Visit BearValley.com and BVAdventures.com for ideas and hints on places to go and things to do at the higher elevations. And don’t forget to check Big Trees State Park, which always has something going on that the entire family can enjoy! Check these links for events in the Murphys area, throughout Calaveras County, and in Alpine County More Alpine County 250th Anniversary Celebration and summer events here.
Death Ride, Tour of the California Alps is coming on Saturday, July 11th, 2026 – Register to participate here. Watch for information on road closures – Highway 4 from East of Lake Alpine to Monitor Pass will be closed to traffic during the event.
Independence Day Weekend: See what California High Sierra has to say about America’s 250th celebrations in the mountains: https://californiahighsierra.com/trips/250-anniversary-america/
Thursday, July 2nd, 2026
Live Music at Lake Alpine Lodge beginning at 1 pm.
Friday, July 3rd, 2026
Live Music at Lake Alpine Lodge.
Live Music at the Lube Room in Dorrington featuring Flashback at 7pm.
Live Music at the Beer Garden in Camp Connell featuring Jill Warren at 6pm.
Night Skies with Doc Nancy at Big Trees State Park at 8:30 pm – Meet at the Scenic Overlook in the park, just a few miles past the Visitor Center. Bring a chair or blanket and please keep your headlights turned off as you enter the parking area.
Saturday, July 4th, 2026
54th Annual Sierra Nevada Arts & Craft Festival in Arnold
Live Music at Lake Alpine Lodge beginning at 1 pm.
Hilltop Concert Series at Brice Station featuring Hot Buttered Rum
Friday, July 17th through Sunday, August 2nd, 2026
The Bear Valley Music Festival & the big white tent return with something for everyone! The annual Bear Valley Music Festival offers a mix of classical, rock & roll, blues, and chamber music. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Bear Valley’s granite boulders and pine trees. This beloved summer tradition brings the community together for an unforgettable experience in the High Sierras.
Saturday, July 18th, 2026
Hilltop Concert Series at Brice Station featuring The Live Oaks
Kids Fishing Day at Lake Alpine from 11 am – 3 pm – More information at https://lakealpinelodge.com/
Saturday, July 25th, 2026
Death Ride – Tour of the California Alps – July 11th, 2026
Woolystar Music Festival – June 12-14, 2026
Independence Day Parade in Arnold – July 4th, 2026
Bear Valley Music Festival – July 17th-August 2nd, 2026
Hermitfest West – First Saturday After Labor Day – September 12-13, 2026
New Year’s Eve at the Bear Valley Lodge
2026 Bjornloppet XC Race Weekend – March 7-8th, 2026 – Bear Valley Adventure Co. (map)
Visit the Calaveras and Alpine County event calendars for more information on events throughout the region. Please visit the event organizers’ websites or social media to confirm details.