The Flume Trail - One of Tahoe's most well known biking trails.
The Thunderbird Lodge - Explore the magical multi-building Thunderbird Lodge, a National Register Historic District, nestled between pine forests and granite boulders on the pristine shore of beautiful Lake Tahoe.
The Mark Twain Cultural Center - is dedicated to providing entertainment, educational and cultural experiences for the North Lake Tahoe community and our guests.
LAKE TAHOE EVENTS CALENDAR
Event: Ripperoo Parades at Northstar - Saturdays, December 17, 2011 - April 14, 2012(Mar 17)
Time: 4:45pm
Bring the whole family to Northstar and be a part of the popular Ripperro Parade taking place at the Village at Northstar. The loveable Ski & Snowboard School mascot will lead guests through the Village filled with music, singing, dancing, and loads of fun. Ripperoo parades leaves from the Adventure, Learning & Guiding Center located next door to the Season Pass Office, on the corner opposite the 001 Oakley store. Call 1.800.GO.NORTH (1.800.466.6784) for information. www.northstarattahoe.com/events
Event: St. Patrick's Day Scavenger Hunt and Apres Party - Northstar (Mar 17)
Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Come have some fun. www.northstarattahoe.com/info/calendar
Event: Snowshoe Social & Race Series - Northstar (Mar 17)
Time: 7:30 register; 11:30 race
Join us for the 2012 Northstar California Snowshoe Social & Race Series taking place March 17, April 1 and April 7 (Tahoe Rim Tour & Race). The March and April races will feature a 5k, 10k and kid's races.
This race will be a fundraiser for the Tahoe-Truckee Humane Society and participants will be allowed to bring their dogs on the cross-country trails that day only. Check-In/Registration – 7:30-10:30; race – 11:30am
Event: Artist reception and Antarctica slide show (Mar 17)
Time: 6pm-8pm
Gallery Keoki hosts Artist reception and Antarctica slide show - 6 pm to 8 pm Saturday - March 17th at Gallery Keoki in the Village at Squaw Valley. Public welcome, family friendly event. RSVP requested but not necessary. www.squaw.com
Event: Apres Ski & Open House at Constellation Residences (Mar 17)
Time: 4pm-6pm
Apres Ski & Open House at Constellation Residences at Northstar Join us every Saturday from 4-6 p.m. at the Constellation at Northstar Sales Gallery for apres ski wine tasting and light apps and/ or tour what’s arguably the rarest, full-ownership, luxury real estate opportunity at Lake Tahoe. Our Sales Gallery is located atop the Northstar Highlands Gondola (adjacent to the Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe Resort). Children are welcome!
Event: Baron von Remmel - Tahoe Biltmore Casino (Mar 17)
Time: 9 pm - 1 am
Live on the Casino Floor. www.tahoebiltmore.com
Event: Dawn Patrol - Squaw Valley (Mar 17)
Time: 8:00am
8:00am Early access to Shirley Lake & Granite Chief. Dawn Patrol is a unique early morning mountain experience that includes exclusive access to untouched corduroy or fresh powder depending on the weather. Dawn Patrollers arrive before the general public and take the Tram to High Camp before anyone else. Tickets are available starting at 7:30am in the Tram Building. Space is limited. Reservations are required. To make reservations, please call 800-403-0206.
Event: Snowshoe Through History at Sugar Pine Point State Park - Tahoe City (Mar 17)
Time: 11:00am
Our California State Park Interpreter will lead hikes along the west shore. These easy, tours explore the lakefront and the Hellman-Ehrman Estate. Begin near the restrooms in the Day Use side of the park. Parking fee: $8 per vehicle. No charge for the program. Wear warm clothing, waterproof winter shoes; bring water & snowshoes which can be rented at a local sporting goods shop. Weather conditions may cancel. For information: 530.525.9528 OR 530.525.7232. www.eventful.com/tahoecity/events/snowshoe-through-history
Event: The Barmuda Triangle Saint Patrick's Day Celebration 2012 (Mar 17)
The fun starts at Jake's with traditional Irish food all day (also Lunch/Café/Dinner), Happy Hour discounts 4:30-6:30pm, Live Music: Mark Wilson 6pm. The party continues at Hacienda del Lago (upstairs) with live funk “Terraplane” 9:30pm-2am, and L.A. DJ Dre Tuna at Lakeside (next door) 10pm-2am. Bounce around from bar to bar, Bushmills Girls, music and drink specials all night at all three venues! Jake's On The Lake 530-583-018, Hacienda 530-581-3700, Lakeside 530-583-2000 www.jakestahoe.com www.hacdellago.com www.lakesidetahoecity.com
Event: Caboose Kickers Slope Style at Sugar Bowl (Mar 18)
There is a registration fee per event and sign-ups start at 9am in the Judah Lodge by the fireplace. Contest begins at 11:00am in the Caboose Terrain Park.
In order to participate, an original copy of our release of liability must be turned in at registration. If you are competing, please bring a parent or guardian to sign the release or provide an original signed copy of the release at the time of registration. www.sugarbowl.com/calender-of-event
Event: Wine Down at Sugar Bowl Ski Resort (Mar 18)
The perfect apres activity! Join us on the Village deck. Sit back, relax and enjoy the sunset while sipping savory wines and noshing delicious appetizers.
Event: The Village at Squaw Valley Apres Ski Music Series ~ The Blarney Band (Mar 18)
Time: 3-5pm
Finish your day off right with free live après ski music in The Village. Music will be centrally located in The Village Events Plaza from 3pm - 5pm. www.squaw.com
Event: Sunday Mountaintop Services - Alpine Meadows (Mar 18)
Time: 2pm - 3pm
Give thanks and praise in the great outdoors every Sunday through Easter!
Services are held at the top of Roundhouse Chair every Sunday at 2pm. You must have a day ticket or season pass to attend. All are welcome!
Top of Roundhouse Chair
Event: Skiing for Schools $30 Discount Tickets to Homewood (Mar 18 to Mar 23)
Time: All Day
Purchase $30 lift tickets valid any one day from March 18 to 23, 2012. The proceeds from your lift ticket purchase go directly to the Excellence in Education Foundation, which provides enhanced educational opportunities for our local students. Purchase tickets starting the week prior at Porters Sports. www.exined.org
Event: Dawn Patrol - Squaw Valley (Mar 18)
Time: 8:00am
8:00am Early access to Shirley Lake & Granite Chief. Dawn Patrol is a unique early morning mountain experience that includes exclusive access to untouched corduroy or fresh powder depending on the weather. Dawn Patrollers arrive before the general public and take the Tram to High Camp before anyone else. Tickets are available starting at 7:30am in the Tram Building. Space is limited. Reservations are required. To make reservations, please call 800-403-0206.
Event: For Women. By Women. Women's Camp at Alpine Meadows (Mar 19)
Time: Day
Whether you're a seasoned expert looking for a few tips or you've mastered the intermediate slopes and you're reaching for your first black-diamond descent, our professional and fun female coaches are ready to help you become a better skier or rider. Our women's programs are the perfect opportunity for you to meet other women who are passionate about the snow.
Event: Deals on Wheels - Tahoe Biltmore, Crystal Bay, NV (Mar 19)
Time: 10am - 8pm
Club Biltmore members can spin the wheel of prizes from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. every Monday. Winners are chosen twice an hour. www.tahoe.com/events/events-calendar
Event: Chutes and Hikes - Squaw Valley (Mar 19)
Time: 9:00am
For advanced and expert skiers and riders who want to explore Squaw's terrain and access Squaw's more intimidating runs with expert guidance. www.squaw.com/things-to-do/events-calendar/Chutes-and-Hikes
Event: Time Warp Tuesdays - Lakeside@Night, Tahoe City (Mar 20)
Time: 9pm
EVERY TUESDAY we're getting Retro with the best of the 70's, 80's & 90's and DJ Andrew Posada (formerly Gurbtron, Fidjital Entertainment).
Event: Adventure 55 ~ 55+ Skier Program/Demos at Alpine Meadows (Mar 20)
Time: 9:45am - 12:00pm
Adventure 55 is a program designed specifically for the skier or snowboarder (age 55+) who is looking to unlock the secrets to the latest in ski/snowboard technique and design. New skills, new friends and a new effortless and efficient way of skiing/riding await all participants.
Event: IVGID Senior Programs Presents The Silver Screeners (Mar 20)
Time: 5:30-10:30pm
Join IVGID Senior Programs on the third Tuesday of the month for a series of cultural fieldtrips to Reno’s Good Luck
Macbeth Theatre, in collaboration with Artemesia Movie House, to enjoy award-winning foreign films. Pre-registration required by 5pm on the Monday before the trip by calling 775-832-1310, visiting www.inclinerecreation.com or by coming into the recreation center.
Event: Turtleneck Tuesday Skate Nights at Northstar, Truckee (Mar 20)
Time: 6:00pm -9:00pm
Enjoy your favorite grooves from the 70's and 80's while you skate 'round the 9,000 square-foot rink! Join us at Northstar California for Turtleneck Tuesdays every Tuesday evening, December 20 through March 20, from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. on the ice skating rink in The Village.
While you're here, take advantage of the warm outdoor fire pits and enjoy a drink and S'mores from the Cabana Bars.
Event: Tuesday Jams at 22 Bisto - Squaw Valley (Mar 20)
Time: 6:00pm
Enjoy live acoustic music, half price appetizers and drink specials every Tuesday at 22 Bistro from 6-8pm.
Event: Woodward Tahoe - Boreal (Mar 21)
Time: 3:30 - 6:30pm
Two days a week skiers and riders can cruise Boreal with Woodward Tahoe Coach Brandon Hollins.Participants will meet at the Woodward Tent located in the base lodge. Ride with Woodward is free for park riders of all abilities(basic skiing and snowboarding skills required for park coaching)…all you need is a Boreal season pass or valid lift ticket!
Event: IVGID Senior Programs 55+ Ski Clinic (Mar 21)
Time: 9am-12pm
Join us every Wednesday morning throughout the season at Diamond Peak for a continental breakfast and social hour, followed by ski clinics with PSIA certified instructors. Participants must have a Diamond Peak Season Pass or daily lift ticket to participate. Daily lift tickets will be available for purchase at the Loft Bar from 9:00am - 9:45am on each clinic day. Standard ticket prices apply.
Event: Unofficial Thursday Party with Music and Swag - Hacienda Del Lago, Tahoe City(Mar 22)
Time: 6pm
Hacienda’s ski nights are back. Every Thursday night all winter long.
Raffle, swag, ski gear, snowboard gear, prizes,beers,tacos, tequilla special, and local legends. www.tahoe.com/events/events-calendar
Event: Our Changing Seas: Climate Change Lecture, Incline Village, NV (Mar 22)
Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm
Dr. Howard Spero, UC Davis, will explore the basic science of the Earth’s climate system, and examine the natural cycles of climate change in Earth history we have discovered through the study of glacial ice sheets and deep ocean cores. From the lessons learned about the past, he hopes to demystify the realities of phenomena such as ocean (and Lake Tahoe) acidification and the potential for a warmer Earth in the not too distant future. www.terc.ucdavis.edu/calendar
Event: Wagon at the Cottonwood (Mar 22)
Time: 6 pm
Bluegrass - the debut of this great trio. www.cottonwoodrestaurant.com
Event: Winter Winemaker Series - Plumpjack Cafe - Squaw Valley (Mar 22)
Time: 5:30 - 9:30 pm
Celebrate wine at PlumpJack Cafe in the bar or dining room. Mingle with the featured Winemaker and enjoy sips by the glass, flight or paired with the Chef's Tasting Menu.
Tonights featured wines are from CADE & PlumpJack Wineries.
