The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Add a little extra magic to your Christmas this season when you celebrate with us here in the mountains. Festive decorations, family-friendly activities, and unique signature events are all a part of the experience. Whether you're wanting to see Santa, take a carriage ride, or embark on a sunset snowshoeing journey, Palisades Tahoe has something to offer for everyone.


Tips For This Holiday Season
  1. Ikon Pass Holders: Don't forget to review all of your Ikon Pass benefits, such as retail discounts and lodging deals. Savings always make your stay sweeter.
  2. Still need a ticket? Consider grabbing the Tahoe Super 4-Pack for yourself. These 4 tickets can be used by one person at any time throughout the season. There are no blackout dates and no restrictions. Plus, it is the most affordable way to ski right now at just $132/day.
  3. Download the Palisades Tahoe mobile app for wait times, lift status, performance tracking, and more.
  4. It isn't too late to peruse our Holiday Gift Guide! Find the perfect presents for the skier or snowboarder in your life.
Thursday, December 8th
TimeLocationEvent or ActivityDetails
8am-11pmThe Village at Palisades Tahoe
Shop, Dine, & Ski FreeSpend $750 total at any Palisades Tahoe retail or food & beverage business to receive a free unrestricted Adult Lift Ticket. You can earn additional lift tickets with each $750 that you spend. Limited time offer.
7:00pmOlympic Village Events CenterAlpenglow Sports Winter Speaker Series with Jeremy JonesJoin us for presentations from some of the outdoor industry's most respected athletes. Jeremy Jones will open the series with a unique never-before-seen show, based off his new book, “The Art of Shralpinism.”

Friday, December 9th
TimeLocationEvent or ActivityDetails
8am-11pmThe Village at Palisades Tahoe
Shop, Dine, & Ski FreeSpend $750 total at any Palisades Tahoe retail or food & beverage business to receive a free unrestricted Adult Lift Ticket. You can earn additional lift tickets with each $750 that you spend. Limited time offer.
3pm-6pmTram LobbyHans Burkhart Book SigningMeet Hans Burkhart and get a signed copy of his new book, Above and Beyond.

Saturday, December 10th
TimeLocationEvent or ActivityDetails
8am-11pmThe Village at Palisades Tahoe
Shop, Dine, & Ski FreeSpend $750 total at any Palisades Tahoe retail or food & beverage business to receive a free unrestricted Adult Lift Ticket. You can earn additional lift tickets with each $750 that you spend. Limited time offer.
9am-4pmPalisades & AlpineLearn to Ski and RideJoin us for a weekend specially for adults and children ages 3 and up learning how to ski or ride. For just $109, you will get a two-and-a-half-hour beginner lesson, rental equipment, and a limited beginner lift ticket.

Sunday, December 11th
TimeLocationEvent or ActivityDetails
8am-11pmThe Village at Palisades Tahoe
Shop, Dine, & Ski FreeSpend $750 total at any Palisades Tahoe retail or food & beverage business to receive a free unrestricted Adult Lift Ticket. You can earn additional lift tickets with each $750 that you spend. Limited time offer.
9am-4pmPalisades & AlpineLearn to Ski and Ride
Join us for a weekend specially for adults and children ages 3 and up learning how to ski or ride. For just $109, you will get a two-and-a-half-hour beginner lesson, rental equipment, and a limited beginner lift ticket.

Thursday, December 15th
TimeLocationEvent or ActivityDetails
8am-11pmThe Village at Palisades Tahoe
Shop, Dine, & Ski FreeSpend $750 total at any Palisades Tahoe retail or food & beverage business to receive a free unrestricted Adult Lift Ticket. You can earn additional lift tickets with each $750 that you spend. Limited time offer.
6pmOlympic Valley Event CenterRed Bull Return to Winter Film Fest
Celebrate and meet our sponsored athletes, Michelle Parker, Daron Rahlves, and Nick Russell as they showcase their content projects form last winter.

