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There are lots of things to do during your Lake Tahoe vacation – so much that creating an itinerary can be overwhelming! We put together travel guides to help you plan your trip — from romantic weekends to girls' getaways to the Thanksgiving holiday — as well as roundups of local festivals and events. Check out our recommendations and even get ideas for future trips!

A Lake Tahoe cabin decorated in holiday lights
Celebrate the holidays in style! Ski down the slopes after dark with Santa at the Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade at Granlibakken. The parade began in 1932 when the location was host to the Olympic Ski Jumping trials.
Annual Tahoe Film Festival
Tickets are on sale now for the 5th Annual Tahoe Film Festival! The event kicks off December 5 and runs through December 8. Opening Night kicks off with Marriage Story, starring Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson and Laura Dern.
Paddle board floating on Lake Tahoe
We’re a little biased, but nothing quite compares to Lake Tahoe summers. Come for the breathtaking views, bucket-list adventures, fresh mountain area, unparalleled dining, and abundant activities.
Close up image of a violin

Hallelujah! What’s more festive than a magnificent performance of George Frederick Handel's Messiah? Join Maestro James Rawie as he conducts 22 musicians and 40 beautiful voices in the TOCCATA-Tahoe Symphony. Watch as this magical evening brings this holiday classic to life. The concert will be held...

Lake Tahoe Ski Resort

As snow guns fire up in the early mornings, and evening temperatures drop we’re reminded that shoulder season is rapidly closing. But we’re still waiting for that first fall/winter ski forecast, and resort openings remain conditional as ‘weather permits.’ It’s time to get your itinerary...

A full moon high in the evening sky
One of the best ways to experience Tahoe’s magnificent beauty is to see it from the water. Full Moon Kayak Tours take place as the moon rises over Lake Tahoe, illuminating its 22 miles of pristine water.

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