This summer is filled with incredible events in North Lake Tahoe! From races and parades to family events and shows, summer 2024 is going to be epic!
Events in June 2024
America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride
Sunday, June 2nd, 2024 | Ride Start 6:00am – 8:00am | Lake Tahoe, California & Nevada | REGISTER HERE
About:
Join The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) in the fight against blood cancer while you experience an amazing day of cycling around Lake Tahoe.
Over the past 30 years America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride has helped support LLS’s goal to assist cancer patients and their families thrive beyond blood cancer by raising more than $100 million through our Team In Training program. As we continue the legacy of this charity ride, we want to give everyone the honored opportunity to pedal for a cause, to ride for the LLS mission.
Route Map:
Start Location @ Lake Parkway & Highway 50
Finish Location @ UNR 4H Camp
Participants receive:
- AMBBR H2O Bottle, T-Shirt, Swag Bag & Finisher Medal
- Access to after ride Celebration with food & entertainment
- Full Course support, Rest Stops, On-course meal & Professional Course Photos
- *IMPACT Riders that raise $500+ receive a pair of exclusive AMBBR 2024 cycling socks
- Come for the Ride, Stay for the Mission! Register Here
Tail Wagger 5K
Sunday June 2, 2024 | North Tahoe Regional Park – 6600 Donner Road, Tahoe Vista, CA 96148 | REGISTER HERE
About:
Welcome to the 2nd Annual dog-friendly Tail Wagger 5K and 1 Miler! Finally an event for the dogs in the Tahoe Truckee Area! No dog? No problem! The event is open to human runners too.
Schedule:
| Date | Time | Activity | Location |
| Saturday, June 1st | 5:00pm – 7:00pm | Registration and Check-in | Tahoe Backyard |
| Sunday, June 2nd | 7:00am – 9:00am | Registration and Check-in | Main Venue |
| 8:30am | 5K Start | Main Venue | |
| 10:00am | 1 Miler Start | Main Venue | |
| 10:30am – 1:00pm | Awards and Festivities | Main Venue |
Fees:
| Tailwagger | By June 2nd | Onsite if Not Sold Out |
| 5K Dog and Human | $60.00 | $65.00 |
| 5K Human Only | $55.00 | $60.00 |
| 5K Additional Dog | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| 1 Mile Dog and Human | $50.00 | $55.00 |
| 1 Mile Human Only | $45.00 | $50.00 |
The Course:
The Tail Wagger 5K and 1 Mile course feature the trails at the North Tahoe Regional Park. Both trails have a mix of dirt trails and a section of the paved Pam Emmerich Memorial Trail. The courses start and finish from the main venue, a large grass field, and are a clockwise loop.
What’s Included:
Event T-shirt
Doggy Bandana
Finishing Medal
Beverages
South Fork Vodka Bloody Mary Bar
Alibi Ale
Canine Agility Course Sponsored by Tahoe Truckee Pet Lodge
Post run Canine Yoga Sponsored by The Peace Offering
Awards top three, See FAQ
Treats for Human and Canine
Rainbow Run, Rock & Roll
Sunday, June 9, 2024 | 9:30am – 1:00pm | Truckee Regional Park
About:
This out and back fun, 5k run/walk will start and finish on the paved Legacy Trail above the Lower River BBQ plaza. After departing in self-identified mile time waves, participants follow a mostly flat course along the Truckee River. They will pass the East River Foot Bridge before a short descent. The course goes under Hwy 267 just before passing the one water station. The course continues along the path, over a wooden footbridge and up a slight hill before bearing right to reach the turnaround location. The race will follow the Legacy Trail back to where the event began.
Event Schedule:
9:30am -10:15am – Bib pick up
10:00am – Festival opens
10:30am – 5K runners/walkers staggered release
12:00pm – Rollers are released
12:30pm – All competitors must be finished
1:00pm – Festival ends
5K Race Individual Sign-Up | REGISTER HERE
Sign up to participate in the fun run/walk and enjoy a beautiful journey along the gorgeous Legacy Trail with your fellow community members. Your registration fee includes an event t-shirt (designed by TEA Student, Ennis Graham), a timing bib, refreshment/aid station, and the opportunity to be part of a historic event.
$30 – Adult
$20 – Child (5-17)
Children under 5 are free
5K Race Family or Group Sign-Up | REGISTER HERE
Sign up to participate in the fun run/walk and enjoy a beautiful journey along the gorgeous Legacy Trail with your fellow community members. Your registration fee includes an event t-shirt (designed by TEA Student, Ennis Graham), a timing bib, refreshment/aid station, and the opportunity to be part of a historic event.
$30 – Adult
$20 – Child (5-17)
Children under 5 are free
Roller / Festival Registration | REGISTER HERE
Sign up here if you want to participate on wheels or you want to attend the festival wearing one of the event t-shirts (designed by TEA Student, Ennis Graham).
The “roller” course will not be timed and will involve a 1.5 mile course, which turns you around under the 267 bridge. Participants will begin at noon once the majority of runners/walkers have completed the 5K. Rollers are not required to register, however they are welcome to do so in order to receive an event t-shirt.
