July 2009 - Lake Tahoe Events

© Connie K. Vogel

4th of July Festivities

[ General Events, Lake Tahoe Summer Music Festival, Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, Valhalla Arts and Music Festival, Tahoe Heritage Programs, Farmers' Market Schedule ]

• July 1,15
  • Gioielli's Bead Night Out
    • Join us for an evening of fun and creativity on the first and third Wednesday nights from 5-8 pm. We'll teach you how to make jewelry of your choice or help you in your own designs. You can bring in your own beads and just create! There's no need to sign up - just come in and it's FREE!
    • Starts: 5–8pm on Wednesday.
    • Gioielli, 10280 Donner Pass RD, Truckee, CA- Call: 530-582-4464 or E-mail for information.
• July 1-6,8-13,15-20,22-27,29-31
  • Carnival Cabaret starring Gypsy at the Horizon Casino Resort
    • Come see the Carnival Cabaret - Starring Gypsy! This is an incredible show in the intimate setting of the Horizon Golden Cabaret!
    • Starts: 8pm on Wednesdays-Mondays. Tickets: $26.95 plus tax.
    • Horizon Casino Resort The Golden Cabaret, Stateline, NV- Call: (800)683-8266 or buy tickets online.
• July 1-29
  • Naughty School Girl Night
    • Enjoy smooth tequila while you listen to the Naughty School Girls play live music at the Cabo Wabo Cantina inside Harvey's Casino.
    • Starts: 9:30pm-1:30am every Wednesday.
    • Harvey's Casino Cabo Wabo Cantina, HWY 50 at Stateline AVE, South Lake Tahoe, NV- Call: (775)588-2411 for information.
• July 1-31
  • Karaoke Lakeside Inn
    • Take your shower act to the stage and enjoy karaoke at Lakeside Inn.
    • Starts: 11pm-3am on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. No cover charge.
    • Lakeside Inn, 168 HWY 50, Stateline, NV- Call: (775)588-7777 for information.
  • Open Play at Tahoe Tots Spot
    • At least two whole hours of fun for you and your youngster... Open play is the perfect solution for children needing to burn off some energy. Kids can start out by bouncing down the 15’ long tumble track into the Ball Pit filled with 5000 balls! Then they can navigate through tunnels, climbing obstacles, and the giant crayon balance beam. When they’ve had enough gymnastics they can move over to the giant Play Room filled with soft foam blocks, bean bag chairs, toys, and the play hut tunnel system. As if that weren’t enough they can express themselves through art and music in the 3rd room known as the Arts and Crafts Room. Let your child color all over the chalk board painted wall or rearrange the alphabet on the fully magnetic wall. Every Monday and Friday there is a new art project that will be led by an instructor and displayed for all others to see!
    • Starts: 10am-1pm on Mondays-Saturdays & 4-6pm on Wednesdays. Cost: $10. Kids Birth to 5 years Old.
    • Tahoe Tot Spot (Next to 7-11), 800 Emerald Bay RD, South Lake Tahoe, CA- Call: (530)541-5994 for information.
• July 2-30
  • Summer Movie Series
    • Enjoy new releases & family classics in the plaza on the big screen every Thursday through August. Snuggle up under the stars with your friends & family. All movies start at Dusk in the Village Events Plaza, weather permitting.
    • Starts: 8:30pm on Thursdays.
    • The Village At Squaw Valley USA, 1750 Village East RD, Olympic Valley, CA- Call: (866)818-6963 or (530)584-1000 for information.
• July 3-5
  • 9th Annual 4th of July Arts and Crafts Festival at Homewood
    • The 9th Annual 4th of July Arts and Crafts Festival at Homewood Mountain Resort located on Highway 89, 10 miles southwest of Tahoe City, the event hosts 50 talented artists and craftspeople in this majestic Lake Tahoe setting.
    • Starts: 10am-5pm.
    • Homewood Mountain Resort, HWY 89- Call: (209)267-4394 for information.
• July 3-25
  • Party with Arty
    • Arthur Hervey's keyboard magic at Harrah's Casino Center Stage. It’s the best disco, dance, R&B and soul party in Lake Tahoe!
    • Starts: 8pm every Friday and Saturday.
    • Harrah's Center Stage, Harrah's Lake Tahoe, Stateline, NV- Call: (775)588-6611 for more information.
  • The Story of Tahoe - Movie Presentation at Explore Tahoe
    • Starts: Everyday at 2pm. Free.
