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Holiday Tree Lighting – Truckee 2023

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Holiday Tree Lighting – Truckee 2023

It is here! Tthe beginning of the holiday season for the greater Truckee – North Lake Tahoe area. 

Yes, Thanksgiving isn’t until next week, but why wait for fun to begin?

If you are looking for a way to get into the holiday mood, check out the annual “Bud Fish” Truckee Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony this Friday, November 17, 2023 in downtown historic Truckee, California!

Ready to get into the holiday mood?  Going to a holiday tree lighting event is one way to get into the swing the upcoming season!

While the North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area will have several tree lighting events, this is the first one of the season!

It is a great way to enjoy some holiday fun in downtown historic Truckee with the lighting of the Bud Fish Christmas Tree, along with a visit from Santa, hot chocolate and caroling.

This 40+ year tradition will begin around 4 p.m. when over 600 elementary school children will decorate the Christmas trees that will line historic downtown Truckee on Donner Pass Road.

Santa will arrive in style with the help of the Truckee Fire Department’s antique fire truck and they will end up in front of the Bud Fish Tree for the annual Lighting Ceremony, which should happen at 5:20 p.m. (always arrive early so you don’t miss out on the countdown)!

One of the great things I love about living in a smaller community are our local events and their personal connection to them. 

You may not know why this event is called the “Bud Fish” Tree Lighting event. 

The naming of this event followed the death of Bud Fish, a charter member of the local Rotary Club of Truckee, and a longtime resident of Truckee, California.

Each year Bud, who was a forester, would see to it that Fibreboard provided the holiday Christmas Tree for the downtown Truckee area. 

He would assemble a crew of volunteers to put up the tree and decorate it.

After his passing, the Rotary Club of Truckee secured, planted, and dedicated a permanent Christmas Tree in historic downtown Truckee in his memory.

For many that attend this annual event, who watch the Truckee holiday tree light-up, it becomes so much more than twinkling lights and tinsel!

Here are the event details:

Holiday Tree Lighting – Truckee 2023

  • Where: At the Bud Fish Tree located in front of the Train Depot in downtown historic Truckee, California
  • When:  Friday, November 17, 2023, starting at 4:15 p.m. Street Tree decorating begins
    4:30 p.m.
  • Tree Lighting Ceremony begins  5:20 p.m.* Times are approximate, and if you don’t want to miss out on the fun, so give yourself plenty of time for parking and arrive early!
  • Cost:  FREE
  • Weather:  It will be cold with temperatures in the low 40’s – high 30’s this evening, so dress warm!
  • For more information on upcoming events in downtown Truckee check out www.HistoricTruckee.com

Don’t forget to check out the Truckee holiday tree lighting ceremony in downtown historic Truckee, California this Friday, November 17, 2023! 

Looking for more holiday events? 

  • Do’t forget the Annual An Elegant Affair, at the Boat Works Mall in downtown Tahoe City, CA will also happen on Friday, November 17, 2023 beginning at 6:30 p.m. 

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For all of your Tahoe real estate needs –

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260  | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE | Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker | Truckee – Tahoe City, CA

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Holiday Tree Lighting – Truckee 2023

New Year’s Eve North Lake Tahoe – Truckee December 31 2018 

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New Year’s Eve North Lake Tahoe – Truckee December 31 2018 

New Year’s Eve North Lake Tahoe - Truckee December 31 2018 It’s almost here, New Year’s Eve in the North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area, December 31, 2018.

If you are looking for ways to celebrate and bring in the New Year, here are some of our local events that will happen on  New Year’s Eve North Lake Tahoe – Truckee December 31, 2018!

We love living here in the greater North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area, but our local holiday events are always a lot of fun, and because it is so cold outdoors, you really get the winter holiday New Year experience!

If your plans are to stay in and celebrate in your Tahoe home that’s always a great choice, but if you want to take in a couple of the FREE local events, you still have time to make those plans.

If you are also having second thoughts about not dining out, there are a few places that are still taking last-minute reservations for a New Year’s Eve dinner, so start dialing to find that place!

