Ring in 2025 with these New Year's Eve Events in Tahoe and Truckee

By Kirsten Alexis | Saturday, December 21, 2024
View fireworks and ring in the New Year, Tahoe style, at Palisades. Photo Credit: Palisades Tahoe.

It’s almost 2025, and what better way to celebrate the end of an incredible year and the start of a brand new one than getting your loved ones together and attending a memorable event in the Tahoe-Truckee region! From skiing and snowboarding down a mountain under a glistening firework show to dancing the night away to your favorite songs, there’s an event for everyone to enjoy. 

Below, I have curated a list of events to help make your New Year’s one you’ll never forget. Have a great rest of the year and a memorable start to 2025!

New Year’s Eve Dinner and Dance at Granlibakken Tahoe

Ring in the new year with a gourmet buffet dinner and dancing to tunes by DJ Dylan Thomas. This family-friendly event also includes a special kids' buffett, and vegan and vegetarian options. Reservations are required, so make sure to sign up early!

Location: Granlibakken Tahoe, Tahoe City

Date and Time: December 31, 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

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New Year's Eve at Granlibakken is fun for all ages! 

New Year’s Eve Family Celebration at Palisades Tahoe

Spend New Year’s on the slopes at Palisades, where you will have the chance to ride up the Exhibition Lift and ski or snowboard down the mountain underneath a magical fireworks show. This family-friendly event is fun for all ages and skill levels. Make sure to reserve your spot in advance to guarantee you don’t miss out on this experience!

Location: Palisades Tahoe

Date and Time: December 31, 5 p.m.

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Fins Up New Year’s Bash at Margaritaville Resort

Escape the snow to an island state of mind with timeless tropical hits from the severn-piece Buffett Beach Band at the Fins Up New Year’s Bash at Margaritaville Resort. Dance the night away to your favorite Jimmy Buffett tunes and enjoy a midnight Champagne toast and beach ball drop. Reserve your tickets now to guarantee your spot! 

Location: Margaritaville Resort, South Lake Tahoe

Date and Time: December 31, 9 p.m. to midnight

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Ring in the New Year with Jimmy Buffett classics! 

New Year’s Eve Celebration at Heavenly Village

Finishing out their Heavenly Holidays event series, Heavenly Village puts on a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration with a display of fireworks, live music on the main stage and a gondola ball drop at 9 p.m. This event is fun for all ages, and attendees 21 and older have plenty of options to continue the evening at nearby casinos.

Location: Heavenly Village

Date and Time: December 31, 5 to 10 p.m.

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Rock + Roll New Year’s Eve at Alder Creek Adventure Center

Dance the night away with live tunes from local band Bias and Dunn, eat s’mores and tapas, sample craft beers and wines, and stream the Times Square New Year’s countdown at the family-friendly Rock + Roll New Year’s Eve event at the Alder Creek Adventure Center. 

Location: Alder Creek Adventure Center, Truckee

Date and Time: December 31, 5 to 9 p.m.

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No Cover New Year’s Eve at Tipsy Putt

Want a fun, high-energy and reasonably priced New Year’s Eve party? Head to South Lake Tahoe’s Tipsy Putt, where you can play mini golf and interactive games and enjoy all-you-can-drink packages and music and ring in the New Year with a midnight countdown and toast. 

Location: Tipsy Putt, South Lake Tahoe

Date and Time: December 31, 9 p.m. to midnight

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Ring in the new year with mini golf, drinks and music at Tipsy Putt. 

New Year's Eve Last Dance Party at Nashville Social Club

Head to Nevada's vibrant capital, Carson City, for an unforgettable night at the award-winning Nashville Social Club. Enjoy an opulent three-course meal frChef Matt Farag, dance to live music from Margret's Funk Band, and ring in 2025 with a Champagne toast and trip to the delectable dessert and coffee bar. As this special event was inspired by the late Donna Summer's timeless song "Last Dance," guests are encouraged to wear their best 1970's-inspired disco attire! 

Location: Nashville Social Club, Carson City

Date and Time: Tuesday, December 31, 5:30 to 11 p.m.

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Boogie to retro tunes and enjoy a delicious three-course meal at the Nashville Social Club. 


About the Author Kirsten Alexis
Kirsten is an outdoor adventure enthusiast, writer and photographer. You can typically find her hiking, paddleboarding, cross-country skiing and checking out new spots to share in the Tahoe Donner region. She has been lucky to call Tahoe her second home since she was a child and aims to inspire people to experience Tahoe and fall in love with the beauty and adventurous spirit of the region through her blogs and content.
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