Looking for winter family fun without breaking the bank? We’ve got you covered! Winter in New York State means exploring dazzling ice palaces, traversing magical landscapes, experiencing world-renowned museums, and so much more. Get the family out of the house and get ready to make unforgettable memories with these 13 affordable winter weekend activities.
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10 New York Towns that Come Alive in Winter
Dec 05, 2024 by Rachel Dymond
Throughout New York State, towns, cities, and villages radiate with warmth and cheer during the winter months. Postcard-perfect main streets sparkle under blankets of snow, city skylines dazzle with…
What’s New for Winter in New York State for 2024-2025
Dec 03, 2024 by Emma Frisbie
From ski trail debuts to grand hotel openings, there’s always something new to discover in New York State! Spend a wintry weekend on a farm in the Hudson Valley, get your holiday shopping done at a new holiday market in the Finger Lakes, zoom down one the Catskills’ steepest ski trails, and more. Whether you’re planning a wonderful winter weekend getaway or just looking to make magical memories, be sure to add the Empire State’s latest and greatest to your winter must-do list.
12 Ways to Get in the Holiday Spirit in New York
Nov 30, 2024 by I LOVE NY Staff
From grabbing a festive beverage to outdoor winter adventures to holiday markets, here are 12 ways to launch you and your loved ones into the spirit of the season, New York State style.
48 Hours in the North Pole
Nov 22, 2024 by Ross D. Levi
Thoughts unavoidably turn to the North Pole this time of year, and the lesser-known North Pole sits in the shadow of Whiteface Mountain in New York's Adirondack Park. It's a real town (hamlet, actually, in the town of Wilmington) in the state's northeast corner, just about 12 miles from Lake Placid. Appropriately, it's home to Santa's Workshop, believed to be the nation's oldest theme park.
What do you buy for the person who has everything? Holiday markets are sprouting up across New York, where local art, specialty crafts, and food and drink make the gift-giving season a breeze. Here are the markets to hit before the season's over!…
13 New York Towns that Go All Out for the Holidays
Nov 08, 2024 by Marta Zielinska and Rachel Dymond
New York State is full of charming towns that will have you feeling like you’ve stepped into a Hallmark movie. Have a holly jolly time as you take an enchanting ride in a vintage train car on the…
24 Things to Do This Winter in New York State
Nov 08, 2024 by I LOVE NY Staff
Winter is almost here and it's time to start planning your next adventure in New York State! Will you opt to head outdoors for snow-related activities like skiing the greatest vertical east of the…
10 Best Winter Hikes in New York
Nov 06, 2024 by I LOVE NY Staff
What activity will get your heart rate up while offering stunning views and tranquil moments to whisk you away from life's daily pressures? Winter hiking in New York!…
Where to Après-Ski in Western New York
Nov 04, 2024 by Marta Zielinska
Western New York is well-known for its lake effect snow, which can bring feet upon feet of fresh powder to the marvelous mountains of the Greater Niagara and Chautauqua-Allegheny regions.