Reno, NV Events Schedule

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2013 Events

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March
Creatures Wilbur D. May Museum 1595 N. Sierra Street Reno, NV 89503 Mar 2 - Jun 2, 2013 Details: (775) 785-5961	The Wilbur D. May Museum’s new exhibit Creatures is an all-ages exploration of things that were… things that are… and things that could be! Visitors will come face-to-face with amazing full-size animatronics of wooly mammoths, saber-toothed tigers, dinosaurs, and sea monsters. Audiences will also explore the fact and fiction surrounding creatures like Bigfoot, Tahoe Tessie, dragons, and more. The Creatures exhibit features educational and interactive elements for kids, including a fossil dig, a glacier simulation display, and several touch stations. $9.00 adults, $8.00 children and seniors. Group rate and tours available.
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Reno-Tahoe Odyssey Downtown Reno, NV May 31 - Jun 1, 2013 Details: 775-336-8528	It is a long wandering. A relay run ideally suited for teams of 12 runners on a 178 mile course. Starting in Downtown Reno along the Truckee River. Traveling through the Sierra Nevada mountains and along the shores of Lake Tahoe. Circling back through the Northern Nevada high desert to where you began in Reno. The race begins Friday. It is a staggered start, with waves of teams starting every 15 to 30 minutes. The slower seeded teams will begin around 9 a.m. and the faster seeded teams will begin in the afternoon. Exact start times will be announced in the month before the event. Plan to get to Reno by Thursday night.
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Sparks Hometown Farmers Market Victorian Square Sparks, NV Jun 1 - Aug 26, 2013 Details: 775-353-2291	Thursdays only - 4:00 - 9:00 pm. Get it fresh at this weekly summertime celebration of food and family fun. The market features more than 100 vendors offering fresh-picked produce, breads, pastries and gourmet foods plus cooking demonstrations, live entertainment and unique items for home and garden. The Farmers Market is held Thursday evenings, from 4 to 9 p.m., at Victorian Square in Sparks.
Monster Legends of Lake Tahoe Wilbur D. May Museum 1595 N. Sierra Street Reno, NV 89503 Jun 1, 2013 Details: 775-785-5961	Forget the Loch Ness monster, we have our own underwater mystery right on the Sierra! Tales of a creature in Lake Tahoe have been around for centuries, and sightings have continued into modern day. Find out what really lurks in the blue alpine waters in the final Conversing with Creatures lecture.In the 1980s, Lake Tahoe resident Bob McCormick coined the name Tahoe Tessie. He is also the author of two children's books that feature the adventures of Tahoe Tessie, and continues to research Lake Tahoe and its mysteries. He will visit the May Museum to give a detailed presentation on his findings. After a Q&A he will be available for a book sale and signing.$5.00 at the door.
Go Green and Grow a Garden Wilbur D. May Arboretum, Rancho San Rafael Regional Park 1595 N. Sierra Street Reno, NV Jun 1, 2013 Details: 775-785-4153	Spring is taking root at the Wilbur D. May Arboretum and Botanical Garden and the annual Plant Sale is in full bloom! The popular public sale features a huge variety of native and ornamental plants, vegetables, and trees -- all adapted for the Truckee Meadows region. May Arboretum Society members will also be on hand to offer help you choose the right plant for your space and offer advice. Cash or checks only please. Proceeds from the sale go to the May Arboretum and Botanical Garden for special projects. This year, the proceeds will help upgrade the Song Bird Garden.