$15 – Rollers or Festival Participants who want an event t-shirt
Important notes:
The course WILL NOT BE closed to other pedestrians, bikers, scooters, skateboards, etc. and dogs. Please be mindful of your surroundings and attentive/respectful of other Legacy Trail users.
Participants will be asked to stay on the right side of this walking/bike path for the entire race. The entire course is wheelchair/stroller accessible.
This is not an officially certified course.
There will be one water/first aid station with light refreshments available along the course. However, PLEASE plan to bring your own refillable hydration container in order to reduce waste.
Refreshments will be available for purchase at the Festival before and after the run/walk.
Parking:
Parking will be available at Regional Park – 10050 Brockway Rd, in Truckee, CA. Participants can also park on East River Street by the foot bridge and walk up to start along the Trail. Signage will direct runners to start.
Before the race:
Timing bibs and event t-shirts can be collected on Friday, June 7th between 3:30-5:30pm at Tahoe Expedition Academy – 9765 Schaffer Mill Road, Truckee, CA 96161 OR between 9:30am -10:15am at the race start located at the Lower River BBQ plaza on Race Day, June 9th.
Registration closes on Thursday, June 6th, HOWEVER event t-shirts can only be guaranteed to participants who sign up by May 15th, so sign up EARLY!
Your registration fee for either the 5K Race Category or the Roller Registration Category includes a commemorative event t-shirt, designed by TEA Student, Ennis Graham!
Maker Show
Sunday, June 9, 2024 | 11am – 5pm | Truckee Roundhouse at the Truckee Tahoe Airport –12116 Chandelle Way, Truckee, CA 96161
About:
Join us on June 9th for Tahoe’s celebration of our incredible maker community!
Come to our makerspace home at the Truckee Tahoe Airport for this beloved celebration of art, community, and ingenuity at our 8th annual Maker Show!
This event brings together our entire creative community– Makers, Artists, Visionaries, Inventors, Non-profits, Performers, Education Partners, and Sponsors! Discover over 60 local artisans – jewelers, sculptors, and metal workers all together to INSPIRE YOU. This is not just a craft fair – at the Maker Show, YOU are the artist.
Try leather stamping, experience wood turning, create your own candle, paint with beeswax, or explore the thrill of blacksmithing. We’ll have a makers market, food trucks, beer, music, art cars, kids activities, tours of the makerspace, a silent auction, and raffle prizes. Join us for a true celebration of Wonder, Art, and Community.
Important Info:
Free Parking (and if you ride your bike, you score the closest parking spots and your ticket is 1/2 off!)
Tickets:
Entry tickets can be purchased online or at the door. Save $5 when you purchase online in advance!
Adult: $15
Youth 6-17 & Bikers: $10
Kids 5 & Under: Free!
Truckee Pride
Monday – Sunday June 3rd – 9th, 2024 | Truckee
About:
Join Truckee in celebrating the first ever Pride Week!
We love living and playing in the incredible landscape of the Sierra Nevada. Historically, rural towns and outdoor spaces have not always been accepting of the queer community. We’re working to make sure that everybody, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, race and lifestyle feel safe, supported and welcome in Truckee and its surrounding areas.
We’ve got a packed calendar of events this June! All of our events are family-friendly and not just for queer people: we wish to bring everyone in our Town together for fun and community building.
Want to organize an event? Get in touch
Sponsors
We’re extremely grateful to the following organizations for sponsoring Truckee Pride Week – as a small volunteer organization our work is made possible thanks to their kind contributions:
13th Annual Tahoe City Art By The Lake
Friday – Sunday, June 14th – 16th, 2024 | 10:00am – 5:00pm | Boatworks Mall, 760 N. Lake Boulevard, Tahoe City
About:
Set on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, the 14th annual Tahoe City Art by the Lake will give visitors a special opportunity to meet with 30 artisans showcasing a wide variety of arts and crafts including photography, paintings, ceramics, jewelry and more. Providing a unique venue for patrons to view original handmade creations while enjoying the outdoors, the fair takes place Fri-Sun, June 14-16 from 10:00am to 5:00pm each day. Boatworks Mall in Tahoe City plays host to this event which spreads across the open grassy area overlooking stunning Lake Tahoe between the Boatworks Mall and the Tahoe City Marina. 760 N. Lake Boulevard right off Highway 28.
Tahoe 200
Friday – Tuesday, June 14th – 18th, 2024 | Lake Tahoe – Tahoe Rim Trail | REGISTER HERE
About:
The Tahoe 200 is an incredible journey around the largest alpine lake in North America. The route traverses the sparkling, clear blue waters of Lake Tahoe from the Tahoe Rim Trail, occasionally detouring off the TRT to explore aspen meadows, rock gardens of giants, small impossibly blue lakes, thick canopied forests, and long ridge lines with stunning views. The route is nothing less than magical.
