
2025 Line Up

About The Festival
The Tahoe Joy Festival is your FREE, all-day benefit music festival destination at Commons Beach in Tahoe City, California. Experience a family-friendly atmosphere filled with live music from regional bands and youth performers. Explore offerings from over 30 local California artists, makers, non-profits, plus enjoy various food and beverage trucks right by Lake Tahoe.
Presented by the Joy Foundation (Tahoe), the festival supports local non-profits – the 2025 beneficiary is The Tahoe Truckee School of Music. Conceived by Matt Axton and inspired by his father Hoyt Axton's iconic hit "Joy to the World," the Tahoe Joy Festival is dedicated to bringing more joy to the Tahoe City community through music, art, and connection.
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What People Are Saying
Lisa K.
“Everything was perfect, you hit the nail on the head. Everyone from age 0 to 90 was Absolutely enJOYing the Festivities”
Jared M.
“I attend many music events and this was a favorite. It was well organized, had a joyful friendly atmosphere and the music was great!”
Kim H.
“It was a wonderful festival. I volunteered, and I will certainly volunteer again. Thanks for this great community event!”
Noel G.
“The location was spectacular. Love the effort to include local artisans.”