Northern Nevada International Dragon Boat Festival
2024-08-17 | Sparks Marina, 300 Howard Dr, Sparks
With eighty acres of water accommodating swimming, boating, fishing, and scuba diving, Sparks Marina provides the perfect conditions for stellar dragon boat racing. Add in breath-taking views of the nearby mountains, and you’ve got one of the most picturesque venues on the MLDB calendar.
Like all other MLDB festivals, this event is a travel destination offering crews plenty to see and do before and after the races. Adventurous paddlers will want to extend their stay to enjoy Whitewater Park at Rock Park for kayaking, tubing, and rafting; while those with a fever for shopping will want to check out Scheels, the largest total sports store in the world, or nearby outlet malls. Seeking nighttime entertainment? Reno is only minutes from downtown Sparks. Whatever your flavor, Sparks has you covered to make your stay a truly memorable one.
Paddlers, weekend warriors, and families are invited to join us in the festivities and excitement throughout the day at Sparks Marina! Visit the many vendors and exhibitors in the Health and Wellness Village, Food Truck Bazaar, and more.
Gather your friends, family, and colleagues and register your team today to enjoy a full day of racing! Whether you’re a beginner paddler or dragon boat pro, you’re sure to have a wonderful time racing in the City of Sparks!

Susanville Certified Farmers' Market
2024-08-17 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | NV

Carson Farmers Market
2024-08-17 08:30 - 13:00 | NV

Monthly Poultry Swap
2024-08-17 09:00 - 13:00 | CAL Ranch Home & Ranch Store, 3400 Kietzke Ln, Reno, NV, 89502
Northern Nevada Poultry Fanciers Association host a local poultry swap and sale the 3rd Saturday of each month March through September at the Reno CAL Ranch Store. More than just chickens are for sale at this swap. Members bring hatching eggs, chicks, fresh farm eating eggs, sometimes the local 4-H youth bring fruit or fresh picked flowers as fundraising. You might also see a few bunnies, goats and pigs! The Association also takes in unwanted roosters for rehoming at these events for those who cannot keep roosters in their neighborhood.

Cooking Class: Culinary Basics Workshop
2024-08-17 09:30 - 23:30 | Nothing To It!, 225 Crummer Lane, Reno, NV, 89502, United States

Elderberry Jelly Class
2024-08-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Stewart Indian School Cultural Center & Museum

Brews, Jazz & Funk
2024-08-17 15:00 - 22:00 | The Village at Palisades Tahoe, Olympic Valley, CA
Experience a flavorful variety of beers from local & regional breweries, along with an amazing live music lineup including Galactic ft. Jelly Joseph, Object Heavy, & Mescalito. This year, enjoy multiple stages, more music, more beer, and more fun! Get your advanced tickets for the main music stage in the Events Plaza to secure your spot!
All proceeds from the event benefit the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe.

Toast of the Canyon Train Ride
2024-08-17 17:00 - 19:00 | NV
The V&T Railway Commission is excited to announce the return of the much-loved wine train experience Toast of the Canyon Train Ride with two special trips scheduled for this year. After a five-year hiatus, wine enthusiasts and adventure seekers can once again embark on a scenic journey through the stunning Carson River Canyon. The first Toast of the Canyon Train Ride will run on Saturday, August 17, followed by the second on Saturday, September 21.
Passengers will embark on a 45-minute round trip from Carson City’s Eastgate Depot, featuring specially prepared appetizers and a selection of refreshing white wines, all while taking in breathtaking views of the river canyon.
Event Highlights Include:

Scenic Ride: Travel two-and-a-half miles of newly laid track, showcasing historic locations, including Comstock stamp and reduction mills, as well as timber processing mills.
Noteworthy Mills: View historic sites such as the Santiago, Vivian, Merrimac, Brunswick, and Morgan Mills along the route, in addition to the iconic Eureka Mill.
Unique Encounters: Capture memorable moments as the “Iron Horse” steams past, reconnecting to the train and “High Balling” it back up the canyon, with the steam train whistle echoing off the canyon walls.

13th Annual Wine+Ribs Fundraiser
2024-08-17 17:00 - 21:00 | NV

Cucina Lupo Wine Dinner
2024-08-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Cucina Lupo, 308 N Curry St., Carson City, NV, 89703
Join Cucina Lupo for their second Wine Dinner of 2024 on Saturday, August 17th, with a 4-course paired Italian Menu. You won’t find a dining experience quite like a Cucina Lupo Wine Dinner anywhere in Carson City. We hope to see familiar faces and new ones alike. Don’t miss out and secure your tickets today!

Wine Makers Dinner with Saintsbury Winery
2024-08-17 18:00 - 21:00 | The Flavor Studio, 5303 Louie Lane, Suite 1, Reno, NV
Join The Flavor Studio for a four course dinner paired with four wines from Saintsbury Winery.
Wines are: Sangiacomo Carneros Chardonnay 2022, Alder Springs Mencia 2021, Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2022, and Pratt Vineyard Pinot Noir 2021.

Brewery Arts Center Summer Concert Series
2024-08-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Brewery Arts Center, 449 W King St., Carson City, NV, 89703
The Brewery Arts Center is again hosting 10 free summer concerts on Saturdays this year. The family-friendly events are scheduled every Saturday night from June 22 to Aug. 24.
The concerts start at 7 p.m. with an opening act and the headliner takes the stage at 8 p.m. The shows take place outside at 449 W. King St., at the corner of King and Minnesota streets. Attendees are invited to bring well-behaved pets on leashes, coolers and lawn chairs. There will be family activities, food trucks and bars. Handicap parking is available.
SCHEDULE
June 22: Adrian + Meredith (Americana)
June 29: Urban Renewal Project (jazz/hip hop/vintage soul
July 6: Dennis Jones (blues)
July 13: Van Goat (swing punk)
July 20: Qiensave (cumbia Urbana)
July 27: False Rhythms (reggae)
Aug. 3: Big Brother & The Holding Co. (classic rock)
Aug. 10: Wicked Tinkers (Celtic)
Aug. 17: Lance & Lea (country)
Aug. 24: Igor & The Red Elvises (Eastern European surf rock)
