Long Lake

Knitting Group
2026-01-15 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-22 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-29 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-05 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-12 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Knitting Group meets every Thursday at the library

Winter Carnival
2026-01-17 12:00 - 19:00 | Mt. Sabattis Geiger Arena, 6 Pavilion Way, Long Lake, NY, 12847, United States
The Long Lake Winter Carnival returns on Saturday, January 17th, 2026. Fun and Games for all!
Ice Skating, Cardboard Sled Racing, Ladies Frying Pan Toss, Keg Toss, Fireworks and fun!
Layer up, book early and join us at the Mt. Sabattis Geiger Arena.
Happens no matter the weather!

Winter Carnival
2026-01-17 12:00 - 20:00 | Mt. Sabattis Geiger Arena, 6 Pavilion Way, Long Lake, NY, 12847, United States
On Saturday, January 17th at noon the Long Lake Winter Carnival will be held at Mt. Sabattis Recreation Center in Long Lake, NY.
Schedule of Events **
All Times Subject to Change without Notice!
12 p.m. Winter Carnival Kick off, Ice Sculpture Installation Begins, Registration opens, and lunch served by the Long Lake Fire Department
Schedule of Events
12pm – Winter Carnival Begins/Bonfire Lighting
12:30pm Coronation
1:00pm Cardboard Sled Races (Divisions for all ages)
1:45pm Town-Wide Photograph with Royalty – immediately following Cardboard Sled Races** (could be earlier, could be later!) Join us!
2:00pm Kids Balloon Chase for Ages 9 and under
2:30 pm Men’s Caber Toss – 18 and Up
3:00pm Ladies Frying Pan Toss 18 and up
4:00pm Broomball! The Broomball tournament RETURNS!
5pm Little Bus Runs 518-304-3511
6pm Fireworks at Mt. Sabattis

Swim Bus
2026-01-21 10:15 - 12:00, 2026-01-28 10:15 - 12:00, 2026-02-04 10:15 - 12:00, 2026-02-11 10:15 - 12:00, 2026-02-18 10:15 - 12:00
Take a dip in the pool. Long Lake invites you to participate in a weekly trip to Tupper Lake to enjoy the pool. Call 518-624-3077 to sign up. Swim bus departs from St. Henry’s Church Parking Lot in Long Lake for therapeutic swim. Every Wednesday.

Winter Birding Weekend
2026-01-24 08:00 - 2026-01-25 17:00, 2026-02-14 08:00 - 2026-02-15 17:00 | Adirondack Hotel, 1245 Main Street, Long Lake, 12847, United States
Winter Birding Weekend in the Adirondacks!
Saturday & Sunday, February 14 and 15th, 2026 – NEW DATE!
Enjoy a weekend of birding trips in the Adirondacks this winter. Participants will look for winter irruptive species such as Bohemian Waxwings, and winter finch species such as Red and White-winged Crossbills, Pine Siskins, Evening Grosbeaks, Pine Grosbeaks, and more, along with year-round boreal residents such as Ruffed Grouse, Black-backed Woodpecker, Canada Jay, and Boreal Chickadee. Food sources are good this year with abundant fruit and many conifer species have excellent cone crops. For more detailed information, see this year’s “Winter Finch Forecast” at: https://finchnetwork.org/winter-finch-forecast-2025-2026.
Field Trips: Joan Collins will lead field trips on both days. Both Saturday and Sunday morning, meet outside the Adirondack Hotel at 7 a.m. (near the bridge over Long Lake on Route 30). Participants can drive in their own vehicles, or car-pool, if they are comfortable, to reduce the number of cars in the train.
Social Dinner: On Saturday evening, we can gather in the Adirondack Hotel dining room at 6 p.m. to enjoy dinner together.
Registration is required to attend the field trips. Contact Joan Collins to register at JoanCollins@ADKAvian.com or 315-244-7127. There is a maximum of 20 participants for each field trip.
Places to Stay:
A few possible places to stay in Long Lake (central Adirondacks):

Adirondack Hotel (near the bridge over Long Lake) – hotel with a restaurant: https://adirondackhotel.com/
Long View Lodge (on the southern end of the lake) – lodge with a restaurant: https://thelongviewlodge.com/
Paddler’s Rest (on the eastern side of the lake – a motel unit and cabins on the lake): https://www.paddlersrestlonglake.com/
Motel Long Lake and Cottages (also a motel unit or cabins (all recently renovated) on the lake with a kitchen): https://www.motellonglake.com/

Breakfast/Lunch: Stewarts opens at 5 a.m. and offers quick breakfast items. Depending on the itineraries for Saturday and Sunday, lunch can be ordered (if needed) from the ADK Trading Post in Long Lake. If we go farther afield, there will be other locations to pick up lunch.
The Winter Birding Weekend is sponsored by the Long Lake Parks and Recreation Department and cosponsored by Northern New York Audubon.

