Holiday Schedule at Palisades Tahoe

Tips For This Holiday Season:

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 featuring family friendly events, Christmas Eve dinner, Snowshoe Chalet Dinners, Sunset Happy Hours, and legendary New Year's Eve celebrations.

Need Lift Tickets? Make more mountain memories for less with our Lift Ticket Packs. Choose from 2-Day and 4-Day Unrestricted Packs with no blackout dates, plus additional savings and Friends & Family discounts to share.

Download the Ikon Pass App to get real-time lift status, trail maps, stats tracking, and more.

Plan Ahead for Parking: Parking reservations are required at Palisades Tahoe from December 19, 2026, through January 3, 2027, as part of our holiday parking period. Most reservable spots are free, with a limited number of $30 advance reservations available. Review our 2026–27 Parking Program before your visit.

Stay in the know with our Operations Update blogs.

The Village at Palisades Tahoe on a snowy winter day.

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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November

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.

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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.

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Welcome to Winter

Kick off the winter season in The Village on November 28 with an afternoon of festive fun, family-friendly activities, and mountain community celebrations. Free and open to all, it's the perfect way to welcome winter at Palisades Tahoe!

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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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December

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.

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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.

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Holiday Bingo With Rusty Reems
Get your holiday spirit on at Alpine Bar on December 22! Join Reverend Rusty Reems for a festive evening of bingo, laughs, and holiday cheer. Ugly sweaters and Santa hats encouraged!

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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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New Year's

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.

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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.

NYE Schedule

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NYE After Party

December 31 - January 1 | 9:30pm - 1:30am

Keep the celebration going on December 31 at the Olympic Village Event Center! Ring in 2027 with live music from The Nomads, dancing, and a midnight countdown, all while supporting the United States Rafting Association.

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Gift Guide

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.

Palisades Tahoe Experiences

Give more than a gift. Give an unforgettable mountain experience.

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Palisades Tahoe Gift Cards

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.

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Ticket Packs

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.

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Group Lesson 4 Pack

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.

Give the Gift of Learning

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Amie Engerbretson Women of Winter Camp

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.

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Perfect Progression Program

Give the gift of confidence on snow. A beginner-friendly program with lessons, gear, and a season pass to keep the stoke going.

Start Their Journey

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25% Off Friends & Family Tickets

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.

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Slope-Ready Gear

Top picks to keep them warm, protected, and ready to send it.

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Smartwool Classic Thermal Merino Base Layer

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.

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The North Face Montana Pro GORE-TEX Gloves

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.

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Darn Tough Yeti Over-the-Calf Ski Socks

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.

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Smith Squad MAG Goggles

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.

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Mountain Lifestyle Essentials

For the moments before, after, and in between the runs.

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Supergoop PLAY Everyday Lotion SPF 50

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.

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GoPro HERO13 Black

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.

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Turtlebox Ranger Bluetooth Speaker

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.

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Honey Stinger Organic Energy Waffles

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.

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AG1 Full Foundation Stack

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.

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