Save the Date ~
Snow forge 2026 is Sunday, December 6!

Snow Forge - A Magical Holiday Tradition!

Happening every year on the first Sunday in December, Snow Forge transforms the Borough of Old Forge into a winter wonderland filled with festive fun for all ages!

A little boy sending a letter to Santa.
Santa and a little boy in front of the borough building.
Two children in hats and coats holding snow, standing outside, smiling.
Crowd beneath a glowing Christmas tree with falling

When

December 6, 2026

1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Where

Main Street, Old Forge

Christmas Tree Lighting

Ceremony begins at 4:30 p.m.

Photos & Music

Capture memories with Photos with Santa and enjoy festive tunes from our jolly DJs.

Santa Claus with three children, surrounded by Christmas trees, seated on chairs, talking.
Black and white abstract with a curvy, organic shape.
Black snowflake shape on a white background.
Black asterisk shape.
Boy standing behind a
Black curved shape against a white background.

Holiday Crafts & Treats

Get creative with holiday crafts, join in fun games, and warm up at the s’mores station.

Winter Magic

Watch the artistry of ice carving, settle in for storytime with Mrs. Claus, and hop aboard the trackless train rides.

Black asterisk shape on a white background.
Black snowflake on a white background.
Mrs. Claus reading to children from a sleigh-shaped book in front of a house on a sunny day.
Black abstract design with curved and straight lines.
Horse-drawn wagon with people moves down street. Brown horses, red wagon, cloudy day.
Stylized black curved line with a small circle.

Evening Spectacle

The night comes alive with the Santa Parade, a fireworks show, and the grand Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at 4:30 p.m.

Santa’s Village

Browse 65+ local craft vendors offering handmade gifts, treats, and holiday treasures at Santa’s Village.

Black snowflake symbol on white background.
Black asterisk shape with six radiating lines and six surrounding dots on a white background.
Outdoor market with white tents, people browsing and vendors selling food.
Black blob with a wavy top, set against a white background.

Gallery

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