THE RITZ-CARLTON, LAKE TAHOE

13031 Ritz-Carlton Highlands Court, Truckee, California 96161 USA
Phone:  +1 (530) 562-3000   •  Contact Hotel

Calendar of Events





Special Occasion with the Chef de Cuisine

Nightly

Celebrate a special occasion for up to six guests with the Chef de Cuisine in Manzanita. Your evening begins with a private pick up from your home or hotel (within a 15-mile radius of the resort). Upon arrival to the resort, you and your guests will be seated at the private Chef's Table adjacent to the exposition kitchen in Manzanita. The chef de cuisine will then prepare a seven-course tasting menu reflecting the innovative offerings of Manzanita, personally introducing each course.

$165 per person. Pricing is exclusive of tax and gratuity. Food & beverage minimum of $800 applies.

Advance reservations are required and are based upon availability.
  

"Behind the Scenes" Kitchen Tour

May 20 to June 10, 2012
Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 3 p.m. / Sundays at 10 a.m.

Complimentary

Enjoy this exclusive “behind the scenes” look at the kitchens of The Ritz-Carlton. Guests will start in Manzanita and be lead by a member of the culinary team on a tour of the kitchens throughout the resort. This complimentary tour will be available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 3 p.m. and Sundays at 10 a.m. from May 20 to June 10, 2012.  Reservations are required.

Stand Up Paddleboard Race at Donner Lake

May 26, 2012 at 7 a.m.

Catch the human powered sport of SUP at Donner Lake. For more information, click here.

Art & Architecture Tour

Available Thursdays at 2 p.m.

On this complimentary one-hour tour, you will learn about the unique architectural and design elements of The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe and highlights of the more distinctive works of art throughout the resort. Custom tours are also available upon request with 24 hour advance notice, based upon availability.

Just for Kids Indoor Campout


Designed for children ages 4 to 10, the Indoor Campout package brings the fun and excitement of a camping experience to the comfort of your guest room. Package includes a 3’x5’ tent complete with Ritz-Carlton linens and featherbed, activity book with crayons, camp light, Ritz-Carlton teddy bear and a s’mores kit that can be enjoyed by the whole family at the Fire Pit. Package is based upon availability; advance reservations are strongly recommended. There is a maximum of two tent packages per room.

$100 per child

More details

Lake Tahoe Activity Highlights


Looking for even more things to see and do on your visit to Lake Tahoe? The Weekly captures the spirit of Tahoe and the things that make Tahoe one of the top destination resorts – the boundless recreational opportunities, local events and festivals, entertainment, dining, the arts and lots of information our readers need to have fun.

For highlights on additional activities throughout the Lake Tahoe Region, click here.

Summer Activity Options

June through September, 2012
During the summer season, outdoor adventure abounds with hiking and mountain biking, vintage wooden boat tours, beaches, waters sports, golf and more. Click here to explore all there is to see and do this summer in Lake Tahoe.

Special Occasion with the Chef de Cuisine

Nightly

Celebrate a special occasion for up to six guests with the Chef de Cuisine in Manzanita. Your evening begins with a private pick up from your home or hotel (within a 15-mile radius of the resort). Upon arrival to the resort, you and your guests will be seated at the private Chef's Table adjacent to the exposition kitchen in Manzanita. The chef de cuisine will then prepare a seven-course tasting menu reflecting the innovative offerings of Manzanita, personally introducing each course.

$165 per person. Pricing is exclusive of tax and gratuity. Food & beverage minimum of $800 applies.

Advance reservations are required and are based upon availability.
  

Master Cooking Class in Manzanita

Saturday, June 16, 2012; 5 p.m.


Experience the taste of style and share your passion for cooking in this informative cooking class presented by the chef de cuisine of Manzanita designed to indulge your senses and tempt your palate while increasing your culinary knowledge. Work alongside a professional chef in the open kitchen in Manzanita to learn cooking techniques that will make you a “star chef” in your own kitchen.

$70 per person including a three-course dinner.

Space is limited. Reservations required and based upon availability.
  

America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride

Sunday, June 3, 2012

"America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride-Lake Tahoe" has built a reputation for not only its spectacular scenery, but also its great food and support. Boat Cruise/35-Mile Fun Ride, 72-mile ride around the Lake, and full 100-mile century are offered. This ride promotes Lake Tahoe Bikeway, the plan to build and interconnect bike lanes/trails around Lake Tahoe, and is the culmination of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's National Team In Training spring fund raising program. For more information, click here.

Yappy Hour on MountainBlue Terrace

Thursday evenings beginning June 14, 2012; 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Enjoy live music and two-for-one cocktails on the MountainBlue Terrace together with the company of your favorite four-legged companion.

Old Greenwood Gold Academy Half Day Golf School

June 15, 2012

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
$225 per person

This four-hour Golf Academy session offers individualized instruction in a small group setting with just four students per instructor. Computerized video analysis, training aids and drills are utilized to correct your full swing problems or help you reach a new level. Optional lunch and a round of golf is available for an additional $100.00 per person. For more information, click here.

Pints & Pies

Daily; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Enjoy a selection of "all you can eat" brick oven pizza and a bottomless mug of the featured draft beer in Manzanita.

$39 per person

The Art of the Cocktail in The Living Room

Friday evenings; 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.


