Fourth of July Weekend to Include Ski Jumping, Magic, and Summer Recreation and Attractions

The New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) today announced two exciting, family-friendly events taking place on Saturday, July 5, 2025, in Lake Placid — part of a festive Independence Day weekend in the heart of the Adirondacks.

Following Lake Placid’s beloved Fourth of July parade and fireworks over Mirror Lake on Friday, July 4, visitors can keep the celebration going on Saturday, July 5 with the Star-Spangled Ski Jump at the Olympic Jumping Complex and a spectacular evening performance by internationally acclaimed Illusionist Leon Etienne at the Conference Center at Lake Placid.

STAR-SPANGLED SKI JUMP

When:
Saturday, July 5, 2025
Venue Hours: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Skyride: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sky Flyer Zipline: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Where:
Olympic Jumping Complex
5486 Cascade Road
Lake Placid, NY 12946

Details:
A day of live ski jumping and Nordic combined competitions from youth to elite levels, including the HS 10, HS 20, K 48, and HS 100 jumps. The event includes running and roller skiing races, an awards ceremony, and all-day family-friendly activities such as food trucks, lawn games, crafts, face painting, giveaways, and rides on the Skyride and Sky Flyer Zipline.

Schedule Highlights:

    • 9 a.m. – Training Sessions Begin
    • 11:30 a.m. – Jumping Competitions Begin
    • 12:30 p.m. – Running Races
    • 3:15 p.m. – Jumping Awards
    • 3:45 p.m. – Roller Ski Races
    • 4:45 p.m. – Nordic Combined Awards

ILLUSIONIST LEON ETIENNE

When:
Saturday, July 5, 2025
Doors: 6 p.m.
Showtime: 7 p.m.

Where:
Lussi Ballroom
Conference Center at Lake Placid
2634 Main Street
Lake Placid, NY 12946

Tickets:
Available at: LakePlacidOlympicCenter.com

Background:
Leon Etienne has appeared on America’s Got Talent, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Masters of Illusion, and Penn & Teller: Fool Us. His live performances are known for fast-paced illusions and sleight-of-hand magic suited for all ages.

Lake Placid Legacy Sites Schedule

Visitors can explore and enjoy a variety of attractions at the Lake Placid Legacy Sites throughout the holiday week. The schedule can be found here: https://lakeplacidlegacysites.com/calendar/

Media Contact: Morgan Ryan, [email protected]