The Alpenglow Sports Winter Speaker Series presented by Tahoe Mountain Realty is the largest free community speaker series in the country. We host the biggest names in the outdoor industry who share stories about outdoor adventure. We have two simple goals: 1) to inspire and motivate mountain athletes to pursue their outdoor dreams and 2) to raise funds for nonprofit organizations making a tangible difference in the North Lake Tahoe and Truckee community.
Get inspired by listening to your heroes tell amazing stories about outdoor achievement. We curate the speakers and stories you need to hear to more deeply connect with your outdoor pursuits and your local community.
Imagine a room full of people that love the mountains just as much as you do. The stories we hear, and the people we enjoy them with, make life in the mountains so much more rich. Come to an event this season and witness it for yourself.
Athlete and event sponsors generously donate products that you can win. We usually see more than $20,000 in gear and prizes for each event.
$1.3 Million Raised
We raise +$75,000 for each non-profit beneficiary. With five non-profits this season and giving on the rise, we intend to raise close to $500,000 this year.
100,000 Views
With thousands of attendees at each event and a huge online audience, we estimate that 100,000 people have watched the Winter Speaker Series.
18 Years Running
We started in the back room of a small restaurant and bar in Tahoe City. 18 years later, we pack the house at the biggest venue in the area.
"The Winter Speaker Series is about community. Bringing people, family and friends to a slide show is beautiful. People gather to share stories, reminiscing about past exploits while planning the next adventure. One leaves inspired by the dynamism and the quality of the speakers. I look forward to my next mid winter adventure with the fine folks at Alpenglow Sports."
I have had the opportunity to speak at events around the world and nothing compares to the Alpenglow events. It brings out the whole community from kids to elders to celebrate adventure and life. A small town feel with big city audio/visuals that will have you laughing, cheering, and at times teared up. Couple all this with raising significant money for local non profits and you understand why it sets the benchmark for speaker series around the world.
The Winter Speaker Series is so embedded in our community that is has become our culture. I look forward to attending these events and when the opportunity arises to present, I feel like it is the greatest honor. To my knowledge, there is nothing like this steadfast event in the outdoor community that takes place year after year. The art of story telling and adventure is alive and well through the WSS
Telling stories is at the root of human social existence and the Winter Speaker Series is an incredible gathering point to celebrate mountain culture, support our community, and come together as one.
I have been involved in the Alpenglow Sports Winter Speakers Series as a co-founder and presenter since its inception in 2005 and it has been such a rewarding personal experience for me to see how it has grown and flourished as a fundraising event for local non-profit groups while staying true to its roots: To bring folks together for a fun evening of sharing stories and images that inform, entertain and inspire us to seek out our own challenges and adventures.
The Winter Speaker Series in Tahoe is unlike any other slideshow event I’ve participated in. It’s a free event that draws huge crowds of passionate outdoor recreationalists, in person and online, to raise money for local non profits and watch powerful storytelling. Every time I’ve spoken, I’m blown away by the energy and stoke of the crowd - for my talk and for the community that gathers. Every season is filled with world class athletes and story tellers. The WSS is not to be missed!
Thanks to our Title Sponsor
Learn MoreCome to a show
In-person attendees do not need to register or buy a ticket, merely show up and join the fun. Bring some cash for giveaway tickets, food, and drinks. See you there!
Join from Mammoth Lakes
For the first time, our sister mountain community, Mammoth Lakes, is hosting in-person events! Our friends in Mammoth will livestream the same talks at the same time.
Watch the livestream
Every show is live streamed on Alpenglow Sport’s YouTube channel. Register for the livestream and receive a free entry in the online giveaway
All about the giveaway
The Winter Speaker Series famously has two giveaways. In-person attendees can buy tickets at the door and win prizes from our athlete and event sponsors.
There are different prizes available for our online audience, who enjoy a separate giveaway with tickets sold online. Visit the event pages for links to the online giveaways. You can participate in both raffles!
Where do I buy tickets?
Tickets are sold at the door at all Winter Speaker Series events. Giveaway ticket purchases are not required for entry.
Tickets for the online giveaway can be purchased online up until the start of the event. Purchase is not required for entry.
What can I win?
Athlete and event sponsors generously donate products that you can win. We usually see more than $20,000 in gear and prizes for each event. The online giveaway has different prizes!
Double your chances to win by entering both giveaways.
When are winners announced?
Online and in-person winners are only announced during the event. Make sure to show up and dial in to secure your winnings!
100%
of proceeds to non-profit beneficiaries
Support the Winter Speaker Series
The best way to support the Alpenglow Sports Winter Speaker Series is to come to an event and hug a friend. The next best way is to support our non-profit organizations. Please encourage your favorite local non-profits to apply for Winter Speaker Series sponsorship during our application window. The application window for the upcoming 2023-24 season is from June 1st to June 30th. Email us at info@alpenglowsports.com for an application form.
If you or your company are looking to supercharge your community contributions, please consider sponsoring the Winter Speaker Series. Title sponsors, key sponsors, and event sponsors help keep the Winter Speaker Series free and accessible to all. Our sponsors help us reach more people by supporting our livestream and video creation efforts.
If you are looking for a way to give back and don't know where to start, consider joining the Donor Party. The Donor Party is an anonymous group of families and philanthropists who make a per-season contribution for the Winter Speaker Series nonprofit beneficiaries. Each beneficiary receives 100% of the Donor Party contributions; there is no management fee or overhead that cuts into your giving and all contributions are tax deductible. No amount is too small. For donor party inquiries, please reach out to us at info@alpenglowsports.com
The best way to support the Alpenglow Sports Winter Speaker Series is to come to an event and hug a friend. The next best way is to support our non-profit organizations. Please encourage your favorite local non-profits to apply for Winter Speaker Series sponsorship during our application window. The application window for the upcoming 2023-24 season is from June 1st to June 30th. Email us at info@alpenglowsports.com for an application form.
If you or your company are looking to supercharge your community contributions, please consider sponsoring the Winter Speaker Series. Title sponsors, key sponsors, and event sponsors help keep the Winter Speaker Series free and accessible to all. Our sponsors help us reach more people by supporting our livestream and video creation efforts.
If you are looking for a way to give back and don't know where to start, consider joining the Donor Party. The Donor Party is an anonymous group of families and philanthropists who make a per-season contribution for the Winter Speaker Series nonprofit beneficiaries. Each beneficiary receives 100% of the Donor Party contributions; there is no management fee or overhead that cuts into your giving and all contributions are tax deductible. No amount is too small. For donor party inquiries, please reach out to us at info@alpenglowsports.com
FAQs
We are so stoked to share the Winter Speaker Series with you. Here are some FAQs to help you have the best experience possible.
Still need help? Email us at info@alpenglowsports.com
How do I find the livestream?
Our friends at Wildbound Live put on the best live streams in the business. You can register for each livestream at their website and enjoy the show on our Youtube channel.
Which events can I join from Mammoth Lakes?
Mammoth Lakes recreation is hosting in-person Watch Parties for Michelle Parker's event on Nov 30th and Elyse Saugstad's event on Jan 17th.
Can I watch the talks after the event?
Yes! All Winter Speaker Series are posted on our YouTube Channel. Popcorn not included.