Plan your summer visit to the Lake Placid Legacy Sites using our online calendar, and discover all the events and activities we have to offer.
For a quick overview, download our weekly calendar and get a snapshot of everything happening this week!
GET TO KNOW THE SITES
Lake Placid boasts the distinction of hosting two Olympic Winter Games, first in 1932 and again in 1980. These historic venues, collectively known as the Lake Placid Legacy Sites, include the Olympic Center, Olympic Jumping Complex, Mt Van Hoevenberg, and Whiteface Mountain—all legendary landmarks in their own right.
Today, these iconic venues stand as a testament to the enduring spirit of the Games—welcoming and inspiring visitors from around the world, hosting unforgettable competitions and events of all sizes, and serving as premier recreation destinations and world-class training grounds across a wide variety of sports. Having recently undergone substantial enhancements, the Lake Placid Legacy Sites are ready to host your next adventures for years to come. Explore below to plan your visit today!
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The biggest, most electrifying mountain bike event in the U.S. this year — the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series, coming to Lake Placid and Wilmington, NY, October 3–5.
This year, the excitement reaches new heights with the addition of Downhill World Cup races to the schedule.
Over three adrenaline-filled days, the world’s top riders will push the limits of endurance and gravity with Men’s and Women’s World Cup races in Cross-country Short Track (XCC), Cross-country Olympic (XCO), and Downhill (DHI).
Don’t miss your chance to witness the only MTB World Cup races in the U.S. this year. Grab your tickets now and start planning your trip to the Adirondacks this October.
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Wednesday - Sunday
Thursday - Sunday
SKATE AMERICA RETURNS IN 2025!
One of the most prestigious international figure skating events will be returning to the Olympic Center November 14 – 16, 2025.
Top skaters from around the world, including U.S. champions and World medalists, will compete at the three-day competition in women’s, men’s, pairs and ice dance.
With the inaugural Skate America held in Lake Placid in 1979, this marks the sixth time Skate America will be held in Lake Placid — and the first time since 2017! This is also the third time Skate America will take place in Lake Placid in an Olympic season.
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Experience the Legacy Sites
The Olympic Center. Whiteface Mountain. The Olympic Jumping Complex. Mt. Van Hoevenberg. Together these 4 distinct locations join together to form something great: The Legacy Sites.
