Top 5 Don't-Miss Events
TL;DR — The signature Reno events
Great Reno Balloon Race
🎈 Must-SeeSep 10-13
Hot August Nights
🚗 IconicJul 31 - Aug 9
Burning Man
🔥 GatewayAug 30 - Sep 7
Reno Rodeo
🤠 LegendaryJun 18-27
Reno River Festival
🚣 Summer KickoffMay 29-31
💡 Pro Tip: The Great Reno Balloon Race is completely FREE and a must-see. Arrive by 5:30 AM for the magical Dawn Patrol. Hot August Nights is the largest classic car event in the world — book hotels early!
2026 USBC Open Championships
World's largest bowling tournament at the National Bowling Stadium — FREE admission for spectators
Featured Events
Signature Reno experiences you don't want to miss
2026 USBC Open Championships
📍 National Bowling Stadium
The 2026 USBC Open Championships come to Reno's famed National Bowling Stadium. The largest annual bowling tournament in the world — thousands of bowlers compete over 4 months. A massive economic driver for downtown Reno.
Bike Night Reno
📍 BELIEVE Sign (Downtown)
Weekly community bike ride — meet at the BELIEVE sign at 7:45pm, roll out at 8:15. About 8 miles on residential streets, ending at a park with festivities. Bikes only (no mopeds/motorcycles). Everyone welcome, just show up!
NCVA Far Western Volleyball - Weekend 1 (12s-14s)
📍 Reno-Sparks Convention Center
NCVA Far Western National Qualifier - one of the largest volleyball tournaments in the country. Weekend 1 features 12s, 13s, and 14s divisions.
Reno Aces Home Games
AAA Baseball at Greater Nevada Field
| Date | Opponent | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Fri Mar 27 | vs. Tacoma Rainiers | 2:05 PM |
| Sat Mar 28 | vs. Tacoma Rainiers | 4:05 PM |
| Sun Mar 29 | vs. Tacoma Rainiers | 1:05 PM |
| Tue Apr 7 | vs. Salt Lake Bees | 6:05 PM |
| Wed Apr 8 | vs. Salt Lake Bees | 6:05 PM |
| Thu Apr 9 | vs. Salt Lake Bees | 6:05 PM |
| Fri Apr 10 | vs. Salt Lake Bees | 6:35 PM |
| Sat Apr 11 | vs. Salt Lake Bees | 6:05 PM |
| Sun Apr 12 | vs. Salt Lake Bees | 1:05 PM |
📍 Greater Nevada Field • 250 Evans Ave, Downtown Reno
Nevada Wolf Pack Events
UNR Athletics, Arts & Campus Events
🏀 Wolf Pack Athletics
| Game | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 🎷Reno Jazz Festival | Fri, Apr 24 | All Day |
⭐ Special Events & Lectures
Innovation Day
Showcase student innovation and research
🎓 Spring 2026 Commencement
📍 The Quad • May 14-16, 2026
🐺 Go Pack! For full schedules and event details, visit events.unr.edu or nevadawolfpack.com
Convention Center Events
Reno-Tahoe Convention Center
Expos, Trade Shows & Conventions
📍 4590 S Virginia St, Reno
| Event | Dates | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 🎪Reno Expo | Mar 26-29 | Expo |
| 🏐NCVA Far Western Volleyball - Weekend 1 (12s-14s) | Apr 3-5 | Sports |
| 🎡Reno Fest | Apr 10-13 | Festival |
| 🏐NCVA Far Western Volleyball - Weekend 2 (15s-16s) | Apr 10-12 | Sports |
| 🏐NCVA Far Western Volleyball - Weekend 3 (17s-18s) | Apr 17-19 | Sports |
| 🎡Nevada State Fair | Jun 11-13 | Festival |
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March 2026(4 events)
2026 USBC Open Championships →
📍 National Bowling Stadium
The 2026 USBC Open Championships come to Reno's famed National Bowling Stadium. The largest annual bowling tournament in the world — thousands of bowlers compete over 4 months. A massive economic driver for downtown Reno.
