Lake Placid, located about 300 miles north of Manhattan, is one of the best places to visit during the spring and summer months in NY! There are many events and attractions in the local area to ensure you can have a fantastic trip with friends and family! See the below list of unique and fun Lake Placid Events. We hope you stay with us, BOOK HERE
- Sunday, June 2nd: Wilmington Whiteface 100k Bike Race:
- Saturday, June 8th: Lake Placid Marathon
- Tuesday, June 25th – Sunday, July 7th: Lake Placid Horse Show:
- Thursday July 18th – 22nd: IronMan
- Monday, July 29th – July 31sr: Lacrosse Summit Classic:
Lacrosse Summit Classic
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Explore Main Street
Main Street in Lake Placid is full of small-town shops with big name stores to allow for a diverse shopping experience for all visitors. Along Main Street there are many great restaurants to give you plenty of stops for the perfect go-to for your lunches and dinners. In addition, Main Street has a fun popcorn shop ‘The Adirondack Popcorn Co.’ which is a must stop if you love popcorn! Therefore, if you are looking for big shopping and exploring in a small town, Main Street is the perfect place to get familiar with the area.
Wine Tasting at Goose Watch Winery
Goose Watch Winery is located in Lake Placid and offers the best place for wine lovers around. A tasting room is available and you have the ability to make group reservations. Goose Watch Winery is known for its unique setting on the shores of Cayuga Lake. A restored century old barn holds the tasting room full of unique and exclusive wines. Not only is the view of the Cayuga Lake amazing, but most importantly Goose Watch has a boat dock for those that want to travel by water to the winery for their wine tasting experience. Above all, the wine is the best wine at Lake Placid. Check out the Goose Watch Winery site here to learn more about how to plan your next visit!
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Lake Placid Horse Shows
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The Lake Placid Horse Show is a high energy event that showcases top level competition. Beginning on June 28th and running through July 3rd, these shows have been taking place for over 50 years. Each year, with improved talent, there is a large array of spectators who enjoy each and every moment. Traveling to Lake Placid means a must stop at the Horse Shows this summer while at Go-Cottage. Check out additional event details here!
Take a Dive in Mirror Lake
If you are a big swimmer, kayaker, or paddle boarder, Mirror Lake is the perfect spot for a dip in the water this summer! The water is a great place to relax and get in the water. Above all, the views are amazing. In Lake Mirror you see panoramic views of the beautiful town. Therefore, if you like great views, Mirror Lake is a must see at Lake Placid.
Cliff Jumping
Flume falls has three waterfalls and is the perfect spot for swimming and cliff jumping. Flume falls is a beautiful swimming hole with hiking and trails in the surrounding area. Cliff jumping is a great Lake Placid Event during the warm summer months. After that, enjoy a nice swim throughout the water to cool off.
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Ironman
The Ironman is known as one of the best triathlons around and is happening in Lake Placid on July 24th, 2022. The Ironman brings in athletes from all over the country to test their abilities on this phenomenal course. However, if you are not participating in the race you have the option to support the athletes with access to viewing areas of the race. The Ironman is a fun fitness event to attend as either an athlete or spectator. Therefore, if you are looking for a high-energy Lake Placid Event the Ironman is a great place to stop.
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Lake Placid Events and Activities in Summer 2024
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