Press play for background Fall vibes.
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.
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.
-Costume & Decor Shopping
-DIY & Craft Activities (Workshops, tutorials, kids’ craft days, fall/Halloween DIY projects)
-Fall Events (Community festivals, markets, concerts, fairs, pumpkin events)
-Haunted Attractions (Haunted houses, ghost walks, paranormal tours)
-Escape Rooms & Themed Indoor Experiences
-Family-Friendly Halloween Movies & Home Activities
-Trick-or-Treating Spots / Neighborhood Guides
-Adult & Nightlife Halloween Events (bar crawls, parties, 21+ events)
-Pet-Friendly Activities
-Nearby / Day Trip Holiday, Fall, Halloween, & Christmas Events (Virginia City, Carson City, Tahoe, Apple Hill, surrounding towns)
-Decorated Homes to Visit
-Ongoing / Recurring Seasonal Events
-Planning & Safety Tips (Weather prep, arrival times, parking tips, ticket expectations)
"Do You Need A Reset? ✨
Enter our giveaway for a chance to win a 55-Minute Contrast Hydrotherapy Session at The Hive: Reno.
We’re giving away 3 drop-in sessions to Wellness Wednesday on December 3. 🎉
On Wellness Wednesday we open our doors to public drop-ins, much like a day spa, and you can win a 55-minute session to enjoy our hot tub, cold plunge, outdoor shower, and other amenities.
3 winners will each receive a complimentary 55-session to join us for Wellness Wednesday on December 3. Sessions available 11:00am-7:00pm.
Reset your nervous system and revive with The Hive!"
-September 26- November 30
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"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."
"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!"
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.
Just down the street from the bridge:
Sierra Arts Foundation
17 S. Virginia Street
Reno, Nevada 89502
Nearby
"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!"
"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."
"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."
"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"
-October 11 | 3-8pm
Sun & Dust Market: The Witching Hour
*Location:
Douglas County Fairgrounds, Gardnerville
920 Dump Rd,
"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."
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!
Friday: 10/17, 10/24, 10/31
5-9 PM
Saturday: 10/18, 10/25
5-9 PM
490 Mill St,
-October 17 | 7-9pm
-October 17 | 6pm
Conquering Arachnophobia
🎁 Pick up a Day at the Museum bingo card at any location, collect stamps as you go, and redeem them for fun prizes!"
"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.
"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."
-October 23 | 4pm
"📍 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."
299 E Plumb Lane Suite #115
"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
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
Additional bonus cash giveaways totaling $1000 will also be awarded throughout the evening for standout costumes"
"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!"
"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."
OAKROON & EL PRINCII PRESENTS:
👻🎃"BELICOWEEN" 🎃👻
$1,000 CASH PRIZES FOR BES COSTUMES.
"ANGEL DIAZ" y su nueva era
"BANDA CCG"
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"
"The best way to buy a gift is to buy it from the person who made it.
Find the perfect gifts for you and your loved ones at the Generator Holiday Art Markets! On December 12 from 5-9 PM, join the Reno Generator in celebrating our community by choosing to shop from local artists and makers this holiday season. We’re excited to be welcoming over 75 vendors into the space for this event in order to ensure that there is a wide variety of creations to peruse. We will also be joined by Silver State Pie CO and Main Vein Coffee Co making your night warm and tasty. You’ll also be able to catch the December gallery exhibition!
Think globally, shop locally at the Reno Generator"
"This outdoor holiday market-style event will be held in the parking lot of the Lake Tahoe Historical Museum at 3058 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.
Attendees can look forward to a full array of free holiday festivities including Borges Winter Carriage Rides, kid’s activities with the Tahoe Art League, photos next to the Christmas Fire Engine, take a tour of the decorated 1930s cabin, Trail of Lights, and visits to Santa’s House. There will also be plenty of entertainment.
Need to start your holiday shopping? Support our local vendors and pick up some unique and creative gifts for friends and family. While you shop you can also enjoy hot beverages or a bite to eat from the various food vendors. In the spirit of holiday giving, please consider bringing an unwrapped toy to support Toys for Tots.
Parking is available at the City’s Recreation Complex or the Boys and Girls Club. Due to limited parking, please carpool, or take public transportation to and from the event. Lake Link will also be providing free rides during the event. To book a ride with Lake Link, visit their website: https://ss-tma.org/lake-link/ and download the app on your smartphone.
Gingerbread House Village
Guests are invited to explore the Gingerbread House Village, showcasing stunning creations as part of the Lake Tahoe Gingerbread Competition, sponsored by Visit Lake Tahoe. From cozy cottages to whimsical masterpieces, each gingerbread house is a true work of art. Attendees can cast their vote for the People’s Choice Award and help celebrate the creativity of local creators.
To enter the competition, register on CivicRec beginning October 1.
Holidays in History
For over 20 years the Lake Tahoe Historical Society has held “Holidays in History” at the museum complex, and that tradition continues again this year. Tour the 1930’s decorated cabin, step into the museum, also with its decorations, and enjoy free tours. The bookstore will be open during the event, a perfect place for local holiday treats! Santa will be sitting at the 1860 Toll House – what a great photo opp! Museum hours during Holidays in History will be the same as the festival, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m."
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.
"SCHEDULE
"Did you know that paper is the 3rd most thrown-away thing in Washoe County? KTMB is teaming up with the Holland Project to bring you the hands-on Purpose and Paper: A Sustainable Holiday Workshop on Saturday, December 13th, from 10 AM - 12 PM.
Participants will learn the art of handmade papermaking using recycled materials while exploring waste-reduction strategies this holiday season. Whether you're an artist, an environmental advocate, or just curious about sustainable crafts, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to learn, create, and contribute to a greener planet – one sheet of paper at a time.
What to Expect:
Guided instruction on making beautiful, handmade paper from recycled scraps
Insight into paper waste reduction and sustainable material choices
Creative ideas for transforming your handmade paper into holiday ornaments, greeting cards, and gifts
More Holiday Zero Waste tips!
Space is limited. Please RSVP using the form below. We will have a waitlist & notify waitlisted folks of openings in registration order."
Some Activities on the Farm:
Corn Maze + Hayride
OR Corn Walk + Hayride
📞 Call for pricing and reservations
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
Notes
1401 S Virginia St #250, Reno, NV 89502
Regular Price for Season Passes - $175
Prices will go up after they sell a certain amount of discounted passes. Note: Season passes always sell out before the start of the season.
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.
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 you to make fond memories of your own this fall.
***This Post is Not Sponsored***
Sip of Saigon never misses with their drinks, desserts, and Vietnamese food. The owner here is honestly the best.
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| 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
-Scenic & Photo Spots / Where to See Fall Foliage
-Farms, Pumpkin Patches & Corn Mazes
-Seasonal Eats, Drinks, & Treats-Scenic & Photo Spots / Where to See Fall Foliage
-Farms, Pumpkin Patches & Corn Mazes
-Costume & Decor Shopping
-DIY & Craft Activities (Workshops, tutorials, kids’ craft days, fall/Halloween DIY projects)
-Fall Events (Community festivals, markets, concerts, fairs, pumpkin events)
-Haunted Attractions (Haunted houses, ghost walks, paranormal tours)
-Escape Rooms & Themed Indoor Experiences
-Family-Friendly Halloween Movies & Home Activities
-Trick-or-Treating Spots / Neighborhood Guides
-Adult & Nightlife Halloween Events (bar crawls, parties, 21+ events)
-Pet-Friendly Activities
-Nearby / Day Trip Holiday, Fall, Halloween, & Christmas Events (Virginia City, Carson City, Tahoe, Apple Hill, surrounding towns)
-Decorated Homes to Visit
-Ongoing / Recurring Seasonal Events
-Planning & Safety Tips (Weather prep, arrival times, parking tips, ticket expectations)
Notes
Guide Updates: I will continue updating this guide throughout the season as new events & information pop up.
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
Special Announcements
Enter our giveaway for a chance to win a 55-Minute Contrast Hydrotherapy Session at The Hive: Reno.
We’re giving away 3 drop-in sessions to Wellness Wednesday on December 3. 🎉
On Wellness Wednesday we open our doors to public drop-ins, much like a day spa, and you can win a 55-minute session to enjoy our hot tub, cold plunge, outdoor shower, and other amenities.
3 winners will each receive a complimentary 55-session to join us for Wellness Wednesday on December 3. Sessions available 11:00am-7:00pm.
Reset your nervous system and revive with The Hive!"
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Grab a delicious $10 pie at the @peppermillreno Pie It Forward bake sale and check one thing off your Thanksgiving to-do list while helping support local families! 🥧
📅 Sunday, November 23
⏰ 10 am to 6 pm (or while supplies last)
📍 Peppermill Reno Hotel Lobby
All proceeds benefit the Food Bank of Northern Nevada. Cash only. Come treat yourself and make a difference for neighbors facing hunger!
📅 Sunday, November 23
⏰ 10 am to 6 pm (or while supplies last)
📍 Peppermill Reno Hotel Lobby
All proceeds benefit the Food Bank of Northern Nevada. Cash only. Come treat yourself and make a difference for neighbors facing hunger!
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.
***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.
Instagram | Yelp Reno | Food Bank of Northern Nevada | Indian Association of NV
***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?!
Renoites is a locally focused podcast hosted by Conor McQuivey, where he interviews community leaders, artists, entrepreneurs, and changemakers shaping life in Reno. Through these conversations, he highlights the city’s culture, challenges, and opportunities, giving listeners a deeper connection to the people and stories behind Reno.
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:
*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
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| 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 Check out all of the gingerbread houses & vote for your favorite at the Festival of Winter Lights in the parking lot of the Lake Tahoe Historical Museum. |
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
*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.
*Brave a Haunt
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| Dark Corner is Dark Prison this year. They are the largest haunt in the area and always do a horrifically great job. TICKETS 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
Flashback Cinema
September 27-28 & October 1
October 5 & 8
October 12 & 15
October 19 & 22
October 25, 28, & 31
October 18,19, & 22
CINEMARK
*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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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 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
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-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 (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 (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: 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
Silver Saddle Ranch Holiday Wagon Rides
Dec 20-21
Silver Saddle Ranch
-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 16 (11am-3pm): Home For The Holidays Market @ High Rock 5300 Apartments
-November 18 (8pm): The Deslondes @ Virginia Street Brewhouse
-November 18 (11am-7pm): On The Hook Fish & Chips Food Truck Appearance @ Verdi
*November 18 (9am-12pm) & 19 (9am-12pm): Nu Alpha Kappa Frat Inc. Omicron Chapter presents Coco & Conchas @ Outside Joe Crowley Student Union
-November 20: Ice Skating Rink Opens For the Season & Tree Lighting Ceremony @ 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 21 (4-8pm), 22 (10am-5pm), & 23 (10am-4pm): Valhalla Holiday Faire @ Valhalla Tahoe. South Lake Tahoe (1hr 20mins form Reno)
-November 22 (6-9pm): Trees & Lights Soiree @ Champagne & Chocolate
-November 22 (2-4): Trade With Me @ Tooti Frooti
-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 22 (6-11pm): Afrobeats Fusion & Fashion Show @ Reno Public Market
-November 22 (11am-4pm): Lucky Finds Vintage Market & Day Party @ Best Bet Motor Lodge
-November 23 (9am-2pm): Annual Holiday Bazaar | Hosted by Riverside Farmer's Market @ Idlewild Park
-November 23 & 24, December 5 & 6: Sierra Nevada Ballet Presents Peanut Cracker @ Pioneer Center & Carson City Community Center
-November 23 (11am-3pm): One Year Anniversary & Grand Opening of Kilroy Vintage Showroom & Store @ Chrome Coffee Works
-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 26 (7pm): Groove & Gratitude @ EP Listening Lounge
-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 (11am-1:30pm): Gear Hut's Green Friday: Urban Neighborhood Clean Up @ Gear Hut
-November 28 & 29 (4-9pm), December 5 & 6 (4-9pm): Holiday Lights Festival @ Downtown Reno Arch
-November 28-30 | December 6-7, 13-14, 20-21 (11am-5pm): Deck the Halls Seasonal Market @ Reno Public Market
-November 28 & 29 | December 5 & 6 (4-9pm): Holiday Lights Festival @ Believe Plaza
-November 29 ( 11am-6pm): Small Business Saturday @ Midtown Reno
-November 29 (3-10pm): 10 Year Party @ Derby Barber & Supply
-November 29 (11am-7pm): A Christmas Craft @ The Potentialist Workshop
-November 29 & December 6 (9am): Free In-Store Holiday Kids Workshops @ Home Depot
-November 29 (1-6pm): Friends & Fam Fest @ Schussboom
-November 29 (11am-3pm): Small Business Saturday @ Wyld Market
-November 30 (11am-1pm): Handpainted Holiday Cards w/ Mozy Studios @ Wyld Market Collective
-December 1 (6-8pm): Arts & Drafts Paper Garland & Decor Workshop @ Craft Wine & Beer
-December 2-7: Broadway Show - Stereophonic @ Pioneer Center
-December 3 (11am-7pm): Wellness Wednesday Hydrotherapy Open House @ The Hive
-December 4 (10am-3pm): Junior League's 53rd Annual Poinsettia Luncheon @ GSR
-December 4 (5-7pm): 20th Annual Town of Gardnerville Christmas Kickoff @ Heritage Park (55 mins. from Reno)
-December 4, 6, 8, 11, & Jan 8: Holiday/Seasonal Arts & Crafts Classes @ Lake Mansion (Arts for All Nevada)
-December 4 & 5 (4-9pm), 6 (11am-9pm): 39 North Pole Village @ Victorian Square, Sparks
-December 4, 5, & 6: Christmas Hometown Parade & Tree Lighting @ Victorian Square, Sparks
-December 5 (4:30pm): Silver & Snowflake Festival @ Capitol Building Grounds, Carson City
-December 5 (10am-5pm) & 6 (10am-3pm): Christmas Party @ The Vassar House
-December 5 (5-8pm): 2025 Light Up the Night @ Horizon Church
-December 6 (4-7pm): Sips & Spiders @ Craft Wine & Beer
-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 (8pm): How the Grouch Stole Christmas (Souls of Mischief, Living Legends, & The Grouch) ft. Glass Tung @ Cargo Concert Hall
-December 6 (10am-2pm): Santa Paws (free pet photos) @ SCPA Thrift Store
-December 6 (10am): Christmas Wreath Workshop @ The Shops at Hillcrest
-December 6 (7pm): A Merry Grinchmas Paint & Sip @ La Gente Chicano Wear
-December 6 (3-5pm): Tuba Christmas (free concert & art show) @ Wilbur D May Museum
-December 6 (5pm): Christmas Santa's Village Celebration @ Anneke Shat's Coffee & Pastry
-December 6 (12-2pm): Sweater & Shoe Swap @ The Waste Less Shop
-December 6 & 7 (10am-3pm): Hi-Dez Holiday Market @ 299 E. Plumb Lane Suite 115
-December 6 (9am-5pm) & 7 (10am-3pm): Magic of Santa Arts & Crafts Faire @ Reno-Sparks Convention Center
-December 6 (10am-7pm) & 7 (10am-4pm): Holiday Kick-Off Pop-Up Shop @ Eddy Street Vintage, Gardnerville (5o mins from Reno)
-December 6-21: Christmas at the Post Office @ The Basement
-December 7 (11am-2pm): Handmade Holiday Faire @ Urban Roots
-December 7 (1-4pm): Cantaritos and Conchitas: A Cozy Senora Sunday @ Vevis Venue
-December 10 (6-8pm): Gingerbread House Decorating Class @ Batch Cupcakery
-December 10 (7pm): Nitro Circus: "Off the Rails" @ Reno Events Center
-December 11 (6-9pm): Mix Mingle & Jingle Party @ Wild River Grille
-December 11 (7pm): Nutcracker Paint Night @ Senor Tequilas
-December 12 (5-9pm): Generator Holiday Market @ The Generator, Sparks
-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 (4-8pm): Festival of Winter Lights @ Parking lot of the Lake Tahoe Historical Museum
-December 12 (4pm) & 13 (3pm): Sugar Plum Tea Party & Home Tour @ Sierra Nevada Ballet
-December 12, 13, & 14: Tahoe Live Festival (GSR shuttle available) @ Palisades Tahoe
-December 12-31 (3-9pm): Santa Street Christmas Street Festival @ 1201 Stardust Street, Suite 100, Reno, NV 89503
-December 13 (10am-6pm): Hands On! Second Saturday - Winter Wonderland (FREE) @ Nevada Museum of Art
-December 13 (8pm-2am): Reno Santa Crawl @ Downtown Reno
-December 13 (4-10pm): Krampus & Cocktails (21+) @ Underworld Distillery
-December 13 (6pm): Christmas Party @ Ethaerial Studio
-December 13 (10am-12pm): Purpose & Paper: A Sustainable Holiday Workshop @ The Holland Project
-December 13 (11am-5pm): Sierra Arts Holiday Market @ Dickerson Studios
-December 13 & 14 (10am-5pm): Chili Cash & Carry @ The Wedge Ceramics Studio
-December 13, 14, 19, 20, & 21: Miracle on C Street @ Piper's Opera House, Virginia City
-December 14 (12pm): Craft Night Vintage Santa Wooden Sign led by Heart & Soul @ Final Draught
-December 14 (12-4pm): 2nd Annual Tamale Festival @ Brewery Arts Center, Carson City
-December 14 (11am-4pm): Reno Record Fair Part II @ The Ep Listening Lounge
-December 18 (6-8pm): Christmas Cookie Decorating Class @ The Lodge Bar & Patio
-December 19 (5-9pm): La Posada: A Holiday Celebration @ Mari Chuy's Midtown Location
-December 20 (4-8pm): Cocoa & Crafts @ The Hot Spot @ The Outlets at Legends, Sparks
-December 20 (11am-3pm): Sun & Dust Market Home For the Holidays @ Carson City Community Center
-December 20 (10:30am-12pm, 12:30-2pm): Santa's Pizza Workshop @ Nobel Pie Parlor, Midtown
-December 20 (7pm): Santa's Holiday Magic Event @ Tacos Tijuana Cantina
-December 21 (2-7pm): Reno Antique Faire Holiday Market @ National Bowling Stadium
-December 22 (9:30-11:30am): Kid's Yoga Class (5-12 yrs) @ Sweet Apple Yoga
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| Washoe County Holiday Library Events |
Nearby Fun
Carson Valley Holiday Events
Located just 45 minutes south of Reno, Carson Valley offers visitors a charming small town holiday experience. The communities of Gardnerville, Minden, and Genoa host a variety of seasonal events, including tree lightings, festive markets, parades, and family friendly activities. With scenic mountain views, historic downtowns, and a welcoming atmosphere, Carson Valley is a memorable destination to celebrate the holidays and enjoy the spirit of the season. I’ve been to all three towns countless times and still can’t get enough. Having so many incredible day trips nearby is one of Reno’s best perks.