Reservations available at plumpjackcafe.com or 530.583.1578 www.truckee.com
Event: The Pain McShlonkey Classic at Squaw Valley (Mar 23 to Mar 24)
Time: ALL DAY
This action packed on and off-mountain event will serve as a hilarious tribute to legendary skier Shane McConkey as pros and amateurs battle for the highly coveted Golden Saucer trophy and bragging rights. www.squaw.com/pain-mcshlonkey-classic
Event: Live Music Friday Nights with Martinis & Oysters- Jakes On The Lake, Tahoe City (Mar 23)
Time: 4:30pm
Join us for fresh shucked oysters, raw, shooters, or Rockefeller, and 1/2 price specialty martinis from our new martini menu every Friday from 4:30pm-all night. Free live acoustic music starts 7pm. www.tahoe.com/events/events-calendar
Event: North Coast Brewing Co. Beer Dinner at Cutthroat's Saloon, Hyatt Regency, Incline Village, NV (Mar 23)
Time: 6-9pm
A Pioneer in the craft beer movement, North Coast Brewing Company has won more then 70 awards in national and international competitions.
Join us for our beer dinner at Cutthroats Saloon. Chef’s Wade Eybel and Jeremy Wilken will pair a five course dinner with selected craft beers from North Coast Brewing Company.
$59 per person. Reservations can be secured by calling Aspi Warden at 775.886.6730 oraspi.warden@hyatt.com
Event: The Robeys - Tahoe Biltmore Casino (Mar 23)
Time: 9 pm - 1 am
Live on the Casino Floor. www.tahoebiltmore.com
Event: Moon Gravy at Cottonwood Restaurant, Truckee, CA (Mar 23)
Time: 6 pm
Two Rock veterans with big acoustic guitars. www.cottonwoodrestaurant.com
Event: Inspiring Uncommon Conversations with Jeremy Bloom - Squaw Valley Institute (Mar 23)
Time: 5-7:30pm
Guest speaker Jeremy Bloom, three-time World Champion, two-time Olympian and eleven-time World Cup gold medalist in freestyle moguls skiing, and NFL player. Bloom is also founder of the Wish of a Lifetime Charity, which grants lifelong wishes to 80, 90, & 100+ year old people. In April 2010, Bloom co-founded the internet company Integrate.com, and he has just been recognized on the Forbes’ Magazine’ 30 under 30 list in Technology. Located at the Palisades Conference Room at the East End of the Village at Squaw.
Event: Last Tracks at Diamond Peak, Incline Village, NV (Mar 24)
Time: 2:30pm
Take the last chairlift up to the mid-mountain Snowflake Lodge and enjoy wine tasting and appetizers before skiing or snowboarding down a freshly groomed run at sunset. Pick your ticket up at Guest Services at 2:30 pm and get some runs in before Last Tracks begins at 4pm. Must be 21 or older and ski/snowboard at an intermediate level. Contact Diamond Peak for tickets. www.diamondpeak.com
Event: Uphill Race at Diamond Peak, Incline Village, NV (Mar 24)
Time: 8am
Go up to the Snowflake Lodge under your own power and have equipment to ski or ride down from Snowflake Lodge – skis, snowboards, telemark skis, or split boards are all acceptable. Enjoy breakfast and award ceremony at Snowflake Lodge before the mountain opens.Prizes will be provided for best time (male and female) plus a raffle for everyone participating. There is a small fee for entry. www.diamondpeak.com
Event: Star Tour Snowshoe Adventure ~ Regulus and Mars; war in the sky (Mar 24)
Time: 4:30-8:30pm
Star gazers unite. Tahoe Adventure Company and Tony Berendsen present: Telescopic tours of the midnight sky. Building on the success of our summer series, we have created an exciting winter option that is sure to impress. It all starts with a 2 hour guided sunset snowshoe followed by a brilliant 2 hour tour of the midnight sky with Berendsen. Call 530-913-9212 or visitwww.TahoeAdventureCompany.com for details. Reservations required. www.TahoeAdventureCompany.com
Event: The Village at Squaw Valley Apres Ski Music Series ~ Emily Tessmer (Mar 24)
Time: 3-5pm
Finish your day off right with free live après ski music in The Village. Music will be centrally located in The Village Events Plaza from 3pm - 5pm. www.squaw.com
Event: First Tracks at Northstar at the Bottom of the Big Springs Express Gondola (Mar 24)
Time: 7:30am
Northstar's award-winning corduroy and legendary tree skiing is some of the best in North America.Every Saturday through the end of the ski/snowboard season you can get first dibs on them when you sign up for First Tracks at Northstar (weather & conditions permitting).
Recommended for Advanced (levels 6+) skiers and riders, ages 13+
Sign up in advance at Tickets & Season Pass Office in the Village at Northstar or call 530.562.2267 or 1.800.GO.NORTH.
Event: Woodward Tahoe - Boreal (Mar 24)
Time: 11am - 2pm
Two days a week skiers and riders can cruise Boreal with Woodward Tahoe Coach Brandon Hollins. Participants will meet at the Woodward Tent located in the base lodge. Ride with Woodward is free for park riders of all abilities(basic skiing and snowboarding skills required for park coaching)…all you need is a Boreal season pass or valid lift ticket.
Event: 200 Ft. Banana Split Extravaganza at Tahoe Donner (Mar 24)
Time: 1:30pm
Bring your appetite to help us devour the incredible 200 foot banana split. This event is weather dependent and set to begin at 1:30 p.m. http://www.tahoedonner.com/downhill-ski/events/
Event: Spring Music Series featuring Tim Snider - Alpine Meadows Sun Deck - Tahoe City (Mar 24)
Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us on the Sun Deck for live music by the Tim Snider Sound Society.
Event: Ripperoo Parades at Northstar - Saturdays, December 17, 2011 - April 14, 2012(Mar 24)
Time: 4:45pm
Bring the whole family to Northstar and be a part of the popular Ripperro Parade taking place at the Village at Northstar! The loveable Ski & Snowboard School mascot will lead guests through the Village filled with music, singing, dancing, and loads of fun. Ripperoo parades leaves from the Adventure, Learning & Guiding Center located next door to the Season Pass Office, on the corner opposite the 001 Oakley store. Call 1.800.GO.NORTH (1.800.466.6784) for information. www.northstarattahoe.com/events
Event: Apres Ski & Open House at Constellation Residences (Mar 24)
Time: 4pm-6pm
Apres Ski & Open House at Constellation Residences at Northstar Join us every Saturday from 4-6 p.m. at the Constellation at Northstar Sales Gallery for apres ski wine tasting and light apps and/ or tour what’s arguably the rarest, full-ownership, luxury real estate opportunity at Lake Tahoe. Our Sales Gallery is located atop the Northstar Highlands Gondola (adjacent to the Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe Resort). Children are welcome!
Event: The Robeys - Tahoe Biltmore Casino (Mar 24)
Time: 9 pm - 1 am
Live on the Casino Floor. www.tahoebiltmore.com
Event: Skiing for Schools $35 Discount Tickets to Sugar Bowl (Mar 24 to Mar 30)
Time: All Day
Purchase $35 lift tickets valid any one day from March 24 to 30, 2012. The proceeds from your lift ticket purchase go directly to the Excellence in Education Foundation, which provides enhanced educational opportunities for our local students. Purchase tickets starting the week prior at Porters Sports. www.exined.org
Event: Dawn Patrol - Squaw Valley (Mar 24)
Time: 8:00am
8:00am Early access to Shirley Lake & Granite Chief. Dawn Patrol is a unique early morning mountain experience that includes exclusive access to untouched corduroy or fresh powder depending on the weather. Dawn Patrollers arrive before the general public and take the Tram to High Camp before anyone else. Tickets are available starting at 7:30am in the Tram Building. Space is limited. Reservations are required. To make reservations, please call 800-403-0206.
Event: The Yoga of Life Change and Getting Unstuck (Mar 24)
Time: 10am - 5pm
Join us for A day of Inspiration, Fun and Fabulous Company, with a twist of Creative movement
Enjoy a delicious combination of:
Yoga Guided Meditation Conscious Dance Laughter Chakra Balancing Chanting Aromatherapy Friendship exercises to expand your senses and boost your intuition
Event: Crab & Pasta Feed - Parks & Rec Building, Donner Pass Rd. (Mar 24)
Time: 5 - 9:00 pm
Proceeds go to Sierra Expeditionary Learning School. For tickets and information, contact any local rotary member or send an email to billwalters@sbcglobal.net www.truckeerotary.com
Event: Spring Magic - Squaw Valley USA (Mar 24 to Mar 25)
Time: No time listed
The Hight Camp Swimming Lagoon & Spa opens for the season with an outrageous party.
For more information got to www.squaw.com or call 530.583.6985 www.truckee.com
Event: Skiing for Schools - Sugar Bowl Ski Resort (Mar 24 to Mar 30)
Time: No start time
Lift ticket to be purchased week prior at Porters Sports in Truckee and Tahoe City. Proceeds go to Excellence in Education Foundation. www.exined.org or 530-550-7984 www.truckee.com
Event: Wine Down at Sugar Bowl Ski Resort (Mar 25)
The perfect apres activity. Join us on the Village deck. Sit back, relax and enjoy the sunset while sipping savory wines and noshing delicious appetizers.
Event: Galactic with Special Guests Corey Glover & Corey Henry at Crystal Bay Club Casino (Mar 25)
Time: 9:30pm
Tickets on sale now. Always one of the best shows of the year. Galactic returns w/ Special Guests- Corey Henry of Rebirth Brass Band and Corey Glover, lead singer of Living Colour.
Event: Sunday Mountaintop Services - Alpine Meadows (Mar 25)
Time: 2pm - 3pm
Give thanks and praise in the great outdoors every Sunday through Easter!
Services are held at the top of Roundhouse Chair every Sunday at 2pm. You must have a day ticket or season pass to attend. All are welcome!
Top of Roundhouse Chair
Event: Tahoe Donner Family Challenge - Tahoe Donner - Truckee (Mar 25)
Time: No time given
The Family Challenge is a matched time GS race completed as a family team. The team component is a combined best difference from a child in the family with the best difference from an adult in the family. The winning team gets bragging rights plus their name engraved on a trophy in the base lodge. All children who complete two runs receive a medal. Top finishers receive prizes.
Event: Doc's Holiday - Northstar Resort, Truckee (Mar 25)
Time: 2:00am
Doc’s Holiday is a quartet formed in the lower populated country towns of California’s Southern Central Valley. We are an often up-tempo acoustic band, sometimes dark sometimes goofy, with roots in country swing bluegrass mixed in with progressions and styles of modern indie and at times labeled as “Americana”; but we are really just trying to get the girls to smile, the guys to drink, and the lot of them to dance. www.eventful.com/truckee/events/docs-holiday-/E0-001-045807284-7
Event: The Whitney Myer Band - Crystal Bay Club Ballroom, Crystal Bay, NV (Mar 25)
Time: 11:00pm
Playing the After Party for Galactic at the Crystal Bay Club in the Red Room.
The Whitney Myer Band rocks an innovative style of soulful, rock music, fronted by Whitney’s superb vocal chops and infectious, audience-engaging stage presence. www.eventful.com/crystalbay_nv/events/whitney-myer-band-/E0-001-045496909-5
Event: Dawn Patrol - Squaw Valley (Mar 25)
Time: 8:00am
8:00am Early access to Shirley Lake & Granite Chief. Dawn Patrol is a unique early morning mountain experience that includes exclusive access to untouched corduroy or fresh powder depending on the weather. Dawn Patrollers arrive before the general public and take the Tram to High Camp before anyone else. Tickets are available starting at 7:30am in the Tram Building. Space is limited. Reservations are required. To make reservations, please call 800-403-0206.
Event: Dawn Patrol - Squaw Valley (Mar 25)
Time: 8:00am
8:00am Early access to Shirley Lake & Granite Chief. Dawn Patrol is a unique early morning mountain experience that includes exclusive access to untouched corduroy or fresh powder depending on the weather. Dawn Patrollers arrive before the general public and take the Tram to High Camp before anyone else. Tickets are available starting at 7:30am in the Tram Building. Space is limited. Reservations are required. To make reservations, please call 800-403-0206.
