{"id":2278830,"date":"2026-02-12T13:11:22","date_gmt":"2026-02-12T13:11:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2278830"},"modified":"2026-02-12T13:11:22","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T13:11:22","slug":"entertainment-this-week-big-gigantic-for-the-love-of-play-pride-celebration-at-homewood-and-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/entertainment-this-week-big-gigantic-for-the-love-of-play-pride-celebration-at-homewood-and-more\/","title":{"rendered":"Entertainment this week: Big Gigantic, For The Love Of Play, Pride celebration at Homewood and more"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Friday, February 13<\/h2>\n

2nd Friday Starlight Stroll Jan \u2013 3-8 p.m., Join Tahoe City and West Shore businesses on the second Friday of each month from January through April 2026 for the new Starlight Strolls where visitors and locals can explore, sip, shop, dine and play \u2013 held Jan. 9, Feb. 13, March 13 & April 10. Retailers will stay open later to welcome evening strolls through our walkable downtown, offering special deals, unique gifts and local surprises. The strolls will feature live music and festively decorated storefronts to enhance the ambiance, and free rides via TART Connect will make it easy to get around without worrying about parking. Winter lights, cozy menus, and top-quality local shopping combine to make this series a highlight of the season. Whether you\u2019re picking out a special gift, enjoying apr\u00e8s-hours with friends, or simply strolling the streets, Starlight Strolls invites residents and visitors to spread holiday-style joy into the new year while supporting our small businesses and strengthening the community economy. Every purchase supports our locals and keeps Tahoe City and the West Shore vibrant! For more information, visit https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/1926602098071688\/1926602101405021\/?active_tab=about<\/a><\/svg>.<\/p>\n

Big Gigantic \u2013 7 p.m., Crystal Bay Casino, 14 Highway 28. Big Gigantic are veterans of blending electronic dance music with their live instruments to create Big G\u2019s truly unique sound; a sound that is as thoughtful as it is danceable. They draw light out of an inimitable m\u00e9lange of impressive instrumentation, cinematic production, propulsive percussion, and, of course, triumphant saxophone. The genre-bending Denver, CO pair\u2014Dominic Lalli and Jeremy Salken\u2014uplift with every subsequent album and show, mixing musically mature melodies with addictive beats and samples that crosses all styles of music from jazz to hip hop, funk to dubstep.<\/p>\n

Blues Monsters \u2013 9-10 p.m., Bar of America, 10040 Donner Pass Rd.. Additional dates: 2\/13, 2\/14. For more information, visit https:\/\/www.barofamerica.com\/calendar.html<\/a><\/svg> or call (530) 587-2626.<\/p>\n\n\n

Friday Night Music at Cottonwood Restaurant \u2013 6:30-8:30 p.m., Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar, 10142 Rue Hilltop. Join us each Friday at Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar in Truckee for a fun night of live music and great vibes! For more information, visit https:\/\/chamber.truckee.com\/events\/details\/friday-night-music-at-cottonwood-restaurant-02-13-2026-81294<\/a><\/svg> or call (530) 587-5711.<\/p>\n

The Funk Brunch Allstars \u2013 9 p.m., Crystal Bay Casino, 14 Highway 28. For more information, visit https:\/\/devildogshows.com\/event\/big-gigantic-bring-the-funk-back-w-tba-after-party-tba\/<\/a><\/svg> or call (775) 833-6333.<\/p>\n\n\n

Galentine\u2019s Day in Tahoe City, West Shore and Alpine Meadows \u2013 February 13, 2026 Tahoe City, CA Galentine\u2019s Day in Tahoe City, West Shore and Alpine Meadows Galentine\u2019s Day on Feb. 13 in Tahoe City, West Shore and Alpine Meadows with fun, festive entertainment, activities, specials and more. Learn More For more information, visit https:\/\/www.visitplacer.com\/galentines-day-tahoe-city-west-shore-alpine-meadows\/<\/a><\/svg>.<\/p>\n

North Shore Nights \u2013 Gar Woods Grill & Pier, 5000 N Lake Blvd. Live music starts at 4:00 PM!\u00a0Ultimate Apr\u00e8s Ski Party,\u00a06:30-9:30 PM\u00a0every Friday, all winter long. Raffles, food and drink specials, shot skis! For more information, visit https:\/\/www.garwoods.com\/calendar.html<\/a><\/svg> or call (530) 546-3366.<\/p>\n