NOVEMBER
Harvest Blessings & Christmas Preview Pop Up
Nov 21-23
Eddy Street Vintage Market
Vintage holiday décor, entertaining pieces, and festive preview items.
Country Christmas Market
Nov 29-30
Douglas County Fairgrounds
Western themed holiday shopping, handmade gifts, kids’ activities, photos with Santa.
DECEMBER
Gardnerville Christmas Kickoff
Dec 4
Heritage Park
Carriage rides, caroling, dancers, fireworks, and Santa.
Genoa Christmas Tree Lighting
Dec 5
Genoa Town Church → Tree at Main St.
Short caroling service followed by the town tree lighting and refreshments.
Minden Gazebo Lighting Countdown
Dec 5
Minden Park
Annual tradition with the gazebo lighting at 6 p.m.
Holiday Gala at the Museum
Dec 6
Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center
Family activities, gingerbread contest, Gallery of Trees, Santa’s Cookie Shop.
Candy Cane Main St. & Parade of Lights
Dec 6
Downtown Gardnerville
Holiday shopping, sweater stroll, treats, and the annual Parade of Lights at 5 p.m.
Holiday Kick-Off Pop-Up Shop
Dec 6-7
Eddy Street Vintage, Gardnerville
Holiday pop-up market, festive shopping, and extended hours during the Parade of Lights weekend.
Dec 6-7
Eddy Street Vintage, Gardnerville
Holiday pop-up market, festive shopping, and extended hours during the Parade of Lights weekend.
Home Ranch for the Holidays
Dec 6-7 & 13-14
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
Vintage holiday displays, antique toys, live music, refreshments, and house lighting.
Last Minute Maker’s Market
Dec 13
Minden Mercantile Company
Craft vendors, holiday drinks, food trucks. Ideal for last minute gifts.
Underwater Photos with Santa
Dec 13
Carson Valley Swim Center
Unique holiday photos with Santa taken underwater. Fun for families.
Virginia City
If you've been following me for any amount of time, you'll know how much I LOVE Virginia City. Located just 30 minutes northeast of Reno, this small historic mining town that truly comes alive during the holidays. As you walk down the decorated main street, you just can't help but feel the magic of the season. VC even has a shop called Forever Christmas. If that doesn't say something about its festive nature, I don't know what will. Tree lightings, festive parades, holiday markets, and unique events like the V&T Candy Cane Express and the Parade of Lights set against a 19th century streets, Victorian architecture, and lively, welcoming atmosphere, make Virginia City a truly unique place to celebrate the holidays. Be sure to take advantage of VC's small town charm because you won’t find it anywhere else.
V&T Candy Cane Express & Electric Holiday Train O’ Lights
Nov 28-Dec 21 (select dates)
Virginia City Rail Yard
Holiday train rides with festive lights and decorations. Fun for all ages.
Holiday Town‑Wide Decorations
December
Virginia City Downtown
Streets and storefronts decked out in holiday lights and seasonal displays.
Official Christmas Tree Lighting
Dec 5
Bucket of Blood Parking Lot
Annual tree lighting ceremony to kick off the holiday season.
St. Mary’s Art Center Holiday Faire
Dec 6-7
St. Mary’s Art Center
Local artisans, crafts, and holiday gifts in a festive indoor setting.
The Grinch Made Me Do It Saloon Crawl
Dec 6
Various Salons, Virginia City
Festive holiday bar crawl with themed drinks and live entertainment.
Parade of Lights
Dec 6 & Dec 14
Virginia City Main Street
Traditional evening parade featuring floats, lights, and community groups.
Magical Christmas Fireworks Show
Dec 6
Virginia City Downtown
Fireworks display following the Parade of Lights, celebrating the holidays.
Christmas Drone Show
Dec 13
Virginia City Downtown
A high-tech holiday light show in the sky featuring drones.
Christmas Candlelight Tours at Mackay Mansion
December December 12 & 13, 19 & 20
Mackay Mansion
Guided tours of the historic mansion decorated for the holidays.
December 19 | 6-9pm
Bucket of Blood Saloon
Carson City
Carson City has so much going for itself. First of all, it’s Nevada’s capital, our state government was born and still operates here, which means it’s packed with history, character, and culture. The city is full of beautiful structures in a variety of styles: Victorian, Neoclassical, Colonial Revival, and more. There are so many fun traditions (a few of which I’ll list below), and perhaps my favorite part of all, pure Nevada pride.
On top of that, Carson City has breathtaking mountain and alpine views and sits conveniently between Reno and South Lake Tahoe. You’ll find some of the cheapest gas around, hot springs, awesome museums, some of the nicest locals, and so much more.
I’ll never forget taking my friends from out of town to the Silver and Snowflakes tree lighting at the Capitol Building one year. I distinctly remember them shouting, “Now this is Christmas!” as they hopped on a free sleigh ride, snowflakes falling on their heads, with local school choirs singing carols and lighting up the entire scene with holiday cheer.
I LOVE Carson City, and I know you will too.
Carson Christmas Craft Fair
Nov 15, Dec 6, Dec 13
Carson City Community Center
Local craft vendors, holiday decor, baked goods, and more for festive shopping.
3rd Annual Holiday Bazaar & Market
Nov 9
Brewery Arts Center
Art, food, drinks, and local handmade gifts. Perfect for holiday shopping.
Polar Express Evening Train Ride
Nov 14-Dec 23
V&T Railway Eastgate Depot
Magical train ride with hot chocolate, cookies, and a visit from Santa.
Silver & Snowflake Festival of Lights/Capitol Tree Lighting
Dec 5
Nevada State Capitol
Tree lighting, caroling, sleigh rides, hot chocolate, and festive entertainment.
Hidden Treasures Holiday Craft Sale
Dec 5-6
Carson City Senior Center
Festive artisan and craft sale supporting local community programs.
Dec 12-14
Nevada State Museum
Silver Saddle Ranch Holiday Wagon Rides
Dec 20-21
Silver Saddle Ranch
Mule drawn wagon rides through decorated ranch lands for a holiday adventure.
Truckee
O Truckee… this little town sits snuggly alongside Highway 80, only 40 minutes from Reno, and it features off the charts views and vibes that always put a huge goofy smile on my face. You know that feeling when you're standing in front of a waterfall, instantly happier for no logical reason whatsoever? That is exactly how I feel about Truckee.
Even though it is practically a tourist attraction with boutique shops and pricier than average dining, I will always make the trip just to be surrounded by the views, the vibes, and the history of the place. The main strip is adorbs, the events are genuinely epic, the building are straight out of a storybook. Plus, a train and river that run through town, creating an aesthetic that really feels like it's out of a dream. And the ski resorts... 7 within 7-13 miles to be exact, and Donner Lake, which is a whole adventure of its own. It's almost rude how perfect this place is.
Old Lumberyard Holiday Tree Lighting
Dec 1
The Old Lumberyard (Church St.)
Ribbon cutting, tree lighting, live music, food, and beer.
Truckee Art Walk
Dec 6
Downtown Truckee
Stroll downtown, browse local art, meet artists, and shop small businesses.
Festive Fridays in Downtown Truckee
Dec 5, 12, 19
Downtown Truckee
Sip-and-shop night with a snowflake scavenger hunt, carolers, Santa visits, and a holiday selfie station.
Holiday Block Party
Dec 11
Truckee Roundhouse & Tahoe Food Hub
Community block party featuring local makers, food, drinks, live music, and hands on activities.
Tahoe Live Music Festival
Dec 12-14
Palisades Tahoe
Three day winter music festival with electronic artists and mountain vibes.
KT Bass Bar Music Series
Dec 12-14 & Dec 26-30
Palisades Tahoe
Free afternoon live-music series. Perfect for apres ski.
’Twas the Week After Christmas
Nov 21 at 7:00 pm & Nov 22 at 1:00 pm
Truckee Community Theater
A children’s holiday musical filled with festive humor, lively characters, and family-friendly fun.
A Winter Wish – Holiday Concert
Dec 13 at 7:00 pm & Dec 14 at 3:00 pm
Truckee Tahoe Community Chorus
A seasonal choral performance featuring classic carols, winter songs, and holiday-themed music.
Avalanche Education Series: The Rescue
Dec 17
Alibi Ale Works, Downtown Truckee
Free avalanche safety class covering rescue skills and backcountry preparedness.
Chalet Dinner + Snowshoe Tour at Alpine
Dec 20, 26, 27, Jan 23 & 24, Feb 13, 14, & 27
Palisades Tahoe
Guided snowshoe walk (or easy boot walk) to The Chalet for mulled wine and a cozy alpine dinner.
Sierra Speaker Series
Dec 20
Donner Memorial State Park
Monthly speaker event exploring Sierra history, culture, and nature.
New Year’s Eve Light Parade & Fireworks Show
Dec 31
Tahoe Donner
Torchlit ski parade down the slopes followed by a fireworks show.
New Year’s Eve Guided Snowshoe Tour
Dec 31
Tahoe Donner
Moonlit snowshoe adventure through winter trails, ending with a fireworks viewing.
Incline Village
I cannot even count how many times I have driven up to Incline Village, sometimes on autopilot, almost like something is calling me back for adventure and fresh air. One of the best parts about living in Reno is how close we are to towns with their own scenery and magic, and Incline Village is one that always feels special the moment you arrive. Towering pine trees, the deep blue shimmer of Lake Tahoe, peaceful small town charm, local cafes, lakefront paths, hidden beaches, snow covered trails, and community events all make this area feel warm, welcoming, and naturally beautiful. It's much calmer than South Lake and offers a strong community, a touch of prestige, and endless things to do from Sand Harbor to Lakeshore Drive. No matter how many times I visit, Incline Village always takes my breath away and remains one of the most treasured places near Reno.
North Tahoe Community Choir Holiday Concert
Dec 5 & Dec 7, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church
Seasonal choir concert to kick off the holiday season.
Diamond Peak Season Kickoff Party
Dec 5
Alibi Ale Works, Incline Village
Celebrate the start of ski season with drinks, music, and community fun.
Lake Tahoe School Winter Market
Dec 6, 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Lake Tahoe School, Incline Village
Pop up holiday market with local artisans, food trucks, drinks, and a Giving Tree.
Northern Lights Community Celebration
Dec 6, 2:00 - 5:15 PM
UNR Lake Tahoe, Prim Library
Giving Tree Forest, Santa arrival, crafts, photo ops, and a tree lighting ceremony.
Jennifer Street Parade of Lights Christmas Show
Dec 6-19
972 Jennifer Street, Incline Village
Nightly residential Christmas light show featuring festive displays, music, and holiday cheer.
Tahoe Film Fest - Northern Lights Opening Weekend
Dec 4-7
Various Locations, Incline Village
Special holiday-themed film screenings as part of the Northern Lights Festival kickoff.
Christmas Concert Fundraiser
Dec 8
Village Christian Preschool & Academy
Holiday-themed concert supporting local school programs, with seasonal music and refreshments.
A Night in Bethlehem
Dec 13, 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Cornerstone Community Church, Incline Village
Interactive, family-friendly Christmas event with live nativity-style scenes, crafts, food, and storytime.
Jingle & Mingle Holiday Shopping
Dec 13, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Downtown Incline Village
Holiday shopping event with local vendors, warm drinks, treats, and festive decor.
A Winter Wish - Holiday Concert
Dec 13, 7:00 PM & Dec 14, 3:00 PM
Truckee Tahoe Community Chorus
A seasonal choral performance featuring classic carols, winter songs, and holiday-themed music.
TFS Brunch with Santa
Dec 14, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
The Chateau, Incline Village
Festive brunch with Santa, photo opportunities, magic show, and a toy drawing.
Tahoe Philharmonic Messiah
Dec 7, 19 & 21
Various Locations, Incline Village
Handel’s Messiah performed with orchestra and chorus, featuring holiday carols and seasonal music.
Incline Village Library - SaturYay! Holiday Ornaments
Dec 21, 1:00 - 2:00 PM
Incline Village Library
Craft time for families. Make your own holiday ornaments and enjoy a cozy, creative afternoon.
