May 28, 2026 (SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev.) – Summer at South Lake Tahoe will feature a full schedule of events with Tahoe’s awe-inspiring natural beauty as a memorable backdrop for outdoor concerts, festivals, sporting events and cultural programming www.visitlaketahoe.com.
AMERICA CELEBRATES 250
The nationally recognized Fourth of July “Lights on the Lake” fireworks show entails 20 minutes of spectacular pyrotechnics that illuminate the night sky over Tahoe’s clear lake to celebrate a traditional Independence Day. Bright lights, colors and various formations in spherical patterns, waterfalls, and brocades are perfectly paired with the musical selections of American patriotic classics and today’s top hits broadcast via an audio experience https://awe.pladia.live/ for the 9:45 p.m. show. Beaches, boats, lodging properties, and trails include a variety of venues and ways to enjoy festivities. Alternative modes of transportation are encouraged, including public transit, rideshare, walk or bike. And all are welcome to help keep Tahoe beautiful at beach clean-up gatherings post-holiday.
The summer’s iconic star-studded week of golf, gaming, and entertainment returns during the 37th annual American Century Championship, July 8-12 at Edgewood Tahoe. Celebrity golf’s most prominent tournament with more than 80 sports and entertainment superstars takes to the fairways of Edgewood Tahoe and the airwaves of NBC and Peacock. Player commitments for the wildly popular event include fan favorites Stephen Curry, Charles Barkley, Tony Romo, Colin Jost, Miles Teller, Larry the Cable Guy, Ray Romano and newcomers Brady Tkachuk, four time NHL All-Star forward of the Ottawa Senators; Kyle Hamilton, All-Pro safety Baltimore Ravens; Payton Pritchard, NBA guard Boston Celtics; Brett Young, country recording artist. Northern California sports stars are well represented with Steph, Seth and Dell Curry, Jerry Rice, Steve Young, Kyle Juszczyk, and defending champion Joe Pavelski. Spectators are encouraged to utilize alternative transportation, including microtransit services via free app-based Lake Link, bikes with complimentary valet, walk, and if driving, to carpool. For details on the clear bag policy, transportation, parking and entry details visit: www.americancenturychampionship.com.
ONE-OF-A-KIND MUSIC CONCERTS
A season-long schedule of superstar headliners will perform in the 7,000-seat outdoor amphitheater at Caesars Republic during the Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series. Acts include The Black Keys, June 11; Rascal Flatts, July 10; Eric Church, July 15-16; Koe Wetzel, July 24; Lauren Daigle, July 25; Tedeschi Trucks Band, Aug. 9; Ty Myers, Aug. 22; Train, Aug. 25; The Red Clay Strays, Sept. 4; Jack Johnson, Sept. 6, and Bailey Zimmerman, Sept. 19.
Harrah’s South Shore Room showcases Burning Spear, June 18; One Night of Queen, July 22; Nate Jackson: Big Dog, Aug. 28; John Oates & The Good Road Band, Oct. 3.
The Tahoe Blue Event Center offers Rock Road Show, Sunday, July 19; Happy Together Tour, Tuesday, July 21 and Brantley Gilbert, Sunday, Aug. 16.
Bally’s Lake Tahoe will present Jamie Lissow, June 13; Micromania Midget wrestling, Aug. 1; NPC National Qualifier, Tahoe Show, Aug. 8.
Hangar Music Series returns with a dynamic lineup including Dogs in a Pile, June 5; Thievery Corporation, June 7; The Elovaters – Tahoe Takeover, June 9; Vincent Neil Emerson, June 12; and J Boog, June 14; Dirtwire, June 19; Blind Pilot & John Graigie, June 20; Kurt Vile and the Violators, July 5; Fleetmac Wood, July 11; RJD2, July 18; Molly Tuttle, July 19; Monophonics, July 31; Old 97’s, Aug. 2; Polish Ambassador, Aug. 15-16; The Hip Abduction, Aug. 20; Built to Spill, Aug. 21; Allen Stone & The Dip, Aug. 22; Jerry’s Middle Finger, Aug. 29; Tab Benoit: Soul of the Swamp Tour, Sept. 6 and Cannons: The Everything Glows Tour, Sept. 23.
Live like a local at the 13th season of Live at Lakeview Summer Music Series every Thursday night with free live music, art, local merchants, food vendors, June 25 through Aug. 27 at Lakeview Commons/El Dorado Beach, 1.5 miles from the Nevada state line. Each week celebrates a different style ranging from ska, bluegrass, funk, soul/R&B, reggae, rock, latin and country with artists including: Chuck Robertson & The Aloha Caddies, June 25; Dizgo, July 2; Moga Family Band, July 9; Joe Marcinek with Groove Session, July 16; Wolf Jett, July 23; Jakota Wass, July 30; Cruz Control, Aug. 6; Suika T, Aug. 13; Broken Compass Bluegrass, Aug. 20, and Blu Egyptian + Junior Toots, Aug. 27.
