SnowFest 2024 – North Lake Tahoe

SnowFest 2023 - North Lake Tahoe

It’s that time of year! Get ready for the Annual SnowFest 2024 North Lake Tahoe Snow Festival !

This year SnowFest 2024 will start on Thursday, February 29, 2024, and end on Sunday, March 10, 2024.

Ten days of winter fun in the North Lake Tahoe area!

Snow festival event planners and volunteers work all year long to make this winter experience one of the very best!

While I struggle to believe that another year has zipped by, it’s even harder to believe that this is the 42 Annual Event!

Yes, this event has been around since the spring of 1982 and is still going strong over forty-two years later in 2024!

While the North Lake Tahoe SnowFest event has become one of the largest winter carnival events in the western United States I think one of its best features is how they combine fun events and activies with local fund-raisers for our organizations that do so much for our community.

Tahoe City Fireworks

I am a big fan of this local North Lake Tahoe – Truckee, California event, and I hope you get the chance to come up and enjoy some local Tahoe fun too!

In my opinion, and I know I’m not impartial on this one, but I believe this is the very best of small-town living!

I also think this is why the North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area is a top second home market and visitor destination!

If you haven’t been to any of the North Lake Tahoe Snowfest events in the past, now is the time to make plans to be here!

SnowFest 2024 – North Lake Tahoe Festival Event Schedule (events can change check here for the most updated schedule):

Buy Tickets to the different events here!

Thursday, February 29, 2024

3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Tahoe Boho- Build your own Snowfest Pennant- benefitting NTHS Graduation Fund Tahoe Boho Studio – Boat Works Mall, 760 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA 96145
Make a SNOWFEST PENNANT (or any design you choose) Cost: is $25 (with $15/person going to NTHS Senior Graduation). All Materials included to make your pennant. n Space is limited, so please reserve your seat at the Table…TAHOEBOHO.COM Additional DATES: Thur 3/2, Fri 3/3, Sat 3/4, Thur 3/9, Fri 3/10, Sat 3/11 (Time for all events 3:00-5:30pm)
5:00 p.m. – 10 p.m. Opening Ceremonies & Queen Coronation at Gar Wood’s in Carnelian Bay, CA (5000 North Lake Blvd., Carnelian Bay, CA) Cost: Pre-Sale Tickets are $50 per person, or $60 at the door gets you in. Your ticket includes: Food, Wet Woodys, Wine, Beer, and collector edition beads. Live music by the Blues Monsters!

Friday, March 1, 2024

Snowfest Fireworks over Tahoe City Golf Course

5 p.m. – 8 p.m. SnowFest Fireworks Spectacular 2024 – Tahoe City Golf Course, 251 North Lake Blvd., Downtown Tahoe City – Fireworks starting at approximately 7 p.m. – Live music begins at 5:30 p.m. with the Nomads, Food and drinks are available at Cafe Zeon and the Big Blue BBQ Truck for purchase. It’ll be a fun evening outdoors!

Old Fire Truck in a past SnowFest Parade

Saturday, March 2, 2024

7 a.m. – 11 a.m. North Tahoe Firefighters Association (NTFFA) Pancake Breakfast – Tahoe City – Tahoe City Fire Station at 222 Fairway Drive, Tahoe City, CA –
- Cost: Pancake Breakfast $10 per adult $5 per child (kids under 12) NT Fire merchandise is also for sale.
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Tahoe City SnowFest Parade – downtown Tahoe City, CA – Free. The parade starts at the Tahoe Lake School Parking Lot and will head west to Hwy 89 south. Vendors will be at the Penny Bear Park with Snowfest Merchandise!

Parade Day Tips –

Get to the parade early (around 11 a.m. or earlier) as parking and access to the downtown area becomes a challenge the closer it gets to the starting parade time.
Make sure your cell phone or your camera has a full charge.
Bring folding chairs. There is no seating, so bring your own chair, or be prepared to stand through-out the event
Dress in layers. It may be sunny and warm, cold and windy, or snowing. Be prepared for all conditions.
If you’re bringing Fido, be sure to have them on a leash and bring a bag to pick up after them!

