All sales are final. All events are rain, snow, or shine, unless otherwise noted, but may be canceled due to dangerous conditions. All artists, dates, times, and locations are subject to change without notice. You must adhere to the event organizer's instructions and deadlines for all tickets. the art hikes are a family-friendly event, but sorry no pets.
All tickets are non-refundable. Trails & Vistas event waiver states: Performances are rarely canceled prior to their scheduled tour time due to weather conditions.
Tickets used qualify as a tax-deductible donation.
Trails & Vistas strives to create a more sustainable and healthy world for all people across race, class, gender, geography, and other differences.
General Information:
Art Hikes: The hike provides a wonderful opportunity to enjoy eight art and performance sites set along a gentle hiking trail for people of all ages and hiking abilities.
2023 Spooner Lake Trail, Spooner Lake Park, east shore of Lake Tahoe.
Where:
Spooner Lake Park
Here are some of our safety measures already in place: Be KIND
Individual tickets/general public tickets for up to 22 people in each hiking group.
Location: Spooner Lake State Park. Nestled in the Lake Tahoe Basin, the Spooner Backcountry is a widespread recreational and natural oasis, with a lake surrounded by aspens and more than 12,000 acres of forested, open space.
info@trailsandvistas.org Contact the Artistic Director and Founder Nancy Tieken Lopez for more information. Build your own hiking tour group for your friends and family. Up to 20 hikers in a group, a great gift and a great experience for all.
All tickets must be purchased through our TicketLeap ticketing service. An email will be sent to you when you order your tickets. On the day you purchase your tickets, print out the order and save the date and tour time on your calendar. If you forget to ticket receipt then have a photo ID and check in 30 minutes before your tour start time.
If you forgot what tour you are on, then please contact TicketLeap
Monday - Friday 9am - 6pm EST.
877-849-5327 | help@ticketleap.com
Please arrive 30 minutes early to find parking and check-in. There is a start time on your ticket. Art Hikes should take 2 1/2 hours to complete. Example: hike start at 10:00 am - 12:00 ending the hike. Plan to spend a 1/2 day on the mountain with amazing art in nature sites.
The Trails & Vistas Art Hikes are a time to reconnect to community, land, and our creativity. How does this transpire? You hike in small groups with an interesting guide. Whether it’s Mother Nature (she’s there) or another one of our beloved volunteers, will guide your way into a parallel universe with surprises along every turn.
The tradition of the art hikes has always been founded in connection to community, to the land around you, to the arts, and feeling more inspired upon each step. We are not a music festival, but want to create an experience of the environment through the arts that is open to all people, all ages. We wanted to focus on the purpose, the gathering and the evolution of human connection. The art in nature sites have been carefully curated and choreographed to most effectively help us in sticking to our foundational ideals with a focus on the interconnectedness to each other and the land around us.
Treat yourself to a few well-deserved hours breathing in the fresh mountain air while embracing an experience like no other. We ask that you capture the experience with your heart and memories. Thank you.
The art hike trails we use are rated as easy to moderate with small elevation gains. There are art in nature sites along the 2.6 mile nature trail, and will take around 2.5 hours to complete. If you hike in the Sierra Nevada, then you are fine, we have many stops along the way. If you hike in the valley, but need a slower paced walk, please select a Leisure Hike which is the same hiking trail, but a bit slower paced, always the last tour of the day. We recommend staying at high elevation for 1 to 2 days before the art hike.
Yes, The Family Art Hikes offered at 10:00 am are designed for hiking with children, be playful and enjoy your experience. Bring snacks and water for the little ones, sorry no strollers or pets.
Yes, Naturalist Guided Hikes are offered to learn more about the land around you with a biologist or nature guide. Specialty hikes will be scheduled for the 2023 hikes.
The last hike of the day is offered for a little slower paced hike. More suitable for anyone that is a hiker, but may not acclimated to high elevation gains. Spooner Lake trail this year is rated as easy/moderate with a dirt/rock single track 2.5 mile trail.
Mindfulness Hikes are offered for adults only at 9:00 am both days. Mindfulness means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts and surrounding environment.
Your purchase verifies agreement and understanding of Trails & Vistas Terms and Conditions.
Bring your printed ticket, or ID, to the event check-in table. We have a list with your name on it.
1) NO REFUNDS/EXCHANGES ON TICKETS - You can gift your tickets to a friend, family, or donate the tickets back to the nonprofit, info@trailsandvistas.org
2) ALL TICKETS HAVE A HIKING START TIME AND AN ENDING TIME, example 9:00 am (start time) 11:30 (end time)
3) CHECK IN AT LEAST 30 MINUTES BEFORE YOUR START TIME
4) NO PHOTOGRAPHY OR VIDEO- a day to walk in-tune with nature. There will be Trails & Vistas professional photographers along the trail.
5) SPARKY SHOULD STAY AT HOME- the art hikes are a family-friendly event, but sorry no pets.