Details:
36,857 + feet of ascent/descent
200.2 miles, out-and-back course from Heavenly Stagecoach Lodge
105 hour cutoff
Fully marked course with reflective ribbons and signs
5 crew access AS with full aid, hot food, medical, with 3 sleep stations
Registration for the lottery is open June 15th – 29th, 2024
2025 Race Dates: June 13th to the 17th
Big Blue Adventures Olympic Valley Half Marathon & 8 Miler
Saturday June 15, 2024 | 6:00am – 3:00pm | Palisades Tahoe | REGISTER HERE
About:
These races start and finish in the iconic Village at Palisades Tahoe.
The Olympic Valley Half Marathon and 8 Miler start and finish at the iconic Village at Palisades Tahoe, site of the historic 1960 Winter Olympics. The course is fast and flat, a scenic out-and-back featuring mainly paved trails through the valley and along the Truckee River. During the route, keep an eye out for bald eagles, mule deer, and trout leaping out of the river all while enjoying the cool, refreshing Sierra air. You will be supported by plenty of aid stations along the course which will have water, electrolyte beverages and a variety of fruit and snacks. Don’t miss this “Bucket List” Half Marathon and 8-Miler!
9th Annual Lake Tahoe Summit Lacrosse Classic
June 15-16, 2024 & June 17-18, 2024 | Truckee/ North Lake Tahoe
About:
A high-quality youth – HS boys and girls tournament, hosted by Summit Lacrosse Ventures and ADVNC Lacrosse. Enjoy an upbeat lacrosse festival atmosphere, solid competition on-field, unlimited activities off-field, and do so in one of the most beautiful places in the USA.
Truckee Thursdays
Every Thursday June 20 – Aug 15, 2024 | 5pm – 9pm | Downtown Truckee
About:
Truckee Thursdays is a feel-good event that beckons the community to enjoy some exuberant downtown summertime energy. Offering live music, licensed alcohol area, food court with local food trucks and vendors, children’s activities, and a wide variety of artisan vendors. It’s no wonder this lively weekly event is on both locals’ and visitors’ must-do list. In addition, attendees will find sidewalk sales and other activities hosted by Historic Downtown merchants.
Lake Tahoe Mountain Bike Race
Saturday June 22, 2024 | Tahoe City
About:
Mountain Bike Lake Tahoe. Join us for a day mountain biking and gravel biking in Tahoe City, Lake Tahoe on some sweet trails and singletrack. New courses for 2024. Juniors and all NICA riders are welcome. Gravel bikes are welcome!
| 4 Hour | By 12/31 | By 6/21 | Onsite if Available |
| Adult 18+ | $80 | $85 | $95 |
| Youth 17 Under | $65 | $70 | $75 |
| 2 Person Team | $160 | $170 | $190 |
| XC 12 Mile Beginner/Novice | By 12/31 | By 6/21 | Onsite if Available |
| Adult 18+ | $60 | $65 | $70 |
| Youth 17 Under | $55 | $60 | $65 |
| XC 24 Mile | By 12/31 | By 6/21 | Onsite if Available |
| Adult 18+ | $70 | $75 | $80 |
| Youth 17 Under | $60 | $65 | $70 |
| XC 32 Mile | By 12/31 | By 6/21 | Onsite if Available |
| Adult 18+ | $75 | $80 | $85 |
| Youth 17 Under | $65 | $70 | $75 |
What’s Included:
- Event T-shirt
- Finishing Medal
- Post event meal
- Chip Timing
- Awards
- Beer for those 21 and over
- EMT’s onsite
Teams & Classes:
XC Race Beginner/Novice (12 miles, 1 lap of 12 mile course)
- Age Group: Juniors 16 & under, Junior 17-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
XC Race (24 miles, 2 laps of 12 mile course)
- Age Group: Juniors 16 & under, Junior 17-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
- Expert/Pro
- Single Speed
XC Race (32 miles, 2 laps of 16 mile course)
- Age Group: Juniors 16 & under, Junior 17-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
- Expert/Pro
- Single Speed
4 Hour Race (laps on the 12 mile course)
- Solo
- Age Group: Juniors 16 & under, Junior 17-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
- Expert/Pro
- Single Speed
- Team of Two
- All male, all female, coed
- Single speed
XC Races:
- 12 mile course, fast lap times approximately 50 minutes
- Beginner/Novice is one lap, 24 mile XC is two laps
- 16 mile course, fast lap times approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes
- 32 mile XC is two laps
- Course is all of the 12 mile course + 4 additional miles/lap
- 4 hour race is timed from 8:00AM to 12:00PM
- Held on the 12 mile XC course
- Most laps win
Timing & Transition Area
- Mandatory dismount through timing area
- Racers only…..no teammates
Team Pit Area
- The Team Pit Area is located at the main venue. Teams are provided with designated patch of ground to set up their support on a first come first serve basis. Teams may set up on Friday afternoon and Saturday race morning (there will be no security on Friday night). Team Pit Area closes at 8:00PM Friday night and opens at 6:00AM Saturday morning.
