hosting live music or special holiday events, be sure to submit your details.

Submit your events | View the events calendar

3. Promote Your Packages and Promotions

Let us help spread the word about your winter promotions! Fill out the simple form to share your lodging, restaurant, or attraction packages, deals, or discounts, and we’ll amplify them in our seasonal marketing efforts.

Share your packages and special offers

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Hay Fields Antiques Junk in the Trunk is Back!

The best things in life are old, loved, and reused!

Come shop our antique mall, flea market, and extra vendors selling treasures from their trunks! 

Want to sell your junk from your trunk? Register to be a vendor here: $10 to set up and sell from your trunk, $20 for double parking spot with trailer.

Spooky Flicks and Treats Under the Stars

Movie Night at the Lodge at Schroon Lake

Gather your friends and family for a PG-rated spooky classic that’s fun for all ages. Cozy up with warm blankets, enjoy fresh popcorn, delicious snacks, and sip on hot cocoa or cider as you watch the big screen come alive. Don’t forget to dress warmly and bring your Halloween spirit—this is a night of fall fun you won’t want to miss

Event Details:

  • Event Date: Sunday October 27th 

  • Time: 6pm

  • Location: The Front Lawn

Event Highlights:

  • Family Friendly Movie (PG rating)

  • Warm Seasonal Drinks

  • Freshly Popped Popcorn

  • Festive Snacks

  • Cold Drinks

2026 WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series in Lake Placid

WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series Returns to Lake Placid

October 2–4, 2026

Lake Placid's legacy of world-class sporting competition continues as the region welcomes the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series back for its third year. In 2026, racers will compete in the final Downhill and Cross-country World Cup races of the World Series, crowning the year's overall champions.

These high-adrenaline competitions will be a thrill for spectators, featuring the top male and female mountain bike riders from around the world. In 2025, Mt Van Hoevenberg and Whiteface Mountain saw a combined 17,400 total attendance! Learn more and get your tickets!

Learn more and plan your UCI visit.

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    Early Avian Migrants Birding Walk

    Early Avian Migrants Birding Walk

    Wednesday, May 3rd – 9am

    Join local birder, Charlotte Demers, to look for our early arriving avian migrants. Depending on trail conditions we will either walk along Rich Lake Marsh on the private Huntington Wildlife Forest or explore the trails at the AIC to see which resident and migrant birds are in the area. Walk is an easy ramble of about 1.5 miles and will be great for beginning birders. We will meet at 1:00 pm at the AIC. Plan on 3 hrs of slow birding. Registration required. Email shample@esf.edu to register or use the following link: https://forms.gle/x9uhTFcTD4Q5RaCp8

    Community Fall Fest

    Fall Fest at the Lodge at Schroon Lake

    Get ready for a day of fall fun and creativity at our Community Pumpkin Carving Day! Join us on Sunday, October 20th at the Pavilion Lawn, for an exciting event filled with festive activities for all ages.

    Event Highlights:

    • Pumpkin Carving Contest: Show off your carving skills and enter our pumpkin carving contest for a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card! Judging will take place at 4:30 PM, and all pumpkins will be displayed on the wall with twinkling lights until Halloween!

    • Pumpkins and Caramel Apples: Pick up your pumpkin and enjoy a delicious caramel apple, both provided for free! We’ve partnered with a local farm to bring you the best pumpkins in the area.

    • Apple "Bobbing": Try your hand at our apple "bobbing" station for some classic fall fun.

    • Kids' Corner: Little ones can join in the fun with mini pumpkins and painting supplies to create their own masterpieces.

    • S’mores and Campfires: Cozy up by the campfire and make s’mores with Reese's pumpkins and orange marshmallows.

    • Seasonal Drinks: Enjoy our special Cinnamon Apple Moscow Mules from our portable bar or beer truck. We’ll also have a station with non-alcoholic drinks like hot cocoa and hot cider to keep you warm.

    • Music and Atmosphere: The pavilion lawn will be set up with high tops and picnic tables, perfect for enjoying the fall weather. Music will fill the air with your favorite fall and spooky tunes.

     

    Don’t miss out on this family-friendly event! Come carve, create, and celebrate the season with us at The Lodge at Schroon Lake. We can’t wait to see you there!

    35th Annual Adirondack Folk Music Festival

    POWERFUL WOMEN: VOICES, SONGS AND MUSIC  

    Celebrating groups and individuals who add to the diverse fabric of Adirondack music

    This year, in celebration of bringing 50 years of live music to Schroon Lake, we honor the POWERFUL WOMEN: VOICES, SONGS AND MUSIC- Celebrating groups and individuals who add to the diverse fabric of Adirondack music Come join us for our Annual Adirondack Music Folk Festival!  Enjoy music, vendors, food trucks and more!!!

     Performances by:

    • MAEVE GILCHRIST- Incredible virtuoso singer/songwriter/ composer and Celtic harpist, fresh from touring with Rhiannon Giddens  and her Silk Road group. Extraordinary musicianship!
    • PEGGY LYNN- singer/songwriter/guitarist/member of Jamcrackers/educator/author and Schroon Lake favorite. No Folk Fest devoted to Powerful Women of the Adirondacks could ever be presented without Peggy!
    • QUICKSTEP- JOHN, TRISH AND MARK- LONG-TIME SCHROON FAVORITES WITH MUSIC AND DANCE PRESENTATION "WOMEN IN THE ADIRONDACKS, PAST AND PRESENT."
    • COLLEEN CLEVELAND- Legendary solo balladeer with historic roots in the north country.-
    • ANNIE AND THE HEDONISTS- Powerhouse vocals that bring to mind the great blues women of the 1940’s and 50’s.
    • SARA MILONOVICH AND DAISY CUTTER- Schroon favorite singer/songwriter/ fiddler Sara returns with her great band.

    As always this event is FREE!!

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