The holiday where Americans consume over 40 million turkeys is one of our favorites, because it's the start to 6 buzzing weeks of family-friendly holidays in the area.
Spend the Day Skiing
Many resorts (weather permitting) open their doors to skiers/riders before Thanksgiving Day! That means you can get out for a few turns before feasting with friends and loved ones. Here are 2020 / 2021 opening days for resorts that will be open on Thanksgiving (tentative dates based on snow conditions):
- Northstar California Resort: November 20, 2020
- Boreal Mountain: November 23, 2020
- Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows: November 25, 2020
Thanksgiving Dinner in Lake Tahoe
If you don’t have a home-cooked meal lined up, or simply don’t feel like doing dishes on vacation, Squaw Valley is offering a To-Go Thanksgiving Dinner. Place your order by Saturday, 11/21. Pick up time is 3:30-5pm on November 26.
Get Fit Before You Feast
Start the day right! Depending on the weather, head out for a cross-country ski or snowshoe, or even a scenic bike ride.
Kick off Holiday Shopping
Get a head start on holiday shopping during Thanksgiving weekend at Tahoe City's Holiday Hop - Small Business Saturday on November 28 from 12 pm to 5 pm. Enjoy wine, snacks, and festive cheer while you support locally-owned Tahoe businesses.