Signature Winter Events

Rooted in 1895 and revived with 21st-century flair, the Truckee Winter Carnival is a weekend of free family fun celebrating the town’s snowy spirit and quirky history. Enjoy sled dog demos, snow sculpting, rail jams, old-timey photo opportunities, a silent film screening, and a Hot Doggin’ party you won’t forget.

Celebrate the magic of the season in Historic Downtown Truckee! For 50 years, this cherished community tradition has filled the streets with lights, laughter, and holiday cheer. Enjoy hot cocoa, photos with Santa, festive tunes, and the lighting of the grand Bud Fish Tree—a joyful kickoff to winter in Truckee you won’t want to miss.

Take a guided moonlit snowshoe hike to the Chalet at Alpine for a four-course Bavarian-inspired dinner with mulled wine, mountain views, and seriously cozy vibes. This 21+ dining adventure includes snowshoes, champagne on arrival, and a menu worth the trek—just bundle up and bring your appetite.

Bounce, slide, and boogie under the lights during this nighttime tubing experience featuring lasers, music, and glow-in-the-snow energy. Tickets are limited for each 55-minute session, so grab your spot, bundle up, and get ready to groove your way downhill.

Ski, snap, and shuffle your way across the mountain in this family-friendly on-snow adventure where your poker hand is earned, not dealt. Visit at least five Poker Chip Stations, show off your selfies, then head back to Judah Lodge for your hand, live music, and an après-ski party with prizes.

Celebrate the season with festive tree lightings, holiday markets, Santa sightings, torchlight parades, and cozy winter traditions throughout the region. From skiing with Santa to candlelit caroling and New Year’s Eve fireworks, Truckee-Tahoe turns up the holiday magic all season long.