Nevada’s first public Indoor Digital Shooting Range and Scenario based Training Simulator Grand Opening MiScenarios 294 E. Moana Lane, Suite 13, (Independence Square) Reno, NV Jun 1, 2013 Details: 775-826-0826	Nevada’s first public Indoor Digital Shooting Range and Scenario based Training Simulator Grand Opening June 1st 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. We are not as safe as we once were in our own homes, neighborhoods and public places. Our world is changing at an alarming rate. What can you do to protect yourself and your loved ones? How will you react in a potentially life threatening situation? Be aware, prepared and responsible. Improve situational awareness and self-preservation through digital scenario training at MiScenarios. MiScenarios (my- si-nair-ee-ohs) provides Nevada’s first digital interactive scenario training simulator available to the public. Using technology developed for Law Enforcement and Military, practice and improve your skills using real guns, Tasers and OC Spray; without the use of live fire. MiScenarios offers a unique opportunity to practice marksmanship and real life scenarios in a safe, clean and comfortable environment. Experience the feel of real shooting…including recoil. Get real-time feedback on your performance. Sessions are personally tailored for the first time gun user as well as the most avid shooter. It’s safe, accurate and fun! Save time, money and ammunition by using the MiScenarios digital indoor shooting system, conveniently located at: 294 E. Moana Lane, Suite 13, Reno, NV (Independence Square) MiScenarios promotes responsible ownership and use of firearms and less lethal options through education and practice. To improve situational awareness and self-defense skills, choose from our vast library of real life scenarios; putting yourself in the middle of virtual situations. With scenario practice, your awareness and skills to handle real life situations and stress improves dramatically. Practice marksmanship on a wide variety of ranges. Static as well as moving targets challenge beginners to the most advanced shooters. MiScenarios offers leagues and monthly matches. MiScenarios will be hosting a public open house June 1st, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. where individuals can personally experience and learn more about Nevada’s first scenario based firearms training simulator.
Turkish Culture and Food Festival Wingfield Park Reno, NV 89512 Jun 2, 2013 Details: (775)453-6217	6th Annual Reno Turkish Festival is sponsored and organized by the Sierra Foundation on Sunday, June 2nd 2013 at Wingfield Park. The Turkish Festival was a huge success last year! More than 2000 people experienced Turkish Arts & Crafts, Calligraphy, Henna, Ebru (Water marbling), Anatolian corner, Folk dancing, Face painting & Cotton candy for kids, Turkish Adana kebab, Shish kebab, Baklava, Salads, Turkish coffee & tea and a musical performance by Ferhat Atli. The festival immersed visitors in the sights and sounds of Turkey, old and new. At each set, craftsmen demonstrated ancient arts such as water marbling, calligraphy and performances of regional music, and dance. Turkish Folk Dance group also returned with their awe-inspiring performances throughout the day. We expect the same effect this year, too!
Street Vibrations Spring Rally John Ascuaga's Nugget - west lot 1100 Nugget Ave Sparks, NV Jun 7 - 9, 2013 Details: 775-329-7469	All the excitement of Street Vibrations condensed into one weekend. John Ascuaga's Nugget Hotel Casino will host the fifth annual Spring Rally. Concerts, VIP Parties, Ride-In-Show, Poker Run, Bike Games, Bike Competition, Cruises, Parade, Vendors and food & beverages will create a great mini Street Vibrations Rally. Participants will experience the thrill of touring Virginia City, Carson City and Lake Tahoe, in addition to the Reno and Sparks area.
The Great Eldorado BBQ, Brews & Blues Fest Eldorado Hotel Casino Downtown Jun 12 - 13, 2013 Details: 800-648-5966	The unofficial kick off to summer, the 18th Annual Great Eldorado BBQ, Brews and Blues festival is set for Friday, June 21 and Saturday, June 22. The event is equal parts barbeque block party, micro-brew tasting event and music festival with two stages featuring non-stop rock and blues. Past headliners have included Elvin Bishop, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Canned Heat, The Tommy Castro Band, Coco Montoya plus favorites like the Shane Dwight Band, the Jason King Band and the Blues Monsters.
Reno River Festival Wingfield Park Reno, NV Jun 14 - 16, 2013 Details: 800-367-7366	Entering its tenth year, the Reno River Festival will be held at the whitewater park in Wingfield Park. Enjoy outdoor sports and adventure, delicious food, lots of vendors, and live entertainment. Competitors from all over the world vie for prizes. Activities for children, adults and pets will complete the festival.
