Lake Tahoe Events Calendar

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Calendar of Events

Lake Tahoe area calendar of concerts, festivals, fairs and sporting events.

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Here's an overview of the major events in the Lake Tahoe area. Each calendar entry includes the phone number to call for details and more information.

January: USASA Snowboard Races; Several races are held for amateur snowboarders throughout January in Kirkwood, with the winner eligible for competition in the national championships. A slalom race and slopestyle race occur in the days that follow. Call (530) 577-4760 for more information.; Sierra Stomp; Bring your snowshoes and follow your guide as you hike through the woods seeking a breathtaking summit view. Usually at the end of January. Call (209) 258-7248 for more information.; Far West Open Slalom; Visit Heavenly, during the first week in January, and watch skiers compete in the World Cup run, one of the series leading to participation in the Olympics. Call (800) 2-HEAVEN for more information.
February: JETs Series Half Pipe Competition; Call (209)258.7360 for information.; Mardi Gras; Cajun food, authentic Cajun music and traditional Mardi Gras festivities are featured at this annual festival held at the Sugar Bowl Resort in Norden. Call (530) 426-6721 for more information.; Ascent -- The Winter Party at Lake Tahoe; This eight-day gay and lesbian ski week packs in plenty of fun on and off the slopes with major entertainers and awesome snow at assorted resorts. Call (866) 263-4167 for more information.; Valentine Sweetheart Race; On February 14, bring your sweetheart to Heavenly to compete on the slopes for a diamond pendant and other prizes. Call (800) 2-HEAVEN for more information.; Chevy Trucks Family Fest; During mid to late February, bring the family to Sierra-at-Tahoe for a day of live music, fun and games, and have a look at the latest models of Chevy trucks. Call (530) 659-7453 for more information.; Police Winter Games; During the last week in February, police officers and their families from around the country come to Heavenly to compete in a variety of skiing events and other games. Call (800) 2-HEAVEN for more information.; Sled Dog Race, Snowshoe Race, Irish Music and Feast CALIFORNIA GOLD MUSH!; During the last week in February in Portola: California Gold Mush Sled Dog & Snowshoe Races Fourteen Angels Foundation, Inc. phone for info: 530-218-6896
March: Lake Tahoe Gay and Lesbian Winterfest; In South Lake Tahoe, during the first week in March, enjoy a week of skiing and entertainment. Call (877) 777-4950 for more information.; St. Patrick’s Day Race; Wear the green and come to Heavenly on St. Patrick’s Day to compete for prizes in the Irish obstacle course while listening to old rock and roll music. Call (800) 2-HEAVEN for more information.; St. Patrick’s Day at Red's 395 in Carson City; The best St. Patrick's Day celebration in the entire Lake Tahoe area is just off the hill in Carson City at Red's 395. Wear the green at Red's! The World Famous Red's Old 395 Grill is Carson City's home for great food, unparalleled atmosphere and fun! Try a tasty rack of BBQ ribs from our gigantic smokers or one of our delicious hand cut steaks, crisp salads or famous whole Buffalo wings! Call for details Red's Old 395 Grill is located in Carson City at: 1055 S. Carson St., Carson City, NV 89701 Phone: (775) 887-0395 or visit Red's 395 Web site.; Kings Beach Snow Festival Parade; Downtown Kings Beach on Highway 28 in North Lake Tahoe comes alive with an hour-long parade around noon during the 10-day Tahoe Snow Festival, also featuring events in various communities from the Rotary Ski Challenge to the Kiwanis Spaghetti Feed. Call (530) 546-9000 for more information.; Torchlight Parade and Fireworks; Mid-March in Kirkland, descend the mountain in a parade of skiers with torches, followed by a spectacular fireworks display. Call (209) 258-6000 for more information.
April: Dummy Gelande; Enjoy the show in Heavenly, early to mid-April, as dummies on skis are sent flying in a competition by their owners for prizes. Call (800) 2-HEAVEN for more information.; Superpark Sundays; Every Sunday in Kirkwood’s Superpark is filled with a variety of competitions for the whole family. Call (209) 258-6000 for more information.; Easter Egg Hunt; On Easter weekend, in Heavenly, children can attend ski school and hunt for prizes in the Enchanted Forest, while adults search the mountainsides for theirs. Call (800) 2-HEAVEN for more information.
May: Cinco de Mayo; Reno opens its downtown area to food and craft booths, and a variety of Mexican-themed events and entertainment during the first week in May. Call (775) 825-1727 for more information.; Annual Highway 50 Wagon Train; Historical Reenactment of the Great Western Migration. Take a step back through time. Relive the adventures and rigors of the early pioneers as they traveled west. The Highway 50 Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to horse and wagon enthusiasts, and the historical reenactment of the Great Western Migration. For details, call: (530) 644-3761; Free Fishing Day at Sawmill Pond; At Sawmill Pond in South Lake Tahoe. Today, kids 14 years and younger fish free. Prizes and goodies for all the kids. Fishing gear and bait provided. Sponsored by the Optimist Club South Lake Tahoe and Raley's Market. Phone: (530) 541-4700; Wine and Gourmet Food Tasting; In mid-May, the Edgewood Golf Clubhouse in Heavenly sponsors an evening fundraiser for the Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation, with refreshments provided by local restaurants. Call (530) 541-7354 for more information.; Reno River Festival; Truckee River Whitewater Park in downtown Reno is the site for Reno River Festival, with a growing roster of events, exhibitors, activities and competitions, including kayak professionals and amateur athletes. Call (800) FOR-RENO for more information.; Barton Hospital Annual Health Fair; Towards the end of May, Harrah’s Convention Center in Stateline hosts an annual exposition of exhibits and a variety of speakers on health related topics. Call (530) 542-3000 for more information.; Valhalla Renaissance Faire; In South Lake Tahoe, the Valhalla Renaissance Faire takes fairgoers to the countryside of late-1500s England, with peasants, merchants, barbarians, soldiers, lords and ladies in Elizabethan costume. Call Renaissance Productsions at (415) 354-1773 for more information. (Be sure to call ahead. This event can sometimes change its dates from year to year.)

