Tahoe Joy Festival
Jun
7
Sun
11:00 AM — 9:00 PM
Tahoe Joy Festival Shuttle
Ride free from Olympic Valley to Commons Beach for a full day of music, community, and shared joy.
Enjoy a free benefit music festival featuring regional bands, student musicians, local vendors, food trucks, family-friendly activities, and lakeside summer energy at Commons Beach.
A Free Festival Rooted in Joy
Tahoe Joy Festival is a free, single-day benefit music festival at Commons Beach in Tahoe City. Created by Tahoe native Matt Axton and inspired by his father Hoyt Axton’s iconic hit “Joy to the World,” the festival celebrates music, art, connection, and community.
Presented by the Joy Foundation, the 2026 festival benefits the Tahoe Truckee School of Music and helps keep live music accessible for the North Lake Tahoe community.
Free Transportation from Olympic Valley & West Shore
Free shuttle service will operate throughout the day between Olympic Valley, West Shore neighborhoods, and the Tahoe City Transit Center.
Skip the congestion, park for free at Palisades Tahoe, and enjoy a more relaxed way to get to and from Tahoe City.
Important Notes
Register for Tahoe Joy Festival
Explore More Free Shuttle Events
Ride free to more Tahoe City events all summer long.
From concerts and festivals to holiday celebrations and seasonal events, Palisades Tahoe offers complimentary transportation to some of North Lake Tahoe’s most popular gatherings.
View Full Shuttle Schedule
Routes and Timetables
Olympic Valley Route
West Shore Route
Ride free from Olympic Valley to Commons Beach for a full day of music, community, and shared joy.
Enjoy a free benefit music festival featuring regional bands, student musicians, local vendors, food trucks, family-friendly activities, and lakeside summer energy at Commons Beach.
A Free Festival Rooted in Joy
Tahoe Joy Festival is a free, single-day benefit music festival at Commons Beach in Tahoe City. Created by Tahoe native Matt Axton and inspired by his father Hoyt Axton’s iconic hit “Joy to the World,” the festival celebrates music, art, connection, and community.
Presented by the Joy Foundation, the 2026 festival benefits the Tahoe Truckee School of Music and helps keep live music accessible for the North Lake Tahoe community.
Free Transportation from Olympic Valley & West Shore
Free shuttle service will operate throughout the day between Olympic Valley, West Shore neighborhoods, and the Tahoe City Transit Center.
Skip the congestion, park for free at Palisades Tahoe, and enjoy a more relaxed way to get to and from Tahoe City.
Important Notes
- Shuttle times are approximate and subject to traffic and road conditions.
- Seating is first come, first served.
- Please arrive at shuttle stops early during peak event hours.
- Tahoe Joy Festival is free to attend, but registration is encouraged.
Register for Tahoe Joy Festival
Explore More Free Shuttle Events
Ride free to more Tahoe City events all summer long.
From concerts and festivals to holiday celebrations and seasonal events, Palisades Tahoe offers complimentary transportation to some of North Lake Tahoe’s most popular gatherings.
View Full Shuttle Schedule
Routes and Timetables
Olympic Valley Route
| Palisades Tahoe Tram Circle / PlumpJack |
The Village at Palisades Tahoe | Everline Resort & Spa | River Ranch | Tahoe City Transit Center | Departs Transit Center |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:30 AM | 11:33 AM | 11:40 AM | 11:45 AM | 11:55 AM | 12:00 PM |
| 12:30 PM | 12:33 PM | 12:40 PM | 12:45 PM | 12:55 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 1:30 PM | 1:33 PM | 1:40 PM | 1:45 PM | 1:55 PM | 2:00 PM |
| 2:30 PM | 2:33 PM | 2:40 PM | 2:45 PM | 2:55 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 3:30 PM | 3:33 PM | 3:40 PM | 3:45 PM | 3:55 PM | 4:00 PM |
| 4:30 PM | 4:33 PM | 4:40 PM | 4:45 PM | 4:55 PM | 5:00 PM |
| 5:30 PM | 5:33 PM | 5:40 PM | 5:45 PM | 5:55 PM | 6:00 PM |
| 6:30 PM | 6:33 PM | 6:40 PM | 6:45 PM | 6:55 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 7:30 PM | 7:33 PM | 7:40 PM | 7:45 PM | 7:55 PM | 8:00 PM |
West Shore Route
| Tahoma | Homewood West Shore Cafe |
Sunnyside TART Stop |
Granlibakken | Tahoe City Transit Center | Departs Transit Center |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:32 AM | 11:34 AM | 11:41 AM | 11:49 AM | 11:54 AM | 12:00 PM |
| 12:32 PM | 12:34 PM | 12:41 PM | 12:49 PM | 12:54 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 1:32 PM | 1:34 PM | 1:41 PM | 1:49 PM | 1:54 PM | 2:00 PM |
| 2:32 PM | 2:34 PM | 2:41 PM | 2:49 PM | 2:54 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 3:32 PM | 3:34 PM | 3:41 PM | 3:49 PM | 3:54 PM | 4:00 PM |
| 4:32 PM | 4:34 PM | 4:41 PM | 4:49 PM | 4:54 PM | 5:00 PM |
| 5:32 PM | 5:34 PM | 5:41 PM | 5:49 PM | 5:54 PM | 6:00 PM |
| 6:32 PM | 6:34 PM | 6:41 PM | 6:49 PM | 6:54 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 7:32 PM | 7:34 PM | 7:41 PM | 7:49 PM | 7:54 PM | 8:00 PM |
Jun
7
Sun
Tahoe Joy Festival
11:00 AM — 9:00 PM
Tahoe Joy Festival Shuttle
Ride free from Olympic Valley to Commons Beach for a full day of music, community, and shared joy.
