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when were the olympics in lake placid

Lake Placid has hosted the Winter Olympics twice : in 1932 and in 1980.

Quick Scoop: Lake Placid Olympic Years

  • 1932 Winter Olympics (III Olympic Winter Games) were held in Lake Placid, New York.
  • 1980 Winter Olympics were also held in Lake Placid, making it a two-time Winter Games host.
  • Lake Placid is one of only a few places to have hosted the Winter Olympics twice (alongside St. Moritz and Innsbruck).

So if you’re wondering “when were the Olympics in Lake Placid?” the answer is: 1932 and 1980.

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