There’s a saying—that Lake Tahoe has two seasons; winter and July. So when August winds down, your brain might try to flip the switch. Tell it no! There’s still plenty of life left in those warm, not-winter days and this list of upcoming Lake Tahoe events is here to prove it.
The live music, beer drinking, lederhosen-wearing, all-day dancing, local eats tasting & wine sipping festivals & events in South Lake Tahoe and beyond are made even better in late August, September, and October because it’s not peak tourism season.
Less people, more vibes, and still plenty of sunshine? You’re gonna want to clear your calendar.
Brews, Jazz & Funk – August 16th
- August 16th, 2025
- The Village at Palisades Tahoe
- Pets & kids welcome
- Ticket includes entry for live music only. Beer tickets sold on-site.
Head to The Village at Palisades Tahoe for live music and tons of local breweries at Brews, Jazz & Funk. A Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe event, all proceeds benefit the pets—which makes an already great event even better. Pets are welcome, kids are welcome, and beer and alcohol tickets are sold on-site. There will be live music from the event start at 1pm until 8pm, with The Floozies shutting it down on the main stage.
Tahoe Brewfest – August 23rd
- August 23rd, 2025
- Ski Run Blvd., South Lake Tahoe
- Kids welcome (Exception: 21+ only in VIP)
- Ticket includes unlimited beer sampling.
Before the summer officially ends, celebrate with beer, beer and more beer at the 8th annual Tahoe Brewfest in South Lake Tahoe. With over 40 breweries attending this year, there will be a lot of tasty beer to sample, and four glorious hours to do it. Local food vendors will be selling everything from tacos to pizza, popsicles and ice cream, plus there will be DJ’s throughout to keep the vibes high. When the party is done, head to the after party at South Lake Brewing Company for—you guessed it—more beer!
Alpen Wine Fest – August 31st
- August 31st
- The Village at Palisades Tahoe
- Pets & kids welcome
- Ticket includes commemorative glass, wine tasting & live music.
Wine lovers, don’t worry—this well-loved Palisades Tahoe event has you covered with unlimited wine tasting, live music, a silent auction, a good cause and of course, the stunning backdrop of Palisades’ mountain peaks. The Alpen Wine Fest is back for its 36th annual event in support of the non-profit Can Do MS with 3 hours of open tasting from 40 fantastic, local wineries.
Bluesdays – Until September 2nd
- Every Tuesday until September 2nd (August 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th & September 2nd)
- The Village at Palisades Tahoe
- Pets & kids welcome
- Free live music event
If you’re in North Lake Tahoe this summer, you really can’t miss the incredible Bluesdays series at The Village at Palisades Tahoe. A completely free live music event, you get some of the best blues musicians rolling through each week in an idyllic setting. Enjoy live music with the whole family, then cruise around to shop, pop in at the Village restaurants for happy hour, or even grab a lodging special and turn it into a mid-week stay. This event is always popular, always fun and the best part of course, is that it’s totally free.
Incline Wine + Food – September 5th & 6th
- September 5th & 6th
- 1047 Lakeshore Blvd, Incline Village
- 21+ event
- General admission ticket includes access to the Grand Tasting event
For wine connoisseurs, the peak of luxury is here, at Incline Food + Wine. Hosted at a stunning, lakefront estate, this upscale event features only the finest of Napa Valley and local wineries, plus champagne and culinary food stations. Opt for a general admission ticket, or elevate the experience with VIP access—you’ll receive early access, reserve tastings and more. A silent auction and raffle to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of North Lake Tahoe tops off the perfect afternoon.
Sample the Sierra – September 6th
- September 6th
- Bijou Park, South Lake Tahoe
- Kids welcome
- Ticket includes samples from all participating restaurant, brewery, winery & distillery vendors.
There’s a lot to love about this farm-to-fork South Lake Tahoe event. With dozens of Sierra Nevada-based restaurant, brewery, winery and distillery vendors, plus an artisan fair with locally made goods, Sample the Sierra is a foodie must-do. Tickets get you access to the curated pairings offered by each vendor. From tasty bites to wine, beer and spirits, you’re all but guaranteed an unforgettable time. Hosted in Bijou Community Park, there will be live music, plenty of outdoor space and a vibrant community feel.