- Additional Team Pit Area is provide after registration
Schedule
| Sat. June 22 | Lake Tahoe Mountain Bike Race | Where |
| 6:30am | Bike and gear staging open | Tahoe XC/ Highlands Community Center |
| 6:00am-7:15am | Athlete Check-in & Registration | Highlands Community Center |
| 7:30am | Race briefing | Highlands Community Center |
| 8:00am | Race Start | Highlands Community Center |
| 11:30am | Meal | Highlands Community Center |
| 12:00am | 4 hour event conclusion | Highlands Community Center |
| 11:00am | Awards Start and Continue as races finish | Highlands Community Center |
General Rules:
- No music, ear plugs on course
- Helmets-CPSC, ANSI or SNELL certified helmets must be worn at all times while on course
- Race numbers-must be displayed on the front of handle bars at all times while on course
- Sportsmanship is required. Respecting the trail system and ALL those using it is paramount.
- Passing
- Vocalize your intent when passing “passing the right/left, etc.”
- Pass in a location that works, not in a tight corner, etc.
- Right of Way
- This is not a closed course event. Pay attention and yield to other non-racers (bike and foot) when necessary.
- Represent yourself with class
- For the 4-hour once on the course, a rider must complete his or her lap. Substitutions or restarts can only be made at the main timing area.
4 Hour Course Rules
Follow the course, no exceptions
- Consecutive laps are allowed, 4-hour team
- Canceling a lap
- A team has the option of canceling a teammate’s lap and restarting the lap with another teammate. The start of the canceled lap time will be the start of the new lap.
- For the 4 hr race, all riders must start their final lap before 12:00 PM, and complete their final lap by 1:10 PM in order for the lap to count.
Truckee Tahoe Air Show & Family Festival
Saturday, June 22 | 9am – 4pm | Truckee Airport
About:
The Truckee Tahoe Air Show boasts one of the most iconic backdrops of any air show in the world! Soaring pines, majestic mountains and a blue sky complement each performer’s show.
Located only 15 minutes from the shores of North Lake Tahoe, the Truckee Tahoe Air Show & Family Festival is proudly known as one of the region’s most family-friendly events with free parking and free admission and is the perfect event to put on the calendar for a weekend getaway in the Sierra. See all the attractions here!
Come experience a breathtaking and world-class air show with world-renowned aerobatic performers! Visit the Grocery Outlet STEM Expo, the Family Festival, static displays, vendors, a VIP Hospitality Tent, free Speaker Presentation, and much more!
The Air Show is generously funded and presented by the Truckee Tahoe Airport District.
The Truckee Tahoe Air Show is a proud recipient of the
2018 ICAS Pinnacle Gold Award for Excellence in Emergency Response!
VIP Hospitality Tent
Tickets go on sale June 3, 2024
Looking for that special VIP experience? Well, you’ll find it at the Truckee Tahoe Air Show’s VIP Hospitality Tent. A VIP Hospitality Tent Ticket offers guests a first-class seat on the flight line…the best view at the show! Ticket-holder perks include a catered lunch, beverages including beer and wine, mingling with performers, VIP-only restrooms, and LOTS of shade! Now THAT’S a first-class ticket!
A limited number of tickets will be sold online.
Adult ticket cost is $125.
Children (12 and under) – $50.
Reserved Table for 10 – $1500.
Cost includes special roped-off seating, beverage service – beer, wine, soda and water, special visits from performers, a dedicated server to clear your table, and lots of shade!
VIP Hospitality Tickets will be for sale on the day of the event.
Tent opens at 10 a.m.
Food service is from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Tent closes at 4 p.m.
Please note:
No pets are allowed. Ramp pavement is EXTREMELY HOT and may exceed 125 degrees. The tarmac will burn paws and skin.
Remember to ride a bike, carpool, or take TART to the show! A free bike valet and free charging station for e-bikes will be available courtesy of Truckee Trails Foundation.
Please bring your own water bottle. Water stations will be available.
Once in the Air Show & Family Festival, there will be some fees (i.e. military aircraft rides, face painting, food, VIP Hospitality Tent entry. )
Family-friendly festivities include a designated Family Festival on the green with live music, stilt walkers, arts and crafts, puppet shows, and much more!
And, on Sunday, June 23, children ages 8 – 17 can fly for free by one of numerous pilot volunteers with the EAA Local Chapter 1073 Young Eagles program.
Broken Arrow Skyrace
Friday – Sunday, June 21 – 23, 2024 | Palisades Tahoe | REGISTER HERE
About:
We are excited to announce the addition of a new 18k race at the 2024 Broken Arrow Skyrace, powered by Salomon!
On Friday, June 21, 2024 (at 12 p.m.), runners will have the opportunity to experience a brand new challenge at the Broken Arrow Skyrace on some of Palisades Tahoe’s most iconic high alpine trails!
Please note:
On Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 10 am PST, invites will be sent to ALL runners (regardless of distance) who are currently on our 2024 waitlists.
As there are only 400 spots available for the 18k, we will first send invites to those highest on each waitlist and then spread them out to those at the end of the list over several days.
You will have 48 hours to redeem your invite before it is void.