June: Wine Tasting & Restaurant Faire; Early in June, Soroptimist International of Truckee Donner hosts a festival where local restaurants and wineries offer samples of their best, and visitors can enjoy live music, a silent auction, souvenir glasses and more, at the Coyote Moon Golf Course in Truckee. Call (530) 414-4028 for more information.; Minden Rotary Hot Air Balloon Race; The sky over Carson Valley is filled with color in this annual competition, held during the second week in June, at Garnderville. Call (775) 782-7987 for more information.; Breeder’s Invitational; During the first half of June, the Reno Livestock Events Center hosts its annual exposition of prize horses, Western products and a variety of workshops. Call (775) 329-4200 for more information.; El Dorado County Fair; In mid-June, enjoy the annual exposition of local produce and prize-winning livestock at Placerville. Call (530) 621-5860 for more information.
July: Lake Tahoe Festival of Fine Arts; The Tahoe Arts Project sponsors this fundraiser of food, art and entertainment in South Lake Tahoe during the first week in July, with something for everyone in the family. Call (530) 542-3632 for more information.; Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival; From mid-July through mid-August, enjoy a variety of Shakespeare plays on the outdoor stage at Sand Harbor. Call (800) 747 4697 for more information.; Kings Beach Fine Arts Festival; The Kings Beach Fine Arts Festival kicks off at Kings Beach State Park capturing imaginations with one- and few-of-a-kind collectibles including watercolor and oil paintings, glasswork, sculptures, photography, home decor and more. Call (530) 546-9000 for more information.; Homewood Fine Arts and Crafts Festival; Homewood gets artsy at the Fine Arts and Crafts Festival at Homewood Mountain Resort southwest of Tahoe City. Some 50 highly-skilled artists display watercolor and oil paintings, functional quilts, glasswork, sculptures, photography and more. Call (530) 525-2992 for more information.; Lake Tahoe Music Festival; Stretching into August, the Lake Tahoe Music Festival presents outdoor concerts around North Shore Lake Tahoe at a variety of locations including Donner Lake and Squaw Valley. Music ranges from classical orchestra to bluegrass, jazz, country, pop, and Broadway. Call (530) 581-1184 for more information.
August: Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival; From mid-July through mid-August, enjoy a variety of Shakespeare plays on the outdoor stage at Sand Harbor. Call (800) 747 4697 for more information.; Nevada State Fair; The Reno Livestock Events Center hosts the annual State Fair towards the end of August. Call (775) 688-5767 for more information; Labor Day Weekend; Fireworks, food, live entertainment and activities for the whole family highlight this annual celebration along the south shore of Lake Tahoe, late August-early September. Call (800) AT-TAHOE for more information.; Tahoe Reno International Film Festival; Some of the world's finest independent movies unfold at assorted venues on the shores of Lake Tahoe. Call (775) 298-0018 for more information.; Homewood Fine Arts and Crafts Festival; In mid-August, for more than three decades the Homewood Fine Arts and Crafts Festival, Lake Tahoe's oldest show of its kind, invites families to the Homewood Mountain Resort to browse, buy and barter with professional artists for oil paintings, photography from far-off places, ceramics, whimsical jewelry, and more. Call (530) 525-2992 for more information.; Kings Beach Fine Arts Festival; Towards the end of August, the Kings Beach Fine Arts Festival at Kings Beach State Park features 40 professional artists displaying collages, oil paintings, glasswork, sculptures, stunning vessels and more. Call (530) 546-9000 for more information.
