Village At Squaw Valley To Celebrate 18th Annual Art, Wine & Music Festival On July 13 and 14

The Village at Squaw Valley celebrates the 18th annual Art, Wine and Music Festival on July 13 and 14 from 11 a.m-5 p.m. The event is free and open to all ages and will feature wine tastings, live musical performances from around the globe and walkways lined with fine art booths and exhibits. One hundred percent of proceeds from this event will benefit Achieve Tahoe, a local nonprofit that provides affordable, inclusive physical and recreational activities that help people with disabilities build health, confidence and independence. Wine tasting tickets can be purchased for $25 in advance here or for $30 at the door. Each ticket includes unlimited tastings for one day and a souvenir wine glass. Wine by the glass and beer by Kona Brewing Company will also be available throughout the event.

“We are thrilled to host the 18th year of the Art, Wine and Music Festival,” said Caroline Ross, executive director for the Squaw Village Neighborhood Company. “We can’t wait to welcome the talented artists, musicians and winemakers who help us support Achieve Tahoe.” 

“We are thrilled to be a part of 18th annual Art, Wine and Music Festival that brings together talented artists, musicians and winemakers, all while supporting Achieve Tahoe,” said Haakon Lang-Ree, executive director of Achieve Tahoe. “The proceeds from this event have a direct impact on the lives of our participants with disabilities and gives them a chance to enjoy the recreational opportunities in Tahoe that we all love. Thank you to the Squaw Village Neighborhood Company, JK Architecture Engineering, Q&D Construction and Uncorked for making this wonderful event possible!”

Wine tastings will take place from 2-5 p.m. on Saturday, July 13 and Sunday, July 14. Participating wineries include: Alois Lageder, Balverne Wines, Eugene Carrel Winery, Farella, Figuiere, Illanta Wines, Kenefich Ranch, Long Meadow Ranch, Lumen Wines, Mauritson Wines, Nuclear Wine Co, Ole Imports, Quivira Vineyards, Red Car Wine, Sean Minor Wines, Senses Wines, Skinner Vineyards, The Cleaver Wine, Truchard Vinyards and more to be announced.

There will be live music on both days across three stages, between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. The complete musical lineup can be found here: 

Saturday, July 13

Main Stage

• 11 a.m.-noon: Duo Pura Vida (Flamenco)
• 12:15-1:45 p.m.: Milton Merlos Trio (Flamenco)
• 2:15-3:25 p.m.: World Beatnix (World Fusion)

Funitel Plaza 

• Noon-1.30 p.m. & 2-3:30 p.m.: Mayita & the Hotshots (World Fusion)

First Street 

• 1:45-3 p.m. & 3:15-4:30 p.m.: Los Pinguos (Latin/Rumba/Flamenca)

Sunday, July 14 

Main Stage

• 11 a.m.-noon: Duo Pura Vida (Flamenco)
• 12:15-1:45 p.m.: Milton Merlos Trio (Flamenco)
• 2:15-3:30 p.m. & 3:45-5 p.m.: Twanguero (Latin/Twang/Rock)

Funitel Plaza 

• Noon-1:30 p.m. & 2-3:30 p.m.: Mayita & the Hotshots (World Fusion)

First Street 

• 1:45-3 p.m. & 3:15-4.30 p.m.: Los Pinguos (Latin/Rumba/Flamenco)