    • Heavenly Village, 4114 Lake Tahoe BLVD, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150- Call: (530)542-4637 for more information.
• July 3-31
  • Friday Night Teen Scene
    • Shoot hoops, play volleyball or arcade games, watch TV, or work out. Grades 6 through 12.
    • Starts: 6:30-9pm on Fridays.
    • Kahle Community Center, Stateline, NV- Call: (775)586-7271 for information.
• July 3
  • Kings Beach State Park - Fourth of July Celebration
    • Details: (530) 546-9000
    • Celebrate the Fourth of July a day early this year with a fireworks display at Kings Beach on the North Shore. Kings Beach State Recreation Area on Highway 28, get there early for a good seat.
• July 4
  • Star Spangled Fourth - Lights on the Lake 2009
    • Largest synchronized fireworks display west of the Mississippi. Starts at approximately 9:45 PM. The simultaneous music broadcast can be heard on local stations KRLT-FM 93.9 and KOWL-AM 1490.
    • Fireworks are shot from a barge on the Lake at the end of Stateline Avenue. You can park at the back of Harvey’s or the Horizon casinos and walk about a block to Stateline Ave. and then toward the lake. They will start about 9:15pm-9:30pm or when it is dark and last about 45 minutes.
    • El Dorado Beach which is about 1 mile past the CA/NV border on the CA side and across from the campground, is another great viewing location. Get there early, about 3:00pm or 4:00pm if you want to secure a picnic table.
    • Tahoe Queen and MS Dixie are also great vantage point for viewing the fireworks, with July 4th Dinner and Dance Cruises - contact (888) 896-3830 for reservations.
    • South Lake Tahoe, CA- Call: (530)544-5050 for information.
  • Tahoe City Fourth of July Fireworks!
    • You won't want to miss this North Lake Tahoe 4th of July Fireworks extravaganza off Commons Beach! In addition to Tahoe City, there are also several great vantage points to view the fireworks along the west shore.
    • Commons Beach, Downtown Tahoe City, CA - Call: (530) 583-3494
  • Firecracker Mile
    • On Wednesday, at 9:30 a.m. start your day off with a bang! The Firecracker Mile is a long time tradition of the Truckee community. This downhill run course starts at Tahoe Forest Hospital on Donner Pass Road and finishes at the Truckee Train Station in Downtown.
    • Pre-registration will take place at the Tahoe Center for Health and Sports Performance located at 10710 Donner Pass Road or online at www.active.com.
  • Reno/Sparks Fourth of July
    • Catch firework shows at Rancho San Rafael Park in Reno, the Star Spangled Sparks event at John Ascuaga's Nugget in Sparks, Carson City's Cavalcade of Spectaculars at Mills Park or at any of four Lake Tahoe locations including: Kings Beach, Tahoe City, Incline Village and South Lake Tahoe.
    • Call: (800) 367-7366 for more information.
  • Fourth of July Hometown Parade
    • Parade starts at 10am, Downtown Truckee - Call: (530) 587-2757
  • Independence Day Parade and Fireworks Spectacular
    • Events start at 12 noon, Virginia City, NV - Call: Virginia City Tourism at (775) 847-4386
• July 4-25
  • Kid's Night Out at Tahoe Gymnastics
    • Leave the kids at Tahoe Gymnastics for a night of games, trampoline time, Pizza, Movie and more. It's TONS of FUN for all kids. Ages Potty Trained and up.
    • Starts: 6-11pm on every Saturday.
    • Tahoe Gymnastics, 867 Eloise AVE, South Lake Tahoe, CA- Call: (530)544-7314 or E-mail for information.
• July 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28
  • Tahoe Rim Trail Workdays
    • The Tahoe Rim Trail Association is working on an exciting new project this summer. They are building, rerouting, and decommissioning parts of the Rim Trail in South Lake Tahoe. Volunteers of all ages and skill level are welcome to attend. Pre-registration for workdays is required.
    • Starts: 9am-4pm on Tuesdays & Wednesdays.
    • SR-207, Stateline, NV- Call: (775)298-0239 or E-mail for more information.
• July 5-26
  • Live Jazz
    • On the casino floor outside of Conrad's. Enjoy beautiful music from this 3 piece jazz ensemble while dining at Conrad's or playing on the casino floor. Come see what everyone is talking about!