12:00 p.m. noon – 4 p.m. | Post-Parade Party Pete ‘n Peters 395 North Lake Blvd. downtown Tahoe City, CA

12 noon – 4 p.m. 35th Annual Gar Woods Polar Bear Swim, Gar Woods (5000 North Lake Blvd., Carnelian Bay, CA.) Swimmer registration begins prior to the race. Racing will begin after the Tahoe City parade so you will time time to do both. Call 530-546-3366 for more information on the race. Must be 18+ or older to race. Watch swimmers swim out to the buoys (about 250 yards) in 39-degree water. Watch from the restaurant, deck, beach, or pier. So much fun to watch these brave swimmers!
12:30 p.m. noon – 7 p.m. 5th Annual Haus Snowfest Brewfest – Tahoe Art Haus & The Tahoe Tap House Brewfest and Block Party – Benefiting Shane McConkey Foundation 495 North Lake Blvd., downtown Tahoe City, CA. Tahoe Tap House and the Cobblestone Center. Cost: Admission to the show is FREE... All Ages, however to participate in the beer consumption you will need to purchase a cup + drink tokens to participate in Brewfest. Must be 21+ to buy a cup for Brewfest. Food and other beverages are priced per the vendor at the time of sale
- Laser Light Show after dark. Stick around for a laser light show after dark. Food and Bev vendors all day and of course.
- All proceeds to benefit Shane McConkey Foundation.
1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Poppy’s “brain freeze” ice cream eating contest – Fairway Community Center, 331 Fairway Drive, Tahoe City, CA 96145 Cost: Penguins- ages 4 to 9 $4 entry fee; Polar Bears – ages 10-15 $6 entry fee; Yeti- ages 16 and up! $8 entry fee

1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Moe’s BBQ – TCNS- Winter Party and Fund Raiser 700 North Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA – Fund Raiser for TCNS (Tahoe City Nursery School ) This year at Moe’s BBQ. Winter party and fund raiser. They will have a silent auction buffet lunch and music by Head to Toe.
2 p.m. – 5 p.m. North Lake Tahoe Arts- Create Your Masterpiece | North Tahoe Arts, 380 North Lake Blvd., Tahoe City, CA 96145 | Participants of all ages are invited to paint, sketch, color, and draw trees. This art activity will inspire each participant to enjoy art materials while creating their own masterpiece to take home and hang on the fridge. We supply the art materials, and you get to have all the fun!!!

Sunday, March 5, 2023

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Great Ski Race | Tahoe City XC Center, 925 Country Club Dr, Tahoe City, CA This race started in 1977 and is one of the largest cross-country ski races west of the Mississippi! The race starts at the Tahoe City Nordic Cross-County Ski Center in Tahoe City and will finish at the Tahoe XC center. The race is 26 kilometers (for those that struggle with the metric system that is 16.1557 miles).
It is a fundraiser for the Tahoe Nordic Search and Rescue a non-profit, all volunteer organization. More race details can be found here. www.TheGreatSkiRace.com
11 a.m. – 12 noon The Dog Pull hosted by Alpine Power Equipment benefitig Palisades Avalanche Dogs| Held at Pete ‘n Peters 395 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA. Cost: There is an entry fee for each dog. On the Tahoe City winter sport park (3rd Fairwau of the golf course, directly behind Pete n Peter’s.
12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Snowshoe Tahoe – Introduction to wonders and simplicity of snowshoeing 2456 River Road, Tahoe City, CA Participants will be treated to an introduction to the wonders of snowshoeing in North Lake Tahoe. Our guides will offer an introductory experience to the snowshoe equipment, the benefits of snowshoeing, techniques and local knowledge. All while leading participants out for a 2 hour hike on our private trail networks. Snowshoes and poles included. Tours available daily from March 3rd Through March 10th, 2024.
4 p.m. – 8:00 p. m. Sunnyside’s Hawaiian Luau – Sunnyside Resort, 1850 West Lake Blvd., Tahoe City, CA. Cost: Prices depend on food and beverage items ordered. Wear your Hawaiian outfits and come out and enjoy Hawaiian-inspired cuisine and cocktail menu. Nothing feels like SnowFest than wearing Hawaiian shirts and shorts while sipping on beach-inspired drinks while the snowflakes fall outside! Bring on the winter fun!

Monday, March 4, 2024

5 p.m. – 10 p.m. Snowfest Poker Tournament – Tahoe National Brewing Co. (new event) | 850 North Lake Blvd., #21 – The Light house Center, Tahoe City, CA 96145 | Be crowned the first SNOWFEST Poker Champion. $200 buy in food, drinks and prizes. Proceeds to benefit Sierra State Parks Foundation
5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Za’s 9th Annual Clam Bake! benefiting N. Lake Tahoe Snowfest | Za’s Lakefront, 120 Grove St, Tahoe City, CA 96145 Cost: $30 per plate includes – 1 lbs steamed clams, 1/2 chicken, corn and potatoes. Purchase tickets directly through Za’s. Enjoy Za’s Traditional Clambake and the best views on the lake in Tahoe City, CA.
7 p.m. – 11 p.m. Milk Jug Curling – Tahoe City Winter Sports Park (Golf Course), 251 North Lake Blvd., Downtown Tahoe City (Downtown Tahoe City) Teams of 4 compete against each other with colored frozen milk jugs. Entry fee. Hosted by Lake Tahoe Ski Club Foundation and Tahoe City PUD.
Event Description: Curling on the Tahoe City ice rink – teams of 4 compete to see who can slide their milk jugs across the ice to a target to gain points.