Join us in The Living Room on Friday evenings to discover the art of creating the perfect cocktail where you will be treated to an experience designed to educate, taste and entertain. Price includes a flight of three cocktails and canapés. Ages 21 and over only.

$40 per person
  

"Behind the Scenes" Kitchen Tour

May 20 to June 10, 2012
Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 3 p.m. / Sundays at 10 a.m.

Complimentary

Enjoy this exclusive “behind the scenes” look at the kitchens of The Ritz-Carlton. Guests will start in Manzanita and be lead by a member of the culinary team on a tour of the kitchens throughout the resort. This complimentary tour will be available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 3 p.m. and Sundays at 10 a.m. from May 20 to June 10, 2012.  Reservations are required.

  

The Chef's Table in Manzanita


From $75.00 per person

Designed for intimate dinners of up eight guests, the Chef’s Table is a culinary journey featuring the French-inspired California cuisine of acclaimed chef, Traci Des Jardins. Guest’s will enjoy a private table adjacent to the exposition kitchen and personal interaction with the chef de cuisine, who will prepare a tasting menu reflecting the innovative offerings of Manzanita.

Advance reservations required. Pricing is exclusive of tax and gratuity. A $500.00 minimum applies.

Happy Hour in The Living Room

Available Sunday through Thursday; 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Join us for food and drink specials in The Living Room.

Tahoe City Wine Walk

June 23, 2012; 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Enjoy the charm of downtown Tahoe City along its scenic, lakeside sidewalks while tasting wines and sampling delicious morsels from acclaimed Tahoe restaurants and caterers. To learn more, click here.

$35 in advance, $45 at the door

Wine Walk in the Village at Northstar

Saturday, June 30, 2012 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Enjoy a variety of wine and food sampling stations throughout the Village and great conversation all around. All participants must be 21 and will need to show valid I.D. Tickets include a variety of wine and food sampling stations throughout the Village and a commemorative wine glass. Please call 1.800.GO.NORTH (1.800.466.6784) for more information.

Truckee Thursdays Downtown Street Festival

June 14, 21, 28, 2012 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Featuring live music, arts and crafts vendors, beer garden, sidewalk sales, children's activities and a Farmer's Market.

Adventure Sports Week

June 15 to June 24, 2012

Adventure Sports Week Tahoe is filled with a variety of events that showcase the best of Lake Tahoe. Human powered sporting events, clinics, concerts, and arts are all part of the adventure.

FRIDAY, June 15th
Welcoming Reception at Jakes on the Lake (8pm)
MTB Clinic

SATURDAY, June 16th
Trail Running Clinic presented by Salomon and hosted by Alpenglow Sports.
Lake Tahoe 4 & 8 Hour Mountain Bike Race

SUNDAY, June 17th
Burton Creek Trail Run
Tahoe Waterman Challenge

WEDNESDAY, June 20th
Movie on the Beach, “Scott Pilgrims vs. The World (at dusk)

THURSDAY, June 21st
Farmers Market, at Commons Beach (8 am to 1 pm)

FRIDAY, June 22th
Jamie Patrick Swim Clinic
XTERRA Clinic, hosted by Jamie Whitmore (6 pm to 7 pm)

SATURDAY June 23rd
XTERRA Tahoe City
Tahoe City Wine Walk (12 pm to 4 pm)

SUNDAY, June 24th
Run To Squaw
Summer Concerts at Downtown Commons Beach

For more information or register for events, click here.

The Magic of Fly-Fishing Up Close and Personal

June 19, 2012

Fly-fishing has taken the country by storm. Come learn with Fly Fishing legends Andy Burk and Matt Heron. Appropriate for all levels, complete novice to world-weary fisher. World-renowned fly-tier Burk will explain flies and how they're made; Master guide Heron will discuss the metaphysics of fly-fishing and more. The last half hour Heron will conduct an informal casting clinic on the Gatekeeper Museum grounds. For more information, click here.

Star Gazing Tour: Mars Rules the Sky

June 22, 23, 29 and 30, 2012; 8:15 p.m.

Experience the starry sky above Northstar! Join us for a unique and educational night under the stars with a poem reading, a fun space quiz with prizes, a laser tour of the stars and constellations and a telescopic viewing. Bring a child’s curiosity and plenty of questions for an evening of wonder and awe. Learn more

Adults $30 to $65 / Children 12 & Under $15 to $30

Reservations Required

Tahoe City Lakeside Movie Series

June 27, 2012; Dusk
Enjoy movies on the beach in Tahoe City on Commons Beach. Bring blankets or low back chairs and flashlights.
Featured performance: Spaceballs.
Complimentary

Concerts at Commons Beach in Tahoe City

June 24, 2012; 2 p.m.
Enjoy free, live music every Sunday afternoon on Commons Beach in Tahoe City. We advise that you arrive early to get a good seat and enjoy the show. Visit the concert website www.concertsatcommonsbeach.com for more information.

Art & Architecture Tour

Available Thursdays at 2 p.m.

On this complimentary one-hour tour, you will learn about the unique architectural and design elements of The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe and highlights of the more distinctive works of art throughout the resort. Custom tours are also available upon request with 24 hour advance notice, based upon availability.

