Don’t miss these awesome fall events in North Lake Tahoe
With a chill in the air and warm summer days in the rear view mirror, the fall events season is kicking into high gear in North Lake Tahoe. There is something for everyone to enjoy during this festive season. Head to an Oktoberfest celebration in Tahoe City, do some shopping while enjoying artisanal wine at the Truckee Wine Walk and Shop or take the kids to Big Truck Day for an up-close look at the town’s heavy machinery! Mark your calendars, here is our list of top fall events in North Lake Tahoe!
Tahoe City Oktoberfest
Where: Commons Beach, Tahoe City
When: Saturday, September 28th | 12pm – 5pm
Dig out your lederhosen and get ready for Tahoe City’s festive Oktoberfest celebration. Featuring craft beers from some of the region’s best microbreweries, delicious local grub, Bavarian-themed games, a craft vendor village, live music, games, and more — you won’t want to miss this festive fall celebration! Perfect for the entire family, the Tahoe City Oktoberfest celebration takes place on the shores of North Lake Tahoe at Commons Beach. More Information
Downtown Truckee Wine Walk & Shop
Where: Downtown Truckee
When: Saturday, October 5th | 12pm – 4pm
This iconic fall event held in beautiful downtown Truckee brings nearly 1,000 participants to sip wine and sample local food tastings while shopping in historic downtown Truckee. Attendees will receive a commemorative wine glass to sample wine at 30+ venues as well as five food tickets and a map to all participating venues. Get ready to wine, walk and shop! More Information
Great Trail Race
Where: Tahoe City Cross Country Center
When: Saturday, October 6th
The Great Trail Race is an epic point to point route between Truckee and Tahoe City, CA that you can either mountain bike or trail run. Choose between two course options, Elite or Classic. The Elite course adds in more technically challenging terrain and distance. Make the event the goal of your summer training, then dig deep and beat your age-group rivals. Or set your own pace and enjoy a beautiful Tahoe mountain bike ride, Tahoe trail run through the Sierra forest. More Information
Tahoe Donner Fall Festival
Where: Northwoods Clubhouse, Tahoe Donner
When: Saturday, October 12th | 11am – 5pm
Head to Tahoe Donner for the tenth annual Fall Festival featuring arts & crafts vendors, the annual doggy dip, seasonal beer offerings, a pumpkin patch, pony rides, a carnival area for kids with arts, crafts, games and food. Buy tickets in advance, this event does sell out! More information
Big Truck Day
Where: Truckee Town Corporation Yard
When: Saturday, October 19th | 11am – 2pm
Bring the family to enjoy a hands-on, up-close day of heavy equipment, buses, trucks, a CHP helicopter and more! Kids will have the opportunity to operate small tractors, meet smokey the bear, go on a scavenger hunt and more. A fun event for all! More Information
Halloween Parade
Where: Downtown Truckee
When: Friday, October 25th | 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Dress up in your Halloween costumes and enjoy a lively parade through Downtown Truckee as well as trick-or-treating at the downtown shops. The parade leaves the Truckee Train Station at 6pm.
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Halloweekend at Homewood Mountain Resort
Where: Homewood Mountain Resort
When: Friday, October 25th – 27th | 3pm – 9pm
When the sun goes down the goblins, ghosts, and ghouls come out during Halloweekends at Homewood Mountain Resort. Enjoy a peak-to-shore fright-fest featuring spooky fun for the whole family. Take a stroll through the trick-or-treat village at South Base featuring free scary movie showings, face painting, pumpkin decorating, and surprises from local vendors. For a truly terrifying experience, take a chilling chairlift ride – if you dare! Try not to scream as the Quail Chair whisks you through one haunted scene after another. More Information
Truckee Ski & Snowboard Swap
Where: Truckee Recreation Center Gym
When: Saturday, November 2nd | 11am – 4pm
Head to the Truckee Recreation Center to purchase new and used winter equipment for the entire family! Enjoy an abundance of bargains and let the local reps answer all your questions. A great event to get set for the winter at affordable prices. More Information
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