A Very Cornerstone Christmas
Dec 21, 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Cornerstone Community Church, Incline Village
Family event with an ugly sweater contest, chili dinner, hot cocoa, cookies, and a Christmas concert.
Cornerstone Christmas Eve Service
Dec 24
Cornerstone Community Church, Incline Village
Family-friendly Christmas Eve service with carols, story, and festive celebration.
St. Francis & Village Church Christmas Eve & Day Services
Dec 24& 25
St. Francis Catholic Church & Village Church
Traditional Christmas services including candlelight, carols, and family participation.
Santa & Penguin Pete Visit
Dec 24 & Dec 25, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Diamond Peak Ski Resort, Incline Village
Santa and Penguin Pete will be out on the slopes for photos, treats, and holiday fun.
New Year’s Eve Celebration
Dec 31
Mt. Rose / Bowl Incline / Crystal Bay Casino / Hyatt Tahoe
Festive New Year’s Eve events with fireworks, music, dining, and community celebration
Catch our cute local Nook & Cranny Book Wagon weekly at year-round Riverside Farmer's Market & all around town.
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:
*Location:
Picasso & Wine
148 Vassar St, Reno, NV 89502
Dragon Lights
*Location:
Wilbur D. May Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
*Location:
1595 N Sierra St.
Reno, NV 89503
*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.
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-September 26 | 10am-3pm
*Location:
Nevada Museum of Art
160 W Liberty St, Reno, NV 89501
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
*Location:
Reno City Plaza
30 N Virginia St.
Reno NV 89501
"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
*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! 🧚♀️"
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
*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
Costumed Karaoke Contest & Unstoppable Beats, & Live Art & Performances.
-September 27 | 8pm
*Location:
Pioneer Center
100 S Virginia St,
Reno, NV 89501
-September 27 | 12-8pm
*Location:
Pigeon Head Brewery & Slieve Brewing Co.
840 E 5h St.
Reno NV 89512
*Website | Pigeon Head | Slieve
-September 27 |11am-Sold Out
*Location
1923 Prater Way, Sparks NV 89431
-September 27 & 28 | 12-6pm
*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! 🍻"
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
Genoa, NV 89411
*My Candy Dance Blog Post
-September 27 & 28 | 11am-2pm
*Location:
Rail City Garden Center
1720 Brierley Way, Sparks, NV 89434
*$20/scarecrow. Supplies included.
-September 27 & 28
*Location:
Lake Tahoe Amphitheater
Highway, 50 Stateline Ave, Stateline, NV 89449
-Description from website
-September 28 10am-12pm
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
*Location:
Kid Zone Museum
11711 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee, CA 96161
"🐴 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!"
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
*Location:
Bertha Mirandas
336 Mill St, Reno, NV 89501
"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!"
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
*Location:
Sparks Library
1125 12th St,
Sparks, NV 89431
*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):
*Location:
875 Deming Way,
Sparks NV 89431
*My REEL of this haunt.
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 helping post about Kyle's haunt on my fall guide for the past 3 years, and I've totally been sleeping on this gem. It was finally nice to have made it out. Thanks so much, Kyle, for horrifyingly great time. 🖤🔪
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 helping post about Kyle's haunt on my fall guide for the past 3 years, and I've totally been sleeping on this gem. It was finally nice to have made it out. Thanks so much, Kyle, for horrifyingly great time. 🖤🔪
-October 3 | 7-10pm
*Location
Ferrari Farms
4701 Mill St,
Reno, NV 89502
*Movies show every Friday night throughout October.
-October 10: Nightmare Before Christmas
-October 17: Hocus Pocus
-October 24: Edward Scissorhands
-October 3 | 8-10pm
*Location:
West St. Plaza
First and Arlington (or google directions for Sierra Tap House)
Reno, 89501
Reno, 89501
"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!"
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
*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!"
🎥🎬 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
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| Try these magical wings on at the event. |
-October 4 | 10am-4pm
*Location:
Nevada Fine Arts
1301 S Virginia St.
Reno, NV 89502
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
*Location:
Sierra Water Gardens
2055 Dickerson Rd, Reno, NV 89503
*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)
-October 4 | 5-9pm
*Location:
Virginia St. Bridge
Downtown Reno
*Instagram | Sierra Arts Foundation
Sierra Arts Foundation
17 S. Virginia Street
Reno, Nevada 89502
-October 4 | 7-9pm
*Location:
The Ballroom of Reno
2540 Sutro St. #4, Reno, NV 89512
-October 4 | 9am-3pm
*Location:
Heritage Park (55 mins. from Reno)
1447 Courthouse Alley, Gardnerville, NV 89410
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.
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)
*Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center
*J.T. Basque Bar & Dining Room
*Lampe Park
*Downtown Minden & Gardnerville Shops
*Genoa (10 minutes away)
-October 4 | 11am-2pm
*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."
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.
-October 4 & 5 | 12-4pm
*Location:
Virginia City
86 S C St,
Virginia City, NV 89440
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
*Location:
Idlewild Park
2055 Idlewild Dr, Reno, NV 89509
-October 5 | 12-2pm
*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 delicious & practically guilt free 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
*Location:
DST Coffee, Gardnerville
1411 Main St #5212,
Gardnerville, NV 89410
-October 5 & 24 | 11am-1pm
*Location:
The Stylish Scribe
245 Vine St suite a, Reno, NV 89503
"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
-October 8 | 7pm
*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. 🧡🎃"
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
*Location:
National Automobile Museum
1 Museum Dr, Reno, NV 89501
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
-October 9 | 7-10pm
*Location:
1300 S Wells Ave.
Reno, NV 89502
-October 10 | 6:30pm
*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
-October 10 & 18 | 6:30-7:30pm
Spooky Candlelight Tour
*Location:
Mackay Mansion
291 S D St.
Virginia City, NV 89440
*RSVP
"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:
*Location:
147 E Pueblo St, Reno, NV 89502
"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
"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
*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!"
📚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
*Location:
Urban Roots Farm
1700 E 2nd St, Reno, NV 89502
*Instagram | Urban Roots | Liberty Exchange | El Sativo Tequila
-October 11
*Location:
Virginia City
Visitor's Center Address
86 S C St, Virginia City, NV 89440
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
*Location:
The Lake Mansion
250 Court St,
Reno, NV 89501
"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."
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
*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
Sun & Dust Market: The Witching Hour
*Location:
Douglas County Fairgrounds, Gardnerville
920 Dump Rd,
Gardnerville, NV 89410
"✨ 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!"
"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!"
"✨🌙 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"
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)
The ROW
500 N Sierra St, Reno, NV 89503
*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
-October 12 | 7-9pm
Scheel's Ladies Night
*Location:
Scheel's @ The Outlets at Legends
1200 Scheels Drive
Sparks, NV 89434
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
-October 12 | 11am-Sold Out
*Location:
Pangolin Cafe
955 S Virginia St STE 110
Reno, NV 89502
*Instagram | Pangolin Cafe
-November 12 | 6pm
*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"
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
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
*Location:
Celler 8 Wine Bar
408 N Carson St, Carson City, NV 89701
"🧛♀️ 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. 🎃🍷"
📅 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
Stone Creek Lodge
95 Foothill Rd, Reno, NV 89511
"🔮✨ 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:"
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
*Location:
Final Draught
5318 Sparks Blvd Ste. 104, Sparks, NV 89436
*TICKETS ($48)
-October 16 | 7pm
*Location:
Theater Works
315 Spokane St.
Reno, NV 89512
-Description from Instagram
"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!
-October 16-31
*Location:
The Generator
2450 Oddie Blvd Suite 110,
Sparks, NV 89431
*My REEL of last year's 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
Adults: $15
Kids and Members: $10
Family: $40
Dates
Thursday: 10/16, 10/23, 10/30
4-8 PM
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
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
"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!"
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 Torr490 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
Mark Twain Days Twain Train
*Departs: Eastgate Depot
Eastgate Siding Rd, Carson City, NV 89701
-October 17 | 8pm
Sinister Cabaret
*Location:
Black Rabbit Mead Company
401 E 4th St.
Reno, NV 89512
*Instagram | Metalesque | Black Rabbit Mead Co.
*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
Conquering Arachnophobia
*Location:
Our Center
1745 S Wells Ave
Reno, NV 89502
*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
 |
| 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
"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
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
*Location:
Ferrari Farms
4701 Mill St.
Reno, NV 89502
*TICKETS ($35/adult, $22/kid)
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"
-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
*Location:
Coffee N' Comics
940 W Moana Ln.
Reno, NV 89509
-October 18
The Funktion Chicano Market
*Location:
El Rancho Drive-In Movie Theater
555 El Rancho Dr, Sparks, NV 89431
-October 18 | 1-6pm
*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
"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
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
-October 18 | 3-8pm
*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
-October 18 & 19 | 9am-4:30pm
Harvest Train (Carson City)
Nevada State Railroad Museum
2180 S Carson St.
Carson City, NV 89701
-October 19 | 10am-4pm
*Location
Reno Arch
301 N Virginia St.
Reno NV 89501
-October 19 | 10am-4pm
*Location:
Verdi Elementary School
250 Bridge St, Verdi, NV 89439
-October 21-26:
*Location:
Pioneer Center
100 S Virginia St,
Reno, NV 89501
"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."
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
*Location:
Roller Skate Kingdom
515 E 7th St, Reno, NV 89512
*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)"
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:
305 N Carson St #202,
Carson City, NV 89701
"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! 🧙♀️🕸️"
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
Halloween Trunk or Treat
*Location:
South 40
1445 S Meadows Pkwy, Reno, NV 89521
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
-October 24 | 7pm
Dead Reno Haunted House
*Location
Wild Flower on 7th
1273 W 7th St, Reno, NV 89503
*TICKETS ($15)
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)
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
*Location:
50 N Sierra St # 106,
Reno, NV 89501
-October 24, 25 & 31
Haunted House: Victorian Nightmare
*Location:
Mackay Mansion
291 S D St, Virginia City, NV 89440
*RSVP
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
Reno NV 89502
-October 25 | 12-5pm
"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"
This year's flyer by Olivia Rogers 🕸 @livazard"
-Description from Instagram
14th Annual Halloween Trick or Treat
*Location
The Discovery
"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
Halloween Short Film Competition Screenings
*Location:
Brewery Arts Center
449 W King St.
Carson City, NV 89703
-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
"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 👩🎤"
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
"🎟 $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."
✨ 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
-October 25 | 10am-2pm
*Location:
Wonder & Unwind
890 E Patriot Blvd STE A.
Reno, NV 89511
-October 25 | 10am - 7pm
*Location:
Outlets at Legends
Near Burlington
1425 George Ferris Drive
Sparks, NV 89434
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
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
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
"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!"
"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! 🚗✨"
"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."
-October 26 | 4-7pm
-October 25 & 26 | 10am-3pm
Harvest Festival
Animal Ark
1265 Deerlodge Rd.
Reno, NV 89508
"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
*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
*Location:
Mini of Reno
11505 S Virginia St C
Reno, NV 89511
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
*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"
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
*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
 |
| 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.
*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."
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
*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
"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
*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
*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! 😊"
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
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 | 7-9pm
Disco is Undead - Disco Themed Craft, Costumes, Treats, & More
*Location:
2135 Dickerson Rd, Reno, NV 89503
*Instagram | Arts & Drafts | Atelier
-October 29 | 4-6pm
*Location:
Sparks Library
1125 12th St, Sparks, NV 89431
"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
*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! 👻"
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
*Location:
The Children's Cabinet Wilbur D. May Youth Center
777 Sinclair St, Reno, NV 89501
"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
"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
👻🎃"BELICOWEEN" 🎃👻
$1,000 CASH PRIZES FOR BES COSTUMES.
"ANGEL DIAZ" y su nueva era
"BANDA CCG"
HALLOWEEN PARTY WITH LIVE MEXICAN BANDS.
NOCHE 100% REGIONAL MEXICANA
WITH A TROPICAL TWIST BY DJ RAFA .
"About the Event
Join us for our 4th Annual Watson Cabin Haunted House on Halloween from 4-6 pm, during the Tahoe City Trick or Treat event (Heritage Plaza, right next to cabin). This year’s house is going to be Spooktacular!!"
"Join us for the Magic Monster Market, featuring over 30 local vendors, Trick or Treating, food trucks, live music, tarot, a costume contest, tours of our 20,000 sqft immersive art exhibit and so much more.
This is an all-ages event from 12pm - 8pm on October 31st - Halloween Day! Dress in your Halloween best and get lost in the other worldly land of Under the Mountain.
The safe trick or treat inside our strange art experience will include guaranteed candy for all the kids from noon - 4pm. Music will start at 4 and Our Costume Contest Winners will be chosen at 7pm.
You can win the most terrifying or the most whimsical for cash prizes and year long memberships to Under the Mountain!
Tickets are only 15$ and include a full day of Halloween fun!"
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!
"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.
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
"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💖🐱"
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
*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!"
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
🗺️🎃 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.
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
*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."
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!
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
*Location:
Learning Express Toys & Gifts
South Towne Crossing, 197 Damonte Ranch Pkwy D
Reno, NV 89521
-October 31 | 4-6pm
Watson Cabin Haunted House
*Location:
560 N Lake Blvd,
Tahoe City, CA 96145
*RSVP
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
*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
*Location:
The Shops at Heavenly Village
1001 Heavenly Village Way,
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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
*Location:
The Loft
1001 Heavenly Village Way #50
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
"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! 🎩✨🕸️"
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! 🎩✨🕸️"
-Description from Instagram
-October 31 | 12-8pm
*Location:
The Potentialist Workshop
836 E 2nd St, Reno, NV 89502
*TICKETS ($15)
"Join us for the Magic Monster Market, featuring over 30 local vendors, Trick or Treating, food trucks, live music, tarot, a costume contest, tours of our 20,000 sqft immersive art exhibit and so much more.
This is an all-ages event from 12pm - 8pm on October 31st - Halloween Day! Dress in your Halloween best and get lost in the other worldly land of Under the Mountain.
The safe trick or treat inside our strange art experience will include guaranteed candy for all the kids from noon - 4pm. Music will start at 4 and Our Costume Contest Winners will be chosen at 7pm.
You can win the most terrifying or the most whimsical for cash prizes and year long memberships to Under the Mountain!
Tickets are only 15$ and include a full day of Halloween fun!"
-Description from website
-October 31 | 3-5pm
*Location:
Outlets at Legends
1310 Scheels Drive, Sparks, NV 89434
*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
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
"🍁🍂🎃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!"
"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."
All FREE to the public! 🙌
Sponsored by the City of Reno and Reno Tahoe 🌺
Come celebrate life, culture, and community with us! ❤️✨"
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."
"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."
-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
"♻ 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)"
"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."
"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."
"🚨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
🌮☕️🥩🍚🌭"
"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!"
"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."
"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."
"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."
"Join us to create festive holiday greeting cards using watercolor paint!
Learn simple techniques for painting festive and colorful trees with step-by-step instructions by Jinny Tomozy. Various watercolor techniques will be explored such as wet on wet, blooming, pushing and pulling, and lifting. We will discuss color theory schemes and use those to guide us during color selection and paint mixing.
All materials and tools will be provided such as paper, brushes, palette, paint and water containers. No prior experience is required; just bring your creativity, and get ready to share some handcrafted love with your friends and family this holiday season!