Zoe Basha \u2013 7:30-10:30 p.m., Moody\u2019s Bistro, Bar & Beats, 10007 Bridge St. Zo\u00e9 Basha is a Dublin-based musician, composer and carpenter. Her original pieces and traditional songs explore the pulse of American ragtime, the sway of Appalachian mountain songs, and the fervour and solemn ornamentation of Irish traditional songs. With her signature band sound of playful, syncopated guitar, country fiddle, electric organ, drums, and a booming voice reminiscent of some old jazz record you can\u2019t quite put your finger on, Zo\u00e9 Basha is a particular kind of americana, brewed in Dublin.https:\/\/zoebasha.net\/home<\/a><\/svg> Additional dates: 2\/13, 2\/14. For more information, visit https:\/\/www.moodysbistro.com\/event\/zoe-basha\/2026-02-13\/<\/a><\/svg> or call (530) 587-8688.<\/p>\n

Saturday, February 14<\/h2>\n

All Black and Red Party with 97.5 & OSE \u2013 9 p.m.-1 a.m., The Officer\u2019s Club, Westover Street, McClellan Park. Get your All Black and Red on and come dance the night away with positive vibes. Valentines edition For more information, visit https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/all-black-and-red-party-with-975-ose-tickets-1977674662152<\/a><\/svg>.<\/p>\n

Educational Snowshoe Tour with Sierra State Parks Foundation \u2013 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Sugar Pine Point Campground. Educational Snowshoe Tour led by State Park Interpreters, sponsored by the Sierra State Parks Foundation. Tours are 120-minutes (2 miles) with short educational stops along the way. We will discuss flora and fauna, watershed health, and the 1960 Winter Olympics, of which Sugar Pine Point was the venue for all cross-country events.\u00a0 We will provide a 24-hour cancellation notice\u00a0if unsafe weather conditions persist. For more information, visit https:\/\/visitlaketahoe.com\/event\/educational-snowshoe-hike\/2026-02-14\/<\/a><\/svg>.<\/p>\n

For The Love Of Play \u2013 7-10 p.m., Community Arts Center, 10046 Church St.. The Truckee Rec and Park Foundation, the nonprofit partner of the Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District, invites the community to come together \u201cFor the Love of Play,\u201d an evening of magic, comedy, circus acts, and music benefiting local parks and recreation. Tickets are $50 at\u00a0www.trpf.org; donations to the foundation are also accepted at\u00a0https:\/\/www.trpf.org\/donate.<\/p>\n

Homewood Love: A Pride Celebration on the West Shore \u2013 12-6 p.m., Homewood Mountain Resort, 5145 Westlake Blvd. Celebrate love in all its forms this Valentine\u2019s Day at the most scenic spot on Lake Tahoe! Homewood is proud to partner with Truckee Pride and Lake Tahoe Pride to host Homewood Love\u2014a day dedicated to community, inclusion, and the joy of the mountains. For more information, visit https:\/\/skihomewood.com\/event\/homewood-love-a-pride-celebration-on-the-west-shore\/<\/a><\/svg> or call (530) 525-2992.<\/p>\n

Pink Love ft. Moe Moe (Pink Mammoth) & Alec De Reitzes (Pink Mammoth) \u2013 8-11 p.m., Mountain Lotus , 10124 E Street. The lights go low and the volume goes up at Mountain Lotus on 02\/14. Moe Moe and Alec De Reitzes take control of the night with deep, driving dance-floor energy built for full-send, late-night dancing. Late-night food and drinks will be available to keep you fueled. PINK LOVE is a winter dance gathering bringing deep, organic house to the mountains. The night is shaped by two Pink Mammoth resident DJs rooted in community, groove, and dance-floor storytelling. For more information, visit https:\/\/www.mountainlotusyoga.com\/events-old\/pink-love<\/a><\/svg>.<\/p>\n

Sunday, February 15<\/h2>\n

Tahoe Symphony Presents: E.P.I.C.: Elizabeth Pitcairn in Concert \u2013 3-5 p.m., Cornerstone Community Church, 300 Country Club Dr. Guest Conductor Dr. Phoenix Delgado leads the Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus in an elegant evening of romantic and expressive music, featuring acclaimed violin virtuoso Elizabeth Pitcairn. For more information, visit https:\/\/tickets.tahoesymphony.com\/?ref=tdt<\/a><\/svg> or call 775-524-2175.<\/p>\n

