Summer is in full swing and season favorites are back in the Tahoe/Truckee/Reno region this month. From 4th of July celebrations to a beloved, beachy Shakespeare theater festival with world-class views to live music outdoors at a South Lake casino to a month-long arts celebration to a larger-than-life lantern festival, there’s no shortage of exciting and diverse things to do in July.
We’ve done the deep research for you on the best things to do in Tahoe including museums, cultural events, food tours, athletic events, hikes and more. Speaking of food, we also have an extensive list of our best restaurants in Tahoe, and if you’re planning a weekend, the the best places to stay.
July in Tahoe is full-on summer, and full-on popular. Think sun, temperatures in the 80s, the warmest water the lakes will ever have, and busy beaches and trails.
Featured photo: Artown Reno
North Lake Tahoe
Freedom Fest
Dates TBD
For the first time on more than a decade, you can ski into summer at Palisades Tahoe. Celebrate the 4th of July with skiing, riding, live music and more. Get your groove on with an exciting line-up music artists like Surf Mesa, Forester, Wild Child and more.
More info: palisadestahoe.com
Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival
Dates TBD
More info: laketahoeshakespeare.com
Classical Tahoe
Dates TBD
More info: classicaltahoe.org
South Lake Tahoe
Summer Concert Series
Dates TBD
More info: caesars.com
American Century Championship
Dates TBD
Touted as the biggest party in golf, the American Century Championship brings sports and entertainment stars to Edgewood Tahoe every July. With luminaries like Stephen Curry, Charles Barkley, Travis Kelce, and more it’s the place to be in July. More info: americancenturychampionship.com
Star Spangled Celebration: Lights on the Lake
July 4
Touted by the Today Show as one of the best firework displays in the country, South Lake Tahoe’s Lights on the Lake is a spectacle not to be missed. The best viewing spots can be found at a plethora of South Shore beaches. The display is set to music, tune into local radio station KRLT for the full effect.
More info: VisitLakeTahoe
Truckee
The Great Truckee Artisan Fair
Date TBD
More info: greatamericancraftfairs.com
Fourth of July Parade
July 4
This community favorite event marches through historic downtown in a festive celebration that brings locals and visitors together for a family friendly good time. A Truckee tradition, the parade starts at 10 am at the west end of town and progresses 1 1/2 miles down Donner Pass Road into historic Truckee, ending at noon.
More info: business.truckee.com/events
Reno
Artown
Dates TBD
This vibrant and diverse multidisciplinary arts festival features over 500 events and activities, including music, dance, theater, visual arts, workshops, art walks and more, combining world-renowned artists with homegrown Reno talent. This month, don’t miss a chalk art and music festival, a garlic festival, a gospel fest, Reno Taiko performances, fashion, comedy, music, dance and drag shows, mural tours and so much more. Most events are free to the public.
More info: artown.org
Dragon Lights
Dates TBD
More info: dragonlightsreno.org
Event Venues
Looking to see what’s happening right now in Tahoe? Our comprehensive list of venues across the city below will help you find what you need to know what’s going on.
Music Venues
Theaters
Museums
Multi Use
The Chateau at Incline Village
Comedy
Movie Theaters
Looking for more things to do in the area?
Visit our What to Do in Northern California page!
Summer Concert Series
Dates TBD
More info: caesars.com
