From Watching Balloons to Flying Them: Interview with Chris Casaceli - Pilot, Photographer, Musician, & Filmmaker

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Backstory - How I Met Chris

Back in July, I was invited out to media day for the Great Reno Balloon Race (forever grateful, Gattuso Coalition💜). After my incredible ride, I found myself chatting with a lovely couple in the Chinese Pagoda Picnic Pavilion (yes, I linked it up so you can rent it out and party here, LOL) at Rancho San Rafael Regional Park. Somehow, our conversation turned to geology, and this amazing man named Robert started telling me a story about how he accurately predicted a volcano eruption and gathered his friends to witness it firsthand. Low key, I felt like someone should have been recording this.  How often do you meet someone who’s spent their life studying volcanoes and has been inside them numerous times?

As it turns out, this incredible man was Chris Casaceli’s father. After a long, lovely chat with Robert and his wonderful wife, Terry, Chris stepped into the picture, and what do you know, his parents were there helping crew for his balloon.  Fun fact: a typical balloon crew usually needs 3-5 people to help load and unload the balloon, though a dedicated pilot can sometimes get away with just 2.

Chris is a hot air balloon pilot.  I can’t tell you how exciting it is to meet balloon pilots. It’s kind of like meeting your airplane pilot (or maybe that’s just me)?  I have nothing but respect for them, and for all pilots in general - they defy gravity, spark imaginations with their stories, embody adventure & freedom, and remind us what it means to live BOLDLY.  Watching them reminds me that life, too, is meant to be explored... taking risks, following curiosity, and embracing every chance to live fully.  

We ended up talking for what felt like an hour, and when I finally looked up, the buzzing morning crowd and spectators had all disappeared.

After all these years of living in Reno, I can’t tell you how many special moments I’ve had just like this one, meeting passionate, down to earth people who are willing to share a glimpse of their world. There's a beauty of connecting with people, learning from their stories and being inspired by their experiences.

Which brings me to this post. Before the 2025 Great Reno Balloon Race launch, I reached out to Chris and asked if he could answer some questions about piloting, so I could help everyone imagine this magical world a little more vividly.

I want to thank Chris’s parents for the wholesome chat, and Chris himself for taking the time to answer my questions and give us a peek into his world of hot air balloon love. I truly hope you enjoy this post.

Chris Casaceli's "Do What You Love" video is a personal vlog style reflection on his college journey and the uncertainties that followed graduation. In this piece, he delves into the challenges of navigating post college life, emphasizing the importance of pursuing one's passions despite the pressures of societal expectations. The video serves as both a personal narrative and a broader commentary on the pursuit of fulfillment over conventional success.

Chris's Story

Born & raised in Reno, Chris Casaceli has been attending The Great Reno Balloon Race for as long as he can remember. In fact, his very first race was in 1996, when he was just under a year old, tucked into a Snuggle baby carrier on his mom’s chest. Since that day, he hasn’t missed a single year.

Growing up, Chris became fascinated with the balloons, not just watching them but capturing them. He started taking photos every year and even made scrapbooks of the event so he could look back at all the colorful balloons filling the Reno sky. When he learned there was a photo contest that awarded the winner a balloon ride, he knew that was his chance. His parents weren’t going to buy him a ride, so he poured his energy into photography, spending years learning how to get that perfect shot.

Finally, in 2014, during his senior year of high school, Chris won the annual Great Reno Balloon Race contest that would help fulfill his dream. The following year, he took his very first balloon flight. That experience opened the door to something even bigger. He discovered that by crewing for balloon pilots, he could fly more often, and for free. So, he started crewing for local pilots, gaining hands on experience and becoming part of the ballooning family.

After years of dedication, Chris earned his private pilot certificate in 2024. Today, he’s a pilot, flying alongside the very balloons that first captured his imagination as a child.

Despite being overwhelmed with so much joy and awe, I managed to snap a picture of Chris's balloon from David Dunrud's Serendipity Balloon, an incredible pilot with over 30+ years of experience.  Huge shout out to my other incredible host pilots, Zoey Swenson (w/ Imagine) & Sheldon Grauberger (w/ Sriracha), from past media days.

The shape of Chris’s Phoenix balloon is more narrow and elongated, designed with a “sport” or “racer” style envelope. This sleeker design allows the balloon to heat and cool more quickly, giving the pilot sharper vertical control, a feature that’s especially valuable during competitions where precision really matters.

The Interview 

Check out Chris's crazy cool time lapse video of the 

2018 Great Reno Balloon Races.

1. What do you see from up there that people on the ground will never experience the same way?

I think the biggest difference is that, at any given moment, you are standing in the basket at a position in time and space where, under normal limitations of physics, you have absolutely no business being 😂. And as the flight unfolds, your position is constantly changing as the wind pushes you. So, you get this ephemeral perspective of the world, from a variety of vantage points where, on any given flight, no one in history has ever stood precisely in the same place, or seen the world from precisely that same perspective. There is a magic to all that with ballooning that nothing else in my experience can quite capture.

2. What’s one moment in the sky that completely changed how you see life on the ground?

I think the moment in the sky that was most impactful was the first time I flew to 10,000 feet MSL above the Carson Valley. I could see Lake Tahoe, the whole valley sprawled out in front of me, Carson City, Reno, and even Mono Lake to the south. Having that vantage point in the open air, seeing the place I grew up in, and being able to pinpoint all the little places where essentially my whole life had transpired, seeing all that at once… It made me feel a sense of awe, a sense of humility, and a sense of nostalgia. That was something really special for me.

3. What’s the strangest or most touching conversation you’ve overheard between passengers while floating?

I wasn’t the pilot on this flight, but I was in the basket once where a couple got engaged! And she did say yes haha. It was also their first ride, so they were already excited about it. That was probably the cutest, most touching moment I’ve witnessed in a hot air balloon!

4. What part of piloting is most misunderstood by the public?

I think the public really doesn’t understand the improvisational nature of ballooning with regard to navigation and selection of landing sites. People often think we are experiencing an emergency, or are in some kind of trouble because we’ve landed on a street, or in some kind of area that they wouldn’t expect an aircraft to have landed. The reality is that 99.99% of the time, we have very carefully and safely selected a given landing site based on what the wind directions were that morning, and our own margins of safety regarding the size of the landing site, access for the chase vehicle, and proximity to dangerous obstacles. So, if you see a balloon landing in a cul-de-sac or in a local park, chances are that was precisely where the pilot wanted to land, and they are executing normal flight operations!

5. What's the most memorable place you've landed and why?

This might not sound like the most interesting landing of all time, but it was sort of special for me. On my first solo flight, just before testing for my license, I was lucky enough to fly down into the Carson River near Minden, NV. twice. On the second time, I brought the balloon just above the water, and sort of floated along the water for a bit, following a couple of ducks down the river. Then I saw a rock island in front of me, so I decided to set the balloon down on this little island in the river for a minute. I just stood there for a bit, taking in the scenery, the ducks were looking at me like I was an alien or something, and the river and all the wildlife around me was just so peaceful. It was just so cool to me that I was able to be right there, in that unique spot, all by myself, and then I could just hit the burners again and pop back into the air whenever I wanted to. After a while, I did just that, and flew on. But yeah, that moment of tranquility sitting alone on that rock island was pretty special for me.

6. When you’re drifting with the wind, do you feel more like an adventurer or a passenger of nature?

I’d say I definitely feel more like an adventurer. I think that better captures the intentionality behind navigating a balloon. If you ever stop paying attention to what is going on, where you are going, and how the weather conditions are effecting your flight, you can get yourself into trouble very quickly in a balloon. So, I think “adventurer” better captures that degree of focus and intentionality that you have to employ to make sure you are doing what you need to do to get the balloon where you want to go as safely as possible. Of course, you always have those moments of joy and bewilderment built in, but staying focused and intentional about your flying has to come first.

7. What does being suspended between earth and sky teach you about balance?

I don’t know if it’s precisely by virtue of being suspended between earth and sky, but I think the biggest things that the physics of ballooning teaches you are patience, adaptability, and creative thinking. You can plan a flight as much as you want, and often you can get pretty close with where you will end up based on the wind data you have available, but no flight in a balloon can be completely planned from start to finish. You always have to be able to adapt to what the weather gives you on a given day, and be open to changing your flight plan at any given moment. You often have to be patient with the wind to get you where you need to go, and you need to be okay with things going differently than how you planned them. So yeah, adaptability, creativity, and patience are virtues that I think are really instilled by experience as a balloon pilot.

8. What’s the weirdest thing you’ve ever seen from above?

Sometimes you see some funny things in people’s back yards while looking for a landing site. Like, one time I remember seeing this pool that someone had made where they dug a hole in the ground, lined the hole with a big waterproof tarp, and just filled it with water. And then they had built this sort of funny, rudimentary diving board out of plywood and bricks as a counterweight. The whole thing looked like it had just been sitting there with water in it for about a year because the water was super murky and full of algae. So, that was kind of interesting. I appreciated their ingenuity though to give themselves a swimming pool on the cheap!

9. If you could take anyone in history on a balloon ride, who would it be and why?

If I could take one person from history on a balloon ride, it would probably be Neil Armstrong! As a kid, all I wanted to be in life (other than a balloon pilot) was an astronaut, and Neil was my hero. I’ve read so much about him, his life, and his career. Despite being one of the best test pilots in the world and flying nearly every experimental military aircraft in the 1950s and 60s, including the Saturn V rocket, and Apollo Lunar module, I don’t think he ever took the controls of a hot air balloon. It would be an absolute joy to see his face, and hear his curious comments from an aerospace engineering perspective about the design of the flight systems, and the unique mechanics of balloon flight. I’d love to give him some burner time, see what he thought of piloting a balloon, and watch him try to land the thing! Unfortunately, I’ll never have that chance. But it’s fun to imagine!

10. If you could create the perfect soundtrack for a hot air balloon ride, what songs would make the cut?

Okay, here is a playlist for you that I made on Spotify for a hot air balloon flight! It starts off with the Top Gun Theme for Launch, and then moves into a sort of LoFi, lounge kind of music for the rest of the flight:

Balloon Flight Playlist

on Spotify

Photo Credit: Nick Schab

Well, that wraps up this post, but most certainly not my friendship with Chris (& hopefully his parents too).  If you see me crewing for him in the future (or venturing inside of volcanoes, LOL), you'll exactly know why.  As this post drifts to a close, I hope it lifts your spirits as much as meeting Chris and his parents lifted mine.

NEWS

If you haven't heard yet, the 45th Great Reno Balloon Races is schedule to return on September 10-13, 2026.  Yes, that's one whole extra day on top of the usual three day event.  Hope to see you there.

***All opinions are my own. 

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2025 Halloween & Fall Guide: Haunted Houses, Fall Foliage, Ghost Tours, Seasonal Eats, Farms, Trick or Treating & Activities in Reno, Nevada

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Welcome Foolish Mortals/Fall Lovers,

Fall is officially here (even though these hot temps may say otherwise. Heel click is happening either way). Get your funky sweaters out (yes, I'm making an exception from my usual function over fashion life), fill up the gas thank (trust me, you won't want to pass up our glorious fall landscapes), & get your garlic braids, crosses, & salt out (just in case you'll need to ward off any vampires during one of Reno's endless October happenings).

You'd think I grew up surrounded by a lot of Halloween festivities in my younger years, right? Well, not exactly. My love for Halloween was sparked early and involved movies. Lucky for me (not so lucky for others who get spooked easily), I got away with watching all of the most epic Halloween movies in my early years (thanks mom & dad), movies that have transcended generations - Children of The Corn, The Gremlins, Halloween, Candy Man, IT, Friday the 13th, The Exorcist, Pet Sematery, The Blaire Witch project...and all of the other classics. If you know, you know. If you don't know, you MUST know! LOL. I'll add in a list of must watch Halloween movies somewhere in this guide, so be sure to check back later. 

***Update: Check out this new post featuring a curated list of must watch Halloween movies made by Tim, co-owner of Terror - the biggest little local year round shop dedicated to all things horror.

The more I reflect on these movies, the more I appreciate them. Did they give me nightmares and force me to shower with one eye open? Sure. But they've ultimately shaped my love for Halloween, a love that makes me feel so whole and so alive.  Filmmakers back in the day didn’t have fancy equipment or advanced technology. They had to rely entirely on their skills in storytelling, crafting perfectly complementary scores, and building tension so deliberately that our imaginations couldn’t help but fill in the blanks. Thinking back on these films makes me realize how special Halloween really is. It fills the air with magic and anticipation, and that feeling of stepping into another world for a little while.

And just like that, the season is here again.

As I got older and more conscious of the world of Halloween and all the glorious events, activities, and culture that comes along with it (not to mention the pumpkin and apple everything), the more my love grew for the holiday. Today, I couldn't love it more.

If you know me, you know I don't mess around when it comes to fun, especially holiday fun, and I always do my best to let everyone in on the action. I'll happily give you all the details you need to lock that fun into your calendar (just thinking about how small a scale some of these events operate on sorta makes my blood pressure rise), LOL. In other words, tickets are limited. Be sure to snag them & book/RSVP any events that catch your eye ASAP. If I'm sounding a little like an obsessed holiday person, I AM, and... you're welcome.

We have all sorts of stuff going on all throughout the month of October, and even long before it even starts. Exit summer parties, October Fests, local's summer shenanigans, & festivals kick off the start of a fall/Halloween season that's cozy, spooky, and packed with so many memory making opportunities. If you take a moment and reflect back on your past, what kind of memories stick out (besides the ones where you got into trouble)? Memories centered around experiences, right? Particularly the ones attached with heightened emotions.

Now… back to fall & Halloween. Halloween is the most informal holiday that doesn’t quite get its own official day, yet is celebrated and obsessively loved by millions of people all over the country. Here in Reno, Halloween action is everywhere. And, I'm pretty proud to say that we do a pretty job on the spooky front. You’ll find free, epic backyard haunts and Halloween displays tucked away in neighborhoods across town, built purely out of passion, some so massive they even have sponsors and have made it onto TV. Ever wonder who buys all those huge decorations at Home Depot or Spirit of Halloween? Wonder no more.

Or how about an event where thousands of drunk zombies take over the streets of downtown. Out with the old, in with the new - zombie watching over people watching.

Knock out a two birds one stone special with Virginia City’s Redrun VII - The Resurrection, where you can get your exercise in while outrunning zombies for dear life. Brave the chill at Sand Harbor with spooky movies under the stars, hop aboard the Twain Train to hang out with Mark Twain himself, channel your inner phantom at a masquerade party set in one of Reno’s oldest mansions, dance and party like you’re under a Sanderson Sisters’ spell, witness & become part of a Victorian Nightmare, & strut your true identity loud and proud on Halloween down the streets of one of the most haunted towns in the country, and the LIST. GOES. ON.

...And FALL... oh, fall. Its golden glory, Hallmark vibes, nostalgic displays, crisp as apple cider air, and pumpkin spice everything. There really is no end to the magic of the season.

This guide is mostly made up of my most favorite fall activities & experiences that I've come to love over the years. It's a reflection of my love for our community & city, and just life in general.  I truly hope it inspires your to make memories of your own this fall.

Sip of Saigon never misses with their drinks, desserts, and Vietnamese food.  The owner here is honestly the best.

Reno Public Market is home to so many local businesses.  How spoiled are we to have so many spots to experience under one roof?!  The market also does a great job with keeping the fun vibes and entertainment going year-round. Check out this REEL to see all of the deals you can find during happy hour.  There are some new businesses in the market that just opened, so be sure to check them out. 

Included in this Guide 

*Fall Bucket List

*Fall Events

*Fall Treats

*Farms to Visit

*Spooky Escape Rooms
*Where to see Fall Foliage

*Family Friendly Halloween Movies

*Where to get Costumes

*Decorated Homes in Reno

*Ongoing Events

Notes

Guide Updates: I will be continuously updating this guide as I gather more information.

Suggestions Welcome: If you notice any missing from my lists or would like to recommend places, events, or experiences, please feel free to reach out. You can message me on Instagram or email @lovingreno775@gmail.com.

Ticket Availability: When it comes to events, secure your tickets as early as possible as they tend to sell out quickly.

Arrival Tips: To ensure a smoother experience, consider arriving early to events. This not only helps with finding good parking spots but also minimizes wait times.

Winter Advisory:  Snow may come as early as the end of October.  Check out my winter travel guide to stay on top of hazardous weather conditions.  Also, days & nights in fall can get super chilly.  Stay on top of hourly weather to dress appropriately for your outings.

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Thanks so much for dropping by.  I hope you have the most magical season yet.

-Kat

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Special Announcements

Help VOTE for our local filmmaker, Jordan Drew, in the Trew to You film contest.  Voting closes November 17th, 2025.

Watch all 7 films HERE.

TREW Gear has launched the 2025 TREW To You Film Tour, featuring six short films that celebrate grassroots creativity in skiing and snowboarding. Now in its third season, the tour will travel across North America through October and November, showcasing the work of six teams who each interpreted the theme “Switch” in their own unique way. These authentic, community driven films highlight real stories, mountain adventures, and local talent.

Competing for a $15,000 grand prize decided by audience votes and a judges’ panel.

I've worked with Jordan in the past at a couple of weddings and admire him both as a professional and as a person. I LOVE highlighting local talent who pursue their dreams because they serve as perfect examples of possibility and proof that passion paired with hard work can take you anywhere.

Help our amazing local musicians turn their dream into a reality.  With your help, they can record their very first studio album and take their music on tour to share it with the world. 

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***Update:  Charity Kiss reached their goal.  Thanks SO much to all of you who supported their mission.***

DIWALIWOOD

One thing I LOVE about the community is how driven everyone is to support good causes.  Every year, Yelp and local businesses team up to host this amazing event that helps provide 60,000 meals for those in need through the Food Bank of Northern Nevada.

How You Can Help

RSVP HERE & have fun at the event.  It's free, with a suggested donation of $25.

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***Did you know that Diwali, or the Festival of Lights, is an annual celebration that typically falls between October and November?  It celebrates the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil, with millions around the world lighting oil lamps, sharing sweets, and coming together for joyous festivities.  How lucky are we to get to experience this celebration here in Reno?!  

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Fall Bucket List 

*Jump Into a Pile of Fall Leaves

*Enjoy the Colors of Changing Leaves

*Do a Fall/Halloween Craft

I assembled two Make Market diorama kits with my kiddos last week and had the best time.  They are just the cutest little displays ever. $20/kit.  Check out what's left online.

*Movies at the library: 

The Sparks Library hosts a (free) Night of Fright family friendly movie every Thursday in October.

*Pick Your Own Pumpkins & Apples

*Drink an Apple Milkshake

*Make a Scarecrow

*Have a Fall Photo Session

*Take a Road Trip Out of Town

*Listen to Halloween Music

*Light Up Scented Fall Candles + Buy Fall Scented Soap

*Read Halloween Books

*Have a Staycation

*Tarot/Palm Reading

*Learn How to Play an Instrument

*Indulge in Delicious Fall Goods

*Picnic in the Perfect Weather

*Take to the Trails

*Carve Jack o' Lanterns

*Make a Halloween/Christmas gingerbread house

Join this rad gingerbread house competition for a chance to win cash prizes.  Also, have your creation be part of a festive gingerbread house crawl. REGISTER

Pick up some pumpkins from Moana Nursery.  

-While there, scan their QR code, put in a guess for weight of their huge pumpkin, and enter for a chance to win it.  Winner announced October 24th.

-Other local spots for pumpkins - Great Basin Co-op, Andelin Farm (no admission required to purchase pumpkins), Ferrari Farms

*Camp Outdoors or in Your Backyard

*Hot Springs - ugh, no better time than fall to take advantage of them

*Gather Around a Campfire & Make S'mores

*Make your own hot cocoa bombs

*Brave a Ghost Tour 

Brave souls, your guides have awakened from their spectral slumber. Spooky season has arrived, can you feel it?

Join us! Our haunted downtown tour is nigh! Learn about real people who lived here, died here… and decided to stick around.

Our walking tours take you through the haunting halls of downtown Reno, our dear city. Do not fear, this tour is a beautiful manageable walk of less than 1 mile. Be not afraid, our guides will protect you from the spectral forces that hear us telling their tales.

TICKETS

*Brave a Haunt

Dark Corner is Dark Prison this year.  They are the largest haunt in the area and always do a horrifically great job. 

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Location:  Nevada State Prison
3301 E 5th St, Carson City, NV 89701

Availability:
October 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25, 26 30, & 31. 

November 1 Flashlight Only Haunt SOLD OUT.

*Watch a Halloween Movie outdoors (Ferrari Farms)

*Ride Bikes in Fall Glory (Anderson's Bicycle Rentals, South Lake Tahoe)

*Ride a Train (V&T Railroad, Virginia City, V& T Railway, Carson City, Nevada State Railroad Museum, Carson City)

*Dress Up & Go Trick or Treating

*Visit a Farm

*Decorate Your House

*Drive Around Town in Search for the Best Halloween Decorated Houses

*Host Your Own Halloween Party

*Cozy Up at a Movie Theater

GALAXY THEATRES @ LEGENDS

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Hotel Transylvania 2

The BoxTrolls

Monster House

ET

Flashback Cinema

*Young Frankenstein 

September 27-28 & October 1

*Casper 

October 5 & 8

*Corpse Bride

October 12 & 15

*Phantom of the Opera 

October 19 & 22

*Halloween (1978) 

October 25, 28, & 31

*Spirited Away 

October 18,19, & 22

CINEMARK

Century Summit | Century Park Lane 16

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*Halloween Workshops

* Visit Local Restaurants for Seasonal Sweet & Savory Eats

*Try a Creepy Escape Room (Deadline Escape Rooms, Keystone Escape Games, Break Through Escape Games)

*Sleepovers & Ghost Stories

*Get Your Halloween Karaoke On

*Attend a Halloween Ball

Have you heard about Reno’s Biggest Little Local, year round Halloween shop? The family who owns it is one of the most fun, creative, passionate, and talented in town.  They’re basically the spirit of Halloween in human form.  Bonus:  They have two Halloween themed rooms in their building that are so KILLER.

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Alpine Nutrition offers food & beverages with added nutrition.  If you're looking for a special treat, but don't want to break your health goals, this is your spot.  The owners of this spot are as awesome as they come.

EVENTS

-September 24-28:  Fall Themed Classes @ Picasso & Wine

-September 26 (10am-3pm): The Love of Art Luncheon and Artisan Shopping Fundraiser @ Nevada Museum of Art

-September 26 - November 30:  Dragon Lights Festival @ Wilbur May Arboretum

-September 26 & 27 (4pm):  Desert Moon Music Festival @ Reno City Plaza (30N Virginia St.)

-September 27 (6pm & 7:30pm):  The Mafia Wedding Murder Mystery @ Virginia & Truckee railroad, Virginia City

-September 27 (7pm-12am):  Dead Artist's Ball @ Whitney Peak Hotel

-September 27 (12-8pm):  Fairy Fair - A Mystical Market @ The Potentialist Workshop

-September 27 (8pm):  Twilight in Concert @ Pioneer Center

-September 27 (12-8pm):  October Fest @ Pigeon Head Brewery & Slieve Brewing Co.

-September 27 (11am-Sold Out): Bread Girl & Pink Sugar Coffee Pop-up @ 1923 Prater Way, Sparks NV 89431

-September 27 & 28 (12-6pm):  Blocktoberfest @ The Reno Brewery Arts District

-September 27 & 28:  Candy Dance Festival @ Genoa, NV

-September 27 & 28 (11am-2pm):  Scarecrow Building @ Rail City Garden Center, Sparks

-September 27 & 28:  Tahoe Games Mountain Sports Festival @ Lake Tahoe Amphitheater  

-September 28 (11am-2:30pm):  Family Farm Festival @ Kid Zone Museum, Truckee

-September 28 (10am-12pm):  Wild Sierra Nevada Book Signing Event @ Nook & Cranny Book Wagon, Riverside Farmer's Market

-October 1 (9pm): Movie Night - Harry Potter & The Sorcerer Stone @ Bertha Mirandas

-October 2-31 (8pm-12am):  The Final Hour Haunted House @ 875 Deming Way, Sparks NV 89431

-October 2-30 (5pm):  Thursdays of Terror (movie screenings) @ Sparks Library

-October 3 (7-10pm):  Movie Night:  Beetlejuice @ Ferrari Farms

-October 3 (8-10pm): Flicks on the Bricks Movie Night in The Park @ West St. Plaza

-October 4 (9:30-11am): International Coffee Outside Day w/ Coffee Outside Reno @ Ivan Sack Park

-October 4 (5:30-8pm):  Young Blood Under 21 Artist Showcase @ The Holland Project

-October 4 (10am-4pm):  Mural & Chalk Art Festival @ Nevada Fine Arts

-October 4 (11am-Sold Out):  The Matcha Girl Grand Opening @ Sierra Water Gardens

-October 4 (9am-2pm):  Community Harvest Cleanup hosted by Green Vibe World @ 1725 S. McCarran Blvd. (cleanup) & 5305 Mill St. (Harvest & BBQ)

-October 4 (5-9pm):  Dinner on the Bridge @ Virginia St. Bridge, Downtown Reno

-October4 (7-9pm):  Annual 1st Saturday Halloween Dance Social @ The Ballroom of Reno

-October 4 (9am-3pm): Annual Fall Festival & Coffin Races @ Heritage Park, Gardnerville (55 mins. from Reno)

-October 4 & 5 (12-4pm): World Championship Outhouse Races @ Virginia City

-October 4 (11am-2pm):  Ward 4 Fall Festival @ Dorothy McAlinden Park

-October 4 & 11 (11am-7pm):  Great Pumpkin Festival @ Idlewild Park

-October 4 (12pm):  Drag Brunch w/ The Twampsons (18+) @ Parlay 6 Brewing Co.