Ages 13+ (Parental supervision required under 18)"
-December 3 | 11am-7pm
Wellness Wednesday Hydrotherapy Open House
*Location:
The Hive
515 Plumas St., Reno, NV 89509
*RESERVE
*Book your stay
*Instagram
-December 4, 6, 8, 11, & Jan 8
Horizon Church is happy to announce our 8th Annual “Light Up the Night” Community Christmas Event!
Light Up The Night is an event open to all families and individuals in Reno-Sparks. The event was created to usher in the Christmas season, and provide a free & fun Christmas event for the Reno Sparks community. Every year we host 3000+ Light Up The Night event guests! This year’s event is set to be bigger and better than ever!
Light Up The Night takes place on Friday, December 5th, 2025, from 5:00—8:00 pm.
This exciting Community Christmas Event features: Free Family Fun
Free Pictures With Santa!
Reno's Favorite Food Trucks
Free Character Greetings With Disney Princesses, Spiderman, The Grinch and more!
Fire Pits & S’Mores
Free Hot Cocoa Bar & Cookies
Christmas Music & Carols
Free Bounce House Obstacle Course
Free Kids Carnival Games
Prizes & More!
🎁 Holiday shopping up to 75% off at our Thrift Store
🍴 Delicious eats from Taster’s Paradise food truck
💌 Letters to Santa crafting for the whole family
💋 Our Kisses in the Jar contest to win a $50 Thrift Store Gift Card
🎄 A holly-jolly BOGO FREE sale on all holiday goodies!
Come for the photos, stay for the fun — and know that every purchase helps homeless pets in our community. 💛
📍 SPCA of Northern Nevada Thrift Store | 75 E. Moana Lane, Reno
🕙 Saturday, Dec. 6 | 10 AM–2 PM"
"Saturday and Sunday Admission, good for both days is:
$5.00 Adults - $4.00 Seniors & Students - Children under 16 Free.
FREE ADMISSION 4pm to 5pm Saturday and 2pm to 3pm Sunday!
Donate a can of Food OR New Socks for charity and get a $1.00 off the admission Price.
We want to thank Renewal By Anderson for sponsoring our Santa this year!
FREE PARKING!
Tell the attendant you are going to Magic of Santa
Our 45th Year! Fine Arts and Crafts from over 100 crafters plus a few Vintage Christmas vendors! Support your local small family owned businesses and find beautiful hand made items from tole painted snowmen and beautiful doll clothes to fine wood work and handcrafts for yourself and the ones you love."
✨ Saturday Special Features: ✨
- @sierraflowerfarm with handcrafted wreaths
- @sweetheartchurroco with fresh warm churros
- @cowgirlupmobilebar with holiday cocktails & mocktails
"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"
"Join Batch Cupcakery as we gear up for the holidays with a festive gingerbread house decorating class! Bring out your inner architect as we construct and design stunning homes made with spicy gingerbread cookies and our classic buttercream frosting. Take home your very own masterpiece to display on the dinner table or snack on during a holiday movie. Drinks and light appetizers are included. All ages are encouraged to participate."
-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
-October 31 (10am-5pm) & November 1 (4-9pm)
*Location:
Galena Creek Visitor Center
18250 Mt Rose Hwy, Reno, NV 89511
Two days of family-friendly fun that is free to attend, featuring crafts, games, food and drinks, and pumpkin carving!"
-Description from Instagram
Event Details
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
*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!"
🧑🧑🧒: 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
*Location
Virginia City (Check-in for costume contest at Virginia City Jerky Co.)
"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
-October 31 - November 2
*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
*Location:
1013 South Carson Street
Carson City, NV 89701
Carson City, NV 89701
-November 1 (6pm) & 2 (5pm)
*Location:
Press Start Bar & Arcade
600 S Center St.
Reno, NV 89501
"🙀 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."
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
w/ Charity Kiss, Lazer Beam, Pussy Velour
*Location:
Lo-Bar Social
445 California Ave.
Reno, NV 89509
-November 1 | 12-7pm
*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
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
*Location:
EP Listening Lounge
1300 S Wells Ave.
Reno, NV 89502
"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 📻"
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!"
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
*Location:
Reno Public Market
299 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89502
"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."
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
*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"
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
13th Annual Giving & Glamping Fundraising Event
*Location:
The Discovery
490 S Center St, Reno, NV 89501
"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!"
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-November 7 | 6-8:30pm
*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."
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
*Location:
Fleischmann Planetarium
1664 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89557
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
"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
-November 7 & 8 | 5-7pm
Dia de Los Muertos Celebration
*Location:
Nevada State Museum
600 N Carson St.
Carson City, NV 89701
"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."
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
"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! 😊"
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
-November 8
Ferris 50 Endurance Run (50 Mile, 50K, 15K)
*Location:
Douglass County Fairgrounds
920 Dump Rd, Gardnerville, NV 89410
-Description from website
-November 8 | 7:30pm
Fantasies in Chocolate (Harry Potter Theme)
GSR Summit Pavilion
2500 E 2nd St, Reno, NV 89595
"✨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."
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."
-Description from Instagram
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
*Location:
V & T Railroad
166 F St, Virginia City, NV 89440
"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"
-Description from website
-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
*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."
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."
-Description from Instagram
-November 12 | 7-9:15pm
Snowboard Bench Night: Design Upcycled Snowboard Furniture
*Location:
Gearhut
318 Broadway Blvd, Reno, NV 89502
*RSVP
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)"
-Description from Instagram
-November 11 | 10am-1pm
*Location
Virginia Street bridge
1 N Virginia St., Reno, NV 89501
"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
*Location:
Visitor Center
86 S C St,
Virginia City, NV 89440
-November 13 | 4-7pm
*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"
✨ 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"
-Description from Instagram
-November 13 | 7pm
Paramore vs Paramore vs Paramore - Benefit Show for Eddy House
*Location:
The Holland Project
140 Vesta St, Reno, NV 89502
"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."
-Description from website
-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"
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
*Location:
2300 Oddie Blvd,
Sparks, NV 89431
*Instagram | The Compound Coffee | Tacos El Gordo | Silver State Hot Dogs | Sons Hibachi
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
🌮☕️🥩🍚🌭"
-Description from Instagram
-November 14 - 16 | Friday 6-10pm | Sa & Su 10am-6pm
Reno Punk Rock Flea Market presents
*Location:
South 40
1445 S Meadows Pkwy,
Reno, NV 89521
*Instagram | Punk Rock Flea Market | South 40
*Website | Punk Rock Flea Market | South 40
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!"
-Description from website
-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
"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
*Website (Online ordering available)
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
"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"
"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!"
"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!"
"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.
"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!
-November 15 | 11am-7pm
Comstock Film Festival
*Location:
Fourth Ward School
537 S C St, Virginia City, NV 89440
*Virginia City Instagram
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"
-Description from website
-November 15 | 3-7pm
Spellbinders (FREE)
*Location:
Pioneer Center
100 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501
-Description from website
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.
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."
-November 15 | 2-5pm
The Riverwalk District's
Tipsy Turkey Wine Walk
*Location:
Downtown Reno
The Spot: Riverwalk Bar and Tavern
Shim’s
Hookâva
Sierra Tap House
Crafted Palette
5 Star Saloon
Ole Bridge Pub
Home Means Nevada Co.
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."
-Description from Instagram
-November 15 | 11am-5pm
*Location:
Alpine Academy
1421 Pullman Dr, Sparks, NV 89434
*Reel
-November 15 | 9pm-1am
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
-Description from Instagram
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
-Description from Instagram
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
-Description from website
-November 15 | 12-3pm
*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!"
-Description from website
-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!"
-Description from website
-November 16 | 2-5pm
Junk Journal Club
*Location:
Tooti Frooti
141 Vesta St,
Reno, NV 89502
*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🌸"
Bring your journal, maybe a friend & all of your creativity!
Optional dress code: tea party inspired dresses/ florals🌸"
-Description from Instagram
-November 16 | 10am-2pm
*Location:
Yoga Six
1610 Robb Dr D1,
Reno, NV 89523
Spots are limited. Book your class ahead of time because these free sessions will fill up fast!"
-Description from Instagram
-November 18 | 8pm
-November 20 | 5pm
Ice Skating Rink Opens For the Season & Tree Lighting Ceremony
*Location:
-November 16 | 1:30-4pm
November Watercolor with Carolyn Runnells
*Location:
Nevada Fine Arts
1301 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502
-November 16 | 11am-3pm
*Location:
High Rock 5300 Apartments
5300 Los Altos Parkway
Sparks NV 89436
The Deslondes
*Location
211 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501
*Instagram | Reno Brewhouse
*TICKETS
“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.”
“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.”
-Description from website
*November 18 (9am-12pm) & 19 (9am-12pm)
Nu Alpha Kappa Frat Inc. Omicron Chapter presents Coco & Conchas
*Location:
Outside Joe Crowley Student Union
1664 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89557
-November 18-22 | 11am-7pm
*Locations:
Verdi, Spanish Springs, Sparks, Fernley, & Elko
Ice Skating Rink Opens For the Season & Tree Lighting Ceremony
*Location:
Grand Sierra Resort
2500 E 2nd St,
Reno, NV 89595
"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.
🎄 Tree Lighting | Nov. 20
⛸️ Ice Rink Opens | Nov. 20
💃 SIAMSA | Dec. 4
🎅🏻 Free Photos with Santa | Dec. 6–7
🩰 The Nutcracker | Dec. 14
🎪 Santa’s Top Talent | Dec. 18–30
🍽️ Festive Dining for Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Years
💆♀️ 25% Off Spa Specials
🌟 Sparkle, skate, sip, and celebrate — the holidays shine brighter at GSR! Comment below for the link or visit: go-grand.com/YHR to learn more."
⛸️ Ice Rink Opens | Nov. 20
💃 SIAMSA | Dec. 4
🎅🏻 Free Photos with Santa | Dec. 6–7
🩰 The Nutcracker | Dec. 14
🎪 Santa’s Top Talent | Dec. 18–30
🍽️ Festive Dining for Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Years
💆♀️ 25% Off Spa Specials
🌟 Sparkle, skate, sip, and celebrate — the holidays shine brighter at GSR! Comment below for the link or visit: go-grand.com/YHR to learn more."
-Description from website
-November 21 (4-8pm), 22 (10am-5pm), & 23 (10am-4pm)
Valhalla Holiday Faire
*Location:
1 Valhalla Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
-November 22 | 6-9pm
Trees & Lights Soiree
*Location:
Champagne & Chocolate
550 W Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89509
-November 21 (5-9pm) | 22 (9am-3pm):
Sky Tavern Ski Swap
*Location:
Sky tavern Ski Recreation Center
21130 Sky Tavern Rd, Reno, NV 89511
"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."
-Description from Instagram
-November 21 | 7-11pm
K-Pop Demon Hunters Dance Party
*Location:
Need 2 Speed
2863 Northtowne Ln Suite 400,
Reno, NV 89512
"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 📲"
-Description from Instagram
Valhalla Holiday Faire
*Location:
1 Valhalla Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
"The Valhalla Holiday Faire Returns!
Kick off the season at Valhalla Tahoe’s beloved three-day holiday celebration and craft fair.
Friday, Nov 21 | 4–8 PM (Member only Preview 3-4 PM)
Saturday, Nov 22 | 10 AM–5 PM
Sunday, Nov 23 | 10 AM–4 PM
Shop handmade treasures from more than 30 local artisans.
Capture memories with Mr. & Mrs. Claus.
Enjoy face painting and festive holiday movies in the Boathouse Theatre.
Take a carriage ride beneath the pines, grab a bite from local food trucks, and soak in the holiday magic inside the historic Grand Hall.
It’s a weekend of local shopping, family fun, and community cheer.
Stay tuned—we’ll be highlighting this year’s incredible vendors in the weeks ahead."
Kick off the season at Valhalla Tahoe’s beloved three-day holiday celebration and craft fair.
Friday, Nov 21 | 4–8 PM (Member only Preview 3-4 PM)
Saturday, Nov 22 | 10 AM–5 PM
Sunday, Nov 23 | 10 AM–4 PM
Shop handmade treasures from more than 30 local artisans.
Capture memories with Mr. & Mrs. Claus.
Enjoy face painting and festive holiday movies in the Boathouse Theatre.
Take a carriage ride beneath the pines, grab a bite from local food trucks, and soak in the holiday magic inside the historic Grand Hall.
It’s a weekend of local shopping, family fun, and community cheer.
Stay tuned—we’ll be highlighting this year’s incredible vendors in the weeks ahead."
-Description from Instagram
Trees & Lights Soiree
*Location:
Champagne & Chocolate
550 W Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89509
*REEL
All proceeds support Safe Embrace's mission to provide safety, shelter, and hope for survivors. 💜"
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."
Join us Saturday, Nov 22 from 11am–4pm for a vintage market and day party featuring:
• Local vintage vendors (@velvetpill, @kilroyvtg + more)
• @dj_elzo spinning all afternoon
• @doggy_stylefoodtruck Korean Corn Dogs (11am-3pm)
• Matcha + Cold Brews by @thematchagirl___ (11am - sellout)
• $10 drop-in sauna sessions all day at @renosaunaclub
• A pickle stand (!!) @mmmmeagatronnnn
• Raffle prizes: free night stay + 10-time sauna pass (get a ticket with any on-site purchase!)
• Limited bar and S’mores
See you here for a little shopping, a little sweating, a little snacking."
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
"
"YOU'RE INVITED! 💌 Save the date for our annual Trees & Lights Soirée on Saturday, November 22nd! ✨ Join us for an exclusive magical evening full of champagne, gourmet hors d’oeuvres, desserts, and holiday cheer at @champagnechoco 🥂
Your ticket includes:
Full access to the Trees & Lights Soiree with Gourmet hors d'oeuvres + premium holiday desserts
Welcome champagne pour
Access to the beautifully decorated trees & wreaths auction
Music, mingling, and a magical holiday atmosphere
All proceeds support Safe Embrace's mission to provide safety, shelter, and hope for survivors. 💜"
-Description from Instagram
Safe Embrace is one of Northern Nevada’s leading organizations supporting survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. They offer the region’s largest safe house with inclusive shelter, therapy, legal help, housing support, and education programs. A key part of their work is their 24/7 crisis hotline, which gives survivors immediate access to safety planning, emergency shelter, and trained advocates whenever they need it.
-November 22 | 2-4
*Location:
Tooti Frooti
141 Vesta St, Reno, NV 89502
*Website
"⏰ last minute TRADING EVENT ⏰ TOMORROW, Saturday, 2-4p, in-store. Bring whatever trinket you’re trying to switch out with a new friend. Pop-Mart, Sonny’s, Smiskis, Littlest Pet Shop, Miniso, & beyond ! Make new friends, find new shelf buddies, and have fun 😉"
-Description from Instagram
-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 🌸"
-Description from Instagram
-November 22 | 4-7pm
Grand Tree Lighting & Pictures with Santa
*Location
The Village at Rancharra
7100 Rancharrah Pkwy, Reno, NV 89511
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."
-Description from Facebook
"Get ready for a night of rhythm, style, and celebration at Afrobeats Fusion & Fashion Show! Join us Friday, November 22 from 6–11PM for an evening filled with high-energy performances, live DJs, and a vibrant fashion showcase inspired by Caribbean and African culture.
This family-friendly, free event welcomes all ages to experience the music, movement, and color that make Afrobeats so electric. Come dressed to impress, bring your friends and family, and get ready to dance, cheer, and celebrate community through sound and style.
