Holiday Happenings at Lake Tahoe Resorts

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The Lake Tahoe area offers an abundance of fun-filled kids programs and activities for your little ones to enjoy all winter long. From old-fashioned sleigh rides and skiing with Santa on the Slopes, to snow tubing or testing out the pint-sized fun boxes, your kids are sure to make memories that will last a lifetime.

Below we highlight the incredible family-friendly winter activities available at Squaw ValleyHeavenlyAlpine Meadows, and Northstar Ski resorts this season so you can plan your Lake Tahoe adventure now!

SnowVentures – Take the whole family for a memorable ride! Book a dog sledding adventure, or horse-drawn sleigh ride, right here at the SnowVenture lodge. From mini snowmobiles for kids, to kid-sized snow tubing, you are sure to make an impression on your children with these activities.

Holiday Cheer at Squaw – From December 15, 2012 to Tuesday, January 1, 2013, celebrate the Holidays and enjoy a winter wonderland with Santa on the slopes, festive cheer in The Village and much more! Grab a hot chocolate with your kids and nestle up to a warm fire while listening to carolers.

Kids Private and Group Ski Lessons

This resort boasts that kids smile more at Squaw Valley and will brag about it to their friends. The reason, their instructors personalize the experience so your children make the most of their adventures on the mountain.

Husky Express Dogslide Rides – Nothing is better than the whip and whirl of sledding down a mountain. Your kids will love the thrill and rave about it to their friends.

Ice Skating at Heavenly Village – Treat your kids to an age-old favorite. Ice skate to music in an open air arena and make memories that will last a lifetime.

Borges Sleigh Rides – Take the family out for an old-fashioned sleigh ride in one of several antique European sleighs. Make memories that will last a lifetime, and enjoy a peaceful setting with stunning views of Lake Tahoe.

Alpine Kid’s Terrain Park – At Tiegel Park, kids can let loose on pint-sized fun boxes, rails, and hits. Alpine Meadows is the perfect place to learn and play for the whole family.

Holidays at Alpine – On December 21st, take a lap with Santa on the slopes and get in the spirit of the holidays. Listen to festive music and let the kiddos warm up with a cup of hot cocoa.

Noel Nights – The first three Thursdays of December, round the family up for a festive evening of ice-skating and s’mores, complete with a decorated 35-foot tree, holiday carolers, and special shopping deals.

The Villager Candle Shop – Get crafty with the kids! Inside the Villager Candle shop are kid-sized tables where your little ones can paint, practice pottery, and much more. Don’t forget to swing by Bear Village! Located within the candle shop is a very special place where your children can make their own stuffed animals.