SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The annual City of South Lake Tahoe 4th of July parade had over 100 entries, covering the full gamut from kids walking and riding to large tow trucks towing each other. Large crowds lined the route, especially from Ski Run Blvd. to Whole Foods. around Safeway, Lakeview Avenue, and near the end of the route as the parade moved onto Lyons Ave.
Young and old enjoyed the parade from their vantage points, displaying the red, white, and blue in their clothing, hats, and flags.
MC’s for the event were South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue’s Sallie Ross and Comedian/DJ Howie Nave. They were in the grandstands at Champion’s Plaza along with judges for the event. The event was also streamed live on the City’s YouTube page (and can still be seen here).
The winners:
What an incredible morning celebrating our community, our country, and the spirit that makes South Lake Tahoe so special. Thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered, and participated in this year’s 4th of July Parade!
First and second places listed below. Congratulations to our 2026 Best of the Parade winners!
Youth Group
Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe
Boy Scouts Troop 594 & Cub Scouts Pack 592
Non-Profit
Lake Tahoe Historical Society
Daughters of the American Revolution – Lake Tahoe Chapter
Commercial
AC Towing & Transport
Ever After Productions, Miss B’s Balloons, & Tahoe Sleigh Rides
Classic Auto
Lake Valley Fire -1947 Mack Fire Engine
South Lake Classics -1989 Mercury Grand Marquis
Anything Goes
Celebrating Cultural Diversity
South Tahoe Refuse & Recycling with Cash Only Band
City of South Lake Tahoe Parks & Recreation stated on social media: “Congratulations to all of our winners, and thank you to every parade entry for bringing creativity, community spirit, and hometown pride to this year’s celebration.”