-October 5 (12-2pm):  Vampire Penguin Shaved Snow Pop-Up @ Betty's Thrift

-October 5 (5pm):  5th Annual Small Town Art Throwdown Latte Art Competition @  DST Coffee, Gardnerville

-October 5 & 24 (11am-1pm): Pressed Flower Pumpkin Event @ The Stylish Scribe

-October 7, 14, 22, & 28 (6pm):  Amandaween: Halloween Themed Pole Classes @ Vertical Barre Studio

-October 8 (7pm):  First Ever Movie Night: Hocus Pocus @ Outdoors of Great Basin Brewing, Sparks

-October 9 (9am-5pm):  Free Admission Day @ National Automobile Museum

-October 9 (7-9pm):  Hocus Pocus Night - Screening and Spell Book Craft @ Picasso & Wine

-October 9 (7-10pm):  Charity Kiss Unplugged Fundraiser @ EP Listening Lounge

-October 10 (6:30pm):  Fall Dance Showcase (K-pop event) @ Num Num Boba, Northwest Reno location

-October 10 (7:30p) & 11 (2pm):  Nevada Opera Theatre: Fall Opera Scenes @ Hall Recital Hall, UNR

-October 10 & 18 (6:30-7:30pm): Spooky Candlelight Tour @ Mackay Mansion, Virginia City

-October 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25, & 26:  Birthday Candles @ Reno Little Theater

-October 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 22, 23, 29, 30 & November 1:  Club Inferno @ Bruka Theatre

-October 11 (10am-4pm): Sierra Arts Book Fest @ Downtown Sparks on Victorian Avenue

-October 11 (5-9pm):  The Seedkeeper's Table @ Urban Roots Farm

-October 11:  Redrun VII The Ressurrection Zombie Run @ Virginia City

-October 11, 12, 18, 19, 24, 25, & 26:  Pumpkin Patch Express @ V& T Railroad, Virginia City

-October 11 (4-7pm): Haunted Night at the Mansion @ The Lake Mansion

-October 11 (4-10pm):  Zombie Prom (21+) @ Underworld Distillery

-October 11 (10am-6pm):  Hands On! 2nd Saturday Free Admission Day @ Nevada Museum of Art

-October 11 (3-8pm):  Sun & Dust Market: The Witching Hour @ Douglas County Fairgrounds, Gardnerville

-October 11 (10am-7pm) & 12 (10am-6pm):  43rd Annual Great Italian Festival @ Streets of The ROW

-October 12 (11am-Sold Out): Breadgirl Pop-Up @ Pangolin Cafe

-October 12 (1:30-4pm):  October Watercolor with Carolyn Runnells @Nevada Fine Arts

-October 14 (6:30pm):  2025 Trew to You Ski Film Tour @ Lake Tahoe Aleworx Reno

-October 14 (6pm):  Halloween Trivia Night @Celler 8 Wine Bar (Carson City)

-October 14, 21, & 28 (8am-1pm):  Sparks Farmer's Market @ Sparks United Methodist Church

-October 15 (6-9pm):  Mystic Bingo @ Stone Creek Lodge

-October 15 (6pm):  Pink Boo Ghost Craft @ Final Draught

-October 16 (7pm):  Y Not Live Comedy Sketch @ Theatre Works

-October 16-31: Haunted Mini Golf @ The Generator, Sparks

-October 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 30, 31 & November 1: Booville + Macabre Manor Haunt @ 1201 Stardust St. Reno NV 89503

-October 17 (6-9pm):  Diwaliwood @ National Automobile Museum

-October 17 & 18 (3-8pm):  Halloween Movie Night & Market @ Reno Experience District

Rolled Mountain Creamery uses fresh local cream and high quality ingredients for their creations and makes the ice cream right in front of you on a frozen metal slab.  I tried rolled ice cream in other cities, and let me just say... they did not compare.

-October 17 (2-6:45pm):  Mark Twain Days Twain Train.  Round-trip from Carson City.  Includes two hours in Virginia City.

-October 17 (4pm): Pumpkins & Petals Flower Arrangement Workshop by Fern & Fruit (21+) @ 10 Torr

-October 17 (8pm):  Sinister Cabaret @ Black Rabbit Mead Co.

-October 17 (7-9pm):  Reno Ghost Tours Paranormal Workshop (21+) @ Underworld Distillery

-October 17 (6pm):  Conquering Arachnophobia @ Our Center

-October 17 & 18 (5-10pm):  Reno Night Market @ Idlewild Park

-October 18 (10am-4pm):  Day at The Museum (access to all museums) @ University of Nevada (UNR)

-October 18 (10am-3pm):  The Lucky Few Fall Festival @ Ferrari Farms

-October 18 (8pm):  Comedy Night @ Coffee N' Comics (Moana Location)

-October 18 (1-6pm):  11th Annual Grand Sierra Beer & Chili Festival @ Grand Sierra Resort

-October 18:  The Funktion Chicano Market Candy Bars, Cars, & Movie Stars @ El Rancho Drive-in Movie Theater, Sparks

-October 18 (10am-2pm):  Harvest Fest @ Tahoe City Community Center, Lake Tahoe

-October 18 (6-9pm):  Tarot Reading by Ness Lindberg @ Underworld Distillery

-October 18 (7pm):  Make a Hocus Pocus Spell Book @ Picasso & Wine

-October 18 & 19 (9am-4:30pm): Harvest Train @ Nevada State Railroad Museum

-October 18 (3-8pm):  2nd Annual Trunk or Treat & Haunted House @ Theatre Works

-October 19 (10am-4pm):  Reno Antique Faire @ Reno Arch (301 N Virginia St.)

-October 19 (10am-4pm):  Verdi Pumpkin Patch @ Verdi Elementary School

-October 21-26:  & Juliet (if Juliet didn't die) @ Pioneer Center

-October 23 (7-10pm):  Reno Hip Hop Open Mic (21+) @ Wing King 

-October 23 (9pm-12am):  Freaks Come Out Adult Skate Party (18+) @ Roller Skate Kingdom

-October 23 (5:30-8pm):  Movies in the Studio: Hocus Pocus (21+) @ Brick & Pine Studio, Carson City

-October 24 (5-8pm): Trunk or Treat Halloween Block Party @ Nevada State Museum

-October 24 (7pm):  Dead Reno Haunted House @ Wild Flower on 7th

-October 24, 25 & 31: Haunted House: Victorian Nightmare @ Mackay Mansion, Virginia City

-October 24 (8pm):  Don't Tell Comedy Halloween Show @ A Secret Location in Midtown (emailed morning of show)

-October 24 (10pm):  Halloween Show w/ local Rappers @ The Spot Reno

-October 25 (12-5pm): 14th Annual Halloween Trick or Treat @ The Discovery

-October 25 (4-10pm):  Halloween Show (your favorite local bands as your favorite iconic bands)@ The Streets of The Holland Project, Midtown Reno 

-October 25 (2pm & 7pm):  Carson Creepy Halloween Short Film Competition Screenings @ Brewery Arts Center

-October 25 (6-9pm):  Fright at the Museum @ Nevada State Museum

-October 25 (12-5pm):  Haunted History Spirit Walk @ Sparks Heritage Museum

-October 25 (8pm-10pm):  Scaryoke (21+) @ Underworld Distillery

-October 25 (10am-2pm):  Halloween Carnival Event @ Wonder & Unwind

-October 25 (10am-7pm):  Hello Kitty Cafe Truck @ The Outlets at Legends

-October 25 (9pm):  Fright Night Halloween Crawl @ Harrah's Lake Tahoe

-October 25 (1-4pm):  2nd Annual Trunk or Treat @ Mini of Reno

-October 25 (11am-3pm):  Sip & Sauna Pop-Up @ Best Bet Motor Lodge

-October 25 & 26 (10am-3pm):  Harvest Festival @ Animal Ark

-October 25 & 26 (9am):  Snoopy's Grand Pumpkin @ Pink Sugar Coffee (1923 Prater Way, Sparks)

-October 26 (4-7pm):  Trunk or Treat @ Round Table/Asian Mart Parking Lot

-October 26 (9am):  7th Annual Dirty Wookie 10K & 5K, from Brewer's Cabinet Production Facility to J Resort Glow Plaza

-October 26 & 30:  Candlelight:  A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics @ The Nugget Celebrity Showroom 

-October 26 (3-5pm):  Howloween Howl @ Pinion Bottle Co.

-October 28 (5-6pm):  Trail Tuesdays at Toll Road w/ Trail Sisters

-October 28 (5:30-7:30):  Halloween Cookie Decorating Class by Sweet Bakes @ The Lodge Bar & Patio

-October 28 (5pm):  Octoberfest Party @ Pignic Pub & Patio

-October 28 (7-9pm):  Disco is Undead - Disco Themed Craft, Costumes, Treats, & More w/ Arts & Drafts @ Atelier

-October 29 (4-6pm):  Haunted Library @ Sparks Library

-October 29 (5-7pm):  Trick-or-Treat Night @ Scheels, @ The Outlets at Legends, Sparks

-October 29 (4-6pm):  Create & Connect Felt Monsters w/ Silly Fish Studios @ The Generator, Sparks

-October 29 (3-6pm):  Halloween @ The Children's Cabinet Wilbur D. May Youth Center

-October 30 (5-7:30pm): Trick or Treat at The Sticks @ Mari Chuy's, Midtown

-October 30 (10am-12am):  Belicoween @ The Alpine

-October 30 (7pm):  Cordillera's 9th Annual Fright Night @ Brewer's Cabinet

-October 30  (7:30pm):  Halloween Comedy Night @ The Polo Lounge

-October 30 (4-6pm): 4th Annual Trunk or Treat (FREE) @ Teglia's Paradise  Park

-October 31 (12-2pm):  Halloween Costume Party @ Learning Express Toys & Gifts 

-October 31 (4-6pm): Watson Cabin Haunted House @ 560 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City

-October 31 (6-10:30pm):  Dancing in Virginia City Cemetery @ Silver Terrace Cemetery

-October 31 (3-6pm):  Trick or Treat @ The Shops at Heavenly Village

-October 31 (12-8pm):  Magic Monster Market & Trick or Treat @ The Potentialist Workshop

-October 31 (9pm):  Spooky Soul Night @ Lo-Bar Social

Soul Nights are held on the last Friday of each month.  All Vinyl, all the time.

-October 31 (10am-5pm) & November 1 (4-9pm):  4th Annual Fall Festival @ Galena Creek Visitor Center

-October 31 (10pm):  9th Annual Halloween Bash @ The Loft at Heavenly Village, South Lake Tahoe

-October 31 (3-5pm):  Trick or Treat @ Outlets at Legends, Sparks

-October 31 (6-8pm):  Halloween Walking Tour w/ grave to grave trick or treating ($5 suggested donation) @ Hillside Cemetery, Reno

-October 31 (4-7pm):  Trick or Treat (14 & Under) @ Reno Public Market

-October 31 & November 1:  Haunted Halloween Graveyard Train @ V&T Railroad, Virginia City

-October 31 - November 2:  Snafu Comic Con @ Reno-Sparks Convention Center

-October 31 - November 2:  The Avalanche Sale - Ski & Snowboard Sale @ Reno-Sparks Convention Center 

-October 31 (7-11pm):  High Desert Country Halloween Party @ South 40

-October 31 (4-8pm):  Hauntober Costume Contest, Parade, & Safe Trick or Treating @ Virginia City (Check-in for costume contest at Virginia City Jerky Co.)

-November 7 (5:30-10pm):  Chemistry of the Cocktail (21+), 13th Annual Giving & Glamping Fundraising Event @ The Discovery

-November 1 (10am):  The Nevada Day Parade @ N Carson St., Carson City

-November 1 (6pm) & 2 (5pm):  24 Hour Pinball Tournament @ Press Start Bar & Arcade

-November 1 (8:30pm):  Dia De Los Muertos w/ Charity Kiss, Lazer Beam, Pussy Velour @ Lo-Bar Social

-November 1 (12-7pm):  Dia De Los Muertos @ Locomotion Plaza, Downtown Reno

-November 1 (11am-2pm):  2nd Annual KWNK Mindmeld @ EP Listening Lounge

-November 1 (11am-5pm): Dia De Los Muertos Festival @ Heritage Park, Gardnerville

-November 2 (3-5:30pm):  Luche Libre: WWP Presents Battle @ Reno Public Market

-November 4 (5-9pm):  2nd Annual Bouldering Competition @ The Block

-November 7 (6-8:30pm):  The Big Red Kitchen:  Ravioli Workshop @ Urban Roots

-November 7 (6pm):  Native Skies at the Planetarium @ Fleischmann Planetarium

-November 8 (10am-2pm):  Holiday Family Arts Festival (FREE) @ Lake Mansion Arts & Cultural Center

-November 8 (10am-6pm): Hands On! Second Saturday @ Nevada Museum of Art

-November 8:  Ferris 50 Endurance Run (50 Mile, 50K, 15K) @ Douglass County Fairgrounds, Carson Valley

-November 8 (7:30pm):  Fantasies in Chocolate (Harry Potter Theme) @ GSR

-November 8 (6pm):  Full Moon Masquerade Murder Mystery @ V & T Railroad

-November 8 (4-10pm):  Purr & Pour - Tarot Readings, Raffle, Cocktails + Mocktails @ Underworld Distillery

-November 11 (10am-1pm):  Reno Veterans Day Parade @ Virginia Street Bridge, Downtown

-November 11 (11am-12pm):  Veterans Day Parade @ C Street, Virginia City

-November 12 (7-9:15pm):  Snowboard Bench Night:  Design Upcycled Snowboard Furniture @ Gearhut

-November 12 (6pm):  Old Time Music Jam @ Mountain Music Parlor

-November 13 (7pm): Paramore vs Paramore vs Paramore - Benefit Show for Eddy House @ The Holland Project

-November 13 (4-7pm): Holiday Shop Night @ Stylish Scribe Shop 

-November 14 (8am-1pm): 9th Annual Mo's Drive By Turkey Drop @ Reno Public Market

-November 14 (6-10pm): Best in The City (foodie event) @ 2300 Oddie Blvd, Sparks, NV 89431

-November 14-16:  Punk Rock Flea Market @ South 40

-November 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 29 & December 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13 (7:30pm) / November 16, 23**, 30 & December 7, 14 (2pm): A Christmas Carol @ Reno Little Theater

-November 15 (9am-12pm): Ophir Creek Guided Hike sponsored by Coffeebar 

-November 15 (11am-7pm): Comstock Film Festival @ Fourth Ward School, Virginia City

-November 15 (3-7pm):  Spellbinders (FREE) @ Pioneer Center 

-November 15 (2-5pm):  The Riverwalk District Tipsy Turkey Wine Walk @ Downtown Reno

-November 15 (11am-5pm): Artisans of North Nevada Pop Up Shops @ Alpine Academy

-November 15 (9pm-1am):  This is How We Do It 80s & 90s R&B/Hip-Hop Party (18+) @ Virginia St. Brewhouse

-November 15 (12-3pm):  Seen & Zined @ The Holland Project

-November 15, 22 & December 6 & 13: Bollywood Dancing Lessons by Chhavl Bhalla @ Bliss Holistic Center

-November 16 (10am-2pm):  Yoga Six & Matcha Girl @ Yoga Six Northwest 

-November 16 (1:30-4pm):  November Watercolor with Carolyn Runnells @ Nevada Fine Arts

-November 18 (8pm):  The Deslondes @ Virginia Street Brewhouse

-November 20:  Ice Skating Rink Opens For the Season @ GSR

-November 21 (5-9pm) & 22 (9am-3pm): Sky Tavern Ski Swap @ Sky tavern Ski Recreation Center

-November 21 (7-11pm):  K-Pop Demon Hunters Dance Party @ Need 2 Speed

-November 22 (11am-3:30pm): November Junk Journal Club Par-tea @ Carson City Community Center

-November 22 (4-7pm): Grand Tree Lighting & Pictures with Santa @ The Village at Rancharra  

-November 23 (9am-2pm): Annual Holiday Bazaar | Hosted by Riverside Farmer's Market @ Idlewild Park

-November 23 (1pm & 5pm):  Sierra Nevada Ballet Presents Peanut Cracker @ Pioneer Center

-November 25 - December 31:  WinTORRland @ 10 Torr

-November 26 (6-11pm):  2025 Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl @ 4 local venues

-November 26 (11am-12:30pm): A Mad Tea Party:  Celebrating 160 Years of Alice! @ Sierra View Library (Located inside Reno Town Mall)

-November 27 (9am):  Wobble Before You Gobble Race (10K, 5K, & 1 Mile Walk) @ Idlewild Park

-November 27 (8:30-10am): 27th Annual Scheels Turkey Trot (2 mile, non timed) @ Sparks Marina

-November 28 & 29 (4-9pm), December 5 & 6 (4-9pm): Holiday Lights Festival @ Downtown Reno Arch

-November 29 (11am-7pm):  A Christmas Craft @ The Potentialist Workshop

-December 2-7:  Broadway Show - Stereophonic @ Pioneer Center

-December 4 (10am-3pm):  Junior League's 53rd Annual Poinsettia Luncheon @ GSR

-December 4 & 5 (4-9pm), 6 (11am-9pm): 39 North Pole Village @ Victorian Square, Downtown Sparks

-December 4, 5, & 6: Christmas Hometown Parade & Tree Lighting @ Sparks Victorian Square

-December 5 (4:30pm): Silver & Snowflake Festival @ Capitol Building Grounds, Carson City

-December 6 (4-8pm): 4th Annual South Creek Christmas Festival @ South Creek Shopping Center

-December 6 (10am-4pm) & 7 (10am-3pm):  11th Annual Holiday Faire @ St. Mary's Art Center, Virginia City

-December 6 (12-5pm): 5th Annual Maker's Market @ Schussboom 

-December 6 & 7 (10am-3pm): Hi-Dez Holiday Market @ 299 E. Plumb Lane Suite 115

-December 7 (11am-2pm): Handmade Holiday Faire @ Urban Roots

-December 11 (6-9pm): Mix Mingle & Jingle Party @ Wild River Grille 

-December 12 (4-9pm) & 13 (11am-4pm): Cowboy Christmas @ Reno Livestock Events Center

-December 12 (7-10pm): Feline Familiar Fundraiser (21+) @ OTC Bar

-December 12, 13, & 14: Tahoe Live Festival (GSR shuttle available) @ Palisades Tahoe

-December 13 (8pm-2am): Reno Santa Crawl @ Downtown Reno

-December 13 & 14 (10am-5pm): Chili Cash & Carry @ The Wedge Ceramics Studio

-December 14 (12-4pm): 2nd Annual Tamale Festival @ Brewery Arts Center

-December 21 (2-7pm): Reno Antique Faire Holiday Market @ National Bowling Stadium  

To Be Included in My Winter Guide

End of fall is December 21st.

Events in Detail

Do you know about the wide variety of events (nearly all of them are free & open to the public) offered by the Washoe County Library System?  I made a Halloween themed vinyl bag last year at one of our libraries with the kiddos & it was one of the coolest things we've ever done. Check out their quarterly magazine, Explorer, for the latest happenings.  

-September 24-28:  

Fall Themed Classes 

*Location:

Picasso & Wine

148 Vassar St, Reno, NV 89502

*Instagram

-September 26- November 30

Dragon Lights 

*Location:

Wilbur D. May Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

*Location:

1595 N Sierra St.

Reno, NV 89503

*Tickets

*Instagram

*My POST about Dragon Lights

The Annual Dragon Lights Festival at the Wilbur D. May Arboretum in Reno is always such a magical experience.

Every year, artists fly in from China and hand make the most impressive lanterns that line the pathways of the already beautiful arboretum and bring it to life in a way that's honestly hard to describe.  The theme changes every year, so each time you go, it's a fresh experience.

If you're on the fence about going, take it from me—it's an easy yes.  How often do you get to experience the city at dark?

What you'll find at the event:

*40+ displays.  It seems to keep on growing with each and every year

*A souvenir section with handmade goods (sometimes you can catch workers making)

*Food court filled with local goodness

*Interactive playground.  Suited for all ages.

Notes:

-Park in the second lot to the right when you enter from the main entrance

-No pets allowed

-Weekday tickets are cheaper weekend tickets

-Groups of 10 and more are discounted

-Stroller and wheelchair friendly

-Tickets are cheaper when bought online

-Book tickets a little before sunset (the sun sets around 8:30 pm) to catch the displays in all their glory

-Have your tickets ready to scan at the gate by opening up your email for the QR code.

-A box office is available for walk ups

-Porta potties are available inside the event

-Check the weather ahead of time to dress accordingly.

-Bring your own water to stay hydrated and save a little money

-Season passes are available if you’re planning to visit more than once.

-Early bird discounts are offered by newsletter at the beginning of the season.

-September 26 | 10am-3pm

The Love of Art Luncheon and Artisan Shopping Fundraiser

*Location:

Nevada Museum of Art

160 W Liberty St, Reno, NV 89501

*Tickets

*Instagram

"Celebrate the creativity that unites our community in this vibrant event, featuring exclusive shopping, delicious dining, and exciting raffle prizes.

As the Friends’ largest fundraiser of the year, all proceeds will support the Museum’s exhibitions and acquisitions, with your generous contribution making it all possible."

-Description from website

-September 26 & 27 | 4pm

 Desert Moon Music Festival 

*Location:

Reno City Plaza

30 N Virginia St.

Reno NV 89501

*TICKETS

"Desert Moon is a two-night electronic music festival at Reno’s City Plaza in the fall. Over two evenings, attendees will experience immersive stage design, large-scale art installations, food vendors, and a welcoming, community-driven vibe against the backdrop of the Truckee River and Reno sky."

-Description from website

-September 27 | 12-8pm  

Fairy Fair - A Mystical Market 

*Location:

The Potentialist Workshop

836 E 2nd St, Reno, NV 89502

"Get ready for our next event at Under The Mountain! 💫 Join us for Fairy Fair, a mystical market featuring over 30 local vendors, food trucks, live music, tarot, tours of our 20,000 sqft immersive art exhibit and so much more.

This is an all-ages event from 12pm - 8pm on Saturday September 27th. Dress in your flounciest dapper attire and frolic in our weird and wonderous world! 🧚‍♀️"

-Description from Instagram

-September 27 | 6pm & 7:30pm  

The Mafia Wedding Murder Mystery 

*Location:

Virginia & Truckee Railroad

166 F Street 

Virginia City, NV 89440

-September 27 | 7pm-12am  

Dead Artist's Ball 

*Location:

Whitney Peak Hotel

255 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501

*TICKETS

*Instagram

Costumed Karaoke Contest & Unstoppable Beats, & Live Art & Performances.

-September 27 | 8pm  

Twilight in Concert 

*Location:

Pioneer Center

100 S Virginia St, 

Reno, NV 89501

*Instagram

-September 27 | 12-8pm  

October Fest 

*Location:

Pigeon Head Brewery & Slieve Brewing Co.

840 E 5h St. 

Reno NV 89512

*Website | Pigeon Head | Slieve

-September 27 |11am-Sold Out 

Bread Girl & Pink Sugar Coffee Pop-up 

*Location

1923 Prater Way, Sparks NV 89431

-September 27 & 28 | 12-6pm  

Blocktoberfest

*Location:

The Reno Brewery Arts District

903 E 4th St #100, 

Reno, NV 89512

*Instagram | Brewery Arts District | Big Blue Q | Reno Bar & Grill | Slieve Brewing Co.

"It’s almost BLOCKTOBERFEST time! 🍺🥨

Join us in Reno’s Brewery District for our take on an Oktoberfest filled weekend!
Saturday September 27th and Sunday September 28th from 12-6pm.
We will have German food from @bigblueqoftahoe, Reno Bar and Grill will have a special menu for the weekend, ourselves and Pigeon Head Brewery will have games & prizes on Saturdays festivities. And of course, NEW BEER RELEASES!

Prost! 🍻"

-Description from Instagram

-September 27 & 28

Candy Dance Festival

*Location:

2289 Main Street
Genoa, NV 89411

*Website

*Facebook

*My Candy Dance Blog Post

-September 27 & 28 | 11am-2pm  

Scarecrow Building 

*Location:

Rail City Garden Center

1720 Brierley Way, Sparks, NV 89434

*Website

*$20/scarecrow.  Supplies included.

-September 27 & 28 

Tahoe Games Mountain Sports Festival 

*Location:

Lake Tahoe Amphitheater

Highway, 50 Stateline Ave, Stateline, NV 89449

"The Tahoe Games Mountain Sports Festival is taking over the Lake Tahoe Amphitheatre at Caesars Republic for two days of non-stop music, mountain sports & community!"

-Description from website

-September 28 10am-12pm  

Wild Sierra Nevada Book Signing Event 

Nook & Cranny Book Wagon

*Location:

Riverside Farmer's Market (9am-1pm)

2055 Idlewild Dr, Reno, NV 89509

*Instagram | Riverside Farmer's Market | Nook & Cranny Book Wagon

-September 28 | 11am-2:30pm  

Family Farm Festival 

*Location:

Kid Zone Museum

11711 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee, CA 96161

*Instagram

"🐴 Family Farm Fest is almost here! 🎉
Mark your calendars for Sunday, Sept 28 and get ready for a day full of pony rides, live animals, crafts, music, and family fun at KidZone Museum.

Don’t miss one of our favorite events of the year!"

-Description from Instagram

-October 1 | 9pm

Movie Night - Harry Potter & The Sorcerer Stone 

*Location:

Bertha Mirandas

336 Mill St, Reno, NV 89501

*Website

"Welcoming the wizardly world of Harry Potter to @BerthaMirandas

Come join us for a magical cinematic night.

Enjoy your favorite magical series with your favorite drinks and snacks all in one place. Come dressed up for more magical fun and bring your own bean bag.

Cocktails, Mocktails and everything in between!

Open to all. Taking RSVP’s for the first 20 spots. DM to secure one of the first 20 spots. First come first serve for anyone after the 20! RSVP spots will be held until 8:45 PM. Please arrive by this time to solidify your spots!"

-Description from Instagram

-October 2-30 | 5pm

Thursdays of Terror 

*Location:

Sparks Library

1125 12th St, 

Sparks, NV 89431

*Instagram

*Check out Washoe County's Explorer magazine for more details & action.

*A lot of library events require registration, so be sure to always check out all of the details on the website.

-October 2-31 (8pm-12am):  

The Final Hour Haunted House 

*Location:

875 Deming Way, 

Sparks NV 89431

*Website

*TICKETS

*My REEL of this haunt.

*Instagram

Halloween fans, horror fans, thrill seekers, and the brave and the bold.... Come a little closer.

Let me introduce you to your newest Halloween obsession - @finalhourhaunt.

Only 5 nights left for this top Halloween attraction.
October 24, 25, 30, 31, & November 1.
10,000 square feet
Professional actors
8pm - Midnight

This haunt is owned and operated by a family headed by Kyle, a man who's dreamed of creating a haunt of his own since he was a kid. I found out about this detail through his mom, who was at the front office along with the rest of the family. I'm not kidding when I say that this is one of the sweetest ladies I've met in Reno. So ironic because her son is responsible for this incredible haunt. It's the genes I tell ya!

This is the power of manifestation. And lucky for us, we get to reap the benefits of this dream come to life in the form of an incredible haunt that holds within it tons of Halloween magic. The details .. the characters... The scenes and the excitement.

You'll find it all here at The Final Hour.

I tried not to include too many details to leave the experience a surprise. Consider this reel a trailer for one of the best attractions you can experience in Reno during the month of October.