Monday, February 16<\/h2>\n

Live Music: Andrew Jed \u2013 2-5 p.m., Diamond Peak Ski Resort, 1210 Ski Way. Enjoy live music on the Loft Bar Deck by local musician, Andrew Jed, from 2:00-5:00 p.m. on Presidents\u2019 Day, Monday, February 16, 2026. Located on the second floor of the main Base Lodge, the Loft Bar is a full-service bar featuring beer, wine, and cocktails. Try the refreshing thirst quenchers or hot hand-warmer specialty cocktails. Happy hour drink specials are offered from 4:00 p.m. \u2013 5:45 p.m. daily and food is available at the Loft Bar from 3:30 p.m. \u2013 5:30 p.m. Parking is free, and the Base Lodge is accessible to skiers and non-skiers, so invite your friends! Band and schedule are subject to change due to weather. Event is open to all ages but guests must be ages 21+ to order from the Loft Bar or sit at the bar. Outside alcohol is not permitted. Animals at Diamond Peak Ski Resort We love pets\u2026However, only service animals that are specifically trained to aid a person with a disability are allowed in IVGID-managed food service areas, including the decks, per Washoe County Health District regulations. View full policy on the Mountain Safety page. For more information, visit https:\/\/www.diamondpeak.com\/event\/live-music-andrew-jed\/<\/a><\/svg> or call (775) 832-1177.<\/p>\n

Tuesday, February 17<\/h2>\n

Altitude: In the Peripheral Exhibition and Artist talk by Nick Cahill \u2013 5-7 p.m., Description UNR at Lake Tahoe \u2013 Prim Library Join us for the reception and artist talk of Altitude: In the Peripheral an exhibition by Nick Cahill in the Prim Reference Gallery at the Prim Library. The event will start at 5pm and the artist talk will start at 5:30 on the Mezzanine. There will be light food and sparkling water severed. This event is free and open to everyone. Cahill is a Tahoe local, an outdoor adventure filmmaker and photographer. He is driven by storytelling and the pursuit of wild places. If his work looks familiar you might have seen it work on the cover of National Geographic\u2019s Guide to the Night Sky or in documentaries focused on exploration and resilience. For more information, visit https:\/\/business.ivcba.org\/event-calendar\/Details\/altitude-in-the-peripheral-exhibition-and-artist-talk-by-nick-cahill-1643138?sourceTypeId=Hub<\/a><\/svg>.<\/p>\n

Bard to the Bone \u2013 5:30-6:30 p.m., \u201cDefer no time, delays have dangerous ends..\u201d If you\u2019re craving some classics, join us at Bard to the Bone! Each month, we\u2019ll focus on one of William Shakespeare\u2019s plays and discuss what was interesting, funny, or downright confusing about the text or the adaptations we watched. Whether you\u2019re a lifelong fan, a critic, or an interested amateur, we\u2019re excited to have a lively discussion every time. This month, our selection is Henry VI parts 1 & 2! For more information, visit https:\/\/nevadacountyca.libcal.com\/event\/16079578<\/a><\/svg>.<\/p>\n

Thursday, February 19<\/h2>\n

Balance: A Documentary Screening on Midlife & Perimenopause \u2013 6:30-8 p.m., Integrative Aesthetics. Join us for Balance, a documentary that explores the science of midlife changes in perimenopause and menopause, making it clear and useful. For more information, visit https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/balance-a-documentary-screening-on-midlife-perimenopause-tickets-1978834058939<\/a><\/svg>.<\/p>\n

The Elovaters w\/ Shwayze + Jarv \u2013 8 p.m., 14 State Route 28. The Elovaters w\/Shwayze + Jarv Thurs February 19th, 2026 Doors: 7PM Show: 8PM On Sale: Fri. Sept. 12 9AM Ticket Link: https:\/\/tixr.com\/e\/156978<\/a><\/svg> For more information, visit https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/1522101698809094\/<\/a><\/svg>.<\/p>\n

Jeff Livingstone \u2013 7:30-10:30 p.m., Moody\u2019s Bistro, Bar & Beats, 10007 Bridge St. Jeff Livingstone. Country, Americana, Rock & Blues.\u00a0LA based guitarist and singer-songwriter.https:\/\/jefflivingstone.com\/<\/a><\/svg> For more information, visit https:\/\/www.moodysbistro.com\/event\/jeff-livingstone-2\/2026-02-19\/<\/a><\/svg> or call (530) 587-8688.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n