Month: April 2026

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IVCBA 1st Quarter 2026 Update

April 17, 2026 | Kristin Derrin

Q1 2026 marked a strong start to the year, with momentum across membership growth,brand visibility, and community-driven initiatives. Key efforts focused on strengthening IVCBA’s value to members through updated membership tiers, enhanced marketing and communications, and increased event engagement. At the same time, progress continued on Main Street beautification, housing initiatives, and Gateway Roundabout improvements, while strategic planning and partnerships positioned IVCBA for a highly active Q2 and summer season.

Communications & Marketing

This quarter focused on strengthening IVCBA’s visibility, brand presence, and member value through consistent communications and targeted marketing efforts. The SnapShot newsletter maintained strong performance, while new opportunities were introduced to highlight local businesses and partners. Key efforts included:

  • Weekly SnapShot newsletter with strong engagement and growing advertising value
  • Social media visibility campaign (paid and organic) to reinforce IVCBA awareness
  • Updated membership tier graphics and sponsorship materials
  • Continued promotion of events and programs across digital channels

Membership & Programs

Membership growth and engagement remained strong, supported by updated membership tiers and new opportunities for connection. Highlights include:

  • 10 new members joined | 56 memberships renewed
  • Launch of Monthly Networking Happy Hour at Glasses with 30+ attendees
  • Planning underway for “Lunch & Learn” programs in Q2
  • Membership tier updates driving increased renewals and upgrades

Community Events & Programs

Planning and updates for key programs and events continued to build momentum for the year:

  • Restaurant Week is returning in May with a new charitable component
  • Continued development of member programming and community events
  • Ongoing coordination for upcoming Q2 and summer initiatives

Content & Digital Presence

Efforts focused on improving access to information and increasing visibility for key initiatives:

Housing Initiatives

IVCBA continues to stay engaged in regional housing efforts and community education:

  • Ongoing coordination with regional partners on workforce housing solutions
  • Planning for additional Housing Speaker Series programs at UNR Lake Tahoe

Incline Village Main Street Beautification

Main Street initiatives continue to focus on enhancing the look, feel, and connectivity of the community:

  • Expansion of Inclined to Bloom program (pots and hanging baskets)
  • Exploration of placemaking elements along Tahoe Boulevard
  • Evaluation of trail connectivity and potential improvements

Gateway Roundabout Improvements

Progress continues on the Gateway Roundabout project as a key community enhancement:

  • Contract signed for construction (May–June 2026)
  • Planned improvements include safety enhancements and landscaping upgrades
  • Addition of granite boulders and repositioning of bronze animal sculptures
  • Continued fundraising through the Sierra Giving Circle

Community Events

Signature community events continue to be a focus for engagement and connection:

Looking Ahead to Q2

IVCBA will continue building momentum with a full calendar of programs and events:

  • Annual Meeting (last Tuesday)
  • Monthly Networking Happy Hours (May & June)
  • Lunch & Learn programming (TBD)
  • Incline Green Clean & Summer Kick-Off (June 13)
  • Continued preparation for Local Heroes and summer programming

IVCBA Staff
IVCBA’s core team continues to support community growth, member engagement, and strategic programs throughout Incline Village and Crystal Bay.

Kristin Derrin, Marketing & Communications Manager – Editor of SnapShot and Live.Work.Play.; leads all marketing and communications. (kristin@ivcba.org)

Michael O’Neill, Operations Manager – Oversees membership, office operations, Biz Buz mixers, member socials, and welcome bags. (mike@ivcba.org)

Julie Malkin-Manning, Events Manager (Sugarpine Events & Marketing) – Coordinates IVCBA community events. (julie@ivcba.org)

Linda Offerdahl, Executive Director – Leads organizational strategy and community partnerships. (linda@ivcba.org)

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Earth Day is a Reminder to Take Care of Tahoe

April 17, 2026 | Member Submitted

Originally published with TRPA E News, written by Julie Regan, 4/17/2026

I am always inspired by Serrell Smokey, Chairman of the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California, when he reminds us that “the health of the land is the health of the people.”