If you accept the 18k invite, you are NOT removed from any other waitlist.
If you are sent an 18k invitation, you can accept or decline it, but if you do accept, your credit card will be charged at that time.
Once all currently waitlisted runners have been invited and allowed 48 hours to redeem their invitation—and if there are still spots available—we will open the 18k to the general public (Monday, April 29th, at 10 a.m. PST).
Tahoe City Swim
Saturday June 29, 2024 | Commons Beach | REGISTER HERE
About:
Lake Tahoe is one of the world’s most famous sporting playgrounds. The region has an almost endless variety of spectacular mountain biking trails, adventurous hikes and, of course, waterborne activities on the “Big Blue” – Lake Tahoe – one of the largest, deepest and purest alpine lakes on earth. The Tahoe City Swim is staged in historic Tahoe City and features the beautiful, clear and clean water of Lake Tahoe and. There is a 1/2 mile, 1.2 mile, and 2.4 mile course set up just off of Commons Beach where spectators can see the action first hand.
The Tahoe Off-road Triathlon takes place this same weekend at Commons Beach. Click here or on the logo for more information.
| Tahoe City Swim | By 12/31 | By 6/28 | Onsite if Available |
| 1/2 mile | $50 | $55 | $70 |
| 1/2 mile youth/senior | $45 | $50 | $65 |
| 1.2 mile | $65 | $70 | $80 |
| 1.2 mile youth/senior | $60 | $65 | $75 |
| 2.4 mile | $75 | $80 | $90 |
| 2.4 mile youth/senior | $70 | $75 | $85 |
Processing fees not included. Senior is 65+ | Youth is 18 and under.
Included with registration:
Swim Cap
T-shirt
Recovery Food
BBQ
Age Group and Overall Awards
Finishing Medal
Advance Live Support onsite
| Date & Time | Function | Location |
| Friday June 28th | ||
| 5:00-7:00 PM | Athlete check-in and registration if not sold out | Commons Beach |
| Saturday June 29th | ||
| 7:30-8:15 AM | Athlete check-in and registration if not sold out | Commons Beach |
| 8:30 AM | Race Talk/Briefing | Commons Beach |
| 9:00 AM | Start of first event | Commons Beach |
| 9:10 AM | First finishers | Commons Beach |
| 11:00 AM | Awards | Commons Beach |
Western States Endurance Run
Saturday – Sunday, June 29 – 30, 2024 | Palisades Tahoe |
About:
The Western States ® 100-Mile Endurance Run is the world’s oldest 100 mile trail race. The Run starts in Olympic Valley, California, near the site of the 1960 Winter Olympics, and ends 100.2 miles later in Auburn, California. In the decades since its inception in 1974, Western States has come to represent one of the ultimate endurance tests in the world.
Traversing the traditional lands of the Nisenan, Washoe, and other neighboring Indigenous Peoples, the Western States Trail climbs more than 18,000 feet and descends nearly 23,000 feet before runners reach the finish at Placer High School in Auburn. In the miles between Olympic Valley and Auburn, runners experience the majestic high country of Emigrant Pass and the Granite Chief Wilderness, the crucible of the canyons of the California gold country, a memorable crossing of the ice cold waters of the Middle Fork of the American River, and finally the historic reddish brown trails that led many travelers, including gold prospectors, to Auburn.
For five decades, Western States has been home to some of the sport’s most stirring and legendary competitions. With more than 1,500 dedicated volunteers helping to create a once-in-a-lifetime experience, the Run has stirred the spirit of runners from all walks of life, from all over the globe.
Offering the sport’s oldest and most prized possession – a sub-24-hour silver belt buckle and a sub-30-hour bronze belt buckle – Western States remains one of the undisputed crown jewels of human endurance.
Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival
Friday, June 28 – Thursday, Aug 25, 2024 | Sand Harbor | PURCHASE TICKETS
About:
Enjoy extraordinary entertainment in an exceptional setting!
Imagine your toes in the sand, a fantastic bottle of wine nearby, a gourmet meal in hand and first-class entertainment before you… all while basking in a perfect Lake Tahoe sunset with your friends and family. You’re not dreaming, you’re experiencing the enchantment of Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival at Sand Harbor at Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park
Shakespeare’s Uproarious Battle of the Sexes.
A Musical Celebration of the Country Legend.
Enjoy a fantastic series of live entertainment events.
Enjoy a free interactive and family friendly one-hour performance adaptation of a Shakespeare play.
Truckee Tahoe Gravel
Thursday – Sunday, June 29, 2024 | Soaring Way, Truckee, CA
About:
Your mixed-terrain mountain adventure begins here.
Truckee Gravel features three different route distances from 30 to over 100 miles in length. Starting in the beautiful, outdoor oriented community of Truckee, California, our race sprawls northward into Tahoe National Forest.
We expose competitors to long, relatively well-maintained gravel and dirt roads with some pavement interspersed and even a smattering of single track at the end. This year the long course has been greatly extended and brings you all the way to the tiny town of Sierraville after reaching the summit of Yuba Pass.
