Events Calendar
Downtown Truckee Chanukah Celebration
- Dec 15
- 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Celebrate Chanukah in Downtown Truckee with a community menorah lighting, artisanal donuts, and a live DJ at the Truckee Visitors Center.
Holiday Block Party
- Dec 11
- 4:30pm - 8:30pm
Shop, sip, and celebrate local at the Holiday Block Party — a festive night of food, music, and community supporting three amazing Truckee non-profits.
Tahoe Live
- Dec 12 - 14
Three days of music, mountains, and pure winter energy. Tahoe Live returns with its biggest lineup yet, bringing electronic heavyweights like Porter Robinson, Zeds Dead, Alison Wonderland, DJ Diesel (Shaquille O’Neal), San Holo, Jessica Audiffred...
KT Bass Bar Music Series
- Dec 12 - 14
- 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Chill out post-ski with free live music, stunning views, and good vibes at the KT Bass Bar Music Series at Palisades Tahoe.
The Twisted Nutcracker: The Tail of the Mouse King
- Dec 12
- 6:30pm - 8:00pm
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 Ritz Carlton Menorah Lighting
- Dec 14
- 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join The Ritz Carlton for a Menorah Lighting celebration in the lobby with donuts and lattes.
Downtown Truckee Chanukah Celebration
- Dec 15
- 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Celebrate Chanukah in Downtown Truckee with a community menorah lighting, artisanal donuts, and a live DJ at the Truckee Visitors Center.
Avalanche Education Series: The Rescue
- Dec 17
- 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Learn how to respond when things go wrong in the backcountry at The Rescue—a free avalanche safety session at Alibi Ale Works in downtown Truckee.
Chalet Dinner + Snowshoe Tour at Alpine
- Dec 20
- 4:45pm - 8:00pm
Escape into an alpine winter evening at Palisades Tahoe where you’ll begin with a warm welcome and mulled wine at the Last Chair Bar, followed by a guided snowshoe or boot-walk along a groomed ski trail (about 15 minutes) to The Chalet at Alpine...
Sierra Speaker Series
- Dec 20
- 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Hosted at Donner Memorial State Park, the Sierra Speaker Series brings together scientists, historians, and storytellers for deep dives into the natural and cultural landscape of the Sierra Nevada. These monthly talks spark curiosity, foster...
Everline Menorah Lighting
- Dec 21
- 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Celebrate Chanukah at Everline with a Menorah Lighting in the lobby, plus donuts and lattes.
KT Bass Bar Music Series
- Dec 26 - 30
- 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Chill out post-ski with free live music, stunning views, and good vibes at the KT Bass Bar Music Series at Palisades Tahoe.
Chalet Dinner + Snowshoe Tour at Alpine
- Dec 26
- 4:45pm - 8:00pm
Escape into an alpine winter evening at Palisades Tahoe where you’ll begin with a warm welcome and mulled wine at the Last Chair Bar, followed by a guided snowshoe or boot-walk along a groomed ski trail (about 15 minutes) to The Chalet at Alpine...
Disco Tubing at Palisades Tahoe
- Dec 26 - Jan 4
- 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Light up the night with tubing, tunes and neon vibes at Palisades Tahoe’s Disco Tubing — a glowing winter adventure you’ll want to ride again.
Chalet Dinner + Snowshoe Tour at Alpine
- Dec 27
- 4:45pm - 8:00pm
Escape into an alpine winter evening at Palisades Tahoe where you’ll begin with a warm welcome and mulled wine at the Last Chair Bar, followed by a guided snowshoe or boot-walk along a groomed ski trail (about 15 minutes) to The Chalet at Alpine...
New Year’s Eve Light Parade + Fireworks Show at Tahoe Donner
- Dec 31
- 4:30pm - 9:00pm
Tahoe Donner’s annual Light Parade welcomes skiers and snowboarders to descend the slopes carrying torches, followed by a dazzling fireworks display.
New Year’s Eve Guided Snowshoe Tour
- Dec 31
- 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Celebrate the countdown with a moonlit snowshoe tour through Tahoe Donner’s trails, topped off with fireworks overhead.
KT Bass Bar Music Series
- Jan 2 - 3
- 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Chill out post-ski with free live music, stunning views, and good vibes at the KT Bass Bar Music Series at Palisades Tahoe.
Alpenglow Winter Speaker Series
- Jan 2
- 6:00pm - 9:00pm
The Alpenglow Winter Speaker Series is a beloved Tahoe tradition celebrating adventure, mountain culture, and the athletes who inspire us. Hosted by Alpenglow Sports, this free community event features world-class explorers, climbers, skiers, and...
Truckee Art Walk
- Jan 3
- 4:00pm - 7:00pm
The Truckee Art Walk brings the community together on the first Saturday of every month to stroll downtown, meet local artists, and experience Truckee’s vibrant arts scene.
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.