This longstanding teaching from the Waší∙šiw (Washoe People) reflects a worldview shaped along the shores of Lake Tahoe. Waší∙šiw are taught from childhood to see the land and waters as living extensions of themselves, entities deserving of respect, care, and autonomy. Chairman Smokey’s predecessor Brian Wallace brought attention to this teaching at the first Tahoe Summit back in 1997. The concept bears repeating and absorbing.

As our connection to Tahoe deepens, we feel it too. The lake and mountains here are part of us. Lake Tahoe is a place of beauty and power where the weather can be soothing or fierce, and if the views don’t take your breath away, a refreshing dip in the lake certainly will. In many ways, the feeling and sensibilities of Earth Day have become our community’s reflection of the waší∙šiw connection to Tahoe.

Lake Tahoe’s Vulnerability

As powerful as Lake Tahoe is, we’ve learned a lot over the decades about its fragility. Creation of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) by Nevada and California in 1969, just before the first celebration of Earth Day, has led to some of the most innovative approaches in the nation for protecting water quality and forest health, preventing aquatic invasive species, and managing growth in a way that benefits the environment, communities, and the economy at the same time.

Although much progress has been made, climate pressures are changing the basin. Winter storms bring more rain, hotter summer days are warming the lake’s surface, and aquatic invasive species further threaten lake clarity and ecosystem balance. Also, wildfires in and around the Lake Tahoe Region are becoming more frequent and intense, and aging infrastructure and changing transportation patterns add strain to our environment and quality of life.

These shifts threaten not only our experience today, but the legacy we leave for future generations. As we celebrate Earth Day, it’s a fitting time to renew your commitment to Tahoe and tune in to the collective work happening to protect it.

Building a Culture of Care

Individual stewardship doesn’t always require grand gestures. More often, it lives in simple, daily habits. Much like taking vitamins or brushing your teeth, caring for Tahoe is most effective when it becomes routine.

During my 30-plus years working with the Tahoe community, a repeated question persists: “I’m only one person—what can I do to help the lake?” The short answer is, quite a bit. From taking transit to becoming a Tahoe Keeper, the list is long. Tahoe Keepers commit to practicing Clean, Drain, and Dry protocols when on the water to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Substituting a walk or bike ride for a car trip adds up if a number of us do it.

For property owners, maintaining defensible space and capturing stormwater runoff with best management practices, or BMPs, can significantly reduce risk to both property and lake clarity.

And wherever you are, properly disposing of trash and pet waste helps reduce your footprint and keeps Tahoe’s natural systems intact.

Stewardship at the Regional Scale

Across the region, “Team Tahoe” organizations have pledged their commitment through the Lake Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program (EIP). Under the restoration program, Tribal, local, state, federal, nonprofit, and private sector partners collaborate on large-scale restoration projects that address Tahoe’s most pressing environmental challenges. This work must continue for us to strengthen Tahoe’s resilience to past impacts as well as challenges ahead.

Tahoe is a living force, vulnerable to our footprint and responsive to our care. Your individual actions, paired with awareness of public investments, make a tangible difference and help sustain the momentum we’ve been building together. After all, the basin’s health is our health too. Wishing you all a wondrous Earth Day. For a look at the full week of activities TRPA and our partners have planned, visit takecaretahoe.org/earthweek.

Julie Regan is Executive Director of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency.
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Incline Star FolliesTickets on Sale NOW!

April 16, 2026 | Mary Danahey

The Incline Star Follies returns May 1–2, 2026, at the Duffield Theater, and tickets are now on sale. 

Now in its 23rd year, this beloved community event features over 100 local performers—students, teachers, and residents—bringing this year’s theme, “Celebrate Dance,” to life.

More than a show, the Follies is a celebration of community and connection, with proceeds benefiting the local Incline local public schools.

Performances: at 6, 8:30 on May 1 and 2 
Get tickets at: https://www.inclinestarfollies.org/showtimes-tickets

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The Local Lens – Celebrating Community at the IVCBA Annual Meeting

April 15, 2026 | Linda Offerdahl

IVCBA shared its accomplishments and current plans at its Annual Meeting yesterday at Prim Library. The evening felt like a true celebration of the past five years, bringing together the community and building programs that support businesses and strengthen connections across Incline Village and Crystal Bay. It was a meaningful opportunity to reflect on how far we’ve come and to share the vision for what’s ahead.