Schedule
Some details and times are subject to change. Check back here and your email for official updates.
| Date | Time | Event |
| Thursday, June 29 | TBA | TBA |
| Friday, June 30 | 10:00am | Morning group ride |
| 2:00pm – 5:00pm | Packet pickup at Riverview Sports Park | |
| Saturday, July 1 | 6:30 am | Packet pickup at Riverview Sports Park |
| 8:00 am | Race start! | |
| 4:00 pm | Awards Ceremony | |
| 6:00 pm | Festival ends | |
| Sunday, July 2 | 10:00am | Morning group ride |
Events in July 2024
First Street Yoga
Every Wednesday July 3rd – August 28th, 2024 | 5pm – 6pm | First Street Yoga – Palisades Tahoe
About:
Breathe and stretch with us this summer during our free outdoor yoga series! Every Wednesday night from July 3rd to August 28th we will offer free yoga classes in The Village at Palisades Tahoe, outside next to the Palisades Yoga Studio. The complimentary classes kick off at 5pm and are taught by a different (amazing) local teacher each week. New to yoga? All levels are welcome, but please bring your own yoga mat.
Please note:
Event is free
No registration is required this year, first-come-first-serve
Please bring your own yoga mat
Truckee 4th of July Parade
Thursday, July 4, 2024 | 10:00am | Donner Pass Rd from near Truckee High School to Historic Downtown | REGISTER HERE
About:
Truckee Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that plans are underway for the Annual Truckee 4th of July Parade.
This year’s theme is Throwback Thursday!
Now that Spring is here, the Chamber is looking for businesses, clubs, associations, nonprofits, and individuals to make this the best parade yet. Get your group together and create a float that embodies what “Throwback Thursday means to you.
Truckee’s July 4th parade begins at 10:00 a.m. at the west end of Donner Pass Road at Truckee High School and progresses 1-1/2 miles down the road into historic downtown Truckee. Spectators can expect a display of creativity and community spirit as the parade features a colorful array of floats, lively performances, and artistic expressions that reflect the unique character of Truckee.
Pre-parade festivities:
Start with the Annual 4th of July Pancake Breakfast put on by the Truckee Fire Protection District at Station 92 (11473 Donner Pass Road) from 7:00-10:00 a.m. The hearty breakfast of hot pancakes right off the griddle with butter and maple syrup is free, with donations appreciated – they go to Truckee Fire’s scholarship and other community programs.
Firecracker Mile Fun Run:
After your pancakes, you can get in some cardio by participating in the Firecracker Mile Fun Run, an Auburn Ski Club Training Center fundraiser. This one-mile “gravity-fed” fun event is for all ages and abilities. The race starts at 9:45 a.m., just before the parade, at US Bank on Donner Pass Road and finishes downtown in front of the judges’ stage. All are welcome to run, jog, or take a quick or casual walk to the finish line. Participants are encouraged to wear festive attire and be ready to be cheered on by the crowds.
Community Connections VIP:
Last year we rolled out new special perks with Community Connections VIP seating at the Annual 4th of July Parade hosted by the Truckee Chamber, and we’re bringing it back! Starting at 9:00 a.m., you’ll have access to comfortable seating directly in front of the train station next to the judge’s stage. And we’ve got you covered with free coffee and tasty treats to keep you fueled up, and a shade tent. From this prime spot, you’ll get the best view of the parade, allowing you to experience all the excitement up close and personal. The cost is $20 per person. Don’t miss out on this awesome opportunity—there are only 20 seats available. Visit Truckee.com for more details.
Volunteering:
New this year, the Truckee Chamber is asking for volunteers to help at the Truckee 4th of July Parade. If you are interested in volunteering, please reach out to Jessica Penman, president & CEO of the Truckee Chamber, at jessica@truckee.com.
Parade Participation:
We are looking for businesses, clubs, associations, nonprofits and individuals to make this the best parade yet. Get your group together and create a float that embodies the spirit of 4th of July. Head to bigblueadventurellc.enmotive.com/events/register/2024-truckee-july-4th-parade for the parade entry application.
Trophies (and bragging rights) will be given for Best of Show, and a winner in each of our five classifications: Commercial (representing a business), Youth Group (18-years-old and younger), Classic Auto, Open (your group doesn’t fit into any other category), and NonProfit.
Truckee BrewFest
Saturday, Jul 13, 2024 | 1:00pm – 3:30pm | Truckee River Regional Park | PURCHASE TICKETS
About:
The Truckee Optimist Club is inviting you to our 16th Annual Truckee Brewfest featuring award-winning craft breweries and homebrews, live music, and festival food. This year you will have the opportunity to vote for People’s Choice awards for your favorite craft brew and your favorite homebrew in each of three categories: Malty, Hoppy, and Other. Come prepared to have a great time as the breweries and homebrewers pull out their favorite flavors and persuasive personalities to earn your vote. Voting will be from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm with winners announced at 4:00 pm.
Early Bird Pricing Available Now!
Save $10 off the door price now through May 31st.