If you’re thinking about something more casual, don’t forget you’ll find free events and firework shows at both The Village at Squaw Valley and at the Northstar Village on Monday evening, December 31, 2018.

New Year’s Eve North Lake Tahoe - Truckee December 31 2018 We been to both the Northstar annual Fire and Ice New Year’s Eve Celebration and the fire works show at Squaw Valley.  Both will help you feel festive and are a great way to bring in the New Year.

A couple of tips if you’re headed to one of the outdoor events:

  • Dress Warmly – You’ll want to dress warmly and in layers as you’ll be outside and the weather for New Year’s Eve is expected to be in the mid 20’s!
  • Be Early – Parking is always a challenge during our peak visit seasons, and during the Christmas – New Year’s holiday period, we’re at capacity, so allow enough time for parking and finding a good spot to watch the show!  Events tend to start on time so give yourself extra travel time so you can be early.
  • Flashlight – Not every place has outdoor lighting at night in our area. Always bring along a small flashlight (Don’t count on your cell phone flashlight.  You know you’ll take photos of the event, and that always drains the batter,  so carry a real flashlight.) making it easy to find your way back to the place you are staying, or back to your car.

As Craig and I get older, we find dealing with the larger crowds is harder for us, so we started taking short-cuts to still see the firework shows, and avoid the crowds.

We’ve been watching the firework shows from our car.  We’ve found a good spot in the parking lot (typically at the very back), or anywhere you can see the ski resorts and then we get out our concert folding chairs and blankets.

If you want to make a party out of it, call ahead to Fireside Pizza for pizza, pasta, or a salad to go.  If you order early enough (they will be crazy busy that day), you’ll have time to run in, pick up your party, and still find a great place to park and set-up for the show.

In the end, you’ll still have a good view and your own private show with out the crowds!

Here is the schedule of the Free Northstar New Year’s Eve events:

New Year’s Eve – Northstar, California Fire and Ice Event 

  • 12 noon – 6:30 p.m. |  DJ on the Village Stage by the ice rink in the Northstar Village
  • 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. | Face Painting by Giggle & Grin
  • 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. |  BoomBox Party Band on the Village Stage
  • 9 p.m.  Fireworks Show at the Northstar Village |  If you have a view of the Northstar Village area you’ll be able to see the Fireworks display from a distance.

For more information on the Northstar free events check out their website at www.northstarcalifornia.com

We have gone the past few years and enjoyed the New Year’s Eve celebrations at Northstar.  Take a look at the fun in past New Year’s Eve events at Northstar!

Here is the schedule of Free Squaw Valley New Year’s Eve events:

Squaw Valley, New Year’s Eve

5:45 p.m. Torchlight Parade Starts | An attempt at the world’s largest torchlight parade (LEDtorches) as they travel the 3.2 mile Mountain Run to break the 3,000+ participant record

7 p.m. Fireworks at the Village at Squaw Valley |  Best viewing at the KT Bar area, but if you have a view of the Squaw Valley Ski Resort mountain, you’ll have a great view of the firework show.

Won’t be here for New Year’s Even celebrations, don’t forget, every Saturday through March 30, 2019, there will be a Winter fireworks show starting at 5:30 p.m., so you can enjoy a bit of holiday magic this winter! 

There are many restaurants and bars in the area that will also be having special New Year’s Eve events, but if you’re looking for free entertainment you have plenty of local event options to bring in the new year.

Remember if you drink, don’t drive.  Check out the Tahoe area bus system for their expanded night service for a safe ride home.

See you at one of the North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area New Year’s Eve celebrations on December 31, 2018!

Be safe!  Have fun! Happy New Year Everyone!