A huge thank you to UNR at Lake Tahoe for hosting and providing food and refreshments, and to UNR President Brian Sandoval for his annual update and continued partnership. We’re especially grateful to have spent the evening with more than 120 members of our community, an inspiring reminder of the people and relationships that make this work so impactful.

I want to share some of our history and accomplishments. We reformed the original business association into IVCBA in 2021, with membership dues ranging from $50 to $5,000. With over 285 members coming from agencies, businesses, nonprofits, and residents, we view our mission as a mandate. We are apolitical and view our work as benefiting the entire community by bringing people together and making our community stronger.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Our strategic priorities are economic vitality, civic engagement, and revitalization through beautification. 

I hope it is obvious that what benefits our members benefits the entire community. Most communities have local governance structures to help fund the programs we run. As an unincorporated part of Washoe County, we do not have a city government. Moving forward into 2026, we are asking the community to help fund and sustain IVCBA in a variety of ways.

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Incline Village Main Street Secures Permits for Gateway Roundabout Improvements

April 15, 2026 | Linda Offerdahl

The gateway to Lake Tahoe from Reno begins at the intersection of Mt. Rose Highway and SR 28, where a traffic circle installed in 2012 directs visitors east to Incline Village and west to Crystal Bay. Washoe Tahoe is known as the “gem of Washoe County,” and the Gateway Roundabout is home to a collection of bronze animal sculptures created by renowned local artist June Brown.

Fourteen years later, enhancements are needed to improve both safety for visitors and the sculptures, as well as overall aesthetics. The Incline Village Main Street initiative is leading these improvements, with irrigation as a key component to support additional perennials and trees. Iconic granite boulders will be incorporated to reflect the natural beauty of Lake Tahoe’s east shore.

This project represents a true public-private collaboration, with strong community involvement, particularly in fundraising efforts, helping bring the vision to life.

History of the roundabout

In early 2007, the community was engaged in the Incline Visioning Process, where residents could share their ideas and plans for the future. Inspired by his cat Spumoni, resident Don Kanare envisioned a traffic circle as a means to solve the traffic problem at the intersection of Mt. Rose and Highway 28.  The idea was supported by the Infrastructure Committee, consisting of IVGID General Manager Gene Brockman and residents Bill Landry and Jim Nowlin. 

It took many years to bring the idea to fruition. After years of planning and hard work, the roundabout was constructed during the summer of 2012 as part of a major project by the Nevada Department of Transportation to improve roadways on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe. 

History of the Bronze Sculptures

“The Gateway Committee, consisting of Jim Clark, Jim Nowlin, and Don Kanare, worked with the Parasol Community Foundation to raise funds to complete the project’s public art display. Together, with the help of Incline Village residents Lee Weber Koch and Janet Pahl, the group raised $110,000. F.W. Carson Co., a family-based Incline Village business, donated all the rocks and boulders on which the bronze statues are mounted today.

The roundabout features a significant public art display of life-size bronze sculptures by world-renowned sculptor June Towill Brown, of Incline Village. Local residents donated funds for the bronzes in honor of beloved pets, such as Don Kanare’s cat Spumoni. 

The most widely recognized bronzes are the black bear, the mule deer, and the bobcat. A coyote, raccoon, stellar jay, and squirrels inhabit the circle as well.

Native perennials were planted to complement the sculptures. 

Maintenance of the roundabout was undertaken by its original founders and subsequently by various community groups, including the Good Neighbors Committee of the Incline Village Realtors and the two Rotary clubs. When it became infeasible for the original Gateway Committee to manage maintenance, IVCBA, the community and business association, was asked to take over. Incline Property Management now does the maintenance clean up every spring pro bono.  IVCBA has responsibility for the bronzes. 

Incline Village Main Street

In early 2022, IVCBA joined the national and state Main Street organization to establish the Incline Village Main Street program. Its goal is to create a stronger identity for Incline Village that instills pride in its residents in this place we call home.  Placemaking and transformative strategies, beginning with beautification, will help revitalize the commercial areas of Incline Village. 