Event: Skiing for Schools - Sugar Bowl Ski Resort (Mar 25 to Mar 30)
Time: Day Event
Lift ticket to be purchased week prior at Porters Sports in Truckee and Tahoe City. Proceeds go to Excellence in Education Foundation. www.exined.org or 530-550-7984 www.truckee.com
Event: Deals on Wheels - Tahoe Biltmore, Crystal Bay, NV (Mar 26)
Time: 10am - 8pm
Club Biltmore members can spin the wheel of prizes from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. every Monday. Winners are chosen twice an hour. www.tahoe.com/events/events-calendar
Event: BLVD - Conspirator - Crystal Bay Club Ballroom - Crystal Bay, NV (Mar 26)
Time: 8:00pm
Conspirator's "Blizzard of Beats" tour is winding its way out to Cali and BLVD will be jumping in to warm things up for their set in North Lake. BLVD will also be playing a live set in the "Red Room" after the show.
Event: Chutes and Hikes - Squaw Valley (Mar 26)
Time: 9:00am
For advanced and expert skiers and riders who want to explore Squaw's terrain and access Squaw's more intimidating runs with expert guidance. www.squaw.com/things-to-do/events-calendar/Chutes-and-Hikes
Event: Skiing for Schools - Sugar Bowl Ski Resort (Mar 26 to Mar 30)
Time: Day Event
Lift ticket to be purchased week prior at Porters Sports in Truckee and Tahoe City. Proceeds go to Excellence in Education Foundation. www.exined.org or 530-550-7984 www.truckee.com
Event: Skinny-Ski-a-Thon at Squaw Valley (Mar 26)
Time: 9am-4pm
The skinny ski-a-thon is all about supporting a great cause while having a great day on KT-22. Participants will first get pledges from family, friends and businesses for each lap they ski. They will then strap on a pair of skinny skis (70mm or less) and see how many laps they can complete in a day. All proceeds go to benefit the High Fives Non-Profit Foundation. www.squaw.com/things-to-do/events-calendar/skinny-ski-a-thon
Event: Time Warp Tuesdays - Lakeside@Night, Tahoe City (Mar 27)
Time: 9pm
EVERY TUESDAY we're getting Retro with the best of the 70's, 80's & 90's and DJ Andrew Posada (formerly Gurbtron, Fidjital Entertainment).
Event: Adventure 55 ~ 55+ Skier Program/Demos at Alpine Meadows (Mar 27)
Time: 9:45am - 12:00pm
Adventure 55 is a program designed specifically for the skier or snowboarder (age 55+) who is looking to unlock the secrets to the latest in ski/snowboard technique and design. New skills, new friends and a new effortless and efficient way of skiing/riding await all participants.
Event: Skiing for Schools - Sugar Bowl Ski Resort (Mar 27 to Mar 30)
Time: Day Event
Lift ticket to be purchased week prior at Porters Sports in Truckee and Tahoe City. Proceeds go to Excellence in Education Foundation. www.exined.org or 530-550-7984 www.truckee.com
Event: Woodward Tahoe - Boreal (Mar 28)
Time: 3:30 - 6:30pm
Two days a week skiers and riders can cruise Boreal with Woodward Tahoe Coach Brandon Hollins. Participants will meet at the Woodward Tent located in the base lodge. Ride with Woodward is free for park riders of all abilities(basic skiing and snowboarding skills required for park coaching)…all you need is a Boreal season pass or valid lift ticket.
Event: IVGID Senior Programs 55+ Ski Clinic (Mar 28)
Time: 9am-12pm
Join us every Wednesday morning throughout the season at Diamond Peak for a continental breakfast and social hour, followed by ski clinics with PSIA certified instructors. Participants must have a Diamond Peak Season Pass or daily lift ticket to participate. Daily lift tickets will be available for purchase at the Loft Bar from 9:00am - 9:45am on each clinic day. Standard ticket prices apply.
Event: Women of Winter at Squaw Vaqlley (Mar 28)
Time: 9:00am
For Women who LOVE TO SKI! Take your skiing to the next level, fine tune your skills and ski Squaw's legendary terrain like you own it. Designed for strong intermediate to expert abilities, these programs provide a fun and supportive environment to develop new skills, build confidence and, of course, laugh a lot with good friends.
Event: Skiing for Schools - Sugar Bowl Ski Resort (Mar 28 to Mar 30)
Time: Day Event
Lift ticket to be purchased week prior at Porters Sports in Truckee and Tahoe City. Proceeds go to Excellence in Education Foundation. www.exined.org or 530-550-7984 www.truckee.com
Event: Unofficial Thursday Party with Music and Swag - Hacienda Del Lago, Tahoe City(Mar 29)
Time: 6pm
Hacienda’s ski nights are back. Every Thursday night all winter long.
Raffle, swag, ski gear, snowboard gear, prizes,beers,tacos, tequilla special, and local legends. www.tahoe.com/events/events-calendar
Event: Chango's Tree House - House Music at the Grid Bar & Grill, Kings Beach (Mar 29)
Time: 9:30pm
Bringing the best house music from some of the hottest DJs in northern California every Thursday.
Event: Kimba Madsen and Pals at Cottonwood Restaurant, Truckee, CA (Mar 29)
Time: 6 pm
Always a treat and a surprise. www.cottonwoodrestaurant.com
Event: Fire Monks: A Reading and Slideshow (Mar 29)
Time: 7pm
Come hear the author read from her acclaimed book, Fire Monks, the true story of saving the oldest Zen Buddhist monastery in the US from wildfire--by meeting an emergency with presence of mind. www.colleenmortonbusch.com
Event: Skiing for Schools - Sugar Bowl Ski Resort (Mar 29 to Mar 30)
Time: Day Event
Lift ticket to be purchased week prior at Porters Sports in Truckee and Tahoe City. Proceeds go to Excellence in Education Foundation. www.exined.org or 530-550-7984 www.truckee.com
Event: 2012 Ability Challenge (Mar 30 to Mar 31)
Time: Registration 8:00 am
This event is an all mountain fundraiser, designed to accommodate and challenge skiers and snowboarders of all levels and abilities. Utilizing GPS technology, participants will enjoy the day by covering as much terrain as possible. All proceeds benefit Disabled Sports USA Far West, a non profit organization. www.abilitychallenge.net
Event: Live Music Friday Nights with Martinis & Oysters- Jakes On The Lake, Tahoe City (Mar 30)
Time: 4:30pm
Join us for fresh shucked oysters, raw, shooters, or Rockefeller, and 1/2 price specialty martinis from our new martini menu every Friday from 4:30pm-all night. Free live acoustic music starts 7pm. www.tahoe.com/events/events-calendar
Event: Paul Covarelli Trio - Tahoe Biltmore Casino (Mar 30)
Time: 9 pm - 1 am
Live on the Casino Floor. www.tahoebiltmore.com
Event: Bill Blaylock Band at Cottonwood Restaurant, Truckee, CA (Mar 30)
Time: 6 pm
Featuring Piano Ace Mark Nadell! www.cottonwoodrestaurant.com
Event: Skiing for Schools - Sugar Bowl Ski Resort (Mar 30)
Time: No start time
Lift ticket to be purchased week prior at Porters Sports in Truckee and Tahoe City. Proceeds go to Excellence in Education Foundation. www.exined.org or 530-550-7984 www.truckee.com
Event: Diamano Coura - West African Folklore & Dance Company - Truckee High School Theater (Mar 30)
Time: 7:00 pm
Portrays West African music and dance specifically as forms not simply for entertainment or exhibition, but rather, means by which communities educate, communicate, organize, and preserve their ancestral past. Proceeds to benefit Arts for the Schools. www.artsfortheschools.org or 530-582-8278 www.artsfortheschool.org
Event: Last Tracks at Diamond Peak, Incline Village, NV (Mar 31)
Time: 2:30pm
Take the last chairlift up to the mid-mountain Snowflake Lodge and enjoy wine tasting and appetizers before skiing or snowboarding down a freshly groomed run at sunset. Pick your ticket up at Guest Services at 2:30 pm and get some runs in before Last Tracks begins at 4pm. Must be 21 or older and ski/snowboard at an intermediate level. Last Tracks tickets cost $29. www.diamondpeak.com
Event: The Village at Squaw Valley Apres Ski Music Series ~ Jeff Jones (Mar 31)
Time: 3-5pm
Finish your day off right with free live après ski music in The Village. Music will be centrally located in The Village Events Plaza from 3pm - 5pm. www.squaw.com
Event: Spring Party Weekend at Squaw Valley (Mar 31 to Apr 1)
Time: 12pm
The Swimming Pool & Hot Tub at High Camp is home to the best spring partying on the lake. With massive DJ pool parties, unbelievable spring skiing & riding, live poolside DJ and the most breathtaking pool/hot tub/umbrella bar at el. 8200'. www.squaw.com/peaks-lagoons-spring-party-weekend-1
Event: First Tracks at Northstar at the Bottom of the Big Springs Express Gondola (Mar 31)
Time: 7:30am
Northstar's award-winning corduroy and legendary tree skiing is some of the best in North America.Every Saturday through the end of the ski/snowboard season you can get first dibs on them when you sign up for First Tracks at Northstar (weather & conditions permitting).
Recommended for Advanced (levels 6+) skiers and riders, ages 13+
Sign up in advance at Tickets & Season Pass Office in the Village at Northstar or call 530.562.2267 or 1.800.GO.NORTH.
Event: Woodward Tahoe - Boreal (Mar 31)
Time: 11am - 2pm
Two days a week skiers and riders can cruise Boreal with Woodward Tahoe Coach Brandon Hollins.Participants will meet at the Woodward Tent located in the base lodge. Ride with Woodward is free for park riders of all abilities(basic skiing and snowboarding skills required for park coaching)…all you need is a Boreal season pass or valid lift ticket!
Event: TOCCATA 6th Annual St. MAtthew Passion Part 2 in English, Truckee, CA (Mar 31)
Time: evening show
TOCCATA Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus 2012. www.toccatatahoe.com
Event: Headphone Union - Northstar Resort, Truckee (Mar 31)
Time: 2:00pm
Headphone Union is a Psychedelic Electro-Funk Rock quartet hailing from Lake Tahoe, California. HU is known for their powerful high energy performances, their tight songwriting and excellent musicianship. www.eventful.com/truckee/events/headphone-union-/E0-001-045228442-2
Event: Spring Music Series featuring Afrolicious at Alpine Meadows, Tahoe City (Mar 31)
Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us on the Sun Deck for another Spring Music Series performance by Afrolicious.
Event: Ripperoo Parades at Northstar - Saturdays, December 17, 2011 - April 14, 2012(Mar 31)
Time: 4:45pm
Bring the whole family to Northstar and be a part of the popular Ripperro Parade taking place at the Village at Northstar! The loveable Ski & Snowboard School mascot will lead guests through the Village filled with music, singing, dancing, and loads of fun. Ripperoo parades leaves from the Adventure, Learning & Guiding Center located next door to the Season Pass Office, on the corner opposite the 001 Oakley store. Call 1.800.GO.NORTH (1.800.466.6784) for information. www.northstarattahoe.com/events
Event: Apres Ski & Open House at Constellation Residences (Mar 31)
Time: 4pm-6pm
Apres Ski & Open House at Constellation Residences at Northstar Join us every Saturday from 4-6 p.m. at the Constellation at Northstar Sales Gallery for apres ski wine tasting and light apps and/ or tour what’s arguably the rarest, full-ownership, luxury real estate opportunity at Lake Tahoe. Our Sales Gallery is located atop the Northstar Highlands Gondola (adjacent to the Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe Resort). Children are welcome!
