Join us in celebrating our veterans, active military personnel, and hometown heroes at the Local Heroes Parade on Tuesday, July 2 at 10 AM. Organized by the Incline Village Crystal Bay Community and Business Association (IVCBA) and the Rotary Club of Tahoe-Incline, this Local Heroes Parade is a highlight of the summer!

Register Now and Be a Part of the Celebration! A successful parade and community fair depend on community participation. Whether you want to join the main parade, the Kids Bike Parade, or exhibit at the community fair, your involvement is crucial! Don’t miss out—registration closes on Sunday, June 23. 

Registration Links:

• Kid’s Bike Parade Registration
• Parade Registration – Vehicles & Walking Group
• Community Fair Exhibit Registration

The Local Heroes Parade will kick off with Incline High School ROTC and Annabelle Kelly performing the National Anthem. The Kids Bike Parade will start the procession, followed by floats, classic cars, and walking groups along the route from Southwood Blvd to Incline Way ending at the Village Green. 

Stay after the parade for a fun-filled Community Fair with activities for everyone:

– Youth Olympics: Hosted by Incline High School Cross Country and Track Teams.

– Information Booths: Nonprofits, businesses, and service clubs offering freebies and information.

– Sheriff’s Office Meet and Greet: With Cpt. Amelia Galicia and Lt. Joseph Colacurcio.

– Backyard BBQ: Fundraiser hosted by Incline High School Golf Team. Enjoy hot dogs, brats, soda, and water for a donation.

– Ice Cream Eating Contest: Susie Scoops annual contest at 1 PM.

After the fair, head over to the Incline Tahoe Fund’s SUMMERFEST on the UNR at Lake Tahoe campus. SUMMERFEST, the new iteration of Beers and Brats, promises even more fun for the whole family. Learn more.

If you have any questions about the events or registration, please email Julie at Julie@ivcba.org.

View the entire Local Heroes July 2 – 4 celebration schedule here.

Craig and Julie Rauchle, of Incline Village, Nevada, were selected for the honor of sitting as the 2024 Local Heroes Parade Grand Marshalls because of their outstanding work in the field of Veterans mental health.  The Local Heroes Parade will be held on Tuesday, July 2 as part of the multi-day 2024 Local Heroes 4th of July Celebration in Incline Village.

Craig was previously retired when he founded PTSD NOW! as a Nevada non-profit. Craig attended college and graduated with a BA from the University of Denver in 1977. Craig began his career in Denver in the Telecommunications business. Craig spent the last 30 years of his business career in the high tech industry with his last position as president of a public company.  Under Craig’s leadership the business was sold to a Venture Capital Group, based out of San Francisco CA. Craig retired in 2008 and today, Craig devotes all his efforts to establish to provide therapy and resiliency training our Service Men and Women who suffer from stress and depression associated with PTSD.

Julie received her BA degree from Cal State Fullerton. Following a long career as an executive in the cosmetic industry, Julie became the national Sales Manager for a Military Uniform manufacturer out of Philadelphia, which became the largest supplier of uniforms to the Armed Forces. For the past 10 years Julie and husband Craig Rauchle have been full steam ahead on philanthropy and since 2019 devoting most of their time to PTSD NOW! 

Craig and Julie not only support PTSD NOW! but also support numerous non-profit organizations across the Reno-Tahoe region as well as they encourage others to give back to the community. A partial list of the organizations they continue to support include Tahoe Conservation Fund, Tahoe Family Solutions, Classical Tahoe, Lake Tahoe Shakespeare festival, Parasol, Thunderbird Preservation Society, Reno Philharmonic Orchestra, Reno Jazz Orchestra, Nevada Museum of Art, Care Chest of Sierra Nevada, and Katie Weingartner Foundation.

Click here to learn more about PTSD Now.

SUMMERFEST is a new family favorite event during Incline Village’s Local Heroes Celebration (July 2- 4, 2024). Following the Local Heroes Parade and Community Fair the community is invited to continue the celebrations and make more memories at ITF SUMMERFEST! 

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, July 2nd from 4 PM to 7 PM, and get ready to indulge in a feast of flavors, delightful drinks, and fantastic fun on the campus of the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe. 

​ Prepare your taste buds for a mouthwatering menu featuring Sierra Meats brats, accompanied by all the classic sides, prepared by Tunnel Creek Café. Explore craft beers with a tasting from 12 different breweries offering 24 unique beers, curated by Incline Spirits & Cigars. Not a beer fan? No problem! Enjoy a selection of fine wines and refreshing soft beverages. You can also cool off with some juicy, fresh watermelon provided by UNR at Lake Tahoe. 

Activities for the whole family include Live Music and dancing by local favorites, Jacked Up, and a variety of lawn games. It’s the perfect way to relax and enjoy the beautiful campus grounds.

This event promises a perfect blend of food, drinks, music, and fun activities for all ages. 

SUMMERFEST is the annual fundraiser for the Incline Tahoe Foundation and supports their mission to fund projects and grants in Incline Village throughout the year.

Don’t miss out on this summer celebration – see you there!

Tickets are on sale now. Click here to get them and more information.

Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated 2024 Local Heroes 4th of July Celebration, taking place from Tuesday, July 2 to Thursday, July 4. This three-day extravaganza promises fun-filled events and activities suitable for the whole family, including some exciting new additions!

