Spring Holds On, Playoff Hockey Hits Tahoe
Truckee / North Tahoe This Week | April 27 – May 3, 2026
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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE
Palisades Tahoe is the last resort standing in the Tahoe Basin, with lifts expected to spin into early–mid May after a strong April.
The Tahoe Knight Monsters host Games 3, 4, and possibly 5 this week at Tahoe Blue Event Center.
Cushing Crossing returns Saturday at Palisades Tahoe (1pm), the classic spring pond skim with costumes, big sends, and plenty of chaos. Weather turns ideal after Monday, with a warm, sunny stretch Tuesday–Saturday.
Boatworks Mall in Tahoe City is facing foreclosure amid redevelopment challenges.
Voter guides arriving now; ballots mail May 4.
Truckee’s first-ever State of the Community event is set for May 14.
Gray’s Crossing Golf Course opened April 24 - earliest in its history.
WEATHER OUTLOOK
Mon (Apr 27): Rain/snow showers → clearing. High ~49°F
Tue: Slight chance of showers → mostly sunny. High ~57°F
Wed: Sunny. High ~65°F
Thu: Sunny. High ~67°F
Fri: Sunny. High ~71°F
Sat: Mostly sunny. High ~69°F
Sun: Slight chance of showers. High ~62°F
Bottom line: Classic Tahoe spring stretch after Monday clears out.
LOCAL NEWS AND COMMUNITY UPDATES
Community & Regional
Boatworks Mall facing foreclosure - Owner MJD Capital Partners has defaulted on a $15M loan and owes back taxes. The property is currently under environmental review for redevelopment.
Knight Monsters make the playoffs - Tahoe’s ECHL team returns to the postseason, hosting home games this week.
Wildfire-driven deforestation concerns rising - New UC Davis research highlights California’s increasing wildfire-driven forest loss.
Business & Development
Local Government
State of the Community (May 14, 5:00–6:30pm, Alder Creek Middle School, 10931 Alder Dr, Truckee) - A new annual forum bringing together ~14 local agencies to share updates on key projects and priorities across housing, infrastructure, public safety, and community services. Free, open to the public, with Spanish interpretation and childcare available.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Tuesday, April 28
Kings Beach Parking Management Virtual Meeting (5:30–6:30pm, Zoom)
Placer County discusses employee parking solutions and summer program updates ahead of peak season.
Wednesday, April 29
How to Run for Office Workshop #1 (10:00am-2:30pm, Truckee Town Hall / Chamber offices, Truckee) - Intro workshop for prospective local candidates ahead of the June 2 election.
Knight Monsters Playoff Game 3 (7:00pm, Tahoe Blue Event Center, Stateline)- Tahoe hosts the #1-seeded Kansas City Mavericks in Game 3 of the Kelly Cup Playoffs.
Thursday, April 30
Open Mic Night (6:00–9:00pm, Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar, 10142 Rue Hilltop, Truckee) - Weekly open mic hosted by Tahoe Truckee School of Music. All skill levels welcome.
Knight Monsters Playoff Game 4 (7:00pm, Tahoe Blue Event Center, Stateline) - Second home game of the playoff series.
Friday, May 1
Truckee Community Dog Photo Shoot (8:30-9:00am, Boca Reservoir, Truckee) - Community dog photo for the upcoming Truckee Magazine summer issue.
MusicWings Performing Arts Showcase (5:30-7:30pm, Truckee Community Arts Center, Truckee) - Annual showcase celebrating youth music and performing arts programs.
Saturday, May 2
Cushing Crossing (1:00-3:00pm, Cushing Pond, Palisades Tahoe) - The classic Tahoe pond skim…costumes, big sends, and plenty of crashes as skiers and riders attempt to skim across Cushing Pond. Rescheduled for it’s original date!
Truckee Art Walk (4:00–7:00pm, Downtown Truckee) - Monthly art walk featuring local galleries and artists.
Knight Monsters Playoff Game 5 (if necessary) (7:00pm, Tahoe Blue Event Center, Stateline) - Potential Game 5 if the series extends.
Sunday, May 3
Kiwanis Club of North Lake Tahoe 34th Annual Community Benefit Auction & Wine Tasting (2:00–4:30pm, Sunnyside Restaurant & Lodge, 1850 W Lake Blvd, Tahoe City)
One of the region’s top community fundraisers featuring wine tastings from multiple wineries, appetizers, and a live + silent auction with $50K+ in items. Proceeds support local youth programs, scholarships, and community initiatives.
SKI REPORT
Palisades Tahoe — OPEN
~360” season total
No closing date set
Spring conditions: firm mornings, corn mid-day, soft afternoons.
AVALANCHE FORECAST
Firm mornings → rapid warming → wet instability by afternoon.
LOCAL TIP OF THE WEEK
Two-sport season is here: ski in the morning, bike or golf in the afternoon.
LOOKING AHEAD
State of the Community — May 14
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