September: Mumbo Gumbo Concert on the Grass at Squaw Valley; Early in September, the Mumbo Gumbo concert is presented on the lawn behind the Funitel, featuring a BBQ, beer and wine garden, and a raffle for prizes, to benefit the Tahoe Forest Hospital Foundation. Call (530) 583-6985 for more information.; Great Reno Balloon Race; During the first week in September, Fall is ushered in with a hot-air balloon competition for the skies of Rancho San Rafael Park. Call (775) 826-1181 for more information.; Trails and Vistas; In early to mid-September, Trails and Vistas offers a special hiking experience in the Sierra Meadow around Lake Tahoe that includes an exploration of installation art, dance, poetry and music. Call (530) 550-8262 for more information.; National Championship Air Races and Air Show; In mid-September, Reno Stead Field hosts classes in air racing and an exhibition by the U.S. Air Force Flight Demonstration Squadron, organized by the Reno Air Racing Association. Call (775) 972-6663 for more information.; Tahoe Big Blue Adventure Race; In mid-September, mountain biking, kayaking and high rope skills are highlighted in a variety of competitions, sponsored by the North Lake Tahoe Resort Association. Call (888) 434-1262 for more information.; Art Bark Fest; Art Bark Fest, an animal art, wine and music festival showcasing more than 40 fine arts booths, attracts canine enthusiasts from throughout the Reno, Tahoe and Bay areas. Proceeds benefit the Tahoe-Truckee Humane Society Pet Network. Call (530) 583-9247 for more information.; Lake Tahoe Best of the Beach; MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa provides backdrop for world-class beach volleyball action amid beach party atmosphere. Call (310) 426-8000 for more information.
October: Oktoberfest at Camp Richardson; In the beginning of October, Camp Richardson Resort hosts German food, beer, children’s games, hay rides, arts and crafts booths and live German music. Call for information – (877) 217-7407; Kokanee Salmon Festival; Marvel at the Fall colors along Taylor Creek, watch the spawning run and enjoy the refreshments and variety of amusements for the whole family at this annual event, during the first week in October. Call (530) 573-2674 for more information; Lake Tahoe Marathon; In mid-October during Race Week, participate in this four-mile running marathon along the west shore of Lake Tahoe. Call (734) 998-0007 for more information.; Mutt Strut Poker Run; The Animal Coalition of Tahoe (ACT) presents the Mutt Strut Poker Run at Lakeview Sports, 3131 Harrison Avenue at Lake Tahoe Boulevard, across from Sprouts, with prizes for friendly dogs and their owners. Call (530) 222-9183 for more information.; Nevada Day; At the end of October, it seems like all of Nevada gets out into the streets to celebrate Nevada statehood in Carson City with a parade, carnival, food and craft booths, music and art shows, a beard contest, live music and other festivities. This is a very fun event! Call (866) NVDAY4U for more information.
November: Valhalla Holiday Faire; Enjoy a full weekend of music and arts and craft faire featuring Lake Tahoe's finest crafters, artisans, photographers and sellers of gourmet foods in the Valhalla Grand Hall. Featuring traditional Christmas music by Gairin in Victorian attire with traditional instruments, children's choirs, bell choirs and more traditional entertainment throughout the day. Call (530) 541-4975 for more information. Valhalla Holiday Faire on Youtube...; Annual Chocolate Festival; Sample delicious chocolate desserts prepared by Lake Tahoe's most talented chefs. The festivities include wine tasting and entertainment. All proceeds benefit the Tahoe Women's Services. Call (530) 298-0010 for more information.; Thanksgiving Jazz Festival; Start off your holiday season listening to music at this Jazz Festival held at the Hyatt Regency. Call (800) 468-2463 for more information.
December: Valhalla Holiday Gala; Enjoy an evening of dancing, gourmet fare and champagne at this regional annual event, held at the Valhalla Grand Hall near South Lake Tahoe. Call (530) 541-4975 for more information.; Holly Art - Festival of Trees; Come out and see how local artists decorate a tree at this Festival of Trees. Browse this annual fine arts and crafts event featuring handmade gifts and holiday items, held at North Tahoe Arts Center, Tahoe City. Call (530) 581-2787 for more information.; Full Moon Guided Ski/Snowshoe Tours; Beginning in December and extending through March, on Saturdays closest to a full moon, enjoy the magic as the Kirkwood Cross Country staff conducts ski and snowshoe tours of the area by moonlight. Call (209) 258-7248 for more information.