Summer is at its peak in Lake Tahoe, and there are still so many more epic local events coming up. Don't miss some of our August and September favorites to add highlights to your visit to Lake Tahoe and Truckee.
TA-HOE NALU PADDLEBOARD FESTIVAL
KINGS BEACH STATE RECREATION SITE | 318 N. LAKE BLVD. KINGS BEACH, CA
Event Dates: Saturday, August 6 and Sunday, August 7, 2022
Where: Kings Beach, CA
Grab your paddleboard and your lei and come out for the Ta-Hoe Nalu Paddleboard Festival. This highly anticipated paddling event celebrates the world’s original SUP race by holding a series of paddling races, clinics, demos and other fun activities. The races range from 2-mile courses to 10-miles, sprints and even events just for kids. Registration for the races will be held each morning. After the events, participants enjoy the awards ceremonies and free demos and guided paddle trips offered by paddling professionals that cater to levels ranging from beginner to advanced. This Lake Tahoe annual event also includes a village with live music, food vendors and equipment exhibitions. The festival starts in the early morning and continues to late afternoon each day. Come for one event or stay for the weekend. This Lake Tahoe annual event is held in mid-August and takes place at Kings Beach State Park.
OBEXER'S BOAT COMPANY | 5300 West Lake Blvd Homewood, CA 96141
Event Dates: Friday, August 12 & Saturday, August 13, 2022
Where: The Village at Palisades Tahoe
The annual Concours d'Elegance will take place at the historic Obexer's Boat Company in Homewood, California. The main event is a two-day experience of high-class vintage boats, transporting you into the past.
Judges come from all over the country to determine which boat has been most perfectly resorted to its factory condition. The nationally acclaimed 100-point judging system rewards the boats in almost perfect condition.
Welcome Gala hosted by Gar Woods Grill and Pier - Thursday, August 11, 2022 5pm cocktails/6pm dinner
Awards BBQ hosted by Obexer's Boat Company - Friday, August 12, 2022
Ladies Luncheon hosted by Turners' "Playtime" and Men's Grill - Sunday, August 14, 2022
THE VILLAGE AT PALISADES TAHOE | 1960 Olympic Valley Rd, Olympic Valley, CA 96146
Event Dates: Saturday, August 13 & Sunday, August 14, 2022
Where: The Village at Palisades Tahoe
Time: 3-8pm Both Days
Festival-goers can sip on a wide array of tasty beers from over 10 different breweries spread throughout the Village, as well as enjoying an incredible lineup of live music on two stages. The main stage will be located in the Events Plaza this year. Tickets* are required to enjoy the music during festival hours. Chairs & blankets are permitted outside of the Main Stage area and if out of the way of the flow of traffic and dancing feet. We will be capping attendance each day.
*Please purchase your tickets in advance to get the best deal, to speed up the check in process and to guarantee your spot at this awesome event.
All proceeds from the event benefit the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe.
THE VILLAGE AT PALISADES TAHOE | 1960 Olympic Valley Rd, Olympic Valley, CA 96146
Event Dates: Sunday, September 4, 2022
Where: The Village at Palisades Tahoe
Time: 2-5pm
The 32nd Annual Alpen Wine Fest includes an all-inclusive wine tasting from over forty (40) exceptional wineries and live music. All proceeds benefit Can Do MS, a non-profit foundation that delivers health and wellness education programs to help families living with MS thrive. With a donation for your wine tasting ticket, attendees receive an Alpen Wine Fest wine glass, the all-inclusive tasting and live music from some of the region's best musicians. The event is open to all ages, however, you must be 21 years or older and present a valid ID to participate in the wine tasting.
THE VILLAGE AT PALISADES TAHOE | 1960 Olympic Valley Rd, Olympic Valley, CA 96146
Event Dates: Sunday, September 17, 2022
Where: The Village at Palisades Tahoe
Time: 12-6pm
Transforming the Village at Palisades Tahoe into the largest Bavarian playground in North Lake Tahoe, the ever-popular Octoberfest is sure to be a great day with lots of German beer, Bavarian music, dancing and fun had by all.
Authentic Brats, Pretzels, Swiss Slices and traditional European dessert/pastries to include apple strudel & nussgipfel, plus Root Beer Floats for the kids will be available for purchase.
Live entertainment provided by:
Joe Smiell's 20 Piece Bavarian Band
The Almenrausch Schuhplattler Dance Troupe
Alpentanzer Schuhplattler Dance Troupe
Alpentanz Kapelle Band throughout the day.
NORTH LAKE TAHOE SPARTAN ULTRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND
THE VILLAGE AT PALISADES TAHOE | 1960 Olympic Valley Rd. Olympic Valley, CA 96146
Event Dates: Saturday, September 24 - Monday, September 26, 2022
Where: The Village at Palisades Tahoe
Spartan will once again return to the rugged Sierra Mountains and take place at Palisades Tahoe, which was once home to the 1960 Olympic Winter Games. Surrounded by beautiful views in the Sierra mountains, athletes will test themselves with a race full of twists and turn with a surface elevation of 6,22f feet and a max elevation upwards of 9,000 feet.
Athletes from all over the world will come together for this 24-hour grueling race, who will come out on top?