Happy weekend, South Lake Tahoe! In today’s happening-today edition: Park upgrades and new trails, a mountain bike festival, and a new lounge debut + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
New lounge, summer nightlife: Tessie’s Cocktails & Chords will debut in Lake Tahoe on July 3 with three nights of live music for July 4 weekend, featuring Ben Carey, plus cocktails and soccer screenings -- catch the lounge debut.
Funding for local nonprofits: South Lake Tahoe City Council approved continuing $419,000 in cannabis tax grants to nonprofits for another year and asked staff to find sustainable funding as federal dollars dry up -- read how council plans ahead.
Park and creek improvements: California Tahoe Conservancy Board approved trails and upgrades at Van Sickle Bi-State Park in South Lake Tahoe to improve safety and connections, plus up to $500,000 for Ward Creek restoration -- see the park upgrades.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Backyard camping, upgraded: Fallen Leaf Campground tucks 200+ shady sites and six yurts among the pines, with token-operated showers that feel bougie after a dusty bike lap. Quiet, close, and right by Taylor Creek, it’s the easy reset when you want nature without a full-on expedition.
Runway views, indoor birdies: When you want a legit burger and a little friendly flex on the indoor golf simulators, Flight Deck Grill & Golf Club hits the sweet spot with American grill comfort, craft cocktails, and unbeatable plane-spotting vibes at the airport... a low-key win this week.
Sushi night, sorted: When you want a weeknight that tastes like you're winning at adulting, The Naked Fish has the roll lineup and cozy lounge vibes to make it happen. Grab a seat at the bar, chase a couple chef specials, and let the sake sort out the rest.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🚵 Tahoe Mountain Bike Festival @ Tahoe Paradise Park | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Tahoe Mountain Bike Festival is rolling in with two days of pedaling and community vibes. Hosted by TAMBA, the crew who keep trails dialed, expect mellow miles or spicy climbs, post-ride hangouts, and the kind of parking-lot storytelling that gets taller with each lap.
🎶 Live Music @ Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe | Saturday (6/20) at 2:00 PM – Summer at Margaritaville is serving live tunes on the LandShark patio by day and in the Lobby Lounge by night, with Tahoe breezes and zero yardwork. Grab a cold one, claim a chair, and let your inner Parrothead hum without the tourist chaos.
☀ TYF Summer Solstice Community Event @ Black Bear Lodge | Saturday (6/20) at 4:00 PM – Solstice under the pines at Black Bear Lodge, with a walking sound garden and labyrinth, DJ-backed flow, a restorative sound bath, and mingling over wine, charcuterie, and actual conversation you can hear. A mellow preview of OMNI Tahoe, no hustle, just longest-day energy done right.
🕺 Saturday Night Alive @ Presbyterian Church | Saturday (6/20) at 6:00 PM – Saturday night at the Presbyterian Church means one thing, Saturday Night Alive upstairs. Slip in the left side entrance, grab a chair, and catch a rotating lineup of guest speakers. It is community, perspective, and the kind of conversation that beats doomscrolling.
🎸 Lindsay & the Cheeks on the Lawn @ Valhalla Tahoe | Sunday (6/21) at 4:30 PM – Bring a lawn chair and Dad to Valhalla Tahoe for Lindsay & the Cheeks, kicking off the free lawn concert series with big harmonies, shade trees, and Tahoe breezes. It’s Father’s Day, so call it bonding, pretend it’s a gift, and enjoy the easy groove.
🎶 Live Music @ South of North Brewing Co. | Sunday (6/21) at 6:30 PM – Nothing beats live tunes with a boat drink and zero chores. Margaritaville hosts musicians daily, locals and travelers alike, with set times that shift like the wind because Tahoe, but the vibe stays easy, the margaritas cold, and the crowd delightfully unhurried.
🍺 Father’s Day Brisket & Beer @ Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe | Sunday (6/21) – Skip the backyard heroics and let Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe handle your Father’s Day brisket and beer fix. Think slow-smoked, flavor-packed slices, an ice-cold brew, and zero lawn chores. Bring your best dad jokes, leave the tongs at home, and enjoy actual conversation. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — The South Lake Tahoe report Weather forecastToday — High: 70°F — Low: 47°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 70. West wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 47. Northwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 75°F — Low: 51°F — Precip: 0%
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