Chill Out in Style: Ice Bar Weekend Itinerary in Lake George
January 24 - 26, 2025
Lake George transforms into a frosty paradise the last weekend of January 2025, featuring five incredible ice bars. Here's your ice bar weekend itinerary in Lake George and Bolton Landing, so you can make the most of all the region has to offer while you're here!
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Friday Evening: Start at the Polar Ice Bar
Kick off your weekend with a visit to the Polar Ice Bar at Fort William Henry. Open from 4 PM to 10 PM, this ice bar features stunning ice sculptures, crackling firepits, and live music from Chuck Kelsey.
Sip specialty cocktails and savor delicious bites while soaking in the atmosphere. Admission is free!
Other Fun Friday Ideas: Dining, Skating & Dazzling Lights
Dinner: Enjoy hearty fare at the Lakeside Restaurant & Lounge, open until 9pm and located right at Fort William Henry, or the Lake George Beach Club, withing walking distance away and open until midnight.
Things to Do: Check out the new ice skating rink on Beach Road, open 4pm to 8pm, and walk through Lights at the Lake at Charles R. Wood Park while you're there!
Saturday: It's Ice Bar Hopping All Day
The first Saturday ice bar starts at 1pm, so we suggest fueling up with some breakfast or brunch beforehand.
If you're staying in Bolton Landing, we recommend the Barrel for brunch (also mentioned as a Sunday brunch idea below). They open at 9am. If you're in Lake George, Caffe Vero is excellent for coffee, bagels, and breakfast sandwiches, and they open at 6:30am.
First Saturday ice bar stop: The Sagamore Resort in Bolton Landing! Opening at 1 PM, the Glacier Ice Bar features polar bear sculptures, ice luges, cozy seating with faux fur blankets, and heated igloos. Warm up in their chili chowder lounge with a boozy beverage or a handcrafted cocktail.
While still in Bolton Landing, stop by the The Gem Ice Bar at The Gem, with its "Smoke & Ice" theme that starts at 3pm.
Afterward, head to Lake George for the Funky Ice Fest at Adirondack Brewery, 5 PM to 10 PM. Partake in Adirondack Brewery’s beers, local-spirit cocktails, and food specials in a lively setting.
Wrap up your evening at the Lagoon Ice Bar, overlooking the lake. Open until 10 PM, it’s perfect for cocktails, craft beers, and a casual cornhole game by the water.
If you haven't yet checked out the Polar Ice Bar at Fort William Henry, they'll have fireworks happening at 7:30pm Saturday night.
Other Sensational Saturday Ideas: Delicious Meals, Winter Hikes & Indoor Fun
Lunch or Dinner: Dive into the eclectic menu at Fredrick's Restaurant in Bolton Landing, open 12pm to 10pm, or for dinner dine in the heated igloos at The Erlowest (note, food and beverage minimum applies), open 5pm to 9pm.
Things to Do: Take a winter hike at Cat Mountain or The Pinnacle for breathtaking views, or make the 30-minute drive to Natural Stone Bridge & Caves for incredible snowshoeing.
Prefer to stay indoors? Go on a shopping excursion at the Lake George Outlets or try your hand at axe throwing at Adirondack Axe, open 12pm to 8pm.
Sunday: One Last Frosty Fling
Make your way back to the Polar Ice Bar for your grand ice bar finale from 12 PM to 4 PM!
Other Sunday Ideas: Brunch, Bowling & A Spa Day
Brunch: Enjoy brunch between 9am and 1pm at The Barrel in Bolton Landing, where they have dining igloos ($20 reservation fee required). For extra fun, reserve a curling rink starting at 12pm!
Dinner: Try The Garrison, a year-round restaurant and bar in Lake George with delicious filet mignon sliders and a hearty French onion soup to warm you up, along with other delicious American fare. They're open until 10pm.
Things to Do: Unwind with bowling and arcade games at Lake George Lanes & Games, open 10am to 6pm, or for a more rejuvenating experience, check out the luxury Opal Spa at The Sagamore, open 9am to 5pm.
Lodging Suggestions: Stay Close to All the Frigidly Fantastic Action
- Fort William Henry Hotel: Be right where the Polar Ice Bar is in this classic Lake George Hotel.
- The Sagamore Resort: Lavish rooms await at the location of the the Glacier Ice Bar (and overnight guests get free access to the ice bar!).
- Blue Water Manor North: Convenient for Bolton Landing, with rustic rooms near The Barrel’s dining igloos.
- The Erlowest: Upscale lodging with picturesque lake views, with igloo dining on site.
From dazzling ice bars to thrilling winter activities and indoor fun, Lake George and Bolton Landing are the perfect places to embrace the chill this January. Bundle up, plan your itinerary, and don’t miss the frosty fun!
Not in town this weekend? Several ice bars go into February.
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