Reno Rockabilly Riot Grand Sierra Resort Reno, NV Jun 14 - 16, 2013 Details: 775-789-2000	Rock out “Rockabilly Style” at the 3rd Annual Reno Rockabilly Riot! Featuring traditional & home built cars from all over the United States, live music, a Pin-Up Contest, Pin Striping, Car Chop Off, Drag Racing, Burn-out Contests, Fastest Mechanic in the West competition, the infamous Dine N’ Dash Contest, Toilet Seat Racing, Valve Cover Racing and more!
Antara'Atma Workshop Level 1 Home of Jim Stobaugh 1130 Alpine Circle Reno, NV 89509 Jun 14 - 17, 2013 Details: (530) 214-0830	Join Antaraatma’s founder, Lotus Jade, for a 4-day workshop offering the highest levels of spiritual awakening in such a short time, offering boundless energy and direct experience of higher consciousness within, as you cleanse the body/mind and activate your energy fields, discovering a bottomless well of inspiration. Learn powerful, timeless breathing and meditation techniques which are not being offered in any other practice at this time. Achieve personal mastery and balance and begin the process of activating the consciousness and MerKaBa in a true and powerfully direct way. This is a transformational weekend that will unlock energies latent within, heal past trauma, awaken great inspiration and connection to the universe. There is nothing like it!
Reno Rodeo Reno Livestock Events Center Reno, NV Jun 20 - 29, 2013 Details: 800-325-7328	The "Wildest, Richest Rodeo in the West," the Reno Rodeo is a 10-day event. The Reno Rodeo is a PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association) sanctioned sporting event. Reno Rodeo is a non-profit organization made up over 400 volunteers. Over 140,000 fans will be in attendance for the 4th richest PRCA tour rodeo. The event impacts the Reno/Sparks area economy with $42 million going to hotels, casinos, restaurants and retail. The Reno Rodeo has been nationally televised on CBS Sports, Fox Sports Net, Versus, ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPN Classic.
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Artown Various locations in Reno, NV Jul 1 - 31, 2013 Details: 775-322-1538	Named one of the largest and most inclusive arts and culture events in the country, the annual summer arts festival features hundreds of performing and visual arts events in dozens of locations citywide including music, dance, theater, opera, children’s workshops, movies in the park, historical walks, visual arts and more. Contact Artown at 775-322-1538 for details or visit www.renoisartown.com.
4th of July Fireworks Various locations in Reno, NV Jul 4, 2013 Details: 888-HIT-RENO	It wouldn’t be Independence Day without fireworks and Reno-Tahoe takes pyrotechnics to a whole new level. Catch firework shows at Rancho San Rafael Park in Reno, during the Star Spangled Sparks event at John Ascuaga’s Nugget in Sparks, Carson City’s Cavalcade of Spectaculars at Mills Park or at any of four Lake Tahoe locations including: Kings Beach, Tahoe City, Incline Village and South Lake Tahoe. Contact 1-800-FOR-RENO (800-367-7366) or visit www.VisitRenoTahoe.com.
Independence Day Parade Virginia City, NV Jul 4, 2013 Details: 775-847-0311	4th of July Parade, entertainment and Fireworks at dusk for more information contact Virginia City Visitor's Center 775-847-4386 or Virginia City Chamber of Commerce 775-847-0311
Star Spangled Sparks Sparks Marina Sparks, NV Jul 4, 2013 Details: 775-636-9560	Celebrate Independence Day with The Chamber! Star Spangled Sparks is a fun, FREE family celebration held at the Sparks Marina. The fun continues at Legends and Victorian Square. Join us for this special community celebration and enjoy: •FREE tethered Hot Air Balloon rides (6:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m.) •North Valleys Kiwanis Club Pancake Breakfast •Two mile Fun Run/Walk around the Sparks Marina •Model Dairy Milk Carton Boat Regatta •Kids Radio Prize Air Booth •Military Color Guard of the Nevada Air National Guard •Sparks Got Talent Show for all-ages •FREE Bouncy houses and games for children all day long .
