Featured Events
Dec 6 Sat | Holiday Maker's Market | 12-4 PM
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This Saturday, join us for our 4th annual Holiday Maker's Market at Tahoe Backyard and enjoy shopping amongst over 15 of our finest local artisans, delicious authentic Mexican food at Lumbre food truck, cold beer at Bear Belly Brewing Co., and free hot chocolate at Chickadee Art Collective, plus mulled wine and bubbly, face painting, carolers, and all the holiday cheer!
Local quartet, Abby and Friends will be caroling and jamming with us all!
We'll see you in Kings Beach on December 6th.
Dec 12 Fri | KBD Merry & Bright Holiday Stroll | 4-7 pm
Join Downtown Kings Beach for a magical evening in filled with twinkling lights, joyful carolers, Santa spreading cheer, and festive local shopping, dining, and holiday fun!
Chickadee Art Collective at Tahoe Backyard will have warm decadent hot chocolate and homemade Holiday cookies to share!!
Stroll the streets and experience the wonder of the season. Local businesses will stay open late with holiday treats, warm drinks, seasonal specials, and delightful surprises. Explore beautifully decorated storefronts and cast your vote for the most festive business in Kings Beach to help crown this season’s champion.
Bring your friends and family, kick off your holiday shopping, celebrate the season, and support our incredible local businesses. Enjoy a night full of memories, laughter, and holiday cheer as Kings Beach sparkles brighter than ever.
A night to remember—joy, magic, and festive fun await!
Dec 17 Wed | Community Art & Craft Night | 5-8 PM
Join Chickadee Art Collective in the shop on the evening of Dec 17th, Wednesday from 5-8pm (come for 20 min or stay for as long as you'd like), and let's get crafty together! Gather up your current project and come spend some time creating together. I don't know about you, but I could really use some kindred creator spirits right now.
We'll have tables & chairs, lights, tabletop easels, and comfy vibes all ready for you. Feel free to bring snacks or bevvies for yourself if you'd like, and don't hesitate to bring whatever you're working on. Art, drawing, stitching, knitting, beading - anything is welcome (size limited to the shop space, of course).
All Winter Long | ThursDAY- SundaY | 11 AM-7 pm | Best Meal in Town
Lumbre will be staying on site this Winter! Serving up authentic unique Mexican flares, such as huaraches (seen in this photo!), quesabirria, and zucchini flower quesadillas, LUMBRE is here to take care of all your lunch and dinner cravings.
*Lumbre will be taking a much needed family winter break December 8 to January 7. Re-opening January 8th with exciting new offerings! Stay tuned!*
NOW accepting orders Online and by Phone (530-580-0617)!
About us
Tahoe Backyard is an outdoor community gathering space in Kings Beach, where folks can connect and engage under the trees.
Featuring a spacious outdoor event venue, Bear Belly Brewing Co., Chickadee Art Collective, and seasonal local food trucks.
Bear Belly Brewing Company
The micro but mighty brewery of Kings Beach and North Lake Tahoe.
* Labor Day (9/1 Monday): 1:00-6:00pm
Open Wednesday - Saturday 3:00-9:00pm // Sundays 12:00-5:00pm
Chickadee Art Collective
Hand made local art, apparel, and gifts from artists around the Lake Tahoe basin.
* December Special Hours for all your holiday shopping needs:
- Mondays 11:00am-6:00pm
- Wednesdays-Saturdays 11:00am-6:00pm
- Sunday 11:00-5:00pm
Closed Tuesdays
LUMBRE Mexican Cuisine
Unique authetic Mexican home cooking at deliciously affortable prices. Featuring Huaraches, Quesabirria, Burritos and Tacos with a special taste inspired by the cuisine from Oaxaca, Hidalgo, and Mexico City.
*Lumbre will be closed December 8 to January 7. Re-opening January 8th with exciting new offerings! Stay tuned!*
Open: Thursday 11:00am-7:00pm // Friday - Saturday 11:00am - 8:00pm // Sunday 11:00am - 5:30pm
Closed: Monday - Wednesday
(Please check Lumbre's Facebook for day-to-day opening hours and daily specials.).
To Go Orders: 530-580-0617
Catering Inquiry: 530-307-9146
Dulce Gula
A sweet tooth paradise serving luscious treats for all ages, from the best milk shakes to classic Mexican treats like tostiloscos, esquites corn in a cup and much much more.
* Closed for the season. Stay tune for Spring Re-Opening date!
Open: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 11:00am-7:00pm // Friday - Sunday 11:00am - 8:30pm // Closed Tuesday (Please check Dulce Gula's Facebook for day-to-day opening hours and daily specials.).
Apply To Be a Vendor
We're looking for food trucks, food carts, and Tahoe area artists to join us at the Backyard for events and Makers Markets.