It’s going to be a night to remember — see you on the dance floor!"
-November 22 | 6-11pm
Afrobeats Fusion & Fashion Show
Reno Public Market
299 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89502
Afrobeats Fusion & Fashion Show
Reno Public Market
299 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89502
"Get ready for a night of rhythm, style, and celebration at Afrobeats Fusion & Fashion Show! Join us Friday, November 22 from 6–11PM for an evening filled with high-energy performances, live DJs, and a vibrant fashion showcase inspired by Caribbean and African culture.
This family-friendly, free event welcomes all ages to experience the music, movement, and color that make Afrobeats so electric. Come dressed to impress, bring your friends and family, and get ready to dance, cheer, and celebrate community through sound and style.
It’s going to be a night to remember — see you on the dance floor!"
-Description from website
-November 22 | 11am-4pm
*Location:
Best Bet Motor Lodge
941 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502
*Instagram | Best Bet | Kilroy Vintage | Doggy Style | Velvet Pill | Midtown District
"Lucky Finds at Best Bet! 🍀
Join us Saturday, Nov 22 from 11am–4pm for a vintage market and day party featuring:
• Local vintage vendors (@velvetpill, @kilroyvtg + more)
• @dj_elzo spinning all afternoon
• @doggy_stylefoodtruck Korean Corn Dogs (11am-3pm)
• Matcha + Cold Brews by @thematchagirl___ (11am - sellout)
• $10 drop-in sauna sessions all day at @renosaunaclub
• A pickle stand (!!) @mmmmeagatronnnn
• Raffle prizes: free night stay + 10-time sauna pass (get a ticket with any on-site purchase!)
• Limited bar and S’mores
See you here for a little shopping, a little sweating, a little snacking."
-Description from Instagram
-November 23 & 24| December 5 & 6
Sierra Nevada Ballet Presents
Peanut Cracker
*Locations:
Pioneer Center
100 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501
Carson City Community Center
851 E William St, Carson City, NV 89701
-November 23 | 9am-2pm
Annual Holiday Bazaar by Riverside Farmer's Market (year-round)
*Location:
Idlewild Park
2055 Idlewild Dr, Reno, NV 89509
-November 23 | 1pm & 5pm
Sierra Nevada Ballet Presents
Peanutcracker
*Location:
Pioneer Center
100 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501*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."
"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."
-Description from website
*Location:
Chrome Coffee Works
131 Pine St, Reno, NV 89501
*Instagram | Chrome Coffee Works | Kilroy vintage
"Come celebrate our 1 year with us, Sunday the 23rd! We are also happy to be sharing the day with the opening of the @kilroyvtg showroom! From 11 - 3."
-Description from Instagram
-November 25 - December 31
*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? 🍸"
-Description from Instagram
-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)
"It's always tea time! Celebrate 160 years of Lewis Carroll's classic, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, with a Mad Tea Party at the #SierraViewLibrary. Join us for fantastical festivities, including a cake walk, tea party, flamingo croquet, and a "paint the roses red" art project. Come dressed as your favorite character, too!"
-Description from website
-November 26 | 6-11pm
2025 Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl
*Location:
4 local venues (TBA)
"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
"-Description from website
-November 26 | 7pm
*Location:
EP Listening Lounge
1300 S Wells Ave, Reno, NV 89502
"🦃 Groove & Gratitude at EP!
Celebrate the start of Thanksgiving weekend with an unforgettable night of music, friends, and good vibes! 🎶✨
🎷 Live Jazz from 7–10 PM: smooth tunes to set the mood with @zackteran and friends.
🎧 DJs @whoisjaywlkr & @zevisnotelvis 10:30 PM to late: dance the night away in style!
🥂 Sip on your favorite cocktails, catch up with friends, and let the music move you.
This is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with gratitude, grooves, and great company. Don’t miss it!"
Celebrate the start of Thanksgiving weekend with an unforgettable night of music, friends, and good vibes! 🎶✨
🎷 Live Jazz from 7–10 PM: smooth tunes to set the mood with @zackteran and friends.
🎧 DJs @whoisjaywlkr & @zevisnotelvis 10:30 PM to late: dance the night away in style!
🥂 Sip on your favorite cocktails, catch up with friends, and let the music move you.
This is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with gratitude, grooves, and great company. Don’t miss it!"
-Description from Instagram
-November 27 | 9am
Wobble Before You Gobble Race
10K, 5K, & 1 Mile Walk
*Location:
Idlewild Park
2055 Idlewild Dr, Reno, NV 89509
*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!
-Description from website
-November 27 | 8:30-10am
27th Annual Scheels Turkey Trot (2 mile, non timed)
*Location:
Sparks Marina
300 Howard Drive, Sparks, NV 89434
"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."
-Description from website
"Join Gear Hut in turning Black Friday GREEN for the 6th year in a row!!
When winter snows start to fall, trash gets buried and plowed into piles, which can block drains that lead directly into the Truckee River. Gear Hut and KTMB want to help protect our urban habitats and environments by removing trash at the source: the city streets! This cleanup will focus on our Wells Ave neighborhoods.
Instead of shopping big box retailers, #OptOutside for a morning of GOOD on Nov. 28th, from 11 AM - 1:30 PM. Gear Hut will be serving up hot coffee, cocoa, and pastries to everyone who comes out for the cleanup! Plus, they will give participants a 10%/20% off coupon to use through the end of the year."
-November 28 | 11am-1:30pm
*Location:
Gear Hut
318 Broadway Blvd, Reno, NV 89502
When winter snows start to fall, trash gets buried and plowed into piles, which can block drains that lead directly into the Truckee River. Gear Hut and KTMB want to help protect our urban habitats and environments by removing trash at the source: the city streets! This cleanup will focus on our Wells Ave neighborhoods.
Instead of shopping big box retailers, #OptOutside for a morning of GOOD on Nov. 28th, from 11 AM - 1:30 PM. Gear Hut will be serving up hot coffee, cocoa, and pastries to everyone who comes out for the cleanup! Plus, they will give participants a 10%/20% off coupon to use through the end of the year."
-Description from website
"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."
"Get ready to kick off the holiday season with warmth, joy, and community spirit at Reno Public Market’s annual Deck the Halls event! Opening day is Black Friday, November 28th. Bring your friends and family to enjoy a weekend full of festive fun, local shopping, and holiday cheer.
Special happenings include:
🎁 Local artisan shopping at the Vendor Village
🎅 Photos and Meet & Greet with Santa
☃️ Kids’ holiday crafts and activities
🎄 Seasonal food, drinks, and sweet treats"
-November 28 & 29 (4-9pm) | December 5 & 6 (4-9pm)
*Location:
Reno Arch (Downtown)
345 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501
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."
-Description from Instagram
-November 28-30 | December 6-7, 13-14, 20-21 | 11am-5pm
*Location:
Reno Public Market
299 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89502
"Get ready to kick off the holiday season with warmth, joy, and community spirit at Reno Public Market’s annual Deck the Halls event! Opening day is Black Friday, November 28th. Bring your friends and family to enjoy a weekend full of festive fun, local shopping, and holiday cheer.
Special happenings include:
🎁 Local artisan shopping at the Vendor Village
🎅 Photos and Meet & Greet with Santa
☃️ Kids’ holiday crafts and activities
🎄 Seasonal food, drinks, and sweet treats"
-Description from website
-November 29 | 11am-7pm
*Location:
The Potentialist Workshop
836 E 2nd St, Reno, NV 89502
"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 $5 fee.
It is our goal to make this holiday as homemade and local as possible, while also supporting those who might need a little extra love this season.
Our tickets are sold by the hour for this event to help the flow of creation! Please do your best to come at the time of your ticket so that we can make sure everyone can craft something magical. You are welcome to stay as long as you like! The immersive will stay open until 8:30pm.
VENDOR APPLICATIONS OPEN NOW
You can sign up through the link in our bio 🎄"
Your 15$ 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 🎄"
-Description from Instagram
-November 29 | 3-10pm
*Locatoin:
Derby Barber & Supply
406 California Ave Suite 100, Reno, NV 89509
"We’re turning 10! 🎉🎉
Join us Saturday, Nov 29 as we celebrate a decade of good vibes, great people, and all things Derby. 🥳
We’ll have drink specials running ALL DAY ✨ & a limited-edition 10 year anniversary t-shirt 👕 !
Come grab a drink, snag the tee, and #celebrate with us! 🥂"
Join us Saturday, Nov 29 as we celebrate a decade of good vibes, great people, and all things Derby. 🥳
We’ll have drink specials running ALL DAY ✨ & a limited-edition 10 year anniversary t-shirt 👕 !
Come grab a drink, snag the tee, and #celebrate with us! 🥂"
-Description from Instagram
-November 29 | 1-6pm
*Location:
Schussboom
12245 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89511
"Visitors in town for Thanksgiving Weekend? Show ‘em how WE party at Schussboom on Saturday, Nov. 29th from 1-6 p.m. Battle your in-laws and other families in Flip Cup and Beer Pong tournaments to win free beer, or go head-to-head in the Chug ‘N Sack Race. We’ll also have Drunk Giant Jenga and Ice Luge Shots to keep the party going all afternoon. For the fam, we’ve got Face Painting and a dedicated station where everyone can paint custom Christmas ornaments to take home. Throw down in the Cornhole Tournament with a $15 cash entry – top three teams split the pot with 1st place winning 50%, 2nd place 30%, and 3rd 20%. Topping it off, we’ll be releasing several new beers that day! Schedule coming soon. Mark your calendars and we’ll see you on the 29th."
-Description from Instagram
-November 29 | 11am-6pm
*Locations:
Midtown Reno
"Time to remember #shopsmall this holiday season ! Coming up is Small Business Saturday & us, along with the other participants in slide 2, will be donating 15% of our sales to @ourcenterreno ! AND of you spend $5 or more at any of the participants in slide 2 (again lol) & complete a punchcard, you could win a basket filled with our goodies ! LFG !"
-November 29 | 11am-3pm
*Location:
Wyld Market Collective
1640 S Wells Ave, Reno, NV 89502
"Make The Matcha Girl your first stop this Small Business Saturday.
I’ll be at @wanderingwyld from 11–3PM serving all your matcha favorites.
Vendors like @nookandcrannybookwagon will also be popping up, so you can sip, shop, and support local all in one place.
Don’t miss our Saturday-only raffle, you can only enter in person! There are a bunch of goodies!
Come say hi, shop small, and enjoy some matcha."
I’ll be at @wanderingwyld from 11–3PM serving all your matcha favorites.
Vendors like @nookandcrannybookwagon will also be popping up, so you can sip, shop, and support local all in one place.
Don’t miss our Saturday-only raffle, you can only enter in person! There are a bunch of goodies!
Come say hi, shop small, and enjoy some matcha."
Description from Instagram
-November 29 & December 6 (9am):
*Location:
Home Depot
*Make sure to input your store at the top left hand corner of the window before registering
-November 30 |11am-1pm
*Location
Wyld Market Collective
1640 S Wells Ave, Reno, NV 89502
Learn simple techniques for painting festive and colorful trees with step-by-step instructions by Jinny Tomozy. Various watercolor techniques will be explored such as wet on wet, blooming, pushing and pulling, and lifting. We will discuss color theory schemes and use those to guide us during color selection and paint mixing.
All materials and tools will be provided such as paper, brushes, palette, paint and water containers. No prior experience is required; just bring your creativity, and get ready to share some handcrafted love with your friends and family this holiday season!
Ages 13+ (Parental supervision required under 18)"
-Description from website
"Arts & Drafts is a beginner-friendly, social craft night - with alcohol! We are popping up at Craft Wine & Beer on December 1 to make some paper-based garland and festive decor!
What can you do at Arts & Drafts?
Grab a drink from Craft's awesome selection
Make your own easy DIY craft (see previews on Instagram @artsanddraftsreno)
Meet and chat with other crafty folks
This is a casual event versus a structured crafting workshop, so pop in anytime.
If you are coming with a group of 5 of more, please reach out here or DM at @artsanddraftsreno on Instagram! We've been busier than ever, and larger groups may be better suited to the tables in the front section of the bar.
I run on direct support, but the event is structured as pay-what-you-can. Suggested rates $10-15 per person."
-December 1 | 6-8pm
*Location:
Craft Wine & Beer
22 Martin St, Reno, NV 89509
What can you do at Arts & Drafts?
Grab a drink from Craft's awesome selection
Make your own easy DIY craft (see previews on Instagram @artsanddraftsreno)
Meet and chat with other crafty folks
This is a casual event versus a structured crafting workshop, so pop in anytime.
If you are coming with a group of 5 of more, please reach out here or DM at @artsanddraftsreno on Instagram! We've been busier than ever, and larger groups may be better suited to the tables in the front section of the bar.
I run on direct support, but the event is structured as pay-what-you-can. Suggested rates $10-15 per person."
-Description from website
-December 2-7:
Broadway Show
*Location:
Pioneer Center
100 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501
*My POST about Stereophonic
"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."
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."
-Description from website
Wellness Wednesday Hydrotherapy Open House
*Location:
The Hive
515 Plumas St., Reno, NV 89509
*RESERVE
*Book your stay
"Do You Need A Reset? ✨
Enter our giveaway for a chance to win a 55-Minute Contrast Hydrotherapy Session at The Hive: Reno.
We’re giving away 3 drop-in sessions to Wellness Wednesday on December 3. 🎉
On Wellness Wednesday we open our doors to public drop-ins, much like a day spa, and you can win a 55-minute session to enjoy our hot tub, cold plunge, outdoor shower, and other amenities.
To Enter:
1. Follow us @gethivey
2. Share this post to your story
3. Tag a friend in the comments
3 winners will each receive a complimentary 55-session to join us for Wellness Wednesday on December 3. Sessions available 11:00am-7:00pm.
Reset your nervous system and revive with The Hive!"
Enter our giveaway for a chance to win a 55-Minute Contrast Hydrotherapy Session at The Hive: Reno.
We’re giving away 3 drop-in sessions to Wellness Wednesday on December 3. 🎉
On Wellness Wednesday we open our doors to public drop-ins, much like a day spa, and you can win a 55-minute session to enjoy our hot tub, cold plunge, outdoor shower, and other amenities.
To Enter:
1. Follow us @gethivey
2. Share this post to your story
3. Tag a friend in the comments
3 winners will each receive a complimentary 55-session to join us for Wellness Wednesday on December 3. Sessions available 11:00am-7:00pm.
Reset your nervous system and revive with The Hive!"
-Description from Instagram
"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"
-December 4 | 10am-3pm
*Location:
2500 E 2nd St,
Reno, NV 89595
*Instagram | GSR | Junior League
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"
-Description from website
-December 4 | 5-7pm
20th Annual Town of Gardnerville Christmas Kickoff
*Location:
Heritage Park (55 mins. from Reno)
1447 Courthouse Alley, Gardnerville, NV 89410
"Join us on December 4, 2025 for the 20th Annual Gardnerville Christmas Kickoff.
There are electric carriage rides around the park, Santa will be there, live entertainment, dancing Christmas Lights and fireworks (weather permitting).
Santa will arrive at 5:00 p.m. Carriage rides around the park start after Santa arrives. Entertainment begins at 5:30.
After the live entertainment will be the Christmas Light Show on the pavilion and the finale fireworks. Hope to see you all there!"
-Description from website
-December 4 & 5 (4-9pm) | 6 (11am-9pm)
Downtown Sparks
1250 Victorian Ave., Sparks, NV 89431
"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!"