Murder Mystery at the Heebie Jeebie JuiceBox Company
📍 Good Luck Macbeth Theatre
A campy, stylish murder mystery sequel by Angelo Lily Perez. Detective dela Cruz investigates at the Heebie Jeebie JuiceBox Co. ~120 min with intermission. Good Luck Macbeth (now merged with Reno Little Theater).
Bike Night Reno
📍 BELIEVE Sign (Downtown)
Weekly community bike ride — meet at the BELIEVE sign at 7:45pm, roll out at 8:15. About 8 miles on residential streets, ending at a park with festivities. Bikes only (no mopeds/motorcycles). Everyone welcome, just show up!
Cirque Alice
📍 Eldorado Casino
Cirque du Soleil-style acrobatic show running through summer at Eldorado.
April 2026(79 events)
NCVA Far Western Volleyball - Weekend 1 (12s-14s) →
📍 Reno-Sparks Convention Center
NCVA Far Western National Qualifier - one of the largest volleyball tournaments in the country. Weekend 1 features 12s, 13s, and 14s divisions.
Rise Against with Destroy Boys
📍 Grand Sierra Resort
Punk rock legends Rise Against with Destroy Boys at GSR.
Josh Nasar Presented by Reno Tahoe Comedy
📍 Nugget Casino Resort
Josh Nasar Presented by Reno Tahoe Comedy at Nugget Casino Resort.
DEVO: Mutate Don't Stagnate
📍 Grand Sierra Resort
New wave icons. 'Whip It' live!
School Of Rock
📍 Reno Public Market
School of Rock students perform at Reno Public Market.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
📍 Cargo Concert Hall
Interactive screening of the cult classic at Cargo.
Andelin Family Farm - Baby Animal Days
📍 Andelin Family Farm, Spanish Springs
Meet baby goats, lambs, and piglets at this beloved family farm. A spring tradition in Spanish Springs.
Reno Earth Day Celebration
📍 Idlewild Park
Reno's annual Earth Day celebration at Idlewild Park. Environmental booths, live music, kids activities, food vendors, and community organizations.
Riverside Farmers Market
📍 Idlewild Park
Reno's seasonal farmers market at Idlewild Park. Local produce, artisan goods, baked goods, and food vendors. Spring through fall.
Shirley's Farmers Market — Rancharrah
📍 Village at Rancharrah
Shirley's Farmers Market at the Village at Rancharrah. Local produce, flowers, baked goods, and artisan vendors. Spring through fall.
Shirley's Farmers Market — Tamarack Junction
📍 Tamarack Junction
Shirley's Farmers Market at Tamarack Junction in South Reno. Local produce, flowers, baked goods, and artisan vendors. Spring through fall.
Midtown Farmers Market
📍 Midtown Reno
The Midtown Farmers Market in the heart of Reno's creative district. Local produce, food vendors, artisan goods, and live music. Walk from coffee to fresh produce.
Local Harvest Farmers Market
📍 Outlets at Legends (Sparks)
Local Harvest Farmers Market at the Outlets at Legends in Sparks. Local produce, handmade goods, food trucks, and family-friendly vendors.
Sparks Farmers Market
📍 Victorian Square (Sparks)
The Sparks Farmers Market at Victorian Square. Fresh produce, baked goods, artisan crafts, and live entertainment. A Sparks tradition.
Carson City Farmers Market
📍 Mills Park (Carson City)
Carson City Farmers Market at Mills Park. Local produce, food, artisan vendors. 30 min south of Reno — worth the drive for the selection.
Gardnerville Farmers Market
📍 Heritage Park (Gardnerville)
Gardnerville Farmers Market at Heritage Park. Fresh produce, local meats, baked goods, and handmade crafts from Carson Valley vendors.
SatchVai Band: Animals as Leaders
📍 Grand Sierra Resort (Grand Theatre)
SatchVai Band: Animals as Leaders at Grand Sierra Resort (Grand Theatre).
Nevada Fine Arts Student Exhibition
📍 Nevada Museum of Art
Annual exhibition showcasing artwork from Nevada's finest art students. At the Nevada Museum of Art.
