Celebrate the Holiday Season in Truckee: A Line-up of Exciting Events!
The town of Truckee and Lake Tahoe is fully equipped to celebrate the holidays in style! From festive events and visits with Santa to enchanting lights and live entertainment, the upcoming events in Truckee promise a magical experience for visitors and locals alike. Let’s delve into the festivities and discover everything this bustling mountain town has to offer during this special time of year.
1. SANTA is coming to town! Private Photo Experience – BOOK online!
Date: Now thru Dec 17th
Location: Tahoe Star Online
2. Festive Fridays December 8th, Polar Express Pajama Party & December 15th, Date Night Sip & Shop – Learn more
Date: Dec 8th & 15th
Location: Downtown Truckee
It’s Festive Friday time in downtown Truckee, bringing the holiday spirit with music, themed fun, and special sales to shop local and shop small this holiday season.
Friday, December 8: Polar Express Pajama Party
Santa will be strolling the streets and popping into stores. He will have a bag of silver bells to hand out to children. Shops will be offering sweets, hot chocolate, and crafts or treats for children. KidZone will be downtown outside of Wagon Train with a holiday craft and their Locomotive Train will be available for Polar Express photos. SWEP will be downtown with a recycling-themed craft. The Glenshire Eagle Choir will be caroling downtown.
December 15: Date Night Sip and Shop – Bring your date or your besties to shop while sipping on wine and beer at participating businesses.
Kicking off the holiday spirit, the Truckee Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony is an event not to be missed. Gather in Historic Downtown Truckee and witness the magical moment when the twinkling lights of the magnificent tree are switched on. The air will be filled with happy laughter, caroling, and a sense of wonder as the charm of the holidays takes hold.
3. A Christmas Story, The Musical – Get tickets
Date: December 8th & 10th
Location: Truckee Community Arts Center
Perfect for the whole family to enjoy! Based on the hit movie of the same name, this musical will have you laughing out of your seat! Rated PG.
4. Special Truckee Train Run with Santa! – Learn more
Date: December 9th
Location: Truckee River Regional Park
Bring your family out to celebrate the holidays by riding a special train with Santa!
5. Halie Loren: California Holiday Tour – Season of Light – Get Tickets
Date: December 17th
Location: Fox Cultural Hall
Halie Loren is an international, award-winning jazz singer and songwriter. Raised in Alaska, this Oregon-based artist brings a fresh and original perspective to time-honored musical paths, channeling her innate understanding of connectedness across musical boundaries to forge bonds with diverse audiences in North America, Asia, and Europe.
6. Glad Tidings! Holiday Concert – Get Tickets
Date: December 16th
Location: Truckee High School Auditorium
Join the Truckee Tahoe Community Chorus, Truckee Tahoe Youth Chorus, and the Christmastime Strings for a heartwarming evening of song at their Winter Concert: “Glad Tidings!”. Tidings are joyful, heartwarming, and often life-affirming announcements or messages.
7. Christmas in Truckee – Learn more
Date: December 24th
Location: Historic Downtown Truckee Railroad Station
Free family-friendly event with caroling, crafts, giveaways, and the Christmas Story in beautiful downtown Truckee.
8. Northern Lights Festival – See the Schedule
Date: Now thru New Year’s Eve
Location: Varies
Take the Northern Lights Tour through both Incline Village and Crystal Bay to see lighting displays in every shopping locale. Connect to the links to events, retail, and restaurants to see deals.
9. Northstar Noel Nights – Learn more
Date: Now thru Dec 17th
Location: The Village at Northstar Ice Skating Rink
With a 35-foot tree, ice skating rink, holiday carolers, pictures with Santa, sleigh rides and weekly performances by talented artists, you’ll start wishing every day was Christmas. Kids love seeing Santa and the decorations. Adults can enjoy ice skating and cuddling up next to their sweeties on sleigh rides. The shops in Northstar also offer great deals during this Lake Tahoe annual event, so you can do a bit of Christmas shopping amid all the action. If you’re looking for a way to spend time with your family or get into the Holiday Spirit, Northstar Noel Nights is the place for you.
10. Tahoe Donner Torchlight Parade (New Year’s Eve Light Parade + Fireworks Show) – Learn more
Date: Dec 31st
Location: Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort
Ring in the New Year Truckee style with the help of fellow skiers and torches. On New Year’s Eve, intermediate skiers, ages 10 and older, line up at the Tahoe Donner Ski Area in Truckee to form a procession for the Tahoe Donner Torchlight Parade. When given the okay, the skiers take off, carrying their torches and forming a brightly lit parade that winds down the snowy slope. A DJ provided ski-worthy tunes, and snacks are offered in the bar area before the parade starts. Registration for this Lake Tahoe annual event is from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. on the day of the event. It’s a fun way to say goodbye to the year in the company of other skiing enthusiasts.