Notes
*Google directions misses the mark by just a little bit. Instead of turning at the gate area, make sure to look for a nearby gray "logic" sign and turn into that parking lot
*Dress warm as you'll be waiting outside
*Jump scares & strobe lights included
*I advise Kyle to add in a couple of stair lights at the end of the haunt as I didn't catch them in the darkness. The floor at the end is also a little uneven, so please watch your step
*4-5 time slots available
*Staff is super professional and friendly
*Recommended for ages 8+
*Tickets 🎟️
$32.80 general admission
$48.70 VIP (gets you front of the line access)

I've been posting about Kyle's haunt in my fall guide for the past 3 years. I've totally have been sleeping on this gem. It was finally nice to have made it out. Thanks so much, Kyle, for horrifying great time. 🖤🔪

-October 3 | 7-10pm  

Movie Night:  Beetlejuice 

*Location

Ferrari Farms

4701 Mill St, 

Reno, NV 89502

*Website

*Instagram

*Movies show every Friday night throughout October.

-October 10:  Nightmare Before Christmas

-October 17:  Hocus Pocus

-October 24:  Edward Scissorhands

-October 3 | 8-10pm 

Flicks on the Bricks Movie Night in The Park 

*Location:

West St. Plaza

First and  Arlington (or google directions for Sierra Tap House)
Reno, 89501

*Instagram

"Join us for a fabulous community movie night under the stars on Friday, October 3rd at 8PM in West Street Plaza!

Grab your pals and dinner at one of the Riverwalk District’s amazing restaurants and head downtown for a screening of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, presented by the City of Reno and Cordillera International Film Festival.

Event Highlights:
-Lawn games in the park before the movie starts
-Delicious eats from a local food truck
-Drinks available from Sierra Tap House next door

Seating is limited — arrive early to snag a table or bring your own blanket and lawn chair!"

-Description from Instagram

-October 4 | 9:30-11am 

International Coffee Outside Day w/ Coffee Outside Reno 

*Location:

Ivan Sack Park

3005 Idlewild Dr, Reno, NV 89509

-October 4 | 5:30-8pm  

Young Blood Under 21 Artist Showcase 

*Location

The Holland Project

140 Vesta St, Reno, NV 89502

"Fall YOUNG BLOOD is upon us on Saturday, Oct 4 from 5:30-8PM. Incredible artworks from artists under 21; live music from Big Woop; Doll Wings on the decks; hands-on activities like buttons, poster art, Popcorn Bling, charm bracelets, screenprinting and more from @washoecountylibrary and @laikapress; Photo Booth; snacks and more! 🎉💕🎃

🎥🎬 The theme is “Behind the Silver Screen” - think vintage cinema, black and white movies, old Hollywood…maybe with a little spooky October/Halloween/classic monster vibe! 👀 There’s a $1 donation at the door and costumes are encouraged. 🛸 See you Sat!"

-Description from website

Try these magical wings on at the event.

-October 4 | 10am-4pm  

Botanical Magic Mural & Chalk Art Festival 

*Location:

Nevada Fine Arts

1301 S Virginia St.

Reno, NV 89502

*Website

One of the most incredible communities in Reno, with a history that runs deep, gathers around the love of art and celebrates it at Nevada Fine Arts - a place where artists, students, and even curious beginners come together, find inspiration, and keep Reno’s creative spirit alive.  Whether an established or beginner artist, art enthusiast, or aspiring artist, you must absolutely check this place out and join the club.  

-October 4 | 11am-Sold Out

The Matcha Girl Grand Opening 

*Location:

Sierra Water Gardens

2055 Dickerson Rd, Reno, NV 89503

*Website

*Instagram | The Matcha Girl | Sierra Water Gardens

-October 4 | 9am-2pm  

Community Harvest Cleanup hosted by Green Vibe World 

*Location

1725 S. McCarran Blvd. Reno NV 89502 (Cleanup)

5305 Mill St. Reno NV 89502 (Harvest & BBQ)

*Instagram

-October 4 | 5-9pm  

Dinner on the Bridge

*Location: 

Virginia St. Bridge

Downtown Reno

*TICKETS

*Instagram | Sierra Arts Foundation

Just down the street from the bridge:
Sierra Arts Foundation
17 S. Virginia Street
Reno, Nevada 89502

-October 4 | 7-9pm  

Annual 1st Saturday Halloween Dance Social 

*Location:

The Ballroom of Reno

2540 Sutro St. #4, Reno, NV 89512

-October 4 | 9am-3pm 

Annual Fall Festival & Coffin Races 

*Location:

Heritage Park (55 mins. from Reno)

1447 Courthouse Alley, Gardnerville, NV 89410

*Website

Like Virginia City’s Outhouse Races, Gardnerville has its own quirky Halloween tradition - the Coffin Races. It’s an absolute blast and guaranteed to make you grin. What really makes it shine, though, is the community itself.  The people of Gardnerville are genuinely warm and their spirit is contagious. At the event, you can expect Halloween themed eats, creative craft vendors, plenty of fun spectators, and all the right fall vibes. 

Nearby

While in town, why not make it an adventure?

*Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center
*J.T. Basque Bar & Dining Room 
*Lampe Park
*Downtown Minden & Gardnerville Shops 
*Genoa (10 minutes away)

*Shat's Bakery

*DST Coffee

*Chocolate Shoppe

-October 4 | 11am-2pm  

Ward 4 Fall Festival 

*Location:

Dorothy McAlinden Park

14000 Stead Blvd. 

Reno, NV 89506

"Celebrate the Fall season at the Ward 4 Fall Festival, hosted by Ward 4 Reno City Councilmember Meghan Ebert!

The free, family-friendly event will be held on Saturday, October 4, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Dorothy McAlinden Park.

Attendees can enjoy a variety of fall-themed activities, including pumpkin decorating, games, and delicious treats from La Victoria Coffee, NOLA Sliders, and Taqueria Villegas. The first 100 attendees will also receive food tickets. Local organizations including SAVE, Reno Food Systems, Nevada 211, and the Senior Resident Advisory Board will be on-site to share valuable resources and programs. The City’s Parks and Recreation Department will feature its Rolling Recreation Center, offering yard games, sports balls, table games, and arts and crafts, while staff provide information about recreation opportunities and community resources."

-Description from Instagram

-October 4 | 12pm  

Drag Brunch w/ The Twampsons (18+) 

*Location:

Parlay 6 Brewing Co.

*TICKETS

*Instagram | Parlay 6 | Zaddy | Maria

-October 4 & 5 | 12-4pm 

World Championship Outhouse Races  

*Location:

Virginia City

86 S C St, 

Virginia City, NV 89440

*Instagram

If you'd like to witness the most fun human beings on the planet make a spectacle of themselves, attend this event.  It will put a big smile on your face.  VC itself is a major attraction in the area, so when you make it out for an event, you also get the wholerest of the town to experience & explore.

Visit my friends at Bonanza Cantina for some authentic Mexican food.  The owners, Arturo & Samantha, are so awesome.  Hardworking, kind, and always happy to serve.  If they have flan on hand on your visit, don't skip out on it.  It's one of the best in the area.

-October 4 & 11 | 11am-7pm  

Great Pumpkin Festival 

*Location:

Idlewild Park

2055 Idlewild Dr, Reno, NV 89509

-October 5 | 12-2pm  

Vampire Penguin Shaved Snow Pop-Up 

*Location:

Betty's Thrift

395 S Wells Ave. 

Reno, NV 89502

Imagine premixing some trendy flavors, freezing them into blocks, then shaving them down into the fluffiest snowy ice (with the most expensive machine, lol) and topping them off with your favorite fresh fruits, candies/cookies, and sauces...  This is what Vampire Penguin has to offer.  I LOVE this stuff because it's practically a guilt free dessert that's super refreshing and very Instagram worthy.  My good friends, Tommy & Trinka, are the owners of this business, and they are such sweet people.  If you decide to make it out, make sure to give them your honest feedback (whether good or bad) because they're professional like that and want to make sure you have the best possible product and experience possible.  

-October 5 | 5pm  

5th Annual Small Town Art Throwdown Latte Art Competition 

*Location:

DST Coffee, Gardnerville

1411 Main St #5212, 

Gardnerville, NV 89410

-October 5 & 24 | 11am-1pm

Pressed Flower Pumpkin Event 

*Location:

The Stylish Scribe

245 Vine St suite a, Reno, NV 89503

*Instagram

*Tickets

"Join us for our Fall Pressed Flower Pumpkin Decorating event at Stylish Scribe.

We will provide a real or plastic white or orange pumpkin for you to decorate with pressed florals, napkins, and more!

Includes:
all the materials
a glass of bubbles and small snacks

If you want your own night with your friends please email us a custom date you’re thinking of and we can host a private event!"

-Description from website

-October 7, 14, 22, & 28 | 6pm  

Vertical Barre Amandaween 

Halloween Themed Pole Classes

*Location:

Vertical Barre

1350 Stardust St Suite B, Reno, NV 89503

*Instagram

*Website

-October 8 | 7pm  

First Ever Movie Night: Hocus Pocus 

*Location:

Outdoors of Great Basin Brewing

846 Victorian Ave, Sparks, NV 89431

"Big news, everyone! We’re hosting our very first outdoor movie night (weather permitting, we’ve got space indoors if needed!) right here at Great Basin Brewing in Sparks, and you’re invited! 🎬

Join us on Wednesday, October 8 at 7pm as we kick off spooky season with a showing of the classic Hocus Pocus! 🧙‍♀️🍿

Bring your chairs, cozy blankets, and the whole crew, it’s fun for the whole family! We’ll have plenty of delicious food, drinks, and brews to make the night even sweeter. Let’s light up the night with laughter, family, and a little Halloween magic. 🧡🎃"

-Description from Instagram

-October 9 | 9am-5pm  

Free Admission Day 

*Location:

National Automobile Museum

1 Museum Dr, Reno, NV 89501

"Event Highlights:
Face Painting & Balloon Twisting | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Special Needs Resource Fair (in collaboration with Newton Care Collaborative) | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Meet the Characters | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Coco Movie Screening | 11:30 AM
Popcorn Station | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Vitalant Blood Drive | 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Food Trucks (including fan-favorite Mary’s Mini’s)

Giveaways, movies, and surprises throughout the day!

Whether you’re visiting with family, supporting the community, or just looking for a great day out, there’s something for everyone at this one-of-a-kind celebration."

-Description from website

-October 9 | 7-9pm  

Hocus Pocus Night - Screening and Spell Book Craft 

*Location:

Picasso & Wine

148 Vassar St, Reno, NV 89502

*TICKETS

*Instagram

-October 9 | 7-10pm  

Charity Kiss Unplugged Fundraiser 

*Location:

EP Listening Lounge

1300 S Wells Ave. 

Reno, NV 89502

-October 10 | 6:30pm 

Fall Dance Showcase 

*Location:

Num Num Boba (Northwest Reno Location)

6300 Mae Anne Ave suite 3, 

Reno, NV 89523

-October 10 (7:30p) |  11 (2pm)  

Nevada Opera Theatre: Fall Opera Scenes 

*Location

Hall Recital Hall, UNR

1338 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89557

*TICKETS

*Instagram

-October 10 & 18 | 6:30-7:30pm

Spooky Candlelight Tour 

*Location:

Mackay Mansion 

291 S D St. 

Virginia City, NV 89440

*RSVP

*Website

"About the Event
Explore the Mackay Mansion by candlelight while hearing about interesting history and paranormal encounters. Paranormal equipment will be set around the mansion so that spirits can interact with us during the tour."

-Description from website

-October 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25, & 26:  

Birthday Candles 

*Location:

Reno Little Theater

147 E Pueblo St, Reno, NV 89502

*TICKETS

*Instagram

"Ernestine Ashworth spends her 17th birthday agonizing over her insignificance in the universe. Soon enough, it’s her 18th birthday. Even sooner, her 41st. Her 70th. Her 101st. Five generations, an infinity of dreams, and one cake baked over a century. This poignant and funny play takes its audience through the highlights, heartbreaks and extraordinary moments that make up one woman’s ordinary life."

-Description from website

-October 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 22, 23, 29, 30 & November 1:  

Club Inferno 

*Location:

Bruka Theatre

99 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501

*TICKETS

*Instagram

"This October, Brüka Theatre proudly announces the Reno premiere of Club Inferno, the electrifying, award-winning glam-rock musical created by Reno native Kell Kittell (book & lyrics) with music by Peter Fogel (music & lyrics). Originally a San Francisco cult sensation, Club Inferno blazes back with a reimagined production that fuses outrageous humor, high-voltage rock anthems, and dazzling theatrical spectacle.

Nightclub diva Dante is electrocuted mid-performance and wakes up in the most fabulous nightclub of all—Hell! Guided by the ancient poet Virgil, she journeys through an all-female underworld: nine levels, each ruled by icons from Cleopatra to Judy Garland. Along the way, she confronts the sins of fame, desire, and excess, all to an addictive glam-rock score. Filled with scandalous humor, dazzling costumes, and literally electrifying performances, the show turns Dante’s Divine Comedy into a cabaret of sin and redemption. By the end, our Dante discovers that in Hell, the only way out is to own exactly who you are—heels and all."

-Description from website

-October 11 | 10am-4pm 

Sierra Arts Book Fest 

*Location:

Downtown Sparks on Victorian Avenue

764-794 Victorian Ave, Sparks, NV 89431

"📚✨ SIERRA ARTS BOOK FEST – Inaugural Event! ✨
📚Join us for a FREE, family-friendly celebration of books, creativity, and community!
📅 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11th 🕙 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Downtown Sparks on Victorian Avenue (Next to the Depot Gallery & Bookstore)
MEET THE AUTHORS!
✔️ Over 2 dozen+ local authors, poets, and illustrators
✔️ Book readings & signings
✔️ Kids' craft area & fun activities
✔️ Magical Fairy Village
✔️ Genres for all ages: children’s books, Nevada history, romance, thrillers & more!
✔️Food & Drink Trucks
✔️ Come dressed as your favorite book character!
🎉 Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind literary celebration!"

-Description from wesbite

-October 11 | 5-9pm 

The Seedkeeper's Table 

*Location:

Urban Roots Farm

1700 E 2nd St, Reno, NV 89502

*Instagram | Urban Roots | Liberty Exchange | El Sativo Tequila

*TICKETS

-October 11  

Redrun VII The Ressurrection Zombie Run 

*Location:

Virginia City

Visitor's Center Address

86 S C St, Virginia City, NV 89440

*Instagram

*Registration

"THE COURSES

Redrun: Resurrection is a fast-paced run through a living ghost town. The fastest teams will be rewarded in a special ceremony at the AfterLife Party.

Choose your path. 3.33 miles or 6.66 miles.
3.33 MILE COURSE

4 DEAD ZONES | 2 SCARE ZONES | 4 REVIVE STATIONS
6.66 MILE COURSE

5 DEAD ZONES | 3 SCARE ZONES | 5 REVIVE STATIONS"

-Description from website

-October 11 |  4-7pm 

Haunted Night at the Mansion (21+)

*Location:

The Lake Mansion

250 Court St, 

Reno, NV 89501

*TICKETS

"Experience an unforgettable evening at Haunted Night at the Mansion – Phantom Masquerade on Saturday, October 11, and help raise funds to support free, high-quality art classes in five Washoe County Title I schools.

Step into the beautifully decorated, historic Lake Mansion to uncover clues and solve the mystery of the Phantom, all while enjoying live music, delicious food and beverages, tarot card readings, and the thrill of the unknown.

“We are so happy to be able to provide quality art classes to five of Washoe County’s Title 1 Schools”, said Executive Director Tim Young. “All funds raised at “Haunted Night” will be used to pay teachers to provide those classes.”

Tickets are $60 per person in advance of the event and include a complimentary masquerade mask making workshop held prior to the event.

Event sponsors include 10 Torr Distillery and Brewing Reno @10torr.reno , U.S. Bank @usbank, and Vmart.

Arts for All Nevada has been active in Reno for 40 years, providing quality arts opportunities for all by facilitating access to the arts at the community level, with special emphasis on those who have a disability, are disadvantaged, at-risk, or underserved by the arts."

-Description from Instagram

-October 11 | 4-10pm  

Zombie Prom (21+) 

*Location:

Underworld Distillery

5301 Longley Ln Bldg F Suite #203, 

Reno, NV 89511

*Website

*No Cover

"Get ready for a night of undead elegance at our Zombie Prom on Saturday, October 11th. Shuffle in with your ghastliest date and enter our corpse couple contest, where the most frightfully fashionable pair will be crowned and awarded a prize. Corpse Couple crowned at 7:30 PM. Sip on a sinister, one-night-only cocktail crafted just for the occasion, and enjoy spooky hits!"

-Description from Instagram

-October 11 |10am-6pm

Hands On! 2nd Saturday (Free Admission Day) 

*Location:

Nevada Museum of Art

160 W Liberty St, Reno, NV 89501

*Instagram

-October 11 | 3-8pm
Sun & Dust Market: The Witching Hour
*Location:
Douglas County Fairgrounds, Gardnerville
920 Dump Rd, 

Gardnerville, NV 89410

"✨🌙 The Witching Hour 🌙✨
Sun & Dust Market x Dare to Be a Cowboy presents a night of vendors, food, costumes, and Halloween fun 🖤

This market we’re coming together as a community to raise funds for Baby Inwood, who was born with Hypo-plastic Left Heart Disease. 💜 Every bit of love and support makes a difference for his family.

🗓 Saturday, October 11th
🕒 3–8 PM
📍 Douglas County Fairgrounds

🛍 40+ spooky vendors
🍔 Food & drink trucks
🎨 Face painting
🎭 Costumes encouraged
🕷 Spooky decor & Halloween vibes"

-Description from Instagram

-October 11 (10am-7pm) & 12 (10am-6pm)

Great Italian Festival

The ROW

500 N Sierra St, Reno, NV 89503

*Instagram El Dorado

*TICKETS | Wine Walk | VIP Tent

*My 2023 REEL

-October 11, 12, 18, 19, 24, 25, & 26  

Pumpkin Patch Express 

*Location:

V& T Railroad

166 F St, Virginia City, NV 89440

*Tickets

*Instagram

-October 12 | 7-9pm  

Scheel's Ladies Night

*Location:

Scheel's @ The Outlets at Legends

1200 Scheels Drive

Sparks, NV 89434

*Instagram

*Facebook

"✨ Ladies Night is BACK! ✨ Join us Sunday, October 12th from 7–9PM for an exclusive after-hours shopping event! 🎁 For 2 hours, you'll have the store all to yourself to get a first look at the latest seasonal trends. Our fashion experts will be on hand to help you find your perfect look.

Tickets are just $25, and your purchase supports a great cause, with all proceeds benefiting @gotrsierras. Plus, as a thank you, every attendee will receive a $25 SCHEELS gift card at the door, making your ticket essentially free!"

-Description from Instagram

-October 12 | 1:30-4pm  

October Watercolor with Carolyn Runnells 

*Location:

Nevada Fine Arts

1301 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502

*Instagram

*Register

*Other classes & events

-October 12 | 11am-Sold Out 

Breadgirl Pop-Up 

*Location:

Pangolin Cafe

955 S Virginia St STE 110 

Reno, NV 89502

*Instagram | Pangolin Cafe

-November 12 | 6pm  

Old Time Music Jam 

*Location:

Mountain Music Parlor

735 S Center St, Reno, NV 89501

"But playing the same old thing is! Join a crazy bunch of music makers who love to trance out on Old Time! Get those old fiddle tunes under your belt and you'll be invited to every camp out in the country. fact
Starts at 6:00....goes till we kick you out"

-Description from Facebook

-October 14 | 6:30pm  

2025 Trew to You Ski Film Tour 

*Location:

Lake Tahoe Aleworx Reno

*TICKETS

*Instagram

"The 2025 TREW To You Ski Film Tour brought to you by TREW Gear and Hestra Gloves is coming to Lake Tahoe AleWorx Reno on Tuesday 10/14 for the premiere of Adapt!

After a lifetime of competing in high-level sports, the path of local athlete Shelby Estocado took a dramatic turn following a snowboarding accident where she suffered a spinal cord injury in 2020. Now an adaptive skier, High Fives Athlete & Sisters in Sports Athlete, Shelby's story is one of resilience, grit, and SO. MUCH. STOKE.

Come watch Adapt, alongside five other selected films all in the running to win a $15,000 grand prize for the TREW To You Film Contest.

You’ll get the chance to meet Shelby and filmmaker Jordan Drew IRL, hang with the TREW Crew, and best of all raise money for High Fives Foundation and the Smaine Fund during a rad night of ski films. Swag and raffle prizes from a huge host of partners including free outerwear, skis, gloves and much more are up for grabs!"

-Description from website

-October 14 | 6pm  

Halloween Trivia Night 

*Location:

Celler 8 Wine Bar

408 N Carson St, Carson City, NV 89701

*Website

"🧛‍♀️ Trivia Night: Goblins, Ghouls & Monsters
📅 Tuesday, October 14th | 6 PM

Get ready for a spooktacular night of trivia, laughter, and a touch of fright at Cellar 8! Test your knowledge of haunted legends, classic monsters, and all things Halloween while enjoying themed cocktails and your favorite fall wines.

Bring your friends, grab a table, and see who can survive the final round — it’s going to be a ghoulishly good time filled with fun, friendly competition, and prizes for the top teams. 🎃🍷"

-Description from Instagram

-October 15 | 6-9pm  

Mystic Bingo 

Stone Creek Lodge

95 Foothill Rd, Reno, NV 89511

*Instagram

"🔮✨ The countdown is on!
Mystic Bingo is creeping closer, and trust us, you do not want to miss this magical night of bingo, costumes, tarot, and seriously amazing prizes!

🗓 Wednesday, October 15
🕕 6–9 PM
📍 Stone Creek Lodge – 95 Foothill Rd, Reno
🎟 $35 includes your first bingo card + one drink ticket. More tickets available for purchase!

We’ve got tarot readers ready to reveal your fate, a costume contest for the bold and bewitching, and bingo rounds full of laughs and lucky wins.

Spots are limited! Grab your ticket now and let your spooky side shine:"

-Description from website

-October 15 | 6pm  

Pink Boo Ghost Craft 

*Location:

Final Draught

5318 Sparks Blvd Ste. 104, Sparks, NV 89436

*TICKETS ($48)

-October 16 | 7pm  

Y Not Live Comedy Sketch 

*Location:

Theater Works

315 Spokane St. 

Reno, NV 89512

"A bold, community-rooted sketch comedy show. Join us for an intimate evening of laughs, live performances, and a one-of-a-kind experience. Be part of the live studio audience as we film in front of YOU, stream live on YouTube, and bring fresh comedy to Reno. Think SN vibes with a local twist."

-Description from Instagram

-October 16-31 

Haunted Mini Golf 

*Location:

The Generator

2450 Oddie Blvd Suite 110, 

Sparks, NV 89431

*TICKETS

*Instagram

*My REEL of last year's mini golf.

"Join us for a spooktacular time at Haunted Mini-Golf

Get ready to putt your way through a ghoulishly fun artist-made mini-golf course filled with creepy obstacles and eerie surprises, shop spooky handmade local items, and enjoy our bar with specialty drinks!

Haunted Halloween Mini-Golf is a fun and creative DIY event where teams build their own mini-golf holes and compete against each other for one of the three grand prizes! All the voting is done by the participants.

Don't miss out on this spine-chilling experience! Mark your calendars and join us for Haunted Halloween Mini-Golf at The Generator Community Makerspace. It's going to be a scream!

We'll also be featuring vendors, food trucks, and we may or may not have a small pumpkin patch available, not to mention more candy than we should legally be allowed to purchase."

-Description from website & Instagram

Haunted mini golf encapsulated everything I LOVE about Halloween.  It has these amazing Halloween themed golf courses that talented local artists build with their own hands.  Who is the world builds anything these days... and with their own hands for that matter?!?  LOL.  To spark a little friendly competition, these artists are rewarded prizes for "Best Hole" and "People's Choice".  They are such an inspiration and to be able to enjoy their creations in such a fun manner is just something so special to me.  Come out to this event.  I can almost guarantee you a good time.  Of course, the last bit depends on how much energy you bring and how ready you are to let all of this magic in.  

Last year’s event featured cozy hangout spots, a rad local food truck (Silver State Pie Co.), a small bar, a vendor section packed with Halloween themed creations, creepy background music, complimentary candy, a super fun all ages craft (ghost terrariums), and all the vibes you look for in a Halloween celebration.

Pricing
Adults: $15
Kids and Members: $10
Family: $40

Dates
Thursday: 10/16, 10/23, 10/30
4-8 PM

Friday: 10/17, 10/24, 10/31
5-9 PM

Saturday: 10/18, 10/25
5-9 PM

-October 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 30, 31 & November 1 

Booville + Macabre Manor Haunt 

*Location:

1201 Stardust St. 

Reno NV 89503

*REEL of Booville/Macabre Manor

*TICKETS

Subscribe to their newsletter on their website for ongoing promo codes.

Ongoing promotion through mid-October:  BOO2025

$5 off adult tickets.

-October 17 | 6-9pm  

Diwaliwood 

*Location:

National Automobile Museum

1 Museum Dr. 

Reno, NV 89501

*RSVP

*Instagram

"Diwaliwood, @RenoTahoe's largest FREE celebration of Indian food, art, and culture returns October 17th — bigger and brighter than ever! Get ready for a dazzling night where Hollywood glamour meets the vibrant traditions of India and you become the star!
From bold Bollywood performances and festive bites by top local chefs to Indian whisky tastings and unforgettable moments, this high-energy evening brings the spirit of Diwali to life—all while supporting a powerful mission to provide 60,000 meals to the Food Bank of Northern Nevada.
Don't keep this a secret. Share this reel with friends and get your group to RSVP ASAP!
🎟️ FREE EVENT — $25 donation to @foodbanknn suggested
⭐️ RSVP — www.yelpreno.com (Yelp account required)
📍 @NationalAutomobileMuseum
📆 October 17 — 6pm–9pm
🪔 Hosted bites, sips, and sensational experiences all night long
See you in Diwaliwood!"

-Description from Instagram

-October 17 | 4pm  

Pumpkins & Petals Flower Arrangement Workshop (21+)

*Location:

10 Torr
490 Mill St, 

Reno, NV 89502

*TICKETS ($40/person)

*Instagram | Fern & Fruit | 10 Torr

"🍂 Pumpkins & Petals Workshop 🍂 

Join us at 10Torr in Reno for a fall floral experience! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design your very own autumn arrangement inside a fresh pumpkin! Perfect for bringing seasonal charm to your home. Each ticket includes your own pumpkin, all materials, flowers, and guided instruction. 

Plus, participants will enjoy a BOGO drink coupon to sip and savor while you create! Please Note: BOGO coupon valid for Draft Cocktails and Draft Beer only & Valid during workshop hours only. This is a 21+ event"

-Description from website

-October 17 | 2-6:45pm (round-trip,

 Includes to hours in Virginia City)
Mark Twain Days Twain Train 

*Departs:  Eastgate Depot

Eastgate Siding Rd, Carson City, NV 89701

*TICKETS

*Instagram

-October 17 | 8pm

Sinister Cabaret

*Location:

Black Rabbit Mead Company

401 E 4th St. 

Reno, NV 89512

*Instagram | Metalesque | Black Rabbit Mead  Co.

