(Photo courtesy of Wade Snider Photography)
Mirroring the celebrations of Mardi Gras worldwide, Truckee-Tahoe has set the stage for a mountain full of fun in the snow and under the sun throughout the next few weeks! SNOWFEST kicks off on March 4 and continues until the 12th –followed by the return for WinterWonderGrass at Palisades Tahoe March 31 – April 2, 2023. Mardi Gras in Truckee-Tahoe is something that you’ll want to be part of.
It’s all an idyllic mix of good old-fashioned fanfare with Polar Bear plunges, parties, parades, and a big ‘must-do’ for bluegrass fans from around the world – right here in our own hometown.
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North Lake Tahoe SNOWFEST
(Photo courtesy of Wade Snider Photography)
When you live in the mountains, you will experience life like no other in so many wonderful ways. The photo above is the annual “Dog Pull” showcasing the regalist mountain pooches on the planet. It’s a benefit for the Palisades Avalanche Dogs and just the beginning of our mountain Mardi Gras during SNOWFEST – one of the Top 100 Events in the USA! (re: American Business Association Honor).
Over the years, the Festival has raised over $100,000 to support our hometown heroes. You can too. Check out the North Lake Tahoe SNOWFEST schedule, and we’ll see you at some of our favorite events at Mardi Gras in Truckee-Tahoe!
Festival Kick-Off
Friday, March 3, 2023
Tahoe City Golf Course
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The Festival starts the celebration with a Fireworks show and live music featuring The NOMADS- North Lake Tahoe’s premier rock band. The music begins at 5:30 pm with fireworks planned to light up the night at 7:00 pm.
Tahoe City SNOWFEST Parade
Downtown Tahoe City
Saturday, March 4, 2023
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
The Tahoe City Parade is back! Sign up to participate or come out to watch as the best and brightest of North Lake Tahoe compete to see who is the Best In Show ($1,000 prize), Best Youth Entry, Most Tahoe and Rookie of the Year!
Sunnyside Luau
Sunnyside Restaurant, West Shore
Sunday, March 5, 2023
3:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Mai Tai anyone? Come join the fun for this “Hawaiian Luau” style menu and enjoy the lake views that rival anything in the world. Wear your best aloha digs, bring that warm and welcoming aloha spirit, and enjoy a Hawaiian-style feast in the heart of the Sierra. This is another favorite event of ours as it benefits the Sierra Community House. Make your reservation now, as this will sell out.
For more details on over 30 SNOWFEST events, see the full schedule at TahoeSnowfest.org.
WinterWonderGrass Festival
(Photo courtesy of Tahoe Palisades)
This is by far the best spring Mardi Gras in Truckee-Tahoe in Truckee-Tahoe each year and with good reason. The promoters of the show tell it best:
“We aim to cultivate and nurture the relationship between nature, authentic music, and communal family, creating a vehicle for inspiration. When we come together with open hearts and open minds, bringing all of our differences and unique opinions, we begin to dissolve the illusion of separation from one another.”
Although the Festival is only one weekend, you will experience a family-friendly (kids under 12 are free!) jam-packed schedule of some of the best bluegrass tunes that anyone could squeeze onto a stage in such a short time. Take a look at the line-up and get your tickets now for the 7th annual gathering of some of the greatest bands in the USA.
Late Night EventsBut wait, there’s more. In addition to the tunes at the top of the Tram, other events are the perfect complement to the camaraderie throughout the weekend during the Late Night Events. See this list for more ways to celebrate our mountain Mardi Gras after dark at the Festival this year.
Free Transportation
Throughout the weekend, play it safe. Take advantage of the free shuttle service with Mountaineer. See the details, download the app, and come have some fun with us this spring!
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