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Experience tubing with colorful LED lights, lasers, and live DJs, making for a family-friendly party under the stars.
Join us in The Village for Apres, shopping, ice skating and everything in between. DJs will be on the stage every Friday, Saturday, & Sunday this winter.
Beyond a curated selection of beer, wine, and spirits, Zander’s The BottleShop offers weekly tastings, mixology workshops, and educational classes - perfect for expanding your palate and discovering new favorites. Whether you're celebrating or simply exploring, this Truckee gem has you covered.
Tasting Educational Classes on Thursday from 5pm-7pm
Mixology/Educational Classes on Saturday 4pm-6pm
Put your trivia skills to the test at Alder Creek Cafe. Win cool prizes with your random knowledge during this wildly fun game night. Plus, enjoy a unique selection of $5 beer and wine during Happy Hour!
Join TERC scientists for a fun, interactive on-the-mountain tour at Alpine in partnership with the US Forest Service. Do you love to ski/snowboard and science? This is a unique opportunity for you! Learn about the research and education of the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC), the environmental history of Alpine, and the role of the US Forest Service and public lands at Palisades Tahoe.
All skiers and snowboarders – Palisades Tahoe Community Foundation (PTCF) invites all Teams Families and the broader Palisades Tahoe community to a fun-filled competition with family and friends!
100% of the proceeds will support PTCF programming. The race format includes a Family Fun Giant Slalom course on Exhibition, set as a dual GS course. Each racer will have two runs, one on each course. Team registration allows for building a family team of 2, 3, or 4 people, or a friend group of 2 or 4 to race together. Coach Teams of 2 can enter for free. Following the race, there will be podium awards, a raffle, and food & drink specials at the Plaza Bar. Awards will be given to race teams with the three lowest combined times for each division, and the winner of the P2P Fundraising Challenge will be announced.
After the long winter of the High Sierra, Truckee’s vistas and landscapes come alive. Transforming from winter white to the inspiring colors and sounds of spring lays the foundation for much of the local arts scene and unique mountain culture. Truckee’s creative community reawakens with an abundance of events, celebrating the beauty of the season.
Celebrate spring at Northstar! Try your luck at the pond skim, or test your skills at the rail jam. More details coming soon!
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort will close on April 6 for the 2024/25 season. Come enjoy one last day of shredding!
Join us at Palisades Tahoe for the highly-anticipated FIS Spring Series, hosted by our esteemed FIS race teams! Running from April 10th to 13th, 2025, this event features Slalom and GS races for both men and women. All U16_ races are sanctioned, scored events. All athletes must hold a valid U.S. Ski & Snowboard and Far West competitors license. Don't miss the thrilling action and competitive spirit at Palisades Tahoe during this exciting series!
Looking for a great way to enhance your trip to Lake Tahoe? Join Tahoe Adventure Company for one of our very special Full Moon Snowshoe Treks. Take in the brisk mountain air as you snowshoe under the moon and learn about the High Sierra.
Whether you're skimming the pond or observing from the sidelines, don't miss this legendary party. Live music, a pop-up bar, and a snow beach viewing area to watch the action. Will they make it...or will they slam?! Pond location is between Disney and Nob Hill Chairlifts, near the Village Lodge base area.
Ditch the ski jacket for a collared shirt and khakis: Alpine's Annual Snow Golf Tournament is back for its 39th year! As the only top-to-bottom snow golf course, this highly anticipated spring event is a unique way to spend a day on the slopes with friends and family. The ten-hole course starts at the top of Summit Express chair and meanders its way down the mountain with the last holes bringing competitors to The Chalet for a Caddyshack-themed afterparty.
Come out and make new friends, hang out, and enjoy spring vibes! There will be a DJ and a meetup area at Gold Coast all day plus a space to dace together during the Spring Tracks DJ show at KT base bar afterwards. Colorful clothing encouraged!
Avalanche beacons will be buried in a one-acre area and competitors will work individually or in teams of up to four people to locate them. Competitors can redeem a found beacon for prizes. This is a free event, and registration takes place at the top of Subway chair from 10am -11:30am. The beacon search will be starting at noon.
One of the largest Earth Day celebrations in the region, the free community event takes place at The Village at Palisades Tahoe from 11am-5pm and gives kids and adults the opportunity to learn about recycling, composting, alternative energy, and sustainability through hands-on activities the whole family can enjoy. This event is a community tradition to learn about sustainable products and services offered by local organizations and businesses, meet with local area nonprofits that share Earth Day values, as well as showcasing local entertainment. Our goal is to connect the community with the people and resources found in our region who foster innovation, initiate change and ultimately implement an equitable partnership for a green planet.