*Website

*TICKETS

-October 17 | 7-9pm 

 Reno Ghost Tours Paranormal Workshop (21+) 

*Location:

Underworld Distillery

5301 Longley Ln bldg f ste 203, 

Reno, NV 89511

*Instagram | Reno Ghost Tours | Underworld Distillery

*Website | Reno Ghost Tours | Underworld Distillery

-October 17 | 6pm
Conquering Arachnophobia 

*Location:

Our Center

1745 S Wells Ave

Reno, NV 89502

*Instagram | Our Center | Spider Stuff Co.

-October 17 & 18 | 3-8pm 

Halloween Movie Night & Market 

*Location:

Reno Experience District

2072 Experience Ave, 

Reno, NV 89502

-October 17 & 18 | 6pm-9pm

Haunted Hoops 

*Location:

Urban Roots Farm

1700 E 2nd St.

Reno, NV 89502

*Tickets

*Instagram

The vibes at Urban Roots are always perfect.  They are always just so thoughtful with their programs & events. 

"Join us for a spooky night at the farm! Enjoy some tasty food and drinks, construct your own broomstick to fly on using natural materials, and more Halloween crafts! Take your chances in our haunted house (opens at 7pm) or stumble through the spooky cookie cave. Fun for all ages!"

-Description from Website

-October 17 & 18 | 5-10pm  

Reno Night Market 

*Location:

Idlewild Park

2055 Idlewild Dr, Reno, NV 89509

*Facebook

"Reno Night Market is teaming up with Western Lights

Get ready, Reno! On October 17 & 18, the Western Lights Festival invites you to a magical weekend at Idlewild Park. A vibrant, community-powered celebration designed to light the way to our 2026 festival, this fundraiser will bring together local makers, food trucks, musicians, families, and art lovers for an unforgettable experience under the autumn sky. Expect a dynamic mix of local vendors, music, hands-on art, performances, tasty treats, mutant vehicles, and kid-friendly fun — all while we raise funds and rally support for one of Reno’s most exciting new events. Suggested donation of $10 per adult for entry (children are free). Event runs from 5-10pm Friday and Saturday.

This isn’t just a fundraiser — it’s a friend-raiser. Throughout the evening, we’ll be collecting donations, recruiting volunteers, and offering new ways to get involved. If you attended last year's Western Lights Festival, we can't wait to see you again! If you missed out last year, this is your chance to get involved!"

-Description from Facebook

-October 18 | 10am-4pm  

Day at The Museum (access to all museums) 

*Location:

University of Nevada 

1664 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89557

"FREE admission!

Join us from 10 am to 4 pm for Day at the Wilbur D. May Museum and at UNR to see everything North Reno has to offer!

Explore:
🎨 Lilley Museum of Art
🪐 Fleischmann Planetarium
💎 W M Keck Earth Science and Mineral Engineering Museum
🐍 UNR Museum of Natural History
🐝 The Biggest Little Pollinator Garden
🖼️ University Galleries
🐑 Jon Bilbao Basque Library
🌳 University of Nevada, Reno Arboretum
🗿 Museum of People, Place, and Time
🔍 Shared History Gallery
📜 Special Collections, UNR Libraries
🗄️ The University Libraries at the University of Nevada, Reno Archives
📗 Black Rock Press
🦌 Wilbur D. May Center Museum
⛰️ Nevada Seismological Laboratory
🏈 Nevada Wolf Pack

🎁 Pick up a Day at the Museum bingo card at any location, collect stamps as you go, and redeem them for fun prizes!"

*Description from Instagram

-October 18 | 10am-3pm  

The Lucky Few Fall Festival 

*Location:

Ferrari Farms

4701 Mill St. 

Reno, NV 89502

*TICKETS ($35/adult, $22/kid)

"Join us for our 4th annual Lucky Few Fall Festival! 

The time of year where you get to celebrate Down syndrome, while enjoying the crisp fall air at Ferrari Farms and meeting Hollywood celebrity David DeSanctis (Where Hope Grows, Color My World with Love, These Stones).

This is a fun event for the whole family.

What to expect:
A Day at Ferrari Farms is a fun-filled day where you can meet David DeScantis while enjoying some of the fun activities at Ferrari Farms. 

 Each ticket includes:
-access to the barn area with David
-lunch from a local food truck
-dessert bar
-(plus cotton candy!)
-vendors with games
-ticket to the corn maze
-ticket to the hay ride
-Kids' Corner: pumpkin decorating and other crafts"

-Description from website

-October 18 | 8pm  

Comedy Night 

*Location:

Coffee N' Comics 

940 W Moana Ln. 

Reno, NV 89509

*Instagram

-October 18  

The Funktion Chicano Market 

Candy Bars, Cars, & Movie Stars 

*Location:

El Rancho Drive-In Movie Theater

555 El Rancho Dr, Sparks, NV 89431

*TICKETS

-October 18 | 1-6pm  

11th Annual Grand Sierra Beer & Chili Festival 

*Location:

Grand Sierra Resort

The Pool

2500 E 2nd St, Reno, NV 89595

"Benefiting Reno Rodeo Foundation
What happens when tasty cold beers and live music meet spicy hot bowls of chili? That’s right, party time! This October it’s time to don the comfy pants, grab your best buds, and head on over to the Grand Sierra Beer & Chili Festival.

Savor beer tastings from dozens of local, regional and national craft beer favorites. In between sips, slurp your way through delicious chili samples and other menu specialties from local restaurants – then vote for your favorite chili to take home the People’s Choice prize (a $1,000 donation to the charity of their choice a $1,000 cash prize, and a trophy — along with bragging rights until next year).

Live entertainment featuring 90s alternative cover band Total Recall!

A portion of all ticket sales will benefit the Reno Rodeo Foundation.

*Ticket prices increase on Saturday, October 4. Event is for guests 21+ years of age only."

-Description from website

-October 18 | 10am-2pm  

Harvest Fest

*Location: 

Tahoe City Community Center (Lake Tahoe)

401 W Lake Blvd.

Tahoe City, CA 96145

*Website

"The event is free, but all-inclusive wristbands will be sold for $20 each. (Includes unlimited access to hay rides, activities, and carnival games); Food Truck items sold separately."

-October 18 | 8pm-2am

Reno Zombie Crawl

*Location:

Downtown & Midtown

*Crawl Cups

*Website

*Instagram

The Reno Zombie Crawl is one of the largest bar crawls in the world, transforming downtown Reno into a spooky, lively street party. Thousands of participants dress up as zombies, enjoying drink specials at numerous bars, live music, and themed events. It's a fun, festive way to get into the Halloween spirit with a massive community of partygoers.

-October 18 | 6-9pm  

Tarot Reading by Ness Lindberg 

*Location:

Underworld Distillery

5301 Longley Ln bldg f ste 203, Reno, NV 89511

*Website

-October 18 | 3-8pm  

2nd Annual Trunk or Treat & Haunted House 

*Location:

Theatre Works

315 Spokane St, Reno, NV 89512

"Join us and the @jsdboosters Annual Trunk-or-Treat & Haunted House in partnership 🎃This super fun and Spooktacular community Trunk-or-Treat is FREE for all with optional additional low cost activities and treats! Plus you may see some spooky familiar faces in our Haunted House!

$5 hotdog, chips & drink! Plus, lots of delicious treats, cotton candy, popcorn, cakewalk, Halloween and fall, art projects, face painting, glitter tattoos, and more!"

-Description from Instagram

-October 18 | 7pm 

Make a Hocus Pocus Spell Book 

*Location:

Picasso & Wine

148 Vassar St, Reno, NV 89502

*Instagram

*TICKETS

-October 18 & 19 | 9am-4:30pm  

Harvest Train (Carson City)

Nevada State Railroad Museum

2180 S Carson St. 

Carson City, NV 89701

*Instagram

*TICKETS

-October 19 | 10am-4pm  

Reno Antique Faire 

*Location

Reno Arch 

301 N Virginia St.

Reno NV 89501

-October 19 | 10am-4pm 

Verdi Pumpkin Patch 

*Location:

Verdi Elementary School

250 Bridge St, Verdi, NV 89439

*Instagram

-October 21-26:  

& Juliet 

*Location:

Pioneer Center

100 S Virginia St, 

Reno, NV 89501

*Instagram

*TICKETS

"Created by the Emmy®-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek,” this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way.

Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including "Since U Been Gone‚" "Roar," "Baby One More Time," "Larger Than Life‚" "That’s The Way It Is,“ and "Can't Stop the Feeling!"—all from the genius songwriter/producer behind more #1 hits than any other artist this century. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo. The only thing tragic would be missing it.

& Juliet is recommended for ages 8+ with adult language. Show and dates are subject to change. Some fees may not be refundable. Ticket policies are at the discretion of the theater and may be changed at any time."

-Description from website

-October 23 | 9pm-12am  

Freaks Come Out Adult Skate Party  (18+)

*Location:

Roller Skate Kingdom

515 E 7th St, Reno, NV 89512

*Website

*Waiver (do yourself a favor and fill this up before your visit)

"🕷️🩸 The Freaks Come Out… and So Should YOU! 🩸🕷️
Join us for the ULTIMATE 18+ Adult Skate Party — where the music is killer 🎶, the costumes are wicked 👻, and the vibes are scarily good.

🎧 DJ Slydz will keep you rolling all night!
🧟‍♂️ Costume Contest with CASH prizes 💰 – so bring your creepiest, freakiest, or funniest fits!

💲 $20 (includes skates & blades)"

-Description from Instagram

 

-October 23 | 5:30-8pm  

Movies in the Studio: Hocus Pocus (21+) 

*Location:

Brick & Pine Studio

305 N Carson St #202, 

Carson City, NV 89701

*TICKETS

*Instagram

"BOO! We are SO excited to bring back our Movie Nights in the Studio!! Our first one will be the one and only HOCUS POCUS on October 23rd! 👻🎃
Tickets are available to purchase on our website. Head to “BOOK NOW” and click on “STUDIO HOSTED EVENTS”.
Food and drinks are included. This event is 21+. SEE YOU THERE WITCHES! 🧙‍♀️🕸️"

-Description from Instagram

-October 23 | 7-10pm

Reno Hip Hop Open Mic (21+) 

*Location:

Wing King

101 E Pueblo St, Reno, NV 89502

*Instagram | Wing King

-October 23 | 4pm

Halloween Trunk or Treat

*Location:

South 40

1445 S Meadows Pkwy, Reno, NV 89521

*Instagram

I wrote about South 40 on one of my latest REELS on Instagram.  I feel like it doesn't get the love it deserves.  It has tons of space - restaurant, backyard, patio, restaurant, arcade, and party rooms.  As a parent, you can go there knowing your children can roam free and have fun while you kick back and relax.  Since their entertainment section was taken over by In The Game two years ago, they've sculpted such rad entertainment/birthday packages & promos, and their food is always yummy (kid's meals are seriously a steal).  This spot showcases local talent & serves as the prefect venue for community events.

-October 24 | 5-8pm  

Trunk or Treat Halloween Block Party 

*Location:

Nevada State Museum

600 N Carson St, Carson City, NV 89701

*Website

-October 24 | 7pm  

Dead Reno Haunted House 

*Location

Wild Flower on 7th

1273 W 7th St, Reno, NV 89503

*TICKETS ($15)

*Instagram

DEAD RENO On October 24th at 7:00 PM, Wildflower on 7th becomes Dead Reno Haunted House for one night only. Step inside and experience the darker side of Reno. ~Vibes~ Bring your Darkness. This is an age 15+ party, plan to be scared. No alcohol Tarot Ghost Stories Costume Prizes “Wildflower on 7th is a women-owned co-op and community space in Reno, created to bring people together through connection, creativity, and wellness. Founded by six women, Wildflower is a place where you can grow, gather, and thrive. Whether you’re joining us for a workshop, hosting an event, or simply looking for a space to reset — you’re always welcome here.”

-October 24 | 8pm  

Don't Tell Comedy Halloween Show 

Location:

A Secret Location in Midtown (emailed morning of show)

*TICKETS

"📍 Backyard Show. This show will be at an outdoor residential location. Heating lamps will be available at the venue.

The precise address is emailed to ticket holders at 8:00 AM on the day of the event. You will also be able to pull the show address at that time using your email address on our website.

🍻 BYOB. Bring your own drinks.

🎃 Come dressed in your best Halloween costume for a chance to win a special gift basket, courtesy of the venue.

🪑 This show will have chairs provided - Reach out if you have accessibility needs.

🎤 21+ show."

-Description from website

-October 24 | 10pm  

Halloween Show

*Location:

The Spot Reno

50 N Sierra St # 106, 

Reno, NV 89501

*Instagram | zp_ratik | Nesta OG | DJ Ryon

-October 24, 25 & 31

Haunted House: Victorian Nightmare 

*Location:

Mackay Mansion

291 S D St, Virginia City, NV 89440

*RSVP

*Instagram

I attended last year’s Vampire Wedding Haunt (REEL), and it was absolutely glorious and unforgettable. Unlike a typical haunt where you just walk through a course and get scared, this one felt more like a full on experience, almost like being part of a live, themed play with a few perfectly placed scares mixed in. The mansion itself is stunning and makes the perfect backdrop for a haunt, and Virginia City is always magical, especially in October when the spooky town vibes are completely off the charts.

Friends, if you’re interested, grab your tickets ASAP! This experience has limited space and time slots.  They can only accommodate a small number of people per day.

-October 25 | 4-10pm 

Halloween Show 

*Location:

Former Location of Blue Zone next to Reno Public Market

299 E Plumb Lane Suite #115

Reno NV 89502

*TICKETS

*Instagram

"BOO! 🦇 It's the lineup reveal for HALLOWEEN SHOW on OCTOBER 25th. You know the drill ~ your favorite local bands as your favorite iconic bands (with many being raised from the dead!) ⚰

This year's flyer by Olivia Rogers 🕸 @livazard"

-Description from Instagram

-October 25 | 12-5pm 

14th Annual Halloween Trick or Treat

*Location 

The Discovery

*Instagram

*TICKETS

"Get ready for a hauntingly good time at The Discovery’s 14th annual Halloween Trick or Treat. Visit the museum in costume and trick-or-treat from gallery to gallery. There’ll be spooky decorations and delicious treats for all the friendly or scary ghosts, ghouls and goblins who dare to attend. Advance tickets are suggested, but not required."

-Description from website

-October 25 | 2pm & 7pm

Carson Creepy 

Halloween Short Film Competition Screenings 

*Location:

Brewery Arts Center

449 W King St. 

Carson City, NV 89703

*Instagram

-October 25 | 5-8pm

Ever After Presents Boo Bash

*Location:

South Lake Tahoe Parks & Recreation Center

1180 Rufus Allen Blvd.

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

*Tickets

*Website

*Instagram

"FOOLISH MORTALS! ☠️👻👀🕸️🕷️🎃💀🪦🧟

It’s time to purchase your BOO BASH Tickets! You can purchase them on our website in our Bio or eventbrite.com

A portion of ticket sales will be donated to the Live Like Giada scholarship fund in memory of all children we have lost. 

Saturday OCTOBER 25, 2025 🗓️
5pm-8pm ⏳
@cityofslt Rec Center 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd 🏬
Performances by @thestudio_tahoe 👯‍♀️
Food Truck @sombreros_tahoe 🌮
Haunted Carriage rides @tahoesleighride 🐴
Slime lab @campcrewtahoe 👩‍🔬
Spooky Hair Bar @sessions 👩‍🎤"

-Description from website

-October 25 | 12-5pm  

Haunted History Spirit Walk 

*Location:

Sparks Heritage Museum

814 Victorian Ave, Sparks, NV 89431

*TICKETS

*Instagram

*Website

"🎟 $10 per person (includes cup + museum admission)

✨ Event Highlights:
• Haunted history talks at select stops
• Costume contest with prizes for best looks
• Drink specials & spooky bites at local favorites
• Raffle prizes throughout the day
• Collect stamps at each venue & join the Spirit Hunt 👀

🍹 Participating Venues & Specials include:
– The Blind Onion Pizza & Pub: Beer Special + Twisted Pumpkin Sticks
– Pietro’s Famiglia: $10 Wine & Pasta Pairing
– Great Basin Brewing Co.: TBD
– O’skis Pub & Grille: $5 Beer Specials
– The Victorian Saloon: $4 Oktoberfest Beer
– Paloma Azul: $20 Beer Bucket (6) / BOGO Cocktails
– Nugget Casino Resort: TBD
– Burger NV: $10 Bloody Margarita
– Siren Salon: $5 Hair Tinsel or Face Paint + Wine Samples
– Galaxy Victorian Theatre: $5 Popcorn, $5 Drink, $5 Beer + Local Filmmaker Showcase
– Engine 8 Urban Winery: $10 Oogie Boogie Slushy

🎃 How to Win Raffle Prizes:
✔ Enter the Costume Contest
✔ Visit every participating venue (no purchase required)
✔ Attend haunted history talks
✔ Hunt down Sparks’ famous spirits like Last Chance Joe, Bertha Raffetto, John Sparks, Samuel Clemens, and Tina the Elephant 🐘

All proceeds benefit the Sparks Heritage Museum, keeping the stories and spirits of our city alive."

-Description from website

-October 25 | 8pm-10pm  

Scaryoke (21+)

*Location:

Underworld Distillery

5301 Longley Ln bldg f ste 203, Reno, NV 89511

*Website

-October 25 | 10am-2pm  

Halloween Carnival Event 

*Location:

Wonder & Unwind

890 E Patriot Blvd STE A. 

Reno, NV 89511

-October 25 | 10am - 7pm

Hello Kitty Truck Visit

*Location:

Outlets at Legends

Near Burlington

1425 George Ferris Drive 

Sparks, NV 89434

*Website

If you're planning on attending this event, you must absolutely have a game plan.  There are so many crazed Hello Kitty fans out there, LOL.  I should know... I'm one of them, LOL.  Think you can walk up at 10am and casually purchase some baked goods and merch and walk away with no effort?... Think again.  Make a morning out of it and arrive early to keep an eye out for line formations.   

-October 25 | 9pm  

Fright Night Halloween Crawl 

*Location:

Harrah's Lake Tahoe

15 Hwy 50, Stateline, NV 89449

*Facebook

"Get ready for an epic Halloween with a total of $10,000 cash up for grabs. Dress to impress for your chance to win big in one of our exciting costume contests across each venue and participate in fun, crowd-pleasing extras to keep the night fun.

Caesars Republic Lobby & Cleos Bar | 9 PM

Scariest Costume: $500

El Jefe's Cantina Tahoe | 9:30 PM
Best Group Costume: $2500

Live DJ
Center Stage | 10 PM
Funniest Costume: $500

Thriller Flash Mob: Free Jello Syringe Shots for Participants

PEEK Nightclub (Free Entry with Costume) | 10:30 PM

Best Individual Costume: $2500
Best Couples Costume: $1000
Sexiest Male Costume: $1000 Each
Sexiest Female Costume: $1000 Each

Additional bonus cash giveaways totaling $1000 will also be awarded throughout the evening for standout costumes"

-Description from wesbite

-October 25 & 26 | 10am-3pm 

Harvest Festival  

Animal Ark

1265 Deerlodge Rd.

Reno, NV 89508

*Website

*Instagram

"To maximize the frights and sights this year, there will be NO RSVP REQUIRED FOR ENTRY. This event will be open to the public and is a family friendly festival filled with sweet treats, trick or treating for kids, animal antics and more!

All our animal residents will get a pumpkin filled with food; however, some will be given their pumpkin on a schedule and others will have theirs to enjoy all day, with animals out on exhibit with their treat.

This will allow you to set your own spooky adventure!"

-Description from website

-October 25 |6-9pm  

Fright at the Museum 

*Location:

Nevada State Museum

600 N Carson St. 

Carson City, NV 89701

"Ever wondered if the Nevada State Museum is haunted? If you’re aged 10 and over, you can find out during our “Fright at the Museum” haunted house tours on Saturday night, October 25, 2025 from 6-9 p.m. at 600 N. Carson Street in Carson City. Prepare for a night of thrills and chills as the Museum literally comes alive… You’ll follow one of our experienced guides for a “behind-the-screams” tour into the deepest, darkest recesses of the old Mint Building’s historic basement catacombs, where horrific surprises lurk under your feet and around every corner… Be sure to stick close to your tour guide, because this year’s haunted house is bigger and even more frightening! Entry fee is $15 per person at the door. THIS IS A HAUNTED HOUSE ACTIVITY FOR AGES 10 AND OVER ONLY!! This event is NOT appropriate for young children."

-Description from website

-October 25 | 1-4pm  

2nd Annual Trunk or Treat 

*Location:

Mini of Reno

11505 S Virginia St C 

Reno, NV 89511

*Website

"Get your costumes ready, Reno! 👻 MINI of Reno’s Second Annual Trunk-or-Treat is back!
Join us Saturday, October 25th from 1–4 PM for hot drinks from Hub Coffee Roasters, fresh churros, carnival games, and tons of trunks + treats! 🍫🎯
Last year was a smash — this year’s even bigger. Take your costume out for a test drive and come make some MINI memories! 🚗✨"

-Description from Instagram

-October 25 | 11am-3pm  

Sip & Sauna Pop-Up 

*Location

Best Bet Motor Lodge

941 S Virginia St. 

Reno, NV 89502

"All into your rhythm 🍂🌚🍵

From Frequency Fridays to New Moon workshops, this season’s lineup is all about ritual, reflection, and release.

Deep healing music, matcha moments, breathwork, fascia release, human design astrology, and more all paired with sauna time.

Sign up for our workshops at RenoSaunaClub.com"

-Description from Instagram

-October 25 & 26 | 9am  

Snoopy's Grand Pumpkin 

*Location:

Pink Sugar Coffee 

1923 Prater Way 

Sparks NV 89431

-October 25 - November 1 | 6-10pm

Virginia City Haunted House

*Location:

Freight Depot 

104 E St, Virginia City, NV 89440

*Tickets ($20)

*Virginia City Website

*My 2024 Haunt REEL

*Facebook

The owners of this haunt love what they do and go the distance to create a fun experience.  They make all sorts of fun props to make the scene feel more whole & substantial.

"Get ready to be terrified at the most chilling haunt in town!
We dare you to join us at the Virginia City Haunted House located at the Freight Depot (or should we say Fright Depot)? Doors open each day at 6pm until 10pm, so come anytime between those hours to get your haunt on.

Hate standing in long lines? So do we!
Relax in the heated tent and watch scary movies until it is your turn to enter. A food truck and full bar are available with spookylicious drink specials to make your wait more enjoyable."

-Description from website

Last year, I checked out this haunt during its very first season, and let me tell you, it might have been on the smaller side, but it packed in all the spooky, whimsical, Halloween magic I could’ve hoped for. Each section was dripping with detail, the actors kept things lively, and the pacing was spot on.  Tip: make sure to take some time to take in the sights and interact with the actors.  If you walk past everything too fast, you'll miss out.

This year, and thanks to last season’s success, the haunt has moved into a bigger spot at the Freight Depot.  I'm especially looking forward to the new hangout spot with food & drink available for purchase, and a Halloween movie playing the background.

Dress up, head over early, grab a bite and a drink, and soak in the whole Virginia City vibe before heading to the haunt.

-October 26 | 4-7pm  

Trunk or Treat 

*Location:

Round Table/Asian Mart Parking Lot

115 E Moana Ln, Reno, NV 89502

"Trunk or Treat event starting at 3 pm in the Round Table parking lot. Join the fun and participate in trick or treating, costume contest & games! All trunk participants will receive coupons from round table pizza! If you would like to enter your trunk text (775)527-0681 !

Make sure to check in at the round table booth for voting tickets and contest sign ups.

This is a free family event for all ages."

-Description from Instagram

-October 26: 9am

7th Annual Dirty Wookie 10K & 5K

*Location:

From Brewer's Cabinet Production Facility 

8565 White Fir St, Reno, NV 89523

to J Resort Glow Plaza

670 W 4th St, Reno, NV 89503

*Instagram

"10K runners start at the Brewer’s Cabinet Production Facility and finish at the J Resort Glow Plaza in downtown Reno. Runners can either take the shuttle (purchase required), get a ride or jog to the start line.  Please be aware that this course is a point to point race…runners will start 6.2 miles away from the finish.  

The 5K race is an out and back race which will start and finish at the J Resort Glow Plaza."

-Description from website 

-October 26 | 10am

Happy HOWL-O-Ween Parade & Costume Party 

*Location:

Hidden Valley Dog Park

4740 Parkway Dr.

Reno, NV 89502

*My 2024 REEL of this rad event.

The cutest Halloween pup parade will be returning this year to Hidden Valley Park, bringing back all the wagging tails, creative costumes, and community love that made last year’s event so special. Over 50 dogs and their devoted humans gathered to honor beloved park friends, spreading joy, laughter, and endless dog kisses in a heartwarming celebration of life, love, and togetherness. This year, the event will also honor its incredible volunteers and their contributions while raising funds to support Hidden Valley Dog Park, the cherished park where countless community memories have been made.

-October 26 | 3-5pm  

Howloween Howl 

*Location:

Pinion Bottle Co.

15415 Wedge Pkwy #100, Reno, NV 89511

"We can't wait for this one! 👌 🐾 🎃 Howloween Howl at Piñon South! 🎃 🐾 - Sunday October 26th! 🐾 🎃 Howloween Howl at Piñon South! 🎃 🐾Join us on Sunday, October 26th from 3–5 PM for a spooky good time at Piñon Bottle South! We’re teaming up with the Shakespeare Animal Fund for a dog costume contest, prizes, and Halloween fun for the whole family.✨ Event Highlights:Free admission & all ages welcome$10 donation to enter your pup in the costume contest (first 50 entries get a doggie trick-or-treat bag!)Spooky drink specials & Tito’s Handmade Vodka cocktails — with a portion of each sale donated directly to the Shakespeare Animal Fund 🐶❤️📍 Piñon Bottle South — 15415 Wedge Pkwy #100, Reno, NVCome sip, laugh, and help raise funds to provide emergency vet care for local pets. Costumes encouraged for humans and pups! 🕸️👻🐕"

-Description from Instagram

-October 26 & 30  

Candlelight:  A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics 

*Location:

The Nugget Celebrity Showroom

1100 Nugget Ave, 

Sparks, NV 89431

Tentative Program

• Thriller - Michael Jackson
• Funeral March of a Marionette - Charles Gounod
• String Quartet No. 8 in C Minor (Dresden Quartet), Op. 110: II. Allegro Molto - Dmitri Shostakovich
• Tubular Bells (Theme from The Exorcist) - Mike Oldfield
• Stranger Things (Theme) - S U R V I V E
• Beetlejuice (Theme) - Danny Elfman
• The Addams Family (Theme) - Vic Mizzy
• Halloween (Theme) - John Carpenter
• Prelude from Psycho - Bernard Herrmann
• Ghostbusters (Theme) - Ray Parker Jr.
• Danse Macabre - Camille Saint-Saëns
• Night on Bald Mountain - Modest Mussorgsky
• Time Warp from The Rocky Horror Picture Show - Richard O’Brien and Richard Hartley
• Medley from The Nightmare Before Christmas - Danny Elfman

Performers

• String Quartet - Listeso - Reno

-October 28 | 5-6pm  

Trail Tuesdays at Toll Road w/ Trail Sisters

*Location:

Dirt area just past Ravazza road & Toll Road

*RSVP

"🎃 Come explore the Toll Road trail with us! We’ll hike/run up about 4 miles with ~800 ft of elevation gain, taking in the fall scenery, and then enjoy a fun jog back down. Great for anyone looking for a mix of challenge and fresh-air adventure!

