Nothing says winter in the Adirondacks quite like Saranac Lake’s Winter Carnival ❄️🎆 From ice palaces to fireworks to full-blown Cartoonival energy, this 10-day celebration is one of New York’s most iconic winter events. Here’s what to know before you go: Saranac Lake Winter Carnival February 6–15, 2026 Fireworks & Ice Palace Lighting: Saturday, February 7 Ice Palace open: February 7–14 (weather permitting) Theme: Cartoonival Ice Palace Accessibility Day: February 10 Fireworks: Sunday, February

WINTER PALACE IN SAINT PETERSBURG❄️🏛️ The Winter Palace is one of the most iconic landmarks of Saint Petersburg and a symbol of imperial Russia. Once the official residence of the Russian emperors, it now houses the world-famous Hermitage Museum🎨🖼️ A masterpiece of Baroque architecture, it amazes with its grandeur, elegance, and rich history✨🕰️ The palace contains 1,084 rooms🚪 and 117 staircases🪜, stretching 210 meters along the Neva River🌊 Over 4,000 workers👷‍♂️👷‍♀️ labored to build th