Trail's End with Wayne Failing
Spend the evening with Wayne Failing in the Lake House Great Room. A local musician and licensed Adirondack Guide, Wayne pairs live music with stories drawn from his time guiding in these mountains and from the people who live and play here.
After a day out in the snow, warm up in the Great Room and stay as long as you like. The Bar at Lake House will be open for a hot drink or a holiday toast.
The performance is free, and you don’t need a reservation. Catch a song or two, or settle in for the whole show.
December 28, 2026 from 5 PM to 8 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When and where is Trails End with Wayne Failing?
A: Trails End with Wayne Failing is on Monday, December 28, 2026, from 5 PM to 8 PM. It takes place in the Great Room at Lake House at High Peaks Resort in Lake Placid, NY, across the street from Mirror Lake.
Q: Who is Wayne Failing?
A: Wayne Failing is a local musician and licensed Adirondack Guide. His performances combine live music with stories from his time guiding in the Adirondack Mountains and from the people he has met along the way.
Q: Is the show free, and do I need a reservation?
A: The show is free, and you don’t need a reservation. You can stop in for a few songs or stay for the whole evening.
Q: Can I get a drink during the show?
A: Yes. The Bar at Lake House will be open during the performance.
Q: What else is happening at High Peaks Resort between Christmas and New Year’s?
A: High Peaks Resort hosts free events all week, and none of them need a reservation:
- Birds of Prey Demonstration: Saturday, December 26, at 10 AM in the Main Resort lobby. Expert Mark Manske brings owls, hawks, and falcons for an up-close look.
- Paint the Afternoon: Saturday, December 26, and Wednesday, December 30, from 4 PM to 5:30 PM, just off the Main Resort lobby. You don’t need any painting experience. Space is first come, first served.
- Trails End with Wayne Failing: Monday, December 28, from 5 PM to 8 PM in the Lake House Great Room.
- Game Night: Tuesday, December 29, and Thursday, December 31, from 5 PM to 9 PM in the Lake House Great Room.
- The New Year’s Eve celebration on December 31 is included in your resort charge when you stay with us.
Q: Where can I celebrate New Year’s Eve in Lake Placid?
A: High Peaks Resort celebrates New Year’s Eve on Thursday, December 31, from 5 PM to 12:30 AM. The night includes live music from Scott Sileo and a champagne toast at midnight. If you stay in any of the three resort buildings (the Main Resort, Lake House, or the Waterfront Collection), the celebration is included in your resort charge. Earlier that evening, Game Night runs from 5 PM to 9 PM in the Lake House Great Room.
Q: Where should I stay in Lake Placid for the holiday week?
A: High Peaks Resort has three places to stay on or across the street from Mirror Lake. The Main Resort has 105 rooms, and most of them have views of Mirror Lake and the Adirondack Mountains. Lake House is a 44-room hotel inspired by mid-century modern design. The 29 rooms of the Waterfront Collection sit directly on Mirror Lake. If you stay from December 26 through New Year’s Eve, every event above happens on property.
1 Mirror Lake Drive, Lake Placid 12946