Planning to join? RSVP if you can with the link in our bio. Running late or need to cancel? Just text the leader!

Hope to see you there! 😊"

-Description from Instagram

-October 28 | 5:30-7:30  

Halloween Cookie Decorating Class 

by Sweet Bakes

*Location:

The Lodge Bar & Patio

17025 NV-431, Reno, NV 89511

*Instagram | Sweet Bakes | The Lodge

The Lodge is one of my most favorite local businesses in all of Reno because they never fail to deliver on all levels.   Not to mention its location in Galena Park with the silhouettes of the evergreen trees...

-October 28 | 5pm

Octoberfest Party

*Location: 

Pignic Pub & Patio

235 Flint St

Reno, NV 89501

*Instagram

*Website

-October 28 | 7-9pm 

Disco is Undead - Disco Themed Craft, Costumes, Treats, & More 

w/ Arts & Drafts 

*Location:

Atelier

2135 Dickerson Rd, Reno, NV 89503

*Register

*Instagram | Arts & Drafts | Atelier

-October 29 | 4-6pm  

Haunted Library 

*Location:

Sparks Library

1125 12th St, Sparks, NV 89431

*Other Washoe County Library Events 

"Looking for some scares? Take a walk through the Haunted Library! Visit the #SparksLibrary between 4 and 6 pm on Wednesday, October 29. The family-friendly frights are guaranteed to get you in the Halloween spirit. Join us ... if you dare!"

-Description from Instagram

Other Upcoming Halloween Events

10/29 (3-4pm)(4:30-5:30pm): Dracula Escape Room @ Sierra View Library (Registration Required)

10/29 (4-5pm):  Monster Mash Bash @ Northwest Reno Library

10/29 (4:30-6:30pm):  37th Annual Trick or Treat Parade @ North Valleys library

10/30 (4-5pm)(5:30-6:30pm):  Dracula Escape Room @ Sierra View Library

10/30 (5-7pm):  Thursdays of Terror (Hocus Pocus)@ Sparks Library

-October 29 | 5-7pm 

Trick-or-Treat Night 

*Location:

Scheels, 

*Location:

The Outlet at Legends

1200 Scheels Drive 

Sparks, NV 89434

"Candy? ✔️ Costumes? ✔️ Halloween fun? ✔️
Don’t miss our annual SCHEELS Trick-or-Treat Night on Wednesday, October 29th from 5–7 PM! 🎃

Candy galore & a spooktacular costume contest to close the night!
Grab your costumes, bring your candy buckets, and we’ll see you there! 👻"

-Description from Instagram

-October 29 | 4-6pm 

Create & Connect Felt Monsters w/ Silly Fish Studios 

*Location:

The Generator

2450 Oddie Blvd Suite 110 

Sparks, NV 89431

*Instagram | Silly Fish Studios | The Generator

-October 29 | 3-6pm  

Halloween 

*Location:

The Children's Cabinet Wilbur D. May Youth Center

777 Sinclair St, Reno, NV 89501

*Instagram

"Join Us for a Spooktacular Evening of Family Fun!
Bring the whole family to The Children’s Cabinet’s Wilbur D. May Youth Center for an unforgettable Halloween celebration. This free community event features a festive Trunk-or-Treat, exciting games and activities, hands-on crafts, and plenty of seasonal fun for all ages.

Come dressed in your favorite costume and enjoy a safe, family-friendly night filled with Halloween spirit!

Get Involved!
Help us make this holiday unforgettable for children in our community. If you would like to donate candy, please contact our Donor Relations and Volunteer Specialist Madi at MWimbish@childrenscabinet.org.

If you would like to volunteer, host a trunk or host an activity, please click on this link to sign up!"

-Description from wesbite

-October 30 | 4-7pm  

Carson City BOOnanza (Carson City)

*Location: 

Mills Park 

1111 E William St.

Carson City, NV 89701

*Website

"Come Trick-or-Treat with 100 local businesses and organizations under the giant cottonwoods at Mills Park.

There will be food trucks, activities and more! Don’t forget to visit the Carson City Library for some spooky crafts.

The Mills Park Railroad will be operating from 4pm-7pm. Tickets will be free."

-Description from website

This is one of my favorite trick or treating events in the area.  It has tons of candy, plenty of Halloween spirit, and you just can't beat the location at Mills Park with all of the tall cottonwoods, windy pathways, and creeks running all throughout the park.

-October 30 | 10am-12am 

Belicoween (21+)

*Location:

The Alpine

324 E 4th St, Reno, NV 89512

*Instagram

OAKROON & EL PRINCII PRESENTS:
👻🎃"BELICOWEEN" 🎃👻
$1,000 CASH PRIZES FOR BES COSTUMES.
"ANGEL DIAZ" y su nueva era
"BANDA CCG"

HALLOWEEN PARTY WITH LIVE MEXICAN BANDS.
NOCHE 100% REGIONAL MEXICANA
WITH A TROPICAL TWIST BY DJ RAFA .

-October 30

Tricks & Treats 

*Location:

Nevada Humane Society

 2825 Longley Ln B 

Reno, NV 89502

*Website

*Instagram

"Join us for Tricks & Treats🎃🐾 a family-friendly trick-or-treat adventure happening at our Reno and Carson City campuses!✨ Our amazing team will be turning their candy stations into festive and fun masterpieces, and YOU get to vote for the most paw-some display!👻💖

Come show off your costume, collect some sweet treats, and meet adoptable pets waiting for their fur-ever homes. 

📅 October 30th 
⏰ 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. 
📍 Nevada Humane Society Reno & Carson City 

💙 Help pets in need! Guests are encouraged to bring dry cat food donations to supply our Pet Pantry, which helps families in need feed their beloved pets💖🐱"

-Description from Instagram

-October 30 | 7pm  

Cordillera's 9th Annual Fright Night 

*Location:

Brewer's Cabinet

475 S Arlington Ave, Reno, NV 89501

"Still looking for pre-Halloween plans? 🎃 Join us for our 9th annual Fright Night on October 30th!

We’re proud to partner with Brewers Cabinet this year for a night of ghost, ghouls, and freakishly good times! Show off your costume, have a drink on us, and enter the raffle for your chance to win some fab-boo-lous prizes. 👻

As always, we’ll be showing award-winning ghastly short films to celebrate spooky season, so don’t miss out on a chance to see some incredible films that won’t be screaming, I mean screening anywhere else!

Doors open @ 6:30 🚪
Costume Contest @ 6:45 👹
Films start @ 7:00 🎥

See you Thursday, October 30th at Brewers Cabinet (475 S Arlington Ave) fiends and friends!"

-Description from Instagram

-October 30 | 5-7:30pm

Trick or Treat at The Sticks

Mari Chuy's

764 S Virginia St.

Reno NV 89501

*Instagram

🗺️🎃 SCAVENGER HUNT FOR THE KIDS!
Start at Mari Chuy’s Midtown to grab your map, visit each participating spot — @nexthomeypf_midtownreno , @inclinedburgers , @sugarblvdreno , @cravecookiesreno
and @shopsierrabelle — collect the stickers, then race back to unlock your sweet prize! 🍬

While you hunt, don’t miss the fun:
🎨 Face Painting: 5–7:30 PM
🖍️ Halloween Arts & Crafts: 5–7:30 PM
🔮 Fortune Telling: 5–7:30 PM
💥 Halloween Piñata: 5:30 PM
🏃 Great Mummy/Pumpkin Race: 6:00 PM
🎭 Costume Contest: 7:00 PM
🍴 Deadly Menu: all day (spooky-delicious eats & drinks for grown-ups, too)

Costumes encouraged (not required)! Bring the familia, the energy, and your best sticker-collecting skills.
Huge thanks to @kimmiecandy for 300+ treat bags and @acestudiosnv for raffles & volunteers. 

-Description from Instagram

-October 30  | 7:30pm  

Halloween Comedy Night 

*Location:

The Polo Lounge

1559 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502

*Instagram

"Thursday Night October 30th Hallowseve Comedy at
The Polo Lounge

We have the Funniest Ghouls and Ghosts performing for you
Featuring @mavjokes @daddykong83 @glaringroom
@funnycollinmock and Austin Baca

Shows start at 07:30pm

Tickets available online and at the door link in Bio🎙🎙

COMSTUME CONTEST AFTER THE SHOW!!!

PRIZES FOR GRABS."

-Description from Instagram

-October 30 | 4-6pm 

4th Annual Trunk or Treat (FREE) 

*Location:

Teglia's Paradise  Park

2745 Elementary Dr, Reno, NV 89512

🎃 The fourth annual Trunk or Treat, presented by the City of Reno, in partnership with Dean’s Future Scholars at the University of Nevada, Reno, and Bernice Mathews Elementary School, is on Thursday, October 30, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Teglia’s Paradise Park!

This free, family-friendly event is open to children of all ages, offering an entertaining evening filled with treats, games, music, and more. Costumes are encouraged but not required to enjoy the Halloween-fun!

-Description from Instagram

-October 31 | 12-2pm  

Halloween Costume Party 

*Location:

Learning Express Toys & Gifts 

South Towne Crossing, 197 Damonte Ranch Pkwy D 

Reno, NV 89521

*Website

 

-October 31 | 4-6pm 

Watson Cabin Haunted House 

*Location:

560 N Lake Blvd, 

Tahoe City, CA 96145

*Website

*Instagram

*RSVP

"About the Event
Join us for our 4th Annual Watson Cabin Haunted House on Halloween from 4-6 pm, during the Tahoe City Trick or Treat event (Heritage Plaza, right next to cabin). This year’s house is going to be Spooktacular!!"

-Description from website

-October 31 | 6-10:30pm

Dancing in Virginia City Cemetery

*Location:

Silver Terrace Cemetery

381 Cemetery Rd, 

Virginia City, NV 89440

"On Halloween, the gates to the old Silver Terrace Cemetery stay open for visitors to experience a once-a-year stroll past dusk. Here, souls rest in peace, but their stories live forever. Take a self-guided tour with the downloadable audio tour, available online. Cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children 12 and under. Proceeds benefit the Comstock Cemetery Foundation."

-Description from website

-October 31 | 3-6pm  

Trick or Treat 

*Location:

The Shops at Heavenly Village

1001 Heavenly Village Way, 

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

*Website

I LOVE visiting The Shops at Heavenly year round.  This area is the busiest in all of Lake Tahoe and contains so many vibes, life, charm, & activities.

A few things I love about this area:

ski resort

scenic gondola rides

summer activities (bike course/mountain coaster/mini golf)

theater

restaurants

cinema

shops

lodging

scenery

(free) live entertainment

lounge + dinner & magic at The Loft

walking distance to Lakeside Beach

and so much more.

-October 31 | 10pm  

9th Annual Halloween Bash 

*Location:

The Loft 

1001 Heavenly Village Way #50 

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

*Instagram

"The Haunted Loft is back! 🎃

Join us on Friday, October 31, for The Loft’s 9th Annual Halloween Bash & Costume Contest in Heavenly Village, featuring DJ Tony Dove spinning from 10:30 PM–2 AM.

Get ready for spooky décor, $5 drink specials, and over $1,000 in costume contest prizes. Tickets are just $10 online ($20 at the door) — but hurry, the first 30 are FREE on TIXR!

Want the ultimate Halloween night out? Reserve a VIP fire-pit table with bottle service by emailing frank@thelofttahoe.com. 21+ only.

Make it a full evening with Nathan Coe Marsh at 7 PM or Magic After Dark at 9 PM with Robert Hall in The Loft Theatre before the party begins. Tickets linked in our bio! 🎩✨🕸️"

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-October 31 | 12-8pm  

Magic Monster Market & Trick or Treat 

*Location:

The Potentialist Workshop

836 E 2nd St, Reno, NV 89502

*TICKETS ($15)

*Instagram

"Join us for the Magic Monster Market, featuring over 30 local vendors, Trick or Treating, food trucks, live music, tarot, a costume contest, tours of our 20,000 sqft immersive art exhibit and so much more.

This is an all-ages event from 12pm - 8pm on October 31st - Halloween Day! Dress in your Halloween best and get lost in the other worldly land of Under the Mountain.

The safe trick or treat inside our strange art experience will include guaranteed candy for all the kids from noon - 4pm. Music will start at 4 and Our Costume Contest Winners will be chosen at 7pm.

You can win the most terrifying or the most whimsical for cash prizes and year long memberships to Under the Mountain!

Tickets are only 15$ and include a full day of Halloween fun!"

-Description from website

-October 31 | 3-5pm  

Trick or Treat 

*Location:

Outlets at Legends

1310 Scheels Drive, Sparks, NV 89434

*Instagram

*RSVP

The Outlets at Legends invites families to a spook-tacular Halloween celebration on Friday, October 31st from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM!

Children are encouraged to come in their favorite costumes for a safe and fun trick-or-treating experience throughout the shopping center. Bring your own candy baskets or bags & visit participating retailers who will be stationed outside their stores with treats and surprises.

Families can stroll through The Outlets at Legends and watch as the shopping center transforms into a Halloween wonderland. Participating retailers will be ready with candy and smiles to make this Halloween memorable for everyone.

Event Details:

• Date: Friday, October 31st (Halloween)
• Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• Location: Throughout The Outlets at Legends
• What to bring: Costumes and candy baskets/bags
• Age: Perfect for kids of all ages
• Cost: FREE

The Outlets at Legends looks forward to this frightfully fun community event and can’t wait to see all the creative costumes while helping make Halloween extra special for the youngest shoppers."

-Description from website

-October 31 | 6-8pm  

Halloween Walking Tour w/ grave to grave trick or treating 

*Location:

Hillside Cemetery, Reno

925 Nevada St.

Reno NV 89503

Hillside Cemetery Preservation Foundation is hosting their annual Halloween Walking Tour. This is a wonderful family-friendly event with trick or treating at each plot. Costumes are encouraged!

Board members and volunteers will be sharing the stories of those who were murdered, committed suicide, died in an accident, and many paranormal sightings and their suspected stories in life. You won’t want to miss this!

$5 suggested donation and this will be self guided, flashlights and maps will be provided.

Can’t wait to see you there!

-October 31 | 4-7pm  

Trick or Treat (14 & Under) 

*Location:  

Reno Public Market

299 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89502

"About the Event

Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween celebration at Reno Public Market! Bring your little ghouls and goblins to the food hall for some delightful trick-or-treating. Stop at each vendor stall just like you would in your neighborhood!

As you explore, be sure to grab a bite from our vendors, sip on a spine-tingling drink from Honey Bar, and immerse yourself in the spooktacular vibes.

We can't wait to share in the Halloween magic with you. This event is free and open to the public.

Costume restrictions include:
Costumes that include weapons of any kind
Costumes that demean race, religion, nationality, disability, or gender
Costumes depicting nudity
Costumes referencing political figures or situations of any kind"

-Description from Instagram

-October 31 & November 1 | 5:30, 6:45, 8:00 & 9:00pm

Haunted Halloween Graveyard Train 

*Location:

V&T Railroad

166 F St, Virginia City, NV 89440

*TICKETS

*Instagram

-October 31 (10am-5pm) & November 1 (4-9pm)  

4th Annual Fall Festival 

*Location:

Galena Creek Visitor Center

18250 Mt Rose Hwy, Reno, NV 89511

"🍁🍂🎃The leaves are changing, the breeze is crisp, and we were getting ready to have a Spook-tacular time at the 4Th Annual Galena Creek Fall Festival! 🍂🎃

Two days of family-friendly fun that is free to attend, featuring crafts, games, food and drinks, and pumpkin carving!"

-Description from Instagram

The Galena Creek Visitor's Center is such a beautiful spot any day.  Just imagine taking advantage of this beautiful location during fall while celebrating & supporting community.  You just can't beat a good time in a beautiful forest that's within arms reach.  Also, since the event is not as big in popularity compared to others, you'll have a pretty good chance at winning one of their rad raffle items.

-October 31 | 7-11pm  

High Desert Country Halloween Party 

*Location:

South 40

1445 S Meadows Pkwy, Reno, NV 89521

"🎃Who’s ready for a night of costumes and DANCING! Join us for our Halloween Dance Night on Friday 10/31 from 7-11 for food, drinks, and a line dance lesson with High Desert Country! We will be taking requests for Country Swing & Line Dancing ALL NIGHT - and we’ll be having a special SONG SWITCH HOUR💃🏽 Come dressed up for Halloween and enjoy a night out with friends!

🧑‍🧑‍🧒: ALL AGES Welcome!
📆: Friday October 31
📍South 40 1445 S Meadows Pkwy Reno, NV
⏰ 7-11pm • Line Dance lesson @ 7:30pm
👻 Costumes Encouraged! Come dressed for a costume contest
Full Kitchen, Full Bar, Pool table, Arcade games, Virtual Reality, Bowling, and MORE!
See you on Halloween friends!"

-Description from Instagram

-October 31 | 4-8pm  

Hauntober Costume Contest, Parade, & Safe Trick or Treating 

*Location

Virginia City (Check-in for costume contest at Virginia City Jerky Co.)

Event Details

"Goblins of all ages dressed to scare are invited to participate in the Hauntober Costume Contest, Parade and Safe Trick-or-Treating on Halloween night, October 31. Adults, kids, and even pets are encouraged to wear a costume join in the parade, and participate in the costume contest. Check-in and costume contest starts at 4:30 p.m. at the Virginia City Jerky Company. The parade begins at 5 p.m. Stick around after the parade for safe trick-or-treating at the many shops along the boardwalk. For questions, call the Virginia City Visitors Center at 775-847-7500. To register for the parade, click here. Make a weekend of it! Plan ahead and book a room in town before lodging options sell out. View Virginia City’s lodging options here. Photo and/or video may be produced from this event, and by purchasing this ticket you are consenting to allow your likeness to be used in future Virginia City marketing materials."

-Description from website

-October 31 - November 2

Snafu Comic Con 

*Location:

Reno-Sparks Convention Center

4590 S Virginia St.

Reno, NV 89502

*Website

-October 31 - November 2  

The Avalanche Sale 

*Location:

Reno-Sparks Convention Center 

4590 S Virginia St. 

Reno, NV 89502

*Ski Pro Instagram

*Ski Pro Website

Friday 10/31 from 5 pm - 9 pm

Saturday 11/1 from 11 am - 6 pm

Sunday 11/2 from 11 am - 3 pm

"Our ski and snowboard sale is the best place to find all you need for the upcoming winter.

Receive an additional 10% off on Sunday, but don't wait, gear sells fast! ***Additional discounts do not apply to used customer swap gear***

Products will include everything from alpine skis, and snowboards, to boots and bindings, and a large selection of winter clothing and accessories such as helmets, gloves, and goggles will also be available for purchase.

There will be a great selection of new and used products at this year's swap.

If you have used gear that you would like to sell, this is your opportunity.

To sell your gear:

1) Drop off and check in your gear at our Ski Pro location on the SW corner of Virginia St. and Neil St. and Ski Pro employees will take care of the rest. No more than 10 items per customer. Drop off date starts October 17, 2025.

2) Return to our Ski Pro location in Reno to pick up any unsold items or receive your payment.

Gear not picked up by 5pm, November 16th, 2025 will be donated.

If your item sells, you will receive 100% in store credit, or payment via check or credit on your credit card valued at 75% of the sold amount. The credit is given to the person who checked the gear in. Card and cardholder must be present, name on card must match name on check-in paperwork.

Skis**, snowboards, boots, and bindings are all eligible to be sold at the swap. We DO NOT ACCEPT used clothing (jackets, pants, underlayers, etc.), helmets, or accessories.

**Ski bindings MUST be indemnified by their respective manufacturer. Ask a Ski Pro employee if you are unsure if your equipment is eligible for resale.

**Why Free Tickets?
Grabbing your free ticket helps us plan! It allows us to estimate how many people will attend each Avalanche Sale event, so we can bring the right amount of gear, staff accordingly, and create the best possible experience for everyone. Thanks for helping us prepare — we can’t wait to see you there!"

-Description from Eventbrite

-November 1 | 10am  

The Nevada Day Parade 

*Location:

1013 South Carson Street
Carson City, NV 89701

-November 1 (6pm) & 2 (5pm)  

24 Hour Pinball Tournament 

*Location:

Press Start Bar & Arcade

600 S Center St. 

Reno, NV 89501

*Registration

"🙀 NIGHTMARE ON CENTER STREET: PART II 🪩

We’re baaaack! @renopinball returns with our legendary endurance tournament that separates the wizards from the wannabes (and vice versa).

Think you can survive 24 hours of non-stop pinball? We do, too. 

🕐 24 HOURS • START 6p 11/1 • END 5p 11/2
🏆 Big cash prizes for the top 4 survivors of Division A and B finals
🍕 Breakfast & lunch included (you’ll need it)
💰 $150 entry fee
⚡ Limited to 64 players

Test your skills, stamina, and sanity."

-Description from website

-November 1 | 8:30pm  

Dia De Loa Muertos 

w/ Charity Kiss, Lazer Beam, Pussy Velour 

*Location:

Lo-Bar Social

445 California Ave. 

Reno, NV 89509

*Website

-November 1 | 12-7pm  

Dia De Los Muertos 

*Location:

Locomotion Plaza

301 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501

"🎉 Día de Los Muertos Celebration! 💀🌼

We’re teaming up with Desert Beats Collection to bring you an unforgettable Día de Los Muertos.

Enjoy live performances from Mariachi, Ballet Folklórico, local food + drink vendors, art, and more

All FREE to the public! 🙌
Sponsored by the City of Reno and Reno Tahoe 🌺
Come celebrate life, culture, and community with us! ❤️✨"

-Description from Instagram

-November 1 | 11am-2pm

2nd Annual KWNK Mindmeld 

*Location:

EP Listening Lounge

1300 S Wells Ave. 

Reno, NV 89502

*Website

"Now announcing the second annual KWNK Mindmeld: Saturday, November 1st 🪐🌟🌷 Featuring artists Silly Little, Honey Planet, Spencer Kilpatrick and the Sandgators, Deficit Space, and KWNK DJs Alex and Mark!

There will also be a pop-up with Reno’s favorite baker BreadGirl, and an evening after-party at EP Listening Lounge with Nico’s Mystery 🌙

And no matter where you are, you can be a part of the show! It will be broadcasted LIVE on KWNK 97.7FM 📻"

-Description from Instagram

-November 1 | 11am-5pm  

Dia De Los Muertos Festival 

*Location:

Heritage Park

1447 Courthouse Alley, Gardnerville, NV 89410

*Instagram | Main Street Gardnerville | Visit Carson Valley

"🏵️The Fourth Annual Dia de Los Muertos celebration is TODAY - check out our entertainment line up🏵️
Saturday, November 1st, from 11am-5pm
We present the Fourth Annual Dia de Los Muertos.
Join us for a day of celebration with Mariachi music, Folkloric, Aztec Dancers, and a 12ft Catrina doll presentation by Latino Arte de Culture of Reno, food and drink vendors, arts and crafts, face painting, Altars, and MORE!"

-Description from Instagram

-November 2 | 3-5:30pm  

Luche Libre: WWP Presents Battle 

*Location:

Reno Public Market

299 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89502

*Instagram

"You heard it here first... 👊💥 Get ready for a true Lucha Libre experience as Wild West Pro League brings the ring to RPM. Lucha Libre, “free fighting” Mexican-style wrestling is known for its high-flying acrobatics, colorful masks, and the dramatic battle between técnicos (heroes) and rudos (villains).

This showdown features:
🔥 Lara Frazier vs Mighty Mayra
🔥 Gator Boys vs Crush Crew
🔥 Pacific Rampage vs Monstars Inc
🔥 Cerealman vs Eddie Vice
🔥 Mike Rayne vs Mike Cheq
🔥 Midas Kreed vs Andrew Cass vs Tigre Fuego vs Josh Jewell
🔥 Prince Gabriel vs Alpha Zo

While you cheer for your favorites, grab a drink from our sponsors Long Drink and Tequila Ocho at Mami’s Tequila Bar and Honey Bar."

-Description from Instagram

-November 4 | 5-9pm  

2nd Annual Bouldering Competition 

*Location:

The Block

903 E 4th St Suite 125 

Reno, NV 89512

"Join us for the Second Annual Biggest Little Bouldering Competition at The Block!

November 4th from 5-9pm we will be hosting a friendly community comp. Come climb hard and support your friends during a fun night of climbing, raffles, drinks, prizes, and try-hard noises🧗‍♀️💪

There will be multiple difficulty groups and climbs of all levels from V0 to V++.

Details:

- Tuesday, November 4th from 5-9pm (climbing from 5-8 ish)
- All ages are welcome to attend the event (young kids need 1:1 adult supervision)
- Ages 12+ can compete
- Free for Block members
- Non-members will have to buy a $20 entry pass
- The raffle will be full of sick prizes and all proceeds will be donated to local climbing non-profits

Hell yeah"

-Description from Instagram

-November 7 | 5:30-10pm 

Chemistry of the Cocktail

13th Annual Giving & Glamping Fundraising Event 

*Location:

The Discovery

490 S Center St, Reno, NV 89501

*Instagram

"Pack up and head out to The Discovery for giving and glamping at Chemistry of the Cocktail, the museum’s 13th annual fundraising event. Get cozy beneath a starry sky with alpine inspired cocktails, enjoy unique camping themed fare created by the experts at Blend, and take part in hands-on activities designed to bring the outdoors in—all while providing much-needed financial support for The Discovery, no tent or bug spray required!"

-Description from Instagram

-November 7 | 6-8:30pm  

The Big Red Kitchen:  Ravioli Workshop 

*Location:

Urban Roots

1700 E 2nd St, Reno, NV 89502

"🍝 🍷 Introducing The Big Red Kitchen: A new cooking series for grown-ups!

Food lovers, this one’s for you. Join us for our first-ever adult cooking class and learn to make handmade mushroom ravioli in a silky sage butter sauce, paired with local wine or a fresh mocktail.

Under Farmer Stephen’s guidance, you’ll roll, fill, and taste your way through an unforgettable evening of farm-to-table flavor. No experience needed, just bring your curiosity and appetite.