Cost: Tickets must be purchased online for each team.
Please join us for the finals and a party for all located at Tahoe City Winter Sports Park & Cafe Zenon. (No tickets required for Friday)

Tuesday, March 5, 2024

5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Tahoe Wine Collective-“Wine & Art ” – 760 North Lake Boulevard Suite 1, Tahoe City, CA Benefiting (tbd) Stop by the Tahoe WIne Collective for more information/tickets.
7 p.m. – 11 p.m. Pete ‘N Peter’s Bar Game Olympics – Pete ‘N Peter’s 395 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA, age 21+, Entry Fee, downtown Tahoe City, CA. This event is limited. Sign up early at Pete and Peters (only sign up at Pete and Peter’sas space is limited 530-583-2400 Teams play a combo of bar games from pool, shuffleboard to darts.

Wednesday, March 6, 2024

10 a.m. – 12 noon Tahoe Lake’s 4th/5th Grade Field Trip Day – Tahoe City Winter Sports Park (Golf Course), 251 North Lake Blvd., Downtown Tahoe City
4 p.m. – 10 p.m. Shadyside Lounge (next to the West Shore Market) 5th Annual Cornhole Tournament benefiting the Boys and Girls Club North Lake Tahoe | Location to be determined. 1780 West Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA One Day Event – Cost $100 per team. Sixteen (16) teams of Two (2 )people will compete in a double elimination bracket tournament. 1 day only tournament starts at 4:00pm SHARP! Tickets: $100 per team with the winning team getting $400 + swag Buy Tickts
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Rosie’s Bingo Night – Rosie’s Café, downtown Tahoe City, CA Must be 21+ Call for cost. Black Out Bingo is back! Try to fill your card for drinks and prizes.
7 p.m. – 11 p.m. Day 2 Milk Jug Curling – Tahoe City Winter Sports Park (Golf Course), 251 North Lake Blvd., Downtown Tahoe City (Downtown Tahoe City) Entry fee. Hosted by the Lake Tahoe Ski Club and TCPUD.

Thursday, March 7, 2024

4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Tahoe Tap Haus 1st Annual Hot Wing Contest | Tahoe Tap Haus, 475 North Lake Blvd., (Cobblestone Center) Tahoe City, CA 96145
5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Not Only a Visitor’s Center – We’re a New Discovery Center Too | 100 North Lake Blvd., Tahoe City, CA 96145 Explore, engage and experience Lake Tahoe in a whole new way. Interact with our new UC Davis TERC ( Tahoe Environmental Research Center ) Exhibits: watch Lake Tahoe being formed in our theater, experience making your own watershed out of sand and engage in finding out why plastics harm our environment and beaches. FREE, family friendly.
6:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. Snowfest PROM NIGHT!!! Sponsored by PCV Painting -benefiting tbe Humane Society of Truckee -Tahoe Tahoe City Winter Sports Park (Golf Course), 251 North Lake Blvd., Downtown Tahoe City PROM for all – for any of you that missed your senior prom or would like a do-over. Come on out to the Tahoe City Wintersports Park to relive your “Glory Days”. Dance, and skate the night away!Prom Attire prefered -Punch, Dancing and Ice skating. Tickets $25 per person

Friday, March 8, 2024

12 noon – 7:00 p.m. Wine N Ice Competition Hosted by Alibi Ale Works 10069 Bridge Street Truckee, CA 96161 Cost for wine or Beer/Beverages will depend on what you select to purchase. Watch as professionals and amateurs take to the chainsaws to create unique and creative ice sculptures. Fund raising event with Truckee River Watershed Council.
5 p.m. – 9 p.m. BridgeTender Fat Friday Cajun Cookout benefiting Chris Park Scholarship Fund Bridgetender 65 West Lake Blvd., Tahoe City – This event sells out every year, so get there early! Cost $30/plate Bridgetender Fat Friday Cajun Cookout. Outside dining available. House Jambalaya, smoked pulled pork sliders and grilled shrimp.
5 p.m. -10 p.m. Jake’s on the Lake, Snowfest So Fresh North Tahoe Search and Rescue Jake’s on the Lake, Tahoe City, 780 N. Lake Blvd. Tahoe City, CA “SNOWFEST SO FRESH” Live Music and Sushi!! Cost” Depends on what food and beverages you order. . Handrolls, sashimi, and Japanizes inspired tapas.Featuring: Handrolls, sashimi, and Japanizes inspired tapas. MUSIC -Jeff Conner & The Conner Party Band
7 p.m. – 11 p.m. Milk Jug Curling Finals Day 3 – Tahoe City Winter Sports Park (Golf Course), 251 North Lake Blvd., Downtown Tahoe City (Downtown Tahoe City)
*Please join us for the finals and a party for all located at Tahoe City Winter Sports Park & Cafe Zenon. (No tickets required for Friday)
9 p.m. – 11 p.m. Tahoe National Brewing Co. Presents Coburn Station | 850 North Lake Blvd., Unit 21 (Lighthouse Center), Tahoe City, CA 96145 Come Join us and rock out $10 Donations at the Door- benefiting AARF (Alpine Avalanche Rescue Foundation ) our local avalanche dogs and their trainers +

