Opening Week & Grand Opening Celebration
Everything Happening July 2–12
Tessie’s Cocktails & Chords officially opens on Thursday, July 2, 2026, inside Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe. Opening Week begins with Fourth of July weekend, followed by Grand Opening Celebration Week from July 8–12 during American Century Championship Week.
If you are looking for things to do in Lake Tahoe, live music in Lake Tahoe, or a new cocktail lounge in South Lake Tahoe, Tessie’s is where the music starts.
When Does Tessie’s Open?
Tessie’s opens to the public on Thursday, July 2, 2026, inside Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe at 18 US-50 in Stateline, Nevada.
Tessie’s is open Monday–Friday from 4 PM to late and Saturday–Sunday from 11 AM to late, with live music every night.
Opening Week | July 2–5
Opening Week is the first chance to experience Tessie’s, Lake Tahoe’s newest live music venue and cocktail lounge. The celebration begins July 2 and continues through Fourth of July weekend with live music, craft cocktails, and late-night energy.
Thursday, July 2 — Opening Night
Opening Night Lineup
Bread & Butter— 9:30 PM
Kat Hart — 7:30 PM
Fourth of July Weekend Begins
Friday Lineup
Ziggy — 7:30 PM
Sonic Zoo — 9:30 PM to late
Fourth of July at Tessie’s
Celebrate Fourth of July in Lake Tahoe with live music, handcrafted cocktails, and rock-and-roll energy at Tessie’s.
Saturday Lineup
Ziggy — 7:30 PM
Sonic Zoo — 9:30 PM to late
Opening Weekend Send-Off
Sunday closes out Tessie’s first weekend with live music and a final night of Fourth of July weekend celebration.
Sunday Lineup
Miranda Ray Love — 7:30 PM
Tahoe Tommy Band — 9:30 PM
Grand Opening Celebration Week July 8–12
Grand Opening Celebration Week runs July 8–12 during American Century Championship Week. Tessie’s will feature live music every night, special programming, Sailing Club, and the official Grand Opening Party on Saturday, July 11.
Alfonso Ribeiro & Bread & Butter
Wednesday night kicks off Grand Opening Celebration Week with live music and special American Century Championship energy.
Wednesday Lineup
Jeff Connor — 8 PM
Alfonso Ribeiro with Bread & Butter — 10 PM
Sailing Club Launch
Thursday, July 9 marks the official launch of Sailing Club, Tessie’s Yacht Rock night. This event brings smooth classics, live music, cocktails, and lake-life energy to South Lake Tahoe.
Thursday Lineup
Sailing Club — 9 PM
ACC Weekend Energy
Friday brings major American Century Championship Weekend energy to Tessie’s with a private Steph Curry event followed by live music from The 442s.
Friday Lineup
Private Steph Event until 10 PM
The 442s — following the event
Grand Opening Party
The official Grand Opening Party takes place on Saturday, July 11. This is the biggest night of Grand Opening Celebration Week and one of the best nights to experience Tessie’s during American Century Championship Weekend.
The UFC fight will be shown beginning at 6 PM. The party begins at 8 PM with Kris Munn, followed by The 442s at 10 PM.
Grand Opening Party Lineup
UFC Fight — 6 PM
Kris Munn — 8 PM
The 442s — 10 PM
Sunday, July 12 — Closing Night of Grand Opening Celebration Week
Sunday closes out Grand Opening Celebration Week with live music, cocktails, and one more night of Tahoe nightlife at Tessie’s.
Sunday Lineup
Kat Hart — 8 PM
The Hard 8s — 10 PM
What Is Happening During ACC Week in Lake Tahoe?
American Century Championship Week is one of the biggest weeks of the summer in Lake Tahoe, bringing celebrities, athletes, golf fans, and visitors to the South Shore. During ACC Week, Tessie’s becomes a new place to go after the day’s events for live music, cocktails, and nightlife.
If you are searching for things to do in Lake Tahoe during ACC Week, Tessie’s offers live music every night from July 8–12 during Grand Opening Celebration Week.
Why Visit Tessie’s During Opening Week?
You should visit Tessie’s during Opening Week and Grand Opening Celebration Week because it is the first chance to experience Lake Tahoe’s newest live music destination and cocktail lounge.
What Makes Tessie’s Worth Visiting?
Tessie’s brings together live music every night, craft cocktails, a rock-and-roll atmosphere, American Century Championship celebrations, Fourth of July weekend energy, and a prime location inside Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe.
What to Expect
Live music nightly
Craft cocktails
Grand Opening Celebration Week
Sailing Club Yacht Rock
ACC Week programming
Fourth of July weekend events
Late-night nightlife in South Lake Tahoe
Plan Your Visit
Tessie’s Cocktails & Chords is located inside Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe at 18 US-50, Stateline, Nevada.
Hours
Monday–Friday: 4 PM to late
Saturday–Sunday: 11 AM to late
Location
Tessie’s Cocktails & Chords
Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe
18 US-50
Stateline, NV 89449
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Tessie’s Cocktails & Chords open?
Tessie’s Cocktails & Chords opens to the public on Thursday, July 2, 2026, inside Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe.
What is happening during Grand Opening Celebration Week at Tessie’s?
Grand Opening Celebration Week runs July 8–12 and features live music every night, Sailing Club, American Century Championship energy, and the official Grand Opening Party on July 11.
When is the Tessie’s Grand Opening Party?
The official Tessie’s Grand Opening Party takes place on Saturday, July 11, with the UFC fight at 6 PM, Kris Munn at 8 PM, and The 442s at 10 PM.
Where can I find live music in Lake Tahoe during Fourth of July weekend?
Tessie’s offers live music during Fourth of July weekend beginning July 2, with performances on July 2, July 3, July 4, and July 5 inside Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe.
Where is Tessie’s Cocktails & Chords located?
Tessie’s Cocktails & Chords is located inside Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe at 18 US-50, Stateline, Nevada.