Everyone heads home with fresh pasta dough to recreate the magic later because once you make ravioli from scratch, there’s no going back.

📅 Friday, November 7
🕕 6 pm to 8:30 p,
📍 @urbanrootsnv

💵 $85 per adult (21+)
🎟️ Reserve your spot at urbanrootsnv.org/workshops (link in bio)

Roll up your sleeves, pour a glass, and join us in The Big Red Kitchen for a night that’s pasta-tively perfect."

-Description from Instagram

-November 7 | 6pm  

Native Skies at the Planetarium 

*Location:

Fleischmann Planetarium

1664 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89557

*Other shows 

*Instagram

November is Native American Heritage Month, which includes Native Hawaiian and other affiliated island communities. Student members of UNR's Hawai'i Club will share music and dance with our audience before the dome show.

The University of Nevada Hawai'i Club shares the history of Hawaii by advocating and educating the greater community of Hawaii’s rich culture and heritage. We will learn about the ancient Hawaiian traditions and values, as well as the modernized way of life on the islands.


Then view selections from "The One Sky Project," which is a production with international collaboration focused on increasing understanding about cultural and indigenous astronomy, its historical and modern applications, and how our One Sky connects us all.

Each short film represents the perspective of a different culture or Indigenous society from around the globe. Each film stands alone as a short story or in combination as a longer narrative – organized around themes of "Finding Patterns" and developing tools, or as we say, "To Seek Far."

-Description from website

-November 7 & 8 | 5-7pm

Dia de Los Muertos Celebration 

*Location:

Nevada State Museum

600 N Carson St.

Carson City, NV 89701

*Website

*Instagram

"Celebrate Día de los Muertos!

Join us for Día de los Muertos at the Nevada State Museum, Carson City. This vibrant Mexican tradition honors and remembers loved ones through traditional festivities and symbolic offerings to a special altar, called an ofrenda. With traditional music, art, and foods, we’ll commemorate the spirits of those who have passed before us. Bring your friends and family for this bilingual celebration of life, family, and community.

Friday | 5–7pm 

Hot chocolate from Juan’s Mexican Grill
Ofrenda presentation
Live music

Ticket Info:
FREE admission — includes treats and performances

$10 per person for activities (face painting, sugar skull decorating, crafts)

In partnership with Visit Carson City, Western Nevada College, Carson City School District, and the Brewery Arts Center."

-Description from website

-November 8 | 10am-2pm  

Holiday Family Arts Festival (FREE) 

Lake Mansion Arts & Cultural Center

*Location:

250 Court St, Reno, NV 89501

*Instagram

*Website

"Mark your calendars, Reno families! 😊

The Holiday Family Arts Festival is back at the Lake Mansion on Saturday, November 8 from 10am to 2pm -- and yes, it’s totally FREE!

Bring the kids, your friends, your neighbor, everyone -- and come hang out for a day of artsy fun.

Here's what's waiting for you:

- Eight (8) holiday & winter-themed art stations
- Santa will be there (11am–1pm, don’t miss him!)
- Free books for kids, thanks to our friends from @spreadthewordnvnorthern
- Live caroling with High Desert Harmony Chorus
- Face painting
- Explore the historic Lake Mansion
…and more!

We are also hosting a Toy Drive for the Northern Nevada Children's Cancer Foundation @nvkidscancer so please bring a toy to share if you can! 🥰❤️

No need to RSVP! Just show up ready to make some memories.

See you soon! 😊"

-Description from Instagram

-November 8 | 10am-6pm 

Hands On! Second Saturday (FREE)

*Location:

Nevada Museum of Art

160 W Liberty St, Reno, NV 89501

*Instagram

-November 8  

Ferris 50 Endurance Run (50 Mile, 50K, 15K) 

*Location:

Douglass County Fairgrounds

 920 Dump Rd, Gardnerville, NV 89410

*Register

"Immerse yourself in the history of Carson Valley with the inaugural running of the Ferris 50. Nestled at the foot of the Carson Range of the Sierra Nevada, Carson Valley was once home to the inventor of the Ferris Wheel, George Washington Gale Ferris. We honor that legacy of ingenuity and grit with a mix of single-track trails, OHV trails, and minimal concrete over three distances that traverse the foothills of eastern Carson Valley. Whether you are an experienced runner seeking a challenge in the off-season or a less experienced runner who is ready to explore greater distances at an entry level, Ferris Fifty is an opportunity to test your mind and body while taking in the captivating views of Job's Peak and the Carson Valley."

-Description from website

-November 8 | 7:30pm  

Fantasies in Chocolate (Harry Potter Theme) 

GSR Summit Pavilion

2500 E 2nd St, Reno, NV 89595

*TICKETS

*Instagram

"✨A portal to the extraordinary opens November 8th ✨
Wizards and Witches, your invitation has arrived for our most expansive and immersive experience yet - Fantasies in Chocolate’s Chamber of Magic! 💫 Transport to a realm of enchanted decadence with endless treats and libations from some of the best chocolatiers and mixologists in Northern Nevada, top-tier entertainment, extravagant decor, a silent auction, and spellbinding surprises. 🍫🥂

VIP experiences are almost sold out and prices increase May 30th. Reserve your passes through the portal now at fantasiesinchocolate.com."

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General Admission

-Endless sweet and savory delicacies from chocolatiers
-Endless libations and curious concoctions from Fantasies in Chocolate Potion Parlors and mixologists
-Commemorative wine glass
-Access to the Mystic Market Silent Auction
-Social hour with spellbinding surprises
-Music and light exhibition featuring a world-class performer Lolo Mayhew
-Immersive entertainment and decor
-Access to upgrade to the Witching Hour After Party at LEX Nightclub

-November 8 | 6pm  

Full Moon Masquerade Murder Mystery 

*Location:

V & T Railroad

166 F St, Virginia City, NV 89440

*Instagram

"Masks, mystery, and mayhem await…will you solve the crime before the final whistle blows?

Join us near the full moon on November 8th for a performance of intrigue, deception, and deadly secrets! Your journey begins with a masquerade ball murder mystery set against the flickering lantern light of our historic Pullman cars. Behind every mask lurks a secret, every smile hides suspicion, and before the night is through… someone will meet a mysterious end. As the train winds through the moonlight of the Comstock's Flowery mountains, passengers become part of the story — observing, questioning, and piecing together clues from the suspects around them. In a murder mystery, anyone could be the culprit. And you become the detectives.

This special evening also celebrates two of Hollywood’s original masters of horror — Bela Lugosi and Boris Karloff, whose chilling portrayals of Dracula and Frankenstein’s Monster defined the golden age of gothic cinema. Masks, mystery, and mayhem await aboard the V&T… will you uncover the killer before it’s too late?

Duration: 55 minutes

Times: November 8 at 6pm

Ticket Prices: $58.00"

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-November 8 | 4-10pm 

Purr and Pour

Tarot Readings, Raffle, Cocktails + Mocktails

*Location:

Underworld Distillery

5301 Longley Ln bldg f ste 203, 

Reno, NV 89511

*Instagram

*Website | Underworld Distillery | Kitty Kisses Cat Cafe

"Cocktails meet cats here at Underworld Distillery on November 8th! Come hang out with us as we partner up with Kitty Kisses Rescue of Reno/Kitty Kisses Cafe to support the care and rescuing of local kitties.

There will be an exclusive one night only cocktail & mocktail!

Miss Halloween Tarot will be here from 5PM to 9PM offering readings for $5 for a quick draw, $25 for a full reading.

There will be a raffle for wonderful items donated by local businesses. You may purchase raffle tickets ahead of time or at the event. Raffle tickets are $5 for 1, or $20 for 5. Presale raffle tickets can be purchased through Kitty Kisses Rescue of Reno donation PayPal. Please click the link to purchase/donate. All proceeds go towards Kitty Kisses Rescue of Reno to help save/care for the kitties! There will also be a donation box on site if you would like to donate. Link in bio for donations/raffle tickets.

Raffle prizes donated by: Aesthetic Skin by Sharon, Laughing Cat Coffee, Pet Station and Cat Grooming House Call. Many thanks to these local businesses for their donation. You are not required to be present to win. If you are not present, unclaimed prizes can be picked up at Kitty Kisses Cat Cafe located at 8555 Double R Blvd Suite 104, Reno, NV 89511. Prizes must be picked up by November 30th. Raffle drawing at 9PM.

We look forward to seeing you there!

4PM - Close. 21+ ONLY."

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-November 12 | 7-9:15pm  

Snowboard Bench Night: Design Upcycled Snowboard Furniture  

*Location:

Gearhut

318 Broadway Blvd, Reno, NV 89502

*RSVP

*Instagram

*Website

"♻ Let's get creative and make something new out of dead gear!

It's the perfect night for parent/kiddo who love snowsports, roommates who need furniture, partners building out their gear garage, or show up solo and do something for you!

WHEN: Wednesday, Nov 12 (7:15-9:00pm)
WHERE: @ Gear Hut (318 Broadway Blvd)

WHAT: Build your own snowboard bench! All supplies provided: Rusty's designed and built out a simple assembly kit to bring new life into "dead" snowboards! At the event, we'll have paint, stencils and stickers out so you can customize your bench to be unique to you!

COST: $70 includes (2) recycled snowboards, pre-cut bench building kit and assembly hardware, design/painting supplies to use during the event at Gear Hut AND snacks/drinks! (Limit 2 people per bench/reservation)"

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-November 11 | 10am-1pm

Reno Veterans Day Parade

*Location

Virginia Street bridge

1 N Virginia St., Reno, NV 89501

*Instagram

"Join us in honoring our nation's heroes at the Reno Veterans Day Parade!

Whether you're a marching band, veterans group, local organization, or simply someone who wants to show gratitude, we invite you to be a part of this proud tradition.

Let's fill Virginia Street with music, color, and community spirit as we come together to remember and honor those who served.

It's FREE to participate! Just complete the online participation form by October 11, 2025."

-November 11 | 11am-12pm 

Veterans Day Parade 

*Location:

Visitor Center

86 S C St, 

Virginia City, NV 89440 

*Instagram

-November 13 | 4-7pm 

Holiday Shop Night 

*Location:

Stylish Scribe Shop

245 Vine St suite a, Reno, NV 89503

"Join us tomorrow for our annual shop night!
✨ snack, drinks, while you shop
✨ @cherribc with delicious take home meals
✨ @caponeshelpingpaws with candles and more!
✨ @holdsteady_designs with gifts for everyone

We will have an angel tree for @thechildrenscabinet for you take take tags

Also a raffle for 3-$25 gift cards for Stylish Scribe"

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-November 13 | 7pm 

Paramore vs Paramore vs Paramore - Benefit Show for Eddy House 

*Location:

The Holland Project

140 Vesta St, Reno, NV 89502

*Instagram

"RIOT!!! Join us for the ultimate PARAMORE-OFF: three local bands have curated their own setlists from different eras of Paramore, but there’s one catch: they all will be playing one song that’s the same… any guesses as to which one?

Half of the ticket proceeds will go to Eddy House for Homeless Youth Advocacy Month."

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-November 14 | 8am-1pm

Mo's 9th Annual Drive By Turkey Drop

*Location:

Reno Public Market

299 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89502

"We’re Back, MO’s 9th Annual Turkey Drive!

Let me start by saying, Thank You!!! I couldn’t do any of this without the help of my family, friends, folks, and entire community! Gracias!!!
Thank you to the entire staff inside at Reno Public Market for the partnership, love, and support!

Join us for the 9th annual “Mo’s Drive By Turkey Drop” at @renopublicmarket from 8am-1pm to help the less fortunate kids & families here in the Reno/Sparks area and all across Northern Nevada.

We’re looking for Donations of Frozen Turkey’s (only), canned goods, non perishable items, drinks, and any size monetary contributions that go directly to @foodbanknn as they help deliver these essentials to the most affected areas and families in the area. Just in time for Thanksgiving and Christmas, you can make help and make your contribution on Friday Nov 13th 8am to 1pm right in front of the main entrance of #RPM at 299 East Plumb Ln.

➡️ djmoforadio@gmail.com"

-November 14 | 6-10pm 

Best in The City  

*Location:

2300 Oddie Blvd, 

Sparks, NV 89431

*Instagram | The Compound Coffee | Tacos El Gordo | Silver State Hot Dogs | Sons Hibachi

"🚨𝗜𝗧𝗦 𝗚𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 🚨

Tacos El Gordo x The Compound present 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 food, vibes, and community all in one spot! 🙌

Come enjoy the city’s favorites all in one place
🌮☕️🥩🍚🌭"

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-November 14 - 16 | Friday 6-10pm | Sa & Su 10am-6pm

Reno Punk Rock Flea Market presents 

Fleas the Season 

*Location:

South 40

1445 S Meadows Pkwy, 

Reno, NV 89521

*TICKETS

*Instagram | Punk Rock Flea Market | South 40

*Website | Punk Rock Flea Market | South 40

"Join us for THREE DAYS of Reno's Most Punk Flea featuring:

60 Vendors
14 Bands
Possum Pile Clothing Exchange
Full Arcade with pool tables and skee-ball
DIY Activity Tables - Zines, Friendship Bracelets, Collage!
Car Smash
Dare Devil Performance by Brianna Belladonna
Food Trucks
Mutual Aid Groups
and more!

The Flea is always all ages and kids under 12 are free!

BAND LINEUP COMING REAL SOON!!

This is an indoor-only event in a giant barcade with tons of parking! 

We have 100 early bird single day $5 tickets so get them while you can! Our regular presale tickets are $8 for a single day and $15 for a full three-day weekend pass. Tickets jump up to $10 for a single day and $20 for a weekend pass at the event so grab them while they're super cheap!"

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-November 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 29 & December 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13 (7:30pm) / November 16, 23**, 30 & December 7, 14 (2pm): 

A Christmas Carol 

*Location:

Reno Little Theater

147 E Pueblo St, Reno, NV 89502

*TICKETS

*Instagram

"The classic tale performed with only three performers (race/gender blind). There's magic, music, comedy, and more, all while keeping to the original story."

-Description from website

-November 15 | 9am-12pm 

Ophir Creek Guided Hike via Davis Creek Regional Park

Sponsored by Coffeebar 

*RSVP

*Instagram

*Website (Online ordering available)

"For our November hike we’re heading to Ophir Creek, via Davis Creek Regional Park, where Forest Service’s Forest ambassador Paige Land will take you through the history of the land, and the local flora and fauna on the trail.

This will be a 4.5mile hike with 1045ft elevation gain, and is rated as moderate.

Please meet at the Lakeview Group picnic area, located in Davis Creek Regional Park.

There may be some weather / rain lingering into Saturday, so please come with appropriate footware and attire for the conditions.

We aim for a 3 hour hike, and always recommend you pack lots of water and sunblock.

These hikes are sponsored by Coffeebar, and will have free Trailhead Medium Roast coffee available 15 mins before each hike."

-Description from website

-November 15 | 11am-7pm 

Comstock Film Festival 

*Location:

Fourth Ward School

537 S C St, Virginia City, NV 89440

*TICKETS

*Virginia City Instagram

"A weekend of independent film showings, filmmaking workshops, special guest appearances and more in historic Virginia City, Nevada!

The Historic Fourth Ward School Museum invites you to immerse yourself in the world of cinema and celebrate the art of filmmaking at the 2nd annual Comstock Film Festival in historic Virginia City, Nevada!

This event offers a chance to learn from film industry experts, watch awesome independent films by local Nevada Youth filmmakers, build connections with like-minded creatives who share similar passions, and support young filmmakers!

The weekend's festivities are open to anyone with a love for film and/or Nevada history.

Please view the outline of Comstock Film Festival events in the Agenda above!

TICKET LEVELS

There are multiple levels of tickets to tailor the Comstock Film Festival experience to your preferences.All Access VIP Day Pass: Don't miss a minute of the Comstock Film Festival with the All Access VIP Day Pass, good for all CFF events Saturday! This pass includes access to all Master Classes, Presentations, Film Screenings, and Panel Discussions of the CFF.- $20 for all access to the 2025 CFFFilm Screening (incl. Panel Discussions and Afterparty) - $9.00
1 Master Class Filmmaking Workshop- $10.00
2 Master Class Filmmaking Workshops - $15.00
That's a wrap! Afterparty (incl. Film Screening and Panel Discussions) - $9.00"

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-November 15 | 3-7pm  

Spellbinders (FREE) 

*Location:

Pioneer Center

100 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501

*Instagram

"SPELLBINDERS, the International Festival of Magic, returns for its eleventh year with a dazzling array of Gold Medal winning champions of magic at the Pioneer Center November 15th at 3:00 pm & 7:00 pm. SPELLBINDERS is brought to you by Education Renaissance of Nevada Initiative, a local nonprofit committed to promoting literacy for school children in our community."

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-November 15 | 2-5pm  

The Riverwalk District's 

Tipsy Turkey Wine Walk 

*Location:

Downtown Reno

*TICKETS

*Instagram

Participating Locations Listed on Website:
The Spot: Riverwalk Bar and Tavern
Shim’s
Hookâva
Sierra Tap House
Crafted Palette
5 Star Saloon
Ole Bridge Pub
Home Means Nevada Co.

"Gobble, wobble, sip, repeat. 🍷🦃
The Tipsy Turkey Wine Walk struts into the Riverwalk District on Saturday, Nov. 15 | 2–5 PM! Gather your flock and warm up for Thanksgiving the best way we know how with 15+ local stops serving up seasonal sips and downtown vibes."

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-November 15 | 11am-5pm 

Artisans of North Nevada Pop Up Shops 

*Location:

Alpine Academy

1421 Pullman Dr, Sparks, NV 89434

*Facebook

*Reel

Back at it November 15th! We got treats 🍬 gifts, food, and face painting.

A Collective Marketplace ranging in Rare Plants, Art, Handmade and High Skilled Crafts

Including Taxidermy, crochet, plant breeding, terrariums, and so much more! 🎨 Even better, refer an artist or grower! 👇📱
Text: (858)70-PLANT
*standard rates may apply*

Our events are Free Admission & All Ages
Instagram: @Artisansofnorthnevada

🗓️ Date: Saturday 11-15-2025
⏰ Time: 11a-5p
📍 Location: Alpine Academy • 1421 Pullman Dr Sparks

Share📲 | Like🫶 | Follow🔮
@artisansofnorthnevada
Local Rare Plants • Local Professional Artists

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-November 15 | 9pm-1am  

This is How We Do It 80s & 90s R&B/Hip-Hop Party (18+)

*Location:

Virginia St. Brewhouse

211 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501

*TICKETS

*Instagram

"Featuring all your favorite OG R&B and hip hop anthems from artists like Montell Jordan, Salt-N-Pepa, TLC, Snoop, LL Cool J, Mary J. Blige, Biggie, 2Pac, Aaliyah, and more! What The Dance has got the vibe to make you wanna push it real good!"

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-November 15 | 12-3pm  

Seen & Zined 

*Location:

The Holland Project

140 Vesta St, Reno, NV 89502

*RSVP

"Holland Project is excited to partner with One APIA Nevada (OAN) for a FREE zine making and community building workshop on Sat, Nov. 15th from 12-3PM! Join us and craft your experiences into a zine while exploring how your aspirations connect to a broader community vision! This workshop is lead by OAN’s Northern Nevada Youth Fellow, Claire Lin and will feature local advocacy organizations with information and resources on how to get more involved in the community. Whether you’re familiar with zines or not, this workshop is open to everyone and is a perfect space to share, create, and learn about one another. Materials will be provided, so bring your creativity and a small item that is important to your story!"

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-November 15, 22 & December 6 & 13 

Bollywood Dancing Lessons by Chhavl Bhalla 

*Location:

Bliss Holistic Center

1100 Kietzke Ln, Reno, NV 89502

"Bollywood dancing is a fun and energetic way to sneak in some cardio all while having a blast. In this 4-week series you will learn the fundamentals of this cultural art as Chhavi teaches you how to move and groove like they do in movie sets of Bollywood. No experience needed! Come as you are and let's have some fun! Part of a 5-week series. Save $5/class and learn the full choreography by signing up for the full series. We will break for Thanksgiving and end the last class with a Glow party!"

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-November 16 | 2-5pm

Junk Journal Club

*Location: 

Tooti Frooti

141 Vesta St, 

Reno, NV 89502

*TICKETS

*Instagram | The Paper Girl NV | Tooti Frooti

"RENO- this one is for you!! The Paper Girls will be journaling @tootifrooti.shop on Sunday, November 16, 2025 from 2p-5p. Get your tickets using the link in our bio- be sure to select the Reno event! Space is limited!

Bring your journal, maybe a friend & all of your creativity!

Optional dress code: tea party inspired dresses/ florals🌸"

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-November 16 | 10am-2pm  

Yoga Six & Matcha Girl 

*Location:

Yoga Six 

1610 Robb Dr D1, 

Reno, NV 89523

"Grab a matcha from The Matcha Girl and enjoy a FREE yoga class with @yogasix_renonorthwest !

Spots are limited. Book your class ahead of time because these free sessions will fill up fast!"

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-November 16 | 1:30-4pm 

November Watercolor with Carolyn Runnells 

*Location:

Nevada Fine Arts

1301 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502

*Instagram

*Register

-November 18 | 8pm  

The Deslondes 

*Location

Virginia Street Brewhouse

211 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501

*Instagram | Reno Brewhouse

*TICKETS

*Website

Bio:
“This band feels like the old family farm,” says Sam Doores, one of five songwriters and multi-instrumentalists in the Deslondes. “It’s a place where we can meet for the Fourth of July, bring our families, grill some burgers, and make some music together. It’s always going to be there, and we know it’s going to work and feel good.” After more than 15 years together, four albums, and countless live shows, the five members have found new inspiration in the ties that bind them together as friends and collaborators, as something close to kin. That sense of comfort and commitment animates their new album, Roll It Out, lending it a quiet poignancy as they reflect on what it means to devote yourself to other people—whether it’s family, friends, audiences, or other guys in the tour van with you.

Founded less as a band than as a neighborhood hang at Doores’ home on Deslonde Street, the band devised an anything-goes philosophy that allowed them to incorporate sounds they picked up on their travels and everything they heard at home: classic country, hobo folk, crust punk, rural blues, Third Ward jazz, rockabilly, r&b, Fats Domino and Allen Toussaint but also George Jones and the Band. “We take turns giving each other somebody to lean on when it’s our turn and the freedom to express themself any way they want,” says Riley Downing, who usually plays guitar and sings his own and others’ songs. “That means we don’t have a particular genre. It’s a gumbo of all different genres and time periods. Everybody’s literally into everything.”

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-November 20 | 5pm
Ice Skating Rink Opens For the Season
*Location:

Grand Sierra Resort

2500 E 2nd St, 

Reno, NV 89595

*Website

*Instagram

"Outdoor Ice Skating
An memorable outdoor experience for family and friends, The Ice Rink at Grand Sierra Resort welcomes you to the coolest place to skate this winter. Grab some skates, or bring your own, and glide around our magnificent outdoor rink. Fun for the whole family, The Ice Rink at GSR is the perfect place to glide and twirl around for a spectacular skating adventure."

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-November 21 (5-9pm) |  22 (9am-3pm): 

Sky Tavern Ski Swap 

*Location:

Sky tavern Ski Recreation Center

21130 Sky Tavern Rd, Reno, NV 89511

*Instagram

*Website

"SWAP IT LIKE IT’S HOT! Reno Tahoe’s favorite ski swap returns on Nov. 21 & 22, and this year it’s AT the mountain! Kick off winter with us on Friday, Nov. 21, 5 pm - 9 pm, and Saturday, Nov. 22, 9 am - 3 pm. Shop from a huge selection of new items and local used gear like skis, boards, boots, apparel, and accessories.

Clean out the garage and drop your used (but functional!) gear at Sky Tavern on Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday before the event. Help us spread the word and support community-funded programs."

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-November 21 | 7-11pm  

K-Pop Demon Hunters Dance Party 

*Location:

Need 2 Speed

2863 Northtowne Ln Suite 400, 

Reno, NV 89512

*TICKETS

*Instagram

"Join us for a one- night- only K-POP Demon Hunters Dance Party where demons meet other K-Pop idols! Summon your crew and battle the dance floor to the Hottest K-Pop tracks, and of course your favorite soundtrack to the Top Charting movie: K-Pop Demon Hunters! It all goes down FRIDAY NOVEMBER 21ST from 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM at @need.2.speed located at 2863 Northtowne Lane Unit 400 in Reno, NV 📍

Come dressed to SLAY for a costume contest giveaway with Cash & Prizes!! 🤑

This is an ALL AGES Event with a Full Bar for the 21+. Enjoy featured Mocktails & Cocktails including Boba Drinks and Dirty Boba Drinks. Full Food Menu and Lots of Extra Fun things to do! Music by the Award Winning @amplifiedent DJs, Special Guests and a 360 photo booth Experience! 🇰🇷🎶🔥🤳

Cover: $20 and Presale Tickets are just $15 Available online at www.EventBrite.com
(@eventbrite)

Media Partner: @96.5alice_reno

For more info, Follow us at:

Instagram: @AmplifiedEnt

Tik Tok: @AmplifiedEnt

Facebook.com/AmpEnt

Interested in Vendor opportunities? Contact us today at: 775.267.7597 📲"

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-November 22 | 11am-3:30pm 

November Junk Journal Club Par-tea 

*Location:

Carson City Community Center

851 E William St, Carson City, NV 89701

"Happy November!! Mark your calendars for our next Junk Journal Club on November 22nd from 11 am - 3:30pm at the Carson City Community Center. 🫖💕

Bring your journal, maybe a friend & and all of your creativity!
Click the link in our bio to get your tickets!

Optional dress code: tea party inspired dresses/ florals 🌸"

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-November 22 | 4-7pm 

Grand Tree Lighting & Pictures with Santa 

*Location

The Village at Rancharra

7100 Rancharrah Pkwy, Reno, NV 89511

*Instagram

"Get ready to jingle all the way to The Village at Rancharrah for South Reno’s most festive family tradition! This year, the Grand Tree Lighting Ceremony takes place on Saturday, November 22 — the weekend before Thanksgiving, making it the perfect way to kick off the holiday season. Start your evening at 5 p.m. with a special musical performance by the Reed High School Intermezzo Choir, followed by the spectacular lighting of the 30-foot tree at 5:30 p.m., filling the night with holiday magic. Plus, Santa will be on-site from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for festive photos and to spread cheer throughout the event. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration to begin your holiday season early!

More details on the festivities:
● Photos with Santa: Families can take whimsical portraits with Santa from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
● Reed High School Intermezzo Choir Performance: Listen to the jolly tunes of the holiday with a choral performance from 5 p.m.
● Grand Tree Lighting Ceremony: The evening will conclude with The Village’s Grand Tree Lighting at 5:30 p.m."

