The 2026 Caroga Winter Carnival features outhouse races, ice activities, and family events on Sunday, January 26.

The 2026 Caroga Winter Carnival in New York features the annual Outhouse Races on Sunday noon, where teams race homemade outhouses across West Caroga Lake, with prizes for creativity and endurance. Other events include ice skating at Sherman’s Park with festive lights, downhill skiing and snowboarding at Royal Mountain Ski Area, fat biking on Wheelerville Trails, and a vintage snowmobile show and sled parade. Kids can join a free ice fishing clinic, while families enjoy a pancake breakfast fundraiser, Rave Parade with fireworks, chili cook-off, and themed gatherings. The weekend celebrates winter traditions with community-driven outdoor activities.