    • Starts: 6-10pm on Sundays.
    • Tahoe Biltmore, 5 HWY 28, Crystal Bay, NV- Call: (775)831-0660 for information.
• July 6-27
  • Cardio Cycle For Incline Students
    • Students can attend an indoor stationary cycling class led by one of the Recreation Center fitness instructors. If you are interested in shaping up or cross training for a school sport then this is the class for you. You must be 4’ 8” to attend. Please bring your student ID and a parent or guardian to register you if you’re under 18 years old.
    • Starts: 4-4:30pm every Monday. Class fees are: $4 to drop-in to a class, or guarantee a bike by pre-paying $24 for 8 classes.
    • Incline Village Recreation Center, Incline Village, NV- Call: (775)832-1100 for more information.
• July 7
  • Bluesdays!
    • Featuring: Curtis Salgado. This free blues concert series, which will continue every Tuesday throughout July and August, will feature known Blues acts on the Events Plaza stage. In between listening to the music, visitors can enjoy great grab & go "Blue Plate" specials from the Village restaurants and explore the unique shops and receive "Blue Dot" specials.
    • Starts: 6-8:30 on Tuesday.
    • The Village At Squaw Valley USA, 1750 Village East RD, Olympic Valley, CA- Call: (866)818-6963 or (530)584-1000 for information.
• July 7-28
  • Ballroom Dancing Lessons
    • Rumba, Cha-Cha, Salsa, Fox Trot, Waltz, Tango, Two Step & Swing. No partner necessary.
    • Starts: 7:30-9pm on Tuesday. Cost: $12 Drop in fee. Multiple lesson discount.
    • Forever Dance Lake Tahoe, 100 McFaul WY, Round Hill, NV- Call: (775)588-5425 for information.
• July 9
  • Monsters, Mobsters, and Urban Legends of Tahoe's Deep Lecture at Tahoe Maritime Museum
    • "The world isn't ready..." Monsters, Mobsters, and Urban Legends of Tahoe's Deep with Bill Kraus, Ph.D.
    • Tahoe Maritime Museum, 5205 West Lake BLVD, Homewood, CA- (530)525-9253 for information.
• July 11
  • Rhythms and Wine and Mircobrew too! at the Lake Tahoe Community College
    • Outdoors on the spectacular college campus. Presented by the Lake Tahoe Community College Foundation. Featuring wines from Amador Vintner's Association, El Dorado Winery Association, Picchetti Winery and local microbrew. Jazz and acoustic music performed by LTCC students. Dances performed by LTCC students and faculty. Silent auction.
    • Starts: 5-9pm on Saturday.
    • Lake Tahoe Community College Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, CA- Call: (530)542-4546 for information.
• July 11-12
  • Lake Tahoe Festival of Fine Arts
    • Tahoe Arts Project will sponsor the eighth annual Lake Tahoe Festival of Fine Arts at South Tahoe Middle School. The outdoor festival will include fine-art booths, food ven­dors, children’s art activities, enter­tainment and fun for the entire family. Parking and admission are free. The event is Tahoe Arts Project’s major fundraiser for the year. Tahoe Arts project is a non­profit organization whose mission is to provide cultural enrichment and diversity for the community through the arts and education, with a particular focus on youths. Tahoe Arts Project has been bring­ing professional performing arts of various cultures into South Lake Tahoe schools and the community for 21 years. All proceeds from the festival benefit these programs.
    • South Tahoe Middle School, South Lake Tahoe, CA- Call: (530)542-3632 or E-mail for information.
• July 11-August 23
  • 37th Annual Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival
    • Encircled by the immense beauty of Lake Tahoe's deep blue waters and nestled in a white sand amphitheater, the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival presents Shakespeare under the stars capturing the true spirit of summer at the lake.  With gourmet food and drink at Shakespeare's Kitchen, nightly wine tastings and time with friends and family, each performance provides an outdoor theatre experience within a festival atmosphere. The 2009 season brings Shakespeare's "Measure for Measure" and "Much Ado About Nothing" rotating nightly Tuesday through Sunday with musical entertainment every Monday night.
