If you are staying in one of our South Lake Tahoe vacation rentals during this upcoming President’s Day Weekend, or any time during February, here are some fun events to add to your vacation agenda:

February (All Month, Wed – Sun)
Carnival Cabaret
Horizon Casino Resort
Wednesday through Sunday at 8pm. $10 special on Wednesdays. Carnival Cabaret will leave you breathless with our country’s most popular divas. Performances by three of the country’s top female impersonators, bringing to the stage such tributes as Cher, Bette Midler, Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire and many others.
Phone: 800.683.8266

February 13
Kevin Nealon
MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa
Don’t miss this Saturday Night Live front man in action. Tickets $25/$40/$50 (+ $2 Facility Fee), Doors at 8pm, Show at 9pm.
MontBleu Events Page

February 14
Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance Cruise
M.S. Dixie II
Departing from Zephyr Cove Marina, 6:00 PM, Enjoy live music and dancing.
Phone: 800.23.TAHOE

February 14
Valentine’s Dinner
The Beacon Bar & Grill
Phone: 530.541.0630

February 16
Mardi Gras Party at Blu Nightclub
MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa
Saturn Rising, Live Band 10pm.

February 19
The Third Friday Gallery Art Walk at the Village Center
Raleys Village Center Every third Friday of the Month from 4-7 pm: Friday, March 19, 2009 4-7pm. Wine and Hors d’ oeuvres served. South Shore’s Village Center is The Place for art lovers to visit! Located just a block from the casinos and next door to the Heavenly Village just beyond Stateline, Nevada. With treasures such as handcrafted jewelry, Tahoe landscape photography, and original and limited edition paintings, this new Art Center of South Lake Tahoe “has it all.” Many of the galleries feature live artist demonstrations and serve wine and hors d’oeuvres. Participating Galleries –Are all located at: 4000 Lake Tahoe Blvd. South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150: Untamed Art 530-544-7099 Suite #3 – www.signaturegalleries.com, Marcus Ashley Gallery 530-544-4278 Suite #23 – www.MarcusAshley.com, Wyland Galleries 530-541-7099 Suite #3 – www.signaturegalleries.com, Sun Art 530-544-1341 Suite #27 – www.sunartgallerytahoe.com, Jon Paul Gallery 530-544-4269 Suite #18 – www.jonpaulgallery.com and Artifacts 530-543-0728 Suite # 18.

February 19
Les Claypool
MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa
The legendary Primus front man returns to MontBleu for an epic one night performance. Tickets: $29.50 General Admission (+ $2 Facility Fee), Doors at 8pm, Show at 9pm.
MontBleu Events Page

February 20
G. Love & Special Sauce
Harrah’s Lake Tahoe
Harrah’s South Shore Room, 7:30 PM. General admission show. 21 years and over.
Show Website

February 23
Wines of France Tasting
Après Wine Company
Burgundy, Bordeaux, the Rhône & Loire…ooo la la! Tu., Feb. 23 at 6pm. $25. Tastings include 5 wines with appetizer pairings. Discounts on wines tasted: -10% on 1-5 bottles, -15% on 6+. RSVP 530-544-WINE (9463)
Visit Website

February 25 – 28
The North Face Masters of Snowboarding
Kirkwood
Professional and up-and-coming snowboarders from around the globe gather at Kirkwood for the final stop along the tour of The North Face Masters big mountain competition to battle it out in the legendary terrain of The Cirque, home to the resort’s most challenging cliff drops and chutes. Male and female snowboarders over the age of 18 years are welcome to participate in the event and can register online.

If you staying in one of our Lake Tahoe rentals, or anywhere else on the South Shore this month, here are some fun event ideas for you to add to your agenda!

January 4 – January 8
College Week Discounted Ski + Snowboard Lift Tickets at Sierra Resort
Break out of the library and hit the hill! During College Weeks, college students can receive a $54 lift ticket at Sierra-at-Tahoe® Resort when they present a current college photo I.D. at the Sierra Ticket Office. So bring your friends out and ski or ride for cheap! College Week Dates: January 4 – 8, January 11 – 15, March 22 – 26. March 29 – April 2, and April 5 – 9.
Sierra at Tahoe
Phone: (530) 543-5614

January 9
MC Hammer
Harrah’s South Shore Room, 7:30pm
Harrah’s Lake Tahoe
Event Page

January 9
National Winter Trails Day & Free Guided Snowshoe Hikes on the Tahoe Rim Trail
The Tahoe Rim Trail Association will be hosting a FREE event on Saturday, January 9th 2010 at Tahoe Meadows on the east side of the Mount Rose Highway. The event begins at 10am and will feature free guided snowshoe hikes for all ages and abilities and free Starbucks hot chocolate and snacks. In addition, family snowshoe hikes will be offered and youth programs during the day. This event kicks off the TRTA FREE guided Snowshoe Treks for the winter. Check our Calendar of Events for dates and locations each Saturday through March.
Visit the Website
Phone: (775) 298-0012