Just for Kids Indoor Campout


Designed for children ages 4 to 10, the Indoor Campout package brings the fun and excitement of a camping experience to the comfort of your guest room. Package includes a 3’x5’ tent complete with Ritz-Carlton linens and featherbed, activity book with crayons, camp light, Ritz-Carlton teddy bear and a s’mores kit that can be enjoyed by the whole family at the Fire Pit. Package is based upon availability; advance reservations are strongly recommended. There is a maximum of two tent packages per room.

$100 per child

More details

Lake Tahoe Activity Highlights


Looking for even more things to see and do on your visit to Lake Tahoe? The Weekly captures the spirit of Tahoe and the things that make Tahoe one of the top destination resorts – the boundless recreational opportunities, local events and festivals, entertainment, dining, the arts and lots of information our readers need to have fun.

For highlights on additional activities throughout the Lake Tahoe Region, click here.

Summer Activity Options

June through September, 2012
During the summer season, outdoor adventure abounds with hiking and mountain biking, vintage wooden boat tours, beaches, waters sports, golf and more. Click here to explore all there is to see and do this summer in Lake Tahoe.

Yappy Hour on MountainBlue Terrace

Thursday evenings; 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Enjoy live music and two-for-one cocktails on the MountainBlue Terrace together with the company of your favorite four-legged companion.

Old Greenwood Gold Academy Half Day Golf School

July 13 and 28, 2012

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
$225 per person

This four-hour Golf Academy session offers individualized instruction in a small group setting with just four students per instructor. Computerized video analysis, training aids and drills are utilized to correct your full swing problems or help you reach a new level. Optional lunch and a round of golf is available for an additional $100.00 per person. For more information, click here.

4th of July Parade

June 4, 2012 at 10 a.m.

The annual Truckee 4th of July Parade begins with the Firecracker Mile Fun Run followed by a parade winding down Donner Pass Road through historic downtown Truckee.

Special Occasion with the Chef de Cuisine

Nightly

Celebrate a special occasion for up to six guests with the Chef de Cuisine in Manzanita. Your evening begins with a private pick up from your home or hotel (within a 15-mile radius of the resort). Upon arrival to the resort, you and your guests will be seated at the private Chef's Table adjacent to the exposition kitchen in Manzanita. The chef de cuisine will then prepare a seven-course tasting menu reflecting the innovative offerings of Manzanita, personally introducing each course.

$165 per person. Pricing is exclusive of tax and gratuity. Food & beverage minimum of $800 applies.

Advance reservations are required and are based upon availability.

Beerfest & Bluegrass Festival at Northstar California

Saturday, July 14, 2012 from 2 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

North Lake Tahoe's favorite summertime event featuring live music from the nation's top Bluegrass bands, over 30 local and regional breweries on tap, special children's treats and activities, and so much more.

Wine Walk in the Village at Northstar

Saturday, July 28, 2012 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Enjoy a variety of wine and food sampling stations throughout the Village and great conversation all around. All participants must be 21 and will need to show valid I.D. Tickets include a variety of wine and food sampling stations throughout the Village and a commemorative wine glass. Please call 1.800.GO.NORTH (1.800.466.6784) for more information.

Pints & Pies

Daily; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Enjoy a selection of "all you can eat" brick oven pizza and a bottomless mug of the featured draft beer in Manzanita.

$39 per person

The Art of the Cocktail in The Living Room

Friday evenings; 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.


Join us in The Living Room on Friday evenings to discover the art of creating the perfect cocktail where you will be treated to an experience designed to educate, taste and entertain. Price includes a flight of three cocktails and canapés. Ages 21 and over only.

$40 per person

Arts & Crafts Festival

July 28-29, 2012 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Featuring the original work of more than 50 artis and carfters. For more information, click here.
  

The Chef's Table in Manzanita


From $75.00 per person

Designed for intimate dinners of up eight guests, the Chef’s Table is a culinary journey featuring the French-inspired California cuisine of acclaimed chef, Traci Des Jardins. Guest’s will enjoy a private table adjacent to the exposition kitchen and personal interaction with the chef de cuisine, who will prepare a tasting menu reflecting the innovative offerings of Manzanita.

Advance reservations required. Pricing is exclusive of tax and gratuity. A $500.00 minimum applies.

Happy Hour in The Living Room

Available Sunday through Thursday; 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Join us for food and drink specials in The Living Room.

Truckee Thursdays Downtown Street Festival

July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2012 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Featuring live music, arts and crafts vendors, beer garden, sidewalk sales, children's activities and a Farmer's Market.

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival

July 13 - August 26, 2012; 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday through Sunday evenings
$20 to $85

Imagine your toes in the sand, a fantastic bottle of wine nearby, a gourmet meal in hand and first-class entertainment with your friends and family before you...all while basking in a perfect Lake Tahoe sunset. You’re not dreaming, you’re experiencing the enchantment of the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival at Sand Harbor State Park. Shakespeare’s The Two Gentlemen of Verona is sure to enchant the entire family. Bosom buddies Valentine and Proteus are Verona’s closest comrades, but their friendship is put to the ultimate test when Proteus forsakes his beloved Julia and competes for the affections of Valentine’s newfound love, the strong-willed Silvia. Teeming with high comic scenes and rich, romantic language, Two Gents displays Shakespeare’s copious comic powers at their hilarious height. For more information, click here.

Reservations Required


Kings Beach Music on the Beach

Friday nights; 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
This free music series kicks runs every Friday at the Kings Beach State Recreation Area.