Reno-Tahoe Open Montreux Golf & Country Club Lake Tahoe, NV Jul 29 - Aug 4, 2013 Details: 75-322-3900	The Reno-Tahoe Open is truly 'Big Time' as one of just 47 PGA TOUR events worldwide. Bringing top-tier professional sports to the Reno/Tahoe area annually and featuring a variety of special events right on the course, this is the ultimate opportunity to see professional sports up close and personal in a beautiful setting that the entire family will enjoy. And it all takes place right here in Reno/Tahoe. Guests to the Reno-Tahoe Open will experience many special events that appeal to all interest groups. At the Reno-Tahoe Open, it's not just Big Time, it's also Family Time, Girl Time, Fun Time, Play Time, Military Time and so much more!
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Hot August Nights Downtown Reno, NV Aug 6 - 11, 2013 Details: 775-356-1956	This nationally recognized annual celebration of vintage music and autos returns for another famous cruise to the streets in Reno-Tahoe. Featuring thousands of classic cars, top entertainers of the ’50s and ’60s, car auctions, poker runs, drag races and parades, this event promises to be the best of the best for car-lovers everywhere. Contact 775-356-1956 for details or visit www.hotaugustnights.net.
Concours d'Elegance Tahoe Yacht Club Lake Tahoe, NV Aug 9 - 10, 2013 Details: 775-581-4444	Enjoy this week-long celebration of classic wooden boats and be a part of Tahoe’s classic history. The Concours d’Elegance is a two-day competitive and educational event that offers numerous social events, offering participants and spectators an opportunity to show off and enjoy their wooden boats. It is the premier wooden boat show in North America which showcases the most valuable collection of wooden boats in the nation. Call 530-581-4444 or logon to www.laketahoeconcours.com.
Greek Festival 2013 St Anthony Greek Orthodox Church‎ 4795 Lakeside Drive Reno, NV 89509 Aug 23 - 25, 2013 Details: 775-354-8874	Another year...another great festival awaits!!Greek Festival 2013 is sure to be one of the most enjoyable festivals to date. Three nights of authentic Greek food and pastries, Greek music and live band, Traditional Greek dancing, children's games, and a great shopping experience in our Greek market. Date: August 23, 24 and 25. Time: Friday - 5-10pm, Saturday - noon-11pm, Sunday - 11am - 3pm
Repticon Reno Reptile & Exotic Animal Show Exhibit Hall At the Reno Sparks Livestock Events Center 1350 N. Wells Ave Reno, NV 89512 Aug 24 - 25, 2013 Details: 863-268-4273	Repticon is a reptile event featuring vendors offering reptile pets, supplies, feeders, cages and merchandise. Participate in free raffles held for enthusiasts, animal seminars, and kids’ activities. Admission: Adults - $10, Children (5-12) - $5, 4 & under – Free Runs 10am – 4 pm. http://www.repticon.com/reno.html
Burning Man Black Rock Desert Aug 26 - Sep 2, 2013 Details: 415-TO-FLAME	The impact of the Burning Man experience has been so profound that a culture has formed around it. This culture pushes the limits of Burning Man and has led to people banding together nation-wide, and putting on their own events, in attempt to rekindle that magic feeling that only the feeling of being part of this community can provide. Additionally, Burning Man has over a thousand volunteers who work before, during and after the event (many who work year-round) to make the event a reality.
Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-off Victorian Square 1100 Nugget Ave Sparks, NV Aug 28 - Sep 2, 2013 Details: 800-648-1177	The country's favorite free rib festival is back! The 25th annual Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-off will run Wednesday, August 28 through Monday, September 2, 2013. Come out and enjoy the country's best rib competition and enjoy the Best Ribs in the West! Once again transforming the Labor Day holiday on Victorian Square in downtown Sparks into a must-attend culinary, music, craft, and family end-of-summer affair.
