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Host Your Holiday Party Lakeside
Make your holiday gathering unforgettable with a cozy, festive setting.
Choosing The Idle Hour for your holiday party is an investment in an unforgettable evening.
We genuinely care about every host and every detail, going above and beyond to make sure your holiday celebration feels festive, seamless, and truly memorable from start to finish.
We love the holiday season, and we go the extra mile to make every party feel warm, effortless, and unforgettable — right on the shores of Lake Tahoe.
Spacious indoor Outdoor Lakefront Venue
Friendly Staff & Dedicated Events Manager to Help you Plan and Coordinate Your Special Day
Panoramic Lake views for Your Special Event
Give your team a holiday party with a view!
The Idle Hour’s lakefront venue in South Lake Tahoe is ideal for local business holiday parties, from small office gatherings to full company celebrations, with flexible indoor and outdoor space for up to 70 guests, in-house catering and bar service, and a dedicated events manager to help you plan every detail. With twinkling lake views and a warm, festive atmosphere, it’s an easy way to thank your team and celebrate the season close to home.
Holiday Event Package Starting at – $600
- 3 hours of exclusive use of our full patio and Event Center
- Gorgeous Christmas décor included— Christmas trees and festive seasonal touches throughout the space
- Event setup before your guests arrive
- Friendly event staff to help ensure everything runs smoothly
- Complete breakdown and cleanup after your celebration
- Beverage Service
- Enjoy wine and beer service from Idle Hour (not included in the $600 room rental )
making it easy to toast the season with your guests.
Catering
Choose the option that works best for your event:
Let us cater your celebration, or bring in your favorite outside caterer for a $100 outside catering fee.
How many guests can you accommodate?
How many guests can you accommodate?
Event Center (indoor): up to 70 seated guests
Lakeside Terrace (full): up to 60 guests
Lakeside Terrace (half): up to 35 guests
Do you offer in-house catering and bar service?
Yes! We provide both in-house catering and full bar services.
Our own In-house Chef is on-site to help make your special event sparkle with our in-house options. We offer many beautiful appetizers to small plate options, and our signature charcuterie boards.