-Description from Instagram
-December 4, 5, & 6
*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.
Arts for All Nevada
*Location:
Lake Mansion
250 Court St, Reno, NV 89501
"People of all ages, skill levels, backgrounds, and experience can find their place at
Arts for All Nevada. Classes and programs focus on a variety of different art
movements and media including visual art, creative movement, drama, and literary expression."
Arts for All Nevada. Classes and programs focus on a variety of different art
movements and media including visual art, creative movement, drama, and literary expression."
-Description from website
-December 5 | 4:30pm
*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!"
-Description from website
-December 5 (10am-6pm) & 6 (10am-3pm)
*Location:
The Vassar House
221 Vassar St, Reno, NV 89502
"Mark your calendars for our old-fashioned Christmas Party... the cutest one in town, hands down! 🎅
With classic tunes, nostalgic treats and darling gifts that are vintage in every way, don't miss the party that sleighs 😎"
With classic tunes, nostalgic treats and darling gifts that are vintage in every way, don't miss the party that sleighs 😎"
-Description from Instagram
-December 5 | 5-8pm
*Location:
Horizon Church
1995 E Prater Way, Sparks, NV 89434
"Join us for a Christmas celebration, Light Up the Night 2025, a FREE, in-person Reno Sparks community event on December 5, 2025!
Light Up The Night is an event open to all families and individuals in Reno-Sparks. The event was created to usher in the Christmas season, and provide a free & fun Christmas event for the Reno Sparks community. Every year we host 3000+ Light Up The Night event guests! This year’s event is set to be bigger and better than ever!
Light Up The Night takes place on Friday, December 5th, 2025, from 5:00—8:00 pm.
This exciting Community Christmas Event features: Free Family Fun
Free Pictures With Santa!
Reno's Favorite Food Trucks
Free Character Greetings With Disney Princesses, Spiderman, The Grinch and more!
Fire Pits & S’Mores
Free Hot Cocoa Bar & Cookies
Christmas Music & Carols
Free Bounce House Obstacle Course
Free Kids Carnival Games
Prizes & More!
The Storyteller of Christmas Show at 5:30pm, 6:30pm, and 7:30pm:
Join us inside the auditorium for a family-friendly, fun show as our captivating storyteller leads us through the tale of how Christmas came to be, accompanied by heartwarming music. Come and see the journey through time and tradition, where the true meaning of Christmas is revealed in all its glory. (Show is 15 minutes)
Invite a friend and we look forward to seeing you at Light Up The Night 2025! Questions? Please see the FAQ's below or contact the Horizon Church office at (775) 787-6259 or via email horizonoffice@att.net .
Local Reno food trucks will be serving up delicious food and snacks for purchase at Light Up the Night.
Parking Info:
Horizon Church will have their parking team guide you to a space upon arrival. The church offers some parking on the campus (including some ADA spaces), and we also partner with local businesses to make sure everyone has a place to park.
The event is 5-8pm. Come for a few minutes or stay for the whole time!
This is a community event, all are welcome!
No dogs or pets are allowed at Light Up the Night."
Join us inside the auditorium for a family-friendly, fun show as our captivating storyteller leads us through the tale of how Christmas came to be, accompanied by heartwarming music. Come and see the journey through time and tradition, where the true meaning of Christmas is revealed in all its glory. (Show is 15 minutes)
Invite a friend and we look forward to seeing you at Light Up The Night 2025! Questions? Please see the FAQ's below or contact the Horizon Church office at (775) 787-6259 or via email horizonoffice@att.net .
Local Reno food trucks will be serving up delicious food and snacks for purchase at Light Up the Night.
Parking Info:
Horizon Church will have their parking team guide you to a space upon arrival. The church offers some parking on the campus (including some ADA spaces), and we also partner with local businesses to make sure everyone has a place to park.
The event is 5-8pm. Come for a few minutes or stay for the whole time!
This is a community event, all are welcome!
No dogs or pets are allowed at Light Up the Night."
-Description from website
-December 6 | 4-7pm
*Location:
Craft Wine & Beer
22 Martin St, Reno, NV 89509
"Come sip, shop, and adopt an adorable jumping spider with us at Sips & Spiders! 🎄🕷️✨
I’m bringing a whole lineup of cute little jumpers, handmade homes, and fun gifts — perfect for anyone who loves unique, local finds. If you’re doing your holiday shopping, supporting small businesses like mine truly makes a difference. ❤️
Come hang out, grab a drink, meet some spiders, and find something special for the season. Can’t wait to see you there!"
I’m bringing a whole lineup of cute little jumpers, handmade homes, and fun gifts — perfect for anyone who loves unique, local finds. If you’re doing your holiday shopping, supporting small businesses like mine truly makes a difference. ❤️
Come hang out, grab a drink, meet some spiders, and find something special for the season. Can’t wait to see you there!"
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-December 6 | 10am-2pm
SCPA Thrift Store
75 E Moana Ln, Reno, NV 89502
"Santa Claus is coming to town — and he’s ready for FREE pet photos! 📸
Join us on Saturday, December 6th, 2025, from 10 AM–2 PM at the SPCA of Northern Nevada Thrift Store (75 E. Moana Lane) for our annual Santa Paws event!
Bring your healthy, friendly dog or cat for a festive photo with Santa Paws 🎅, then stay to enjoy:
Join us on Saturday, December 6th, 2025, from 10 AM–2 PM at the SPCA of Northern Nevada Thrift Store (75 E. Moana Lane) for our annual Santa Paws event!
Bring your healthy, friendly dog or cat for a festive photo with Santa Paws 🎅, then stay to enjoy:
🎁 Holiday shopping up to 75% off at our Thrift Store
🍴 Delicious eats from Taster’s Paradise food truck
💌 Letters to Santa crafting for the whole family
💋 Our Kisses in the Jar contest to win a $50 Thrift Store Gift Card
🎄 A holly-jolly BOGO FREE sale on all holiday goodies!
Come for the photos, stay for the fun — and know that every purchase helps homeless pets in our community. 💛
📍 SPCA of Northern Nevada Thrift Store | 75 E. Moana Lane, Reno
🕙 Saturday, Dec. 6 | 10 AM–2 PM"
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-December 6 | 12-5pm
*Location:
Schussboom
12245 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89511
-December 6 | 4-8pm
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 | 3-5pm
Tuba Christmas (free concert & art show)
*Location:
Wilbur D May Museum
1595 N Sierra St, Reno, NV 89503
"The popular annual concert is back! Join us for this FREE event on December 6th from 3:00-5:00pm here at the Wilbur D. May Museum for some big brass Christmas hits!"
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-December 6 | 5pm
*Location:
Anneke Shat's Coffee & Pastry
3115 Eastlake Blvd, New Washoe City, NV 89704
"We cordially invite you to join us on December 6th for our Christmas Party. The festivities will include a sourdough pizza dinner, dessert and cocoa bar, auction, pictures with Santa, live Christmas tree lot, and fundraising efforts for the Angel Tree foundation. You are also invited to participate in our vehicle decorating contest, where you can vote for your favorite decorated vehicle and win a $100 cash prize, a $50 gift card to the bakery, and a tab at the Washoe Tavern. This event is being co-hosted with the Washoe Tavern to provide an evening of holiday cheer. 🎄"
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-December 6 | 12-2pm
Sweater & Shoe Swap
*Location:
The Waste Less Shop
7300 Rancharrah Pkwy Suite 120, Reno, NV 89511
*TICKETS - use code "wastelessbff" for free tickets!
"In collaboration with The Swap Society, we will be hosting a Sweaters and Shoes swap! Join us at The Waste Less Shop on Saturday December 6th.
Bring your gently used sweaters and winter coats along with any boots or shoes that you no longer wear. Please bring only items in good condition, no rips, stains, or excessive wear and tear.
💫 What to Expect:
👢 A curated swap experience — think cozy knits, sneakers to boots
🎶 Chill tunes and good vibes
💬 Community connection with fellow conscious shoppers"
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Bring your gently used sweaters and winter coats along with any boots or shoes that you no longer wear. Please bring only items in good condition, no rips, stains, or excessive wear and tear.
💫 What to Expect:
👢 A curated swap experience — think cozy knits, sneakers to boots
🎶 Chill tunes and good vibes
💬 Community connection with fellow conscious shoppers"
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-December 6 & 7 | 10am-3pm
Hi-Dez Holiday Market
*Location:
299 E. Plumb Lane Suite 115
"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
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This year’s artwork by Uziel Gutierrez 🐿️ @junkyardharem"
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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
"✨ 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!"
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 6 | 8pm
How the Grouch Stole Christmas ft. Glass Tung (LOCAL)
*Location:
255 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501
*Instagram | Souls of Mischief | Living Legends | The Grouch | Cunninlynguists
*I compiled some of my favorite songs from each group on YouTube HERE. Check the list out.
It’s not every night you get to see Living Legends, The Grouch, and CunninLynguists in one place, and if you grew up listening to them like I did, your stoke levels are probably off the charts right now. These artists helped define the underground hip-hop scene in the ’90s and early 2000s, operating completely outside the mainstream but with a massive, loyal following. Living Legends are legends for a reason. They built their career on real talk, DIY hustle, and raw talent. The Grouch, a founding member, has always brought introspective, honest rhymes that hit deep. And the CunninLynguists & their clever lyricism, soulful production, and thoughtful storytelling pushed the boundaries of what independent rap could be. Together, on stage in Reno, it’s going to be a full circle moment celebrating their legacy, impact, and the community that’s carried them for decades.
-December 6 | 10am
*Location:
The Shops at Hillcrest
20 Hillcrest Dr, Reno, NV 89509
Wreath making + hot chocolate + donuts = the perfect cozy morning 🎄✨
Join us December 6th at 10am at The Shoppe at Hillcrest!"
Join us December 6th at 10am at The Shoppe at Hillcrest!"
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-December 6 (7pm):
*Location:
La Gente Chicano Wear
1939 Prater Way, Sparks, NV 89431
"LADIES AND GENTLEMEN. Join us for a Merry GrinchMas Paint and Sip Event on December 6 at La Gente Chicano Wear. Come out for a night of drinks, fun, snacks, and prizes! Festivities begin at 7:00pm. Specialty drink served 21+. Bring your favorite drinks for added fun. Space limited USE PAYMENT LINK IN BIO TO SECURE YOUR SPOT!"
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-December 6 (9am-5pm) & 7 (10am-3pm)
*Location:
Reno-Sparks Convention Center
4590 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502
$5.00 Adults - $4.00 Seniors & Students - Children under 16 Free.
FREE ADMISSION 4pm to 5pm Saturday and 2pm to 3pm Sunday!
Donate a can of Food OR New Socks for charity and get a $1.00 off the admission Price.
We want to thank Renewal By Anderson for sponsoring our Santa this year!
FREE PARKING!
Tell the attendant you are going to Magic of Santa
Our 45th Year! Fine Arts and Crafts from over 100 crafters plus a few Vintage Christmas vendors! Support your local small family owned businesses and find beautiful hand made items from tole painted snowmen and beautiful doll clothes to fine wood work and handcrafts for yourself and the ones you love."
-December 6 (10am-7pm) & 7 (10am-4pm):
*Location:
Eddy Street Vintage (5o mins from Reno)
1235 Eddy St, Gardnerville, NV 89410
"Join us THIS WEEKEND - December 6 & 7 - for our Holiday Kick-off Pop-up!
December 6 & 7
Saturday, Dec. 6: 10am-7pm
(closed briefly during the Parade of Lights)
Sunday, Dec. 7: 10am-4pm
1235 Eddy Street | Gardnerville, Nevada
On Saturday, after you are done shopping, join us around 5pm for the @carsonvalleychamber Parade of Lights. The route goes right in front of the shop, so it's the perfect place to watch.
Plus, @thewarehousenv will be OPEN for shopping BOTH DAYS! So be sure to check out our SECOND LOCATION - right across the street!"
December 6 & 7
Saturday, Dec. 6: 10am-7pm
(closed briefly during the Parade of Lights)
Sunday, Dec. 7: 10am-4pm
1235 Eddy Street | Gardnerville, Nevada
On Saturday, after you are done shopping, join us around 5pm for the @carsonvalleychamber Parade of Lights. The route goes right in front of the shop, so it's the perfect place to watch.
Plus, @thewarehousenv will be OPEN for shopping BOTH DAYS! So be sure to check out our SECOND LOCATION - right across the street!"
✨ Saturday Special Features: ✨
- @sierraflowerfarm with handcrafted wreaths
- @sweetheartchurroco with fresh warm churros
- @cowgirlupmobilebar with holiday cocktails & mocktails
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-December 6, 13, & 20 | 2-5pm
*Location:
Shayden Summit Property Management Office # 212
13925 S Virginia St UNIT 212, Reno, NV 89511
"✨Meet Santa and Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer at Shayden Summit this weekend! 🎅🏼🦌
🎄Capture holiday magic for the whole family with free photos with Santa at the Property Management Office, and warm up with a complimentary hot chocolate bar – just look for the balloons! 🎈 ☕️
Santa Meet & Greet Dates:
📆 12/6, 12/13, 12/20
🕒 2 PM - 5 PM
📍Property Management Office #212
Share your festive moments and be sure to tag us @shaydensummit! 🎄❤️"
🎄Capture holiday magic for the whole family with free photos with Santa at the Property Management Office, and warm up with a complimentary hot chocolate bar – just look for the balloons! 🎈 ☕️
Santa Meet & Greet Dates:
📆 12/6, 12/13, 12/20
🕒 2 PM - 5 PM
📍Property Management Office #212
Share your festive moments and be sure to tag us @shaydensummit! 🎄❤️"
-December 6-21:
*Location:
The Basement
50 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501
"Step inside a storybook this holiday season… ❄️✨
Christmas at the Post Office is here, and our historic building has officially transformed into an 8,000 sq ft winter wonderland!
Photo sessions, ornaments, bath bombs, festive treats, Santa’s helpers, and magical surprises around every corner… 🎁✨
✨ Parents & guardians enter free with a participating child!
Sessions are very limited (only 25 kids each!) and early-bird pricing ends soon.
Tap the link in our bio to reserve your child’s spot before it sells out. ❤️🎄
Every ticket includes:
Night Before Christmas Hardbound Book – Read by Santa’s helpers
Professional Holiday Photo Mini Session – Printed photo & card included (By Michael M Photography & WonderPix)
Custom Holiday Beanie – Embroidered with your child’s name (By RaoMio Studio)
Gourd Ornament Painting – With Art by Kristina
Hair Braiding, Charms & Nail Art – By The Beautiful Bearded Man & BBM Lounge
Bath Bomb Creation – Perfect for a Christmas Eve soak, by Soul Garden Bath & Body
Cookies, Hot Chocolate & Cider – By Papawhatyoucooking
Viewing of a Custom Vintage Train Set Installation – By The Basement Reno
Festive Holiday Activities & Installations – Surprises at every corner!"
Christmas at the Post Office is here, and our historic building has officially transformed into an 8,000 sq ft winter wonderland!
Photo sessions, ornaments, bath bombs, festive treats, Santa’s helpers, and magical surprises around every corner… 🎁✨
✨ Parents & guardians enter free with a participating child!
Sessions are very limited (only 25 kids each!) and early-bird pricing ends soon.
