With the majestic snow-capped Sierra mountains creating a magical backdrop to celebrate the holidays, we have rounded up all our favorite events to ensure this holiday season is merry and bright for everyone in your family!
Come ski with Santa, skate under the stars, take a moonlit snowshoe tour with a gourmet dinner, see and ski along in the torchlight parades and ring in the new year with family-focused celebrations, too!
Speaking of New Year’s, if your resolution is to move to the mountains in 2025, Alison and the team at Elder Group Tahoe Real Estate, are ready to show you homes for the holidays for you to enjoy year-round. View the Featured Listings page for homes and lots for sale in North Lake Tahoe and Truckee. This holiday season call Alison to set up a personal tour!
Where to See and Ski with Santa in Truckee | North Lake Tahoe
There’s nothing quite like the joy on a child’s face when Santa appears! Thanks to Tahoe-Truckee’s fabulous ski resorts, kiddos can not only see Santa they can ski with Santa this week! Here’s where to catch him:
Northstar California
The Winter Wonders schedule at Northstar promises to provide plenty of entertainment for kids of all ages. View the schedule below to see Santa and be sure to take a selfie when you’re in line at the gondola! There are plenty of opportunities to hang out with Ol’ Saint Nick in the lift lines or in the Village throughout the week.
Dec 22nd and 23rd | 5:00- 8:30 P.M.
• Visit with Santa on the overlook and photos will be texted to each group and candy cane giveaway
• Letters to Santa
• Face Painting on the overlook
• Hot chocolate
Dec 24th | 9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
• Selfies with Santa in the village gondola line
Dec 28, 29, 30, 31st | 3:00 – 6:00 P.M.
• Interactive Laser Printing Station with customized branded Winter Wonders swag!
Now through December 24, 2024
Santa is spreading holiday cheer at Palisades Tahoe! Join in for holiday story time, singalongs, and photos with Santa. Here’s what’s on the agenda:
11:00 am – 1:00 P.M. & 2:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M.
Meet Santa at the Big Chair in the Village!
3:30 P.M. – 4:30 P.M.
Join Santa in the Village Lobby for some holiday fun!
4:30 P.M. – 6:00 P.M.
Sing along as Santa joins The Great Basin Carolers!
Tahoe Donner Downhill Resort – Ski With Santa!
After a cozy morning with your family, join Tahoe Donner Resort on the slopes for holly jolly fun on Christmas Day. Santa will be on the lookout for all the good boys and girls when the lifts open at 11:30 A.M.
Snowshoe and Gourmet Dinner Tour at Alpine Meadows
Embark on an unforgettable alpine evening with a guided snowshoe tour to Alpine’s mid-mountain Chalet for a four-course Bavarian-inspired feast. Begin with mulled wine at Last Chair Bar, then enjoy champagne and curated dining amid scenic winter views—a cozy, exclusive event for adventurers 21+. Make your reservation today for the holidays or upcoming options throughout 2025:
- December 2024: 20th, 21st, 27th
- January 2025: 4th, 5th, 18th, 24th, 25th
- February 2025: 7th, 8th, 28th
- March 2025: 7th, 8th, 14th
New Year’s Eve Events in Truckee | North Lake Tahoe
Palisades Tahoe New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Who says skiing is just for daytime? Join the torchlight parade down the slopes of Palisades Tahoe, followed by a spectacular fireworks show! Sign up in advance to get your timeslot to ski the slopes under the stars. Then, get ready to dance the night away at the NYE disco after party.
Palisades Tahoe New Year’s Eve Family Celebration
This extra special night is focused on family fun. It’s an evening filled with lively entertainment after the fireworks with tasty treats, children’s games and an East Coast (9:oo P.M.) NYE ball drop celebration.
Tahoe Donner – Alder Creek Adventure Center
Celebrate the New Year with the local band Bias and Dunn at Alder Creek’s all-ages bash! Enjoy a festive menu, local brews, and s’mores kits for the little ones. Plus, catch the Times Square countdown live on the big screen just before 9:00 P.M.
Tahoe Donner Cross Country NYE Snowshoe Tour
Here’s one of our favorite things to do with our family to ring in the new year. Make your reservation now to snowshoe under the stars with a guided snowshoe tour of the cross-country trails. Space is limited, so reservations are a must!
Northstar California New Year’s Eve Celebration
Come ring in the holidays around the skating rink at Northstar! Bring the whole family to enjoy s’mores by the fire, skate under the stars and celebrate into the night!
• DJ on village stage | Afternoon
• 360 video photo booth by the tree and True North | 6:00-9:00 P.M.
• Face painting on the overlook | 6:00- 9:00 P.M.
• NYE Band on stage | 7:00- 10:00 P.M.
• Drone Show | 9:00 P.M.
Christmas Day & New Year’s Eve Dining Options in Truckee
Truckee chefs are pulling out all the stops this season! Enjoy amazing holiday meals featuring scrumptious sides, mouth-watering desserts, and awe-inspiring mountain views. Within our November, 2024 E-News, we listed some of our favorite places to enjoy a holiday meal. View the E-News here then contact the restaurants to make your reservation.
Know Before You Go! Check Weather, Traffic, Cams
Before you hit the slopes or head to the festivities, check the daily Truckee-Tahoe Travel Alert for road conditions and more details.
Stop by or reach out to our Elder Group office anytime! Alison and our team are happy to schedule an appointment for a private property tour or discussion about the market value of your home!
From Our Elder Group Tahoe Family to Yours, Make Christmas, Hanukkah and New Year’s Celebrations Merry and Bright!