Book Discussion
2026-01-26 17:00 | CV Whitney Long Lake Public Library, 1195 Main Street, Long Lake, NY, 12847, United States
Monthly on the fourth Monday

Location:

Long Lake Library

Book Discussion meets every 4th Monday of the month at the Long Lake Library at 5pm.

Northern Needles
2026-01-28 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-11 10:00 - 16:00 | St. Henry Parish Center
Meets at St. henry’s Church on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month

Shopping Bus
2026-01-29 08:30 - 15:00, 2026-02-05 08:30 - 15:00, 2026-02-19 08:30 - 15:00
Senior Shopping Bus departs from St. Henry’s Church in Long Lake. Call 518-624-3077 to sign up and get on the list to participate. This bus runs the 1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month. And if we have 5 Thursday’s riders get a bonus trip. Destinations include shopping in Tupper Lake, sometimes Glens Falls, Potsdam and Saranac Lake. Riders work with bus coordinator to determine the destination.

Mike Norris Fishing Derby 2026
2026-01-31 08:00 - 17:00 | Raquette Lake Fire Department, 178 NYS Route 28, Raquette Lake, NY, 13436, United States
The Mike Norris Fishing Derby returns for its 26th year as a beloved winter tradition on Raquette Lake, bringing together families, friends, and anglers of all ages for a full day of fun on the ice. Hosted by the Raquette Lake Fish & Game Club, this long-running derby is about more than fishing—it’s about sharing stories, making memories, and celebrating winter together.
From early morning check-in to the final weigh-in, the lake comes alive with activity as participants drop their lines, cheer each other on, and enjoy the easy camaraderie that defines this event. Kids, parents, seasoned anglers, and first-timers alike are welcome, with junior and adult divisions ensuring everyone has a chance to take part. Throughout the day, there are food options, 50/50 drawings, door prizes, and plenty of reasons to stick around even after the fish stop biting.
Whether you’re competing for prizes, teaching a young angler their first ice-fishing skills, or simply soaking in a classic Adirondack winter day, the Mike Norris Fishing Derby is a reminder of how special it is to gather outdoors, support local traditions, and enjoy time together on the ice.

Restaurant Week Feb 13- 22, 2026
2026-02-13 08:00 - 2026-02-22 17:00
Long Lake celebrates Restaurant Week February 13-22, 2026
Seven eateries in Long Lake, NY will be showcasing their great eats for Long Lake, NY’s Winter Wonderland Week. Diners are invited to enjoy meals at The Long View Lodge, Long Lake Diner, Adirondack Hotel, ADK Trading Post, Brookside Hops and Hoagies, Waypoint Café and Wild ADK Whisk. Long Lake Restaurant Week takes place from Friday, February 13th to Sunday, February 22nd.
Savor the flavors of Long Lake during Restaurant Week! From cozy diners to charming locales, enjoy these participating eateries:
📍 Brookside Hops & Hoagies – 8590 #5 Newcomb Road
📍 The Long View Lodge – 681 Deerland Rd
📍 Long Lake Diner/Owl’s Head Pub – 1161 Main St
📍 Adirondack Hotel – 1245 Main St
📍 ADK Trading Post – 1389 Tupper Rd
📍 Waypoint Café – 1265 Main Street
📍 Wild Adk Whisk 8590 #5 Newcomb Rd
Dine at any of these spots between February 13–22, and don’t forget to get your card stamped with each visit! Complete your card and submit it to the Parks & Recreation Department for a chance to win the grand prize.
Come hungry, support local, and celebrate great food in Long Lake! 🍽️