All attendees must be 21+. Please attend responsibly. Non-drinkers and designated drivers may buy a $10 ticket to enjoy the music, food, and silent auction.
Please consider carbon-friendly forms of transportation such as walking or riding your bicycle (as long as you can do so safely and responsibly).
Tahoe Trail 100 MTB
July 20, 2024 | Northstar California | REGISTER HERE
Straddling the borders of Nevada and California, the Sierra Nevada is a mountain biker’s dream. The Life Time Tahoe Trail 100 offers athletes a 2-loop, 50 kilometer course filled with beautiful views of Lake Tahoe. Rocky summits and breathtaking pine forests are found in every direction from the host location of Northstar California.
Barracuda Championship
Thursday – Sunday, July 18-21, 2024 | Old Greenwood Golf Course, 13051 Fairway Dr, Truckee, CA | PURCHASE TICKETS
About:
Experience the excitement of the region’s only PGA TOUR event at Tahoe Mountain Club’s Old Greenwood in Truckee, California, on July 18–21. Be there to catch all the action and witness the rise of a new champion.
Go green and ride your bike to the Barracuda Championship! Bike along our marked route through downtown Truckee and forest areas to a special entrance behind tee 12. Spectators traveling from outside of Truckee can park at General Parking for free. Group rides are optional but encouraged.
The Barracuda Championship is the ultimate group event. Take advantage of our ticket packages and save. Your group will enjoy access to the shared hospitality suite, a catered-style lunch, snacks, beer, wine and cocktails.
The Barracuda Championship is proud to honor our heroes. Join us at our Heroes Hangout—an exclusive viewing area on the 9th Green. All military members and first responders are invited to enjoy complimentary food, soft drinks and water while watching all the action of our 25th celebration tournament. Click the button below and select the complimentary ticket for the day of your choice. Show your valid military, veteran or first responder ID at both admissions and the venue for free entry.
Tickets:
Tickets for the 2024 Barracuda Championship are on sale now.
Military and First Responder Tickets: free
Children under 15 with a ticketed adult: free (courtesy of SFI Health)
General Admission tickets start at: $35
Bushwood Spirits Chalet on 18 Green tickets start at: $225-$275
Renegades of the Barracuda start at: $1250
Honorary Observers start att $2,000
The Bushwood Spirits Chalet
The Bushwood Spirits Chalet on 18 Green offer even greater views from the 18th hole location at Tahoe Mountain Club’s Old Greenwood. A single-day ticket includes one day of general admission with access to the shared hospitality suite, a catered-style lunch, snacks, beer, wine and cocktails.
Bushwood Spirits Chalet on 18 Green tickets include:
$10 off your Barracuda Championship Ticket
Bike Valet Onsite
One free beer courtesy of 5050 Brewing Co.
And more!
Honorary Observers
Want to be right in the action? Honorary Observers get the incredible opportunity to walk inside the ropes with the PGA TOUR players. Witness the excitement of the tournament like never before with this exclusive access ticket.
The Renegades
The Renegades are Northern Nevada’s finest group of community leaders, business professionals and tournament ambassadors – all showing their support for the area’s only tier-1 professional sporting event. This elite group not only champions this PGA TOUR event, but also receives exclusive access to several amenities throughout the year.
10th Annual Lake Tahoe Dance Festival
Tuesday – Friday, July 23rd – 26th, 2024 | Tahoe City | PURCHASE TICKETS
About:
Featuring incredible dancers from all across the US, this four day festival in Tahoe City is a must for visitors to the area!
Our story:
“The festival was started by longtime friends Christin Hanna and Constantine Baecher in 2013 to present the finest professional dance and dance instruction in North Lake Tahoe.
As we enter our second decade, we continue to commission new works and present rarely-seen classics alongside fan favorites danced by the highest caliber artists.”
Schedule:
| Date | Event | Location |
| July 23rd | Opening night gala | Tahoe City |
| July 24th | Community night | Tahoe City |
| July 25th | Community night | Kings Beach |
| July 26th | Closing night benefit | Incline Village |
Performers:
Trails & Vistas Art Hikes
Saturday – Sunday, July 27th – 28th, 2024 | Royal Gorge Ski Resort | PURCHASE TICKETS
About:
Every year, Trails & Vistas features artists, performers, musicians from the Lake Tahoe Basin to the East Coast.
To learn more about upcoming artists, sign up for the newsletter!
Donner Lake Triathlon
Saturday & Sunday, July 27th & 28th, 2024 | Donner Lake, 15888 South Shore Dr, Truckee, CA | REGISTER HERE
About:
One of the best! The Donner Lake Triathlon is a favorite California Triathlon of many triathletes. The venue, setting and course offer a truly beautiful and challenging experience. Join us this July in Truckee, California!
| Kids Triathlon | Sprint Triathlon | Olympic Triathlon | Half / 70.3 | Aquabike | Duathlon |
| Ages 4 – 12
Non-competitive Short, fun courses |
0.25 mile swim
6 mile bike 2 mile run |
0.9 mile swim
24.8 mile bike 6.67 mile run |
1.2 mile swim
56 mile bike 13.36 mile run |
Olympic
Half |
Olympic
2 mile run 24.8 mile bike 6.67 mile run |
Washoe Tribe Festival
Saturday & Sunday, July 27th & 28th, 2024 | Meeks Bay Resort, Tahoma | LEARN MORE
About:
The 32nd annual Waší∙šiw ɁitdéɁ Indigenous Culture and Arts Festival hosted by the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California is happening in July 2024!