Tap the link in our bio to reserve your child’s spot before it sells out. ❤️🎄
Every ticket includes:
Night Before Christmas Hardbound Book – Read by Santa’s helpers
Professional Holiday Photo Mini Session – Printed photo & card included (By Michael M Photography & WonderPix)
Custom Holiday Beanie – Embroidered with your child’s name (By RaoMio Studio)
Gourd Ornament Painting – With Art by Kristina
Hair Braiding, Charms & Nail Art – By The Beautiful Bearded Man & BBM Lounge
Bath Bomb Creation – Perfect for a Christmas Eve soak, by Soul Garden Bath & Body
Cookies, Hot Chocolate & Cider – By Papawhatyoucooking
Viewing of a Custom Vintage Train Set Installation – By The Basement Reno
Festive Holiday Activities & Installations – Surprises at every corner!"
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-December 7 | 11am-2pm
*Location:
Urban Roots
1700 E 2nd St, Reno, NV 89502
*RSVP
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 7 | 1-4pm
*Location:
Vevis Venue
13600 Stead Blvd, Reno, NV 89506
"YOU ARE INVITED TO OUR COZY SEÑORA SUNDAY ☕️🌲✨
Tell your mom, your tia, your grandma, your friends, your neighbors, EVERYONE!
This is an afternoon dedicated to YOU. We will be painting cantaritos 🎨, drinking cocktails 🍹, and enjoying some conchitas, to kick off the holiday season!
🎟️ Tickets $40: Includes cantarito, paint supplies, cocktail, concha
(linked in our bio)
Vendors that will be joining us:
✨EDeath Creations | @edeathscreations
✨Creaciones Vevis | @creacionesvevis
✨Mary Berry Sweets | @maryberrysweets_
✨Lady Bug Kreations | @ladybug_kreations
✨Creaciones Lala | @creacioneslala761
✨MJ Dezignz | @mj_dezignz
✨Estilo Equestre | @estilo.equestree
✨ & MORE"
Tell your mom, your tia, your grandma, your friends, your neighbors, EVERYONE!
This is an afternoon dedicated to YOU. We will be painting cantaritos 🎨, drinking cocktails 🍹, and enjoying some conchitas, to kick off the holiday season!
🎟️ Tickets $40: Includes cantarito, paint supplies, cocktail, concha
(linked in our bio)
Vendors that will be joining us:
✨EDeath Creations | @edeathscreations
✨Creaciones Vevis | @creacionesvevis
✨Mary Berry Sweets | @maryberrysweets_
✨Lady Bug Kreations | @ladybug_kreations
✨Creaciones Lala | @creacioneslala761
✨MJ Dezignz | @mj_dezignz
✨Estilo Equestre | @estilo.equestree
✨ & MORE"
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-December 10 | 6-8pm
*Location
Batch Cupcakery (Midtown)
555 S Virginia St #104, Reno, NV 89501
"Join Batch Cupcakery as we gear up for the holidays with a festive gingerbread house decorating class! Bring out your inner architect as we construct and design stunning homes made with spicy gingerbread cookies and our classic buttercream frosting. Take home your very own masterpiece to display on the dinner table or snack on during a holiday movie. Drinks and light appetizers are included. All ages are encouraged to participate."
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-December 10 | 7pm
*Location:
Reno Events Center
400 University Way, Reno, NV 89501
*Reel
"WHAT: Thrill Sports, P1 Live and RNC Entertainment proudly present the 2025 NITRO CIRCUS
‘OFF THE RAILS’ TOUR. Nitro Circus features jaw-dropping stunts, top-tier athletes and unstoppable energy that will wow fans of all ages, and the “Off the Rails” Tour is better than ever with a new generation of gravity-defying thrill-seekers and rule-breakers. Co-founded by action sports icon Travis Pastrana, Nitro Circus features elite athletes and world-class daredevils at the top of their game in Freestyle Motocross, BMX, Skate, Scooter, and everything in between. This elite athlete lineup will push the boundaries of what's possible with mind-blowing stunts,
high-flying tricks, and heart-pounding excitement. Experience all-new competitions that pit the best against the best in never-been-done showdowns!"
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-December 11 | 6-9pm
Mix Mingle & Jingle Party
*Location:
Wild River Grille
17 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501
"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!"
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 11 | 7pm
Nutcracker Paint Night
*Location:
Senor Tequilas
1490 E 4th St, Reno, NV 89512
"✨Join us for an enchanting Nutcracker Paint Night, where creativity meets holiday charm. ✨
🎨 Your ticket includes a wooden nutcracker, all painting materials, and a cocktail to enjoy as our DJ sets the ambiance."
🎨 Your ticket includes a wooden nutcracker, all painting materials, and a cocktail to enjoy as our DJ sets the ambiance."
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-December 12 | 5-9pm
*Location:
The Generator, Sparks
2450 Oddie Blvd Suite 110, Sparks, NV 89431
Find the perfect gifts for you and your loved ones at the Generator Holiday Art Markets! On December 12 from 5-9 PM, join the Reno Generator in celebrating our community by choosing to shop from local artists and makers this holiday season. We’re excited to be welcoming over 75 vendors into the space for this event in order to ensure that there is a wide variety of creations to peruse. We will also be joined by Silver State Pie CO and Main Vein Coffee Co making your night warm and tasty. You’ll also be able to catch the December gallery exhibition!
Think globally, shop locally at the Reno Generator"
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-December 12 (4-9pm) & 13 (11am-4pm)
*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
*Location:
OTC Bar
340 Kietzke Ln, Reno, NV 89502
"@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! 🐈⬛🐈⬛🐈⬛"
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 | 4-8pm
*Location:
Parking lot of the Lake Tahoe Historical Museum
3058 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Attendees can look forward to a full array of free holiday festivities including Borges Winter Carriage Rides, kid’s activities with the Tahoe Art League, photos next to the Christmas Fire Engine, take a tour of the decorated 1930s cabin, Trail of Lights, and visits to Santa’s House. There will also be plenty of entertainment.
Need to start your holiday shopping? Support our local vendors and pick up some unique and creative gifts for friends and family. While you shop you can also enjoy hot beverages or a bite to eat from the various food vendors. In the spirit of holiday giving, please consider bringing an unwrapped toy to support Toys for Tots.
Parking is available at the City’s Recreation Complex or the Boys and Girls Club. Due to limited parking, please carpool, or take public transportation to and from the event. Lake Link will also be providing free rides during the event. To book a ride with Lake Link, visit their website: https://ss-tma.org/lake-link/ and download the app on your smartphone.
Gingerbread House Village
Guests are invited to explore the Gingerbread House Village, showcasing stunning creations as part of the Lake Tahoe Gingerbread Competition, sponsored by Visit Lake Tahoe. From cozy cottages to whimsical masterpieces, each gingerbread house is a true work of art. Attendees can cast their vote for the People’s Choice Award and help celebrate the creativity of local creators.
To enter the competition, register on CivicRec beginning October 1.
Holidays in History
For over 20 years the Lake Tahoe Historical Society has held “Holidays in History” at the museum complex, and that tradition continues again this year. Tour the 1930’s decorated cabin, step into the museum, also with its decorations, and enjoy free tours. The bookstore will be open during the event, a perfect place for local holiday treats! Santa will be sitting at the 1860 Toll House – what a great photo opp! Museum hours during Holidays in History will be the same as the festival, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m."
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-December 12 (4pm) & 13 (3pm)
Sugar Plum Tea Party & Home Tour
*Location:
Sierra Nevada Ballet
500 E Moana Ln, Reno, NV 89502
"Join us for a magical holiday fundraiser!! Meet the sugar plum fairy for tea and get into the holiday cheer on an enchanting holiday home tour. "
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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
"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 🏂
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 🏂
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 12-31 | 3-9pm
*Location:
1201 Stardust Street, Suite 100, Reno, NV 89503
"Experience the magic of the season at our Christmas Wonderland! Immerse yourself in a festive wonderland adorned with twinkling lights, merry decorations, and holiday cheer. Meet Santa Claus, indulge in seasonal treats, and enjoy live performances that capture the spirit of Christmas. Join us for a jolly good time and create unforgettable memories with loved ones!
Included:
One 4x6 family photo with Santa, a family tote bag with map, a scavenger hunt puzzle base for each child to find 20 puzzle pieces throughout the festival, a Christmas plush gift for each child given at an elf door, raffle ticket or an 'elf on the shelf', festive decor walk thru, Life size Nativity Scene and the Vortex tunnel walk thru. Additional items for purchase are at the craft tables and include an ornament table, additional vortex tunnel walk thru and Santa Scare (a haunted house spooky walk thru without scare actors)."
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-December 13 | 8pm-2am
*Location:
Start: Behind Rum Buillions at Silver Legacy
407 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501
-December 13 | 4-10pm
*Location:
Underworld Distillery
5301 Longley Ln bldg f ste 203, Reno, NV 89511
*November 21 (8pm): Deviants - Haunted Drag Show
*November 22 (6-9pm): Tarot w/ Jonsey
*November 26 (8-12pm): Scaryoke - Friendsgiving Edition
"Step into the darker side of the season for an evening of wicked holiday cheer. We’re serving up our Krampus Cocoa: rich, spiked, and decidedly unsaintly, and inviting guests to capture the moment with a photo alongside Krampus himself. Settle into the shadows, sip something warm, and celebrate the season with a little mischief at Underworld Distillery. 4PM - Close; 21+ ONLY. No cover."
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-December 13 | 10am-6pm
*Location:
Nevada Museum of Art
160 W Liberty St, Reno, NV 89501
"SCHEDULE
10 am – 6 pm | Free Admission for all Visitors
10 am – 4 pm | Project 1: Gingerbread House Making
10 am – 4 pm | Project 2: Ornament Marbling
10 am – 4 pm | Project 3: Art Project
10 am – 4 pm | Project 4: Holiday Figure Sketching
10 am – 2 pm | Book Signing
10 am – 4 pm | Hot Chocolate Bar
10 am – 4 pm | 20% off Museum School Classes
10:30 am & 1 pm | Art Expeditions with Bonnie
11 am & 2 pm | Public Tour (adult focus)
11 am | In-Tune Tales Presents: The Grinch
11:30 am & 12:30 pm | Storytelling with Monica
1:30 pm | The Nutcracker
2 pm & 3 pm | Storytelling with Monica – Founders’ Room"
10 am – 4 pm | Project 2: Ornament Marbling
10 am – 4 pm | Project 3: Art Project
10 am – 4 pm | Project 4: Holiday Figure Sketching
10 am – 2 pm | Book Signing
10 am – 4 pm | Hot Chocolate Bar
10 am – 4 pm | 20% off Museum School Classes
10:30 am & 1 pm | Art Expeditions with Bonnie
11 am & 2 pm | Public Tour (adult focus)
11 am | In-Tune Tales Presents: The Grinch
11:30 am & 12:30 pm | Storytelling with Monica
1:30 pm | The Nutcracker
2 pm & 3 pm | Storytelling with Monica – Founders’ Room"
-Description from website
-December 13 | 6pm
*Location:
Ethaerial Studio
600 S Virginia St Suite D, Reno, NV 89501
"All I want for Christmas is… an ETHAERIAL CHRISTMAS PARTY 🎄✨
December 13th · 6 PM
If you’ve been waiting for that cozy creative night where everyone shows up in their ugly sweaters, sipping holiday matcha, laughing over craft disasters, and taking vintage photobooth pictures like it’s 1998… this is it!! 😍📸🍵
Here’s what we’ve lined up:
✨ Ornament Making Station (all supplies provided, it’s giving Pinterest IRL) 🎨🧵
✨ Vintage Photobooth Station (double photo strips so you and your bestie both get one) 📷 👯♀️
✨ Ugly Sweater Contest (winner gets prizes + bragging rights forever) 🧥🏆
✨ Matcha Girl Pop-Up with ✨Christmas✨ themed matcha 🍵💚
✨ Spiked hot chocolate and baked goodies ☕🍪
✨ Christmas music, community, and pure holiday vibes 🎶🤍
Craft + photobooth = 1 class credit (sign up on mindbody)
Just want to sip matcha + hang out? Free entry!
But let’s be real… you’re going to want the keepsakes. 🫶
This night is ALLL about being cozy and creative, laughing until your sides hurt, walking away with something you made with your hands, and remembering why this community feels like home. ✨🏠
If you love this studio… be here!!
If you’re new… this is the easiest way to meet people!
If you need a night that feels like a warm hug… this is it. 🤗😘
Spots are limited (and the crafting supplies will go fast), sign ups for this will be up for grabs on the mindbody app NOVEMBER 13th🤍
Can’t wait to celebrate with you!! 🎄"
December 13th · 6 PM
If you’ve been waiting for that cozy creative night where everyone shows up in their ugly sweaters, sipping holiday matcha, laughing over craft disasters, and taking vintage photobooth pictures like it’s 1998… this is it!! 😍📸🍵
Here’s what we’ve lined up:
✨ Ornament Making Station (all supplies provided, it’s giving Pinterest IRL) 🎨🧵
✨ Vintage Photobooth Station (double photo strips so you and your bestie both get one) 📷 👯♀️
✨ Ugly Sweater Contest (winner gets prizes + bragging rights forever) 🧥🏆
✨ Matcha Girl Pop-Up with ✨Christmas✨ themed matcha 🍵💚
✨ Spiked hot chocolate and baked goodies ☕🍪
✨ Christmas music, community, and pure holiday vibes 🎶🤍
Craft + photobooth = 1 class credit (sign up on mindbody)
Just want to sip matcha + hang out? Free entry!
But let’s be real… you’re going to want the keepsakes. 🫶
This night is ALLL about being cozy and creative, laughing until your sides hurt, walking away with something you made with your hands, and remembering why this community feels like home. ✨🏠
If you love this studio… be here!!
If you’re new… this is the easiest way to meet people!
If you need a night that feels like a warm hug… this is it. 🤗😘
Spots are limited (and the crafting supplies will go fast), sign ups for this will be up for grabs on the mindbody app NOVEMBER 13th🤍
Can’t wait to celebrate with you!! 🎄"
-Description
-December 13 | 10am-12pm
Purpose & Paper: A Sustainable Holiday Workshop
*Location:
The Holland Project
140 Vesta St, Reno, NV 89502
*RSVP
*Instagram | KTMB | The Holland Project
"Did you know that paper is the 3rd most thrown-away thing in Washoe County? KTMB is teaming up with the Holland Project to bring you the hands-on Purpose and Paper: A Sustainable Holiday Workshop on Saturday, December 13th, from 10 AM - 12 PM.
Participants will learn the art of handmade papermaking using recycled materials while exploring waste-reduction strategies this holiday season. Whether you're an artist, an environmental advocate, or just curious about sustainable crafts, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to learn, create, and contribute to a greener planet – one sheet of paper at a time.
What to Expect:
Guided instruction on making beautiful, handmade paper from recycled scraps
Insight into paper waste reduction and sustainable material choices
Creative ideas for transforming your handmade paper into holiday ornaments, greeting cards, and gifts
More Holiday Zero Waste tips!
Space is limited. Please RSVP using the form below. We will have a waitlist & notify waitlisted folks of openings in registration order."
-Description from website
-December 13 & 14 | 10am-5pm
"Experience Virginia City's re-imagining of the Christmas classic! Perfect for all ages, this holiday show is packed with festive magic!
Adults (13+) $20
Kids (5-13) $10
Box Seating for 4 $100 (only two available per show)
No need to print your ticket - please give the ticket buyer's name at Piper's check-in table.
