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Nevada State Fair
2024-06-13 14:00 - 22:00, 2024-06-14 11:00 - 22:00, 2024-06-15 11:00 - 22:00, 2024-06-16 11:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Mills Park, 111 E William St, Carson City, NV, 89701
Nevada State Fair returns to Carson City, Nevada’s great capital. Four fun filled days of entertainment, carnival rides, culture, music and so much more. The Nevada State Fair is proud to celebrate our great State of Nevada. Come on out and enjoy our beautiful June weather with a full day of activities at Mills Park.
Park at Carson High School or Mills Park Parking Lot and use crosswalks when crossing streets to access the park.

Historic Reno Preservation Society Walking Tour: Mansions on The Bluff/Court Street
2024-06-15 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-06-16 09:00 - 11:00 | CA
Many of Reno’s prominent families built generous homes on this once treeless bluff overlooking the Truckee River with panoramic views of Peavine Mountain and the Sierra. Take in the beauty and charm of this neighborhood. Meet on the sidewalk at the McCarran Mansion, 401 Court Street. Guide: Pat Cantwell.
The Historic Walking Tours are HRPS’ longest running educational service. Come celebrate our 27th anniversary with this mix of oldies but goodies, revised and resurrected tours. Reservations required. Space is limited. If the tour is full, you will be waitlisted and emailed if space opens. Please cancel if you make a reservation and cannot attend.

Animal Ark Summer Festival
2024-06-15 10:00 - 15:00 | Animal Ark, 1265 Deerlodge Road, Reno
Dive into a vibrant world of flowers and farmers market vibes. Enjoy games, browse vendor booths, and get creative with face painting.

Historic Reno Preservation Society Walking Tour: El Reno Apartments
2024-06-18 18:00 - 20:00 | CA
Visit the original site of these unique homes and view seven at their new locations. See other Sierra Vista Addition architecture such as the August Hill brick houses and the impressive stone home of eccentric millionaire LaVere Redfield. Meet in the Northwest corner of the Statewide Lighting parking lot, 1311 S. Virginia Street. Guide: Deb Hinman.
The Historic Walking Tours are HRPS’ longest running educational service. Come celebrate our 27th anniversary with this mix of oldies but goodies, revised and resurrected tours. Reservations required. Space is limited. If the tour is full, you will be waitlisted and emailed if space opens. Please cancel if you make a reservation and cannot attend.

14th Annual Franktown Meadows Hunter Derby
2024-06-21 - 2024-06-23 | Franktown Meadows Equestrian Facility, 4200 State Rd 429, Carson City, NV, 89704
The Franktown Meadows Hunter Derby is truly a remarkable experience for athletes and spectators alike. This one-of-a-kind equestrian competition raises charitable funds for deserving nonprofit organizations serving the northern Nevada community.
Spectators are invited to enjoy three days of competition, promenade of shops, and an array of food trucks.

Historic Reno Preservation Society Walking Tour: Parson/Mills Architecture
2024-06-22 09:00 - 11:00 | CA
View some of the designs of Reno architects Edward Parsons and Russell Mills who were known to collaborate on designs in this unique neighborhood. Hear about the families who first lived in these homes. Meet at the corner of Marsh and LaRue Avenues. Guide: Madeline Van der Voort.
The Historic Walking Tours are HRPS’ longest running educational service. Come celebrate our 27th anniversary with this mix of oldies but goodies, revised and resurrected tours. Reservations required. Space is limited. If the tour is full, you will be waitlisted and emailed if space opens. Please cancel if you make a reservation and cannot attend.

Historic Reno Preservation Society Walking Tour: Circle Drive/Southridge
2024-06-25 18:00 - 20:00 | CA
Learn about Southridge Estates, one of Reno’s most outstanding residential areas in the early 1950s. This neighborhood features large yards, big trees and the beautiful ranch style homes of many prominent Renoites. Meet outside 1615 Circle Drive. Guide: Caroline Asikainen.
The Historic Walking Tours are HRPS’ longest running educational service. Come celebrate our 27th anniversary with this mix of oldies but goodies, revised and resurrected tours. Reservations required. Space is limited. If the tour is full, you will be waitlisted and emailed if space opens. Please cancel if you make a reservation and cannot attend.

