Family events in South Lake Tahoe, CA

Young players develop core skills in these youth pickleball clinics that teach technique, rules, and gameplay through targeted activities and drills, all with an emphasis on fun. They are a convenient add-on to the USTA Quick Start Tennis Camp or any other Monday through Thursday camps for those looking to round out the week. Designed for ages 6 to 12, sessions take place at the Incline Village Tennis & Pickleball Center. The fee is $74 per day, or $59 with an IVGID Picture Pass. Pre-registration is required and can be completed online, by calling 775-832-1235, or by visiting the Pro Shop at the Tennis & Pickleball Center.

The Ski Run Farmers’ Market gathers local farms, food artisans, and makers for a seasonal open air marketplace filled with fresh produce, hot bites, and live music. Visitors can discover handmade crafts, jewelry, ceramics, woodwork, and local art, and kids can enjoy face painting and other family friendly activities. Admission is free. As a certified farmers market hosted by SunSnow Event Company, recipient of the Blue Ribbon Award for Sustainable Tourism, it supports small businesses and regional agriculture while fostering community connections during Tahoe’s summer evenings.

Music at Ski Beach presents AMA 5 with a high-energy set of danceable pop and rock favorites spanning four decades, featuring plenty of singalong moments. The concert series, traditionally known as Music on the Beach, is temporarily taking place next door at Ski Beach and continues to deliver the easygoing vibe and great tunes enjoyed in previous years. Food and beverages are available for purchase at the Incline Surf Shack, and payment is cashless only. Please note that Ski Beach is a restricted-access Incline Village beach for IVGID Recreation Pass and Recreation Punch Card holders with beach access, and their guests.

This forest camp focuses on hands-on exploration and time in nature. Participants should bring a packed lunch, and personal screens are set aside so the attention stays on the outdoors and the activities.

Session 9 of this youth tennis camp is designed for ages 6 to 12 and focuses on building strokes, refining technique, learning the rules, and practicing match play through targeted drills and activities. Certified USPTA instructors lead sessions that highlight teamwork, sportsmanship, and a strong emphasis on fun. The program may also include games and water activities. It takes place at the Incline Village Tennis & Pickleball Center. Fees are $349 per session, or $279 with an IVGID Recreation Pass. Multiple sessions are encouraged.

Session 4 of the Junior Get Golf Ready clinics offers a welcoming setting for youth golfers to build core skills at Incline Village Golf Courses. Instruction includes putting, chipping, short iron shots, long irons, hybrids, fairway woods, and driving, along with etiquette and rules reinforced through drills and games suited to the age group. Open to participants ages 7 to 16.

Enjoy a light, laughter-filled summer evening as the Tahoe Improv Players take the stage at Valhalla Boathouse Theatre with a fully improvised comedy show inspired by audience ideas. Each scene is created in the moment, so a highlight could begin with a prompt from anyone in the crowd. Celebrating 33 years as the longest-running comedy show in Lake Tahoe, the troupe brings sharp wit, plenty of laughs, and family-friendly entertainment. All ages are welcome, and concessions will be available. Seating is limited at the Boathouse Theatre. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for Valhalla members, and $12 for children 12 and under.

Now in its sixth season at Tahoe Paradise Park, this weekly community market highlights local farms, artisans offering handcrafted items, ready-to-eat food, live music, activities for kids, and participation from community organizations, along with beer and wine. Set in a scenic park in Meyers, it has grown into a favorite South Shore gathering for residents and visitors alike. Admission is free and the atmosphere is friendly for all ages.

Music at Ski Beach brings a community favorite summer series to the shoreline every Wednesday and Friday, offering the same easygoing atmosphere and great tunes longtime fans expect in a temporary new home for 2026. This installment features Tahoe favorite Jeff Jones, showcasing soulful blues and slide guitar with a sound all his own around the lake. Food and beverages are available for purchase from the Incline Surf Shack, and transactions are cashless. Please note that Ski Beach is a restricted access beach within Incline Village, limited to IVGID Recreation Pass, also called Picture Pass, and Recreation Punch Card holders with beach access, and their guests.