North Lake Tahoe SNOWFEST
February 28 - March 9, 2025
Forty mountain-town events located in Tahoe City and Kings Beach
The ONLY fireworks show in North Lake Tahoe
An Annual Celebration
CELEBRATING 43 YEARS
North Lake Tahoe SNOWFEST is one of the largest winter mountain festivals on the West Coast. Our annual event celebrates the best of North Lake Tahoe and all it has to offer by showcasing the relationships between the North Lake Tahoe community and the people who visit. Our mission is to support local nonprofits, public programs, student organizations, and scholarships, through the production of our unique ten-day festival.
SNOWFEST is a 501(c)3 public benefit nonprofit organization.
EIN: 86-3573926
We hope to see you at the 43rd Snowfest celebration!
SNOWFEST hosts more than 40 events each year. From ski town nightlife to outdoor family-friendly events, you’ll be sure to find an event that will keep you looking forward to next year’s SNOWFEST celebration.
SNOWFEST PARADE, Tahoe city & kings beach
snow sculpture contest, river ranch
The dog pull, pete ‘n peters
polar bear swim, gar woods
Snow golf tournament, adventuresmith explorations
Annual North Lake Tahoe SNOWFEST Events
*events dates and times subject to change
Family fun
SNOWFEST Parade
Enter your float into the SNOWFEST Parade. Spectators, make sure to grab a chair and snag a spot along North Lake BLVD early to enjoy the creative submissions of the SNOWFEST parade.
educational scholarships
SNOWFEST King & Queen Contest
Each year, a new SNOWFEST King & Queen is selected and awarded an educational scholarship for continued education.
Congratulations to our 2024 Snowfest King, Evan Hilton,
and Queen, Arisel Orozco!
“We come for the skiing, and stay for SNOWFEST”
