Ikon Pass Holders: Don't forget to review all of your Ikon Pass benefits, such as retail discounts, Friends & Family tickets, and lodging deals. Savings always make your stay sweeter.
The Holiday Events Calendar is in full swing through January 4, featuring family friendly events, Christmas Eve dinner, Snowshoe Chalet Dinners, Sunset Happy Hours, and legendary New Year's Eve celebrations.
Need Lift Tickets? Consider the 4-Day Unrestricted Lift Pack at just $163/day. No blackout dates, no restrictions, the most affordable way to ski any day all season long. Plus, Friends & Family tickets to share.
Download the new Ikon Pass App to get real-time lift status, trail maps, stats tracking, and more.
Parking reservations are required prior to 1pm, daily through Jan 4, 2026. Learn more about our Parking Program and Carpool Incentives.
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Grateful in the Mountains
Leave the cooking to us and trade your kitchen for the mountains. Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving feast, hit the slopes on opening day, and start a new family tradition in the Sierra Nevada. rich-text, responsive-tablecarousel-component
Thanksgiving Dinner
Leave the cooking to us this Thanksgiving. Enjoy a grand buffet with carving stations, holiday sides, and desserts, plus a complimentary glass of champagne on arrival. Choose from two seatings at 2:30pm or 5:30pm. Ikon Pass holders save 15% with code IKONTHANKSGIVING2025.
Reserve Your Spot
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Welcome to Winter
Celebrate the official start of winter in The Village on November 29 with live music from The Wreckords, traditional alphorn performances, a raffle with great prizes, and the village lighting ceremony. Plus, witness the unveiling of new inductees added to FORGED. Totally free, all ages welcome, and the perfect way to kick off the season.
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FORGED
Witness the unveiling of new inductees added to FORGED, a monumental art sculpture honoring the athletes, coaches, and mentors who've shaped Palisades Tahoe's legacy. This annual tradition celebrates those who elevate our community and inspire the next generation. Free and open to all.
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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
Great Basin Carolers
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
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.
View Santa's Schedule
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Christmas Eve Dinner
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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Ski With an Olympian
Hit the slopes with gold medalist Jonny Moseley this holiday week. The Palisades Tahoe icon will be shredding and connecting with guests at both base areas. On Dec 30th, keep the stoke going with a special trivia night hosted by Jonny at Bar One.
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Retro Ski Party
Travel back in time for the ultimate retro party with Jonny Moseley at KT Base Bar Deck. Break out your neon onesies, vintage ski gear, and best throwback fits for drink specials, live beats, and giveaways. Prizes for best dressed.
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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
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
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-tablePalisades Tahoe Experiences
Give more than a gift. Give an unforgettable mountain experience.
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Palisades Tahoe Gift Cards
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The 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.carousel-component
Ticket Packs
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Give 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.carousel-component
Group Lesson 4 Pack
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The 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.carousel-component
Amie Engerbretson Women of Winter Camp
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Ski alongside professional big-mountain athlete Amie Engerbretson in an immersive, all-female camp designed to build confidence, refine technique, and unlock next-level skiing at Palisades Tahoe.carousel-component
Perfect Progression Program
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Give the gift of confidence on snow. A beginner-friendly program with lessons, gear, and a season pass to keep the stoke going.carousel-component
25% Off Friends & Family Tickets
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Bring 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.
Slope-Ready GearTop picks to keep them warm, protected, and ready to send it.
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Smartwool Classic Thermal Merino Base Layer
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Full-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.carousel-component
The North Face Montana Pro GORE-TEX Gloves
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Built 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.carousel-component
Darn Tough Yeti Over-the-Calf Ski Socks
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Legendary 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.carousel-component
Smith Squad MAG Goggles
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Swap 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.
Mountain Lifestyle EssentialsFor the moments before, after, and in between the runs.
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Supergoop PLAY Everyday Lotion SPF 50
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Don'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.carousel-component
GoPro HERO13 Black
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Capture 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.carousel-component
Turtlebox Ranger Bluetooth Speaker
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Loud, 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.carousel-component
Honey Stinger Organic Energy Waffles
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Pocket 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.carousel-component
AG1 Full Foundation Stack
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Start 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.
Additional Seasonal Favorites
Beyond the holiday magic, our mountains come alive with iconic experiences that occur all season long.
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Sierra Sightseeing
Disco Tubing
Sunset Happy Hour
KT Bass Bar
Chalet Dinner
