South Lake Tahoe activities to wrap up 2018

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Shore is full of activity as visitors and locals alike say goodbye to 2018 and welcome in 2019.

Heavenly Holidays at the Village continues until December 31 with ice skating shows starring Disney characters, ice sculptures, a Ferris Wheel, virtual reality activity, ski simulator, magic shows, symphony orchestra, a Heavenly Rail Jam and the big finale with a Rockin New Year’s Eve celebration featuring a fireworks show and bands playing on the top of the Village garage staring at 3:30 p.m. and ending with a special performance by Mark McGrath of the Sugar Ray band. Downloadable schedule for the whole week's activities is HERE.

The Heavenly Village New Year's Rockin' Eve schedule (admission is free):

● 3:00-4:30 p.m. - DJ CashMaster
● 4:30-5:30 p.m. - Garage Boys
● 5:45-6:16 p.m. - Surprise guest - Do not miss!
● 6:15-7:15 p.m. - Garage Boys
● 7:30-8:45 p.m. - Journey Revisited
● 8:45-9:10 p.m. - Celebrity icon Mark McGrath , from the hot, new TV series, “Celebrity Big Brother,” and a couple of his bandmates from his band Sugar Ray, will perform a five-song set and New Year’s Eve countdown!
● 9:00 p.m. - Don’t miss the best New Year's Eve Fireworks Show yet in the Heavenly Village.

December 26 - 31, 2018, 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Heavenly Holidays Carnival, just the right size for young visitors. HEAVENLY EXPRESS - Admission: $4, Location: Base of the Gondola along Highway 50. There are two trains running all afternoon and evening. Start at the holiday-inspired “train depot,” located at the gigantic Christmas tree. Passengers will enjoy stops along the ride for cookies and hot cocoa. There is also the TAHOE SOUTH FERRIS WHEEL - Admission: $5, Location; Base of the Gondola Highway 50. Enjoy views day and night. It will be hard to miss and will be located just west of the Christmas tree.

SnowGlobe Music Festival - The 9th annual SnowGlobe will be held from December 29-31 at the South Lake Tahoe Community Fields on Al Tahoe Blvd. Combining the world's best musicians with the world's best snow conditions, the SnowGlobe Music Festival is a one-of-a-kind experience that offers the ultimate fusion: music and mountains. With multiple stages of world-class musicians, the live music at SnowGlobe is sure to satisfy thousands of music fans. Skiers, snowboarders, and music lovers will find the ultimate escape. For tickets and lineup - http://snowglobemusicfestival.com/home.

Special New Year's Eve events -

2019 New Year's Eve Celebration at The Loft in Heavenly Village, complete with food, drink, music, decorations, party favors, LIVE DJ's, midnight countdown, and more! The event is from 8:30 p.m. until 2:00 a.m. New Year's Day. All packages include:

Passed plate heavy hors d'oeuvres
Hosted well-drinks, wine, and beer from 8:30p-10:30p.
Champagne toast at midnight
Decorations, Party Favors, Noise Makers, Confetti
DJ/Emcee (Music: chill/deep house early, to fun high-energy top-40 dance music, R&B, and classic dance floor favorites)
Firework Viewing from Village Bar & Grill Patio at 9:00p
For tickets - https://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/1635803

Luxury has arrived to Lake Tahoe this New Year’s Eve, and the paparazzi have been tipped off. Local residents and Lodge guests alike are cordially invited to welcome 2019 in impeccable style at Edgewood Tahoe’s first annual NYE Black & White Ball. Harkening back to the days of lively jazz bars, old Hollywood and tuxedos, this red carpet event will transport the property’s Clubhouse to another era where guests can enjoy culinary excellence, an 8-piece band and a swanky lounge complete with cigar rolling and cognac tasting. For tickets - https://edgewoodtahoe.tix.com/Schedule.aspx?OrgNum=3776&Tooltip=N.

Hard Rock Lake Tahoe - Three different venues for celebrating the New Year. Party like a Rockstar Dance Party featuring Steel Breeze at Vinyl inside the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe. 10:00 pm. Includes NYE Countdown, Champagne Toast, Live Band, LED Bracelet, NYE Swag, & Private Showroom Bar in our indoor venue. 21+. Tickets HERE.

Light up the Plaza at Hard Rock - 9:00 p.m. Enjoy live music by DJ EyeQue until the ball drops with people of all ages outside in the plaza. Free.

9:30 pm, Party on the Patio at Hard Rock Hotel Lake Tahoe, Includes VIP access to Alpine Union Patio next to the firepits, and a complimentary drink and Champagne toast. 21+. Tickets.

Harrah's Tahoe - 9:00 pm - 4:00 am, Ring in 2019 at the Top Of The World, PEEK NIGHTCLUB Lake Tahoe. This year promises to be the party of a lifetime as they showcase their inaugural Black Diamond Ball. Listen as DJs spin your favorite dance music and aerialists perform over your head. Tickets HERE.

MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa - All that Glitters - Join the biggest New Year's Eve Celebration in South Lake Tahoe inside Montbleu. Two mega parties in the Montbleu Showroom & Opal Nightclub. One price for both venues/parties. Dress to Impress. Doors open at 9:00 p.m. Tickets HERE.

M.S. Dixie II - Ring in the New Year aboard the M.S. Dixie ll! Their New Year's Eve cruise celebration includes an excellent three-course dinner, live music with dancing and special celebrations. Space is limited. MS Dixie II will begin celebrating the New Year at 6:00 pm and returning at 9:00 pm from Zephyr Cove Resort, Lake Tahoe. The cost of the cruise is $160 for adults and $80 for children. Tickets HERE.