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Bijou Community Park
1201 Al Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
September 12
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
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South Lake Tahoe Multicultural Celebration on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the Bijou Community Park from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm.
Join the City of South Lake Tahoe and the Multicultural Committee as we learn about and celebrate different cultures through art, music, food, and entertainment. Celebrate the vibrant cultures, traditions, and people that make our community unique at South Lake Tahoe’s 5th Annual Multicultural Celebration.
This free, family-friendly event brings neighbors together for an uplifting day of live cultural performances, diverse food options, local vendors, interactive activities, and opportunities to learn, connect, and share. Enjoy music, movement, art, and community experiences that reflect the many backgrounds and perspectives represented in South Lake Tahoe.
Everyone is welcome to join the celebration of culture, connection, and community.
This FREE one-day event will feature cultural displays, kids’ activities, food trucks, vendor booths, and more.
The countdown, one of the best events of the year, is on! Check out this year’s Main Stage lineup:
- 11:00 am – Wahoe Tribe Welcoming
- 11:30 am – Tahoe Mountain Aikido: Experience the discipline, focus, and flowing movements of this traditional Japanese martial art.
- 12:00 pm – SpiceIslander Steel Drum Band: Enjoy lively Caribbean steel drum music and island-inspired rhythms.
- 1:00 pm – Diablos Mixtecos Oaxaca: Experience colorful traditional dance, music, and costumes celebrating the cultural heritage of Oaxaca, Mexico.
- 2:00 pm – Samba Da Capital: Returning to the Multicultural Celebration with vibrant Brazilian samba, high-energy percussion, and dynamic dance.
Transportation & Parking:
- Lake Link Shuttle: Enjoy free, on-demand transit via app in 9–12 passenger vans.
- Tahoe Transportation District’s Bus Service: Routes 50 and 55 provide convenient stops nearby.
- Bike Valet: Secure and free bike valet sponsored by Lake Tahoe Bike Coalition.
- Parking: General parking at Lake Tahoe Community College, with ADA-accessible spaces at the dog park entrance of Bijou Park (with proper tags enforced by staff).
Event Weather Policy: The festival will proceed rain or shine, with cancellation only under extreme weather. Stay updated via the City’s Parks & Recreation Facebook page @SLTParksandRec.
Mark your calendars and join us for a day of cultural celebration and community fun!
For more information about the event, including the full lineup of entertainment, demonstrations, and vendors, visit the City of South Lake Tahoe website at cityofslt.us/multiculturalcelebration.
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