Last weekend’s storm delivered so much snow and there is no denying that winter is HERE! Enjoy this magical time of year by celebrating the holidays in North Lake Tahoe. NTBA encourages you to support your friends and neighbors by shopping locally, treating yourself to your favorite local restaurant, giving back and volunteering your time, or donating to our amazing nonprofits! To check out the full list of local holiday happenings, visit the link below. NTBA’s Staff and Board wishes you a very merry holiday season and a Happy New Year!
Santa Ski Day at Mt Rose Ski Tahoe
Alibi’s 8th Anniversary Party in Incline Village
Celebrate this Friday, December 16 with a Great Gatsby-themed swing dancing party with alt-gypsy-jazzy tunes of Sneaky Creatures! Show up at 8pm for a free swing dancing lesson (no partner required) then cut the rug all night long. Roaring 20’s costumes encouraged! Proceeds from ticket sales will support Sierra Community House, who provides much-needed family support, crisis intervention, hunger relief, and legal services to North Tahoe and Truckee residents. Purchase tickets
Alibi’s 8th Anniversary Party in Truckee
Christmas in Hawaii with Jake Shimabukuro
On Saturday, December 17, enjoy this seated show at the Crystal Bay Casino — Christmas in Hawaii — in the Crown Room, featuring Jake Shimabukuro and Justin Kawika Young. Ages 21+ only. Music starts at 8pm. Learn more
Northstar’s Noel Nights
Get in the holiday spirit for family friendly Friday après. Join Northstar for free live music, photos with Santa, a Letters to Santa location, face painting and balloon animals! Grab some skates from their rental location, or bring your own, and enjoy The Village at Northstar! Take advantage of the final Noel Nights of the season this weekend, December 16 and 17 at 5pm. Learn more
Northstar’s Winter Live Music Series
Après the right way in The Village at Northstar, each Saturday this winter through March. Grab a drink from the Cabana Bar, cozy up around a fire pit, or break out the ice skates and enjoy free live music from 2 to 5pm. Learn more
Santa & Penguin Pete Visit Diamond Peak
Christmas Dinner at Gar Woods
New Year’s Eve Celebration at Northstar
Dance the night away in The Village at Northstar and help us ring in the New Year during this super special 50th Anniversary winter season! As we welcome in the New Year, we will begin our next celebratory chapter by hosting our first Drone Show! Watch and listen to this unique visual experience at 9pm. Celebrations in The Village will take place from 5pm to 10pm. Learn more
New Year’s Eve Celebration at Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe
Celebrate New Years Eve @ 8260′ with the LAST Day of 2022 on the Slopes followed by Fireworks at Dusk (approx 5:45pm – Main Lodge). Learn more
Welcome 2023 at Gar Woods for the New Year’s Celebration
Join us at Gar Woods Grill & Pier for our famous annual New Years Eve extravaganza! New Year’s Eve Dinner Specials, as well as full menu. Music by DJ Sawyer. Party favors and champagne at midnight! …because your resolutions don’t start until tomorrow! Learn more
Celebrate NYE with The Motet at Crystal Bay Casino
The Motet will come to the Crystal Bay to help ring in 2023 in the Crystal Bay Casino Crown Room on Dec 30 & 31. Tickets on sale now!
January is Learn to Ski & Ride Month
January is “Learn to Ski & Snowboard” month and North Lake Tahoe has the highest concentration of ski resorts in the nation. Whether you’re new to snow or a veteran powder-shredder, stay on top of conditions and view mountain webcams.
Snowshoe Star Tours with Tony Berendsen
Stargazers unite! Join Tahoe Adventure Company on December 23 from 4 to 8pm for a guided Sunset Snowshoe tour followed by a telescopic tour of the night sky with award winning astronomer, Tony Berendsen. Knowledgeable guides will teach you about the natural and human history of the area while you watch the sun set behind the Sierras. You will be guided to a viewing point, where Tony will open your mind to the unknown world above you. Hot drinks and snacks will be served as our Star Tour begins. Cost is $95/person. Location is dependent on weather and snow pack. More Star Tours dates: January 15, February 16, March 11, and April 14. Contact tahoeadventurecompany.com to book your spot and/or check out other group tour options throughout this winter season!
Full Moon Snowshoe Tours
Join Tahoe Adventure Company for one of their special Full Moon Treks through the brisk mountain air of Lake Tahoe’s pristine forests. You will trek on our easy to use snowshoes by moonlight. Our knowledgeable guides will discuss local natural history and fascinating facts about our moon. We will also stop along the way to take in the beautiful views and enjoy snacks and hot drinks. Cost is $85/person. No experience necessary. Location is dependent on weather and snow pack. Trip includes snowshoes, poles, knowledgeable guides, natural history discussions, hot drinks, trail snacks, and permit fees. Upcoming dates include January 6 & 7. Contact tahoeadventurecompany.com to book your spot and/or check out other group tour options throughout this winter season!
Sunset Snowshoe Tours
Watch the sun cast a purple alpenglow onto the Sierra while trekking through Tahoe’s peaceful forest with Tahoe Adventure Tours. Experience the solitude of winter at this special time of day while learning local natural and human history. Offered every Friday, December through April, or by custom arrangement with four or more guests. Tour time varies based on sunset time that day. Cost is $85/person. Location is dependent on weather and snow pack. Contact tahoeadventurecompany.com to book your spot and/or check out other group tour options throughout this winter season!
How to Ease Into Exercise in the New Year with New Workout Plans
Have you decided that 2023 is the year that you’ll finally follow through on your plan to exercise more often? Although regular exercise is essential to your health, Lake Tahoe Wellness Center wants to remind us you may injure yourself if you suddenly begin a rigorous workout routine. Fortunately, your chiropractor can help you create a safe, effective workout plan that gradually improves your physical fitness. To read more, visit the website.
Kick Off 2023 Healthy and Energized with Tahoe Core Pilates
Tahoe Core Pilates in Tahoe City is a Pilates studio that offers small group classes, as well as private and semi-private sessions. The group classes include reformer, chair, tower, mat and barre. In Incline Village, they also offer personal training, kickboxing, TRX and additional group fitness classes through Tahoe Fitness Loft. Unlimited monthly memberships available. Prices starting as low as $175. Holiday Gift Certificates are available. Check out thee current class schedule here!
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