Event: 12th Annual Dummy Downhill at Diamond Peak, Incline Village, NV (Apr 1)
Time: 11am
Participants build a dummy on skis or a snowboard that gets launched off a big jump on Showoff run. The Dummy Downhill is open to the public and there are no registration fees. Dummies must be at the base lodge by 11:00 am to be judged on creativity. The jumping begins at noon followed by an award ceremony.Come and enjoy live music and great commentary while you watch dummies get hucked off a huge jump. www.diamondpeak.com
Event: Core Appreciation Day at Sugar Bowl (Apr 1)
We would like to thank all of our CORE members with CORE appreciation days throughout the season. CORE tickets are discounted even further on appreciation day. That's double the normal daily savings. Call for pricing and info. www.sugarbowl.com/calender-of-event
Event: Free Avalanche Beacon Workshops at Squaw Valley (Apr 1)
Time: 5:30pm
Learn how to correctly and efficiently use an avalanche beacon.
Squaw Valley Ski Patrol hosts free training workshops on the 1st and 15th of every month that the ski resort is open.
Workshops are from 5:30-7:30pm at Ski Patrol Base in the Red Dog Complex. Please RSVP by calling 530-452-7260. Beacons are provided for you to practice with or you can bring your own. www.squaw.com/free-avalanche-beacon-workshops
Event: Sunday Mountaintop Services - Alpine Meadows (Apr 1)
Time: 2pm - 3pm
Give thanks and praise in the great outdoors every Sunday through Easter.
Services are held at the top of Roundhouse Chair every Sunday at 2pm. You must have a day ticket or season pass to attend. All are welcome!
Top of Roundhouse Chair
Event: Ski Days at Sugar Bowl (Apr 1 to Apr 5)
Time: All Day
Tahoe SAFE Alliance Sugar Bowl Ski Days: Buy an all-day lift ticket and ski April 1-5, 2012. Buy multiple tickets and ski multiple days. Purchase tickets at www.tahoesafealliance.org All proceeds support programs for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse in No. Lake Tahoe and Truckee. tahoesafealliance.org
Event: Snowshoe Social & Race Series - Northstar (Apr 1)
Time: 7:30 register; 11:30 race
Join us for the 2011.12 Northstar California Snowshoe Social & Race Series taking place March 17, April 1 and April 7 (Tahoe Rim Tour & Race). The March and April races will feature a 5k, 10k and kid's races
Check-In/Registration will take place from 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. and the race will begin at 11:30 a.m.
Event: Deals on Wheels - Tahoe Biltmore, Crystal Bay, NV (Apr 2)
Time: 10am - 8pm
Club Biltmore members can spin the wheel of prizes from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. every Monday. Winners are chosen twice an hour. www.tahoe.com/events/events-calendar
Event: Adventure 55 ~ 55+ Skier Program/Demos at Alpine Meadows (Apr 3)
Time: 9:45am - 12:00pm
Adventure 55 is a program designed specifically for the skier or snowboarder (age 55+) who is looking to unlock the secrets to the latest in ski/snowboard technique and design. New skills, new friends and a new effortless and efficient way of skiing/riding await all participants.
Event: Woodward Tahoe - Boreal (Apr 4)
Time: 3:30 - 6:30pm
Two days a week skiers and riders can cruise Boreal with Woodward Tahoe Coach Brandon Hollins. Participants will meet at the Woodward Tent located in the base lodge. Ride with Woodward is free for park riders of all abilities(basic skiing and snowboarding skills required for park coaching)…all you need is a Boreal season pass or valid lift ticket.
Event: IVGID Senior Programs 55+ Ski Clinic (Apr 4)
Time: 9am-12pm
Join us every Wednesday morning throughout the season at Diamond Peak for a continental breakfast and social hour, followed by ski clinics with PSIA certified instructors. Participants must have a Diamond Peak Season Pass or daily lift ticket to participate. Daily lift tickets will be available for purchase at the Loft Bar from 9:00am - 9:45am on each clinic day. Standard ticket prices apply.
Event: Family Snowshoe Tours at Northstar (Apr 5)
Time: 1pm
Join us for our Family Afternoon Snowshoe Tours taking place at Northstar. Tours will begin at the Cross Country, Telemark & Snowshoe Center at 1:00 p.m. and will last approximately 3 hours, including rest breaks. Your friendly guide will lead you on a snowshoe adventure along some of our easier trails through scenic forests and alpine meadows. Tours will then return to the Cross Country Center for hot chocolate, cookies, and snow play.
Event: Full Moon Snowshoe Adventure (Apr 6)
Time: 6:30-9:30pm
Join us for one of our very special Full Moon Treks through the brisk mountain air of Lake Tahoe's pristine forests. Our knowledgeable guides will discuss Natural History and Astronomy topics as well as fascinating facts about our moon. We will also stop along the way to take in the beautiful views and enjoy snacks and hot drinks. Call 530-913-9212 or visitwww.TahoeAdventureCompany.com for details. Reservations required. www.TahoeAdventureCompany.com
Event: Live Music Friday Nights with Martinis & Oysters- Jakes On The Lake, Tahoe City (Apr 6)
Time: 4:30pm
Join us for fresh shucked oysters, raw, shooters, or Rockefeller, and 1/2 price specialty martinis from our new martini menu every Friday from 4:30pm-all night. Free live acoustic music starts 7pm. www.tahoe.com/events/events-calendar
Event: TOCCATA 6th Annual St. MAtthew Passion Part 2 in English, St. Patrick's, Incline Village, NV (Apr 6)
Time: 7pm
TOCCATA Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus 2012. www.toccatatahoe.com
Event: Boreal Expression Session #4 (Apr 6)
Time: 6:30pm
A refreshing change from your everyday rail jams. This year's theme is "Junkyard Jams," meaning each feature has been recycled from a previous use off the snow and modified for use in Boreal's terrain parks. Open to all ages (7+) and ability levels. Registration begins at 5pm; competition at 6:30. www.rideboreal.com/expression
Event: Last Tracks at Diamond Peak, Incline Village, NV (Apr 7)
Time: 2:30pm
Take the last chairlift up to the mid-mountain Snowflake Lodge and enjoy wine tasting and appetizers before skiing or snowboarding down a freshly groomed run at sunset. Pick your ticket up at Guest Services at 2:30 pm and get some runs in before Last Tracks begins at 4pm. Must be 21 or older and ski/snowboard at an intermediate level. Last Tracks tickets cost $29. www.diamondpeak.com
Event: Backcountry Clinic - Spring Corn (Apr 7)
All-day backcountry clinic on Donner Summit led by AMGA guides. Explore the Tahoe National Forest in search of good spring corn, learn safety protocols, efficient skinning techniques including uphill kickturns. www.skinastc.com/all-courses/188
Event: Tahoe Rim Tour & Race ~ Nordic Race (Apr 7)
Time: 9 a.m.
Classic ski, skate ski or snowshoe your way from the Tahoe XC ski trails to Northstar. Enjoy lunch at the finish line. This is a fundraiser for the Far West Nordic Junior Ski Program. www.farwestnordic.org/tahoerimtour.html
Event: The Village at Squaw Valley Apres Ski Music Series ~ Ben Martin (Apr 7)
Time: 3-5pm
Finish your day off right with free live après ski music in The Village. Music will be centrally located in The Village Events Plaza from 3pm - 5pm. www.squaw.com
Event: Moonlight Snowshoe Tours at Northstar (Apr 7)
Time: 5pm
During the 2 to 2.5 hour tour, guides will lead guests through a variety of trails and terrain. There will be 2 to 3 different routes ranging in difficulty and distance so you can chose the group you’re most comfortable with. After conquering the terrain you’ll return to the Cross Country Ski, Telemark & Snowshoe Center for some live acoustic music, s'mores and hot chocolate around one of our fire pits under the moonlight. www.northstarattahoe.com/info/ski/moonlight_snowshoe_tours.asp
Event: First Tracks at Northstar at the Bottom of the Big Springs Express Gondola (Apr 7)
Time: 7:30am
Northstar's award-winning corduroy and legendary tree skiing is some of the best in North America.Every Saturday through the end of the ski/snowboard season you can get first dibs on them when you sign up for First Tracks at Northstar (weather & conditions permitting).
Recommended for Advanced (levels 6+) skiers and riders, ages 13+
Sign up in advance at Tickets & Season Pass Office in the Village at Northstar or call 530.562.2267 or 1.800.GO.NORTH.
Event: Woodward Tahoe - Boreal (Apr 7)
Time: 11am - 2pm
Two days a week skiers and riders can cruise Boreal with Woodward Tahoe Coach Brandon Hollins. Participants will meet at the Woodward Tent located in the base lodge. Ride with Woodward is free for park riders of all abilities(basic skiing and snowboarding skills required for park coaching)…all you need is a Boreal season pass or valid lift ticket.
Event: Pond Skim - Mt. Rose (Apr 7)
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
A locals favorite and crowd pleaser, the Pond Skim attracts all kinds of people in costumes prepared (or unprepared) to brave the cold water. Held at the Winters Creek Lodge.
Event: Ripperoo Parades at Northstar - Saturdays, December 17, 2011 - April 14, 2012(Apr 7)
Time: 4:45pm
Bring the whole family to Northstar and be a part of the popular Ripperro Parade taking place at the Village at Northstar! The loveable Ski & Snowboard School mascot will lead guests through the Village filled with music, singing, dancing, and loads of fun. Ripperoo parades leaves from the Adventure, Learning & Guiding Center located next door to the Season Pass Office, on the corner opposite the 001 Oakley store. Call 1.800.GO.NORTH (1.800.466.6784) for information. www.northstarattahoe.com/events
Event: Snowshoe Social & Race Series - Northstar (Apr 7)
Time: 7:30 register; 11:30 race
In conjunction with the Tahoe Rim Tour&Race, this race will be a point-to-point 21k from the North Tahoe High School to Northstar Cross-Country Ski, Telemark & Snowshoe Center. There will also be classic and skate divisions taking place at the same time. A portion of the proceeds from the event benefit the Far West Junior Nordic Program. Register online or call the Northstar Cross Country, Telemark & Snowshoe Center at 530.562.3270 for information. www.northstarattahoe.com/info/calendar
Event: Apres Ski & Open House at Constellation Residences (Apr 7)
Time: 4pm-6pm
Apres Ski & Open House at Constellation Residences at Northstar Join us every Saturday from 4-6 p.m. at the Constellation at Northstar Sales Gallery for apres ski wine tasting and light apps and/ or tour what’s arguably the rarest, full-ownership, luxury real estate opportunity at Lake Tahoe. Our Sales Gallery is located atop the Northstar Highlands Gondola (adjacent to the Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe Resort). Children are welcome!
Event: NASTC All Conditions/All Terrain - All Mountain Freeskiing Clinic at Northstar(Apr 8 to Apr 10)
3-day all mountain freeskiing clinic at Northstar. Skiers will improve their skiing through developing skills and tactics that will help negotiate the variety of terrain and conditions www.skinastc.com/all-courses/156
Event: Easter and Egg Hunt at Squaw Valley (Apr 8)
Time: ALL DAY
Happy Easter from Squaw Valley.Easter at Squaw is complete with an Easter egg hunt all over the mountain and appearances by the Easter bunny on skis! Easter eggs will be hidden on the mountain by the Easter Bunny before 9am. Once the lifts open to the public, see if you can find one filled with candy and toys. www.squaw.com/easter-and-egg-hunt-squaw-valley-0
Event: Bar of America presents Afrofunk Experience, Truckee CA (Apr 8)
Time: 9 pm
8 years ago, Bassist Wendell Rand (Afrolicious/Pleasuremaker, Tracorum, Youssoupha Sidibe) along with singer Victor Sila Mutungi, started Sila and the AfroFunk Experience (SAFE) as a World Music ensemble, working in local clubs, but eventually playing many notable festivals like EarthDance and San Francisco's annual Stern Grove Festival. SAFE were also winners of the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding World Music Album: “Black President” in 2009.
Event: Sunday Mountaintop Services - Alpine Meadows (Apr 8)
Time: 2pm - 3pm
Give thanks and praise in the great outdoors every Sunday through Easter!
Services are held at the top of Roundhouse Chair every Sunday at 2pm. You must have a day ticket or season pass to attend. All are welcome!
Top of Roundhouse Chair
Event: Spring Music Series featuring Mojo Green - Alpine Meadows Sun Deck, Tahoe City (Apr 8)
Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us on the Sun Deck for a rockin' good time with Mojo Green.