Star Gazing Tour: Saturn Seeks Virgo

July 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28, 2012; 8:15 p.m.

Experience the starry sky above Northstar! Join us for a unique and educational night under the stars with a poem reading, a fun space quiz with prizes, a laser tour of the stars and constellations and a telescopic viewing. Bring a child’s curiosity and plenty of questions for an evening of wonder and awe. Learn more

Adults $30 to $65 / Children 12 & Under $15 to $30

Reservations Required

Tahoe City Lakeside Movie Series

Wednesday, July 11, 18 and 25, 2012; Dusk
Enjoy movies on the beach in Tahoe City on Commons Beach. Bring blankets or low back chairs and flashlights.
July 11: Adventures of Tintin – PG (106min)
July 18: Goonies – PG (113 min)
July 25: The Perfect Game (2008) – PG (118 min)
Complimentary

Concerts at Commons Beach in Tahoe City

July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2012; 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Enjoy free, live music every Sunday afternoon on Commons Beach in Tahoe City. We advise that you arrive early to get a good seat and enjoy the show. Visit the concert website www.concertsatcommonsbeach.com for more information.

Wanderlust Festival

July 26 to July 29, 2012


Wanderlust offers an unrivaled lineup of the world's best yoga teachers, wellness experts, and green leaders, alongside the nation's most exciting musicians, DJs, and performing artists. Each festival features its own unique blend of off the mat activities, including dynamic lectures, hiking, biking, an eclectic vendor village, farm to table dinners, wine tastings, the Wanderkind children's program, and much more.

Click here for more information.


Art & Architecture Tour

Available Thursdays at 2 p.m.

On this complimentary one-hour tour, you will learn about the unique architectural and design elements of The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe and highlights of the more distinctive works of art throughout the resort. Custom tours are also available upon request with 24 hour advance notice, based upon availability.

Just for Kids Indoor Campout


Designed for children ages 4 to 10, the Indoor Campout package brings the fun and excitement of a camping experience to the comfort of your guest room. Package includes a 3’x5’ tent complete with Ritz-Carlton linens and featherbed, activity book with crayons, camp light, Ritz-Carlton teddy bear and a s’mores kit that can be enjoyed by the whole family at the Fire Pit. Package is based upon availability; advance reservations are strongly recommended. There is a maximum of two tent packages per room.

$100 per child

More details

Lake Tahoe Activity Highlights


Looking for even more things to see and do on your visit to Lake Tahoe? The Weekly captures the spirit of Tahoe and the things that make Tahoe one of the top destination resorts – the boundless recreational opportunities, local events and festivals, entertainment, dining, the arts and lots of information our readers need to have fun.

For highlights on additional activities throughout the Lake Tahoe Region, click here.

Summer Activity Options

June through September, 2012
During the summer season, outdoor adventure abounds with hiking and mountain biking, vintage wooden boat tours, beaches, waters sports, golf and more. Click here to explore all there is to see and do this summer in Lake Tahoe.

Yappy Hour on MountainBlue Terrace

Thursday evenings; 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Enjoy live music and two-for-one cocktails on the MountainBlue Terrace together with the company of your favorite four-legged companion.

Old Greenwood Gold Academy Half Day Golf School

August 3 and 24, 2012

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
$225 per person

This four-hour Golf Academy session offers individualized instruction in a small group setting with just four students per instructor. Computerized video analysis, training aids and drills are utilized to correct your full swing problems or help you reach a new level. Optional lunch and a round of golf is available for an additional $100.00 per person. For more information, click here.

Special Occasion with the Chef de Cuisine

Nightly

Celebrate a special occasion for up to six guests with the Chef de Cuisine in Manzanita. Your evening begins with a private pick up from your home or hotel (within a 15-mile radius of the resort). Upon arrival to the resort, you and your guests will be seated at the private Chef's Table adjacent to the exposition kitchen in Manzanita. The chef de cuisine will then prepare a seven-course tasting menu reflecting the innovative offerings of Manzanita, personally introducing each course.

$165 per person. Pricing is exclusive of tax and gratuity. Food & beverage minimum of $800 applies.

Advance reservations are required and are based upon availability.

Wine Walk in the Village at Northstar

Saturday, August 25, 2012 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Enjoy a variety of wine and food sampling stations throughout the Village and great conversation all around. All participants must be 21 and will need to show valid I.D. Tickets include a variety of wine and food sampling stations throughout the Village and a commemorative wine glass. Please call 1.800.GO.NORTH (1.800.466.6784) for more information

Pints & Pies

Daily; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Enjoy a selection of "all you can eat" brick oven pizza and a bottomless mug of the featured draft beer in Manzanita.

$39 per person

The Art of the Cocktail in The Living Room

Friday evenings; 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.


Join us in The Living Room on Friday evenings to discover the art of creating the perfect cocktail where you will be treated to an experience designed to educate, taste and entertain. Price includes a flight of three cocktails and canapés. Ages 21 and over only.

$40 per person
  

The Chef's Table in Manzanita


From $75.00 per person

Designed for intimate dinners of up eight guests, the Chef’s Table is a culinary journey featuring the French-inspired California cuisine of acclaimed chef, Traci Des Jardins. Guest’s will enjoy a private table adjacent to the exposition kitchen and personal interaction with the chef de cuisine, who will prepare a tasting menu reflecting the innovative offerings of Manzanita.