Solid Ground Pro at Sugar Bowl is an exciting new event created to inspire and empower the next generation of ski and snowboard athletes. Set against the stunning backdrop of Donner Summit, this multi-day gathering combines networking, personal growth, and a celebration of athletic achievement.
The 33rd Annual Cushing Crossing is the best event of the spring season. The original pond skimming contest is tentatively scheduled for May 3rd, 2025 at 1pm*. Join in on the fun, watch big spills, and share some much-needed laughs with our celebrity judges and 2 of the best emcees around. Costumes are highly encouraged! The awards ceremony will immediately follow the event at Cushing Pond. Each category winner will win prizes from our sponsors: Yeti, Smith, Dakine, and Darn Tough. Official prize details coming soon!
Join for the Truckee Certified Farmers Market every Tuesday morning from 8am to 1pm, May 14th - October 15th. Located at Truckee River Regional Park, 10500 Brockway Road, we're sure to have something the whole family can enjoy. Fresh, local, and fun! Hope to see you there!
The monthly Sierra Speaker Series connects folks to the rich cultural and natural history of the area. Join at Donner Memorial Sate Park Visitor Center to learn and engage. Doors open at 5pm, and the presentation is to follow at 5:30pm. Admission is a suggested $5 donation. Light refreshments will be available. Parking is free after 5pm.
Made in Tahoe is a vibrant celebration of all things local, showcasing the best that the Lake Tahoe Basin and Truckee areas have to offer. Hosted at The Village at Palisades Tahoe, this event features a diverse range of offerings that are either made or inspired by the community, including local artisans, businesses, chefs, organizations, and entertainers.
Welcome to the second annual Truckee Pride Week, a celebration of diversity, inclusivity, and love in our mountain town, happening June 1st-7th, 2025! Truckee Pride is a grassroots organization working to make Truckee a diverse and welcoming place for people of all genders and sexual orientations. In celebration of and in alliance with the LGBTQIA2S+ community, a week-long series of events, activities, and gatherings will take place in the town of Truckee and the surrounding area.
This Truckee Pride event is going to be a super fun night with Pattie Gonia, an iconic drag queen and environmental advocate bringing joy, advocacy, and fabulousness to the festivities!
Come to the makerspace home at the Truckee Tahoe Airport for this beloved celebration of art, community, and ingenuity at the 9th annual Maker Show. Try sewing, experience wood turning, create your own candle, paint with beeswax, or explore screen printing. There will be food trucks, beer, music, Robot Rumble, art cars, kids activities, tours of the makerspace, a silent auction, and raffle prizes.
Truckee Thursdays is a feel-good event that beckons the community to enjoy some exuberant downtown summertime energy. Offering live music, licensed alcohol area, food court with local food trucks and vendors, children’s activities, and a wide variety of artisan vendors. It’s no wonder this lively weekly event is on both locals’ and visitors’ must-do list. In addition, attendees will find sidewalk sales and other activities hosted by Historic Downtown merchants. Event Hours are 5pm to 9pm.
Join us for the Wild Lotus Yoga Festival, a transformative weekend of yoga, meditation, and music set against the stunning backdrop of Palisades Tahoe. Taking place on Saturday, July 12th, from 9 AM to 10 PM, and Sunday, July 13th, from 9 AM to 5 PM, this event celebrates the vibrant Tahoe-Truckee wellness community. Immerse yourself in a variety of yoga classes, workshops, and educational talks led by stellar presenters. Connect with like-minded individuals and embrace the serenity of the sublime surroundings of Lake Tahoe on a beautiful summer day.Schedule, Music, and ticket info coming soon!
Listen to live music while you dine! View our Music & Drinking page for information on Truckee's weekend music scene at local bars, restaurants, and breweries.
This series will take place 25 times throughout the season, bringing vibrant energy and a lively après-ski scene to the KT Base Bar Deck. Enjoy live music, great company, and refreshing drinks in a festive outdoor setting. The KT-22 Bass Bar Music Series is a free event and open to everyone, so bring your friends, family, and good vibes.
Settle in for an unforgettable après-ski experience at the Alpine Lodge Music Series. This winter, we’re bringing the best live music to the heart of Alpine, creating the perfect vibe to cap off your day on the mountain.
Join us in The Village for apres, shopping, ice skating and everything in between. DJs will be on the stage every Friday, Saturday, & Sunday this winter.
Elevate your après-ski experience at Tahoe Donner's 2025 Winter Music Series – a harmonious blend of live tunes, happy hour delights, and a warm, family-friendly atmosphere. Join every Saturday night from February 1 to March 29 for a diverse musical lineup and delicious food that will ensure something for every family member.