11. Heavenly Holiday’s New Year’s Eve Celebration – Learn more
Date: December 24th
Location: Historic Downtown Truckee Railroad Station
Ring in the New Year at this finale for Heavenly Holidays, a two-week-long festival that features holiday activities including sleigh rides, snowy mountains and twinkling lights. Held from 6-9 p.m. on New Year’s Eve, this celebration delights crowds with the sights and sounds. Watch fire dancers, light shows, live musical performances, ice sculptors, and more. Play games and preserve memories with the photo booth. The fanfare goes until 9 p.m. when the Ball drops in New York City and fireworks fly in Tahoe. After that, the parties continue at nightclubs, casinos, or maybe back at your house as you wait to give the New Year a West Coast welcome. This Lake Tahoe annual event is a great way to conclude the holiday season in the company of family and friends.
Holidays in Truckee
The holidays are a magical time of year in historic Truckee. Whether you’re looking for local crafts, immersive experiences, or festive entertainment, this winter season has plenty to offer. Mark your calendars and make the most of these upcoming holiday events. Truckee invites you to create cherished memories and capture the magic of the season.
Don’t miss out on even more exciting festivities and be sure to plan your visit accordingly. Happy holidays!
ABOUT THE CARROLL RABER REAL ESTATE TEAM
When it comes to finding the perfect property in Truckee – Lake Tahoe, California, the Carroll Raber Real Estate Team, is an ideal choice. With 40+ years of combined experience in the local real estate market, Chris & Ally have an in-depth understanding of the area and the buying & selling processes. They will provide you with valuable advice, guidance and expert negotiation skills during the sale or purchase of your next property.
The Carroll Raber Real Estate Team is committed to providing the highest level of customer service while helping you achieve your real estate goals. Chris & Ally strive to make the process of purchasing or selling as stress-free and enjoyable as possible, with the best possible outcome.
Contact Chris Carroll and Ally Raber today.
The town of Truckee and Lake Tahoe is fully equipped to celebrate the holidays in style! From festive events and visits with Santa to enchanting lights and live entertainment, the upcoming events in Truckee promise a magical experience for visitors and locals alike. Let’s delve into the festivities and discover everything this bustling mountain town has to offer during this special time of year.
1. SANTA is coming to town! Private Photo Experience – BOOK online!
Date: Now thru Dec 17th
Location: Tahoe Star Online
2. Festive Fridays December 8th, Polar Express Pajama Party & December 15th, Date Night Sip & Shop – Learn more
Date: Dec 8th & 15th
Location: Downtown Truckee
It’s Festive Friday time in downtown Truckee, bringing the holiday spirit with music, themed fun, and special sales to shop local and shop small this holiday season.
Friday, December 8: Polar Express Pajama Party
Santa will be strolling the streets and popping into stores. He will have a bag of silver bells to hand out to children. Shops will be offering sweets, hot chocolate, and crafts or treats for children. KidZone will be downtown outside of Wagon Train with a holiday craft and their Locomotive Train will be available for Polar Express photos. SWEP will be downtown with a recycling-themed craft. The Glenshire Eagle Choir will be caroling downtown.
December 15: Date Night Sip and Shop – Bring your date or your besties to shop while sipping on wine and beer at participating businesses.
Kicking off the holiday spirit, the Truckee Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony is an event not to be missed. Gather in Historic Downtown Truckee and witness the magical moment when the twinkling lights of the magnificent tree are switched on. The air will be filled with happy laughter, caroling, and a sense of wonder as the charm of the holidays takes hold.
3. A Christmas Story, The Musical – Get tickets
Date: December 8th & 10th
Location: Truckee Community Arts Center
Perfect for the whole family to enjoy! Based on the hit movie of the same name, this musical will have you laughing out of your seat! Rated PG.
4. Special Truckee Train Run with Santa! – Learn more
Date: December 9th
Location: Truckee River Regional Park
Bring your family out to celebrate the holidays by riding a special train with Santa!