Advance reservations required. Pricing is exclusive of tax and gratuity. A $500.00 minimum applies.

Happy Hour in The Living Room

Available Sunday through Thursday; 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Join us for food and drink specials in The Living Room.

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival

July 13 - August 26, 2012; 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday through Sunday evenings
$20 to $85

Imagine your toes in the sand, a fantastic bottle of wine nearby, a gourmet meal in hand and first-class entertainment with your friends and family before you...all while basking in a perfect Lake Tahoe sunset. You’re not dreaming, you’re experiencing the enchantment of the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival at Sand Harbor State Park. Shakespeare’s The Two Gentlemen of Verona is sure to enchant the entire family. Bosom buddies Valentine and Proteus are Verona’s closest comrades, but their friendship is put to the ultimate test when Proteus forsakes his beloved Julia and competes for the affections of Valentine’s newfound love, the strong-willed Silvia. Teeming with high comic scenes and rich, romantic language, Two Gents displays Shakespeare’s copious comic powers at their hilarious height. For more information, click here.

Reservations Required


Kings Beach Music on the Beach

Friday nights; 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
This free music series kicks runs every Friday at the Kings Beach State Recreation Area.

Star Gazing Tour: Shooting Stars & Comets

August 10, 11, 18, 24, 25, 31, 2012; 8:15 p.m.

Experience the starry sky above Northstar! Join us for a unique and educational night under the stars with a poem reading, a fun space quiz with prizes, a laser tour of the stars and constellations and a telescopic viewing. Bring a child’s curiosity and plenty of questions for an evening of wonder and awe. Learn more

Adults $30 to $65 / Children 12 & Under $15 to $30

Reservations Required

Tahoe City Lakeside Movie Series

Wednesday, August 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2012; Dusk
Enjoy movies on the beach in Tahoe City on Commons Beach. Bring blankets or low back chairs and flashlights.
August 1: Surf’s Up–PG (85 min)
August 8: Big Miracle – PG (114 min)
August 15: Hugo – PG (126 min)
August 22: Puss in Boots – PG (90 min)
August 29: Dolphin Tale –PG (112 min)
Complimentary

Concerts at Commons Beach in Tahoe City

Sunday, August 5, 12, 19, 26, 2012; 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Enjoy free, live music every Sunday afternoon on Commons Beach in Tahoe City. We advise that you arrive early to get a good seat and enjoy the show. Visit the concert website www.concertsatcommonsbeach.com for more information.

Art & Architecture Tour

Available Thursdays at 2 p.m.

On this complimentary one-hour tour, you will learn about the unique architectural and design elements of The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe and highlights of the more distinctive works of art throughout the resort. Custom tours are also available upon request with 24 hour advance notice, based upon availability.

Just for Kids Indoor Campout


Designed for children ages 4 to 10, the Indoor Campout package brings the fun and excitement of a camping experience to the comfort of your guest room. Package includes a 3’x5’ tent complete with Ritz-Carlton linens and featherbed, activity book with crayons, camp light, Ritz-Carlton teddy bear and a s’mores kit that can be enjoyed by the whole family at the Fire Pit. Package is based upon availability; advance reservations are strongly recommended. There is a maximum of two tent packages per room.

$100 per child

More details

Lake Tahoe Activity Highlights


Looking for even more things to see and do on your visit to Lake Tahoe? The Weekly captures the spirit of Tahoe and the things that make Tahoe one of the top destination resorts – the boundless recreational opportunities, local events and festivals, entertainment, dining, the arts and lots of information our readers need to have fun.

For highlights on additional activities throughout the Lake Tahoe Region, click here.

Summer Activity Options

June through September, 2012
During the summer season, outdoor adventure abounds with hiking and mountain biking, vintage wooden boat tours, beaches, waters sports, golf and more. Click here to explore all there is to see and do this summer in Lake Tahoe.
  

Tour De Tahoe - Big Blue Bike Ride around Lake Tahoe

Sunday, September 9, 2012 at 6:30 a.m.

Lake Tahoe -- Big Blue, as it is referred to by many -- is North America’s Largest Alpine Lake and the Jewel of the High Sierra. Experience the adventure of riding your bicycle around her 72-mile shoreline by participating in the 10th Annual Tour de Tahoe – Bike Big Blue. This is your chance to ride around Lake Tahoe at Summer’s end offering fresh mountain air, incredible scenic beauty, great food & entertainment and managed and supported by one of the most experienced bicycle event management teams in the West.

Click here for more information.

Old Greenwood Gold Academy Half Day Golf School

September 7, 21, and 30, 2012

9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (9/21 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.)
$225 per person

This four-hour Golf Academy session offers individualized instruction in a small group setting with just four students per instructor. Computerized video analysis, training aids and drills are utilized to correct your full swing problems or help you reach a new level. Optional lunch and a round of golf is available for an additional $100.00 per person. For more information, click here.

Special Occasion with the Chef de Cuisine

Nightly

Celebrate a special occasion for up to six guests with the Chef de Cuisine in Manzanita. Your evening begins with a private pick up from your home or hotel (within a 15-mile radius of the resort). Upon arrival to the resort, you and your guests will be seated at the private Chef's Table adjacent to the exposition kitchen in Manzanita. The chef de cuisine will then prepare a seven-course tasting menu reflecting the innovative offerings of Manzanita, personally introducing each course.

