Boo-tiful Tahoe: Your October Halloween Event Guide

With the Sierra wrapped in its glorious fall colors, it’s that magical time again — our annual guide to celebrating the season and enjoying a Boo-tiful Halloween in Truckee and Lake Tahoe!

From hometown costume parades and trick-or-treating through charming neighborhoods to spooky strolls in historic downtown’s haunted halls, there’s no shortage of festivities for ghosts and goblins of every age.

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 FEATURED EVENT: ROTARACT ROUND UP!

The Lodge at Tahoe Donner 

October 25, 2025 | 5:00-8:00PM 

Saddle up for an unforgettable evening at the Rotaract Round Up! Enjoy an elevated night of line dancing with two of Tahoe’s ICONIC instructors, lively swing dancing, and cozy autumn festivities beneath the Truckee stars. Gather ‘round the fire pits, sip something delicious from the bar, and soak in the glow of the heating lamps as the evening comes alive.

✨ FREE ENTRY – Everyone’s welcome!
🤝 In support of Friends of the Truckee Library

Come dance, mingle, and celebrate autumn with your community — yee-haw, we’ll see you there!

TAHOE DONNER FALL FESTIVAL

Northwoods Clubhouse | October 11, 2025

The 14th Annual Fall Festival in the Northwoods Clubhouse has a little something for the entire family and Truckee’s premier family friendly Autumn celebration. The kiddos will  love this event, and you and your pup will, too. There is a doggie dip adventure for your four-legged family members in the Northwoods Pool, pumpkin patch, spooky maze and new this year - axe throwing – to add to thrill and chill of the season!

 HOWL AT THE FULL MOON KAYAK TOUR 

North Lake Tahoe | October 18, 2025

If you ever want to howl at the moon while paddling on a lake, Tahoe Adventure Company is waiting for you!  Make your reservation now to experience a full moon illuminating across the glassy waters of Lake Tahoe. While you paddle, you will learn all about the local lore – and maybe hear about lost drowned souls that never surfaced to the top. BOO!

TAHOE CITY HARVEST FEST 

Tahoe City Community Center | October 19, 2025

This family-friendly festival returns with carnival-style games, bounce houses, a rock wall, hayrides, and more seasonal fun. It’s the perfect way to celebrate autumn in Tahoe City with kids of all ages!

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TRUCKEE HALLOWEEN PARADE

Downtown Truckee | October 24, 2025 

Get your goblins, ghosts and gremlins to the Fire Station on Donner Pass Road by 6:00 pm to be in the top Halloween Parade in the High Sierra! As you and your costumed crew stroll down the street, bystanders and revelers line Donner Pass Road will be cheering you on! Ready for more festive fun, stop by the shops for some tricks and treats for kids of all ages.

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