2026 Tahoe SNOWFEST
Event Schedule
February 26-March 8, 2026
Welcome to the official North Lake Tahoe SNOWFEST events calendar!
Each spring, our mountain community comes together to celebrate winter and all things Tahoe with ten days of parties, live music, outdoor adventures, and family-friendly fun. Events are held in Tahoe City, Kings Beach, Olympic Valley, Truckee, Incline Village and Homewood.
From the Tahoe City Street Faire and fireworks to brewfests, contests, and fundraisers that support local nonprofits, SNOWFEST brings locals and visitors together in true Tahoe style. Explore the full schedule below and join us for one of the most beloved winter celebrations in the Sierra.
Plan your SNOWFEST with Tahoe hotel discounts, restaurants and Tahoe’s best live music.
Events subject to change.
Featured Sponsors
Gar Woods Kick-Off Party & SNOWFEST Scholarship Candidate Introductions with the Blues Monsters
Put on your dancing shoes for a raging party at Garwood's that kicks off Tahoe SNOWFEST! Kenall Naughton and The Blues Monstors rock The Best Blues in Lake Tahoe! Meet and support the 2025 SNOWFEST Scholarship Contest Candidates.
Tahoe SNOWFEST Opening Party, 5:00-10:00pm Garwoods Grill & Pier
Buy Tickets $50 Advance/$60 Door. Tickets include: Food, Music, Wet Woodies, Beer, Wine and collector edition SNOWFEST beads. Proceeds benefit SNOWFEST Scholarship Contest.
Le Chamois Valley Thowback Party
Snowfest returns to The Valley for the 75th anniversary of the ski area. DJ, drinks and food at the legendary Le Chamois and Loft Bar. Wear your finest Le Chamois throwback valley ski outfit and party like its 1982 (founding year of SNOWFEST)!
2:00-5:00pm
This is a FREE Snowfest Event. Support SNOWFEST with the purchase of a on-of-a-kind Le Chamois/SNOWFEST T-Shirt
Nordic Nights - Cross-country Skiing in the North Tahoe Regional Park
Wax up your skis and join us for night skiing, dancing, races, and a fun family party in the North Tahoe Regional Park! AC
No skis? No problem! FREE Demos available to learn how to stride and glide. Come enjoy the park under the night sky.
NEW Snowfest event with LIVE LOCAL DJ! FREE skate ski and classic ski demos provided by Tahoe Multi-Sport. Hot cocoa and fires for roasting marshmallows.
All are welcome to ski, hang out with family and friends, or dance the night away!
Register to race in the Birdie Loop Relay team event or the individual time trial event!
Event is weather and snow conditions dependent.
Dogs on leash welcome.
SNOWFEST Fireworks w/ the NOMADS
Tahoe’s Classic Rock Super Group! Rocking North Tahoe’s only Firework Display. Food and drinks provided by Cafe Zenon.
6:00-8:00pm
This is a free SNOWFEST event. Make a Donation to support our fireworks.
SNOWFEST Fireworks Afterparty at Sierra Surf Club
Celebrate after Tahoe’s winter fireworks at Sierra Surf Club in Tahoe City. Just steps from the show with live music, great food, and drink specials.
North Tahoe Firefighters Assoc. PANCAKE BREAKFAST
North Tahoe Firefighters Assoc. PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Rosie’s Café Street Faire Pre-Party
Kick off your SNOWFEST day the right way at the Rosie’s Café Tahoe City Street Faire Pre-Party! Before the streets fill with music, costumes, and celebration, stop by Rosie’s for a festive morning gathering featuring a Tahoe’s best Bloody Mary, great food, and unbeatable SNOWFEST vibes.
Located in the heart of Tahoe City, Rosie’s offers the perfect starting point for a fun-filled SnowFest day Whether you’re fueling up before the Street Faire, meeting friends, or just soaking in the excitement. Enjoy delicious comfort food, creative cocktails, and a lively atmosphere that sets the tone for a full day of winter fun.
Grab a seat, raise a glass, and toast to SnowFest before heading out to enjoy all the action Tahoe City has to offer!
Poppy's "brain freeze" ice cream eating contest
Poppy's "brain freeze" ice cream eating contest
Tahoe City SNOWFEST Street Faire (former Parade)
Tahoe City Street Faire (former parade)
Haus SNOWFEST Brewfest
Tahoe Art Haus & Tahoe Tap Haus Brew Fest. Edna the Elephant Art Car and her schedule of DJ’s (Megan Hamilton, Jonny Wild, Rambo Party, Bridges and Marta) bring the ultimate Tahoe City dance party. Beer from 10 local breweries & Wine available from Tahoe Tap Haus.
12:00pm-7:00pm
This is a free SNOWFEST event. Make a Donation to support our SNOWFEST.