Inclined to Bloom was its first beautification project, adding hanging baskets to shopping centers and terra cotta pots to the bus shelters. The Dancing with Daffodils campaign last fall resulted in volunteers and property managers planting  7000 daffodil bulbs in high-visibility commercial areas.

For the last three years, Incline Village Main Street has quietly worked on a larger project to improve the Gateway Roundabout. Over time, invasive plants have overrun the roundabout. Lack of irrigation prevented the flowers from fully reaching their potential for blooming. The low-mounding design of the roundabout led to cars accidentally crashing into it, making the bronze sculptures an “endangered species”. Hence, the need for improvements 14 years later.

Gateway Roundabout Improvements

Improving esthetics to reflect the natural beauty of the East Shore and safety are the goals of the planned improvements. Iconic granite boulders, fir and aspen trees, and a succession of perennials are part of the new design. Irrigation will be installed to support the new plantings. The entire traffic circle  will be mounded higher to improve visibility. The bronze animal sculptures will be repositioned on the roundabout. 

Community input was gathered through Main Street focus groups and stakeholder meetings. The Incline Village Main Street design team, led by Linda Offerdahl, Christine Karnofsky, and Steve Porten, coordinated public input for the initial sketch. Dale Smith of Smith Design Group and Larry Wodarski of IPM are also on the design team. LA Studio Landscape Architects provided the final design. 

A critical step in the project was to bring Lefrancois Engineering on board as the Project Manager. Structural and engineering plans were developed by Mike Lefrancois. He has expertly steered those plans through NDOT, Washoe County, IVGID, and TRPA to secure permits for installation this spring.  

The construction bid was awarded to FW Carson, a local building contractor with expertise working with NDOT on public property. FW Carson was involved with placing the bronzes on the roundabout in 2012. They are highly engaged in our community and have been very generous with their donations to the project, including the foregoing of their profit. 

Washoe County and other agencies have worked hard and also made in-kind donations to the project.

Irrigation has been an important but troublesome component of the improvements. By working together, Washoe County and IVGID found a cost-effective way to deliver water to the roundabout for irrigation. Nevertheless, the project involves the contractor digging a trench to access the irrigation sleeve in place underneath the road. There is no need to open the road, thanks to NDOT’s foresight in 2012, when the roundabout was originally installed. 

NDOT has been a partner in this project from the beginning. They have had input into the design, ensuring it addresses safety issues. Although these improvements are welcomed by NDOT, they were not enough to justify the cost of making this an NDOT project. However, at the recommendation of NDOT Chief Tracy Thomason, traffic control is being handled by NDOT as an in-kind donation.

Other community donations

Iconic granite boulders are a key feature of the new design. A call to the VP of Engineering of Realberry, owner of the Cal Neva, resulted in the donation of 7 boulders to the project. SMC and SNC contractors on the Cal Neva project are donating the transportation of these boulders to the roundabout. FW Carson is donating the labor to place these boulders.

SIERRA GIVING CIRCLE

Private donations are the key funding source for the Gateway Roundabout improvements and other beautification projects. Charitable donations are given through partner Incline Tahoe Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization. A Roots to Revitalization community dinner held last September raised over $230,000 for beautification projects in Incline Village Main Street. Subsequent donations have been considerable, but Main Street is seeking an additional $30,000 for the Gateway Roundabout.  Go to the IVCBA mainstreet page to make a donation: https://ivcba.org/programs/incline-village-main-street/roots-for-revitalization/

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In The News – Where does federal funding in Tahoe come from?

April 14, 2026 | Member Submitted

Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 4/13/2026, Written Eli Ramos

Plenty of different politicians represent the Lake Tahoe area: straddling two different states, with five counties and overlapping jurisdictions. On the congressional level, Tahoe is represented by Representatives Kevin Kiley and Senators Alex Padilla, Adam Schiff, Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen. They’ve each provided millions of dollars and introduced different acts to protect the lake. But who’s responsible for what?

Acts to protect Lake Tahoe

Both the Lake Tahoe Restoration (LTRA) Act and the Santini-Burton Act of 1980 were created to preserve Lake Tahoe.