Event: Woodward Tahoe - Boreal (Apr 11)
Time: 3:30 - 6:30pm
Two days a week skiers and riders can cruise Boreal with Woodward Tahoe Coach Brandon Hollins.Participants will meet at the Woodward Tent located in the base lodge. Ride with Woodward is free for park riders of all abilities(basic skiing and snowboarding skills required for park coaching)…all you need is a Boreal season pass or valid lift ticket!
Event: IVGID Senior Programs 55+ Ski Clinic (Apr 11)
Time: 9am-12pm
Join us every Wednesday morning throughout the season at Diamond Peak for a continental breakfast and social hour, followed by ski clinics with PSIA certified instructors. Participants must have a Diamond Peak Season Pass or daily lift ticket to participate. Daily lift tickets will be available for purchase at the Loft Bar from 9:00am - 9:45am on each clinic day. Standard ticket prices apply.
Event: Natalie Gelman - Northstar California (Apr 13)
Time: 3:00 pm
Performing from 3:00-5:00pm at Baxters Patio outside at Northstar at Tahoe. Enjoy some snow sports during the day and some live music in the afternoon. www.nataliegelman.com/fr_shows.cfm
Event: Last Tracks at Diamond Peak, Incline Village, NV (Apr 14)
Time: 2:30pm
Take the last chairlift up to the mid-mountain Snowflake Lodge and enjoy wine tasting and appetizers before skiing or snowboarding down a freshly groomed run at sunset. Pick your ticket up at Guest Services at 2:30 pm and get some runs in before Last Tracks begins at 4pm. Must be 21 or older and ski/snowboard at an intermediate level. Last Tracks tickets cost $29. www.diamondpeak.com
Event: The Village at Squaw Valley Apres Ski Music Series ~ Jeff Jones (Apr 14)
Time: 3-5pm
Finish your day off right with free live après ski music in The Village. Music will be centrally located in The Village Events Plaza from 3pm - 5pm. www.squaw.com
Event: Retro Ski Day at Squaw (Apr 14)
Time: ALL DAY
Break out the rear entry boots, that swanky sweater and all the neon you can find for the annual ode to our glorious roots. After shredding Headwall all day on your 201's stop on by the Plaza Bar to hear live music. www.squaw.com/retro-ski-day
Event: Suzi Bock Memorial ~ Squaw Valley (Apr 14)
Time: 9am
Participate in two Giant Slalom races and a fundraiser benefiting the Stanford Hospital Bone Marrow Transplant Unit and the UC Davis Alpine Ski Team. The event is in memory of Suzi Bock, a former UCD ski racer and member of the Squaw valley National Ski Patrol. The race fee includes an all day lift ticket, racing, awards and an evening banquet with live music. Details: 530-587-7517. www.squaw.com/suzi-bock-memorial
Event: First Tracks at Northstar at the Bottom of the Big Springs Express Gondola (Apr 14)
Time: 7:30am
Northstar's award-winning corduroy and legendary tree skiing is some of the best in North America.Every Saturday through the end of the ski/snowboard season you can get first dibs on them when you sign up for First Tracks at Northstar (weather & conditions permitting).
Recommended for Advanced (levels 6+) skiers and riders, ages 13+
Sign up in advance at Tickets & Season Pass Office in the Village at Northstar or call 530.562.2267 or 1.800.GO.NORTH.
Event: Woodward Tahoe - Boreal (Apr 14)
Time: 11am - 2pm
Two days a week skiers and riders can cruise Boreal with Woodward Tahoe Coach Brandon Hollins.Participants will meet at the Woodward Tent located in the base lodge. Ride with Woodward is free for park riders of all abilities(basic skiing and snowboarding skills required for park coaching)…all you need is a Boreal season pass or valid lift ticket!
Event: Retro Ski Day - Alpine Meadows, Tahoe City (Apr 14)
Time: 9:00am
Break out the rear entry boots, that swanky sweater and all the neon you can find for the annual ode to our glorious roots. Strap on those 201's and get to flaunting your best threads!
Event: Ripperoo Parades at Northstar - Saturdays, December 17, 2011 - April 14, 2012(Apr 14)
Time: 4:45pm
Bring the whole family to Northstar and be a part of the popular Ripperro Parade taking place at the Village at Northstar! The loveable Ski & Snowboard School mascot will lead guests through the Village filled with music, singing, dancing, and loads of fun. Ripperoo parades leaves from the Adventure, Learning & Guiding Center located next door to the Season Pass Office, on the corner opposite the 001 Oakley store. Call 1.800.GO.NORTH (1.800.466.6784) for information. www.northstarattahoe.com/events
Event: Apres Ski & Open House at Constellation Residences (Apr 14)
Time: 4pm-6pm
Apres Ski & Open House at Constellation Residences at Northstar Join us every Saturday from 4-6 p.m. at the Constellation at Northstar Sales Gallery for apres ski wine tasting and light apps and/ or tour what’s arguably the rarest, full-ownership, luxury real estate opportunity at Lake Tahoe. Our Sales Gallery is located atop the Northstar Highlands Gondola (adjacent to the Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe Resort). Children are welcome!
Event: The Boreal Arbor Face Off (Apr 14)
Time: 11:00am
Head-to-head face offs in games of SNOW/SKATE until a champion is crowned. Free registration from 9:45am-10:45am; competition begins at 11:00am. www.boreal.com
Event: Boreal Academy Camp (Apr 14 to Apr 15)
$199 registration fee - includes (2) lift tickets, lunch, private coaching, access to the private camp park, photo shoots, waxing clinic, professional demos, and a Camp Academy t-shirt. Campers will also receive over $75 in free gear.
Event: Natalie Gelman - Northstar California (Apr 14)
Time: 3:00 pm
Performing from 3:00-5:00pm at Baxters Patio outside at Northstar at Tahoe. Enjoy some snow sports during the day and some live music in the afternoon. www.nataliegelman.com/fr_shows.cfm
Event: Caboose Kickers Slope Style at Sugar Bowl (Apr 15)
There is a registration fee per event and sign-ups start at 9am in the Judah Lodge by the fireplace. Contest begins at 11:00am in the Caboose Terrain Park.
In order to participate, an original copy of our release of liability must be turned in at registration. If you are competing, please bring a parent or guardian to sign the release or provide an original signed copy of the release at the time of registration. www.sugarbowl.com/calender-of-event
Event: Billy Ditton Uphill ~ Squaw Valley (Apr 15)
Time: 7am
The Billy Dutton Uphill is Squaw Valley's 'run what ya brung' uphill race. The course climbs 2000' and over 3.2 miles from the base of KT-22 to High Camp. This fun annual event is a memorial race for Billy Dutton, a longtime friend of North Lake tahoe, and Squaw Valley, and a former employee of Squaw Valley.
Registration begins at 7 am outside of Dave's Deli. Event begins at 8am at the Funitel.
Event: End of Season Bash Downhill Dummy Contest and Rail Jam - Tahoe Donner - Truckee (Apr 15)
Time: No time given
Enjoy food and beverage specials, bounce house, local ski and board shop exhibits, plus the popular Boxing Match Rail Jam and traditional Downhill Dummy event. Teams build unique dummies to send sliding down the hill and off a massive jump. This year’s theme is movie characters. Prizes will be awarded for best design, best air and best crash. You can also get full-day lift tickets at half-day rates.
Event: Spring Music Series featuring The Nibblers- Alpine Meadows Sun Deck, Tahoe City (Apr 15)
Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us on the Sun Deck for a rockin' good time with The Nibblers.
Event: Skiing for Schools Days at Squaw Valley & Alpine Meadows (Apr 15 to May 31)
Time: All Day
Purchase $35 lift tickets valid any one day at either resort from April 15, 2012 to the end of the winter season (date TBA). The proceeds from your lift ticket purchase go directly to the Excellence in Education Foundation, which provides enhanced educational opportunities for our local students. Purchase tickets starting the week prior at Porters Sports. www.exined.org
Event: Natalie Gelman - Northstar California - Village Stage (Apr 15)
Time: 2:30 pm
Performing from 2:30-5:30pm at the Village Stage outside at Northstar at Tahoe. Enjoy some snow sports during the day and some live music in the afternoon nataliegelman.com/fr_shows.cfm
Event: IVGID Senior Programs Presents The Silver Screeners (Apr 17)
Time: 5:30-10:30pm
Join IVGID Senior Programs on the third Tuesday of the month for a series of cultural fieldtrips to Reno’s Good Luck
Macbeth Theatre, in collaboration with Artemesia Movie House, to enjoy award-winning foreign films. Pre-registration required by 5pm on the Monday before the trip by calling 775-832-1310, visiting www.inclinerecreation.com or by coming into the recreation center.
Event: IVGID Senior Programs 55+ Ski Clinic (Apr 18)
Time: 9am-12pm
Join us every Wednesday morning throughout the season at Diamond Peak for a continental breakfast and social hour, followed by ski clinics with PSIA certified instructors. Participants must have a Diamond Peak Season Pass or daily lift ticket to participate. Daily lift tickets will be available for purchase at the Loft Bar from 9:00am - 9:45am on each clinic day. Standard ticket prices apply.
Event: TRTA-Trail Talk in Incline Village (Apr 18)
Time: 11:45am-1:00pm
Join the TRTA for a Trail Talk on Wednesday April 18, 2012 at D.W. Reynolds Non-Profit Center, Meiling Room, 948 Incline Way, Incline Village.
The Trail Talk begins at 11:45 a.m. with a social time and hosted beverages and snacks.
The program will be held from Noon-1:00 p.m. where we will take you on a tour that will engage your senses, share inspiring stories, and hopefully be inspired to get involved with the Tahoe Rim Trail!
Event: The Village at Squaw Valley Apres Ski Music Series ~ Earth Day Celebration featuring Ten Mile Tide (Apr 21)
Time: 3-5pm
Finish your day off right with free live après ski music in The Village. Music will be centrally located in The Village Events Plaza from 3pm - 5pm. www.squaw.com
Event: Celebration Concert! Our First Ten Years ~ Truckee (Apr 21)
Time: 7:00 PM
The Truckee Tahoe Community Chorus will perform a concert to celebrate the participation of members and supporters of the chorus throughout the community since 2002. The program will include highlights of past concerts and includes a variety of styles: Broadway, Light Opera, Pop, Gospel, Classical, and Contemporary music. The Diablo Valley Philharmonic Orchestra will accompany the chorus adding to the festivity. Tickets: www.singttcc.org from chorus members, or at the door. www.singttcc.org
Event: Celebration Concert ~ Truckee Tahoe Community Chorus ~ Our First Ten Years (Apr 21)
Time: 7:00 PM
The Truckee Tahoe Community Chorus will perform a concert to celebrate the participation of members and supporters of the chorus throughout the community since 2002. The program will include highlights of past concerts and includes a variety of styles: Broadway, Light Opera, Pop, Gospel, Classical, and Contemporary music. The Diablo Valley Philharmonic Orchestra will accompany the chorus adding to the festivity. Tickets: www.singttcc.org from chorus members, or at the door. www.singttcc.org
Event: Annual Golden Egg Hunt at Sugar Bowl (Apr 22)
Find the golden egg somewhere on the mountain and win a 2012/2013 Summit Sunday season pass.