Historic Reno Preservation Society Walking Tour: Movie Footprints
2024-06-29 09:00 - 11:00 | CA
Walk in the footsteps of Marilyn Monroe, Clint Eastwood, Helen Mirren and more. Explore downtown’s film history inspired by divorce, gambling and the city’s distinct look in such movies as The Misfits, Sister Act and Love Ranch. Meet by the Northeast lobby
entrance of the National Automobile Museum, 10 South Lake Street. Guide: Robin Holabird.
The Historic Walking Tours are HRPS’ longest running educational service. Come celebrate our 27th anniversary with this mix of oldies but goodies, revised and resurrected tours. Reservations required. Space is limited. If the tour is full, you will be waitlisted and emailed if space opens. Please cancel if you make a reservation and cannot attend.

Ales & Tails
2024-07-06 16:30 - 19:30 | Animal Ark, 1265 Deerlodge Road, Reno
Enjoy a cool summer evening amongst big cats, foxes, and bears with Animal Ark’s 21+ evening featuring local beer and wine vendors.

Equestrian Saturday Night BBQ
2024-07-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Alder Creek Adventure Center, 15275 Alder Creek Rd, Truckee, CA, 96161
Join fellow equestrians for a fun-filled and family-friendly evening of games, crafts, contests and a delicious barbecue dinner.
Highlights include:

Pony rides for ages 2-6 (must weigh less than 60 pounds)
Cornhole and roping station
Family dress-up and photo station
Hunt for the golden horseshoe
Family water balloon toss

Menu features hot dogs, veggie burgers and hamburgers personalized with favorites from an extensive topping bar that includes bacon, sauteed mushrooms, avocado, veggies, cheddar, Swiss and blue cheese. Additional sides and desserts include baked beans, salads, brownies and vanilla ice cream.

Ark At Dark
2024-08-03 20:00 - 22:30, 2024-08-24 20:00 - 22:30 | Animal Ark, 1265 Deerlodge Road, Reno
Wolves and coyotes howling and big cats growling in the night: its Ark at Dark! Enjoy a guided flashlight tour and see Animal Ark’s nocturnal predators in their element.

Andelin Family Farm Summer Festival
2024-08-08 16:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-09 16:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-11 10:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-15 10:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-15 16:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-16 16:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-18 10:00 - 20:00 | Andelin Family Farm, 8100 Pyramid Way, Spanish Springs, NV, 89436
The summer festival is a fun and memorable experience for all farm guests! Admission includes access to the U-pick fields, hay ride, mini zips, meeting the farm animals, kitten barn experience, barnyard activities and more!

Lake Tahoe Concours D'Elegance
2024-08-09 - 2024-08-10 | Lake Tahoe
The Lake Tahoe Concours d’Elegance celebrates its 50th anniversary August 9-10, 2024 on Lake Tahoe’s scenic West Shore with a must-see Marque Class of 50 Years of Past Overall Best in Show Winners! Concours is renowned as a showcase of some of the most well-preserved and restored wooden boats in the world and is unrivaled in its exhibition and preservation of maritime tradition. Presented by the Tahoe Yacht Club Foundation and its perpetual partner, Tahoe Luxury Properties, the Concours experience features luxury shopping, live jazz music, cuisine prepared by local chefs, the fully stocked Watering Hole bar, and our famed Silent Auction. A portion of the proceeds from your ticket goes directly to the Lake Tahoe Community. This isn’t just a show. It’s a lifestyle.

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!

Water Lantern Festival
2024-08-24 17:00 - 21:00 | Sparks Marina, 300 Howard Dr, Sparks
Water Lantern Festival is filled with fun, happiness, hope, and great memories that you’ll cherish for a lifetime. This is a family friendly event that can be shared by everyone. Friends, families, neighbors, and lots of people that you haven’t met can come together to create a peaceful, memorable experience.

53rd Annual Journal Jog 8k
2024-08-25 | CA

Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook Off
2024-08-28 - 2024-09-02 | Victorian Square, Sparks, NV, 89431

The Great Reno Balloon Race
2024-09-06 - 2024-09-08 | CA

7th Reno 10 Miler & Relay
2024-09-15 07:30 - 12:00 | CA