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Photo: TDT

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In The News – Big changes ahead at Incline Beach as $11M project gets underway

April 14, 2026 | Member Submitted

Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 04/14/2026, Staff Report

Incline Village residents heading to the beach this summer will see big changes underway.

Construction is set to begin at Incline Beach in mid-April for a new beach house facility.

The Incline Beach House Project will replace the aging snack bar, tiki bar, and restrooms. Plans include a commercial kitchen, ordering windows, patio seating, fire pits, and restrooms available year-round.

“The main goal is to replace the 60 plus year old facilities that are currently at Incline Beach, with modern infrastructure that better meets the needs of Incline Village residents and their guests,” said Paul Raymore with the Incline Village General Improvement District.

During construction, the main entrance to Incline Beach will close. A temporary entrance will open nearby, but parking will be limited.

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Connecting Housing, Transportation, and Opportunity in the Tahoe Basin

April 14, 2026 | Member Submitted

Workforce housing and transportation are two of the most pressing challenges in the Tahoe Basin—and they are deeply interconnected. Addressing them requires not just new ideas, but better alignment across sectors, jurisdictions, and solutions.

At the 2026 Tahoe Economic Summit, this session will bring that conversation into focus, starting with the latest regional data and trends presented by Karen Fink, Long Range Planning Director at Tahoe Regional Planning Agency. Grounded in this shared understanding, the discussion will explore three core approaches shaping the path forward: building new housing, better utilizing existing housing through policy innovation, and strengthening regional transportation systems.

A panel of local leaders will then bring these strategies to life through real-world examples:Jessica Wackenhut Lomeli, Housing Manager, City of South Lake Tahoe — highlighting programs like the Long-Term Rental Incentive ProgramJim Marino, Executive Director, Tahoe Transportation District — sharing progress on microtransit, regional connectivity, and infrastructure investmentsJerry Bindel, Forest Suites & Hotel & Lodging Association — offering the employer perspective on workforce housing and transportation solutions.

Together, this session will examine the tradeoffs, costs, and opportunities across each approach—moving beyond the problem to focus on practical, coordinated solutions that support Tahoe’s workforce and economy.


Join us on May 7 at the Tahoe Blue Event Center to be part of the conversation and leave with a clearer understanding of where we’re headed—and how you can be part of the solution.
🎟 Tickets are on sale now. Limited seating – don’t miss out!

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Earth Month Has Arrived!

April 14, 2026 | Member Submitted

Originally published in the Keep Tahoe Blue Newsletter

Earth Month is here, and it’s one of the best times to get outside and give back to Lake Tahoe.

Join us for an Earth Day Cleanup, stop by a community festival, explore the Spurlock/Evers Environment & Education Center, or head out for an early spring hike. However you spend time here, every action helps protect the Lake.

As Keep Tahoe Blue celebrates 69 years on April 19, we invite you to be part of what comes next. Show up, take care, and leave Tahoe better than you found it.

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Tahoe Joy Festival Reveals 2026 Music Lineup for 4th Annual Event

April 14, 2026 | Member Submitted

Free Benefit Music Festival Celebrates Regional Musicians, Artists, and Community at Commons Beach, North Lake Tahoe 

The Joy Foundation has announced the 2026 music lineup for the 4th Annual Tahoe Joy Festival, a free benefit music festival featuring an eclectic mix of musicians from the Lake Tahoe and Northern California regions. The festival will take place Sunday, June 7, from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Commons Beach in Tahoe City. Headlined by Dead Winter Carpenters, the event will bring a full day of high-energy, roots-driven music and connection to Commons Beach.

“This year’s lineup reflects what Tahoe Joy Festival is all about — bringing different sounds, different

influences, and different people together in one place. From Americana and roots to funk, rock, and, for the first time, Latin music, we’re creating a space where everyone can feel connected through music,”

commented Matt Axton, Musician and Founder of the Joy Foundation and Tahoe Joy Festival.

DEAD WINTER CARPENTERS

Headlining this year’s festival, Dead Winter Carpenters are a Tahoe-based Americana band known for rich harmonies, storytelling, and high-energy performances. Their sound reflects the spirit of the mountains and the community, making them a natural anchor for a day of music on the shores of Lake Tahoe.

