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.
Need Lift Tickets? Consider the 4-Day Unrestricted Lift Pack at just $135/day. No blackout dates, no restrictions, the most affordable way to ski any day all season long.
Download the new Ikon Pass App: Get real-time lift status, trail maps, stats tracking, and more.
Parking reservations are required on weekends and peak holiday periods this winter. Learn more about our Parking Program.
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Holiday Magic in The Village
Experience the holidays like never before. Palisades Tahoe brings together everything you love about the season - family traditions, festive celebrations, and that special mountain energy you can't find anywhere else. rich-text, responsive-tablecarousel-component
Kids Ski Free Week
December 6 - 12
Seven days of free lift tickets for kids 12 and under, December 6-12. Plus, the whole family saves 20% on group lessons, rentals, and snow tubing with code KIDS2025. Whether your kids are first-timers or mini-pros, it's the perfect week to get the family on the mountain without breaking the bank.
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Tahoe Live
December 12 - 14
Tahoe Live returns December 12-14 with world-class artists like Zeds Dead, Porter Robinson, Alison Wonderland, DJ Diesel (Shaquille O'Neal), LSZEE, San Holo, and more. An unforgettable weekend of music, snow, and mountain energy. 18+ only.
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Great Basin Carolers
December 20 - 24 | 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Experience the magic of the holidays with live performances by the Great Basin Carolers in The Village. Enjoy classic Christmas tunes and festive harmonies from 4–7pm each evening. Free and open to all!
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Santa in The Village
December 21 - 24 | 11:00am - 6:00pm
Santa’s back at The Village spreading holiday cheer all week long! Enjoy festive fun with story time, singalongs, and photos with Santa across both Palisades and Alpine base areas. All appearances are free and full of mountain magic.
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Christmas Eve Dinner
December 24 | 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Gather with loved ones for a magical Christmas Eve celebration featuring a chef-crafted buffet, decadent holiday desserts, and a champagne toast to the season all at the Olympic Village Event Center.
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New Year's Eve in the Heart of the Sierra
Toast to new beginnings surrounded by our legendary peaks. Experience the magic of New Year’s Eve in the mountains, complete with fan-favorite festivities and lively energy from first chair to midnight fireworks. rich-text, responsive-tablecarousel-component
Torchlight Parade
December 31 | 5:00pm
Join the celebration and light up the slopes! Ride the Exhibition chairlift, ski or snowboard down with torches in hand, then stick around for fireworks, disco tubing, and the East Coast balloon drop.
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Fireworks & Family Celebration
December 31 | 7:00pm - 12:00am
Ring in the new year with fireworks, live music, kids' games, and the East Coast balloon drop at 9pm. Our family-friendly celebration brings everyone together for an unforgettable night under the stars. Fireworks light up the sky at 7pm over KT Deck, with disco tubing sessions running throughout the evening.
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The Mountain Lover's Gift Guide
From slope-ready essentials to experiences they'll never forget, find the perfect gift for every skier, snowboarder, and mountain lover on your list. rich-text, responsive-tableaccordion, accordion-placeholderPalisades Tahoe Experiences
Palisades Tahoe Experiences
Give more than a gift. Give an unforgettable mountain experience.
Palisades Tahoe Gift CardsThe gift that works for everyone. Palisades Tahoe gift cards are valid for lift tickets, lessons, rentals, dining, retail, and more. Available in denominations from $25 to $500. They never expire, and they always deliver.
Buy a Gift Card
Ticket PacksGive the gift of powder days. Ticket Packs offer discounted lift access across 6,000 acres and eight legendary peaks. Choose from 2-Day, 4-Day Unrestricted, or 4-Day Midweek options. Each pack includes bonus 50% off vouchers and 25% off Friends & Family tickets.
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Group Lesson 4 PackThe gift that keeps on progressing. Four flexible group lessons to use all season long at Palisades or Alpine. Perfect for building skills on their own schedule and available for adults and kids ages 3–13.
Give the Gift of Learning
25% Off Friends & Family TicketsBring the whole crew. Share the mountain love with up to 12 lift tickets at 25% off the window rate. Because the best days on the mountain are the ones spent with your favorite people.
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Slope-Ready GearTop picks to keep them warm, protected, and ready to send it.
Smartwool Classic Thermal Merino Base LayerFull-body warmth in one piece. This 100% Merino wool base layer delivers moisture management, temperature regulation, and odor resistance with a comfortable interlock knit. Features a functional fly, zippered drop seat, and flatlock seams to prevent chafing.
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The North Face Montana Pro GORE-TEX GlovesBuilt for big mountain days. Developed with TNF athletes, these gloves feature waterproof GORE-TEX inserts, HEATSEEKER insulation, and soft fleece lining to keep hands protected in the most challenging conditions.
Shop The North Face
Darn Tough Yeti Over-the-Calf Ski SocksLegendary warmth, guaranteed for life. Merino wool keeps feet warm and dry run after run. No slipping, no bunching, just comfortable performance all season long. Made in Vermont and unconditionally guaranteed forever.
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Smith Squad MAG GogglesSwap lenses in seconds. The Squad MAG features six magnetic contact points for quick lens changes in any condition. Includes two ChromaPop lenses for bright and low light, plus AirEvac technology to reduce fogging. Unmatched clarity, iconic style.
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Mountain Lifestyle EssentialsFor the moments before, after, and in between the runs.
Supergoop PLAY Everyday Lotion SPF 50Don't skip the sunscreen. This fast-absorbing, non-greasy formula hydrates skin and stays put through 80 minutes of sweat and snow. Because goggle tans are only cool for a day.
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GoPro HERO13 BlackCapture every send. The HERO13 Black features HB-Series Lenses with Auto-Detect, Magnetic Latch Mounting, Burst Slo-Mo up to 400fps, 10-bit HDR, and GPS data overlay. Built for the moments you'll want to relive.
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Turtlebox Ranger Bluetooth SpeakerLoud, rugged, and ready for après. The Ranger delivers bold sound in a portable, IP-67 waterproof package. Drop-proof, crush-proof, dust-proof, and 12+ hours of battery life. Party Mode included.
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Honey Stinger Organic Energy WafflesPocket fuel for powder days. These honey sandwiches are easy to digest, certified organic, and the same snack pro cyclists have relied on for years. Stash a few in your jacket and thank yourself mid-run.
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AG1 Full Foundation StackStart every day like a send day. The Full Stack Bundle includes AG1 daily nutrition, Omega-3s, Vitamin D3+K2, Travel Packs, and a Welcome Kit. Everything you need to support whole-body health and stay mountain-ready all season.
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Additional Seasonal Favorites
Beyond the holiday magic, our mountains come alive with iconic experiences that occur all season long.
Shop, Dine, and Ski Free
Sierra Sightseeing
Disco Tubing
Sunset Happy Hour
KT Bass Bar
Chalet Dinner