    • Call (800)74-SHOWS (747-4697) or Rachel Milon at: (775)323-6333 or E-mail for more information.
• July 14
  • Bluesdays!
    • Featuring: TBA. This free blues concert series, which will continue every Tuesday throughout July and August, will feature known Blues acts on the Events Plaza stage. In between listening to the music, visitors can enjoy great grab & go “Blue Plate” specials from the Village restaurants and explore the unique shops and receive “Blue Dot” specials.
    • Starts: 6-8:30pm on Tuesday.
    • The Village At Squaw Valley USA, 1750 Village East RD, Olympic Valley, CA- Call: (866)818-6963 or (530)584-1000 for information.
• July 14-19
  • American Century Celebrity Golf Championship 2009
    • With a purse of $600,000 and network television exposure, it’s the most prestigious and richest celebrity tournament in golf. Get up close and personal with more than 70 sports and entertainment celebrities while enjoying the magnificent views from Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course. Past participants include Michael Jordan, Charles Barkley, John Elway, Jerry Rice and Jack Wagner. Click here to volunteer. Click here and download your favorite Calendar.
    • Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, Stateline, NV- Call: (530)544-5050 for information.
• July 16
  •  "A Magical mystery tour"
    • The Opening Gala. Join us for a Magical Mystery Tour! Let us take you away on a musical joy ride during our Opening Night Gala event. Once again the stunning Brushwood Estate on the pristine West Shore of Lake Tahoe will host our annual celebration. Dine, sing and dance the night away under the stars as we celebrate a "Tribute to the Beatles" with The Sun Kings.
  July 18-19
  • 8th Annual Art, Wine & Music Festival
    • The 8th Annual Squaw Valley USA Art, Wine & Music Festival brings some of the finer things in life to this High Sierra Valley. Talented artists and craft persons, musicians and performers gather at the base of Squaw Valley USA to showcase their creativity. Attendees can enjoy live music on two stages while savoring the offerings from 15 wineries and a fine art exhibition featuring more than 40 artists. The event is a fundraiser for the Disabled Sports USA Far West and Tahoe Arts for the Schools.
    • Starts: 10am-6pm on Saturday & Sunday. Cost: $25 per day, which includes a commemorative wine glass and wine tasting.
    • The Village At Squaw Valley USA, 1750 Village East RD, Olympic Valley, CA- Call: (866)818-6963 or (530)584-1000 for information.
  • Tahoe Art League Artists Studio Tour
    • Artists Reception.
    • Tahoe Art League Studio, 3062 Lake Tahoe BLVD, South Lake Tahoe, CA- (530)544-2313 for information.
• July 19
  • 29th Annual Donner Lake Triathlon
    • The Donner Lake Triathlon offers both a Sprint and International Distance course providing opportunity for all to participate. Swim in the beautiful clear water, bike out and up historic route U.S. 40 featuring spectacular views of the entire lake, and then run around one of the most scenic alpine lakes anywhere. Conveniently located off I-80, just minutes from charming and historic downtown Truckee, Donner Lake and West End Beach are one of the areas best kept secrets.
    • Starts: 7am on Sunday.
    • Call: (530)546-1019 for information.
• July 21
  • Bluesdays!
    • Featuring: Rick Estrin and the Nightcats. This free blues concert series, which will continue every Tuesday throughout July and August, will feature known Blues acts on the Events Plaza stage. In between listening to the music, visitors can enjoy great grab & go “Blue Plate” specials from the Village restaurants and explore the unique shops and receive “Blue Dot” specials.
    • Starts: 6-8:30pm on Tuesday.
    • The Village At Squaw Valley USA, 1750 Village East RD, Olympic Valley, CA- Call: (866)818-6963 or (530)584-1000 for information.
  • Wine Mixer to Benefit South Lake Tahoe's Relay for Life at Après Wine Company
    • Ten percent of the evening's take in the wine bar will go to this worthy American Cancer Society fund raiser. No RSVPs necessary, just come to Après with your friends and family and enjoy yourselves over great wine and delicious food.