The Great Ski Race - Hosted by Tahoe XC Center
The Great Ski Race - Hosted by Tahoe XC Center
Tahoe City Dog Pull Hosted by Alpine Power Equip, benefiting Palisades Avalanche Dogs
Tahoe City Dog Pull Hosted by Alpine Power Equip, benefiting Palisades Avalanche Dogs
Snowfest Alibi Ale Works Trivia Night- Truckee Baseball Foundation
Snowfest Alibi Ale Works Trivia Night- Truckee Baseball Foundation
Sunnyside Luau-Benefiting Sierra Community House
Sunnyside Luau-Proceeds to Benefit Sierra Community House
Milk Jug Curling Monday Qualifying - DAY 1- Hosted by Lake Tahoe Ski Club Foundation and Tahoe City PUD
Milk Jug Curling Monday Qualifying - DAY 1- Hosted by Lake Tahoe Ski Club Foundation and Tahoe City PUD
Tahoe Youth Figure Skating Recital
Celebrate the next generation of Tahoe skaters as the Tahoe City Youth Figure Skaters take the rink for a charming winter recital. These young athletes from our local ice rink have been training hard all season, and they’re ready to twirl, glide and dazzle the SnowFest crowd. Bring the whole family and cheer on our hometown skaters as they shine under the lights.
Palisades Tahoe Town Race League Series & Mardi Gras - SNOWFEST Opener
Celebrate the kickoff of the 2026 Town Race League on Wednesday, March 4 with a Mardi Gras themed night of racing, costumes, and community fun. Skiers and snowboarders of all levels are welcome to join this weekly series, running every Wednesday through April 8. Each week features a new theme, and the best-dressed racer wins a prize!
Paint Your Pet – A Charlie’s Love Event
Celebrate SnowFest with a paws-itively unforgettable night of art, wine, music, and furry friends! Join Charlie’s Love, a local North Tahoe nonprofit, for Paint Your Pet, a cozy winter paint-and-sip experience that brings the community together for a great cause.
Bring a photo of your beloved pet (or choose inspiration on-site!) and enjoy guided painting while sipping wine from The Wine Collective. A local DJ will be spinning feel-good tunes to keep the creative energy flowing. To make the night even more special, local animal shelters will be on-site with adoptable dogs, giving guests the chance to meet their future best friend.
This SnowFest event blends creativity, community, and compassion—supporting local shelters and humane societies while celebrating the love we all share for our pets. Whether you’re an experienced artist or picking up a paintbrush for the first time, this event is all about fun, connection, and giving back.
Come paint, sip, dance, and maybe even fall in love at first paw.
Milk Jug Curling Wed Qualifying - DAY 2 - Hosted by Lake Tahoe Ski Club Foundation and Tahoe City PUD
Milk Jug Curling Wed Qualifying - DAY 2 - Hosted by Lake Tahoe Ski Club Foundation and Tahoe City PUD
Wine N Ice Sculpture Competition-Alibi Ale Works
Wine N Ice Sculpture Competition-Alibi Ale Works
Tahoe Tap Haus Annual Hot Wing Eating Contest
Tahoe Tap Haus Annual Hot Wing Eating Contest
Gelande Quaff at Tahoe National Brewing Co.
Tahoe National Brewing Co. Gelande Quaffe- Throwing, catching and drinking BEER event
Tahoe Tap Presents First Friday Snowfest Jazz Night
Tahoe Tap Presents First Friday Snowfest Jazz Night
Electric Flashback Fundraiser - CBC benefiting Diamond Peak Ski Team
Electric Flashback Fundraiser - CBC benefiting Diamond Peak Ski Team
Kings Beach Pancake Breakfast, presented by the North Tahoe Public Utility District
Kings Beach Pancake Breakfast, presented by the North Tahoe Public Utility District. Join us at the North Tahoe Event Center before the SNOWFEST Kings Beach parade for all-you-can-eat pancakes! Live local music, fun for all ages, and hot cocoa and coffee.
Alaskan Open Snow Golf Tournament
The Alaskan Open Snow Golf Tournament is none holes of winter fun and a highlight of North Tahoe SNOWFEST!
SNOWFEST Parade in Kings Beach
Celebrate winter at the Kings Beach SNOWFEST Parade—featuring festive floats, music, and community spirit, plus a full day of food, shopping, live music, and family fun on Lake Tahoe’s North Shore.
Incline Village SNOWFEST Winterfest
Winterfest is a celebration of culture, community, and the magic of winter! Join us for a festive winter gathering filled with connection, outdoor fun, and seasonal cheer.
Enjoy a family-friendly afternoon full of live music, food trucks, a biodegradable color-powder experience, and playful competitions that capture the spirit of Tahoe in the snow, with Instagram-worthy experiences around every corner. Whether you’re here for the fun, the food, or to make memories with friends and neighbors, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Bundle up, bring your energy, and be part of this vibrant, joy-filled sendoff to the winter season. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
River Ranch Annual SNOWFEST Snow Sculpture Contest
At the River Ranch Snow Sculpture Contest, teams from nonprofit organizations sculpt, carve, color and decorate snow into stunning art-pieces — all on the spacious patio of the River Ranch Lodge.
Leo's Electric Buttaball Tournament
Come swing into the holiday season - Buttaball style! This slow pitch softball tournament is a great way to wrap up the Fall and get your team together for one last hooray before the snow flies. Teams are guaranteed 3 games and a Grand Prize will be given to the winning team.
Tahoe SNOWFEST Event Calendar
February 26-March 8, 2026
Scroll Calendar to February 2026 to see SNOWFEST Events.
Host Your Tahoe SNOWFEST Event!
Business and non profit organizations are welcome to apply to host an event.

