When winter comes to the Adirondacks, everyone’s starts looking forward to the Saranac Lake Winter Carnival. Locals and visitors have enjoyed the festival since 1897, and many of our guests mark this event on their calendars as a reminder to make their reservations early for our year-round accommodations.
The Winter Carnival is Fun for Everyone
The winter carnival, one of the oldest in the U.S., is a longstanding tradition in Saranac Lake, is organized by the Saranac Lake Winter Carnival Committee, run by community volunteers, and funded by generous sponsors. The 10-day festival features live performances, two parades, and three fireworks shows. The heart of the festival is the Ice Palace, built on the shore of Lake Flower’s Pontiac Bay at the state boat launch.
A winter carnival in the North Country wouldn’t be complete without traditional and some not-so-traditional winter sports. Snowshoeing and Nordic ski racing events are held at the Dewey Mountain Cross-Country Ski Center, innertube and alpine skiing races at Mount Pisgah Ski Center, and more throughout the festival. Non-traditional sports include snowflake volleyball, snowshoe softball, Firemen’s Broomball and an exhibition of woodsmen’s logging skills with Paul Smith’s College students at Riverside Park.
Make Moreno’s Your Home for the Carnival
After a long day at the winter carnival, coming back to Moreno’s year-round accommodations is a great way to warm up, unwind, and get ready for the next day of Adirondack outdoor fun.
Cabin #10 features two bedrooms and two baths with plenty of room for a small family or group. If you’re planning to stay for the duration of the festival, this cabin is a great fit because it provides a washer/dryer and full kitchen. It’s also a pet friendly cabin so there’s no need for the family pet to miss out on the Carnival. Central heating will keep everyone warm, and you can enjoy the firepit if you want to spend more time outside. For those staying cozy inside, there’s high-speed WIFI and cable TV.
The Lake Colby House is a great Winter Carnival home base for bigger families and groups. This historic waterfront home features five bedrooms and comfortably sleeps thirteen people. You’ll enjoy mountain views from the wrap-around porch of this renovated Victorian-era Lakehouse. The kitchen has a full-sized refrigerator, dishwasher, and a gas stove with built in griddle. The team at Moreno’s keeps the Lake Colby House well-stocked ,and we can handle special requests to ensure you have everything you need to enjoy your stay.
Book Your Reservation Today
Finding a good place to stay in the Saranac Lake area for the winter carnival can be challenging due to high demand and also because many local lodging choices don’t provide year-round or pet-friendly accommodations. At Moreno’s we suggest picking your dates and making a reservation for Cabin #10 or the Lake Colby House early! We love this time of year and look forward to celebrating the winter carnival with you and your family.