Events Calendar
Truckee Ski & Snowboard Swap
- Nov 7
- 11:00am - 4:00pm
Gear up for winter at Truckee’s annual Ski & Snowboard Swap, with new and used equipment, expert advice, great deals and a silent auction benefiting local recreation scholarships.
Family Movie Night at Tahoe Donner
- Nov 6
- 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Cozy up for a free Friday night movie with the family at Tahoe Donner’s Northwoods Clubhouse.
Truckee Ski & Snowboard Swap
- Nov 7
- 11:00am - 4:00pm
Gear up for winter at Truckee’s annual Ski & Snowboard Swap, with new and used equipment, expert advice, great deals and a silent auction benefiting local recreation scholarships.
Start Haus Free Ski Tuning Clinic Series
- Nov 7
- 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Learn how to tune, wax and care for your skis or snowboard during a free seven-part clinic series at Start Haus in Truckee.
Avalanche Education Series: The Beta
- Nov 11
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Dig deeper into backcountry decision-making with avalanche educators and experienced local skiers during the second event in Tahoe Mountain Sports’ avalanche education series.
Family Movie Night at Tahoe Donner
- Nov 13
- 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Cozy up for a free Friday night movie with the family at Tahoe Donner’s Northwoods Clubhouse.
Truckee Community Lantern Walk
- Nov 14
- 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Light a lantern at dusk and join a song-filled community walk along the Truckee River Legacy Trail.
Emo Kids LIVE at Crystal Bay Casino
- Nov 14
- 8:00pm - 11:30pm
Sing along to the emo and pop-punk anthems of the 2000s when Emo Kids brings its high-energy live show to Crystal Bay Casino.
Family Movie Night at Tahoe Donner
- Nov 20
- 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Cozy up for a free Friday night movie with the family at Tahoe Donner’s Northwoods Clubhouse.
Thanksgiving Dinner at The Lodge
- Nov 26
- 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Celebrate Thanksgiving in Truckee with a three-course holiday dinner at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub in Tahoe Donner.
Family Movie Night at Tahoe Donner
- Nov 27
- 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Cozy up for a free Friday night movie with the family at Tahoe Donner’s Northwoods Clubhouse.
Light Up the Night at Tahoe Donner
- Nov 28
- 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Welcome the holiday season with Tahoe Donner’s annual tree-lighting celebration featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus, kids’ crafts, cozy drinks and festive fun.
Start Haus Free Ski Tuning Clinic Series
- Nov 28
- 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Learn how to tune, wax and care for your skis or snowboard during a free seven-part clinic series at Start Haus in Truckee.
Festive Fridays in Downtown Truckee
- Dec 4
- 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Festive Fridays are back! Celebrate the season in Downtown Truckee with three evenings of holiday lights, local shopping, carolers, Santa visits, family activities and plenty of small-town holiday cheer.
Wild River Winter Faire
- Dec 5
- 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Sip cocoa in the forest, craft handmade gifts in the Tomten Workshop and meet King Winter and the Snow Queen at Wild River’s beloved Winter Faire, a cozy, unhurried celebration of the season.
Tahoe Live
- Dec 11 - 13
Three days of electronic music meet ski season at Palisades Tahoe, with GRiZ, Knock2, Chris Lake, T-Pain’s TEDDY PAIN, Madeon and more taking the stage.
Festive Fridays in Downtown Truckee
- Dec 11
- 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Festive Fridays are back! Celebrate the season in Downtown Truckee with three evenings of holiday lights, local shopping, carolers, Santa visits, family activities and plenty of small-town holiday cheer.
The Twisted Nutcracker: The Tail of the Mouse King
- Dec 11
- 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Truckee Dance Factory brings back its high energy, hilarious, and heartwarming holiday hit with a twist on the classic Nutcracker told from the Mouse King’s point of view.
The Twisted Nutcracker: The Tail of the Mouse King
- Dec 12
- 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Truckee Dance Factory brings back its high energy, hilarious, and heartwarming holiday hit with a twist on the classic Nutcracker told from the Mouse King’s point of view.
Start Haus Free Ski Tuning Clinic Series
- Dec 12
- 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Learn how to tune, wax and care for your skis or snowboard during a free seven-part clinic series at Start Haus in Truckee.
Avalanche Education Series: The Rescue
- Dec 16
- 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Learn what happens when things go wrong in the backcountry during an evening focused on avalanche rescue, essential safety gear, communication and real-world search-and-rescue experience.
Festive Fridays in Downtown Truckee
- Dec 18
- 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Festive Fridays are back! Celebrate the season in Downtown Truckee with three evenings of holiday lights, local shopping, carolers, Santa visits, family activities and plenty of small-town holiday cheer.
U.S. XC Skiing: Where We Are Now + What’s Ahead
- Dec 20
- 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Get an inside look at the future of U.S. cross-country skiing with Truckee’s Lizzie Larkins, U.S. Ski & Snowboard Cross Country Development Coach.
Ski With Santa at Tahoe Donner
- Dec 25
- 11:30am - 3:30pm
Spend Christmas Day on the slopes with Santa during one of Tahoe Donner’s favorite holiday traditions.
New Year’s Eve Guided Snowshoe Tour at Tahoe Donner
- Dec 31
- 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Celebrate the countdown with a moonlit snowshoe tour through Tahoe Donner’s trails, topped off with fireworks overhead.
New Year’s Eve Light Parade + Fireworks Show at Tahoe Donner
- Dec 31
- 6:00pm - 10:30pm
Ring in the new year with a glowing ski and snowboard parade, fireworks, music and après fun at Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort.
Start Haus Free Ski Tuning Clinic Series
- Jan 2
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Learn how to tune, wax and care for your skis or snowboard during a free seven-part clinic series at Start Haus in Truckee.
Signature Events of Truckee
Immerse yourself in the dynamic spirit of Truckee-Tahoe, where every season brings a new reason to celebrate. From the rhythmic beats of live music and vibrant hues of local art shows to the adrenaline rush of trail running festivals and rich tapestry of cultural events, our mountain community thrives on connection and celebration. Dive into our calendar of events and line up your visit with the festivities you love most.