The Easter Bunny will be on the mountain with some clues to where the Golden Egg is hidden. There will also be other eggs on the mountain containing clues to the secret location. Find them and they will help you find the Golden Egg. www.sugarbowl.com/calender-of-event
Event: Celebration Concert! Our First Ten Years ~ Truckee (Apr 22)
Time: 2:00 PM
The Truckee Tahoe Community Chorus will perform a concert to celebrate the participation of members and supporters of the chorus throughout the community since 2002. The program will include highlights of past concerts and includes a variety of styles: Broadway, Light Opera, Pop, Gospel, Classical, and Contemporary music. The Diablo Valley Philharmonic Orchestra will accompany the chorus adding to the festivity. Tickets: www.singttcc.org from chorus members, or at the door. www.singttcc.org
Event: Celebration Concert ~ Truckee Tahoe Community Chorus ~ Our First Ten Years (Apr 22)
Time: 2:00 PM
The Truckee Tahoe Community Chorus will perform a concert to celebrate the participation of members and supporters of the chorus throughout the community since 2002. The program will include highlights of past concerts and includes a variety of styles: Broadway, Light Opera, Pop, Gospel, Classical, and Contemporary music. The Diablo Valley Philharmonic Orchestra will accompany the chorus adding to the festivity. Tickets: www.singttcc.org from chorus members, or at the door. www.singttcc.org
Event: IVGID Senior Programs 55+ Ski Clinic (Apr 25)
Time: 9am-12pm
Join us every Wednesday morning throughout the season at Diamond Peak for a continental breakfast and social hour, followed by ski clinics with PSIA certified instructors. Participants must have a Diamond Peak Season Pass or daily lift ticket to participate. Daily lift tickets will be available for purchase at the Loft Bar from 9:00am - 9:45am on each clinic day. Standard ticket prices apply.
Event: The Village at Squaw Valley Apres Ski Music Series ~ Ben Martin (Apr 28)
Time: 3-5pm
Finish your day off right with free live après ski music in The Village. Music will be centrally located in The Village Events Plaza from 3pm - 5pm. www.squaw.com
Event: Bar of America presents 80s Nigh with DJ Chango, Truckee CA (Apr 30)
Time: 9 pm
Get dressed up and ready to party....80s style. www.barofamerica.net/events
Event: IVGID Senior Programs 55+ Ski Clinic (May 2)
Time: 9am-12pm
Join us every Wednesday morning throughout the season at Diamond Peak for a continental breakfast and social hour, followed by ski clinics with PSIA certified instructors. Participants must have a Diamond Peak Season Pass or daily lift ticket to participate. Daily lift tickets will be available for purchase at the Loft Bar from 9:00am - 9:45am on each clinic day. Standard ticket prices apply.
Event: The Village at Squaw Valley Apres Ski Music Series ~ Jellybread (May 5)
Time: 3-5pm
Finish your day off right with free live après ski music in The Village. Music will be centrally located in The Village Events Plaza from 3pm - 5pm. www.squaw.com
Event: Bar of America presents Bourgeois Gypsies Unplugged, Truckee CA (May 5 to May 6)
Time: 9 pm
Event: Kiwanis Club Community Benefit Auction (May 6)
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Kiwanis Club will again host its annual community benefit auction and wine tasting at the upscale Sunnyside Lodge. Over $50,000 in goods and services will be offered along with premium wines and sumptuous appetizers. Look for vacations to exotic places, golf and dining packages, home maintenance services, clothing, jewelry and accessories. All proceeds benefit local youth and social service programs. After May 1, get a sneak peak at auction items athttp://goo.gl/R2GfE http://goo.gl/YY2wr
Event: IVGID Senior Programs 55+ Ski Clinic (May 9)
Time: 9am-12pm
Join us every Wednesday morning throughout the season at Diamond Peak for a continental breakfast and social hour, followed by ski clinics with PSIA certified instructors. Participants must have a Diamond Peak Season Pass or daily lift ticket to participate. Daily lift tickets will be available for purchase at the Loft Bar from 9:00am - 9:45am on each clinic day. Standard ticket prices apply.
Event: Friendly Fallout 1953 ~ Lecture on the Atomic Tests (May 11)
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Ann Ronald's “Friendly Fallout 1953” combines the factual history of atomic tests in Nevada with fictional vignettes. Explore the impact of tests on the people who participated in them as well as the civilian down winders. The stories bring to life a turbulent era when Cold War fears, patriotism, scientific ambition and popular excitement often collided with the welfare of ordinary citizens and the environment. Free. (530) 550-2290. www.sierracollege.ed
Event: Bar of America presents Ragged But Right, Truckee CA (May 13)
Time: 9 pm
Nevada County's hardest working band, Ragged But Right delivers a stimulating mix of old-time fiddle and americana songs, sure to please the most discriminating listener. www.barofamerica.net/events
Event: IVGID Senior Programs Presents The Silver Screeners (May 15)
Time: 5:30-10:30pm
Join IVGID Senior Programs on the third Tuesday of the month for a series of cultural fieldtrips to Reno’s Good Luck
Macbeth Theatre, in collaboration with Artemesia Movie House, to enjoy award-winning foreign films. Pre-registration required by 5pm on the Monday before the trip by calling 775-832-1310, visiting www.inclinerecreation.com or by coming into the recreation center.
Event: IVGID Senior Programs 55+ Ski Clinic (May 16)
Time: 9am-12pm
Join us every Wednesday morning throughout the season at Diamond Peak for a continental breakfast and social hour, followed by ski clinics with PSIA certified instructors. Participants must have a Diamond Peak Season Pass or daily lift ticket to participate. Daily lift tickets will be available for purchase at the Loft Bar from 9:00am - 9:45am on each clinic day. Standard ticket prices apply.
Event: Annual Spring Paddle (May 19)
Time: 9AM-1PM
Come join the Lake Tahoe Water Trail's Annual Spring Paddle. We will be launching from Commons Beach in Tahoe City for a morning paddle, followed by lunch at Sunnyside Restaurant and Lodge. Interpretive guides will navigate and educate about the Lake Tahoe environment. All ages and skill levels are welcome. For more information and registration log onto laketahoewatertrail.org. www.laketahoewatertrail.org
Event: Bar of America presents The Nut Boyz, Truckee CA (May 20)
Time: 9 pm
Come out for a fun night.
Event: Opening Day On the Lake ~ Celebrations and Events on the West Shore (May 25 to May 28)
Time: Various
Stay tuned for this year's fun events celebrating Opening Day on the Lake. www.tahoewestshoreassoc.com/Calendar
Event: O'Neill Cup Donner Lake Memorial ~ Stand Up Paddleboard Race at Donner Lake(May 26)
Time: 7:00am
Catch the human powered sport of SUP at Donner Lake. www.tahoenalu.com/2012/01/633/
Event: Bar of America presents James Carlson and Steady Hand, Truckee CA (May 27)
Time: 9 pm
Event: Tahoe Lady Lake Welcoming Festival (May 31 to Jun 3)
Larry Boerner & Friends gathering on the lake to welcome the Summer to Tahoe. Band Festival. r.mcgarr@yahoo.com
Event: Bar of America presents Rak Candy, Truckee CA (Jun 3)
Time: 9 pm
Live Music. www.barofamerica.net/events
Event: Under the Radar - Tahoe, Big Water Grille, Incline Village, NV (Jun 6)
Time: 6:30pm
Under the Radar performs live - rock and roll covers.
Event: Bar of America presents Gypsy Carpenters, Truckee CA (Jun 10)
Time: 9 pm
The Gypsy Carpenters are a traveling carpentry and musical duo. Burt and Susan Mittelstadt can help make your remodeling dreams come true. If you'd rather hear a song, we can do that, too. www.barofamerica.net/events
Event: Woodward Tahoe: Inspired Week with Tanner Hall (Jun 10 to Jun 16)
11 time X Games medalist Tanner Hall, Henrik Harlaut and Phil Casabon will be on site at Woodward Tahoe to provide instruction and help campers dial in their newest tricks.
Event: Adventure Sports Week (Jun 15 to Jun 24)
Time: Various
Ten days of competitive and non-competitive events and clinics come with friends and family and take in some of the best Lake Tahoe has to offer.
Trail running, triathlon, mountain biking, stand up paddleboarding, and more.
Event: Adventure Sports Week Welcoming Reception at Jake's in Tahoe City (Jun 15)
Time: 8pm
ASW Tahoe Welcoming Party at Jakes on the Lake. Happy Hour drink specials all night. Must be 21 or older with ID. Jake’s On The Lake is located at 780 North Lake Blvd., Boatworks Mall, Tahoe City. For more information please call (530) 583-0188 or visit www.jakestahoe.com www.aswtahoe.com/events-2/festivities/
Event: Stand Up Paddleboard - Thunderbird Run ~ East Shore of Lake Tahoe (Jun 16)
Time: Day Event
Great day on Lake Tahoe for the 2nd Quiksilver THUNDERBIRD RUN. 73 Competitors participated in the 8 mile 1st WPA Sanctioned Race in Division 2 NorCal Race Series. www.tahoenalu.com/event-registration
Event: Adventure Sports Week~Clinic and Lake Tahoe 4 & 8 Hour Mountain Bike Race(Jun 16)
Time: 2-6pm
On Saturday June 16th come on by Aplenglow Sports for a Trail Running Clinic and chance to win a brand new pair of Salomon Trail Running Shoes. Packet pickup for the Burton Creek Trail Run is from 2- 6pm. Come and try on Salomon’s new XR Crossmax trail running shoe. The XR Crossmax was the winner of the Best Debut in the Spring 2011 Runners World. You will also be able to enter to win some sweet Salomon Swag.
Come join us for a great day of mountain biking on a scenic and fun course. Race solo or on a team of 2, 3 or 4 (teams of 3 and 4 apply to the 8hr race only).
The course is approximately 12 miles. Fast lap times should be around 50 minutes. The course is a mix of single track and fireroad. It is a fast and smooth course with few technical sections. The most laps wins www.aswtahoe.com/events-2/clinics/
Event: Adventure Sports Week~Burton Creek Trail Run (Jun 17)
Time: Day Event
5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon and 50K Distance available.
The Burton Creek Trail Run takes place on a beautiful, fun and challenging trail system within Burton Creek State Park. The course features miles of single track through pine forests and high sierra meadows. Burton Creek drains the runoff from Mt. Watson into Lake Tahoe. You’ll see and hear the creek often and June is a great time to see wildflowers.
The Burton Creek Trail Run is part of the TrailRunner Magazine’s Trophy Series. The TrailRunner Trophy Series is a points-based series of 130 trail races in the US and Canada. Anyone who finishes a Trophy Series race is automatically entered. www.aswtahoe.com
Event: Woodward Tahoe: Bjorn Leines & Hannah Tetter Week (Jun 17 to Jun 23)
Snowboard legend Bjorn Leines and Olympic champion Hannah Teter will be on site at Woodward Tahoe providing instruction and helping campers dial in their new tricks. www.woodwardtahoe.com
Event: IVGID Senior Programs Presents The Silver Screeners (Jun 19)
Time: 5:30-10:30pm
Join IVGID Senior Programs on the third Tuesday of the month for a series of cultural fieldtrips to Reno’s Good Luck
Macbeth Theatre, in collaboration with Artemesia Movie House, to enjoy award-winning foreign films. Pre-registration required by 5pm on the Monday before the trip by calling 775-832-1310, visiting www.inclinerecreation.com or by coming into the recreation center.
Event: Adventure Sports Week~Movies on the Beach (Jun 20)
Time: 8:00pm
Join us for a free movie night on Commons Beach. Bring the whole family down for an old fashion big screen, drive-in movie experience. www.aswtahoe.com
Event: The Great Mark Twain Controversy Discussion (Jun 21)
Time: 6:30 PM
Where did Mark Twain camp on Lake Tahoe, Nevada or California? Two authors of books that disagree about this will discuss their proposed sites at Gatekeeper's Museum, then YOU DECIDE! Books and maps of the proposed sites are available, and the public is invited to weigh in with their opinion as to which is the actual site. Mark Twain is rumored to be planning to attend as well! northtahoemuseums.org
Event: June Heart & Solstice Festival and Tahoe City Wine Walk (Jun 21 to Jun 24)
Time: various times
Discover Wines with a View and the
Many Undiscovered Secrets of Downtown Tahoe City.
