11/28/2025 to 12/31/2025
Celebrate the magic of the season with the Heavenly Holidays Family Festival, a month-long celebration that transforms South Lake Tahoe into a winter wonderland. Running daily through December 31, 2025, this beloved annual event fills the Heavenly Village with twinkling lights, festive performances, and family-friendly activities that bring the holidays to life. From Santa sightings and sleigh rides to champagne tastings and fireworks, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in the heart of Lake Tahoe.
Heavenly Holidays Family Festival
- Dates: Daily, November 28 – December 31, 2025
- Location: Heavenly Village, 4100 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Admission: Most activities are free; select experiences are ticketed
- Tree Lighting Ceremony: November 28 at 6:30 PM — Free
The festivities begin with the lighting of Heavenly’s 65-foot Christmas tree on November 28 at 6:30 PM, hosted by Congressman Kevin Kiley and Sheriff Jeff Leikauf. From that evening onward, the tree will sparkle nightly at 5:30 PM through December 25, setting the stage for a season full of joy and celebration.
Families can enjoy Breakfast with Santa on December 6, 13, and 20, complete with photos and a hearty morning feast. Adults can indulge in the Champagne & Chocolate Sleigh Ride Tasting Experience, a romantic horse-drawn journey through town offered Fridays through Mondays in December. Meanwhile, outdoor adventurers can try the Frosty Shoreline Snowshoe Experience, a guided sunset stroll along the lake with cocktails and fire pits to warm up afterward.
Other highlights include Ugly Sweater Ski Day at Heavenly, the Holiday Market at South Lake Brewing Company, and a lineup of fun activities for kids—like Story Time with Santa & Mrs. Claus, Meet Your Favorite Characters, Build-A-Bear workshops, and ice sculpture demos.
To cap it all off, ring in 2026 with the New Year’s Eve Gondola Ball Drop and Fireworks Show at 9 PM, featuring live entertainment, a streamer blast, and an unforgettable display that rivals Times Square—Tahoe style.
Frequently Asked Questions about Heavenly Holidays
Can I bring my dog to Heavenly Days?
Leashed dogs are welcome in outdoor areas, and special Santa Paws & Yappy Hour events on December 7 and 14 are designed just for pets and their owners.
When is the New Year’s Eve celebration?
The closing night celebration takes place on December 31, 2025, with fireworks, live music, and the gondola ball drop at 9 PM to coincide with midnight in New York City.
What other activities can I enjoy at Heavenly Village?
Beyond the festival events, you’ll find dining, shopping, ice skating, and scenic gondola rides—all surrounded by sparkling lights and festive décor throughout December.