There’s a moment every spring in the Sierra when winter loosens its grip—but refuses to go quietly. The snow softens, the sun sticks around a little longer, and the mountains trade powder days for something a little more… entertaining. That moment is here. On Saturday, May 2, the 34th Annual Cushing Crossing returns to Palisades … Read more
Zeds Dead, Porter Robinson, Alison Wonderland, DJ Diesel (Shaquille O’Neal), LSDREAM x CloZee, San Holo, Jessica Audiffred, and More to Headline December 12–14 Olympic Valley, Calif [Dec. 8th, 2025] – Tahoe Live returns to Palisades Tahoe this December 12–14 with its largest and most ambitious edition to date. Now expanding to three days, the 2025 festival will bring world-class … Read more
From Tahoe to Sicily: Filmmaker and Clean Up The Lake Director Colin West Premieres New Documentary “SICILIA” at Newport Beach Film Festival By Sierra Rec Magazine StaffLake Tahoe, NV – October 15, 2025 Known across the Sierra as the driving force behind Clean Up The Lake, filmmaker and conservation leader Colin West is stepping into … Read more
Olympic Valley, Calif. – Late summer in Tahoe always carries a special kind of energy—sunny afternoons, cool evenings, and a community ready to celebrate together. At The Village at Palisades Tahoe, that energy comes alive with two signature festivals that blend good taste, great music, and even greater causes. 36th Annual Alpen Wine Fest – … Read more
Tahoe Games Mountain Sports Festival Brings Snow in September & X Games Energy to South Lake Tahoe South Lake Tahoe is about to get its newest signature fall tradition — and it’s like nothing the Sierra has ever seen. The Tahoe Games Mountain Sports Festival is coming September 27–28, 2025 to the Lake Tahoe Outdoor … Read more
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — If you’ve ever wanted to sip tea on a manicured lawn, sway to the sounds of live jazz, or play croquet in your finest 1920s attire—all while surrounded by the historic charm of Lake Tahoe’s south shore—then it’s time to mark your calendar. The 38th Annual Great Gatsby Festival returns … Read more
Studio 4, Story 1: A Local Lens on Lake Tahoe’s Art Scene By Charlie Pankey | Sierra Rec Now Podcast Feature This week on Sierra Rec Now, I had the chance to slow down and talk art, photography, and passion with South Lake Tahoe’s own Jennifer Haran—a talented photographer whose work captures more than just … Read more
Enhancement) Builds Wildfire Resilience and Community Strength Plumas County, CA — California’s forests and communities are facing historic challenges — and a network of dedicated partners is rising to meet them.The Sierra Institute for Community and Environment’s Sierra to California All Lands Enhancement (SCALE) project is a statewide forum uniting local collaborative groups, Tribes, state … Read more
Olympic Valley, CA – July 2, 2025 — Ready to align your breath with mountain air and your spirit with wild places? The Wild Lotus Yoga Festival returns to Palisades Tahoe on July 11–13, 2025, inviting yogis, seekers, and wild hearts to rise with the Sierra sun for a weekend of yoga, music, movement, and … Read more
Who’s Playing, When to Go, and How to Watch in Lake Tahoe Edgewood Tahoe Prepares to Welcome Sports Legends, Celebrities, and 70,000+ Fans July 9–13 By Charlie Pankey | Sierra Rec Magazine | June 26, 2025 There’s nothing quite like summer on the South Shore—and if you’ve been here before, you know there’s no bigger … Read more
Discover ‘Music in Motion’—A Summer Evening of Art Beneath the Pines Date: July 26, 2025Time: 7:00 p.m.Location: Classical Tahoe Ricardi Pavilion, UNR at Lake TahoeTickets: classicaltahoe.org This summer, Sierra Rec Magazine invites you to witness something truly extraordinary: a world-class performance set beneath the open sky in North Lake Tahoe. For one night only, Classical … Read more
Olympic Valley Becomes the Epicenter of Trail Running This June with Broken Arrow, TrailCon, and the Western States 100 Olympic Valley, CA — June 2025 — If you’re a trail runner, a fan of endurance sports, or simply someone who thrives on high-altitude energy and community vibes, Palisades Tahoe is where you want to be … Read more
