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.
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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.
Space Oddity: The David Bowie Tribute Experience at the Bear Valley Music Festival in Bear Valley at 7pm
Live on the deck at Sequoia Woods
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/
BBQ at the Cutthroat Tavern in Markleeville – Check out their new collab with South Lake Brewing Company.
Live Music at Lake Alpine Lodge beginning at 1 pm.
Mustache Harbor: A Dance Party at the Bear Valley Music Festival in Bear Valley at 7pm
Live Music at the Bistro in Arnold from 6-9 pm with Tom Rigney & Flambeau!
Live Music at the Lube Room in Dorrington featuring the Blue Monday Band at 7pm.
Live Music at the Beer Garden in Camp Connell featuring the Brian Jirka Project at 6pm.
Live Music at Howard’s Mystic Saloon in Avery at 9 pm.
Live on the deck at Sequoia Woods
Saturday, July 25th, 2026
Saturday, August 1st, 2026
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.
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.