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-November 23 | 9am-2pm 

Annual Holiday Bazaar by Riverside Farmer's Market (year-round)

*Location:

Idlewild Park

2055 Idlewild Dr, Reno, NV 89509

*Instagram

*Website

-November 23 | 1pm & 5pm  

Sierra Nevada Ballet Presents 

Peanutcracker 

*Location:

Pioneer Center

100 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501

*TICKETS

*Instagram

"Peanutcracker is a shorter, 45-minute narrated version of The Nutcracker that is designed for families with younger children to introduce them to the wonderful world of ballet and the traditional holiday ballet, The Nutcracker. The shortened ballet with its glowing Christmas tree, the Rat King's battle scene, Clara and the Sugar Plum Fairy and animated narration has proven to be very popular with audiences of every age. This year's performance will feature Sierra Nevada Ballet's company of professional dancers and over 40 local children who will perform live on stage for this 'must-not-miss' holiday event."

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-November 25 - December 31  

WinTORRland 

*Location:

10 Torr

490 Mill St, Reno, NV 89502

"✨🎄 The countdown is ON — only 2 weeks until WinTORRland takes over 10 Torr!⁠
⁠
From Nov 25th- Dec 31st We’re decking every hall, lighting every tree, and serving up the merriest cocktails in town.⁠
⁠
🎁 Doors open Nov 25 — who’s ready to jingle, mingle, and get merry? 🍸⁠"

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-November 26 | 11am-12:30pm 

A Mad Tea Party:  Celebrating 160 Years of Alice! (FREE)

*Location:

Sierra View Library (Located inside Reno Town Mall)

4001 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502

*RSVP (only 33 spots left as of 11.4.25)

*Instagram

"Alice's Adventures in Wonderland turns 160! Join us for fantastical festivities, including treats and activities. Come dressed as your favorite character, too!

Please register the total number of attendees in your party." 

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-November 26 | 6-11pm  

2025 Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl 

*Location:

4 local venues (TBA)

*TICKETS

*Instagram

"What Is Included With My Bar Crawl Ticket?

4+ Venues! 
Free Entry Into The Best Bars  
FREE After Party 
Pub Crawls Wristband 
Detailed Custom Digital pub crawl map  
Generously Low Drink Specials 
Tasty Thanksgiving Themed Drinks 
Select Food Specials 
Hundreds Of Crawlers 
Live Music/Bands/DJs at Certain Venues  
Look out for a feature on our social media!  
Helpful Pubcrawls.com Staff On Site "

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-November 27 | 9am  

Wobble Before You Gobble Race 

10K, 5K, & 1 Mile Walk

*Location:

Idlewild Park

2055 Idlewild Dr, Reno, NV 89509

*Register

*Instagram | Reno Running Company | Desert Sky Adventures

"Join us on Thanksgiving Morning, Thursday November 27th for a run/ walk/ wobble that kicks off your Thanksgiving morning festivities! Reno's Wobble Before You Gobble is the best Thanksgiving tradition for the whole family.

NEW LOCATION FOR 2025! The race event will begin in Idlewild Park in Reno, Nevada. The 10K will start at 9am, followed by the 5K at 9:10am, and the 1 Mile Walk at 9:15am. Participants will make their way through Reno neighborhoods and the nearby parks before returning to the finish where they will get a finisher's medal upon completion.

Packet pickup will be Tuesday, November 25th and Wednesday, November 26th at Reno Running Company (Summit Store- 13987 S. Virginia St) from 12pm-6pm. At packet pickup, you will receive your bib, special swag item, and t-shirt (if purchased).

Please note; we do not allow pets on course!

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-November 27 | 8:30-10am 

27th Annual Scheels Turkey Trot (2 mile, non timed) 

*Location:  

Sparks Marina

300 Howard Drive, Sparks, NV 89434

*Register

"While Sir Stuffy totally rocks a hard hat, we’ll leave the heavy lifting to the real pros. Our speedy 10k is on hold while Sparks Blvd gets a makeover with road construction, but don’t worry, it’ll be back before you know it. This year’s Turkey Trot will keep things cozy with our classic 2-mile stroll around the Marina, perfect for soaking up the views and holiday cheer. Feeling extra peppy? Go ahead and trot that extra mile… or four… by taking two more laps around the Marina. And to make this year extra memorable, we’re bringing back our famous Turkey Trot sweatshirts!

To help show our support and excitement for the widening project, we are encouraging walkers and runners to wear something "construction" related! We can't wait to see what you all come up with and the runner or walker that has the most construction related clothing on (throughout their run or walk), gets a special prize from our special events team.

Race proceeds ($2 per runner) will go to Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful and Amateur Radio Emergency Services."

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-November 28 & 29 (4-9pm) | December 5 & 6 (4-9pm) 

Holiday Lights Festival 

*Location:

Reno Arch (Downtown)

345 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501

"Experience the magic of the holiday season at the Holiday Lights Festival, a dazzling celebration that will illuminate downtown Reno from City Plaza to the iconic Reno Arch. Free for artists and local car clubs, this enchanting event transforms the heart of Reno into a festive wonderland.
In partnership with the City of Reno’s annual Christmas tree lighting, the festival features holiday train rides, photos with Santa, a charming Christmas Village, and much more. With its blend of twinkling lights, joyful activities, and community spirit, the Holiday Lights Festival is the perfect way to kick off the season in style."

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-November 29 | 11am-7pm  

A Christmas Craft 

*Location:

The Potentialist Workshop

836 E 2nd St, Reno, NV 89502

*TICKETS

"Join us for A Christmas Craft featuring 30 local vendors, 10 Christmas Craft workshop stations geared towards decoration and gifts for the holiday season, live festive music, a food truck, hot chocolate bar and access to our 20,000 sqft immersive art exhibit.

Your 15$ admission gets you access to all the festivities and nearly all the craft stations - a few of the workshop crafts are priced at $5. We are taking donations of functional toys, clothes, jackets, and wicker or metal baskets that can be donated in place of the $5 fee.
It is our goal to make this holiday as homemade and local as possible, while also supporting those who might need a little extra love this season.

Our tickets are sold by the hour for this event to help the flow of creation! Please do your best to come at the time of your ticket so that we can make sure everyone can craft something magical. You are welcome to stay as long as you like! The immersive will stay open until 8:30pm.

VENDOR APPLICATIONS OPEN NOW
You can sign up through the link in our bio 🎄"

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-December 2-7:  

Broadway Show 

Stereophonic

*Location:

Pioneer Center

100 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501

*TICKETS

*Instagram

"The most Tony Award-winning Show of the year. The most Tony Award-nominated Play of all time. Stereophonic mines the agony and the ecstasy of creation as it zooms in on a music studio in 1976. Here, an up-and-coming rock band recording a new album finds itself suddenly on the cusp of superstardom. The ensuing pressures could spark their breakup — or their breakthrough. Written by David Adjmi, directed by Daniel Aukin, and featuring original music by Arcade Fire’s Will Butler, Stereophonic invites the audience to immerse themselves — with fly-on-the-wall intimacy — in the powder keg process of a band on the brink of blowing up.

Stereophonic is recommended for ages 13 and up. The play contains simulated drug use and adult topics. The run time is 3 hours, including a 15-minute intermission."

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-December 4 | 10am-3pm  

Junior League's 53rd Annual Poinsettia Luncheon 

*Location:

GSR

2500 E 2nd St, 

Reno, NV 89595

*Sponsorship

*Instagram | GSR | Junior League

"Bundle up for something bold, bright, and beautifully impactful at the Junior League of Reno’s 53rd Annual Poinsettia Luncheon.

This year’s theme, An Alpine Adventure, celebrates the culture and natural beauty of the Sierra Nevada and Tahoe Basin while spotlighting health and wellness disparities in our region. Nearly 1,000 passionate women will gather to uplift our community through purposeful celebration—blending elegance, energy, and impact to showcase the very best of what our League stands for: leadership, connection, and meaningful change.

Event Highlights
Elegant Alpine fare, seasonal signature cocktail, and full beverage service
Live entertainment to set a festive holiday tone
Holiday boutique featuring curated local goods
Silent auction and raffle with premium packages
Inspiring presentation on JLR’s community impact and future vision"

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-December 4 & 5 (4-9pm) | 6 (11am-9pm)

10th Annual 39 North Pole Village 

Downtown Sparks

1250 Victorian Ave., Sparks, NV 89431

*Instagram

*Website

"Get ready for a magical holiday weekend! ✨ The 10th Annual 39 North Pole Village is back in Downtown Sparks. Join us for three days of festive fun with live music, food trucks, free photos with Santa, and so much more!"

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-December 4, 5, & 6 

Christmas Hometown Parade & Tree Lighting 

*Location:

Sparks Victorian Square

764-794 Victorian Ave, Sparks, NV 89431

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4TH
39 North Pole, 4:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Light Displays, entertainment, and outdoor Christmas market

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5TH
Tree Lighting Ceremony - Presented by Nugget Casino Resort, 6:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Complimentary hot chocolate from Living Stones Church
Live Christmas Sing-along with Copper Clover
39 North Pole, 4:00 to 9:00 p.m.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6TH
Parade Day Activities: 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Santa Photos at 39 North Pole 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Sparks Hometowne Christmas Parade, 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.
39 North Pole, 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

-December 5 | 4:30pm 

Silver & Snowflake Festival 

*Location:

Capitol Building Grounds

Nevada State Capitol, 101 N Carson St, Carson City, NV 89701

"Join us for the annual tree lighting ceremony on the Capitol Grounds with the traditional caroling by the city’s 5th grades, sleigh rides down Carson Street, Santa, the Grinch, and hot chocolate to kick-off the holidays in Carson City!"

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-December 6 | 12-5pm 

5th Annual Maker's Market 

*Location:

Schussboom

12245 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89511

*Website

-December 6 | 4-8pm 

4th Annual South Creek Christmas Festival 

Hosted by Living Stones South Reno

*Location:

South Creek Shopping Center

95 Foothill Rd, Reno, NV 89511

"Repost & share! 🎄South Reno’s only Christmas festival! South Creek stores, restaurants, and Living Stones are celebrating again; tree lighting, Santa pics, store specials, food, drinks, and more!"

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-December 6 & 7 | 10am-3pm 

Hi-Dez Holiday Market 

*Location:

299 E. Plumb Lane Suite 115

*Instagram

"HI-DEZ is DEC 6TH-7TH! Your favorite holiday market and one of our favorite times of the year returns with a NEW location for TWO DAYS and all the same neighborhood fun you know and love. Please join us the first weekend in December at 299 E. Plumb Lane (Suite 115) as well as at The Radical Cat, Tooti Frooti, Our Center, Magpie Roasters, and our Wells Avenue neighbors for holiday shopping, live music and DJs, crafts, and more! Vendor list and details available at hollandreno.org/hi-dez
.
This year’s artwork by Uziel Gutierrez 🐿️ @junkyardharem"

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-December 6 (10am-4pm) & 7 (10am-3pm)  

11th Annual Holiday Faire 

*Location:

St. Mary's Art Center

55 R St, Virginia City, NV 89440

*Instagram

*Website

"✨ Experience the Holiday Faire at St. Mary’s Art Center! ✨

Join us for our 11th annual Holiday Faire, a two-day holiday marketplace featuring one-of-a-kind fine art and crafts from talented regional artists.

🗓️ December 6-7
📍 St. Mary’s Art Center, Virginia City, NV
🚍 Free Shuttle & Onsite Parking

🎨 Some of our featured Artists:
• Bear Earth Products – Beaded, Native American, and handmade soaps
• Vetterwerks – Handcrafted textile straps
• Liz Huntington Photography – Tiny photo ornaments
• Pete Paulos – Beautifully crafted violins
• Song Dog Silver – Nevada pendants
• Stephen H. Provost – Carefully curated books
• Mountain Lion Arts
• The Barn at Six Mile
• Dragon Bird Crafts
• & more!

Enjoy the holiday spirit of the Comstock all day long with unique gifts, local art, and festive cheer.

🎄 Free admission for everyone!"

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-December 7 | 11am-2pm 

Handmade Holiday Faire 

*Location:

Urban Roots

1700 E 2nd St, Reno, NV 89502

*RSVP

*Instagram

"About the event

Enjoy a hot beverage while you make your own crafts and shop for gifts from local vendors. Take a picture with Santa, enjoy storytime with Mrs. Claus, and make sure own gifts for the holiday season! Browse the local vendor stalls for gifts for family and friends, including jewelry, pottery, soap, printmaking, and more!

Apply to be a vendor here: https://form.jotform.com/252574750060151"

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-December 11 | 6-9pm 

Mix Mingle & Jingle Party 

*Location:

Wild River Grille

17 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501

*TICKETS

"Cordillera’s 14th annual Mix, Mingle & Jingle is right around the corner! Dust off your ugly sweater or favorite Xmas ensemble and join us for a jolly night of fun, friends and holiday cheer 🎄 Tickets are $25 and include appetizers and a drink ticket to get the party started 🍸

Of course we are bringing back our fan-favorite costume contests! 🎅 We’ll have prizes for the following categories:
1. Best Ugly Xmas Sweater – Store Bought, Storage Found & Strangely Spirited
2. Best Ugly Xmas Sweater – Hot Glued, Homemade & Hideous
3. Best Dressed Duo – Best Matching or Best Theme (Ex: Previous Winners dressed as a Missile and a Toe)
4. Most Original Overall Christmas Ensemble
5. Best Dressed like a Holiday Film

Join us for a joyful night to kickstart your holiday season with Cordillera!"

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-December 12 (4-9pm) & 13 (11am-4pm) 

Cowboy Christmas 

*Location:

Reno Livestock Events Center

1350 N Wells Ave, Reno, NV 89512

"Reno Cowboy Christmas is a month away! Come see us for Christmas mini’s, Santa, and lots of amazing Christmas shopping!!"

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-December 12 | 7-10pm 

Feline Familiar Fundraiser (21+) 

*Location:

OTC Bar

340 Kietzke Ln, Reno, NV 89502

*TICKETS

"@conjuredevents is teaming up with @kittykissesrescuereno for a feline fundraiser on Dec, 12th!

Trust us, you don’t want to miss out! It’s going to be a night ✨🌙 🧹 to remember, all for a good cause! 🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛"

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-December 12, 13, & 14 

Tahoe Live Festival (GSR shuttle available) 

*Location:

Palisades Tahoe (45 mins from Reno)

1960 Olympic Valley Rd, Olympic Valley, CA 96146

*TICKETS

*Shuttle Passes 

"That’s right, this year we’re partying with @zedsdead, @djdiesel, @alisonwonderland, @porterrobinson, @lsdream x @clozeeofficial, @peekaboobeats, @sanholobeats, @jessica_audiffred, @sippyau + MORE ❄️

Tickets on sale next week. To be notified when early bird tickets go live, head to link in bio - OR comment below (& check your DMs).

Early Bird Tickets | Monday, 8/4 @10AM PT 🏂

Skip the drive and ride in comfort! Our official Tahoe Live shuttle is now on sale.

Presented in partnership with @grandsierra, this convenient round-trip service takes you from Reno to Palisades Tahoe and back each day of the festival.

Choose a Single-Day or 3-Day Shuttle Pass, sit back, and let us handle the drive while you focus on the fun. 🏂"

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-December 13 | 8pm-2am 

Reno Santa Crawl 

*Location:

Start: Behind Rum Buillions at Silver Legacy

407 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501

*Instagram

-December 13 & 14 | 10am-5pm 

Chili Cash & Carry 

*Location:

The Wedge Ceramics Studio

2095 Dickerson Rd, Reno, NV 89503

*Website

*Instagram | The Wedge | Bone Appetit

"Step 1: Select your bowl
Step 2: pay for your bowl and receive a chili ticket
Step 3: present chili ticket to @boneappetitbbq to get your chili and cornbread!
Step 4: enjoy!"

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-December 14 | 12-4pm 

2nd Annual Tamale Festival 

*Location:

Brewery Arts Center

449 W King St, 

Carson City, NV 89703

*Instagram

"Join us in celebrating the holidays with tamales! Tamales available for purchase from over a dozen vendors PLUS kids activities, artisans, & more!

Interested in selling your tamales or becoming an artisan vendor? See below…

You will be selling your tamales to the general public and handling all your own sales. There will be a contest for the Best Tamale, judged by a panel, and People’s Choice Tamale, voted on by the attendees. There will be a $250 prize awarded to each winner.

Last year’s event drew over 1,000 attendees and tamales sold out fast! Please be prepared for a very large crowd.

● You must be permitted through Carson City, or receive a temporary health permit from
Environmental Health to participate. We are not allowed to accept home cooks at this
time.
● There is a $100 fee to participate, due by Friday, December 5th. This can be paid
cash/check or online.
● You will need to provide your own table/chairs and setup for selling tamales. Only
electric or approved food service heating elements are ok. Chafing dishes with sterno is
ok, no other open flame allowed.
● The event is from 12 to 4pm with setup beginning at 10am. You must be setup and ready
to go by 11:45pm."

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-December 21 | 2-7pm 

Reno Antique Faire Holiday Market 

*Location:

National Bowling Stadium

300 University Wy, Reno, NV 89501

*Instagram

"Join us for the Reno Antique Faire Holiday Market at the National Bowling Stadium on December 21st from 2pm-7pm for a fun, FREE, family event, for all ages.
Shop over 80 vintage & antique vendors, enjoy something from our concessions stand, grab a drink, snap a photo with Santa and most of all, BOWL!
There is no entry fee and no cost to bowl, so come find those last minute gifts and celebrate the holidays in true Reno-style."

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EVENTS TBA

Returning 2026

Ambush Haunted House 

*Location:

7450 Ambush Circle

Sparks, NV 89436

*Facebook

-October TBA

Deadwood Manor Haunt (FREE)

*Location:

18280 Grizzle Bear Court

Reno NV 89508

*Facebook

-November TBA

17th Annual Meet the Turkeys 

*Location:

Wilbur D May Museum

1595 N Sierra St.

Reno, NV 89503

*Instagram

SEASONAL FOODIE GUIDE

Stock up on wholesome non-gmo fall foods at Great Basin Co-op.  They also serve a pumpkin latte that's made with organic house made pumpkin puree.

Seasonal Baked Goods 

Mix Bakeshop

1117 California Ave, Reno, NV 89509

Fall/Halloween Items available Oct. 1st

 (775) 329-1748
Website
Facebook

Order Online

Halloween cookie kits and pies are popular, so placing your order ahead of time is best.

-Cookie Decorating Kits

-Jack Skellington & Jumbleberry pie are popular.

-Seasonal/Halloween Cupcakes

-Seasonal Pies - Pecan, Pumpkin, Apple, Pumpkin Streusel, & more

If there's one place you can depend on for delicious year round pies, Mix Bakeshop is the spot.  Their crust is so flavorful and buttery and their fillings are made with quality ingredients.  

They also have cutie sized pies that make sampling each flavor a easy.

Also available are cookie kits and cupcakes in all sorts of flavors. 

This shop has fun old fashioned vibes that make it fun to visit.  I always look forward to my visits here, especially during the holidays.

Batch Cupcakery is a local bakery favorite that makes one of the best pumpkin cupcakes in town.  This shop has been around for a while and was one of the first to cater to all diets, including paleo, vegan, and keto.  Locations in Midtown and South Reno.

Great Basin Co-op is a local grocery store where you can find seasonal offerings, including an amazing pumpkin cookie/muffin/pumpkin latte.  They usually have a daily gluten free/vegan treat on hand.  Call ahead to see what they have in stock. This grocery store is so charming and one of the best spots to hang out to for community vibes.  

*Silver State Pie Co. - Seriously good sweet & savory pies made by seriously rad people. Find this food truck all around town, and let Colton & Chef Jason take care of your holiday/everyday pies. They're seriously the best.

The Chocolate Shoppe

Halloween Themed Chocolates & Other Treats

*The Chocolate Shoppe in Gardnerville (50 minutes away form South Reno) has the widest selection of holiday themed chocolates.  They can whip up custom baskets that fit your budget and send them out by mail.

*Bouchee Confections & Tandem Chocolates are craft chocolate shops in Reno that make gourmet edible art from scratch with skill and expertise.  The ladies behind these treats are both amazing people.

*Dorinda's has a wide array treats and makes delicious pumpkin truffles every fall that are delicious. I also love adding them into a custom order of rolled ice cream.  See my recipe below.

Tip: Add any of their chocolates from their case to make yourself a special ice cream concoction.  You can also enjoy any of their flavors vegan style.

Pumpkin Truffle Custom Rolled Ice Cream

Ask for a vanilla base, add in a pumpkin truffle + a dash of cinnamon and top with graham crackers, caramel sauce, more cinnamon, whipped cream, and yes, another pumpkin truffle.  

Pumpkin Truffle Rolled Ice Cream without toppings

Rolled Mountain Creamery Locations

*727 Riverside Drive Ste. E, Reno, Nevada, 89503

This location is next door to Hub Coffee Roasters and across the street of the Truckee River.  Their shared patio is a pleasant spot to hang around in a nice lively atmosphere.  No indoor seating available.

*7400 Rancharra Parkway, Ste. 170, Reno, Nevada 89511

Located at the Village at Rancharra, a stunning village made of modern farmhouse style buildings, all joined by a communal area that's super fun to hang around.  Play human sized chess & bocce ball.  If you get lucky, you'll catch an event and/or live entertainment during your visit.

View in front of Dorinda's at the Village at Rancharra

Caramel Apples

*Fuzziwig's in Scheel's at the Outlets at Legends, Sparks, makes a good traditional caramel apple.  I love that they're always fresh, huge, & not overly sweet.  They always satisfy cravings, especially during the holidays.

*Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory also makes a wide variety of delicious caramel apples, along with other Halloween themed items.  I love their toffee caramel apple and always snag one whenever I see them at events.

Details

List of Seasonal Items In & Around Town

*The Lodge - Apple Spice Chai, Pumpkin Spice Latte, Irish Coffee, Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini, Apple Spice Margarita

*Coffee N' Comics - Pumpkin King (tuxedo pumpkin mocha), Pumpkin Pie Latte, Ube Cinnamon Roll, Chica's Cupcake Chai (vanilla chai with strawberry, cinnamon, & white chocolate). Drink also available iced. Mama's Apple Pie Frap

Pumpkin Pancakes - The Cup Cafe, Squeeze In, Sunrise Cafe, Peg's Glorified Eggs & Ham
*Rolled Mountain Creamery - Pumpkin Truffle Rolled Ice Cream

(See my custom recipe above, CTRL+F)

*Seasonal flavors of ice cream @Handels, @Country Creamery, Sugar Blvd., Little Truckee Ice Creamery

Pumpkin Pie is my favorite because it has a nice pumpkin and graham cracker crust flavor.  Tip:  Make any flavor into a milkshake. Handels

*Batch Cupcakery - pumpkin cupcake w/ cream cheese frosting & other seasonal offerings like Halloween decorating cookie kits
*Doughboys - pumpkin donut, apple fritter, maple bar
*Scoopers- Scoopers has tasty milkshakes in a ridiculous amount of flavors to take advantage of. If milkshake heaven existed, this would be it. Here are some flavor combos I came up with:

Pumpkin + Cinnamon + Whipped Cream
Think of it like a PSL in milkshake form.

Apple Pie + Caramel + Cheesecake
Apple Pie Cheesecake sounds like it could work.  What do you think?

Salted Caramel + Coffee + Whipped Cream
Salted Caramel Coffee option for the grownups because the fun never stops just because you're an adult.  And let's face it, we need a flavor for the pumpkin/apple/fall haters. LOL

Gingerbread + Marshmallow + Hot Fudge
Warm gingerbread cookie vibes with gooey s’mores energy.

Butter Pecan + Heath Bar + Butterscotch
Grandma would be so proud of this flavor combo.

*Ruby's Shakeshop - all of their milkshakes are amazing. And yes, they just dropped their pumpkin spice shake. If pumpkin is not your thing, their salted caramel shake is it.

*Coffeebar - Fall menu dropping October 3rd.
*Old World Coffee -Old Pine Latte, Sweater Weather, Pumpkin Fritter Chai

*Yogurt Beach - Pumpkin froyo (add milk & make it a milkshake). And maybe some graham cracker crumbs for texture and flavor
*Andelin Farm - cider slushie (made with real local apple cider) + vanilla soft serve = YUM
*Fuzziwig's (inside Scheel's), Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, & Sweets Handmade Chocolate for Caramel Apples

*Pangolin Cafe - Pumpkin Spice Latte, Cherry Almond Turkish Delight
*Bouchee Confections - Layered gourmet apple caramel dessert + craft Halloween Bon Bons

*Tandem Chocolates - Seasonal craft bon bons
*Whole Foods - They carry local apple cider by the gallon from Apple Hill Orchards
*Seasonal Boba Drinks - Num Num Boba, Teaspoon, Rare Tea, Ding Tea

Halloween specials at Rare Tea

*Dopo Pizza & Pasta - Pumpkin sage pasta

*Great Basin Co-op - Various Seasonal baked goods (gluten-free & vegan options available).  Their pumpkin muffin & pumpkin cookie are so yummy.

*Black Rock Dessert - House pumpkin & apple cherry ice cream and milkshakes.  Ice cream flights available.

*Boozy Seasonal Drinks @ Arch Society & Honey Bar

2025 Honey Bar Menu. Located in Reno Public Market.

The Arch Society 2024 fall menu.

RAD Local Coffee Shops

We’re so lucky to have so many amazing local coffee shops in Reno. Each one is run by passionate people who genuinely love what they do and aim to brighten our day with quality drinks made with intention, care, and skill, & often times, served with a smile. Every shop brings something unique to the table, so you really can't go wrong with any shop you choose.

Star Village Coffee

Pangolin Cafe

Magpie Roasters

Coffee N' Comics

Old World Coffee Lab

Coffeebar

Great Basin Co-op Food Shed

The Lodge Bar & Patio

Chrome Coffee Works

Cafe Con Papi

Stella Coffee Company

La Victoria

EP Listening Lounge

Lighthouse Coffee

The Purple Bean

Walden's House

Purple Bean

The Compound Coffee

Roamer Coffee House

Hub Coffee Roasters

Forged Coffee

No City Coffee

Midnight Coffee Roasting

The Garden

Bibo

Laughing Cat Coffee Roasters

Superstitious Java

Beanies Coffee

No City Coffee

Sip of Saigon

Rising for People Coffee Co.

Pangolin goodness.

Year-Round Riverside Farmer's Market

EVERY SUNDAY 
9am-1pm

2055 Idlewild Dr.

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Our amazing Riverside Farmer's Market is the only year-round market in Reno and home to some of the most passionate vendors.  Here you'll find seasonal local produce, made from scratch goods, entertainment, all natural products, handmade goods, educational activities for children, special events, and the most welcoming atmosphere and community.  

Subscribe to their newsletter on their website to learn more about the rad businesses that make this market one of the best in town. Find the form at the bottom of the website.