    • Starts: 5-10pm on Tuesday.
    • Ski Run Center, 3668 Lake Tahoe BLVD, South Lake Tahoe, CA- Call: (530)544-9463 for information.
• July 23 - August 8
  • Lake Tahoe Music Festival
    • Don't miss your chance to see this amazing line up of world class musicians. Our concert series features Broadway and classical themes, well known Blues, Classic rock and Jazz.
    • For more information call (530) 583-3101
• July 24
  • Barton Foundation Golf Tournament
    • Barton Foundation Golf Tournament - Genoa Lakes at the Lakes Course.  All proceeds go to the Barton Foundation.
    • Starts: Registration begins at 6:30am, Shot gun start at 8am. Cost: $175 per person. Register online.
    • Genoa Lakes at the Lakes Course, Genoa, NV- Call: (530)543-5909 for information or tickets.
• July 25
  • Lake Tahoe Music Festival presents the quintessential American rock band Huey Lewis and The News
    • With anthems that highlighted the soundtrack of the '80s the band topped the charts with hits including "Workin' for a Livin'," "I Want a New Drug," "The Heart of Rock & Roll," "Hip to be Square" and "Power of Love," the Academy Award-nominated number one single from hit movie "Back to the Future." The concert is part of the non-profit festival's six-concert season taking place July 23 - Aug. 8, 2009 at scenic venues throughout North Lake Tahoe and Truckee, Calif. Tickets are on sale March 15. Visit online for a complete season lineup.
    • Old Greenwood, Truckee, CA- Call Kristen Power at: (775)323-6333 or E-mail for more information.
  • Living History Day - Free admission at Tahoe Maritime Museum
    • Join us for more exhibits including boat displays, classic wooden boats, activities for children, a guided tour at 2pm and more at the Museum's annual Living History Day in Homewood, CA. Refreshments available for sale.
    • Starts: 10am-5pm on Saturday.
    • Tahoe Maritime Museum, 5205 West Lake BLVD, Homewood, CA- (530)525-9253 for information.
• July 25-26
  • Annual Kings Beach Fine Art and Sculpture on the Shore
    • The 14th Annual Kings Beach Fine Art and Sculpture on the Shore makes its appearance at beautiful Kings Beach State Park on the shore of North Lake Tahoe. The event features 40 artists displaying two-dimensional and sculptural works in this scenic setting.
    • Starts: 10am-5pm on Saturday & Sunday.
    • Kittredge Sports, Hwy 203 · Main ST- Call: (209)267-4394 for information.
• July 28
  • Bluesdays!
    • Featuring: Shane Dwight Band. This free blues concert series, which will continue every Tuesday throughout July and August, will feature known Blues acts on the Events Plaza stage. In between listening to the music, visitors can enjoy great grab & go “Blue Plate” specials from the Village restaurants and explore the unique shops and receive “Blue Dot” specials.
    • Starts: 6-8:30pm on Tuesday.
    • The Village At Squaw Valley USA, 1750 Village East RD, Olympic Valley, CA- Call: (866)818-6963 or (530)584-1000 for information.
• July 29
  • Kenney Chesney - Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys
    • With Special Guests Miranda Lambert and Lady Antebellum. Show time is 7:30 p.m. Four time winner of the County Music Award’s coveted “Entertainer of the Year” honor, Kenny Chesney brings his 2009 “Sun City Carnival” tour to Lake Tahoe for an exclusive one-night engagement. Tickets On-sale online or through Ticketmaster.
    • Harveys Outdoor Arena, Harveys Resort & Casino, Stateline, NV- Call Toll-free: (800)427-7247 or (775)588-2411 for information.
• July 30-August 2
  • The Australian Bee Gees Show at MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa
    • The Australian Bee Gees Show - Live By Request. The show will feature all of the classics as well as audience favorites in an intimate and relaxed atmosphere.
    • Starts: Doors at 8pm, Show starts at 9pm. Cost: $39.95/$29.95 /Reserved | $12.95 Kids 17 & under. Buy tickets online or at Ticketmaster.
    • MontBleu Casino Resort & Spa, Stateline, NV- Call Toll-free: (888)829-7630 or (775)588-3515 for information.