OLYMPIC VALLEY, CA — Memorial Day Weekend in the Sierra is always a turning point — where sun-splashed slopes meet the first tastes of summer. And nowhere captures that blend better than Palisades Tahoe, where this weekend you can celebrate both the final turns of the ski season and the vibrant heartbeat of the local … Read more
Podcast Feature with Amanda Johnson Carson Valley’s skies are ready to light up again as the Hot Air for Hope Balloon Festival returns for its third year, May 16–18, 2025. And we’re thrilled to bring you a brand-new episode of the Sierra Rec Now Podcast featuring Amanda Johnson, one of the event’s passionate co-founders and … Read more
Earth Day Festival in South Lake Tahoe Saturday, April 19 South Lake Tahoe, CA (April 15, 2025) – The annual South Tahoe Earth Day festivities are returning to Lake Tahoe Community College on Saturday, April 19 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Featuring more than 20 educational booths, it is an opportunity for adults and … Read more
🎶 July 12 – August 10, 2025 | Incline Village, NV If you’ve never experienced the fusion of fine music and alpine serenity, this is your year. Classical Tahoe returns for its 14th season, inviting visitors and locals alike to soak up the summer sounds of orchestral, jazz, and chamber music under the pine-scented skies … Read more
Toyota U.S. Freestyle Championships March 27-30, 2025 Olympic Valley, Calif. [March 13, 2025]— Palisades Tahoe , in partnership with Olympic Valley Freestyle, is proud to announce that it will host the Toyota U.S. Freestyle Championships from March 27-30, 2025, on the legendary Red Dog course. This premier event will bring together the nation’s top moguls and … Read more
CHELSEA HANDLER & GOLD BOND INVITE SKIERS & SNOWBOARDERS TO ATTEMPT TO SET A GUINNESS WORLD RECORD AT PALISADES TAHOE Gold Bond Puts Winter Skin to an Iconic Test with the Largest Swimsuit Ski Run Are you ready to hit the slopes in a swimsuit this March? Palisades Tahoe, one of the Sierra’s most iconic … Read more
Olympic Valley, Calif. [November 5, 2024]— Tahoe Live is thrilled to unveil its complete lineup for the highly anticipated 2024 festival. Headlined by Lil Wayne, Diplo, Loud Luxury, and RL Grime, the festival will return for its third year on December 14 and 15, transforming Palisades Tahoe into a world-class winter music destination. Rounding out this stacked lineup are Valentino Khan, Bijou, Ookay, Wenzday, Anella, and Maddi … Read more
Lake Tahoe has a new team to cheer for—the Tahoe Knight Monsters! As the proud ECHL affiliate of the Vegas Golden Knights and Henderson Silver Knights, this exciting addition to the local sports scene promises to be the ultimate family-friendly event destination. With their inaugural game set for October 24th, the Knight Monsters are ready … Read more
WinterWonderGrass, a beloved tradition in North Lake Tahoe, has announced that it will not return in 2025. After nearly a decade of unforgettable experiences in Olympic Valley at Palisades Tahoe, the festival is taking a year off for “review and reorganization” with the goal of returning in 2026. The news has been met with a … Read more
The Sierra Nevada, a spine of granite that slices through California, whispers tales of resilience and grit. Amongst these rugged peaks and whispering pines lies a testament to both – the Tevis Cup, a 100-mile equestrian odyssey that pushes riders and their horses to the very edge. This isn’t your Sunday afternoon trail ride. The … Read more
Olympic Valley, Calif. [May 20, 2024]— After a memorable winter and spring season, Palisades Tahoe is approaching the final days of the longest ski season in Lake Tahoe, closing out on Memorial Day, May 27. The slopes will be open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. for skiing and riding, weather and conditions permitting. Once the slopes … Read more