Tahoe Yoga Festival – September 13th & 14th
- September 13th & 14th
- Top of the gondola at Heavenly Mountain Resort, South Lake Tahoe
- Kids welcome
- Ticket includes gondola ride entry and exit, access to classes, talks & workshops at the event.
Thought the top of Heavenly Mountain was just for skiing? Think again! The Tahoe Yoga Festival, hosted by OMNI Tahoe, brings a soulful experience featuring yoga classes, live music, immersive workshops and wellness talks, to the top of the Heavenly Mountain gondola. This two-day event features dozens of masterful courses that’ll leave you feeling strong and connected to your mountain community. A market of local, artisan vendors is available to browse between workshops and Heavenly’s summer activities will be open alongside the event for younger attendees to enjoy.
Tahoe Wine & Feast – September 20th & 21st
- September 20th & 21st
- Tahoe Blue Event Center, South Lake Tahoe
- 21+ event
- General admission ticket includes wine tasting & small bites
An elevated epicurean event, hosted at the Tahoe Blue Event Center, Tahoe Wine + Feast is bringing the West Coast’s best wineries to South Lake Tahoe. Wineries from Napa Valley and beyond will fill the event center for the two-day grand tasting event, offering over 300 wines to sample, and light bites from renowned local chefs. New to the Lake Tahoe event schedule, this is not to be missed for foodies and oenophiles alike.
Tahoe City Oktoberfest – September 20th
- September 20th
- William B. Layton State Park, Tahoe City
- Kids welcome
- Ticket includes entry, a commemorative glass and two beer coins
It might not be Bavaria, but between the bratwursts, the craft beers, the yodel contest and the traditional music, you wouldn’t know it. Always loved, the all-ages Tahoe City Oktoberfest is back again this year to kick off the season with plenty of fun and festivities. If you can dream it, it’s happening at this loved Lake Tahoe event. German beer, delicious food, festive games and music, artisan makers, a costume contest and dozens of creative kids activities are guaranteed to keep the whole family happy.
Palisades Oktoberfest – September 27th
- September 27th
- The Village at Palisades Tahoe
- Kids welcome
- Ticket includes entry donation and commemorative stein. Beer tickets purchased on-site.
In our opinion, the more Oktoberfests the better. And you north Lake Tahoe’ers have another chance at an epic, festive Bavarian celebration with Palisades Tahoe’s Oktoberfest. No detail is spared with this one, from German food and beer to regional bands playing authentic Bavarian Music. An entire line up of OktoberGames, plus live music and entertainment from performers with names you can’t pronounce, so you know they’re good. (Almenrausch Schuhplattler Dance Troop, we’re looking at you.) This is a good one.
The Tahoe Games Mountain Sports Festival – September 27th & 28th
- September 27th & 28th
- Lake Tahoe Amphitheater, South Lake Tahoe
- Kids welcome
- Free event
We’re a little more than excited for the debut of The Tahoe Games Mountain Sports Festival in South Lake Tahoe. Taking over the Lake Tahoe amphitheater with the ultimate ode to all the outdoor sports and mountain activities that make our little world go round, this is going to be a real Tahoe weekend. Food trucks, beer gardens, big air biking, yoga sessions, snowboard rail jams, live art and beyond, all for the entry cost of $0.00. Wild, right? Music headliners include The Expendables and Jakob’s Castle, and all-ages entertainment will be nonstop throughout the event.
Camp Richardson Oktoberfest – October 4th & October 5th
- October 4th
- Camp Richardson, South Lake Tahoe
- Kids and pets welcome
- Free event
Don’t forget to add this iconic South Lake Tahoe event to your calendar! Oktoberfest at Camp Richardson brings two full days of all the things we love most about an Oktoberfest—a beer garden, steins, a menu full of Bavarian specialities, plus authentic German music, games, contests and an artisan market. It’s an all-ages, family-friendly, pet-friendly event (dog costumes encouraged!) at a specious outdoor venue. Just steps from the Pope-Baldwin bike path, it’s an easy ride into town or to the lake after the bier has been drunk and the bratwursts have been eaten.
Summer might be coming to an end, but there’s still plenty of action around the lake. Let us know what Lake Tahoe events you make it to this fall.