6) WE HIKE IN ALL WEATHER CONDITIONS , events may be canceled due to dangerious conditions.
7) RELAX, BREATHE, ENJOY! Walk in tune with nature, please leave your cell phone at home, dog, and camera at home. Please forward this information to everyone in your party. We strive to have each hiker well informed for a great experience on the trail.
You may check in with your ID for your hiking tour time. We will have you on our list. Arrive 30 minutes before your tour begins.
If you forgot what tour you are on, then please contact TicketLeap
Monday - Friday 9am - 6pm EST.
877-849-5327 | help@ticketleap.com
Printed Ticket from Ticketleap with time and date. Bring ID if you lost your ticket
• Bring water/ snacks / good vibes
• Bring your Epi-Pen if allergic
• Bring bug spray if you wish (eco-friendly please)
• We will update safety guidelines throughout the spring.
• Wear hiking/walking shoes
• Wear layers - chilly in the morning, warm sunshine in the afternoon.
• Don't forget your full water bottle!
• Wear good tread shoes for walking
Remember this is a time to unplug and reconnect. No photography, video or audio recording of artists without written permission from Trails & Vistas Executive Director Nancy Tieken Lopez, and fine artists. Capturing photos, video, or audio of the performance is strictly prohibited due to Equity Artists’ rules.
• No Cameras, video cameras (Trails & Vistas will have professional photographers and videographers on the trail)
• No Cell phones (no recording)
• No Illegal Drugs, and cigarettes
• No Animals or pets, except service animals
Please contact info@trailsandvistas.org if you have a service animal, or request for a complimentary companion ticket if you are visual or hearing impaired. Please contact the director, Nancy Lopez, at info@trailsandvistas.org for more information.
Featured Lodging
Vistana Inn, Lake Tahoe (Tahoe Vista, Lake Tahoe) for September art hikes.
The art hikes will go on in rain and light smoke, please plan and dress for the weather including a poncho, good walking shoes, and warm/dry clothing. In the unlikely event that a performance may be rescheduled due to weather/smoke/pandemic, management will take into consideration many factors when assessing the situation that presents itself during the day of the art hikes. Management reserves the right to alter the policy as necessary. Should there be rain prior to the first art hike the coordinators are prepared to hold for rain up to one half hour. If the rain has stopped to a point where the instruments can be dried, the performance will occur. If the rain has not stopped by half hour after scheduled hike time, after consultation with host sponsor and Trails & Vistas management, some or all art hikes will be cancelled that day.
There are no refunds due to weather or smoke. Please note this is a general weather/smoke policy; The nonprofit of Trails & Vistas management reserves the right to alter the policy as necessary.
Air Quality and Smoke/Fire or Poor AQI:
We monitor the Air Quality Index (AQI) for all events. The AQI is a moving target and can change hourly. Our plan is to determine the AQI early the morning of the scheduled event and make an informed decision whether to hold or cancel an event at that time. In general we will hold the event if the AQI is 180 or below. Sales & Weather Performances are not cancelled prior to their scheduled start time due to weather disruptions (rain, etc.) Announcements regarding extreme weater or smoke cancellations will be made from the trailhead at the performance’s scheduled start time.
AQI: We also monitor Air Quality Index (AQI) disruptions at our venues and trails. If AQI levels at the trailhead/venue consistently trend to exceed 180 on a performance day, we will begin to explore a cancellation in advance of tour start time. If a cancellation is necessary, we will communicate with patrons via email through Ticketleap, listed on our website home page and social media.
The World Concert is a Truckee Tahoe Peace Project
We look forward to gathering together on the shores of Lake Tahoe, dancing and singing as ONE! Keep safe and keep dancing and singing for Peace One Day! See you in 2023 for the Trails & Vistas World Concert: A Peace Project of Truckee Tahoe.
Concert has been postponed to 2024 Season.
Visit laketahoeshakespeare.com
Phone orders: 1-800-747-4697
Imagine your toes in the sand, a fantastic bottle of wine nearby, a gourmet meal in hand and first-class entertainment before you… all while basking in a perfect Lake Tahoe sunset with your friends and family. You’re not dreaming, you’re experiencing the enchantment of LTSF’s Showcase Series of the Trails & Vistas World Concert at Sand Harbor at Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park.
Featuring a sonic journey around the world with music, dance, and performance painting. Persons of any gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, age or ability are welcome.
The main gate opens at 5:30 p.m. allowing early access to the concession area which includes Shakespeare’s Kitchen & Bar and Trails & Vistas swag (our souvenir merchandise). This affords you the opportunity to mingle with family and friends before the performance. Dine at the picnic tables in the dining area or enjoy your meal at your seats. Either way, arrive early and enjoy a pre-show picnic, marvel at the awesome views of Lake Tahoe, or simply bask in the sunset glow.