Thinking about making Northstar your second home?  Check out these mountain homes that are for sale in Northstar here:

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For all of your Tahoe real estate needs –

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260  | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE, Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker, Tahoe City, CA CalRE#01908304

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

New Year’s Eve North Lake Tahoe – Truckee December 31 2018 

Thanksgiving Dining Options in North Lake Tahoe – 2017

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Thanksgiving Dining Options in North Lake Tahoe – 2017

Thanksgiving Dining Options in North Lake Tahoe - 2017Gobble, gobble, Thanksgiving Day is almost here.  If you’ll be in the North Lake Tahoe area for the upcoming holiday, here are some dining options in the North Lake Tahoe and Truckee area for this Thanksgiving Day – Thursday November 23, 2017.

I’m writing this blog post on Monday afternoon, just three days before the big event and if you still haven’t figured out what, or who will be cooking Thanksgiving Day Dinner, here are some dinning options if you’ll be here in the greater Tahoe City, or Truckee area this holiday weekend!

Most of our local grocery stores will be open for limited hours on Thanksgiving day, but as I think about making up a shopping list of items to buy , I have to think to myself, would reservations be a better way to go?

If you’re reading this post, you too may be in the same boat – so what are your Thanksgiving Day dinning options for 2017?

If you’re going to be here in the greater Lake Tahoe, California area for the upcoming Thanksgiving Day holiday and you haven’t made your dining plans, some of you top choices may already be sold out, so now is the time to pick up the phone and get those dinner reservations!

Here are some restaurant Thanksgiving Day dinner dining options for the greater North Lake Tahoe – 2017:

I’m sure there are more options, but these restaurants and the Community Thanksgiving event are great local choices, and are a good bet for a wonderful meal.

While it is possible that Craig and I could still stay at home and cook, there’s a very good chance we will be making Thanksgiving Day Dinner Reservations some where here in the North Lake Tahoe area too.

If you’re thinking about dining out this year you will need to call now to check on reservation availability and menu options and then go from there.  If you’re reading this, you might start thinking about Christmas Day dinner reservations now, as that day books up quickly too.

Lastly, remember if your first choice is gone, keep on dialing; someone is going to have room for you.

Have a safe and happy holiday!

Gobble, Gobble!  Dining options for Thanksgiving Day in North Lake Tahoe, California on Thursday, November 23, 2017!




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For all of your Tahoe real estate needs –

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260  | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE, Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker, Tahoe City, CA CalRE#01908304

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

Thanksgiving Dining Options in North Lake Tahoe – 2017

Tahoe City Fireworks July 4, 2015

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Tahoe City Fireworks July 4, 2015
Tahoe City Fireworks July 4, 2015

Looking for a way to celebrate the 4th of July in North Lake Tahoe?  

Check out the Annual Tahoe City Fireworks Show in downtown Tahoe City on Saturday, July 4th , 2015!

The 70th Annual Tahoe City 4th of July Fireworks event will take place at Commons Beach in Downtown Tahoe City, California.  starting at around noon with live music from DJ Chapin, Penney the Clown, Kip Yager, along with beach games and food vendors.  

This year the theme is Bell Bottom Beach Bash, so dig out those bell bottom jeans from the 70’s and have a little fun. In addition to fireworks at around 9:30 p.m. there will be games and contests at Commons Beach.  Food vendors will be on site, along with merchandise to celebrate the day. 

The fireworks display will take place over Lake Tahoe so you can watch from Commons Beach, a local restaurant, or bring your boat and watch the show on Lake Tahoe.   

If you can see the Tahoe City area from any location on Lake Tahoe, you’ll still have a good view of the fireworks display even if it is from a distance.  So if you’re not a fan of big crowds there are still a lot of ways to enjoy the Tahoe City Fireworks Event. 

Look for the fireworks barge off the shore in Downtown Tahoe City.  People will start grabbing a spot in Commons Beach early in the day, and the party will go until the last firework goes off! 

 Tahoe City Fireworks July 4, 2015You may not know that the Annual Tahoe City Fireworks Event is sponsored by a combination of private and business donation.  

When they pass the Fireman’s Boot around, remember with out your financial support and donations, this event can’t happen, so give generously!

Fireworks: Saturday, July 4, 2015, Dusk (around 9- 9:30 p.m.), Fireworks Commons Beach begins at dark, but activities and events will start as early as 12 noon on Saturday, so get there early and get your spot.