Event: Adventure Sports Week~XTERRA Clinic hosted by Jamie Whitmore-Tahoe City, CA (Jun 22)
Time: 2-6pm
Jamie Whitmore is no stranger to a tough challenge. You don’t become 2007 XTERRA Triathlon USA Champion, 2004 XTERRA Triathlon World Champion & 2003/04 XTERRA Triathlon European champion without a good fight. Jamie was stricken with cancer in 2007, had two softball-sized tumors removed from her lower back, then became pregnant & gave birth to two beautiful twin boys, Christian and Ryder. www.aswtahoe.com
Event: Adventure Sports Week~XTERRA Tahoe City (Jun 23)
Time: Day Event
XTERRA Tahoe City is an off-road triathlon that celebrates the natural environment of the North Shores excellent terrain, trails and blue water. Depending on the lake level, the long course includes a 50 meter beach run. The openness of Lake Tahoe makes for a truly open water swim experience. Tahoe City is also home to some of the area’s most treasured mountain biking trails. The biking section starts with a strong climb, continuing on to take riders through fields of wildflowers, and breath taking sierra views. The trails are faster than they are rocky, but the climbs and elevation will test ones fitness level. The start and finish is at Commons Beach. There will be an after party so plan to have some fun after a hard day of racing.
Event: Tahoe City Off-Road Triathlon and Duathlon (Jun 23)
Time: Day Event
The Tahoe City Off-Road Triathlon and Duathlon celebrates the natural environment of the North Shores excellent terrain, trails and blue water. Depending on the lake level, the long course includes a 50 meter beach run. The openness of Lake Tahoe makes for a truly open water swim experience. Tahoe City is also home to some of the area’s most treasured mountain biking trails. The biking section starts with a strong climb, continuing on to take riders through fields of wildflowers, and breath taking sierra views. The trails are faster than they are rocky, but the climbs and elevation will test ones fitness level. The start and finish is at Commons Beach. There will be an after party so plan to have some fun after a hard day of racing. www.aswtahoe.com
Event: Run to Squaw (Jun 24)
Time: Day Event
The course distance is approximately 7.88 miles. The run is primarily held on the Truckee River Trail which is paved. The start is at Commons Beach in Tahoe City. This race is open to individuals and to teams of 5 or more. For teams of 5 or more we will take the best five times of the team. www.aswtahoe.com
Event: Woodward Tahoe: Dan Brisse Week (Jun 24 to Jun 30)
Dan Brisse will be on site at Woodward Tahoe providing instruction and helping campers stomp their newest tricks. www.woodwardtahoe.com
Event: Squaw Valley Fine Arts & Crafts Festival (Jun 30)
Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm
Kick off summer with the Arts. Stroll through the Village at Squaw Valley USA on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00am - 5:00pm and peruse the incredible paintings, photographs, ceramics, jewelry, and other fine arts presented by California's finest professional artists. There will also be live music and the Village's shops and restaurants open for you to make a weekend out of it! Brought to you by: www.pacificfinearts.com www.squaw.com/event-calendar-winter/2012-07
Event: Squaw Valley Fine Arts & Crafts Festival (Jul 1)
Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm
Kick off summer with the Arts. Stroll through the Village at Squaw Valley USA on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00am - 5:00pm and peruse the incredible paintings, photographs, ceramics, jewelry, and other fine arts presented by California's finest professional artists. There will also be live music and the Village's shops and restaurants open for you to make a weekend out of it. Brought to you by: www.pacificfinearts.com www.squaw.com/event-calendar-winter/2012-07
Event: Woodward Tahoe: Marc Frank Montoya & Andrew Brewer Week (Jul 1 to Jul 7)
Marc Frank Montoya and Andrew Brewer will be on site at Woodward Tahoe providing instruction and helping campers perfect their newest tricks. www.woodwardtahoe.com
Event: Tuesday Bluesday at Squaw Valley (Jul 3)
Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Unwind in the Village at Squaw Valley from 6-8:30pm. Catch a FREE blues concert on the Events Plaza Stage with acclaimed blues musicians, "Blue Plate Specials" from the Village restaurants, "Blue Dot Deals" at unique shops. Check out Squaw.com for the incredible Bluesday Lineup.
Event: Truckee's Firecracker Mile Fun Run (Jul 4)
Time: 10am
Event starts 10am by US Bank and finishes by the train station in Truckee
1 mile gravity fed fun event for all ages & abilities.
Run through the crowds waiting for the parade.
Fundraiser for Auburn Ski Club Nordic Programs.
Go to www.truckeefunrun.com for more information
Event: Run To The Beach in Kings Beach and North Shore (Jul 4)
Time: 8:00 AM
Run To The Beach is a 5k or 10k trail run featuring some great trails and finishing on the big beach in Kings Beach on Lake Tahoe's North Shore. www.bigblueadventure.com
Event: Soaring Kites and Music Festival at Squaw Valley (Jul 7)
Time: 11:am
High Camp located above Lake Tahoe at 8200' at the top of the Cable Car, offers one of the most spectacular and unique kite flying locations in the world. Watch high flying kites perform stunts in a stunning alpine setting. Squaw Valley is proud to be hosting the 11th year of this special event featuring kite flying demonstrations, kids kite building seminars, and general kite mania, featuring great live music at High Camp. www.squaw.com/things-to-do/events-calendar/soaring-kites--music-festival-
Event: Truckee Running Festival - Riverview Park in Truckee (Jul 8)
Time: 9:00 am
Try a 5K or 10K along the Legacy Trail or a 1/2 marathon featuring beautiful and scenic trails of Waddle Ranch. Bring the kids as we have short race/runs for them as well.
The event is also a fundraiser for the Truckee Trails Foundation. All the proceeds from the Kids Races will go to the Truckee Trails Foundation. www.bigblueadventure.com/pub/main.asp?daPageID=561
Event: Tuesday Bluesday at Squaw Valley (Jul 10)
Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Unwind in the Village at Squaw Valley from 6-8:30pm. Catch a FREE blues concert on the Events Plaza Stage with acclaimed blues musicians, "Blue Plate Specials" from the Village restaurants, "Blue Dot Deals" at unique shops. Check out Squaw.com for the incredible Bluesday Lineup.
Event: Pine Needle Basketweaving Class (Jul 11)
Time: 9:30 AM - 2:30PM
Basketweaver Audrey Frank will teach the art of pine needle basketweaving on the shores of Lake Tahoe at the Gatekeeper's Museum, an ancient Washoe encampment. This class is open to all levels. Reservations are required: call 530.583.1762 or email info@northtahoemuseums.org to reserve. Bring scissors, a towel, a container to soak pine needles and your lunch. www.northtahoemuseums.org
Event: Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival Presents The Two Gentlemen of Verona, Sand Harbor, NV (Jul 13 to Aug 26)
Time: evening show
Shakespeare’s The Two Gentlemen of Verona is sure to enchant the entire family. Bosom buddies Valentine and Proteus are Verona’s closest comrades, but their friendship is put to the ultimate test when Proteus forsakes his beloved Julia and competes for the affections of Valentine’s newfound love, the strong-willed Silvia. Teeming with high comic scenes and rich, romantic language, Two Gents displays Shakespeare’s copious comic powers at their hilarious height. www.laketahoeshakespeare.com/
Event: Art, Wine, & Music Festival at Squaw Valley (Jul 14)
Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm
Squaw Valley's base Village will burst with color, taste, and sound as fine artists, craft makers, performers and musicians come to participate in this fun, two-day annual event. The event features two performance stages, restaurants and shops, and a cobblestone village lined with fine art booths and exhibits. From 11am to 5pm, wine tasting from 2pm to 5pm and is $25 per person/per day. www.squaw.com/event-calendar-winter/2012-07
Event: Donner Lake Kids Triathlon - (Jul 14)
Time: 8:00 am
Lake Kids Triathlon is an actual triathlon featuring the swim-bike-run format for kids ages 4 to 15. The focus of the event is to provide a triathlon experience to this age group in a non-competitive and fun atmosphere.
Event: Art, Wine, & Music Festival at Squaw Valley (Jul 15)
Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm
Squaw Valley's base Village will burst with color, taste, and sound as fine artists, craft makers, performers and musicians come to participate in this fun, two-day annual event. The event features two performance stages, restaurants and shops, and a cobblestone village lined with fine art booths and exhibits. From 11am to 5pm, wine tasting from 2pm to 5pm and is $25 per person/per day. www.squaw.com/event-calendar-winter/2012-07
Event: Donner Lake Triathlon (Jul 15)
Time: 7:00 am
Welcome to the Donner Lake Triathlon. The sprint and international/Olympic distance races feature one of the most beautiful and challenging courses triathlon has to offer. Each year hundreds come to take on and enjoy these races.
The swim is in the clean and clear fresh water alpine lake. The bike features scenic old Highway 40. And the run has endless sierra views of the lake and surrounding mountains.
Event: Tuesday Bluesday at Squaw Valley (Jul 17)
Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Unwind in the Village at Squaw Valley from 6-8:30pm. Catch a FREE blues concert on the Events Plaza Stage with acclaimed blues musicians, "Blue Plate Specials" from the Village restaurants, "Blue Dot Deals" at unique shops. Check out Squaw.com for the incredible Bluesday Lineup.
Event: Third Thursdays: The Magic of Fly-Fishing Up Close and Personal! (Jul 19)
Time: 6:30 PM
Fly-fishing has taken the country by storm. Come learn about it from A to Z (Adams to Zonker!) with Fly Fishing legends Andy Burk and Matt Heron. Appropriate for all levels, complete novice to world-weary fisher. World-renowned fly-tier Burk will explain flies and how they're made; Master guide Heron will discuss the metaphysics of fly-fishing and more. The last half hour Heron will conduct an informal casting clinic on the Gatekeeper Museum grounds. www.northtahoemuseums.org
Event: Lake Tahoe Trail 100K (Jul 22)
Time: No time given
The Lake Tahoe Trail 100K is a mountain bike race that starts and finishes at Northstar-at-Tahoe. This 33 mile lap course features several great trails on the Northshore of Lake Tahoe.
Go to our website and check out the course map. www.bigblueadventure.com/pub/main.asp?daPageID=561
Event: Tuesday Bluesday at Squaw Valley (Jul 24)
Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Unwind in the Village at Squaw Valley from 6-8:30pm. Catch a FREE blues concert on the Events Plaza Stage with acclaimed blues musicians, "Blue Plate Specials" from the Village restaurants, "Blue Dot Deals" at unique shops. Check out Squaw.com for the incredible Bluesday Lineup.
Event: Wanderlust Festival 2012 at Squaw Valley (Jul 26 to Jul 29)
Time: various times
Wanderlust offers an unrivaled lineup of the world's best yoga teachers, wellness experts, and green leaders, alongside the nation's most exciting musicians, DJs, and performing artists. Each festival features its own unique blend of off the mat activities, including dynamic lectures, hiking, biking, an eclectic vendor village, farm to table dinners, wine tastings, the Wanderkind children's program, and much more www.wanderlustfestival.com
Event: Tuesday Bluesday at Squaw Valley (Jul 31)
Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Unwind in the Village at Squaw Valley from 6-8:30pm. Catch a FREE blues concert on the Events Plaza Stage with acclaimed blues musicians, "Blue Plate Specials" from the Village restaurants, "Blue Dot Deals" at unique shops. Check out Squaw.com for the incredible Bluesday Lineup.
Event: Squaw Mountain Run and Flower Walk (Aug 4)
Time: 9am
Starting at the base of Squaw Valley USA (6200’) the course climbs the 3.6 mile mountain run to High Camp (8200’) where awards, raffle, music, light refreshments & beer are provided.
Participants can choose to RUN or HIKE. For the less energetic – let the cable car do the climb & join our knowledgeable guides for the beautiful FLOWER WALK on easy rolling terrain.
A fundraiser for young skiers and local cancer foundation.
Event: LAKE TAHOE 24 & 36 HR Adventure Race - California & Nevada, Lake Tahoe USA(Aug 4 to Aug 5)
Time: No time given
We are excited to announce that this year we have expanded the race from a 24HR format to a 36HR. Get ready for new course area. If you would still like to race in the 24HR course, this option will be available. There will be a point on the course marking the last checkpoint for the 24HR Racers. 24HR racers and 36HR Racers will be scored separately.
