The eighth annual Lake Placid Community Day celebration will take place on Sunday, May 31, from 1 - 4 p.m. at the Olympic Jumping Complex, which serves as an alternate location this year, due to construction at the Horse Show Grounds. The event is free and open to anyone who lives, works, or volunteers in Lake Placid, and will feature complimentary food and beverages along with pirate-themed, family-friendly activities, including caricatures by Joe Ferris, virtual reality headsets, face painting, a clown, a photo booth, and games.
The celebration will feature live music from Triple Axel, with more than 40 nonprofit organizations on-site sharing information about their work in the community. ORDA will offer reduced fares for the Skyride and Sky Flyer at $5 each during this year’s Community Day.
One of the highlights of the event is the announcement of the 2026 Distinguished Volunteers of the Year—individuals recognized for their meaningful contributions to the Lake Placid and North Elba community. Awards are presented in two categories: youth and adult. The 2026 recipients are Savannah Corrow (youth) and Georgia Jones (adult).
Lake Placid Community Day honors those who go above and beyond to enhance the quality of life in the community for residents and visitors alike. It’s a day to come together and celebrate the spirit of connection, service, and hometown pride.
Organizing Committee Member Val Rogers emphasized the importance of the event as a moment of collective recognition. “This celebration is about recognizing the spirit and effort of those who give their time, energy, and heart throughout the year,” she said. “It’s a chance for us to step back and appreciate our shared work—the hospitality, the dedication, the pride we put into this place. We’re constantly welcoming others in, but this is our moment to celebrate ourselves.”
Lake Placid Community Day is a joint initiative of the Lake Placid / North Elba Community Development Commission and the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST). Visit the Lake Placid Community Day Celebration Facebook page for additional information. If you have any questions, please reach out to lakeplacidcommunityday@gmail.com.