The Latitude 39 Festival is back for the third year in a row! LONESTAR is country royalty and we are honored to have them at the rodeo grounds this year. After 30 years together, Lonestar has earned 10 #1 songs like “My Front Porch Looking In,” “Amazed,” “I’m Already There” and SO many more. Their high energy show is the soundtrack to every country music fan’s life! Also joining them this year, a Latitude39 tradition, are our friends Mark Mackay and CJ Solar. The event starts at 5PM and there will be food trucks and multiple bars on site.
Get your dancing shoes on and prepare for an unforgettable time as the Bluesdays Series returns for its 16th year in The Village at Palisades! This sensational summer music series brings together the best blues musicians from across the country, every Tuesday from June 24 - August 26, 2025. And the best part? It's completely FREE! Don't miss out on this incredible Bluesdays Series. Join us for a soulful experience filled with amazing music, delicious food from Village restaurants, and a refreshing outdoor Blues Bar in partnership with 22 Bistro. Bring your own low back chair and get ready to make this summer unforgettable at the Bluesdays!
Get your dancing shoes on and prepare for an unforgettable time as the Bluesdays Series returns for its 16th year in The Village at Palisades! This sensational summer music series brings together the best blues musicians from across the country, every Tuesday from June 24 - August 26, 2025. And the best part? It's completely FREE! Don't miss out on this incredible Bluesdays Series. Join us for a soulful experience filled with amazing music, delicious food from Village restaurants, and a refreshing outdoor Blues Bar in partnership with 22 Bistro. Bring your own low back chair and get ready to make this summer unforgettable at the Bluesdays!
Join us for the kickoff of the Palisades Tahoe Town Race League Series on March 5, 2025, where local racers of all levels come together to compete in a series of exciting alpine races. This community competition is perfect for skiers and snowboarders looking to challenge themselves and showcase their skills. This series will continue every Wednesday night through April 9 with a new theme each week. Each week we will pick the best dressed racer to win a prize!
The Lake Tahoe Basin’s premier SkiMo competition and an incredibly family-friendly event. Competitors race to the top of the mountain using whatever human-powered method you prefer – skins, snowshoes, running shoes, etc. – then ski, snowboard, snowshoe, or run back down to the finish line. For those of a less competitive nature, a recreational course to mid-mountain is available. The event will also include activities in the base area including uphill demos, a DJ and awards ceremony in the Loft Bar! Then, the fun continues with a winter-wildlife snowshoe hike Sunday morning.
Watch the top competitors from each division in moguls, dual moguls, and aerials. This event will take place on Red Dog Face at Palisades.
Ski-touring enthusiasts rack up as many human-powered laps to the top of Mount Lincoln as they can in a day.
This innovative freeride competition, inspired by the original Silver Belt Classic of the 1940's, blends natural terrain with man-made features in the famed Silver Belt Gully. Qualify to compete.
A multi-day jam on specifically designed features in the all-new Sugar Bowl Parks for top freeskiers
and pros.
An end-of-season party does not disappoint with hilarious costumes and incredible skimming
attempts, followed by live music and a wild party.
Ditch the ski jacket for a collared shirt and khakis: Alpine's Annual Snow Golf Tournament is back for its 39th year! As the only top-to-bottom snow golf course, this highly anticipated spring event is a unique way to spend a day on the slopes with friends and family. The ten-hole course starts at the top of Summit Express chair and meanders its way down the mountain with the last holes bringing competitors to The Chalet for a Caddyshack-themed afterparty.
The 33rd Annual Cushing Crossing is the best event of the spring season. The original pond skimming contest is tentatively scheduled for May 3rd, 2025 at 1pm. Join in on the fun, watch big spills, and share some much-needed laughs with our celebrity judges and 2 of the best emcees around. Costumes are highly encouraged! The awards ceremony will immediately follow the event at Cushing Pond.
For over 30 years, cyclists have come together on Tahoe’s legendary shores to ride for blood cancer patients and their families. You can be one of them. Click into your pedals to support The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) mission to find cures and improve patient’s lives!
Choose from three stunning event routes: either 35* miles, 72 miles, or 100 miles. Your bike powers the treatments, support services, and advocacy that those affected by blood cancer need and deserve. Get ready to ride that turquoise shore and take in the mountains with your fellow riders cheering you on!
For you, America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride is the ride of a lifetime. For those affected by blood cancer, it can be lifesaving.
Girls on the Run is a program that empowers individuals of all abilities to enhance their self-confidence through physical activity and life skill development. Volunteer coaches lead sessions that combine exercise with lessons on emotional management, friendship building, and empathy. Participants experience a supportive team environment, culminating in a Community Impact Project and a 5K run, fostering a sense of achievement and confidence.