MATT AXTON & BADMOON

Led by festival founder Matt Axton, Matt Axton & Badmoon blend Americana, country, and rock ’n’ roll with heartfelt songwriting and a strong connection to Tahoe’s musical roots. Their performance brings a personal and authentic energy that lies at the heart of the festival.

LAZWELL

LAZWELL delivers a genre-blending mix of funk, soul, and rock driven by groove and improvisation. Their infectious live energy invites the crowd to move, connect, and share in the moment – a perfect fit for the spirit of Tahoe Joy Festival.

LITTLE HURRICANE

Little Hurricane delivers a raw, “dirty” blues-driven sound rooted in gritty guitar work, driving rhythms, and soulful vocals. Blending garage rock, Americana, and blues, the project brings a stripped-down intensity that resonates in an intimate, open-air setting like Tahoe Joy Festival.

SONIDO SUENO

Sonido Sueño brings a vibrant fusion of Latin rhythms and global influences, creating a lively, danceable sound that invites connection across cultures and generations. Their addition marks an exciting expansion of the festival’s sound, reflecting Tahoe Joy Festival’s commitment to inclusivity and shared experience. “I’m especially excited about this year’s lineup and the experience it creates,” Axton continued.

“What sets Tahoe Joy Festival apart is our focus on bringing people together through diverse sounds and shared moments—all rooted in free music and shared joy. Adding a band with Latin influences like Sonido Sueño expands that vision and reflects the inclusive, evolving community we’re building together.”

COMMUNITY STAGE

In addition to the main stage performances, Tahoe Joy Festival features a Community Stage highlighting local talent, including a performance by North Lake Tahoe band Winter Grain, and a showcase of student musicians from Tahoe Truckee School of Music. The Community Stage reflects the Joy Foundation’s commitment to supporting emerging artists and creating opportunities for young musicians to share their voices.The Community Stage is a powerful example of how the festival shows up for the community—creating space for local voices and setting it apart from other summer music experiences in Lake Tahoe.

PARTNERSHIP SUPPORT

The Tahoe Joy Festival is made possible through the generous support of the Tahoe City Public Utility District, which provides access to Commons Beach, and the North Tahoe Chamber. Their support, combined with local business sponsorships, helps ensure the festival is free and accessible to the entire community. 

Additional information on the North Tahoe Chamber is included below.

TAHOE JOY FESTIVAL

Sunday, June 7th, 2026

Commons Beach, Tahoe City

12:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Free

ABOUT THE NORTH TAHOE CHAMBER

The North Tahoe Chamber, whose purpose is to cultivate collaborative partnerships, serve as an engaging catalyst, and drive economic impact, has supported a vibrant business community and enhanced the quality of life for North Lake Tahoe residents and visitors since 1954. The Chamber’s priorities, developed in collaboration with the Business and Chamber Advisory Committee, include economic development, advocacy, business services, community vitality, visitor engagement, and workforce development to benefit local businesses and their employees. Using tourism revenues generated by the North Lake Tahoe Business Improvement District (NLT-TBID) these priorities are realized through robust member benefits. 

Learn more and become a member at northtahoechamber.com.

ABOUT JOY FOUNDATION

Founded in 2025 by musician Matt Axton, the Joy Foundation supports independent artists and strengthens communities through high-quality music events and educational programs that celebrate music history, performance, and artistry.

ABOUT TAHOE JOY FESTIVAL

The Tahoe Joy Festival is a free, one-day benefit music festival held annually at Commons Beach in Tahoe City. A signature event of the Joy Foundation, the festival amplifies regional and youth musicians, local artists, and nonprofit partners while creating inclusive, family-friendly experiences. Through live music and community connection, Tahoe Joy Festival raises awareness and funds for local nonprofits and celebrates the natural beauty of Lake Tahoe.

The Tahoe Joy Festival, now in its fourth year, was founded by Matt Axton as a tribute to his father, entertainment icon and Tahoe City resident Hoyt Axton, whose most famous hit “Joy to the World”

(“Jeremiah was a bullfrog”) inspired the festival’s spirit. The event reflects Axton’s vision of bringing a little more joy to North Lake Tahoe through music. Learn more at joyfoundations.org/tahoefest.

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