Friday, December 16th
TimeLocationEvent or ActivityDetails
8am-11pmThe Village at Palisades Tahoe
Shop, Dine, & Ski FreeSpend $750 total at any Palisades Tahoe retail or food & beverage business to receive a free unrestricted Adult Lift Ticket. You can earn additional lift tickets with each $750 that you spend. Limited time offer.
4pm-7pmPlaza BarPlaza Bar Music Series
Join us over the holidays for live music from Milton Merlos in Plaza Bar.

Saturday, December 17th

TimeLocationEvent or ActivityDetails
8am-11pmThe Village at Palisades TahoeShop, Dine, & Ski FreeSpend $750 total at any Palisades Tahoe retail or food & beverage business to receive a free unrestricted Adult Lift Ticket. You can earn additional lift tickets with each $750 that you spend. Limited time offer.
9:00am-6:30pmThe Village at Palisades TahoeBase to Base Launch CelebrationJoin us on Saturday, December 17th to celebrate the historic opening of the Base to Base Gondola at Palisades Tahoe. Enjoy free SWAG, sponsor giveaways, live music, and more!
4:00pmThe Chalet at AlpineSnowshoe Tour & Chalet DinnerJoin a guided snowshoe tour to the mid-mountain Chalet at Alpine, where you'll enjoy a four-course Bavarian-inspired meal. In addition, guests will also receive a complimentary glass of champagne. $125/person.
5pm, 6pm, 7pmSnoVenturesDisco TubingSpin down the tubing lanes with colorful LED lights, lasers, and live DJs. Reservations are required.


Tuesday, December 20th
TimeLocationEvent or ActivityDetails
8am-11pmThe Village at Palisades TahoeShop, Dine, & Ski Free
Spend $750 total at any Palisades Tahoe retail or food & beverage business to receive a free unrestricted Adult Lift Ticket. You can earn additional lift tickets with each $750 that you spend. Limited time offer.
4:00pmThe Chalet at AlpineSnowshoe Tour & Chalet DinnerJoin a guided snowshoe tour to the mid-mountain Chalet at Alpine, where you'll enjoy a four-course Bavarian-inspired meal. In addition, guests will also receive a complimentary glass of champagne. $125/person.


Friday, December 23rd
TimeLocationEvent or ActivityDetails
8am-11pmThe Village at Palisades TahoeShop, Dine, & Ski FreeSpend $750 total at any Palisades Tahoe retail or food & beverage business to receive a free unrestricted Adult Lift Ticket. You can earn additional lift tickets with each $750 that you spend. Limited time offer.
11am-12pmThe Village of Palisades Tahoe Christmas treeSanta's ScheduleMeet up with Santa and get a scenic photo with him at The Village of Palisades Tahoe Christmas Tree.
12pm-1pmSanta visits the ArcSanta's ScheduleVisit Santa at the Arc at Gold Coast
2pm-3:30pm
The Village at Palisades Tahoe
Santa's Schedule
Catch up with Santa as he strolls around The Village at Palisades Tahoe
4-7pmThe Village at Palisades TahoeGreat Basin CarolersSing along with live caroling from the Great Basin Carolers and Santa that will spread the holiday cheer.
4:30pmThe Village at Palisades Tahoe
Santa's ScheduleHelp us send Santa off to the North Pole to get ready for Christmas night.


