The highlight of Lake Tahoe’s summer season, these elegant affairs pair renowned chefs and vintners to create the most memorable special events. These popular fundraisers offer a unique composition of wine, cuisine, castle tours, the glorious grounds, panoramic sunsets, and unparalleled auction and raffle items. Each event always sells out so make your reservations early!
This elegant, gourmet dinner pairs a celebrated California winemaker, K.R. Rombauer from Rombauer Vineyards, with two of the finest regional chefs, Liberty Food & Wine Exchange Chefs Mark Estee and Geoffrey Calliger, to present a seated*, full-course evening in Thunderbird Lodge’s Lighthouse Room. Yes, it's true - the sunset views of Lake Tahoe are unparalleled!
( *To request special seating arrangements please make a note when purchasing tickets in the special request box.)
This elegant, gourmet dinner pairs the celebrated California wines of Arietta Winery, with one the finest regional chefs, Chef Douglas Dale of Wolfdale's, to present a seated*, full-course evening in Thunderbird Lodge’s Lighthouse Room. It will be an unforgettable evening!
( *To request special seating arrangements please make a note when purchasing tickets in the special request box.)
Chef Darren Weston will serve a multi-course Autumn Harvest inspired meal featuring wine from Darcie Kent Vineyards. This will be a seated event served in the Lighthouse Room with spectacular views of the lake.
Buy Tickets Online ENHANCE YOUR EVENING WITH A VIP CRUISE! See HowThere is no on-site parking at Thunderbird Lodge for this event. Unless you request to arrive by limo, you must use the shuttle transportation which departs from Wells Fargo Private Bank in Incline Village, NV. Wells Fargo Private Bank is located at 938 Tahoe Boulevard in the Raley’s shopping center. Shuttles will depart from the parking lot promptly at 4:30 p.m.
By prior arrangement, limited on-site parking at Thunderbird Lodge may be available first to the mobility impaired. Otherwise, on-site parking is available only to Thunderbird Flagship and Castle Club members. Members at Admiral levels or above may arrive by boat and tie up at Thunderbird Cove with prior approval.
The shuttle transportation details will be included in your ticket order confirmation email. To request special transportation arrangements simply reply to that email or call 775-832-8750.
Join the Winemaker aboard the Thunderbird Yacht and enjoy a full hour of VIP tasting before the dinner event. As part of this upgrade, you receive:
(Yacht cruise is contingent on weather and conditions. Thunderbird Lake Tahoe reserves the right to reschedule these cruises without notice.)
As our principal fundraising event to preserve Lake Tahoe’s Castle-in-the-Sky and the world famous Thunderbird yacht, Thunderbird Lake Tahoe hosts Dinner Events June through October. Tour this National Historic Site with a glass of wine in hand and share in its legacy while strolling magnificent lawns, gardens, and stone terrace vistas. Certain evenings include a lively auction of exclusive items and events, and an opportunity to purchase selected wines.
To reduce the high cost of credit card fees, Thunderbird prefers payment by check. However, all major credit cards are accepted and you may book online using our secure shopping cart.
Dinners typically conclude by 9 p.m. Dress is business casual with a coat or wrap recommended as Tahoe evenings can turn chilly. Wear comfortable walking shoes. High heels are not recommended when strolling the uneven stone pathways of Thunderbird Lodge.
All ticket sales are final. No refunds, substitutions, or exchanges. All events and programs are subject to change without notice.
For information on the tax-deductible donation portion of each ticket purchased, click here.
All proceeds support the preservation and educational programs of the Thunderbird Lodge Preservation Society, a Nevada non-profit corporation having IRS 501(c)3 tax-exempt status as a public charity (Tax Id 88-0434866).