Winter Wonderland Week
2026-02-13 08:00 - 2026-02-22 17:00
Winter Wonderland Week is a fun time to get out and enjoy Long Lake and the Adirondacks. Activities include skating races, bonfire skate party, restaurant week, Trivia night and more!
Long Lake Restaurant Week: February 13-22
Dine at all seven eateries (ADK Trading Post, Adirondack Hotel, Brookside Hops & Hoagies, Long Lake Diner, Long View Lodge, Waypoint Café, & Wild ADK Whisk). Complete your card and submit it to Parks & Rec for a chance to win a grand prize.
Raquette Lake Winter Carnival: February 14-15
Frying pan toss, crosscut & chainsaw competition, magic show, and more! Join us for a fun-filled weekend of games and fireworks.
Winter Birding Weekend: February 14-15
Join New York State guide Joan Collins for a weekend of Adirondack birding trips sponsored by Northern New York Audubon and the Long Lake office of Parks & Recreation. Search for winter finch species such as Pine Siskins, Evening Grosbeaks, and Red-winged Crossbills, as well as year-round boreal residents such as Ruffed Grouse and Canada Jays. Participants will meet Saturday and Sunday morning at 7am outside the Adirondack Hotel and drive or carpool to the sites. Registration is required. Contact Joan at JoanCollins@ADKAvian.com or 315-244-7127 to register.
Long Lake Ice Fishing Derby: February 14
Compete to catch the largest fish on Long Lake and Lake Eaton. Categories for Northern Pike, Landlocked Salmon, Lake Trout, and other Trout; additional kids’ categories for Perch and Pickerel. Registration begins at 6am at the Geiger Arena Skate Shack, then continues at the Long Lake Town Beach starting at 7am. Lines in at 7 and last weigh-in at 3pm. Door prizes and awards to follow at the Long Lake Diner – you must be present to win.
Rough Raquette Snowshoe Run: February 14
Join us at 9:30 AM for the 4th Annual Rough Raquette — a 5K snowshoe race or 1-mile fun run/walk, on the ice! This flat scenic course starts near the village and loops across the bay. Part of Winter Carnival Weekend featuring games, contests, fireworks, and more. Proceeds benefit the Camp Huntington Historic Building Preservation Fund of the Raquette Lake Supply.
Chris Wheel’s Parlor Magic Show: February 14
Interactive show perfect for kids & families, starting 2 PM at the Raquette Lake Library.
Cupid’s Winter Ball: February 14
The CTSO in partnership with the LLCS Travel Club is hosting a semi-formal dance to raise funds for students traveling to Costa Rica in 2026. The Town Hall will be decorated with lights, sparkles, Valentine colors and a travel theme. The dance will take place from 6:00-9:00 PM and be fully supervised by adult chaperones. Tickets will be $20 per student and must be purchased before Tuesday, February 10th.
Dungeons and Dragons Student Club: February 14
Weekly DND group for kids ages 8-14, meeting from 12-3 PM each Saturday at the Long Lake Library.
Pancake Breakfast: February 15
Start the day with a traditional pancake breakfast at the Raquette Lake Fire Hall, 8-11 AM.
Acoustic Jam: February 15
Enjoy an afternoon of music from 2-4 PM at the Long Lake Town Hall. Guitar, dobro, fiddle, dulcimer, harp, accordion, banjo, spoons – all instruments welcome.
Opening Trivia Night: February 18
7pm-9pm. Long View Lodge. Get bundled up and ready to take on fierce competition as our 2026 Trivia Season begins! See if you have what it takes to be the smartest Laker in town as our Quiz Master does his best to leave everyone stumped.
OES Luncheon & Card Party: February 19
Starts 12 PM at the Long Lake Town Hall. Door prizes, 50/50 raffle, and no knowledge of card games necessary! Cost is $13 per person; RSVP by February 10th.
Long Lake Skate Races: February 20
1pm. Geiger Arena. Lace up those skates and see if you have what it takes to enter the Long Lake Skate Races. Whether you enter the Solo, Team Relay, or Backwards races; join in this fun, friendly winter competition. (Must be ages 8+ to participate)
Pizza Party at the Geiger Arena: February 20
6pm. Geiger Arena/Mt Sabattis Recreation Area. Close out Winter Wonderland Week with a pizza party sponsored by the Town of Long Lake Parks & Rec. Department at the Geiger Arena from 6pm-10pm. Enjoy free skating and sledding under the stars, with a bonfire in our custom Long Lake fire pit, and pizza and hot cocoa to warm you up.
Dungeons and Dragons Student Club: February 21
Weekly DND group for kids ages 8-14, meeting from 12-3 PM each Saturday at the Long Lake Library.