Saturday, December 24th
TimeLocationEvent or ActivityDetails
8am-11pmThe Village at Palisades TahoeShop, Dine, & Ski FreeSpend $750 total at any Palisades Tahoe retail or food & beverage business to receive a free unrestricted Adult Lift Ticket. You can earn additional lift tickets with each $750 that you spend. Limited time offer.
11am-12pmThe Village of Palisades Tahoe Christmas treeSanta's ScheduleMeet up with Santa and get a scenic photo with him at The Village of Palisades Tahoe Christmas Tree.
12pm-1pmKids Game Room - Palisades Tahoe Conference RoomSanta's ScheduleSpend time with Santa with games, arts and crafts.
2pm-3:30pmThe Village at Palisades TahoeSanta's ScheduleCatch up with Santaas he strolls around The Village at Palisades Tahoe
6:30pmOlympic Valley Event Center
Christmas Eve Dinner
Leave the cooking to us this Christmas Eve! Enjoy a delicious grand buffet, complete with carving stations, holiday side dishes and desserts.
4-7pmThe Village at Palisades TahoeGreat Basin Carolers and Santa's ScheduleSing along with live caroling from the Great Basin Carolers and Santa that will spread the holiday cheer.
4:30pmThe Village at Palisades TahoeSanta's Schedule
Help us send Santa off to the North Pole to get ready for Christmas night.
2pm-5pmAlpine BarLive Music at Alpine BarCome Apres at the Alpine Bar and enjoy free live music from Tahoe Soul Collective.
4pm-7pmPlaza BarPlaza Bar Music SeriesJoin us over the holidays for live music in Plaza Bar.


Monday, December 26th
TimeLocationEvent or ActivityDetails
1:45-4pmAlpine DeckJonny's Holiday ScheduleSki & Ride with gold medalist Jonny Moseley for free. Jonny will visit both mountains over the course of the week.
4-5pmAlpine BarJonny's Holiday ScheduleAprès with gold medalist Jonny Moseley for free. Jonny will visit both mountains over the course of the week.
2-5pmAlpine BarLive Music at Alpine BarCome Après at the Alpine Bar and enjoy free live music from Blue Monster Band.
4-7pmThe Village at Palisades TahoeGreat Basin CarolersLive caroling from the Great Basin Carolers will spread the holiday cheer.
5pm, 6pm, & 7pmSnoVenturesDisco TubingSpin down the tubing lanes with colorful LED lights, lasers, and live DJs. Reservations are required.


Tuesday, December 27th
TimeLocationEvent or ActivityDetails
CANCELLEDAlpine DeckJonny's Holiday ScheduleSki & Ride with gold medalist Jonny Moseley for free. Jonny will visit both mountains over the course of the week.
CANCELLED
Alpine Bar
Jonny's Holiday ScheduleAprès with gold medalist Jonny Moseley for free. Jonny will visit both mountains over the course of the week.
2:30-5:30pmPlaza BarPlaza Bar Music SeriesJoin us over the holidays for live music from Jonny Mojoin Plaza Bar.
3:30-5:30pmOlympic Valley Event CenterAprès with LegendsMeet our region’s most accomplished alpine and freestyle competitors Julia Mancuso, Jonny Moseley, Daron Rahlves. Listen to a panel discussion and Q & A with the athletes accompanied with refreshments and raffle prizes.
5pm, 6pm,
& 7pm
SnoVenturesDisco TubingSpin down the tubing lanes with colorful LED lights, lasers, and live DJs. Reservations are required.


Wednesday, December 28th
TimeLocationEvent or ActivityDetails
1:45-4pm
Alpine DeckJonny's Holiday ScheduleSki & Ride with gold medalist Jonny Moseley for free. Jonny will visit both mountains over the course of the week.
4-5pm
Alpine BarJonny's Holiday ScheduleAprès with gold medalist Jonny Moseley for free. Jonny will visit both mountains over the course of the week.
4-7pmGallery KeokiGallery Keoki Holiday ReceptionMeet artists, including Keoki Flagg, and enjoy their magnificent pieces of work and special shopping specials
5pm, 6pm,
& 7pm
SnoVenturesDisco TubingSpin down the tubing lanes with colorful LED lights, lasers, and live DJs. Reservations are required.
4pm-6pmHigh Camp at Palisades TahoeSunset Happy HourAs the sun sets behind the snow-capped Sierra, join us at 8,200' for a unique après experience at High Camp at Palisades Tahoe from 4-6pm. Take in the sights of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding peaks while enjoying happy hour food and drink specials. From $21 per person.