Don’t forget to bring your folding chairs, wear sunscreen, and a flashlight for after the event!  

If you’ll be here in the North Lake Tahoe area on Friday, July 3, 2015, don’t forget the Kings Beach Fireworks and Beach Party starting at 4 p.m. with Fireworks set to go off at 9:30 p.mDon’t forget to bring your folding chairs, wear sunscreen, and a flashlight for after the event!

Come out and celebrate our national holiday here in Lake Tahoe!

See you at the Tahoe City 4th of July Fireworks this Saturday in Downtown Tahoe City!  

Happy Birthday America!

Thinking about making Tahoe City, California your second home? Check out the homes that are for sale in Tahoe City here:

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For all of your Tahoe real estate needs –

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260  | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE, Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker, Tahoe City, CA CalRE#01908304

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

Tahoe City Fireworks July 4, 2015

Truckee 4th of July Parade – North Lake Tahoe 2015

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Truckee 4th of July Parade – North Lake Tahoe 2015

Truckee 4th of July Parade – North Lake Tahoe 2015As a kid growing up in a small rural town the 4th of July was a big deal.  For days we’d pester our parents to take us to the annual 4th of July parade.  Throw in a BBQ picnic, sometime at the swimming pool that afternoon (okay it was really a fresh water pond), and fireworks at the fairgrounds, and life as a child was pretty sweet! 

Later in life I’d get to march in that 4th of July Parade and to this day, I still remember the personal pride and excitement that I had to be part of that an annual local event that celebrated our freedom and our nation’s birthday.

If you’ll be in the greater North Lake Tahoe area and you’re looking for a 4th of July Parade to watch, you can enjoy this holiday tradition by watching the Truckee 4th of July Parade on Saturday, July 4, 2015 starting at 10 a.m. in Truckee, California.

Yes, this is all about leaving the big city behind, and it is the best celebration of what small town living in all about – pride, citizenship, and a sense of community, not to mention a lot of home-town fun! 

This may be corny, but there is a certain childhood delight that comes from watching our local Tahoe Parades.  It’s a step back in time when it was all about the people in the parade and what they have created. 

It’s all about placing your hand on your heart as American Flags march past you.  It’s about the sound of the local high school band, drill teams, and cheering for our men and women in their military dress uniforms. 

This years’ Truckee 4th of July Parade theme is “Live-Work-Play-Truckee” and with fifty (50) entries it should be a great event. 

The 4th of July Parade begins at the Truckee High School (11725 Donner Pass Road) and will travel down the Donner Pass Road ending in Downtown Truckee covering a 1.5 mile parade route.  

Get there early and pick out your spot along the parade route.  Temperatures will be in the 80’s so bring a camping chair, perhaps an umbrella, and a bottle of cold water.  I’m hoping I’ll find some delicious tasty treats to enjoy once I’m there, but this is what I’ll start with.

Here are the details:

Truckee 4th of July Parade – North Lake Tahoe 2015

Parade starts at 10 a.m. and will end at approximately 12 noon, Saturday, July 24, 2015

Parade Route 1.5 miles starting at the Truckee High School 11725 Donner Pass Road and ending in downtown Historic Truckee

Cost:  Admission Free

For more information on Truckee 4th of July Parade North Lake Tahoe 2015, or to see the order of parade entries click here.

If you live, or are staying in the Tahoe Donner area, check out the shuttle schedule, which will be running to accommodate guests

If you’ll be up here in the North Lake Tahoe – Truckee, California area this holiday weekend, try to see the Truckee 4th of July Parade.  Get there early, bring lawn chair, wear sunscreen, bring some water, and enjoy a good old-fashioned 4th of July weekend!

Have a safe and fun holiday weekend!

See you on at the Truckee 4th of July Parade on Saturday, July 4, 2015!

Thinking about making Truckee your second home?  Here are some popular area options:

For all of your Tahoe real estate needs –

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260  | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE, Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker, Tahoe City, CA CalRE#01908304

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

Truckee 4th of July Parade – North Lake Tahoe 2015