Chefs' Holidays at The Ahwahnee (January through early February (multi-session event, historically 8 sessions over ~4 weeks)). Nationally renowned chefs give cooking demonstrations and prepare multi-course gala dinners in The Ahwahnee's Grand Dining Room. An annual tradition since 1984.
Natural Firefall at Horsetail Fall (Mid-to-late February (approximately February 10–26 annually, peaking around February 18–21)). At sunset, light illuminates the 2,030-ft seasonal waterfall on El Capitan's east face, creating a glowing orange effect resembling the historic man-made Firefall. Requires snowmelt water flow and clear skies. NPS…
Vintners' Holidays at The Ahwahnee (November (multi-session event across 3–4 weeks in November)). California vintners lead afternoon wine seminars and five-course gala dinners in The Ahwahnee. An annual tradition running since the 1980s.
Bracebridge Dinner at The Ahwahnee (December (held multiple nights around Christmas each year)). A 17th-century English manor feast with 100+ costumed performers, singing, pageantry, and a seven-course dinner. Running annually since 1927 — the same year The Ahwahnee opened. Ansel Adams directed the production from…