Truckee is a charming mountain town located in California just west of the Nevada state line. Visitors enjoy swimming and boating in Donner Lake and skiing on the mountains . Truckee is an ideal stop for drivers going over Donner Pass. More information about Truckee, California.
Bar of America
530-587-2626
10040 Donner Pass Road, Truckee
Bar of America is a restaurant and bar located in a historic 1891 building that has previously housed a hotel, a bus station and a bank. Bar of America offers two spaces for events. The bar area accommodates seated meals with up to 75 people or receptions with up to 150 people with a stage and dance floor. The dining room accommodates seated meals with up to 45 people or receptions with up to 80 people. Both rooms can be rented together for larger events.
Cottonwood Restaurant and Bar
530-587-5711
1042 Rue Hilltop, Truckee
Cottonwood Restaurant and Bar is located in a historic 1928 building that was formed out of salvaged railroad ties. The restaurant has a large dining room, a full bar, and a deck with space for parties and events.
Coyote Moon Golf Course
530-587-0886
10685 Northwoods Boulevard, Truckee
Coyote Moon Golf Course is located on a beautiful 250 acre property with rolling hills, pines, and a creek. The golf course is available for tournaments with up to 156 players. Weddings and banquets can also be accommodated on the property.
Donner Memorial State Park
530-582-7892
12593 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee
Donner Memorial State Park is located on the east side of Donner Lake and includes 2.5 miles of lake frontage. The park has a visitor’s center with a museum that includes information about the Donner Party and the area’s history, trails, a cross country ski route, and a campground. The park has picnic facilities available for events.
Hampton Inn and Suites
888-587-1197
11951 State Route 267, Truckee
Hampton Inn and Suites is a 109 guestroom hotel with 36 suites, a business center, a fitness center, a swimming pool, and a hot tub. The hotel has indoor and outdoor function space available for events. The Sierra Room accommodates up to 70 people.
Kid Zone Museum
530-587-5437
11711 Donner Pass Road, Truckee
Kid Zone Museum is a children’s museum full of fun, interactive, and educational exhibits. The museum offers birthday party packages for up to 20 kids including use of the party room. The entire museum and nature center accommodate events with up to 80 people. The nature center accommodates up to 60 people.
The Lodge
530-587-9455
12850 Northwoods Boulevard, Truckee
The Lodge at Tahoe Donner is a friendly neighborhood bistro with floor to ceiling windows highlighting great views of the mountains. The lodge is available for banquets, weddings, and other events.
Northstar at Tahoe
800-466-6784
100 Northstar Dr, Truckee
Northstar at Tahoe has conference space and meeting rooms available for events including weddings, receptions, reunions, parties, meetings, and conferences. The Basque Room includes two rooms, measuring 350 and 600 square feet, with a built in bar. The sophisticated Boardroom is 930 square feet with a built in screen. The square shaped Laurel Room is 950 square feet and can be combined with the Martis and Sierra Room for larger events. The Martis Room is 1,050 square feet. The Sierra Room is 700 square feet. TC’s Pub is 2,500 square feet and can accommodate up to 130 people. The spacious Aspen Room is 3,000 square feet and available June through October. The Overlook Pavilion is 1,500 square feet also available June through October. The Martis Valley Grille Deck on the Golf Course can accommodate up to 60 people outdoors. The resort has group rates for lodging, skiing, and golf.
Pianeta
530-587-4694
10096 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee
Pianeta is an Italian restaurant located in Old Downtown Truckee. The restaurant has private dining spaces available for events.
Ponderosa Golf Course
530-587-3501
10040 Reynold Way, Truckee
Ponderosa Golf Course is a publicly owned golf course with practice greens, a pro shop, and a snack bar. The golf course is available for tournaments.
The Ritz Carlton Lake Tahoe
530-562-3000
13031 Ritz Carlton Highlands Ct, Truckee
The Ritz Carlton Lake Tahoe is a luxurious resort hotel with restaurants, a spa, and a swimming pool. The hotel’s 6,600 square feet dividable Ritz-Carlton Ballroom accommodates up to 520 people. The 2,313 square feet Ballroom Foyer accommodates up to 168 people. The 3,002 square feet Pines Ballroom accommodates up to 235 people. The 1,803 square feet Pines Foyer accommodates up to 140 people. The 544 square feet Whitebark Room accommodates up to 43 people. The 462 square feet Bristlecone Room seats 14 people. The 240 square feet Sugar Pine Room seats 10 people. Outdoor settings are also available for weddings and events with up to 400 people.
West End Beach
530-582-7777
15888 S Shore Dr, Truckee
West End Beach is a 10 acre day use area located on the West Shore of Donner Lake. The beach features a basketball court, a tennis court, volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, playgrounds, and a swimming area. A covered picnic pavilion and group picnic sites are available to reserve for events.
Take Home Gifts
Once you decide on a venue for your event, there are lots of other decisions that you will need to make. Here is a suggestion: instead of the usual goody bags, why not send guests home with something that will really provide them with a memory of your event? Photos from one of our photo booths and the always fun flip-books make great take-home souvenirs.
More Locations
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