Event is rain or shine. *NO REFUNDS*"
-December 13 | 11am-5pm
*Location:
Dickerson Studios
1995 Dickerson Rd.
Reno NV 89503
"🎄✨ Sierra Arts Holiday Market – Artist Vendors Wanted! ✨🎄
Friday, December 13th • 11AM–5PM
📍 1995 Dickerson Studios
We’re decking the halls and filling the space with incredible local art—and we want YOU to be part of it! Artist applications to vend at our annual Holiday Market are now open. 🎁🖼️
✨ $50 vendor fee for a table
✨ A full day of holiday shoppers
✨ Support local art + a festive community event
✨ Application link in our bio
Have questions? Reach out to:
📧 Lina@sierra-arts.org
📧 Margie@sierra-arts.org
Let’s make this holiday season bright with creativity and community! ❄️💛"
Friday, December 13th • 11AM–5PM
📍 1995 Dickerson Studios
We’re decking the halls and filling the space with incredible local art—and we want YOU to be part of it! Artist applications to vend at our annual Holiday Market are now open. 🎁🖼️
✨ $50 vendor fee for a table
✨ A full day of holiday shoppers
✨ Support local art + a festive community event
✨ Application link in our bio
Have questions? Reach out to:
📧 Lina@sierra-arts.org
📧 Margie@sierra-arts.org
Let’s make this holiday season bright with creativity and community! ❄️💛"
-Description from Instagram
*Location:
The Wedge Ceramics Studio
2095 Dickerson Rd, Reno, NV 89503
*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!"
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!"
-Description from Instagram
-December 13, 14, 19, 20, & 21
Miracle on C Street
*Location:
Piper's Opera House
12 B St, Virginia City, NV 89440
"Experience Virginia City's re-imagining of the Christmas classic! Perfect for all ages, this holiday show is packed with festive magic!
Adults (13+) $20
Kids (5-13) $10
Box Seating for 4 $100 (only two available per show)
No need to print your ticket - please give the ticket buyer's name at Piper's check-in table.
Event is rain or shine. *NO REFUNDS*"
-Description from website
-December 14 | 12-4pm
-December 14 | 11am-4pm
"📅 Mark your Calendars! 📅
If you came to the first one you know how great the selection of records were!
🎵 Dj vinyl sets all day with some of my favorite djs
🚚 Food Trucks and Drink Specials.
💿 Oh yeah, and 1,000's of records to look through by some of the best dealers around!
📆December 14th
🕑11AM to 4PM
Early Bird 10AM"
*Location:
Brewery Arts Center
449 W King St,
Carson City, NV 89703
"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."
-Description from website
*Location:
The Ep Listening Lounge
1300 S Wells Ave, Reno, NV 89502
*Instagram | 180 Gram Records | Ep Listening Lounge
If you came to the first one you know how great the selection of records were!
🎵 Dj vinyl sets all day with some of my favorite djs
🚚 Food Trucks and Drink Specials.
💿 Oh yeah, and 1,000's of records to look through by some of the best dealers around!
📆December 14th
🕑11AM to 4PM
Early Bird 10AM"
-Description from Instagram
"Join us for La Posada, our one-night, community holiday celebration inspired by festive Mexican traditions—reimagined for everyone in Reno. No matter who you are or how you celebrate, you’re invited to eat, play, and make memories with us.
What to expect:
Piñata party (kids and grown-ups… sí, adults too!)
Special holiday bites & treats (tamales, atole/ponche-inspired sips, and more)
A visit from Santa (photos encouraged!)
Games & giveaways for niños and the young at heart
Festive music, cozy vibes, and lots of community cariño
Food & Drink
We’ll be serving seasonal botanas, warm bebidas, and a few limited-time holiday specials you won’t want to miss. (Full menu + bar available for purchase.)
Bring the crew
Round up the familia, neighbors, and amigos. Come comfy, bring your cameras, and get ready to laugh, snack, and smash that piñata.
-Description from Facebook
-December 20 | 11am-3pm
Sun & Dust Market Home For the Holidays
-December 18 | 6-8pm
*Location:
The Lodge Bar & Patio
17025 NV-431, Reno, NV 89511
*Instagram | Sweet Bakes | The Lodge
*Website | Sweet Bakes | The Lodge
-December 19 | 5-9pm
*Location:
Mari Chuy's Midtown
764 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501
*Instagram
What to expect:
Piñata party (kids and grown-ups… sí, adults too!)
Special holiday bites & treats (tamales, atole/ponche-inspired sips, and more)
A visit from Santa (photos encouraged!)
Games & giveaways for niños and the young at heart
Festive music, cozy vibes, and lots of community cariño
Food & Drink
We’ll be serving seasonal botanas, warm bebidas, and a few limited-time holiday specials you won’t want to miss. (Full menu + bar available for purchase.)
Bring the crew
Round up the familia, neighbors, and amigos. Come comfy, bring your cameras, and get ready to laugh, snack, and smash that piñata.
RSVP
Hit “Going” to help us plan treats and games for all. Walk-ins welcome!
Let’s light up Midtown with alegría and make La Posada a new Reno tradition.
Nos vemos, Reno."
Hit “Going” to help us plan treats and games for all. Walk-ins welcome!
Let’s light up Midtown with alegría and make La Posada a new Reno tradition.
Nos vemos, Reno."
-Description from Facebook
-December 20 | 4-8pm
*Location:
The Hot Spot
The Outlets at Legends, Sparks
1180 Scheels Drive #B107, Sparks, NV 89434
"Come join us on December 20th!! Our staff here at The Hot Spot Reno, Sparks will be hosting a hot cocoa night to pull the winners’ for our Toys for Tots Donation Raffle and to share the joy by passing out cookies, cider, and cocoa to those who are doing projects in the studio from 4p.m-8p.m. ⛄️🎅🏼"
-Description from Instagram
Sun & Dust Market Home For the Holidays
*Location:
Carson City Community Center
851 E William St, Carson City, NV 89701
"BREAKING NEWS 🚨:
Carson City is about to be violently caffeinated in the best way possible — because the absolute icons of caffeinated chaos, Compound Coffee, are coming to Home for the Holidays. 🤯🔥
I’ve been watching their pop-ups all over Reno like an over-caffeinated FBI agent, dying to try them… and now they’re finally bringing their insane flavors, box-head swagger, and pure espresso GREMLIN ENERGY straight into our market.
Their drinks?
Art.
Their vibe?
Chaos but make it couture.
Their energy?
Enough to send Santa into cardiac arrest. 🎅⚡️
If you catch me shaking like a chihuahua in a snowstorm — mind your business. That’s just the LOVE GALORE and a FERXXO151 tag-teaming my bloodstream.
Carson City… it’s time.
December 20th • 11–3
Come ready. Come hungry. Come unhinged.
Because Compound Coffee is about to wake up the whole damn town. 🎄🔥☕️"
Carson City is about to be violently caffeinated in the best way possible — because the absolute icons of caffeinated chaos, Compound Coffee, are coming to Home for the Holidays. 🤯🔥
I’ve been watching their pop-ups all over Reno like an over-caffeinated FBI agent, dying to try them… and now they’re finally bringing their insane flavors, box-head swagger, and pure espresso GREMLIN ENERGY straight into our market.
Their drinks?
Art.
Their vibe?
Chaos but make it couture.
Their energy?
Enough to send Santa into cardiac arrest. 🎅⚡️
If you catch me shaking like a chihuahua in a snowstorm — mind your business. That’s just the LOVE GALORE and a FERXXO151 tag-teaming my bloodstream.
Carson City… it’s time.
December 20th • 11–3
Come ready. Come hungry. Come unhinged.
Because Compound Coffee is about to wake up the whole damn town. 🎄🔥☕️"
-Description from Instagram
-December 20 (10:30am-12pm, 12:30-2pm)
Santa's Pizza Workshop
*Location:
Nobel Pie Parlor
777 S Center St #100, Reno, NV 89501
"Eat, Drink, and Be Merry as Mr. & Mrs. Claus teach your little elves how to make their own pizzas with their favorite toppings during this interactive class at Noble Pie Parlor Midtown.
PLEASE CHOOSE BETWEEN (2) EVENT TIMES: 10:30a - 12p / 12:30p - 2p
Tickets include (1) Personal Pizza + Beverage for (1) Child + (1) Adult (adults 21+ may receive an adult beverage — Apple Of My Pie Sangria, Draft Beer, or House Wine).
Additional tickets may be purchased at a discount for a 2nd Parent or Adult Chaperone. Complimentary photo wall for pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus!
We will have complimentary french fries to hold over kiddos’ appetites and crayons/coloring pages!
Noble Pie Parlor ownership and staff will be on site for these private events as we ring in the holiday season with our pizza workshops.
We will have community seating so put your mingling boots on!
We will also have some holiday specials for our Mommies, Daddies, and Chaperones who are looking to take the edge off the holiday stress
$2 Off All Drafts
$10 About Town Debb Red Blend
$12 “The Apple Of My Pie” - Salted Caramel, Apple Pie Sangria
Full Menu available for lunches for our Parent Chaperones to enjoy during the event or for food to take home to the rest of the family!"
PLEASE CHOOSE BETWEEN (2) EVENT TIMES: 10:30a - 12p / 12:30p - 2p
Tickets include (1) Personal Pizza + Beverage for (1) Child + (1) Adult (adults 21+ may receive an adult beverage — Apple Of My Pie Sangria, Draft Beer, or House Wine).
Additional tickets may be purchased at a discount for a 2nd Parent or Adult Chaperone. Complimentary photo wall for pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus!
We will have complimentary french fries to hold over kiddos’ appetites and crayons/coloring pages!
Noble Pie Parlor ownership and staff will be on site for these private events as we ring in the holiday season with our pizza workshops.
We will have community seating so put your mingling boots on!
We will also have some holiday specials for our Mommies, Daddies, and Chaperones who are looking to take the edge off the holiday stress
$2 Off All Drafts
$10 About Town Debb Red Blend
$12 “The Apple Of My Pie” - Salted Caramel, Apple Pie Sangria
Full Menu available for lunches for our Parent Chaperones to enjoy during the event or for food to take home to the rest of the family!"
-Description from Instagram
-December 20 | 7pm
*Location:
Tacos Tijuana Cantina
7499 Longley Ln, Reno, NV 89511
"🎄✨ It’s that magical time of year! Join us for our 3rd Annual Santa’s Holiday Magic Event 🎅❤️
Free pictures, free toys, and unforgettable memories for the kids.
Let’s celebrate together, Reno! 🌟
🎄✨ ¡Nuestra 3ra Annual Santa’s Holiday Magic Event ya viene!
Fotos y regalitos GRATIS para los niños 🎁🎅
Un noche llena de alegría, comunidad y magia navideña.
Dec 20 • 7PM • 7499 Longley Ln, Reno"
Free pictures, free toys, and unforgettable memories for the kids.
Let’s celebrate together, Reno! 🌟
🎄✨ ¡Nuestra 3ra Annual Santa’s Holiday Magic Event ya viene!
Fotos y regalitos GRATIS para los niños 🎁🎅
Un noche llena de alegría, comunidad y magia navideña.
Dec 20 • 7PM • 7499 Longley Ln, Reno"
-Description from Instagram
-December 21 | 2-7pm
*Location:
300 University Wy, Reno, NV 89501
"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."
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."
-Description from Facebook
-December 22 | 9:30-11:30am
Kid's Yoga Class (5-12 yrs)
*Location:
Sweet Apple Yoga
1271 W 7th St, Reno, NV 89503
EVENTS TBA
Returning 2026
Ambush Haunted House
*Location:
7450 Ambush Circle
Sparks, NV 89436
-October TBA
Deadwood Manor Haunt (FREE)
*Location:
18280 Grizzle Bear Court
Reno NV 89508
-November TBA
17th Annual Meet the Turkeys
*Location:
Wilbur D May Museum
1595 N Sierra St.
Reno, NV 89503
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
1117 California Ave, Reno, NV 89509
Fall/Halloween Items available Oct. 1st
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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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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
*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:
*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.
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
*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
*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
*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
*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
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| 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
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| 2025 Honey Bar Menu. Located in Reno Public Market. |
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| 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.
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| Pangolin goodness. |
Year-Round Riverside Farmer's Market
EVERY SUNDAY
9am-1pm
9am-1pm
2055 Idlewild Dr.
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.
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| 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.
*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
8100 Pyramid Way
Sparks, NV 89436
Sparks, NV 89436
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.
September 27 - October 31
4701 Mill Street,
Reno, NV 89502
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
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
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
10/17 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 .
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
Wheatland (2 hours from Reno on the 80W freeway towards Sacramento)
Fall 2025 Hours
Open daily from September 6-November 9, 2025Sept 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
-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
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| I always ask for extra sauce. So good! |
Apple Hill Growers Association
Placerville, California
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.
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| 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.
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| Scenic Train Ride @ El Dorado Orchards, Apple Hill |
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| Abel's Apple Acres has the best caramel apples on the hill. |
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Fun Ghost Town & Shooting Gallery
in Virginia City
($5/person, 3 & under free)
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)
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
1201 Stardust Streer, Reno, NV 89503
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.
Oct 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 & 26 at 11:20, 1:20, 3pm. Oct 24 at 5pm
Oct. 3 & 4
Oct. 25, 1–5 p.m.
Oct. 25, 6–7:30 p.m.:
Halloween Week Events
Oct. 31 & Nov. 1 at 5:30, 6:45, 8 & 9pm
Oct. 24 at 7 p.m.
Oct 25 - 31, 6-10 p.m.
Fourth Ward School Museum’s Victorian All Hallow’s Eve Ball
Oct. 25
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.
Nov. 1 - 3
Ongoing Tours and Attractions
*Ghost Tours at Piper’s Opera House
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.)
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| 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.
(Tours of Mansion - End of May - End of October)
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| Rentable Pavilion @ Bower's Mansion |
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.
This gem is located in Verdi past Boomtown Casino. It has so much beauty, a fishing pond, and a short nature trail.
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| The kids living it up with Gramps. |
Enjoy a handful of deciduous trees spread throughout the park's beautiful grounds.
Other Halloween Things
Costumes
Local Thrift/Vintage Shops
Decorated Homes in Reno
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
(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.
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| Pumpkin and Vanilla Froyo @ Yogurt Beach before being made into a milkshake. |
ONGOING EVENTS
-Select Saturdays @ 7pm
Stargazing
*Location:
Jack C. Davis Observatory
2699 Vanpatten Ave.
Carson City, NV 89703
*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
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
Friday Nights @ 7:30pm
📍 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
🗓️ 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
Third Thursdays
*Location:
7300 Rancharrah Parkway,
Reno, NV 89509, Reno, United States
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.
*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
Improv Wednesdays
*Location:
Brewery Arts Center
449 W King St, Carson City, NV 89703
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.
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
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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, Black Friday Deals, Discounts, & Promos
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Monster Jam & Disney on Ice
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Our Black Friday Sale STARTS NOW! Take 40% off holiday gift & decor, all bird food, and indoor plants, plus BOGO free poinsettias on now through 11/30 at all 3 of our stores or online at store.moananursery.com 🛍️
Black Friday Weekend!
‘Tis the season! 🎅🏼
We have continuous markdowns on all your favorite gear AND a gift card bonus sale!
‘Tis the season! 🎅🏼
We have continuous markdowns on all your favorite gear AND a gift card bonus sale!
Prices will go up after they sell a certain amount of discounted passes. Note: Season passes always sell out before the start of the season.
Categorized under "Guides"--->"Yearly Seasonal Guides"
***Information subject to change. All opinions are my own.
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