Event: Tuesday Bluesday (Aug 7)
Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Unwind in the Village at Squaw Valley from 6-8:30pm. Catch a FREE blues concert on the Events Plaza Stage with acclaimed blues musicians, "Blue Plate Specials" from the Village restaurants, "Blue Dot Deals" at unique shops. Check out Squaw.com for the incredible Bluesday Lineup.
Event: Brews, Jazz & Funk at Squaw Valley (Aug 11)
Time: 2:00pm - 8:00pm
With a great selection of beer for guests to sample and an incredible line-up of music both days, the Brews, Jazz & Funk Fest is your chance to make some great summer memories- all benefiting the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe. $5 entry - entry and beer sales benefit the HSTT! www.squaw.com/event-calendar-winter/2012-08
Event: 2012 QUiksilver TA-HOE NALU Paddle Festival Presented by REVO (Aug 11 to Aug 12)
Time: Day Events
“Come Paddle the Big Blue”
August 11th & 12th
Kings Beach State Park
All Ages & Skill Levels
Elite Race with $10,000 purse
Check new lower E Ticket prices – Grom Race free for 12 & under
Free Beginner Instructions
Friday 10th Registration & Reception Party on the Beach
Live Concert Friday 10th on the beach 6-9pm www.tahoenalu.com
Event: Brews, Jazz & Funk at Squaw Valley (Aug 12)
Time: 2:00pm - 8:00pm
With a great selection of beer for guests to sample and an incredible line-up of music both days, the Brews, Jazz & Funk Fest is your chance to make some great summer memories- all benefiting the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe. $5 entry - entry and beer sales benefit the HSTT! www.squaw.com/event-calendar-winter/2012-08
Event: Northstar Mountain Run - Starting at the Village @ Northstar (Aug 12)
Time: 9:00 am
Join us for this classic 10.2K run starting at the Village At Northstar and finishing at the top of Mt. Pluto. The course ascends single track and double track, offering scenic views of Lake Tahoe, wildflowers and the Sierra. While Taking in the views, racers will be challenged with gradual climbs until they reach the top of Mt. Pluto. The run starts at 6,330' and ends at 8610'.
Event: Tuesday Bluesday at Squaw Valley (Aug 14)
Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Unwind in the Village at Squaw Valley from 6-8:30pm. Catch a FREE blues concert on the Events Plaza Stage with acclaimed blues musicians, "Blue Plate Specials" from the Village restaurants, "Blue Dot Deals" at unique shops. Check out Squaw.com for the incredible Bluesday Lineup.
Event: Lake Tahoe Open Water Swim - Ed'ZBerg Sugar Pine State Park, CA (Aug 18)
Time: 9:00 am
The Lake Tahoe Open Water Swim is a celebration of the natural environment of the Tahoe region featuring the beautiful, clear and clean water of Lake Tahoe and the white sand beaches of California's Ed'ZBerg Sugar Pine State Park.
There is a 1/2 mile, 1.2 mile, 2.4 mile and 10K course set up just off the beach of the scenic Ehrman Mansion where spectators can see the action first hand from the expansive pier.
Event: Peaks and Paws at Squaw Valley (Aug 19)
Time: 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Treat your dog to the best weekend featuring live music and on-mountain fun- all benefiting the Truckee-Tahoe Humane Society.
Enjoy Art, Wine & Beer Tasting, Doggy Vendors, Outdoor Activities, and continuous live bluegrass. 12 Wineries will be offering tastings the entire weekend from 5 to 8 PM. $25 ticket, per day, includes a commemorative glass. Beer tasting will be from 2 to 8pm, $4 per beer. www.squaw.com/event-calendar-winter/2012-08
Event: Wine on the Water (Aug 19)
Time: 1:00-5:00pm
Sample over 25 Napa & Sonoma Valley wineries and enjoy delicious local cusisine on the shores of sunny Lake Tahoe. Tickets to the event can be purchased in advance or at the door. All proceeds generated as a result of Wine on the Water will be donated directly to the Boys & Girls Club of North Lake Tahoe.
Event: Lake Tahoe Triathlon & Duathlon - Ed'ZBerg Sugar Pine State Park, CA (Aug 19)
Time: 7:00 am
Welcome to the Lake Tahoe Triathlon and Duathlon. We're excited to bring this event to you featuring the beautiful clear and clean water of Lake Tahoe. Choose from the Olympic, Sprint distance triathlon or Duathlon.
Event: Tuesday Bluesday at Squaw Valley (Aug 21)
Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Unwind in the Village at Squaw Valley from 6-8:30pm. Catch a FREE blues concert on the Events Plaza Stage with acclaimed blues musicians, "Blue Plate Specials" from the Village restaurants, "Blue Dot Deals" at unique shops. Check out Squaw.com for the incredible Bluesday Lineup.
Event: Expedition Man Endurance Festival ~ Tahoe to Reno/Sparks (Aug 25)
Time: Day Event
Expedition Man would like to introduce the inaugural Endurance Festival featuring Northern Nevada’s 1st Ultra Distance Triathlon. A unique course that starts swimmers at Zephyr Cove in the beautiful Lake Tahoe, Ca. The 112 mile bike ride will utilizes a variety of Northern Nevada’s scenery including a 1,400 ft elevation drop into Carson City. Three fast out-and-back’s around the Sparks Marina will cap off this extraordinary race. http://www.expeditionman.com
Event: Off-Road Triathlon - Incline Village, NV (Aug 25)
Time: 8:00 am
This is one of the all time classic XTERRA courses. Racers start with a swim in famous Lake Tahoe. The bike section test racers’ climbing and fitness levels. After the biking section racers transition onto a trail running course that is relatively flat, fast and scenic with tall pines, aspens, and creek crossings.
Course Distance: Full Course: 2X 750 meter swim laps with a 50 meter beach run, 22 mile bike, 6 mile run
Event: Flume Trail Off-Road Triathlon & Duathlon - Incline Village, NV (Aug 25)
Time: 8:00 am
This is one of the all time classic off-road triathlon courses.Racers start with a swim in famous Lake Tahoe, one of the purest and deepest lakes in North America. The Flume Trail Off-Road Triathlon & Duathlon will run on the same course as the XTERRA Lake Tahoe. The Flume Trail Off-Road Triathlon is the sprint version of the XTERRA Lake Tahoe.
Event: Big Blue 5 & 10K Trail Run - Incline Village, NV (Aug 25)
Time: 9:00 am
The Big Blue 5k and 10k trail run happens on the same day as XTERRA Lake Tahoe. The venue is located at the Village Green in Incline Village, NV. The course is a 5k loop through a beautiful trail system featuring tall pines and creek crossings.
Event: Tuesday Bluesday at Squaw Valley (Aug 28)
Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Unwind in the Village at Squaw Valley from 6-8:30pm. Catch a FREE blues concert on the Events Plaza Stage with acclaimed blues musicians, "Blue Plate Specials" from the Village restaurants, "Blue Dot Deals" at unique shops. Check out Squaw.com for the incredible Bluesday Lineup.
Event: 24th Annual Alpen Wine Fest at Squaw Valley (Sep 2)
Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Wine Tasting, live music, silent auction & raffle- Join Us from 2pm to 5pm for a benefit wine tasting, $40 includes a Spiegalau crystal souvenir wine glass and tasting from over 40 vineyards. Also peruse the huge silent auction & raffle, and enjoy free live music all to benefit Can Do MS, a foundation providing wellness and education for people with Multiple Sclerosis. www.squaw.com/event-calendar-winter/2012-09
Event: Pine Needle Basketweaving Class (Sep 6)
Time: 9:30 AM
Basketweaver Audrey Frank will teach the art of pine needle basketweaving on the shores of Lake Tahoe at the Gatekeeper's Museum, an ancient Washoe encampment. This class is open to all levels. Reservations are required: call 530.583.1762 or email info@northtahoemuseums.org to reserve. Bring scissors, a towel, a container to soak pine needles and your lunch. www.northtahoemuseums.org
Event: Lake Tahoe Autumn Food and Wine Festival at Northstar (Sep 7 to Sep 9)
Time: various
The Lake Tahoe Autumn Food and Wine Festival is considered one of
Lake Tahoe’s premier gourmet events.
Event: Tahoe Big Blue Adventure Race (8HR and Sprint) - Village at Northstar (Sep 15)
Time: 11:30 am
Choose from either the Sprint or 8HR distance and explore the best of North Lake Tahoe. Disciplines include: Trekking, Mountain Biking, Orienteering, and Kayaking www.bigblueadventure.com/pub/main.asp?daPageID=561
Event: Tahoe Big Blue Adventure Race (8HR and Sprint) - Village at Northstar (Sep 15)
Time: 8:00 am & 11:30 am
Choose from either the Sprint or 8HR distance and explore the best of North Lake Tahoe. Disciplines include: Trekking, Mountain Biking, Orienteering, and Kayaking.
8HR race begins at 8:00am. The Sprint begins at 11:30 am. www.bigblueadventure.com/pub/main.asp?daPageID=561
Event: O'Neill Cup Fall Classic SUP Race (Sep 16)
Time: Day Events
22 miler from Camp Richardson to Kings Beach. www.tahoenalu.com
Event: Emerald Bay Trail Run ~ Big Blue Adventure (Sep 16)
Starts at Eagle Point and takes you around Emerald Bay and up the Rubicon Trail to D.L. Bliss State Park to finish at Lester Beach. The course is a 7.5 mile/12Km point to point route. Emerald Bay/ D.L Bliss State Park 9:00 AM www.bigblueadventure.com/pub/main.asp?daPageID=561
Event: 9th Annual Basketweavers' Gathering (Sep 22 to Sep 23)
Time: 11 AM
Come to the Gatekeeper’s Museum the weekend of September 22 – 23 for the 9th annual Basketweavers’ Gathering. Weavers from all over California and Nevada will be here, selling and weaving baskets. We’ll also have “Soup to Nuts” – people processing acorns the ancient way, and others on hand to explain the ancient traditions of the Washoe and other peoples. Join us for this unique gathering and opportunity to learn. northtahoemuseums.org
Event: Tahoe Sierra Century at Squaw Valley (Sep 22)
Time: 7:00am - 6:00pm
30, 60, 100 mile scenic bike ride starts and finishes in the Village at Squaw Valley. All proceeds benefit the local high school & middle school music programs.
Event: Tough Mudder at Northstar California (Sep 22 to Sep 23)
Time: various
Northstar California Resort will host the Tough Mudder event series in North Lake Tahoe on Saturday, September 22 and Sunday, September 23, 2012. Tough Mudder events are 10-12 mile obstacle courses designed by British Special Forces to test all around strength, stamina, mental grit, and camaraderie. With the most innovative courses, half a million inspiring participants, and more than $2.5 million dollars raised for the Wounded Warrior Project, Tough Mudder is the premier adventure challenge series in the world.
Event: Oktoberfest at Squaw Valley (Sep 29)
Time: 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Traditional Bavarian Music and Folk Dancers, Benefit Beer Gartens, Brats and Kraut, and Games from 2pm to 6pm. All entertainment is free. Fundraiser for the Tahoe Truckee Lacrosse Association. www.squaw.com/event-calendar-winter/2012-10
Event: Oktoberfest Trail Run ~ Big Blue Adventure, Tahoe City to Squaw Valley USA(Oct 6)
Time: NOON
A 7.9 mile run from scenic Tahoe City, along the Truckee River to finish at majestic Squaw Valley. www.bigblueadventure.com/pub/main.asp?daPageID=561
Event: Lake Tahoe Women's Wellness Weekend at Granlibakken (Nov 10 to Nov 11)
Time: Sat, 7am-7pm; Sun, 8am-4p
Come join the annual Lake Tahoe Women's Wellness Weekend @ Granlibakken. An event fusing Easter & Western approaches. to offer you a balanced weekend of information, activites & social time. Walk away feeling rejuvenated and inspired on your health and well-being. www.granlibakken.com/wellness.php