Reno Aces vs. Salt Lake Bees
📍 Greater Nevada Field
AAA baseball homestand. 6-game series.
RnB Bingo with Mo Ayala
📍 Reno Public Market
R&B-themed bingo night at Reno Public Market.
Comedy Night at Midnight Coffee Roasting
📍 Midnight Coffee Roasting
Monthly Friday comedy show at Midnight Coffee Roasting. 8:00 PM. Craft coffee and food available. Local comics perform in an intimate setting.
NCVA Far Western Volleyball - Weekend 2 (15s-16s) →
📍 Reno-Sparks Convention Center
NCVA Far Western National Qualifier - Weekend 2 features 15s and 16s divisions. 500+ teams compete.
Reno Fest
📍 Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center
Carnival rides, games, and food trucks at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center.
Renegade Gay Shit
📍 The Potentialist Workshop
A one-night immersive queer pop-up club for community, art, and liberation. 8:30 PM – 12:00 AM. Dance party, live art, DJ, community vibes.
Reno Riverwalk Wine Walk
📍 Reno Riverwalk District
Stroll the Riverwalk District sampling wines from local and regional wineries. Live music, food, and a beautiful riverside setting.
Made in Nevada Festival
📍 Downtown Reno
Two-day festival celebrating Nevada-made products — food, drink, art, and crafts from local makers across the state.
Country Brunch | Boot-Scootin' Good Times
📍 Reno Public Market
Country-themed brunch with live entertainment.
Pete Davidson (Comedy)
📍 Grand Sierra Resort
SNL alum and stand-up comedian Pete Davidson live at the Grand Sierra Theatre.
Crocodile Nixon Improv & Comedy
📍 Reno Little Theater
Improv comedy at Reno Little Theater.
Reno Aces vs Las Vegas Aviators
📍 Greater Nevada Field
Reno Aces home series against the Las Vegas Aviators.
NCVA Far Western Volleyball - Weekend 3 (17s-18s) →
📍 Reno-Sparks Convention Center
NCVA Far Western National Qualifier - Weekend 3 features 17s and 18s divisions. Fills hotels across Reno.
Reno Phil: Carmina Burana
📍 Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts
The Reno Philharmonic performs Carl Orff's epic Carmina Burana with full orchestra and chorus.
Wet Leg
📍 Grand Sierra Resort (Grand Theatre)
Wet Leg at Grand Sierra Resort (Grand Theatre).
Community Day at Reno Tennis Center
📍 Reno Tennis Center
Free clinics and court time for the community. All skill levels welcome.
Reno Off-Road & Motorsports Expo
📍 Reno-Sparks Convention Center
Annual off-road and motorsports expo featuring vehicle displays, gear vendors, demos, and adventure culture. RSCC.
Dancing With The Stars - Live
📍 Grand Sierra Resort
DWTS live tour at Grand Sierra Resort.
Dancing with the Stars
📍 Grand Sierra Resort (Grand Theatre)
Dancing with the Stars at Grand Sierra Resort (Grand Theatre).
Mike Sherm
📍 Grand Sierra Resort (Grand Theatre)
Mike Sherm at Grand Sierra Resort (Grand Theatre).
Reno Jazz Festival
📍 University of Nevada, Reno
Three-day jazz festival with headline concerts and student clinics.
The Wallflowers
📍 Grand Sierra Resort (Grand Theatre)
The Wallflowers at Grand Sierra Resort (Grand Theatre).
Virginia City Grand Prix
📍 Virginia City
Legendary off-road motorcycle race through the historic streets and trails of Virginia City. One of the oldest hillclimb races in America.
Warren Zeiders
📍 Grand Sierra Resort
Rising country star Warren Zeiders at the Grand Sierra Theatre.
As If! Bringing the Definitive '90s Rock Show
📍 Reno Public Market
90s rock tribute show at Reno Public Market.
Brooks & Dunn
📍 Nugget Event Center
Country legends Brooks & Dunn at Nugget Event Center.
Jay Leno (Comedy)
📍 Silver Legacy Casino
Comedy legend and car enthusiast Jay Leno at Silver Legacy.
