Now that the party's started, Tahoetopia offers an inside guide with some thoughts about to where to go and what to do throughout the ten-day Snowfest celebration.

Please note: There are many more events on the calendar each day for all ages and interests. For more information about SnowFest and a complete list of each day's events, check out complete Snowfest Calendar, or visit the Snowfest website at www.tahoesnowfestival.com.

Monday, March 4th
Jake's Mardi Gras Party - A Snowfest mainstay for many years, Jake's on the Lake puts on a great party with all the fixin's. Food and drink specials, costumes, and live music are part of the evening's fare. 4:30 - 8:30pm. More info at www.jakestahoe.com.

Hacienda Margarita Races & Twister DJ Party - When is the last time you played Twister?? Remember that really fun game of bodies intertwined together, and tons of laughing going on? Well, tonight's your chance to get some new memories of it! Come do some head to head "margarita races", and then get your yoga moves on with Twister DJ Party. 5:00 - 8:00pm. More info at www.hacdellago.com

Tuesday, March 5th
Cornice Cantina Sundeck Ski Race - Come put on the "One piece ski suit" and strap on the "sample skiis" so you can join in the whirlwind of the Sundeck Ski Race! Contestants will go around the Sundeck course to see who can finish first in this crazy non ski hill race. Portion of the proceeds to benefit the High Fives non-profit! Fun starts at 4pm. Located in the Far East Center, at the east end of the Palisades Tahoe parking lot.

Pete 'n Peter's Bar Game Olympics - Come enjoy a fun evening of Pool, Shuffle-board, foosball & dice. The games continue on….and the competitors go head to head until the very end! Great Prizes for the top 3 Teams! More info call (530) 583-2400. 21 & over. Located across from the fire station in Tahoe City.

moe. LIVE at Crystal Bay Casino - moe. plays the Crystal Bay Crown Room for the first of two nights, with special guests 'Orgone'. Details and tickets at www.crystalbaycasino.com.

Rosie's Local's Night Flashback - "Flash Back" to Locals Night in Tahoe City at Rosie's Cafe tonight live music from 'Terraplane' and good times! This is a Tahoe local's favorite....make sure you come ready to get your dance on! 9:30 - Midnight.

Wednesday, March 6th
Truckee River Winery Wine & Ice Competition - 1-5pm. Truckee River Winery's 2nd Annual Ice Carving Competition. The only one in SnowFest! Come to Truckee's local winery and watch talented local professionals transform large blocks of ice into works of art while listening to the amazing stylings of DJ Chango and enjoy some winter fun. Food on site with Mamasake, and the proceeds will benefit the High Fives Foundation. For more info please go to: www.truckeeriverwinery.com

moe. LIVE at Crystal Bay Casino - moe. plays the Crystal Bay Crown Room again, with special guests 'Orgone'. Details and tickets at www.crystalbaycasino.com.

T-Club's 'Truckee's Fastest Bartender' Competition - 7pm. Downtown Truckee. Entrants compete against one another for the title of "Truckee's Fastest Bartender". Contestants battle against the clock to make the most accurate drinks in the fastest time! 8pm. The Tourist Club, across from the train station in downtown Truckee.

Rosie's Bingo Night - Come join in the fun at a long lost event from years past! Bingo folks! Yep, get your glasses on and get ready for the lucky numbers to be drawn! Lot's of fun to be had by all tonight! Rosie's Cafe' in the center of Tahoe City across from Heritage Plaza. 9pm.

Thursday, March 7th
Cornice Cantina's 'Bloody Masters' Competition - Every bartender thinks they make the "Ultimate Bloody Mary"....BUT tonight we'll find out who wins title of "Bloody Mary Master"! This competition will be coveted by all to try and come up with their special ingredients to claim the title for the North Tahoe Region. If you think you have what it takes, make sure to come sign up! 4 - 7pm. Palisades Tahoe.

Tahoe Comedy North at Crystal Bay Casino - Join Tahoe Comedy North as we present headlining comedian Sean Peabody tonight for SnowFest! Doors open at 7:30pm and show starts at 8:30pm.