The Valhalla Tahoe historic boathouse theatre and outdoor lawn offer an only-in-Tahoe venue with a remarkable lineup: Lindsay and the Cheeks, June 21; Uncle Lucius, June 24; The Great North Special, July 22; Osito, July 26; Life in the Fast Lane – Eagles Tribute, July 29; Omni Tahoe Yoga Festival, Aug. 2; EJ Worland, Aug. 5; Anais Reno, Aug. 12; Vanessa Collier, Aug. 19; Patsy Cline & More Starring Joni Morris, Aug. 26; Nether Hour, Aug. 30; Gunhild Carline, Sept. 2; and Tahoe Improv Players: June 16, July 21, Aug. 11 and Sept. 3.
The 30th annual Valhalla Renaissance Faire brings to life the spectacle and grandeur of 16th-century England with archery demonstrations, jousting, circus performances, magic, comedy, pageantry, ale, food, music and crafts at a new location, Tahoe Paradise Park, Aug. 15-16.
The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival returns for its 54th season from July 3 to Aug. 23, 2026, at Sand Harbor. Headlined by Shakespeare’s towering tragedy, “Macbeth,” as well as a timeless tale of adventure with “The Heart of Robin Hood.”
CHEER TO SUMMER BEVERAGES & BREWS
The 8th annual Heavenly Village Brewfest features a dozen breweries, spirits and live music, including a Bay Area favorite, Patten Leather Band, on June 13. A portion of the proceeds support Christmas Cheer, a local non-profit that offers an emergency food pantry for individuals in need.
Heavenly Village Summer Concert Series presents live music on the main stage every Friday and Saturday (plus additional weekdays) evening from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
The Tahoe Bloody Mary Fest will host 20 of the most creative bartenders from Lake Tahoe, Reno, Carson and beyond for the 15th annual competition at the Golden Nugget Lake Tahoe, Aug. 22.
The 8th annual Tahoe Brewfest features regional craft brewers, ciders, kombucha and spirits throughout California and Nevada with tastings, live music, face painting, arts and craft vendors along Ski Run Boulevard, Aug. 29, all benefitting the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe.
PUSH YOURSELF TO THE LIMIT
The long-standing DeCelle Memorial Lake Tahoe Relay, June 6, keeps the adrenaline going for the 62nd year, testing athletes as teams of seven each run approximately 8-12 miles counterclockwise around Lake Tahoe. The start/finish line is at Lakeview Commons, two miles from the state line. There are options for running solo or as a pair in a 72-mile ultra marathon.
America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride returns for the 32nd year with fully supported routes and extended mileage and challenging climbs, June 7. More than 2,000+ cyclists will start at the Tahoe Blue Event Center in Stateline, Nev. at 6 a.m. and finish at the UNR 4H Camp in Stateline between noon and 6 p.m.
The Rock Tahoe Half Marathon, June 14, is a 13.1-mile course, which starts at the top of Spooner Summit, elevation 7,146 feet, and drops more than 1,000 feet as runners wind down U.S. Highway 50 to the finish line at the Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe. Then it’s time for a celebratory pool party for racers and their guests.
The Tahoe Mountain Bike Festival, a staple of the area, is supported by the Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association and features bike demos, brews, and live music, June 21-22 at Tahoe Paradise Park.
The Lake Tahoe Triathlon includes sprint, half, and Olympic distances as well as a duathlon (run/bike/run) and aquabike (swim/bike) all starting from Ed’ZBerg Sugar Pine State Park, Aug. 23-24.
For all event information:http://www.visitlaketahoe.com/events. Officials remind competitors and guests that during events and recreation, hydration is key, especially at higher elevations and to Drink Tahoe Tap, 99% pure, with reusable water bottles. Key travel information is also available at“Know Before You Go” as well as Rules to Lake By with five easy ways to practice responsible tourism and keep Tahoe awesome for generations to come.
Contact: Jenn Boyd or Phil Weidinger, Weidinger Public Relations, 775-588-2412 or jennifer@weidingerpr.com.
###
About the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority
Designated by USA TODAY among “15 ultimate summer road trips,” Visit Lake Tahoe combines the distinctive appeal of two worlds: unparalleled natural beauty and an array of world-class outdoor recreation, entertainment, nightlife and gaming. As a responsible tourism destination, it offers a balanced approach regarding social and environmental impacts to preserve its appeal for generations. For information about lodging, recreation, events, and mindful travelat www.VisitLakeTahoe.com.