For the full schedule and event details, look no further – everything you need to know is right here.

Registration is now open for the 2024 Local Heroes Parade and Community Fair, being held on Tuesday, July 2. This is your chance to be part of this spectacular day of celebration. Hosted by the Incline Village Crystal Bay Community and Business Association (IVCBA) in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Tahoe-Incline, the Local Heroes Parade is a heartfelt tribute to our esteemed veterans, active military personnel, and beloved community heroes. The festivities commence with the Kids Bike Parade, leading a vibrant procession featuring floats, classic cars, and walking groups, weaving its way from Southwood Blvd to Incline Way, before culminating at the Village Green/Community Fair.

Following the parade, the excitement continues at the Community Fair, presented by the Incline Village Crystal Bay Veterans Club. Attendees can immerse themselves in games, explore information booths, and score freebies from various nonprofits, businesses, and service clubs. Plus, the cool opportunity to get to know those who serve our community through the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Incline Village Substation during the annual Meet and Greet with Captain Amelia Galicia and Lieutenant Joseph Colacurcio.

As the festivities unfold, hunger pangs can be satisfied with delicious brats, sodas, and water from the Highlander Pride Backyard BBQ, a fundraiser supporting IHS athletics. Susie Scoops will also host their annual ice cream eating contest!

Let’s unite to pay homage to our local heroes and bask in community pride!

Ready to dive into the excitement? Click below to register for your desired event:

– Local Heroes Parade (vehicles, floats, and walking groups)

– Local Heroes Kids Bike Parade

– Local Heroes Community Fair

It’s time to begin planning for the 4th of July! As the presenters of the Local Heroes 4th of July Commuity Celebration, IVCBA has all the information you need in one place. Visit IVCBA.org to see the entire Local Heroes Celebration calendar and find links for more information and registration.

Join an unforgettable celebration of community spirit and gratitude in the heart of North Lake Tahoe this 4th of July! Incline Village’s 4th of July Celebration honors the local heroes who make our lives safer and brighter every day. 

Experience the excitement of the Local Heroes Parade, featuring dazzling floats, an epic kid’s bike parade, classic cars, adorable Tahoe dogs, and an impressive array of fire and rescue vehicles. Our Local Heroes theme pays tribute to the dedicated individuals who serve in various capacities, from veterans and firefighters to healthcare workers, educators, service workers, parents, and everyone else that helps make us a community. 

But the celebration doesn’t stop there! The multi-day Local Heroes Celebration offers something for everyone in the community. Indulge in the beloved annual pancake breakfasts hosted by the North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District and the IVCB Veterans Club, join the fun at the Kids’ Bike Parade and Community Fair, meet the heroes of the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office at their Meet & Greet, and savor delicious barbecue delights at The Backyard BBQ on the Village Green. We’ll also celebrate our local veterans at a recognition luncheon and honor our US Flag with a formal retirement ceremony. 

Plus, get active with two exciting new events hosted by Highlander Pride: the thrilling 3v3 Basketball Tournament and the invigorating Firecracker 5K and Fun Run. And of course, don’t forget the annual enchanting TOCCATA concert! Close out the Local Heroes Celebration with the return of a spectacular fireworks display over Lake Tahoe, presented by Red, White & Tahoe Blue II.

Come together with friends, family, and neighbors to honor our local heroes and make lasting memories this 4th of July in North Lake Tahoe!

Visit IVCBA.org to see the entire Local Heroes Celebration calendar and find links for more information and registration.

REGISTRATION QUICK LINKS

Kid’s Bike Parade Registration

Parade Registration – Vehicles & Walking Group

Community Fair Exhibit Registration

For questions about the Local Heroes 4th of July Celebration – email Julie.

This Fourth of July, IVCB SkyShow attendees have the option to simulcast the synchronized music for the laser and drone show, by DJ Mark Sexton. There will be full sound at the show, so the app is not required – it can just add a little more ambiance at your seat!

Download the SkyStreamEvents App at this QR Code and open the phone app as the show starts to hear the score at your seat.

Immediately following the Local Heroes Parade on Sunday, July 2, all are invited to the Community Fair on the Village Green. At the same time, be sure to stop by Aspen Grove for the brand new Highlander Pride BackYard BBQ, a fundraiser for Incline High School athletes and athletic programs. 

At the fair, you’ll find carnival games, information booths, and freebies from various nonprofits, businesses, and service clubs, as listed below, and the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office vehicles will be on display for their annual Meet and Greet. 

Susie Scoops returns this year to host their annual ICE CREAM EATING CONTEST at 1 PM!

• Pet Network Humane Society
• IVCB Republican Women’s Club
• North Tahoe Democrats
• Incline Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine
• Toys for Tots
• Happy Tiers Cafe & Bakery
• Incline Village Crystal Bay Community & Business Association | IVCBA
• Bridget Giroux Design
• Incline Education Fund
• Village Pet Foundation
• PTSD NOW!
• Daisy Day Care
• Tahoe Family Solutions
• JAMBULANCE
• Tahoe Business Exchange
• Northern Nevada Chapter American Red Cross
• Rotary Club of Incline Village
• University of Nevada, Reno
• IVCB Veterans Club
• Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
• Tahoe Food Hub
• United States Air Force
• Suzie Scoops

More information about the IVCBA Local Heroes 4^th of July Celebration including the Community Fair and BackYard BBQ can be found here.