$165 per person. Pricing is exclusive of tax and gratuity. Food & beverage minimum of $800 applies.

Advance reservations are required and are based upon availability.
  

Autumn Food & Wine Festival

Friday, September 7 through Sunday, September 9, 2012

Enjoy three full days of cooking seminars and demonstrations, culinary competitions, wine tastings, grape stomp, and more at the 27th annual Lake Tahoe Autumn Food & Wine Festival in the Village at Northstar™. For more information, click here.

Pints & Pies

Daily; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Enjoy a selection of "all you can eat" brick oven pizza and a bottomless mug of the featured draft beer in Manzanita.

$39 per person

The Art of the Cocktail in The Living Room

Friday evenings; 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.


Join us in The Living Room on Friday evenings to discover the art of creating the perfect cocktail where you will be treated to an experience designed to educate, taste and entertain. Price includes a flight of three cocktails and canapés. Ages 21 and over only.

$40 per person
  

The Chef's Table in Manzanita


From $75.00 per person

Designed for intimate dinners of up eight guests, the Chef’s Table is a culinary journey featuring the French-inspired California cuisine of acclaimed chef, Traci Des Jardins. Guest’s will enjoy a private table adjacent to the exposition kitchen and personal interaction with the chef de cuisine, who will prepare a tasting menu reflecting the innovative offerings of Manzanita.

Advance reservations required. Pricing is exclusive of tax and gratuity. A $500.00 minimum applies.

Happy Hour in The Living Room

Available Sunday through Thursday; 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Join us for food and drink specials in The Living Room.

Star Gazing Tour: Tribute to Carl Sagan

September 1, 7, and 8, 2012; 8:15 p.m.

Experience the starry sky above Northstar! Join us for a unique and educational night under the stars with a poem reading, a fun space quiz with prizes, a laser tour of the stars and constellations and a telescopic viewing. Bring a child’s curiosity and plenty of questions for an evening of wonder and awe. Learn more

Adults $30 to $65 / Children 12 & Under $15 to $30

Reservations Required

Concerts at Commons Beach in Tahoe City

Sunday, September 2 and 9, 2012

Enjoy free, live music every Sunday afternoon on Commons Beach in Tahoe City. We advise that you arrive early to get a good seat and enjoy the show. Visit the concert website www.concertsatcommonsbeach.com for more information.

September 2:  4 p.m. to 7 p.m. 
September 9:  2 p.m. to 5 p.m.


Art & Architecture Tour

Available Thursdays at 2 p.m.

On this complimentary one-hour tour, you will learn about the unique architectural and design elements of The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe and highlights of the more distinctive works of art throughout the resort. Custom tours are also available upon request with 24 hour advance notice, based upon availability.

Just for Kids Indoor Campout


Designed for children ages 4 to 10, the Indoor Campout package brings the fun and excitement of a camping experience to the comfort of your guest room. Package includes a 3’x5’ tent complete with Ritz-Carlton linens and featherbed, activity book with crayons, camp light, Ritz-Carlton teddy bear and a s’mores kit that can be enjoyed by the whole family at the Fire Pit. Package is based upon availability; advance reservations are strongly recommended. There is a maximum of two tent packages per room.

$100 per child

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Lake Tahoe Activity Highlights


Looking for even more things to see and do on your visit to Lake Tahoe? The Weekly captures the spirit of Tahoe and the things that make Tahoe one of the top destination resorts – the boundless recreational opportunities, local events and festivals, entertainment, dining, the arts and lots of information our readers need to have fun.

For highlights on additional activities throughout the Lake Tahoe Region, click here.

Special Occasion with the Chef de Cuisine

Nightly

Celebrate a special occasion for up to six guests with the Chef de Cuisine in Manzanita. Your evening begins with a private pick up from your home or hotel (within a 15-mile radius of the resort). Upon arrival to the resort, you and your guests will be seated at the private Chef's Table adjacent to the exposition kitchen in Manzanita. The chef de cuisine will then prepare a seven-course tasting menu reflecting the innovative offerings of Manzanita, personally introducing each course.

$165 per person. Pricing is exclusive of tax and gratuity. Food & beverage minimum of $800 applies.

Advance reservations are required and are based upon availability.
  

Donner Party Hike

October 13-14, 2012

Featuring a guided interpretive hike showcasing the spectacular beauty of Donner Summit including lunch and a historic speak presentation on Saturday with guided walking tours focused specifically on the Donner Party on Sunday. For more information, click here.
  

Lake Tahoe Restaurant Week

October 7 - 14, 2012

Take a culinary journey through North Lake Tahoe with various restaurants featuring three-course, prix-fixe menus for $20, $30 and $40 per person. For more information, click here.

Pints & Pies

Daily; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Enjoy a selection of "all you can eat" brick oven pizza and a bottomless mug of the featured draft beer in Manzanita.

$39 per person

The Art of the Cocktail in The Living Room

Friday evenings; 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.


Join us in The Living Room on Friday evenings to discover the art of creating the perfect cocktail where you will be treated to an experience designed to educate, taste and entertain. Price includes a flight of three cocktails and canapés. Ages 21 and over only.