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The Great Reno Balloon Race Rancho San Rafael Park Reno, NV Sep 6 - 8, 2013 Details: 775-826-1181	The Great Reno Balloon Race is the world’s largest FREE hot-air ballooning event. The event has floated into the hearts and minds of Reno’s visitors and locals for 31 years. With more than 100 balloons and 150,000 in attendance each year the event is a permanent fixture on Reno’s September skyline. The Great Reno Balloon Race is a non-profit organization and thanks to sponsorship support, the event is free of charge to spectators.
Reno Air Races Stead Airport Stead, NV Sep 11 - 15, 2013 Details: 775-972-6663	The world’s longest running air race is the only place in the world where you can see five days of real air racing with six classes of aircraft competing in a variety of race classes, military and historic airplane displays and aerobatics exhibitions. Planes reach speeds of over 500 miles per hour. While enjoying the races spectators can visit the pits and watch race teams work on their aircraft, browse any of the hundreds of participating vendor’s booths, and enjoy a wide variety of food and beverages. Contact 775-972-6663 for details or visit www.airrace.org.
Street Vibrations Fall Rally Throughout Reno, Sparks, Carson City & Virginia City, NV Sep 25 - 29, 2013 Details: 775-329-7469	Get your motor running with five days of motorcycle tours, live concerts, entertainment, ride-in shows, a parade, poker run and numerous vendors. An official event of the Harley-Davidson Dealers Association of Northern California, Street Vibrations is hog heaven! Contact 775-329-7469 for details, visit http://www.road-shows.com/street_vibrations.php.
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15th Annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Grand Sierra Resort 2500 E. Second St. Reno, NV 89502 Oct 6, 2013 Details: 775-789-2000	The 15th Annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure will return to the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino. The Northern Nevada Affiliate has invested approximately $3,400,000 in local breast health and breast cancer awareness projects in 10 counties in Northern Nevada. Grand Sierra is a proud sponsor. Seventy-five percent of net proceeds generated by the Komen Northern Nevada Affiliate are granted to lifesaving local breast cancer programs. The remaining 25 percent goes to Komen-funded groundbeaking research to find the cure. This year's Race for the Cure will be held on Sunday, October 6. Registration and events begin at 7:00 a.m., 5K timed run will begin at 9:00 a.m. and the 1-mile fitness walk will begin at 9:15 a.m. For more information on the race, to register your team, or to donate to the cause visit http://www.komennorthnv.org/.
Eldorado Great Italian Festival Eldorado Hotel Casino Downtown Reno, NV Oct 12 - 13, 2013 Details: 800-648-5966	The Eldorado Great Italian Festival is a celebration of food, culture, music and traditions of Italy. Sample everything from ravioli and lasagna to risotto, Italian pizzas and polenta. For dessert stop by the homemade Gelato booth or grab a piece of melt-in-your-mouth tiramisu. The Italian Festival also gives Italian families across the West Coast a chance to compete in the highly anticipated Great Italian Festival Sauce Cookoff. Hailing from Lombardia, Puglia, Sicily and so many more portions of Italy, each family has a “secret recipe” for sauce that guests can sample for themselves! There’s also free live entertainment, a grape stomp, bocce ball and Italian-inspired arts and crafts booths.
California Groundwater Association - 65th Annual Convention and Trade Show Peppermill Resort Spa Casino 2707 S Virginia Street Reno, NV 89502 Oct 24 - 26, 2013 Details: 707 578-4408	The California Groundwater Association (CGA) '65th Annual Convention & Trade Show' provides a wide variety of groundwater products and services in just one location - see what new items can help you reduce your costs and increase your profits. Benefit your business with new skills and knowledge gained in workshops, seminars and demonstrations -with opportunities to get continuing education units. You will enjoy visiting with your peers and have fun playing in the annual golf tournament or gaming tourneys. For complete event and registration information please visit www.groundh2o.org or contact the CGA office at (707) 578-4408

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