January 13
Snowshoe Cocktail Races at The Beacon Bar & Grill
Run around the track, wearing snowshoes, carrying a tray of “drinks”. The person who finishes first..and spills the least..WINS! Have fun and win prizes. Race starts at 7:00 PM. The races are free to participate in.
Visit the Website
Phone: (530) 541-0630

January 16 & January 17
Tower of Power
Harrah’s South Shore Room, 7:30pm
Harrah’s Lake Tahoe
Event Page

January 23
Snowbomb Slopestyle Competition at Kirkwood
Snowbomb comes in and holds registration the morning of the event and runs the event with the help of Kirkwood staff. It is a one day event with awards at the end of the day, around 4pm.
Kirkwood Mountain Resort
Tollfree: (877) KIRKWOOD

January 23
Air Supply
Harrah’s South Shore Room, 7:30pm
Harrah’s Lake Tahoe
Event Page

January 30
Chubby Checker
Harrah’s South Shore Room, 7:30pm
Harrah’s Lake Tahoe
Event Page

There are many events going on this month to make your Lake Tahoe vacation much more exciting and memorable! From concerts to special Thanksgiving dinners, you’ll be sure to keep the entire group entertained!

November 5 – December 31 (Every Thursday)
Italian Night at Zephyr Cove Restaurant
Zephyr Cove Resort
Phone: 775.589.4968 for Reservations
Zephyr Cove Restaurant will host a true Italian Night every Thursday through the winter with the exception of Thanksgiving Thursday. Chef Jason’s culinary delights include classics such as Grilled Herb Flatbread, Stuffed Chicken Marsala, Fried Lasagna Bolognese, and Homemade Tiramisu! Please come join us for an authentic Italian experience.

November 14
Jose Feliciano
Harrah’s Lake Tahoe
South Shore Room
Toll Free: 800.427.7247
Jose Feliciano Concert Details
South Shore Room, 7:30pm

November 20 – November 22
Valhalla Holiday Faire – Arts and Crafts Faire
Valhalla Grand Hall / Tallac Historic Site
Phone: 530.541.4975
The fourteenth annual Holiday Faire features a variety of arts and crafts vendors inside Valhalla’s Grand Hall, and admission is absolutely free. A twenty foot Christmas tree and a crackling fire in the Grand Hall’s huge stone hearth will also set the mood. Music will resound throughout the Hall provided by the LTUSD Children’s Choir and area hand bell choirs. Father Christmas will visit children of all ages, and there will be popcorn and delicious holiday drinks and snacks for sale. Proceeds from the event are directed to the Tahoe Tallac Association’s ongoing historic restoration at the Valhalla Estate. Friday, November 20, 5:30-8:30 pm, Saturday, November 21, 10 am – 5 pm, Sunday, November 22, 10 am – 5 pm. Free admission. All ages welcome. A free shuttle will run from the Y at the intersection of Hwys 89 and 50.

November 20 – November 21
Heavenly Ski & Snowboard Foundation’s 21st Annual Ski & Snowboard Swap
MontBleu Convention Center
Phone: 530.541.7354
Friday, November 20th: 6pm – 11pm – “Moonlight Madness Pre-Sale” $5 – kids under 12 free. Saturday, November 21st: 10am – 5pm – FREE ADMISSION. You’ll find great deals on new and used equipment, clothing and accessories while you help the Foundation raise money to provide alpine, freestyle and snowboarding programs for young skiers and riders in South Shore that helps them build social skills beyond skiing.

November 21
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
Harrah’s Lake Tahoe
South Shore Room
Toll Free: 800.427.7247
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Concert Details
South Shore Room, 7:30pm

November 26
Thanksgiving Buffet Dinner on the Tahoe Queen
Tahoe Queen at Ski Run Marina
Toll Free: 800.23.TAHOE
5:30 – 8:30pm departing from Ski Run Marina

November 26
Thanksgiving Dinner at the Riva Grill
Phone: 530.542.2600
2:00 – 9:00pm. In addition to regular menu.

November 28
Judy Collins
Harrah’s Lake Tahoe
South Shore Room
Toll Free: 800.427.7247
Judy Collins Concert Details
South Shore Room, 7:30pm

Looking for something to do during your Lake Tahoe vacation this Halloween weekend?  Be sure to add these fun events to your calendar:

October 31
31st Annual Freakers Ball
Tahoe’s longest running Halloween party!
Montbleu Resort Casino & Spa
Begins at 8:00 p.m.
For ticket information call 775.586.2137

October 31
Vex Nightclub’s Annual Halloween Party
Harrah’s Lake Tahoe
Begins at 10:00 p.m.
For ticket information call 775.588.6611

October 31
Halloween Carnival Celebration
Kahle Community Center
236 Kingsbury Grade
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Free event, all ages welcome
775.586.7271