There are arts and crafts, cultural activities, raffle prizes, food vendors and more!
August 2024
Truckee Half Marathon & 5K
Saturday, August 3, 2024 | Downtown Truckee
About:
Eighth Annual! Course options include the Truckee Half Marathon and Truckee 5K. All distances start and finish in Historic Downtown Truckee. This Truckee Running event showcases the diverse beauty of sierra landscapes and gives runners a taste of our wonderful mountain town.
Schedule:
| Date | Time | Function | Location |
| Friday, August 2 | 5:00PM-7:00PM | Packet Pickup and registration if not sold out
Welcoming Festivities |
Alibi Ale Truckee |
| Saturday, August 3 | 6:30 AM | Volunteer Check In Open | Alibi Ale Truckee |
| 6:00AM-7:00AM | Packet Pickup and registration if not sold out | Alibi Ale Truckee | |
| 6:00AM-7:00AM | Vendor Check-in | Alibi Ale Truckee | |
| 7:00AM | Start Area Open | Alibi Ale Truckee | |
| 7:30AM | Half Marathon Start | Alibi Ale Truckee | |
| 7:35AM | Truckee 5K Start | Alibi Ale Truckee | |
| 8:50 AM | First Half Finisher Expected | Alibi Ale Truckee | |
| ASAP | Awards | Alibi Ale Truckee |
Registration & cost:
| Race | By 6/30 | By 8/2 | Onsite if not sold out |
| Half Marathon | $95.00 | $100.00 | $110.00 |
| Half Marathon Youth/Senior | $85.00 | $90.00 | $100.00 |
| 5K | $60.00 | $65.00 | $70.00 |
| 5K Youth/Senior | $55.00 | $60.00 | $65.00 |
What’s included:
- Event T-shirt
- Big Blue Adventure Hat
- Big Blue Adventure Buff
- Finishing Medal
- Awards
- top 3 male and female
- 5-year age categories
- Race Recovery nutrition
- Post event festivities
- Music
- Cold Beverages
- Alibi Ale
- Non-alcoholic beverages
Point Mariah Trail Marathon
Saturday, August 3, 2024 | Check-in: 7:00am | Soda Springs | REGISTER HERE
About:
Join DPMR for the third annual running of the Point Mariah Trail Marathon! With immense gratitude to the Truckee Donner Land Trust, the course will primarily run through the protected Royal Gorge land near Soda Springs, CA. Special thanks to our other land use partners at the Soda Springs Ski Resort and the U.S. Forest Service.
Point Mariah offers expansive views of the Granite Chief Wilderness, the Pacific Crest between Sugar Bowl and Olympic Valley, and the breathtaking Royal Gorge of the North Fork of the American River (one of the deepest canyons in the western US).
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, August 3, 2024
Location: Soda Spring Ski Resort
Start Time: 8:00 a.m.
Check-in: 7:00 a.m.
Bib & Info Pickup: Saturday 7:00 a.m.
Race Options: Marathon, Partner Marathon (2 people), 5-Person Team
Entry Fee:
$85 Marathon
$150 Partner Marathon team
$250 5-Person Team (prices increases June 1)
Ta-Hoe Nalu Paddle Festival
TBD | Kings Beach | REGISTER HERE
About:
17 Years of Fun
Family
Friends
Guided Paddle Tours
Live Music
Local Vendors
Truckee Pro Rodeo
Friday & Saturday, August 16th & 17th , 2024 | open at 4:30pm & 2:30pm | McIver Arena, 10695 Brockway Road Truckee, CA | PURCHASE TICKETS
About:
Celebrating 50 years of rodeo!
Tickets:
General Admission- Online and At the Gate (grandstands and grass seating)
Adult (ages 13-64): $20.00 online | $25.00 at the gate
Military: $15.00 online | $20.00 at the gate
Seniors(ages 65+): $15.00 online | $20.00 at the gate
Child (ages 6-12): $12.00 online | $15.00 at the gate
Children ages five and under: free
Please note:
Friday, August 16th gates open at @4:30 p.m. Saturday, August 17th, Gates open at 2:30 p.m.
Truckee Rodeo has fantastic food and vendor options. Plus, multiple bars run by the Truckee Donner Horseman Crew. Seating, drinks, shopping, and food will be available when the gates open. Please leave food and drinks up to our vendors. Outside water allowed.
Two places to sit, grandstands or grass. Bring a blanket or chairs and enjoy sitting in the trees.
No outside animals or weapons are allowed. To ensure the safety of our guests and rodeo contestants, we will kindly ask that all outside animals be promptly relocated. Thank you for your cooperation!