Friday, March 8th
Bridgetender Rib Fest - Enjoy the great Ribs at the BT, for this Annual Rib Fest! An outdoor extravaganza of BBQ’d Ribs takes place on the outside patio & bar of the BT. It’s like being in a snow cave, with lots of great ribs & drink to be had by all! 4 - 7pm. Tahoe City.

Blue Agave's Indoor River Rafting Party - 7-10pm. Co Sponsored by Truckee River Raft Co, this new event is going to be a blast! Come on out in your Truckee River Rafting outfits for this "rafting themed" night of Trivia. You know what to wear folks...swim suits, life jackets, snorkels...its all about the River tonight! Get your crew of rafting buddies together, and come join in the fun! Photo opp's for you and your boating buddies too! The Truckee River Raft Co will be on hand with their orange paddles, just to keep it real!

Saturday, March 9th
Sugar Bowl's "Silver Belt Banzai" - Qualifiers - Ski-Cross action meets downhill speeds in the Silver Belt Banzai, pitting four Racers at a time down the silver belt gully in it's signature event, with the first three down advancing to the next round. Qualifying runs are on Saturday, with the finals on Sunday.  Sugar Bowl Resort, on Donner Summit.

Snowbomb Li'l Air Contest - 9am - Homewood Mountain Resort.

Dress Up Your Dog Contest'- A local’s favorite is back this year, sponsored by the Truckee North Tahoe Transportation Mgmt Association. The dress up your dog contest will have several categories this year, along with a Grand prize doing to the “Best Dressed Transit Dog”! Come bring your pooch and support this fun event! North Tahoe Event Center, Kings Beach. 10am.

Kings Beach Snowfest Parade- Come out for the SnowFest! Closing Weekend Parade, presented by the North Tahoe Business Association. This parade has grown tons in the past few years and is definitely not something to be missed. Lots of color, beads, and fun to be had by all! 11:30am through Kings Beach on the main drag.

Caliente's Parade After Party - Come join all the parade "goers" as they filter into Caliente! to celebrate the finish of the Kings Beach Parade! This is also where you have your last chance to buy the SnowFest! Queen raffle tickets! The Queen Raffle will take place throughout the party, and end with the Grand Prize. Over 100 prizes to be had in addition to the Grand Prize! Come join in the fun, and leave with some great prizes! 12:30 - 4:00pm.

Sunday, March 10th - NOTE: Daylight Savings Time has begun! Turn your clocks ahead!
Annual Ta-Hoe Nalu "Arctic Standup Paddleboard Race" - Race starts at 11am. The race consists of 2 one mile laps at the Kings Beach State Beach. Awards & after party at the Jason's Beachside Grille with live music, raffle, prizes, food & drinks till 4pm!

Sugar Bowl's "Silver Belt Banzai" - TOUR FINALS - The final race of the four-stop tour, with tens-of-thousands in prizes at stake.  Sugar Bowl Resort, on Donner Summit.

Annual "Snow Sculpture Contest" - Come watch with enthusiasm as this all time local favorite event unfolds before your eyes! 3 person teams have 3 hours to create the best snow sculpture. Live Music, Prizes, BBQ & Raffle all take place outside on the River Deck! Live music, BBQ & drink specials. River Ranch Lodge. Hwy 89 at Alpine Meadows Rd. Noon-5pm. www.riverranchlodge.com.

Tahoe Cross Country Gourmet Ski Tour - The Annual Gourmet Ski Tour takes place at the Tahoe XC Center! This great event entails x-country skiing or snowshoeing along the trails while sampling food from the finest North Shore Restaurants! Proceeds benefit the Tahoe Cross Country Ski Education Association (TTSEA). This fabulous event finishes off at the Day Lodge with live music and refreshments. Tahoe Cross Country. 1-3pm.

Fine & Funky Fashion Show - Hacienda Del Lago. 10pm. The Fine 'N Funky Fashion Show is an all time favorite with the latest of fashions on the runway, along with the most gorgeous girls of Tahoe!

There are many more events on the calendar each day for all ages and interests. For more information about SnowFest and a complete list of each day's events, check out complete Snowfest Calendar, or visit the Snowfest website at www.tahoesnowfestival.com.