Winter is Ice Bar Season in the Adirondacks.
Chill out an an authentic Adirondack ice bar.
Picture this: you’re nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Adirondacks in winter, surrounded by towering pines covered in snow and shimmering frozen lakes, when suddenly you stumble upon an enchanting oasis of coolness—an ice bar.
While most people might opt for snuggling up in front of the fire at a mountain chalet or cozy cabin, the cool crowd chills out, literally, by crafting pop-up bars made of frosty creations.
These icy venues are not just about the drinks; they’re a spectacle of ice sculptures, bonfires, ice fun and games, and a winter wonderland where your cocktail comes in a glass made of ice (as long as it’s not a hot toddy).
So grab your mittens and parka, and prepare for some frosty fun as we explore the “ice-est” spots in the Adirondacks that prove—when it comes to cocktails in the winter, the only thing better than a tasty beverage drink is one served in the heart of a glacial masterpiece.
Smoke and ice is the theme of this year’s ice bar at The Gem in Bolton. Sample expertly hand-crafted cocktails, and even learn the art of ice cube cutting.
A winter tradition, The Sagamore carves its ice bar and incredible ice sculptures out of over 50,000 lbs of ice.
Get ready to shake your rump roast at this family-friendly event in Lake George Village.
Enjoy a lakefront ice bar on weekends in Lake George Village.
Fire and Ice Weekends | The Lodge at Schroon Lake | February 7-9 and 14-16
Two weekends chock-a-(ice)block full of fun, including an ice bar, ice luge, fire performers, bonfires and live music.
While technically not an ice bar, we wanted to include Tupper Lake’s Brewski, a 1.5-mile snowshoe and XC ski trek with numerous local beer stations.
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