Mark your calendar for March 2023, friends– you won’t want to miss SNOWFEST in the Tahoe area. This 10-day Lake Tahoe winter festival is packed with events for the whole family.

The North Lake Tahoe SNOWFEST celebrates 41 years in 2023. On March 2-12, you’ll find tons of events happening in the North Lake Tahoe area.
North Lake Tahoe SNOWFEST Facebook Page
From Kings Beach to Tahoe City, visitors can see parades, firework shows, concerts, dog and pet events, a luau, ice carving, a polar bear swim and much more!
If you can only drive into town for one weekend, the first weekend packs in some fun events: a firework show on Friday, March 3.
North Lake Tahoe SNOWFEST Facebook Page
Then, a Polar Bear Swim on Saturday, March 4 at Garwoods Grill & Pier on Lake Tahoe. On Sunday, March 5, attend the Tahoe City Dog Pull event. Your own pup can compete for a $20 entry fee.
The Lake Tahoe region typically receives the most snow in January. The freezing temperatures and snow storms continue into spring.
North Lake Tahoe SNOWFEST Facebook Page
By March, the snow is piled high, making the perfect environment for snow sports and activities.
As of 2021, SNOWFEST is a 501(c)3 event benefiting local nonprofits, public programs, student organizations and scholarships. In total, the event has raised more than $100,000.
North Lake Tahoe SNOWFEST Facebook Page
According to the SNOWFEST website, in the early ‘80s, many skiers would visit between December and February and miss out on the great snowpack of March.
In 1981, the marketing director at Alpine Meadows Ski Resort, Bob Everson, asked the Tahoe City Chamber of Commerce and the Visitors & Convention Bureau to host a winter carnival.
North Lake Tahoe SNOWFEST Facebook Page
The idea was well received. Tragically, Everson died that summer in a boating accident. The parties involved decided to move forward with the event they named SNOWFEST in honor of Everson.
Check out the SNOWFEST website to see the list of events.
North Lake Tahoe SNOWFEST Facebook Page

Have you ever attended SNOWFEST? Tell us about it in the comments.

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