And watch out for details on the market's epic annual Holiday Bazaar that takes place at Idlewild Park every winter.

Old Riverside Farmer's Market @ McKinley Arts Center. New location @ Idlewild Park

Visit a Farm

Visiting a farm in the fall is mandatory every year.  I'm pretty sure many others will agree with me on this one.  It's a tradition that just makes the whole season feel complete... sorta like how people put up trees during Christmas.   The more farms you can visit, the better.  Each one  has it's own vibes, offerings, and atmosphere.  

My Farm Criteria:
*Does the farm feel cozy and welcoming?
*Are there cute animals I can bother (and take way too many pictures of)?
*Is the farm just as obsessed as I am when it comes to offerings - souvenirs, seasonal goodies, & little surprises?
*Can it keep my demanding kids entertained without me losing my mind?
*Is there a spot where I can buy a bunch of things I don’t technically need but will 100% make me happy?
*A farm without baked goods is a major red flag. (I’m talking pies, donuts, breads, the works.)
*And of course, the grub. Sweet, savory, hearty, or festive…Please, take advantage of me.
*Bonus activities -  live music, hayrides, a pumpkin patch, or anything that makes me feel like I’ve stepped straight into a Hallmark movie.

Farms in Reno

Andelin Farm 

8100 Pyramid Way
Sparks, NV 89436

Hours of Operation

Tickets

Pumpkin Patch Adventure Farm:

September 24th-October 31st

Wednesday - Saturdays

Hours vary by day

Jurassic Farm Corn Maze:

September 24th-November 1st

Wednesdays - Saturdays

Hours vary by day

Zombie Paintball and Corn Creepers:

September 27th-November 1st

Thursdays, Fridays, & Saturdays

Hours vary by day

My REEL of Corn Creepers & Zombie Paintball (with details & tips)

Andelin Farm is an absolute must visit in the fall.  It's run by run by a warm and welcoming family who truly value all of their guests and are always working to improve the farm experience.

For a flat admission fee, you can partake in a wide array of exciting activities. 

Families with kids especially love the seasonal pass, offering unlimited access throughout the season. Safety is a top priority as the entire farm is enclosed with a gate, ensuring a secure and delightful experience for the whole family as you explore the grounds.

Some Activities on the Farm:

-petting farm 

-food trucks (hot dogs, mini donuts, apple cider custard slushies).

-barn store (apple cider, crafts, pantry goods, souvenirs)

-Hamster Wheel (all ages)

-pumpkin patch 

-bull lassoing

-Pumpkin Shooters (slingshot corn kernels)

-water pump duck races

-barrel rides (pulled by tractor)

-hay rides around farm

-photo opportunities

-slides

-zip line

-zombie paintball & corn creepers at night (Tickets sold separately.  Reserve in advance.)

-fire pit rental ($)

Notes:

-Andelin Farm gives 15% off  ticket prices to email subscribers prior to the start of every season. Sign up for their newsletter on their website.  

**Not eligible for discount are pony rides, field trips, craft classes, birthday parties, fire pits and season passes**

-Andelin Farm has a fun corn maze (day) that changes in theme each year.  This year's theme is Jurassic Park.

-Don't pass up their apple slushie.  It's made with real local apple cider.  Also, their hot dogs are so yummy.

-Take home a jug of local apple cider from their barn store.

Ferrari Farms

September 27 - October 31

4701 Mill Street,
Reno, NV 89502

Hours

Sunday-Thursday 10am-8pm

Friday & Saturday 10am-10pm

Ferrari Farms has its own charm and while on the smaller side, it's always a fun time on the farm.  Free Admission.  Pay per activity. 

Pricing

Corn Maze 10

Corn Walk $6

Hayride $6/person

Hayride Family $25 (up to 5), Children 2 & under, free

Ornamental Corn $2 each

Corn Stalks $10/bundle

Pumpkins priced by size

Movies $8/person, 2 & under free

Every Friday & Saturday in October, 7-11pm Haunted Corn Maze $10 (cash only)

👨‍👩‍👧 Group Packages Available (20+ people):
Corn Maze + Hayride
OR Corn Walk + Hayride
📞 Call for pricing and reservations

Haunted Maze 

(Fridays & Saturdays Only, 7-10pm)

Tickets

10/4

10/10

10/11

10/17

10/18

10/24

10/25

The Haunted Maze is operated independently from Ferrari Farms. Pricing and details are set by the organizer and may vary.

Admission to Ferrari Farms remains free. Haunted Maze tickets are purchased separately on-site 
$15 per person

Open from dusk until 10:00pm last tickets sold at 9:30pm

Other Activities on the Farm:

-Pumpkins (about 40 varieties)

-Photo opportunities

-Scenic hayride (short & sweet)

-Family-friendly Halloween movies (Fridays).  There are a couple of firepits outside the viewing area where you can roast your own s'mores. Bring your own ingredients & supplies. 

 

TICKETS 

10/3 Beetlejuice

10/10 Nightmare Before Christmas

10/17 Hocus Pocus

10/24 Edward Scissor Hands

Corn mazes:  Their daytime maze is 15-25 mins. depending on how fast you go.  Separate killer clown maze available at night on weekends.  Tip: put your hand on the right wall as you enter the maze and follow that wall all the way through for a no brainer way out .

Barn Dance Under the Stars

October 11 | 7-11pm

Kick up your boots and dance the night away at Ferrari Farms! Enjoy a lively evening of country fun with a DJ, dancing, bar service, and food vendors available for purchase. 

Notes

*Parking is on a dirt lot

*Portable toilets available

*Always check hour to hour weather and dress accordingly.  October days can be bone chilling.

Farms Out of Town

Bishop Pumpkin Farm

Wheatland (2 hours from Reno on the 80W freeway towards Sacramento)

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Fall 2025 Hours

Open daily from September 6-November 9, 2025

Sept 6th-Sept 18th
Mon-Thurs
10:00 am – 7:00 pm Fri, Sat & Sun
9:00 am – 8:00 pm

Sept 19th - Oct 30th
Mon-Thurs
9:00 am – 8:00 pm Fri & Sat
9:00 am – 10:00 pm Sunday
9:00 am – 8:30 pm

Late Season: Halloween & Beyond
Halloween: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
November weekends: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
November - Mon-Friday: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm

If you're looking for the ultimate farm experience with fun entertainment, great hot food, beautiful grounds, heaps of entertainment, and delicious apple goods, Bishop Pumpkin Farm is the spot.

When recommending this farm to others, I often describe it as the "Disneyland" of farms. It has a barn store, bake shop centered around all things apple & pumpkin, cookie shop, hot food section, slushie barn, an abundance of play areas for children, including a petting zoo, train, carousel, u-pick sunflower farm, outdoor movie viewing area, and so much more.

Tips:

-Weekends in October are the busiest.  Plan on arriving early or come on a weekday to beat the crowds. You can also visit mid september.

-Parking on weekends $20, weekdays free

-Free admission.  Pay per activity.  I highly suggest purchasing their ticket bundle.  Tickets never expire. "Value" ticket bundles are slightly discounted & can only be used on the weekdays

-Halloween movies only play during weekends in October

-They take cards here, but it's always good to have cash on hand.

-ATMs available

-Don't forget to check hourly weather to dress appropriately

-You may bring lawn chairs for watching movies in the pumpkin patch

-Fire pits are available by reservation only (follow their Instagram for when windows open.  Reserve early as they fill up fast)

-Movie screens located in the pumpkin patch next to the train

-Cider Mill and bakery can be found all the way at the back to the left (facing farm)

-Restrooms with running water available

-Hand washing stations available all around farm

-Separate ticket required for facepaint

-This farm is perfect for photo shoots

-Pick your pumpkins at the end of the day so you don't have to carry them around.  Or pick them early and place in your car right away.  

-Pay for pumpkins at entrance using weighing scales

-The grounds are beautifully landscaped and are fun to walk around

-I would visit the farm even if I didn't have kids

-On weekend nights, enjoy fireworks & Halloween movies at their whimsical pumpkin patch

-Ride their tractor to the biggest 90 acre u-pick pumpkin patch in the country

***ATMs available on grounds next to Pigadeli Square

Other Activities on the Farm:

-Carousel

-Marble Dig

-Coyote Mountain slide

-corn kernel play room

-old west mini town with buildings children can enter

-u pick sunflower walk

-corn maze

-train ride

-pig races

-pony rides

-face paint

-country store

-wine and beer section

-petting zoo

Must Try Foods

-Apple Slushie Float or Slushshakies (cider slush, soft serve, served in a caramel dipped mug and topped with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a caramel apple).

-Tri Tip Sandwich & Garlic Fries

-Babe's Cookies (choose from chocolate chip & chocolate crinkle)

-Any of their cupcakes

-Apple Dumplings with soft serve from Mrs. B's Bakery 

-Caramel Corn Nuggets and fresh apple cider (from barn at entrance)

-Pulled pork from Chuckwagon Cafe

-Salted pretzel from Wild Willies Trad'n Post

-Gourmet pizza from the tent

-Greek gyro or bowl from the truck

-Agua frescas (fruit waters) & mexican food from the truck

-Pretzels, apple cider donuts, and pizza from the trading post

I always ask for extra sauce. So good!

Apple Hill Growers Association

Placerville, California

2025 Apple Hill Guide

Nestled in the heart of picturesque California, this destination offers a cornucopia of orchards, wineries, bakeries, and artisanal craft shops. Here, you can handpick crisp, juicy apples, savor delectable pies and fresh pressed cider, and explore farm landscapes.  Apple Hill is a must every year and no fall season is complete without it.

My post about Apple Hill with links & tips.

 

El Dorado Orchards, Placerville. Views from train Ride. 

Notes

*The journey to Apple Hill is a scenic two hour drive through the captivating landscapes of South Lake Tahoe & the winding trails of El Dorado National Forest along Highway 50.

  *The busiest time to visit Apple Hill is in the month of October.  Visiting early and on weekdays and at opening times on weekends is recommended for a hassle free time.

*Follow farms on social media to keep up with their opening dates, coupons, offerings, specials, & giveaways. 

Denver Dan's U Pick

Scenic Train Ride @ El Dorado Orchards, Apple Hill

Abel's Apple Acres has the best caramel apples on the hill.

Fun Ghost Town & Shooting Gallery 

in Virginia City

($5/person, 3 & under free)

My reel of Shoaf's Ghost Town

Shoaf's ghost town is charming year round walk through located next to the Sawdust Trails store that my kids (5,7, & 9) have been enjoying for the past several years.  

***Note:  No live actors or jump scares, just cute spooky scenes to enjoy.

Shoaf's Ghost Town, Sawdust Trails, Virginia City Escape Room, and the kettle corn/ice cream spot are all conveniently placed right next to one another and are owned by the same owner, Brian, who's one super kind and nice guy.  The details you'll find at these shops are magnificent.  It's apparent that they were all made with love.

This is one of my favorite shooting galleries ever.  Its charm is undeniable and you'll be pleasantly surprised to find that some of the objects have sound effects and even move when shot at.

Creepy & Spooky Displays at Spirit of Halloween and Home Depot

Spirit of Halloween has so many spooky  interactive displays that me and my kids can't get enough of every year.  The themed displays change every year, making every visit fresh and fun.

Home Depot has really been upping their game with Halloween animatronics these past few years.  Talking witches brewing up a storm in their cauldron, zombie barbers, singing Jack Skellingtons, and the most horrifyingly realistic duo of all, Chucky & his bride, Tiffany...  It's all good fun.

Halloween Fandom Shopping

Terror (Local year-round Halloween shop)

Spencer's

Hot Topic

Box Lunch

Attic Salt

The Stylish Scribe (local stationary store)

Natural Selection (local plant and taxidermy shop)

Haunts In & Around Town

Dark Prison Haunt @ Nevada State Prison, Carson City

Final Hour @ Sparks

Corn Creepers @ Andelin Farm

Haunted Maze @ Ferrari Farms

Virginia City Haunted House @ Freight Depot, Virginia City

Victorian Nightmare @ Mackay Mansion, Virginia City

The Only Family-Friendly Haunt in Reno

BooVille + Macabre Manor

1201 Stardust Streer, Reno, NV 89503

TICKETS

REEL of BooVille + Macabre Manor

Hauntober in Virginia City

List of EVENTS in detail

Virginia City Instagram

Virginia City is one of the best towns to celebrate Halloween. The setting lends itself perfectly to all sorts of spooky shenanigans, not to mention how ridiculously close it is to Reno, its Victorian vibes, and its reputation as one of the most haunted towns in the country.  I have nothing but love for VC.

(Information from VC's website)

Voices from the Past presented by Funtime Theater at Silver Terrace Cemetery

Oct. 4, 5 18 & 19 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

V&T Railroad Pumpkin Patch Train 

Oct 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 & 26 at 11:20, 1:20, 3pm. Oct 24 at 5pm

Haunted Hills, Mills & Mansions 

Oct. 3 & 4

Redrun VII - The Resurrection 

Oct. 11

The Spirits Made Me Do It Saloon Crawl

Oct. 25, 1–5 p.m.

Spirits with the Spirits at Pipers's: Nightmare on B Street

Oct. 25, 6–7:30 p.m.:

Halloween Week Events

Haunted Halloween Graveyard Train 

Oct. 31 & Nov. 1 at 5:30, 6:45, 8 & 9pm

Haunted House at Mackay Mansion: Victorian Nightmare 

Oct. 24 at 7 p.m.

Virginia City Haunted House

Oct 25 - 31, 6-10 p.m.

Fourth Ward School Museum’s Victorian All Hallow’s Eve Ball

Oct. 25

Haunted Horseless Hayride

Oct. 31 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Costume Contest and Parade 

Oct. 31, 5 p.m.

Virginia City Cemetery 

Oct. 31, 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Hauntober Safe Trick-or-Treating 

Oct. 31, 6 to 8 p.m.

St. Mary’s Art Center Ghost Investigation and Sleepover 

Nov. 1 - 3

Ongoing Tours and Attractions 

*Bats in the Belfry Guided Ghost Tour 

*Ghost Tours at Piper’s Opera House 

*Haunted Virginia City Escape Room & Haunted Ghost Town 

*Mackay Mansion Paranormal Investigations 

*Washoe Club Haunted Tours

Creepiest Escape Rooms in Reno

Are you familiar with escape rooms? If not, allow me to introduce you to my latest obsession. I conquered my first escape room about four years ago and have been hooked ever since. There's truly nothing more exhilarating, exciting, empowering, entertaining, and cooler than escape rooms.

Escape rooms are immersive experiences where you and a group of friends, family, or even strangers get locked in a room to play a game. Your mission is to solve a series of puzzles and "escape" your way out.

Rooms vary by difficulty, but most grant you unlimited hints and truly want you to succeed, so tackling one shouldn't be intimidating.

Lucky for us, Reno has some amazing escape room options, and among them are a few that have become my all-time favorites, having experienced over 55 across San Diego, San Francisco, and Las Vegas. The rooms I’m highlighting in this guide are perfect for the Halloween season, featuring spooky and eerie themes.

All October long is Halloweekdays at Deadline! $5 off per player (of teams of 4 or more!) every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Deadline Escape Room's "Dead Silence"  - Your mission in Dead Silence is to navigate your neighbor’s basement without making a sound, solving puzzles and uncovering clues before your captor returns. Silence is golden in this room, as speaking too loudly might trigger the lights to go out, so stay sharp, stay quiet, and escape in time.

Also at Deadline - "Freakshow".   Your team is trapped inside a dilapidated circus tent, locked in cages and set to become the next gruesome attractions. Solve puzzles, navigate through vintage carnival games, and outwit the psychotic ringmaster to escape before you're transformed into the show’s newest "freaks."

For those seeking a less suspenseful and thrilling experience, "Witch Doctor" provides an excellent alternative, perfect for entertaining your fascination with the supernatural. Your mission: rescue the soul of a voodoo priestess ensnared in the spirit realm. The immersive Bayou atmosphere they've conjured in this room is simply enchanting and is an unforgettable experience that has left a lasting impression on me.

Keystone Escape Games provides an extraordinary experience with their room, "Blood of the Original," which played a significant role in kindling my passion for escape rooms.  Your mission in Blood of the Original is to recover the stolen Blood of the Original Vampire before it falls into the wrong hands. Solve puzzles, uncover secrets, and navigate the dark, steampunk inspired lair to save your coven and secure your legacy.

For more of a magical and mystical themed room, "The Sorcerer & the Fountain of Hope" at Breakthrough Reno inside GSR is an amazing option.  Your mission is to infiltrate the fallen castle of Azurio and restore the Fountain of Hope to prevent the Great Dragon from escaping and wreaking havoc upon the world. With the dragon's power growing by the minute, you must solve puzzles and navigate through the castle's defenses to save humanity from impending destruction. 

Fall Foliage in & Around Reno

In Reno, the peak time to experience fall foliage typically occurs from mid to late October, with colors often reaching their most vibrant between October 15 and October 31.

Hope Valley

(1 hr away from Reno toward South Lake Tahoe. Drive another 26 mins. and you'll reach South Lake Tahoe.)

Visitors Admiring the Scenery

People visit Hope Valley in the fall primarily to experience its stunning autumn colors. The valley is framed by majestic aspen groves and pine forests, which transform into a tapestry of gold, orange, and red each October. Also, visitors are drawn to the area for its peaceful, serene landscapes, crisp mountain air, and photography opportunities.

Hikers, nature lovers, and artists also flock to Hope Valley to explore its trails, rivers, and meadows, while families and travelers enjoy the scenic drives and cozy accommodations like cabins nestled among the trees. Its proximity to Reno, South Lake Tahoe, and Markleeville makes it favorable as a convenient escape for a day trip or a weekend getaway, offering both outdoor adventure and peaceful relaxation. 

For fuel, stop by Hope Valley Cafe & Market, Sorensen's Cafe, or take a short 15-minute drive to the charming town of Markleeville from Wylder Resort. Both options offer tasty baked goods, delicious meals, refreshing drinks, and convenient snacks. While you’re there, don’t forget to ask about local trail recommendations to make the most of your outdoor adventure.

Mayberry Park

Enjoy a scenic stroll along the Truckee River, lined with tall golden cottonwood trees in the fall.  This park is dog friendly and has a paved path, porta potty, two bridges, hiking trails, and leads to Dorostkar Park.

Bowers Mansion

(Tours of Mansion - End of May - End of October)

Rentable Pavilion @ Bower's Mansion

Callahan Park

One of my favorite parks found on Mt. Rose Highway before hitting Galena Park.  The park is in the forest with a creek running through, two play structures, a grass area, and short and long hiking trails nearby. 

Truckee Riverwalk

The picturesque autumn foliage set against the waters of the Truckee River creates the perfect fall scene. There are plenty of dining options available along the riverbank. Parking is available at either Idlewild Park or Barbara Benette Park.

Crystal Peak Park

This gem is located in Verdi past Boomtown Casino.  It has so much beauty, a fishing pond, and a short nature trail. 

Rancho San Rafael Park

The kids living it up with Gramps.

Enjoy a handful of deciduous trees spread throughout the park's beautiful grounds.

Audrey Harris Park Lookout @ Bartley Ranch

Other Halloween Things

Family-friendly MUST SEE Halloween Movies

Costumes

Local Thrift/Vintage Shops

The Nest 

Bad Apple Vintage 

Junkee

Party America

Off the Rack

Decorated Homes in Reno

10440 Canyon Country Ct, Reno, NV 89521

2025 REEL

I absolutely LOVE this house. Park the car, stroll up for a closer look, then grab a chair and some hot cocoa to enjoy the incredible Halloween projection show, professionally designed just for this home.

AMBUSH BACKYARD HAUNT

7450 Ambush Cir, Sparks, NV 89436

(Returning 2026)

*The Ambush House in Sparks on its own is enough to make any Halloween special. This attraction is a haunted walk through in the Ambush family's backyard and includes creepers & many different haunting scenes.  

They also decorate the front of their house and go all out with huge props like ginormous skeletons, fake fire displaces, lights, & wicked witches that talk.

Feel free to bring some non perishables and drop them in the bins up front and/or donate via QR code up front.

Pumpkin and Vanilla Froyo @ Yogurt Beach before being made into a milkshake.

ONGOING EVENTS

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-Select Saturdays @ 7pm 

Stargazing  

*Location:

Jack C. Davis Observatory

2699 Vanpatten Ave.

Carson City, NV 89703

*Website

*Lectures every 3rd Saturday of the month.

October 1 - March 3 at 6:30 p.m. 

April 1 - September 30 at 7:30 p.m.

***Weather permitting

Fridays, All October

Open Mic Comedy

*Location:

Midnight Roasting Company

1401 S Virginia St.

Reno NV 89502

*Instagram | Justin Hudson | Midnight Roasting Company

Reno Antique Faire

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June 15, July 20, August 17, September 21, October 19

Every 3rd Sunday

10am-4pm

Location:

Locomotion Plaza

301 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501

From 1st to 4th St.

Every Sunday 

9am - 1pm

Open Mic Comedy Nights

95 N Sierra St, Reno, NV 89501

Instagram | Justinsarus | Dubs

Sunday Nights @ 8:30pm

1401 S Virginia St #250, Reno, NV 89502

Instagram | Justinsarus | Dubs

Friday Nights @ 7:30pm

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Upcoming Reno Races

📍 Two Locations to Choose From:
🗓️ Saturdays – 8:00am
Reno Running Company Sparks
1276 Disc Dr, Sparks, NV 89436
🗓️ Sundays – 8:00am
Reno Running Company Summit Mall
13987 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89511

Wednesday Karaoke & Thursday DJ Trivia

*Location: 

 The Lodge Bar & Patio

17025 NV-431, Reno, NV 89511

*Instagram

*Website

Prime location in Galena Park.

Excellent Service.

Year-round workshops, shows, and parties.

Crocodile Nixon Improv & Comedy

*Location:

Reno Little Theater

147 E Pueblo St, Reno, NV 89502

*Instagram

*Tickets

Tuesdays Bachata Dance Lessons

FREE

Location:  Ball Room of Reno

401 N Center St. Reno NV 89501

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FREE Line Dancing & Country Swing 

Lessons at South 40 

w/ High Desert Country

REEL

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"‼️November is full of country swing‼️ This month we are continuing our FREE Tuesday lessons at south 40. Come join us tonight for some country swing and line dancing. Whether you are an experienced dancer or just starting these classes are perfect for you!

📍South 40 - 1445 S Meadows Pkwy Reno, NV
⏰6-9ish PM - taking song requests between lessons

🕺🏻Country Swing fundamentals at 6:15pm
💃🏽Country Swing moves at 7:30pm

**No partner or experience necessary to join lessons**

ALL AGES WELCOME
NO COVER

Full kitchen menu, Full bar, Arcade games, Virtual Reality & more!"

-Description from Instagram

Turned up Tuesdays Karaoke Night

at Reno Public Market

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Parking 

Food & Drink Options

Community

Shopping 

Check, check, check, & check!

Regular Events at Coffee N' Comics 

940 W Moana Ln, 

Reno, NV 89509

Tuesday Comedy Night | 6:30-8pm

Friday Night Magic | 5:30-8:30pm

Saturday Night Cosplay Karaoke | 5-9pm  | 1235 Baring Blvd, Sparks, NV 89434

Quarterly Comedy Showcase | 5:30-8:30pm | Quarterly

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Jazz & Soul Nights at Lo Bar Social

445 California Ave, Reno, NV 89509

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Third Thursdays

 *Location:

 7300 Rancharrah Parkway, 

Reno, NV 89509, Reno, United States

*Website

*Instagram | Rancharra | Wasteless Shop | Perenn | Grafted | Bone-ito

Exclusive discounts, complimentary drinks, pop-ups, giveaways, & more.

The Village @ Rancharra is a trendy and modern shopping center that has quickly become a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

While the boutiques may lean towards the higher end, the variety of eateries adds a fun and lively atmosphere to the experience.

The highlight of the center is the communal area at its heart, making it the perfect spot for hanging out and enjoying the vibes.

Shops Found at the Village

*Heyday Barber Shop

*Armando & Sons

*The Waste Less Shop

*Rolled Mountain Creamery & Dorinda's Chocolates

*Hinoki Poke

*Perenn Bakery

*The Village Well

*Desert Strands

*Mari Chuy's Tequilaria & Botanas 

*Grafted 

*Nektar Juice Bar

Ladies Night

A Bad Advice Comedy Show

Location: Underworld Distillery

5301 Longley Ln Bldg F Ste 203, 

Reno, NV 89511

*Instagram

*Website

"🎤 The Bad Advice Comedy Show: Ladies Night! 🎉
Get ready for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy at Underworld Distillery in Reno, NV! Join us every 2nd Thursday of the month for The Bad Advice Comedy Show, brought to you by Daddy and the Dad Productions.
💃 Ladies get in FREE!
👨 Gentlemen, it’s just $8.
Here’s how it goes:
• Write down your burning questions before the show.
• Our comedians deliver gut-busting stand-up.
• Then, they answer your questions with the worst advice you’ll ever hear! 😜
Grab your friends, bring your questions, and prepare to laugh your socks off! See you at Ladies Night!"

-Description from Instagram

Clubbing @ El Jefe's Cantina, Circus Circus

500 N Sierra St, Reno, NV 89503

Fridays & Saturdays

8:30pm-3am

My REEL of this club.

No Cover

(Most Weekends)

My friend DJ Franco spins at this club often.  He's such a rad guy.  He's also available for parties & events.

Improv Wednesdays

 

*Location:

Brewery Arts Center

449 W King St, Carson City, NV 89703

*Website

*Instagram

That's Magic!  Starring Kaileigh & Chase Hasty 

(shows available daily)

Check out the new Magic show in town at the White Rabbit Theater, GSR.

It's as good as magic gets and I can't recommend it enough.  

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2500 E 2nd St, Reno, NV 89595

My REEL of their grand opening.

PARKING

FREE

Head to the lot closest to the pool.  Theater is right next to Round Table and Yogurt Beach.  Also nearby - Arcade (includes playground, bumper cars, & laser tag), GSR Breakthrough Escape Rooms, Sensology (gather your friends & family and put your senses to the test in this interactive showdown), and The Dart Side

FOOD

Everything at the concessions stand is so good.  Favorites - Charcuterie tray, and bratwurst on a pretzel bun. 

NOTES

*The lounge opens at the same time as the ticketing office.  5 PM the night I visited. Be sure to check the schedule for the free bar magic show and arrive early if you want a front row view.  Space is limited.

*18+ show "Nocturnal" available Fridays & Saturdays

Must be there in person to redeem discount.  First, check availability of seats online.  If there are plenty of seats, plan to arrive at the box office 10 mins. before it opens to snag your tickets.  ID required.

Local Specials, Discounts, & Promos

Categorized under "Guides"--->"Yearly Seasonal Guides"

***Information subject to change.  All opinions are my own.

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