Enjoy a free benefit music festival featuring regional bands, student musicians, local vendors, food trucks, family-friendly activities, and lakeside summer energy at Commons Beach.
A Free Festival Rooted in Joy
Tahoe Joy Festival is a free, single-day benefit music festival at Commons Beach in Tahoe City. Created by Tahoe native Matt Axton and inspired by his father Hoyt Axton’s iconic hit “Joy to the World,” the festival celebrates music, art, connection, and community.
Presented by the Joy Foundation, the 2026 festival benefits the Tahoe Truckee School of Music and helps keep live music accessible for the North Lake Tahoe community.
Free Transportation from Olympic Valley & West Shore
Free shuttle service will operate throughout the day between Olympic Valley, West Shore neighborhoods, and the Tahoe City Transit Center.
Skip the congestion, park for free at Palisades Tahoe, and enjoy a more relaxed way to get to and from Tahoe City.
Important Notes
Register for Tahoe Joy Festival
Explore More Free Shuttle Events
Ride free to more Tahoe City events all summer long.
From concerts and festivals to holiday celebrations and seasonal events, Palisades Tahoe offers complimentary transportation to some of North Lake Tahoe’s most popular gatherings.
View Full Shuttle Schedule
Routes and Timetables
Olympic Valley Route
West Shore Route
Ride free from Olympic Valley to Commons Beach for a full day of music, community, and shared joy.
Enjoy a free benefit music festival featuring regional bands, student musicians, local vendors, food trucks, family-friendly activities, and lakeside summer energy at Commons Beach.
A Free Festival Rooted in Joy
Tahoe Joy Festival is a free, single-day benefit music festival at Commons Beach in Tahoe City. Created by Tahoe native Matt Axton and inspired by his father Hoyt Axton’s iconic hit “Joy to the World,” the festival celebrates music, art, connection, and community.
Presented by the Joy Foundation, the 2026 festival benefits the Tahoe Truckee School of Music and helps keep live music accessible for the North Lake Tahoe community.
Free Transportation from Olympic Valley & West Shore
Free shuttle service will operate throughout the day between Olympic Valley, West Shore neighborhoods, and the Tahoe City Transit Center.
Skip the congestion, park for free at Palisades Tahoe, and enjoy a more relaxed way to get to and from Tahoe City.
Important Notes
- Shuttle times are approximate and subject to traffic and road conditions.
- Seating is first come, first served.
- Please arrive at shuttle stops early during peak event hours.
- Tahoe Joy Festival is free to attend, but registration is encouraged.
Register for Tahoe Joy Festival
Explore More Free Shuttle Events
Ride free to more Tahoe City events all summer long.
From concerts and festivals to holiday celebrations and seasonal events, Palisades Tahoe offers complimentary transportation to some of North Lake Tahoe’s most popular gatherings.
View Full Shuttle Schedule
Routes and Timetables
Olympic Valley Route
| Palisades Tahoe Tram Circle / PlumpJack |
The Village at Palisades Tahoe | Everline Resort & Spa | River Ranch | Tahoe City Transit Center | Departs Transit Center |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:30 AM | 11:33 AM | 11:40 AM | 11:45 AM | 11:55 AM | 12:00 PM |
| 12:30 PM | 12:33 PM | 12:40 PM | 12:45 PM | 12:55 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 1:30 PM | 1:33 PM | 1:40 PM | 1:45 PM | 1:55 PM | 2:00 PM |
| 2:30 PM | 2:33 PM | 2:40 PM | 2:45 PM | 2:55 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 3:30 PM | 3:33 PM | 3:40 PM | 3:45 PM | 3:55 PM | 4:00 PM |
| 4:30 PM | 4:33 PM | 4:40 PM | 4:45 PM | 4:55 PM | 5:00 PM |
| 5:30 PM | 5:33 PM | 5:40 PM | 5:45 PM | 5:55 PM | 6:00 PM |
| 6:30 PM | 6:33 PM | 6:40 PM | 6:45 PM | 6:55 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 7:30 PM | 7:33 PM | 7:40 PM | 7:45 PM | 7:55 PM | 8:00 PM |
West Shore Route
| Tahoma | Homewood West Shore Cafe |
Sunnyside TART Stop |
Granlibakken | Tahoe City Transit Center | Departs Transit Center |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:32 AM | 11:34 AM | 11:41 AM | 11:49 AM | 11:54 AM | 12:00 PM |
| 12:32 PM | 12:34 PM | 12:41 PM | 12:49 PM | 12:54 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 1:32 PM | 1:34 PM | 1:41 PM | 1:49 PM | 1:54 PM | 2:00 PM |
| 2:32 PM | 2:34 PM | 2:41 PM | 2:49 PM | 2:54 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 3:32 PM | 3:34 PM | 3:41 PM | 3:49 PM | 3:54 PM | 4:00 PM |
| 4:32 PM | 4:34 PM | 4:41 PM | 4:49 PM | 4:54 PM | 5:00 PM |
| 5:32 PM | 5:34 PM | 5:41 PM | 5:49 PM | 5:54 PM | 6:00 PM |
| 6:32 PM | 6:34 PM | 6:41 PM | 6:49 PM | 6:54 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 7:32 PM | 7:34 PM | 7:41 PM | 7:49 PM | 7:54 PM | 8:00 PM |