Pray 4 Pow(der) Party
November 15, 2026 07:00 PM until November 16, 2026 01:00 AM
Pray 4 Pow(der) Party
The mountain is bare. Let's fix that. Tahoe's pre-ski season party at Tessie's, where we pin our snow prayers to the wall until the whole mountain turns white.
- Sunday, November 157:00 PM to 1:00 AM
- Tessie's Cocktails & Chords18 US-50, Stateline, NV
Win your season: Epic Passes and Sierra-at-Tahoe passes
We're giving away season passes all night at the Pray 4 Pow(der) Party:
- 2 Epic Passes
- Sierra-at-Tahoe season passes
- Sierra-at-Tahoe day passes
Your whole season, covered. You have to be there to win.
Tahoe resorts open in mid to late November, and we're not leaving it to chance. Join us at Tessie's in Stateline, just steps from South Lake Tahoe, for a night of live music, winter drinks and a little ritual to summon the season's first big storm. Our Yeti emcee will lead the snow prayers, hype the giveaways and make sure everyone gets their pow-dance in.
Best-dressed contest: go big or stay home
This is the night to pull out the neon one-piece, the ugly sweater your aunt knitted, the full galactic costume or the gear you've been saving for opening day. The more outrageous, the better. Dress to impress the Yeti and take home the best-dressed title.
What's happening
The snow prayer wall
An 8-foot image of Heavenly with no snow. Write your wish for epic storms on a white note and pin it up. By the end of the night, your prayers will cover the mountain in snow.
Live music and a Yeti emcee
Live music all night, with a Yeti calling down the pow between sets.
Season pass and day pass giveaways
Two Epic Passes, Sierra-at-Tahoe season passes and Sierra-at-Tahoe day passes go to lucky guests throughout the night.
Raffle for the Kirkwood Race Team
Win lift tickets and gear from partners like Arbor Snowboards, NIVIS Gear, Tahoe Powder House and Shoreline Board Shop. Proceeds from the raffle and guest tickets go to the Kirkwood Race Team.
Winter drinks
Great drink specials at the bar all night:
- $7 Sierra Nevada Hazy Little Thing pints
- Hugo Spritz specials
- Peppermint schnapps in chocolate-rimmed glasses
- Bottle service packages with winter infusions. Reserve a bottle service package.
Ski patrol, groomers and mountain crews: you're invited
You're the ones who make every powder day happen. Ski patrol, grounds and grooming crews, lifties and mountain operations teams from Heavenly, Kirkwood, Sierra-at-Tahoe and every Tahoe resort are our guests of honor. Come kick off the season with us before the long shifts start.
Event details
- Date
- Sunday, November 15, 2026
- Time
- 7:00 PM to 1:00 AM
- Venue
- Tessie's Cocktails & Chords, 18 US-50, Stateline, NV 89449
- Tickets
- FREE GA · Get tickets
- Giveaways
- 2 Epic Passes, Sierra-at-Tahoe season passes and day passes
- Ages
- [21+ WITH VALID ID]
- Dress code
- Ski gear, ugly sweaters, galactic costumes. Go big for best dressed.
Partners
Presented with Vail Resorts, Heavenly, Kirkwood, Sierra-at-Tahoe, NIVIS Gear, Tahoe Powder House, Showcase Shops, Shoreline Board Shop and Arbor Snowboards.
Drinks poured with Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Angel's Envy and St-Germain. Raffle proceeds support the Kirkwood Ski Team.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Pray 4 Pow(der) Party?
Sunday, November 15, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 1:00 AM at Tessie's Cocktails & Chords, 18 US-50, Stateline, NV.
What passes are you giving away?
Two Epic Passes, plus Sierra-at-Tahoe season passes and Sierra-at-Tahoe day passes, are being given away at the Pray 4 Pow(der) Party.
What should I wear?
Ski gear, ugly sweaters, galactic costumes or any winter outfit. There is a best-dressed contest, so go big.
Where does the money go?
Raffle and guest ticket proceeds go to the Kirkwood Race Team.
Is the event 21 and over?
[CONFIRM AGE POLICY, e.g. Yes, this event is 21+ with valid ID.]
Looking for more things to do in South Lake Tahoe?
Check out upcoming live music and events at Tessie's.