Thursday, December 29th
TimeLocationEvent or ActivityDetails
1:45-4pm
Funitel PlazaJonny's Holiday ScheduleSki & Ride with gold medalist Jonny Moseley for free. Jonny will visit both mountains over the course of the week.
4-5pm
Plaza BarJonny's Holiday ScheduleRetro Après Ski Party with gold medalist Jonny Moseley for free. Jonny will visit both mountains over the course of the week.
2:30-5:30pmPlaza BarPlaza Bar Music SeriesJoin us over the holidays for live music from Mark Sexton in Plaza Bar.
5pm, 6pm,
& 7pm
SnoVenturesDisco TubingSpin down the tubing lanes with colorful LED lights, lasers, and live DJs. Reservations are required.


Friday, December 30th
TimeLocationEvent or ActivityDetails
CANCELLED
Funitel PlazaJonny's Holiday Schedule
Ski & Ride with gold medalist Jonny Moseley for free. Jonny will visit both mountains over the course of the week.
4-5pm
Plaza Bar
Jonny's Holiday Schedule
Après with gold medalist Jonny Moseley for free. Jonny will visit both mountains over the course of the week.
2:30-5:30pm
Plaza BarPlaza Bar Music SeriesJoin us over the holidays for live music from Mark Sexton in Plaza Bar.
CANCELLEDSnoVenturesDisco TubingSpin down the tubing lanes with colorful LED lights, lasers, and live DJs. Reservations are required.


Saturday, December 31st
TimeLocationEvent or ActivityDetails
1:45-4pm
Funitel PlazaJonny's Holiday Schedule
Ski & Ride with gold medalist Jonny Moseley for free. Jonny will visit both mountains over the course of the week.
4-5pm
Plaza BarJonny's Holiday Schedule
Après with gold medalist Jonny Moseley for free. Jonny will visit both mountains over the course of the week.
2:30-5:30pm
Plaza BarPlaza Bar Music SeriesJoin us over the holidays for live music in Plaza Bar.
2-5pmAlpine BarLive Music at Alpine BarCome Apres at the Alpine Bar and enjoy free live music from the Beer Gardeners.
5pm, 6pm, 7pmSnoVenturesDisco TubingSpin down the tubing lanes with colorful LED lights, lasers, and live DJs. $63 per person. Reservations are required.
5-7pmExhibition ChairliftJonny's Holiday Schedule
Join us for an LED Torchlight Parade this New Year's Eve! The parade will start at 5:30pm on Exhibition and funnel down into more festivities.
9pmOlympic Village Events CenterSkate for Scotty New Year's Eve FundraiserThe Scotty Lapp Foundation's The Skate for Scotty team has produced an electrifying night to enter 2023, energized with music, lasers, lights, and a balloon drop at The Olympic Valley Event Center. In memory of Scotty Lapp, let’s come together to make an epic place for our community to gather.


Sunday, January 1st
TimeLocationEvent or ActivityDetails
1:45-4pmFunitel PlazaJonny's Holiday Schedule
Ski & Ride with gold medalist Jonny Moseley for free. Jonny will visit both mountains over the course of the week.
5pmHigh Camp at Palisades TahoeSunset Happy HourAs the sun sets behind the snow-capped Sierra, join us at 8,200' for a unique après experience at High Camp at Palisades Tahoe from 4-6pm. Take in the sights of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding peaks while enjoying happy hour food and drink specials. From $21 per person.
2pmTop of Big Blue Express (Palisades)
& Top of Roundhouse Express (Alpine)
Sunday Mountaintop ServiceAn interdenominational worship experience on the mountain. Ride to Church! Ski to worship!

 
The Village at Palisades Tahoe at dusk, lit up for the holidays.
Home for the Holidays
Stay slopeside at The Village at Palisades Tahoe and you'll be just steps from the lifts, shopping, dining and après. Cozy up in one of our condominium-style suites with a fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, and private balcony.
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