Music & Dance
Loud as Folk Songwriter Showcase at Valhalla Tahoe
Boathouse Theatre at Valhalla
1 Valhalla Rd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150August 13
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
August 31 @ 6:14 am
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 7:30 pm, Loud as Folk Songwriter Showcase, Valhalla Boathouse Theatre.
A songwriter showcase rooted in tradition, driven by community.
Loud As Folk returns to Valhalla with an unforgettable evening of stripped-down, soul-filled performances featuring some of the West Coast’s most distinctive voices in Americana and roots music.
Founded by Spike McGuire and operated alongside Greg Gilmore, Loud As Folk has grown from a Reno-based songwriter showcase into a global artist network, fostering collaboration, touring, and musical exploration across genres and borders.This year’s Boathouse Theatre showcase features:
Willy Tea Taylor – With his signature blend of folk honesty, poetic lyricism, and cowboy soul, Willy Tea has been hailed as one of the most heartfelt storytellers in modern Americana. Drawing comparisons to Townes Van Zandt and John Prine, his music channels the spirit of the working class with humor, vulnerability, and grace. Whether he’s singing about baseball, heartbreak, or the open road, Willy Tea’s songs hit you right in the gut—and stay there.
Rachael McElhiney – A powerhouse performer known for her genre-blending sound, humor, and musicianship, she brings both warmth and energy to every performance.
Greg Gilmore & Spike McGuire – Founders of Loud As Folk and mainstays in the western folk-punk scene, these two bring raw energy, thoughtful lyrics, and a deep love for the craft of songwriting.
Join us for a night of authentic music, unforgettable voices, and deep-rooted storytelling—live in the historic Boathouse Theatre at Valhalla Tahoe.
Tickets are limited—reserve yours now for one of the most unique and moving concert nights of the summer.
The Tallac Historic Site is located 2 miles past the intersection of Highway 50 and Highway 89, just past Camp Richardson, on the lake side of Highway 89. Please turn right on the street with the sign “Valhalla.” If the gate is locked or the 73-space parking lot is full, feel free to park along Hwy 89 outside the entrance. There is a large dirt lot just past the Valhalla Tahoe sign. Overnight parking is not allowed inside the gate. Cars can be left overnight outside the gate in the dirt lot at the owner’s own risk.
We encourage carpooling, bike riding, and good old-fashioned walking. Parking is allowed in designated 73 spaces only. There is also a large public parking lot for the Tallac Historic Site on Heritage Way, one street West of Valhalla Road, that is open in late May or early October.
- There are ~225 yards between the parking lot and the Boathouse Theater. Please wear comfortable shoes and allow time for the walk. A site host can bring a golf cart around for accessibility issues if scheduled ahead of time.
Food & Beverage:
- Light snacks, popcorn, and beer and wine are available for sale at our concessions.
- Outside food and beverages are not allowed in the Boathouse Theater.
- Outside alcohol is not allowed in the reserved table section/beer garden at outdoor events.
If you have questions or require assistance, please call (530) 541-4975 or email Info@ValhallaTahoe.com at least 24 hours in advance.
Valhalla hosts a Summer Event Series each year that includes concerts in the Boathouse, improv shows, free lawn concerts, living history performances, two plays, children’s art camp, the annual Gatsby Tea and the WordWave one-act play competition. The Holiday Faire is a family tradition for many locals and visitors. Join us for a performance and experience living history against a stunning backdrop. The theatre’s interior with exposed beams from the original boathouse creates an unrivaled experience in performing arts venues.
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