$40 per person
  

The Chef's Table in Manzanita


From $75.00 per person

Designed for intimate dinners of up eight guests, the Chef’s Table is a culinary journey featuring the French-inspired California cuisine of acclaimed chef, Traci Des Jardins. Guest’s will enjoy a private table adjacent to the exposition kitchen and personal interaction with the chef de cuisine, who will prepare a tasting menu reflecting the innovative offerings of Manzanita.

Advance reservations required. Pricing is exclusive of tax and gratuity. A $500.00 minimum applies.

Happy Hour in The Living Room

Available Sunday through Thursday; 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Join us for food and drink specials in The Living Room.

Historical Haunted Walking Tour in Downtown Truckee

October 19-20, 2012 at 5:45 p.m.

Tour the most historic and fascinating haunts in town.Old timers will tell historic tales of the Wild West, ladies of nocturnal delight will sing a tune and entertaining characters will share titillating folklore along the nearly two hour walk. Covering Truckee’s most historic sites, the tour will entertain guests from near and far with spooky legends and unsolved mysteries. Tours begin at 5:45 p.m. Begin at Moody’s Bistro & Lounge (10007 Bridge Street). $30 includes lively tour and a glass of wine or non-alcoholic beverage of your choice.

"Behind the Scenes" Kitchen Tour

October 1 to November 19, 2012
Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 3 p.m. / Sundays at 10 a.m.

Complimentary

Enjoy this exclusive “behind the scenes” look at the kitchens of The Ritz-Carlton. Guests will start in Manzanita and be lead by a member of the culinary team on a tour of the kitchens throughout the resort. This complimentary 30 minute tour will be available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 3 p.m. and Sundays at 10 a.m. from October 1 to November 19, 2012.

Art & Architecture Tour

Available Thursdays at 2 p.m.

On this complimentary one-hour tour, you will learn about the unique architectural and design elements of The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe and highlights of the more distinctive works of art throughout the resort. Custom tours are also available upon request with 24 hour advance notice, based upon availability.

Just for Kids Indoor Campout


Designed for children ages 4 to 10, the Indoor Campout package brings the fun and excitement of a camping experience to the comfort of your guest room. Package includes a 3’x5’ tent complete with Ritz-Carlton linens and featherbed, activity book with crayons, camp light, Ritz-Carlton teddy bear and a s’mores kit that can be enjoyed by the whole family at the Fire Pit. Package is based upon availability; advance reservations are strongly recommended. There is a maximum of two tent packages per room.

$100 per child

More details

Lake Tahoe Activity Highlights


Looking for even more things to see and do on your visit to Lake Tahoe? The Weekly captures the spirit of Tahoe and the things that make Tahoe one of the top destination resorts – the boundless recreational opportunities, local events and festivals, entertainment, dining, the arts and lots of information our readers need to have fun.

For highlights on additional activities throughout the Lake Tahoe Region, click here.

Special Occasion with the Chef de Cuisine

Nightly

Celebrate a special occasion for up to six guests with the Chef de Cuisine in Manzanita. Your evening begins with a private pick up from your home or hotel (within a 15-mile radius of the resort). Upon arrival to the resort, you and your guests will be seated at the private Chef's Table adjacent to the exposition kitchen in Manzanita. The chef de cuisine will then prepare a seven-course tasting menu reflecting the innovative offerings of Manzanita, personally introducing each course.

$165 per person. Pricing is exclusive of tax and gratuity. Food & beverage minimum of $800 applies.

Advance reservations are required and are based upon availability.

Pints & Pies

Daily; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Enjoy a selection of "all you can eat" brick oven pizza and a bottomless mug of the featured draft beer in Manzanita.

$39 per person

The Art of the Cocktail in The Living Room

Friday evenings; 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.


Join us in The Living Room on Friday evenings to discover the art of creating the perfect cocktail where you will be treated to an experience designed to educate, taste and entertain. Price includes a flight of three cocktails and canapés. Ages 21 and over only.

$40 per person
  

The Chef's Table in Manzanita


From $75.00 per person

Designed for intimate dinners of up eight guests, the Chef’s Table is a culinary journey featuring the French-inspired California cuisine of acclaimed chef, Traci Des Jardins. Guest’s will enjoy a private table adjacent to the exposition kitchen and personal interaction with the chef de cuisine, who will prepare a tasting menu reflecting the innovative offerings of Manzanita.

Advance reservations required. Pricing is exclusive of tax and gratuity. A $500.00 minimum applies.

Happy Hour in The Living Room

Available Sunday through Thursday; 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Join us for food and drink specials in The Living Room.

"Behind the Scenes" Kitchen Tour

October 1 to November 19, 2012
Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 3 p.m. / Sundays at 10 a.m.

Complimentary

Enjoy this exclusive “behind the scenes” look at the kitchens of The Ritz-Carlton. Guests will start in Manzanita and be lead by a member of the culinary team on a tour of the kitchens throughout the resort. This complimentary 30 minute tour will be available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 3 p.m. and Sundays at 10 a.m. from October 1 to November 19, 2012.

Art & Architecture Tour

Available Thursdays at 2 p.m.

On this complimentary one-hour tour, you will learn about the unique architectural and design elements of The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe and highlights of the more distinctive works of art throughout the resort. Custom tours are also available upon request with 24 hour advance notice, based upon availability.