The Olympic Valley Half Marathon and 8 Miler start and finish at the iconic Village at Palisades Tahoe, site of the historic 1960 Winter Olympics. The course is fast and flat, a scenic out-and-back featuring mainly paved trail through the valley and along the Truckee River. During the route, keep an eye out for bald eagles, mule deer, and trout leaping out of the river all while enjoying the cool, refreshing Sierra air. You will be supported by plenty of aid stations along the course which will have water, electrolyte beverages and a variety of fruit and snacks. Don't miss this "Bucket List" Half Marathon and 8-Miler!
The Broken Arrow Skyrace features eight distances: a 46k, 23k, Vertical K, 18k, 11k, Triple Crown (Vk/23k/46k), the Iron Crown (IFC/23k/46k), the Iron Face Challenge, and a kids race. These races are unique in California as most of the terrain is above tree line. Runners will be treated to spectacular views of Lake Tahoe’s emerald-blue waters and Palisade Tahoe's unmistakable high-alpine terrain. Elite and recreational participants will run and then celebrate together with first-class food, craft beer, music, seminars, films and fun activities for the whole family.
We're excited to announce that registration is now open for TrailCon, slated for June 24-25, 2025 at Palisades Tahoe. This new and exciting two-day celebration of trail and ultra running draws attendees from across the globe to North Lake Tahoe, and is strategically placed between two iconic races, the Broken Arrow Skyrace and the heralded Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run. TrailCon is the literal "heartbeat of the sport" and showcases 20+ panels, a famous keynote speaker, a new Trail Running Hall of Fame Ceremony, a consumer-facing vendor village/exposition, brand activations and more. TrailCon is entirely free to attend.
Truckee Gravel offers three epic route options, ranging from 30 to over 100 miles, each showcasing the beauty of Truckee and beyond. Kicking off in our mountain town, the race winds north into the rugged expanse of Tahoe National Forest.
Riders will tackle long stretches of well-maintained gravel and dirt roads, with occasional pavement and an exciting touch of singletrack at the finish. The extended long course takes you all the way to Sierraville, with a breathtaking climb to the summit of Yuba Pass.
The Western States ® 100-Mile Endurance Run is the world’s oldest 100 mile trail race. The Run starts in Olympic Valley, California, near the site of the 1960 Winter Olympics, and ends 100.2 miles later in Auburn, California. In the decades since its inception in 1974, Western States has come to represent one of the ultimate endurance tests in the world.
The Barracuda Championship is operated by the Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, the Mission of the Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation is to leverage the highest ideals of golf to inspire and transform our community and environment.
As only one of a handful of cities to have the opportunity to host a PGA TOUR event, the Barracuda Championship held July 14- July 20, welcomes 156 professional golfers (106 PGA TOUR professionals and 50 DP World Tour professionals) to our beautiful town as they compete for their share of a $3.8 million purse and 300 FedExCup points. With the support of sponsors and volunteers, the Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation has raised over $5 million to-date for deserving nonprofit organizations. Thank you for your ongoing support as we celebrate 27 years in 2025!
Do you like running up and down mountains? Soaking in stunning views of summits, wildflowers, and alpine lakes? How about pushing yourself to your limit on a high altitude ridge in the morning before getting back to the rest of your life in the afternoon?
Come join this 11 mile point to point route featuring 3,300 feet of climbing and as much descending at the first ever Mountain Tiger Donner Summit. Come share some miles and beers! Relive all the action with your friends at the finisher basecamp hosted by Sugar Bowl Resort and stick around for a loaded prize raffle with major giveaways from sponsors.
Located just five minutes from Downtown Truckee on the east end of Donner Lake, Donner Memorial State Park is open year-round and offers weekly, drop-in interpretive programs where you can learn about the natural and cultural history of the Truckee-Tahoe region. In the winter, check out their guided snowshoe tours, and in the summer, they offer guided paddling tours, mountain bike tours, junior ranger programs, historical tours, campfire talks, and park cleanups.
View Weekly Interpretive Programs & Events
Explore the history of the area and the people who came into this part of the Sierra, including local Native Americans, the Donner Party, and builders of the transcontinental railroad. Visitors can expect to spend about one hour exploring exhibits.
For guided adventure tours, scenic tours, and cultural tours, view our Guides, Tours, Shops page.
Check out the Truckee Certified Farmers Market every Tuesday morning from May through October. Conveniently located at Truckee River Regional Park, just minutes from downtown Truckee. Fresh, local, and fun!
Just 40 minutes east of Truckee, Reno, NV hosts a variety of events and festivals like hot air balloon festivals, wine walks, cook-off competitions and much more. From nightlife and gambling to art and museums, there's always something fun waiting "down the hill" from Truckee in the Biggest Little City in the World.
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