2009 Season Lake Tahoe Summer Music Festival Opening Gala July 16 Festival begins July 23 through August 8

'Music should strike fire from the heart of a man and bring tears from the eyes of a woman' -Ludwig Van Beethoven

Tickets, Venues, Performers and Information or call: (530)581-1184
All regular concerts: gates open at 5pm, concerts begin at 7pm.
Concessions will be available for purchase and picnics are encouraged

37th Annual Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival at Sand Harbor July 11 - August 23 Tickets: (800)74-SHOWS, General: (775)832-1616 Tickets - Map

BOATHOUSE THEATRE

[ Stage Productions & Classic Films, Concerts & Dances ]

Boathouse Theatre Stage Productions & Classic Films

"The Best Little Play house this side of Cape Cod"

For a most memorable Lake Tahoe summer evening experience, take some time and enjoy these fine productions at the Valhalla Boathouse Theater. Tickets are available through the Tallac Association. Admission varies per performance, with pricing for adults, seniors and children. Shows begin promptly at 7:30pm, unless otherwise noted. For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact the Tahoe-Tallac Association at (530) 541-4975.

• July 6
  • Tahoe Improv Players
    • Spontaneous, hilarious, improvised comedy, they have been entertaining audiences for 15 years. You'll laugh till you cry!
    • Starts: 7:30 on Monday. Cost:$10/5.
• July 8,22
  • Film Night
    • This year's film series focuses on classic films including many black and whites, children and youth greats, and high quality sound tracks -- all family friendly. Check back here for film titles as they become available.
    • Starts: 7:30pm on Wednesday. Cost: $5/3.
• July 10
  • Kids Improv Workshop Performance
    • Come out and see what the kids have been up to during the week-long workshop.
    • Starts: 1-2pm on Friday. Cost: TBA.
• July 23
  • The Continuing Adventures of Captain Thunder
    • Come watch as the Lake Tahoe Writing Club returns to perform the next chapter of the superhero radio play.
    • Starts: 7:30pm on Thursday. Cost:$10/5.
       