C-KAN, MC DAVO & DHARIUS
📍 Cargo Concert Hall
C-KAN, MC DAVO & DHARIUS at Cargo Concert Hall.
Nate Smith
📍 Grand Sierra Resort (Grand Theatre)
Nate Smith at Grand Sierra Resort (Grand Theatre).
Reno Margarita Crawl
📍 Downtown Reno
Pub crawl through downtown Reno bars with margarita specials. Wristband event with multiple participating venues.
Black Veil Brides
📍 Grand Sierra Resort (Grand Theatre)
Black Veil Brides at Grand Sierra Resort (Grand Theatre).
Architects
📍 Grand Sierra Resort (Grand Theatre)
Architects at Grand Sierra Resort (Grand Theatre).
Community Conversation: How to fight TRUTH DECAY
📍 Reno Public Market
Community discussion event at Reno Public Market.
May 2026(17 events)
Incline Village Farmers Market
📍 Incline Village Library (Lake Tahoe)
Incline Village Farmers Market at the library near Lake Tahoe. Local produce, baked goods, crafts. Combine with a beach day at Sand Harbor.
Hoofbeat Heroes Paint & Sip Fundraiser
📍 The Potentialist Workshop
A Paint & Sip fundraiser for Hoofbeat Heroes Equine Rescue. 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM at The Potentialist Workshop.
Reno Cinco de Mayo Festival
📍 Downtown Reno
Reno's annual Cinco de Mayo celebration — live music, authentic food, dancing, family activities, and community spirit.
Comedy Night at Midnight Coffee Roasting
📍 Midnight Coffee Roasting
Monthly Friday comedy show at Midnight Coffee Roasting. 8:00 PM. Craft coffee and food available. Local comics perform in an intimate setting.
Hot August Nights Spring Fever
📍 Reno
Spring preview of Hot August Nights — classic cars, cruising, and rock 'n' roll.
Moms on the Run 5K
📍 Downtown Reno
Mother's Day weekend 5K run/walk. Family-friendly event celebrating moms. Proceeds support local charities.
Tahoe City Spring Festival
📍 Tahoe City
Annual spring festival in Tahoe City — live music, food vendors, craft booths, and outdoor activities. 45 min from Reno.
UB40 Featuring Ali Campbell
📍 Reno Events Center
Reggae legends. 'Red Red Wine' live! 7:00 PM.
Hot August Nights Spring Fever Revival
📍 Downtown Reno
The spring preview of Hot August Nights — classic car shows, live music, and nostalgia in downtown Reno. A taste of the main summer event.
Reno Craft Beer Crawl
📍 Downtown Reno
Walk between Reno's best breweries and bars sampling local craft beer. Wristband event with exclusive pours and specials.
Claypool Gold: Primus, Les Claypool's Frog Brigade & The Claypool Lennon Delirium
📍 Reno Events Center
Triple bill featuring Primus and Les Claypool's side projects. 7:00 PM.
Ron White
📍 Grand Sierra Resort
Blue Collar Comedy Tour legend. 'Tater Salad' himself!
Memorial Day Weekend at Lake Tahoe
📍 Lake Tahoe
Memorial Day Weekend kicks off summer at Lake Tahoe. Beach openings, boat launches, outdoor events, and the unofficial start of lake season. 45 min from Reno.
Reno Riverwalk Wine Walk (May)
📍 Reno Riverwalk District
Second spring wine walk along the Riverwalk District. Sample wines from local and regional wineries with live music and food.
Alabama Shakes
📍 Grand Sierra Resort
4x Grammy-winning rock band. Brittany Howard's incredible vocals live!
Reno River Festival →
📍 Idlewild Park
3 days, 30 acts, 2 stages at Idlewild Park. Friday & Saturday headliners TBA. Larger food fest, 100+ vendors, Reno Tahoe Adventure Park Carnival, whitewater rafting, 18-hole bucket golf course, coed softball tournament, expanded Hops & Happiness beer tour, sing-along bar, Dog Jog 5K/K-9K, bark park, art classes, yoga, and kickboxing. Summer begins here.
