

North Country New Year Festival
Review the 2024 schedule here! The 2025 schedule will be announced this fall!
New Year's Eve in Saranac Lake is decidedly entertaining and full of excitement for the whole family. Join us for live music and activities throughout the village.
Building on the success of the 2023 and 2024 celebrations—which showcased thrilling new performers alongside beloved returning acts—2025 promises to be the biggest and best North Country New Year yet. Enthusiastic audiences filled venues across the village last year, creating memories to last a lifetime.
Last year's lineup included:
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Folk rock band Driftwood headlining Town Hall
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The Gaslight Tinkers, playing a dance-happy blend of old-time fiddle, funk, Caribbean and African music
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Hip-hop harp music from Küf Knotz and Christine Elise
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Flamenco-to-bluegrass virtuosos Maria Zemantauski and Sten Isachsen
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Ever-popular local favorites, the ‘50s/’60s revivalists Frankie & the Moonlighters
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The rafter-rattling Plattsburgh State Gospel Choir
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Hilarious comedy act by Moody McCarthy and Completely Stranded
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New this year, a kids carnival, featuring balloon animals, caricatures, and face painting, along with performances from the legendary "Bubble Man" Jeff Boyer and juggler extraordinaire Stephen Gratto
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Ice skating at the Saranac Lake Civic Center
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Game night and hot chocolate bar at Historic Saranac Lake's Laboratory Museum
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Make-and-take art projects at ADK ArtRise
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Dance lessons at the Dance Sanctuary
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Rides on the Adirondack Carousel
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Breathtaking fire dancing by Smoke Show Fire Co.
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A spectacular Fireworks Display
Download and Print the full schedule here!
Stay tuned for updates as we announce this year’s performances and activities. Let’s make 2025 the most unforgettable North Country New Year yet!
Admission:
The artfully designed button serves as your admission to all events during North Country New Year. Buttons can be picked up at the Harrietstown Town Hall/Welcome Center on December 31. Please ensure you bring proof of purchase.
Admission Rates:
- $20 per person
- $15 for seniors
- Free for children under 18
Missed the online window? Don’t worry—remaining buttons will be available all day tomorrow at the Saranac Lake Welcome Center, located at 39 Main Street in the Harrietstown Town Hall, or at event venues during the celebration. Please note, all remaining sales are cash only.

- https://www.saranaclake.com/events/north-country-new-year
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