Arts & Cultural Events

• Throughout June-August
  • Artist-in-Residence Series
    • Twin Cabins. Throughout the Festival Season artists will be working in one of the Twin Cabins. Visitors to Valhalla and the Tallac Historic Site can observe and interact with the artists. There will be items for sale.
    • Cost: Free.
• Throughout June-September
  • Visit our Cultural Arts Store
    • Twin Cabins. For Lake Tahoe-based arts and crafts visit the Valhalla Estates Twin Cabins and purchase a souvenir to remind you of your wonderful visit to Lake Tahoe. There will be items for sale.
    • Cost: Free.
• Throughout July
  • "Art for All Ages" Art lessons
    • Be Creative! Learn and Play! With the idyllic Valhalla Estate and Lake Tahoe's south shore as inspiration, enjoy a variety of art projects specifically designed to unleash your creative spirit.
    • Starts: 10:30-Noon on Wednesdays & Fridays. Cost: Free.
    • Boathouse Patio.
• July 12
  • Latino Day
    • Come out and experience the music, dancing, food, and arts and crafts of the Latin community.
    • Starts: 12-8pm on Sunday. Cost: Free (items for sale).
    • Valhalla Grand Estate.
• July 20-24
  • Art Exhibit
    • Come see the amazing Grand Hall with Nancy Clarke's Sierra oil landscapes and Dee Mannings watercolor landscapes plus her colorful viscosity prints from etchings. Also see Ron Clarke's photos.
    • Starts:10am-4pm on Monday-Friday. Cost: Free.
    • Grand Hall.
• July 25,26
  • Wa She Shu It Deh Native American Festival
    • The weekend includes a basket weaving competition, native film festival, traditional dance, native artists and performers, hand game tournament, raffle prizes, and great food!
    • Starts: All Day on Saturday & Sunday. Cost: Free.
    • Valhalla Estate.

Concerts and Dances

Lake Tahoe residents and visitors can treat themselves to an incredible musical experience in a unique historical setting. The Valhalla Arts & Music Festival features weekly concerts at the Tallac Historic Site in South Lake Tahoe. The concerts take place in the Valhalla Boathouse Theatre, a restored 150-seat community theater originally built in the 1890's. Dances are held in the Valhalla Grand Hall. The concerts cover a range of music from classical music, folkloric music and dance, Swing, steel drums, jazz and Rhythm & Blues. All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. Admission varies per concert with pricing for adults, seniors and children. Tickets may be purchased at the door, but advance reservations are strongly recommended. Parking is available in the Valhalla lot or on Highway 89 by the tan barn. For more information about the concerts or to purchase tickets in advance please call Tahoe-Tallac Association (530) 541-4975.