Long Lake Ice Fishing Derby
2026-02-14 06:00 - 15:00 | Long Lake Diner
Bundle up and head out onto the ice for a classic Adirondack winter tradition with the Long Lake & Lake Eaton Fishing Tournament. This family-friendly fishing tournament welcomes anglers of all ages and experience levels for a fun, full-day event spread across Long Lake and Lake Eaton.
Kids and adults alike are encouraged to take part, whether it’s landing a prize-worthy catch, learning the ropes from friends and neighbors, or simply enjoying a winter day outdoors. Registration begins early in the morning, with ongoing weigh-ins available throughout the day, keeping the event relaxed and accessible for participants who want to fish at their own pace.
The tournament wraps up with a final weigh-in mid-afternoon, followed by awards at the Long Lake Diner—where stories are swapped, smiles are shared, and winners are celebrated. With kids under 16 fishing free, this event is a great way for families to make memories, introduce young anglers to the sport, and enjoy the strong sense of community that makes winter in Long Lake special.
Everyone is welcome—whether you’re fishing, cheering someone on, or just soaking up the atmosphere on the ice.

Raquette Lake Winter Carnival
2026-02-14 09:30 - 2026-02-15 14:00
Tradition holds steady in Raquette Lake. The birthplace of the Great Camp. The historical vacation homeland of the Titans of Industry. Join us for a fun-filled weekend of shenanigans, antics, kids games and Fireworks. All event times subject to change without notice, but its never too early to reserve your quarters and finalize your winter gear for what is always a memorable, small town, down home Adirondack Tradition.
9:30am – Rough Raquette 5K on the lake contact Rhonda Pitoniak to register – rhonda.pitoniak@cortland.edu or 607-753-5485.
10:00am – Youth Games – obstacle course, sack races and sledding. Ladies Frying Pan Toss.
2:00pm – Chris Wheel and his Parlor Magic show at the Raquette Lake Library. Perfect for kids and families.
2:00pm – Ice Golf
7:00pm – Fireworks
Sunday, February 15th
8:00am – 11:00am Pancake Breakfast
12:00pm – Time crosscut and Chainsaw Competition – compteritors welcome.
all events are subject to channge without notice. For more information 518-624-3077

Chris Wheel Parlor Magic
2026-02-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Raquette Lake Library, 1 Dillon Road, Raquette Lake, NY, 13436, United States
Chris Wheel brings his interactive Parlor Magic show to the Raquette Lake Library. Perfect for kids and families.

Pancake Breakfast
2026-02-15 08:00 - 11:00 | Raquette Lake Fire Department, 178 NYS Route 28, Raquette Lake, NY, 13436, United States
Raquette Lake Ladies Auxiliary host the Annual Pancake Breakfast the Raquette Lake Fire Department with Pancakes, Sausage, Fruit and Beverage

Acoustic Music Jam
2026-02-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Long Lake Town Hall, 1204 Main Street, Long Lake, NY, 12847, United States
Come and enjoy an afternoon of music, whether you play or are just an admirer, all instrument types are welcome including guitar, dobro, fiddle, dulcimer, harp, mandolin, accordion, banjo, bass, etc. Hope to see you there!

Trivia Night at the Long View Lodge
2026-02-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Long View Lodge, 681 Deerland Road, Long Lake, NY, 12847, United States
Get bundled up and ready to take on fierce competition as our 2026 Trivia Season begins. See if you have what it takes to be the smartest Laker in town as our Quiz Master does his best to leave everyone stumped!

OES Luncheon & Card Party
2026-02-19 12:00 - 14:00 | Long Lake Town Hall, 1204 Main Street, Long Lake, NY, 12847, United States
Join our local Abenaque Chapter for a luncheon and card party. Prizes, door prizes and a 50/50 raffle. Get some friends and have an afternoon of fun. No knowledge of cards necessary. It will be $13 to participate. RSVP by 2/10 to Stephanie How – PO Box 774, Long Lake, NY 12847 or 518-354-7034