You are welcome to bring your own picnic dinner and drinks. Enjoy your picnic at our picnic tables or take your food to your seats. For picnicking at your seats in Lower, Upper, & Side Gallery, cooler size is limited to 14″ long x 9″ high x 10″ wide. Your cooler or bag/backpack should be able to fit between your feet to allow guests to safely pass in the aisles. Due to space restrictions, coolers are not allowed in the Premium or Café Table seating section.
Beginning with the 2019 season, a Nevada State Parks Entrance Pass (which may be purchased in advance or at the gate) will be required to gain access to and park at the Sand Harbor venue that Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival (LTSF) calls home for all LTSF events. The Trails & Vistas World Concert is the last LTSF showcase event of the season.
The new $10/per vehicle/per day Nevada State Parks Entrance Pass fee is required by Nevada law and all proceeds support Nevada’s State Parks. LTSF event-related Nevada State Parks Entrance Passes are valid on the date listed on the Pass only.
While LTSF does not benefit directly from Nevada State Parks Entrance Pass fees, we are pleased to afford our patrons the convenience of securing Nevada State Parks Entrance Passes in advance of their visits as part of our ticket purchasing processes. Pre-paid Entrance Passes are offered as a convenience. Entry to Sand Harbor’s parking lot is “first come, first served” and may be delayed as spaces become available pre-show.For complete information regarding Nevada State Parks Annual Passes/Permits, please visit: http://parks.nv.gov/fees/annual-permits. Questions related to park hours, entrance policies, etc. should be directed to ltnsp@parks.nv.gov or (775) 831-0494.
The main gate opens at 5:30 pm for access to our concession and theater for pre-performance gathering. Upper and Side Gallery guests may want to arrive a little early to get settled in these first come first served sections. Music performances begin at 6:30 p.m. and end approximately 3 hours later, including a 15-minute intermission. Patrons arriving after the music has begun will be seated at the discretion of the House Manager. As a helpful reminder, it is very dark after the performance when getting back to your vehicle in the parking lot, so bring a flashlight to help you return to your car.
BOX OFFICE FOR SHOWCASE SERIES WITH LAKE TAHOE SHAKESPEARE
Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival's phone ticket sales and customer service are available from 9am - 4pm PST, Monday through Friday. Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival’s telephone ticket sales and customer service are available daily from 9am-5pm PST. Please call 1.800.74 SHOWS (800-747-4697) to reach a friendly Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival representative to process your ticket purchase and/or answer any questions that you have about the World Concert.
The end of August in Tahoe is beautiful, Cool August nights has ideal conditions for an outdoor theater at Lake Tahoe. However, weather changes quickly in the Sierra. Temperatures in the summer months range from highs in the 70s and lows in the 50s. The evenings can become chilly. Come prepared with layers to stay comfortable through the performance. Check the current weather conditions before starting out for the performance site.
The show will go on in light rain, please plan and dress for the weather including a poncho, seat cover and warm/dry clothing. In the unlikely event that a performance may be rescheduled due to weather. If you have questions about this policy please call (775) 832-1616. Management will take into consideration many factors when assessing the situation that presents itself during the evening of the show. Please note the general rain policy that follows. Management reserves the right to alter the policy as necessary. Should there be rain prior to curtain the World Concert coordinators are prepared to hold for rain up to one half hour. If the rain has stopped to a point where the equipment can be dried, the performance will occur. If the rain has not stopped by half hour after scheduled curtain time, after consultation with stage and house management, the show will be cancelled, musicians, patrons and crew will be dismissed. There are no refunds due to weather. Please note this is a general rain policy; Festival management reserves the right to alter the policy as necessary.
Wheelchair and accessible seating is available at LTSF, as are assisted listening devices. Please call the Box Office to order your tickets and make these arrangements at 1-800-74-SHOWS.
TICKETS FOR WORLD CONCERT AT SAND HARBOR STATE PARK, LAKE TAHOECommunity Partner: Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival Showcase Series PERFORMANCE VENUE: Warren Edward Trepp Stage, Sand Harbor at Lake Tahoe NV State Park, 2005 Highway 28, Incline Village, NV 89451
https://laketahoeshakespeare.com/tickets/2019-09/
TIX: 1-(800) 747-4697
Cameras and photos are ok prior to the performance; however, capturing photos, video, or audio during the performances is strictly prohibited due to Equity Artists’ rules.
We recommend that you bring a flashlight in order to return to your car safely after the performance.
Community Outreach
Taking kids outdoors to create, discover, and learn with the Dreaming Tree Field Trips.
Community art and dance workshops for people of all ages.
By donating to Trails & Vistas you're supporting the arts and helping to bring immersive
experiences in creativity for local students and communities. A special Thank You to our Full Circle Supporters $1,000 or more: Terry and Ken Yagura and Catherine Strand
Trails & Vistas strives to create a more sustainable and healthy world for all people across race, class, gender, geography, and other differences.
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