• July 3
  • Toccata Chorus & Orchestra
    • TOCCATA continues its Big Blue Summer MusicFest with RED, WHITE AND TOCCATA-TAHOE BLUE a concert of American composers, with art songs, spirituals, Broadway show tunes and a festive trio of trumpets. Audience singalong’s include "Battle Hymn of the Republic" and "America the Beautiful". Donna Axton and David Brock accompany the SummerFest chorus with soloists Anna Helwing and Joy Strotz, soprano, Susan Sonnemaker, mezzo soprano, Andy Sonnemaker, tenor and Stuart Duke, baritone.
    • Starts: 7:30pm on Friday. Cost: $15/12/5.
    • Boathouse.
• July 7
  • Dream Spirit Baroque Band
    • Dream Spirit Baroque Band plays an original mix of instruments including dulcimer, guitar, violin, cello and recorder. Our style has been described as folk chamber music. (We perform Celtic, ethnic, country, classical, Baroque, Renaissance and popular songs.)
    • Starts: 7:30pm on Tuesday. Cost: $15/12/5.
    • Grand Hall.
• July 10
  • Hip Service
    • Come out and dance and sing along to this perennial Valhalla favorite as they crank out the best in R&B, Motown, Funk, and Hip Hop on the Valhalla Lawn. If don’t already know, you’ll learn why this group won three awards for best R&B/Funk performances.
    • Starts: 7:30pm on Friday. Cost: $20/15.
    • Grand Lawn.
• July 13
  • Tutti Fluttie with Josue Casillas, flute
    • Featuring Flute, Harp, Violin & Organ Concerti. Program includes Handel, Op. 4, #2 David Brock, organ (10 min); Vivaldi, Concerto for Flute & violin in E minor (9 min), Misha Raffiee, violin; Bach, Concerto for Flute & Violin in C minor (18 minutes) and Variations for flute & Soprano (7 minutes), J.Strotz soprano; and "Polotius by Night" for Violin, Flute, Harp and Orchestra.
    • Starts: 7:30pm on Monday. Cost: $15/12/5.
• July 20
  • Toccata Wind Quintet
    • TOCCATA continues the Big Blue Summer MusicFest at the Valhalla Boathouse with TOCCATA WINDS, the principle wind players from Tahoe Symphony Orchestra including, Toni Healy, flute, Marianne Maytan, oboe, Darrell Moore, clarinet, Ben Benson, bassoon and Bruce Kanzelmayer, French horn, performing the Sextet for Wind Quintet and Piano by Francis Poulenc and Quintet for winds by Carl Nielsen. Joining the winds will be Donna Axton, piano and Anna Helwing, soprano, who will perform selections from Bach Cantata # 208, and Massenet’s Elegie.
    • Starts: 7:30pm on Monday. Cost: $15/12/5.
    • Boathouse.
• July 28
  • Bare Bones Open Mic
    • Variety of music, comedy, spoken word. The Bare Bones Open Mic Nights provide a creative stage for musicians, writers, comedians, and all other performing artists wanting to be seen a heard.
    • Starts: 7:30pm on Tuesday. Cost: Free.
    • Grand Hall.
• July 30
  • Java Djambe Drum and Dance Troupe
    • Since 2000, Java Djambe has delighted audiences with their infectious grooves and exhilirating dances. Founded by artistic director Liz Broscoe, this twelve piece drum and dance troupe delivers powerful performances laced with historical and cultural awareness surrounding West African rhythms. Opening show: Wesley Orsolic, acoustic blues guitar and vocal.
    • Starts: 7:30pm on Thursday. Cost: $10/5.
    • Grand Hall.
• July 31
  • Anne Roos, Celtic harp & Shawn Cummings, bagpipe
    • An evening of Celtic concert magic, celtic harpist Ann Roos and bagpiper Sean Cummings will perform in an unlikely duo to create an enchanting music experience.
    • Starts: 7:30pm on Friday. Cost: $15/12/5.
    • Boathouse.

Children's Programs

• July 2,8,9,16
  • "In the Meadow," (Sing-Along with Krissi)
    • Valhalla Grand Lawn. Fun for the whole family. Appropriate for pre-school through age 12 with parental supervision. A read and sing along, interactive nature and music presentation. Learn about bears, coyotes, and geese in their natural habitat. In Lake Tahoe and everywhere, keep wildlife wild! (Book signing and sale at conclusion of each program.)
    • Starts: 10-11am. Cost: Free.
• July 6-10
  • Kid’s Improv Workshop
    • Children's comedy workshop. This five day intensive workshop introduces kids (12 - 17) to the world of comedic improvisation through games and activities.
    • Starts:9:30am-1pm Monday-Friday. Cost: $45.
    • Valhalla Estate.
• Mon - Sat July 27-Aug. 1 TBA
  • Missoula Childrens’ Theatre Camp
    • The children will rehearse and perform "Rumpelstiltskin." Auditions and casting are Monday from 10am to Noon with a 12:30-2pm rehearsal. Tuesday through Friday: 10 -12 rehearsal, 12 - 12:30 lunch, 12:30 - 2:00 rehearsal. Performances at 2 and 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1.
    • Cost: TBA.
    • Valhalla Estate.

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