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Events and Activities to Commemorate Triumphs, History, Community, and Legacy Impact 

Lake Placid, NY (January 14, 2025)— The New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority announces a line-up of events celebrating the 45th anniversary of the 1980 Winter Olympic Games, a milestone that holds deep significance for the community and sports history. Through March 8, 2025, Olympic Authority venues, the Village of Lake Placid, and the Lake Placid Olympic Museum are hosting a range of engaging activities, events, and commemorations that honor the iconic moments and remarkable achievements that have shaped this winter sports haven.

World Championships and World Cups in Three Different Sports in 2025 Winter Schedule

Lake Placid Celebrates 45th Anniversary of Lake Placid 1980 Olympic Winter Games

Lake Placid – New York State Is in Targeted Dialogue as the Plan B Back-Up Location For 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympic Games’ Sliding Events

Governor Kathy Hochul today highlighted the New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority 2025 winter events schedule featuring World Cup events in three different sports and the International Bobsled & Skeleton Federation (IBSF) World Championships set for March 2025 showcasing the Olympic legacy that continues in Lake Placid. The announcement follows the recent news that Lake Placid has entered targeted dialogue as the Plan B backup for sliding events for the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic Winter Games.

Orange County, N.Y. - Don’t let winter weather tempt you to stay inside! If you’re looking for a low-impact, highly enjoyable way to enjoy the snowy, brisk outdoors, snowshoeing is a perfect activity. And Orange County, N.Y., offers ideal settings to engage in safe treks across our beautiful landscapes.

World Championships and World Cups in Three Different Sports on 2024-25 Schedule

Builds on Governor's Commitment to Supporting New York's $123 Billion Tourism Industry

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) 2024-2025 events calendar featuring World Cup events in three different sports and the International Bobsled & Skeleton Federation (IBSF) World Championships set for March 2025. The announcement follows the conclusion of the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games and Team USA’s success, earning an impressive total of 126 medals, including 40 gold.

LGBTQ+ Community Invited to Two-Day Event at Belleayre Mountain in The Catskills

Albany, N.Y. – A new event in 2024 will add wintertime wonder to the roster of activities available to LGBTQ+ residents and travelers in New York State. The Capital Region’s first-ever Pride Ski Weekend will be held January 20 – 21 at Belleayre Mountain, featuring two fabulous days of slope-side fun for the LGBTQ+ community.

Tickets On Sale Now Here, With Exclusive Early Promotion Pricing Available

Lake Placid, N.Y. (September 15, 2023) – The New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) announces that the FIS Ski Jumping World Cup will return to the Olympic Jumping Complex in Lake Placid, February 9-11, 2024. This event joins the calendar with two additional World Cup events already confirmed for this winter season at Mt Van Hoevenberg: World Cup Luge on Dec. 8-9 and World Cup Bobsled & Skeleton on March 22-24. 

Lake Placid, NY – The New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) announces that the Lake Placid Loppet cross country ski races are returning to Mt Van Hoevenberg on February 26, 2023.

The Loppet first began in 1983 and is widely regarded as a quintessential Nordic ski celebration and a long-standing favorite among enthusiasts across the U.S. and Canada. The full day of ski race events is open to all ages and abilities, with starts and finishes in Mt Van Hoevenberg’s new stadium just outside its Mountain Pass Lodge.

Orange County, N.Y. (Jan. 24, 2023) – Winter weather has been a little late in coming this year, but now that chillier days are on the way, find your winter adventure in Orange County, N.Y. Whether it’s skiing, skating, snowboarding – or simply strolling among outdoor artworks in the invigorating air – the county offers winter the way you want it when the temperatures drop.

FIS, USANS, and ORDA Partnership Brings the World’s Best Men’s Ski Jumpers Back to North America 

Olympians to Compete at Newly Renovated Olympic Jumping Complex Including Gold Medalists Kobayashi and Lindvik 

Tickets for the Two Days of Competition on Sale Here  

Lake Placid, N.Y. – The New York Olympic Regional Development Authority (ORDA) will host the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) Ski Jumping World Cup on February 10-12, 2023, at the Olympic Jumping Complex.