Embrace the enchantment of the winter season in our charming mountain town of Incline Village and Crystal Bay, Nevada! The beloved Northern Lights Festival is back, and it’s lighting up our community with holiday spirit from now until the year’s end. Thanks to our generous lighting sponsors, Incline Village shines brightly with festive lights, casting a warm glow on Tahoe Boulevard and at homes and businesses all around town.
Northern Lights is our community’s winter holiday celebration, featuring a calendar of festive, heartwarming events perfect for people of all ages. Festivities kick off the first week in December with the Northern Lights Opening Weekend, a community celebration featuring the Tahoe Film Fest, North Tahoe Community Choir concerts, Holiday Markets, Brunch with Santa, and the annual Northern Lights Community Celebration at UNR at Lake Tahoe’s Prim Library.
From twinkling lights to live music and family gatherings, the first week of December sets the stage for a month-long holiday experience that brings Incline Village and Crystal Bay to life.
Northern Lights Event Calendar
IVCBA will continue to add and highlight events throughout the season so be sure to consult the calendar to make your plans and be in the know!
Make sure your event is included!
MEMBERS: be sure to add your event to the IVCBA events calendar via your info hub to have your events included on the Northern Lights pages
NON MEMBERS: Want to have your event included? Reach out to or join IVCBA today.
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Dec. 4 - 7
Dec. 4-7Dec. 8 - 20
Dec. 13 - 20Dec. 13 & 14Dec. 14First Night of Hanukkah
Dec. 21 - 27
Dec. 21 - 27Dec. 24 & 25Dec. 28 - Jan. 1
Dec. 28 - 30
Signature Events
Festivities kick off in early December and run all the way through New Year’s Eve!
Northern Lights Community Celebration
The beloved holiday tradition once known as Candy Cane Lane + Village has blossomed into the Northern Lights Holiday Community Giving Tree Event hosted by IVCBA, UNR Lake Tahoe, and IVGID, which brings the community together in the spirit of giving. Enjoy the new Giving Tree Forest, showcasing decorated trees from local nonprofits and service clubs that highlight ways to give back. Families can delight in Santa and Mrs. Claus’ fire-engine arrival, festive crafts, and a scavenger hunt, while teens and adults explore interactive tables, music, and “Cocoa with the Captain.” The celebration concludes with a tree lighting and the announcement of the Giving Tree contest winners—a joyful, meaningful kickoff to the holiday season.
Jingle & Mingle Holiday Shopping Event
One dedicated festive day for your holiday sip and shopping!
Join your community for the Jingle & Mingle holiday event! Wander through Incline Village, to experience festive lights and decor, unique shops, and local vendors offering one-of-a-kind gifts. Enjoy warm drinks and delightful holiday treats as you explore charming shopping opportunities throughout the village. Don’t miss out on a chance to shop local and spread the holiday cheer!
Check out the Jingle & Mingle page for participants and promotions.
Tahoe Phil performs Handel's Messiah
Performed by Tahoe Philharmonic Classical Orchestra, Chorus & Touring Artists at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Incline Village.
Tahoe Film Festival
The premiere section of our programming are environmental films. We try to locate new and important environmental films to showcase as a way of not only educating our young people, but to celebrate the efforts of everyone who helps to maintain the beauty of such a pristine lake and its surroundings.