Just for Kids Indoor Campout


Designed for children ages 4 to 10, the Indoor Campout package brings the fun and excitement of a camping experience to the comfort of your guest room. Package includes a 3’x5’ tent complete with Ritz-Carlton linens and featherbed, activity book with crayons, camp light, Ritz-Carlton teddy bear and a s’mores kit that can be enjoyed by the whole family at the Fire Pit. Package is based upon availability; advance reservations are strongly recommended. There is a maximum of two tent packages per room.

$100 per child

More details

Lake Tahoe Activity Highlights


Looking for even more things to see and do on your visit to Lake Tahoe? The Weekly captures the spirit of Tahoe and the things that make Tahoe one of the top destination resorts – the boundless recreational opportunities, local events and festivals, entertainment, dining, the arts and lots of information our readers need to have fun.

For highlights on additional activities throughout the Lake Tahoe Region, click here.

Special Occasion with the Chef de Cuisine

Nightly

Celebrate a special occasion for up to six guests with the Chef de Cuisine in Manzanita. Your evening begins with a private pick up from your home or hotel (within a 15-mile radius of the resort). Upon arrival to the resort, you and your guests will be seated at the private Chef's Table adjacent to the exposition kitchen in Manzanita. The chef de cuisine will then prepare a seven-course tasting menu reflecting the innovative offerings of Manzanita, personally introducing each course.

$165 per person. Pricing is exclusive of tax and gratuity. Food & beverage minimum of $800 applies.

Advance reservations are required and are based upon availability.

Pints & Pies

Daily; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Enjoy a selection of "all you can eat" brick oven pizza and a bottomless mug of the featured draft beer in Manzanita.

$39 per person

The Art of the Cocktail in The Living Room

Friday evenings; 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.


Join us in The Living Room on Friday evenings to discover the art of creating the perfect cocktail where you will be treated to an experience designed to educate, taste and entertain. Price includes a flight of three cocktails and canapés. Ages 21 and over only.

$40 per person
  

The Chef's Table in Manzanita


From $75.00 per person

Designed for intimate dinners of up eight guests, the Chef’s Table is a culinary journey featuring the French-inspired California cuisine of acclaimed chef, Traci Des Jardins. Guest’s will enjoy a private table adjacent to the exposition kitchen and personal interaction with the chef de cuisine, who will prepare a tasting menu reflecting the innovative offerings of Manzanita.

Advance reservations required. Pricing is exclusive of tax and gratuity. A $500.00 minimum applies.

Art & Architecture Tour

Available Thursdays at 2 p.m.

On this complimentary one-hour tour, you will learn about the unique architectural and design elements of The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe and highlights of the more distinctive works of art throughout the resort. Custom tours are also available upon request with 24 hour advance notice, based upon availability.

Just for Kids Indoor Campout


Designed for children ages 4 to 10, the Indoor Campout package brings the fun and excitement of a camping experience to the comfort of your guest room. Package includes a 3’x5’ tent complete with Ritz-Carlton linens and featherbed, activity book with crayons, camp light, Ritz-Carlton teddy bear and a s’mores kit that can be enjoyed by the whole family at the Fire Pit. Package is based upon availability; advance reservations are strongly recommended. There is a maximum of two tent packages per room.

$100 per child

More details

Lake Tahoe Activity Highlights


Looking for even more things to see and do on your visit to Lake Tahoe? The Weekly captures the spirit of Tahoe and the things that make Tahoe one of the top destination resorts – the boundless recreational opportunities, local events and festivals, entertainment, dining, the arts and lots of information our readers need to have fun.

For highlights on additional activities throughout the Lake Tahoe Region, click here.

  

The Chef's Table in Manzanita


From $75.00 per person

Designed for intimate dinners of up eight guests, the Chef’s Table is a culinary journey featuring the French-inspired California cuisine of acclaimed chef, Traci Des Jardins. Guest’s will enjoy a private table adjacent to the exposition kitchen and personal interaction with the chef de cuisine, who will prepare a tasting menu reflecting the innovative offerings of Manzanita.

Advance reservations required. Pricing is exclusive of tax and gratuity. A $500.00 minimum applies.

Art & Architecture Tour

Available Thursdays at 2 p.m.

On this complimentary one-hour tour, you will learn about the unique architectural and design elements of The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe and highlights of the more distinctive works of art throughout the resort. Custom tours are also available upon request with 24 hour advance notice, based upon availability.

Just for Kids Indoor Campout


Designed for children ages 4 to 10, the Indoor Campout package brings the fun and excitement of a camping experience to the comfort of your guest room. Package includes a 3’x5’ tent complete with Ritz-Carlton linens and featherbed, activity book with crayons, camp light, Ritz-Carlton teddy bear and a s’mores kit that can be enjoyed by the whole family at the Fire Pit. Package is based upon availability; advance reservations are strongly recommended. There is a maximum of two tent packages per room.

$100 per child

More details

Lake Tahoe Activity Highlights


Looking for even more things to see and do on your visit to Lake Tahoe? The Weekly captures the spirit of Tahoe and the things that make Tahoe one of the top destination resorts – the boundless recreational opportunities, local events and festivals, entertainment, dining, the arts and lots of information our readers need to have fun.

For highlights on additional activities throughout the Lake Tahoe Region, click here.