Saturday, March 9, 2024

Stack of Golden Brown Pancakes

8 a.m. – 11 a.m. North Tahoe Public Utility District (NTPUD) Pancake Breakfast – 8318 North Lake Blvd., Kings Beach, CA | North Lake Tahoe Event Center, downtown Kings Beach, CA. Cost: $10 adults $5 Kids Tickets available at the door. The North Tahoe Public Utility District is proud to host the annual Kings Beach Pancake Breakfast before the Kings Beach parade.
9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. (tee times) 5th Annual Alaskan Open Snow Golf Tournament benefiting Gateway Mountain Center- Tahoe City Golf Course 251 North Lake Blvd., Downtown Tahoe City(Downtown Tahoe City) Cost: $50 per player – teams of 5. The tournament is a nine hole scramble best ball format with teams of 5 players. Snow golf is played with a tennis ball and each player is allowed three clubs (bring your own clubs & tennis balls). Skis or snowshoes are welcome but not required. Outrageous Caddyshack/Hot Dog the Movie inspired golf attire is encouraged. Food and drinks available at Cafe Zenon. This event will sell out, sign up in advance.
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Wintery Fun @ Sugarpine Point State Park | 7360 W Lake Blvd., Tahoma, CA 96142 They will have a snowman building contest, FREE cross country skiing and snowshoe hikes, snow science exhibit, crafts, and HOT CHOCOLATE!!!! Charge for parking.
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. SnowFest Kings Beach Parade, downtown Kings Beach, CA The parade will move along Hwy 28 in downtown Kings Beach! Over 30+ local businesses and non-profit groups will have parade entries.

Parade Float

Parade Day Tips – Get to the parade early (around 11 a.m. or earlier) as parking and access to the downtown area becomes harder the closer it gets to parade time. Make sure your cell phone or camera has a full charge. Bring folding chairs, dress in layers, and wear sunscreen so you’ll enjoy the event!

12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Snowball Drop Draw | Backyard Tahoe- King Beach, 8428 Trout Ave, Kings Beach, CA 96143
12:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tahoe Backyard present KB Parade After-Party & Key Rolling Races | 8438 Trout Avenue, Kings Beach, CA 96143 | After the Kings Beach Parade don’t forget the 2nd annual keg rolling races! Bring a partner to participate in an outdoor keg rolling obstacle course – snow, slush, or shine. Costumes will be given bonus points. Kids are also welcome to participate. Sign-up to race on-site at Tahoe Backyard before the races begin. Prizes will be awarded for the fastest keg rollers!

Sunday, March 10, 2024

Don’t forget this is a time change day – Spring Forward one hour, so make sure your clock is showing the right time today!
1 p.m. – 2 p.m. I-Did-A-Run Dog Race Benefit for the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe at Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort – 11603 Snowpeak Way, Truckee, CA in Tahoe Donner, Truckee, CA – Entry Fee. Dogs of all shapes and sizes compete in this entertaining, timed dog pull race which raises money for the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe. About this event: Dogs of all breeds and sizes compete against the clock, pulling sleds over a snow-covered course across four weight divisions; 0-25 pounds, 26-50 pounds, 51-75 pounds, and “heavy weight” at 75 pounds and over. Prizes are awarded to the fastest competitor in each division with a trophy for the overall winner.

The entry fee is $25 per dog and includes a goody bag for the competing pooch. Check in begins at 12:30 and the races begin at 1:00 PM

ENTER YOUR DOG

For more information, email Ali Kovach at akovach@tahoedonner.com or call 530-587-9424.
12 noon – 4 p.m. RIVER RANCH Snow Sculpture Contest SNOWFEST Closing Ceremonies!
– River Ranch, Hwy 89 South at the entrance to Alpine Meadows, CA Entry Fee for sculpture contest. Prices for Food/Beverage will vary at the event.

Get ready to have a lot of fun regardless of the weather conditions. Have some fun, make some memories, come to Lake Tahoe!

To check for updates, or more information on events check out the SnowFest 2024 schedule here, or better yet plan to be here in Lake Tahoe and have some winter fun!

See you at some of the SnowFest 2024 – North Lake Tahoe Snow Festival events this year!

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SnowFest 2024 – North Lake Tahoe