5. Halie Loren: California Holiday Tour – Season of Light – Get Tickets
Date: December 17th
Location: Fox Cultural Hall
Halie Loren is an international, award-winning jazz singer and songwriter. Raised in Alaska, this Oregon-based artist brings a fresh and original perspective to time-honored musical paths, channeling her innate understanding of connectedness across musical boundaries to forge bonds with diverse audiences in North America, Asia, and Europe.
6. Glad Tidings! Holiday Concert – Get Tickets
Date: December 16th
Location: Truckee High School Auditorium
Join the Truckee Tahoe Community Chorus, Truckee Tahoe Youth Chorus, and the Christmastime Strings for a heartwarming evening of song at their Winter Concert: “Glad Tidings!”. Tidings are joyful, heartwarming, and often life-affirming announcements or messages.
7. Christmas in Truckee – Learn more
Date: December 24th
Location: Historic Downtown Truckee Railroad Station
Free family-friendly event with caroling, crafts, giveaways, and the Christmas Story in beautiful downtown Truckee.
8. Northern Lights Festival – See the Schedule
Date: Now thru New Year’s Eve
Location: Varies
Take the Northern Lights Tour through both Incline Village and Crystal Bay to see lighting displays in every shopping locale. Connect to the links to events, retail, and restaurants to see deals.
9. Northstar Noel Nights – Learn more
Date: Now thru Dec 17th
Location: The Village at Northstar Ice Skating Rink
With a 35-foot tree, ice skating rink, holiday carolers, pictures with Santa, sleigh rides and weekly performances by talented artists, you’ll start wishing every day was Christmas. Kids love seeing Santa and the decorations. Adults can enjoy ice skating and cuddling up next to their sweeties on sleigh rides. The shops in Northstar also offer great deals during this Lake Tahoe annual event, so you can do a bit of Christmas shopping amid all the action. If you’re looking for a way to spend time with your family or get into the Holiday Spirit, Northstar Noel Nights is the place for you.
10. Tahoe Donner Torchlight Parade (New Year’s Eve Light Parade + Fireworks Show) – Learn more
Date: Dec 31st
Location: Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort
Ring in the New Year Truckee style with the help of fellow skiers and torches. On New Year’s Eve, intermediate skiers, ages 10 and older, line up at the Tahoe Donner Ski Area in Truckee to form a procession for the Tahoe Donner Torchlight Parade. When given the okay, the skiers take off, carrying their torches and forming a brightly lit parade that winds down the snowy slope. A DJ provided ski-worthy tunes, and snacks are offered in the bar area before the parade starts. Registration for this Lake Tahoe annual event is from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. on the day of the event. It’s a fun way to say goodbye to the year in the company of other skiing enthusiasts.
11. Heavenly Holiday’s New Year’s Eve Celebration – Learn more
Date: December 24th
Location: Historic Downtown Truckee Railroad Station
Ring in the New Year at this finale for Heavenly Holidays, a two-week-long festival that features holiday activities including sleigh rides, snowy mountains and twinkling lights. Held from 6-9 p.m. on New Year’s Eve, this celebration delights crowds with the sights and sounds. Watch fire dancers, light shows, live musical performances, ice sculptors, and more. Play games and preserve memories with the photo booth. The fanfare goes until 9 p.m. when the Ball drops in New York City and fireworks fly in Tahoe. After that, the parties continue at nightclubs, casinos, or maybe back at your house as you wait to give the New Year a West Coast welcome. This Lake Tahoe annual event is a great way to conclude the holiday season in the company of family and friends.
Holidays in Truckee
The holidays are a magical time of year in historic Truckee. Whether you’re looking for local crafts, immersive experiences, or festive entertainment, this winter season has plenty to offer. Mark your calendars and make the most of these upcoming holiday events. Truckee invites you to create cherished memories and capture the magic of the season.
Don’t miss out on even more exciting festivities and be sure to plan your visit accordingly. Happy holidays!
ABOUT THE CARROLL RABER REAL ESTATE TEAM
When it comes to finding the perfect property in Truckee – Lake Tahoe, California, the Carroll Raber Real Estate Team, is an ideal choice. With 40+ years of combined experience in the local real estate market, Chris & Ally have an in-depth understanding of the area and the buying & selling processes. They will provide you with valuable advice, guidance and expert negotiation skills during the sale or purchase of your next property.
The Carroll Raber Real Estate Team is committed to providing the highest level of customer service while helping you achieve your real estate goals. Chris & Ally strive to make the process of purchasing or selling as stress-free and enjoyable as possible, with the best possible outcome.
Contact Chris Carroll and Ally Raber today.