
The Tahoe City Solstice Festival, June 19-22, may be the best place to celebrate Father’s Day (Sunday, June 15) and spend time with family members and friends.
“Join us in the heart of Tahoe City to celebrate the beginning of summer. In addition to Tahoe City’s distinctive charms – convenient lake access, acclaimed artists, fabulous restaurants and notable shops and galleries – the Farmers Market, Solstice Stroll Classic Car Show, Tahoe City Wine Walk and Sunday’s concert are annual Solstice Festival highlights,” shares Stacie Lyans, Tahoe City Downtown Association’s Executive Director.
“Join us in the heart of Tahoe City to celebrate the beginning of summer. In addition to Tahoe City’s distinctive charms – convenient lake access, acclaimed artists, fabulous restaurants and notable shops and galleries – the Farmers Market, Solstice Stroll Classic Car Show, Tahoe City Wine Walk and Sunday’s concert are annual Solstice Festival highlights,” shares Stacie Lyans, Tahoe City Downtown Association’s Executive Director.
THURSDAY, JUNE 19 Farmers Market at Commons Beach, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. FREE FoothillFarmersMarket.com FRIDAY, JUNE 20 Solstice Sip 'n Shop, 3 to 8 p.m. FREE Solstice Sip 'n Shop offers adult beverages for shoppers (21+) at the Trunk Show in the Cobblestone Center who are checking out the latest works by local artists and on the spot custom jewelry design by Bella Petunia. TahoeTrunkShow.com Solstice Stroll Classic Car Show, 6 to 8 p.m. FREE North Lake Tahoe Boulevard will become a nostalgic journey through Tahoe’s love affair with classic automobiles and collector cars. Vote for best in show during the early evening Solstice Stroll Classic Car Show (free). For more information, go to VisitTahoeCity.com or call (530) 583-3348. | SATURDAY, JUNE 21 Solstice Paddle on Lake Tahoe, 9 to 11:30 a.m. Glide across water so clear that you can see the bottom, paddle past historic homes and hear interesting stories about local history, culture and landmarks with a special half priced, full experience guided paddle with Tahoe City Kayak. Call (530) 581-4336 for reservations ($37.50/person). Volunteer Training with UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. FREE The UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center is training community volunteers to guide tours at the education center in Tahoe City. Call (775) 881-7560 for details. Tahoe City Wine Walk, Noon – 4 p.m. Heralded as the most fun you can have in Tahoe City in one afternoon, the Tahoe City Wine Walk offers more than two dozen tasting locations featuring regional wineries paired with gourmet bites. Tickets: $40in advance at TahoeCityWineWalk.com, $50 at the event (cash only). SUNDAY, JUNE 22 Concerts at Commons Beach, 3 to 7 p.m. FREE Featuring Afrolicious and Roemers Visit Concertsatcommonsbeach.com. |
In addition to the above events, participating organizations and businesses are treating locals and visitors with Solstice Festival specials to welcome the summer season. For example, Zia Lina will be serving espresso, salads, soups, pizza by the slice and daily specials from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lakeside Pizza presents incredible food and drink offers from $2.50 domestic bottles to $2 pints and handmade pizza. In addition, there are a variety of discounts to help you look good and feel good: Pure Skin is offering a Microdermabrasion Facial for $75 with advance reservations. Call 530 412-0446 for an appointment. Tahoe City Dental Group has a New Patient Special (cleaning, an exam and X-rays for $150) and a whitening special (custom trays and startup whitening gel for $199).
The Tahoe City Solstice Festival winds down as two summer events kick into high gear: Adventure Sports Week, June 20-29, includes a variety of competitive events including trail running, mountain biking, triathlon and stand up paddle board races and the Alpenglow Mountain Festival, June 21-29, offers daily activities including excursions and non-competitive recreation opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Designed to inspire participants, organizers of the Alpenglow Mountain Festival want everyone to have fun, make friends, and enjoy activities including picturesque nature hikes, fabulous trail runs, serene lakefront yoga sessions, inspiring presentations, cutting-edge product demos and awesome giveaways.
The Tahoe City Solstice Festival winds down as two summer events kick into high gear: Adventure Sports Week, June 20-29, includes a variety of competitive events including trail running, mountain biking, triathlon and stand up paddle board races and the Alpenglow Mountain Festival, June 21-29, offers daily activities including excursions and non-competitive recreation opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Designed to inspire participants, organizers of the Alpenglow Mountain Festival want everyone to have fun, make friends, and enjoy activities including picturesque nature hikes, fabulous trail runs, serene lakefront yoga sessions, inspiring presentations, cutting-edge product demos and awesome giveaways.
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