June 2026(5 events)
Juvenile and the 400 Degreez Band
📍 Grand Sierra Resort
Hip-hop legend. 'Back That Azz Up' live!
Nevada State Fair →
📍 Nevada State Fairgrounds
The official Nevada State Fair returns to Reno after 16 years! Livestock shows, 4-H expo, Governor's Sale of Champions, farmers market, carnival, and more. Tickets on sale April 15.
Reno Rodeo →
📍 Reno Livestock Events Center
The Wildest, Richest Rodeo in the West! 10 days of rodeo action.
BBQ, Brews & Blues Festival
📍 Downtown Reno
Downtown summer kick-off: BBQ vendors, craft beer, live blues/rock.
Hell's Kitchen (Broadway)
📍 Pioneer Center
Alicia Keys Broadway musical.
July 2026(6 events)
Artown
📍 Citywide (Downtown & Midtown)
Month-long arts & culture festival with HUNDREDS of events. Many FREE!
Silver Age Comic Con 2026
📍 Reno-Sparks Convention Center
Comic book and pop culture convention.
The Sound of Music (Broadway)
📍 Pioneer Center
The classic Rodgers & Hammerstein musical.
Wynonna Judd & Melissa Etheridge — Raised on Radio Tour
📍 Silver Legacy Resort Casino
Wynonna Judd and Melissa Etheridge perform at the Reno Ballroom at Silver Legacy. Tickets on sale 3/13 at 10 AM via Ticketmaster.
Night in the Country
📍 Yerington, NV
Nevada's premier country music festival — 26+ acts across 5 stages over 3 nights, plus daytime experiences and afterparties. 72+ hours of music with friends. Camping available. 25 years and counting. 90 min from Reno.
Hot August Nights (40th Anniversary) →
📍 Reno & Sparks (Multiple Venues)
Reno's iconic classic car and nostalgia festival turns 40! The largest classic car event in the world.
August 2026(2 events)
Shinedown with Coheed and Cambria
📍 Nugget Event Center
Rock powerhouses Shinedown and Coheed and Cambria at Nugget Event Center.
Burning Man →
📍 Black Rock City (via Reno)
80,000+ people pass through Reno en route to Black Rock City. Reno is the gateway to the burn.
September 2026(2 events)
Great Reno Balloon Race
📍 Rancho San Rafael Regional Park
World's largest FREE hot-air ballooning event! Dawn Patrol starts at 5:30 AM.
Los Tigres del Norte
📍 Grand Sierra Resort
Norteño legends Los Tigres del Norte at Grand Sierra Resort.
Recurring Events
Local traditions that happen weekly or monthly
First Thursday at Nevada Museum of Art
📍 160 W Liberty St, Reno
Long-standing locals tradition: live music + drinks + galleries.
View Schedule →Riverside Farmers Market
📍 Idlewild Park
Year-round market with local growers, bakers, and artisan vendors.
Market Info →Laugh Factory at Silver Legacy
📍 Silver Legacy (The ROW), Downtown
Reno's major comedy club with rotating national headliners.
Show Schedule →Community Theaters
NewFour local theater companies with shows almost every weekend — recommended by r/Reno locals.
Reno Improv
📍 The Foundry, Downtown
Reno's dedicated improv theater — open 50 weekends a year. Improv Against Humanity is a local favorite.
Show Schedule →Bruka Theatre
📍 99 N Virginia St, Downtown
Now showing: The Tempest (running 3 weekends through Mar 29). Intimate black box theater in the heart of downtown.
Current Shows →Restless Artist Theater (RAT)
📍 Sparks
Eclectic independent theater company in Sparks. Known for bold, unconventional productions.
Upcoming Shows →Reno Little Theater
Reno's oldest continuously operating community theater — since 1935.
renolittletheater.org →Good Luck Macbeth
Experimental theater company — Shakespeare, new works, and immersive experiences.
goodluckmacbeth.org →Event Calendars to Bookmark
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Every Friday (Spring–Fall): Food Truck Friday at Idlewild Park — Reno's biggest weekly food event. Pro tip: Feed the Camel on Wednesdays has shorter lines.