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Events Calendar

Women's Self Defense

August 2, 2024 (All day)

If you're ready to build confidence, establish a surivival mindset, and become empowered, then Girls on Guard is for you!

Wild West Meets Extreme Sports: Capital City Rodeo comes to Carson City this weekend

Repeats every day until Sat Aug 03 2024 .
August 2, 2024 (All day)

The Capital City Rodeo is set to kickoff with a bang on Friday and Saturday, August 2-3, promising a weekend packed with thrilling activities and entertainment.

Held at the Fuji Fairgrounds in Carson City, this year’s event will feature an exciting lineup that highlights the rodeo scene, action-packed freestyle motocross, local vendors, incredible tattoo artistry and more.

Bill Wharton to Entertain at The White House NV

August 2, 2024 (All day)

Local musician, Bill Wharton, will be bringing his variety of musical artistry to the outdoor stage of The White House, NV. If your taste in music is Country, Blues, Jazz, Pop, or Classic Rock, Bill's got you covered.

Hot August Nights revs up in Virginia City and Reno with cars, venues and top entertainment

August 2, 2024 (All day)

The nation’s largest free nostalgic classic car show, Hot August Nights, returns to Virginia City this weekend and then Reno for 10 days this summer. Capping registrations at 6,000 vehicles 1979 and older, this year’s event offers new venues, expanded reserved ticket options and added entertainment.

Historic tours at Virginia City's Territorial Enterprise building during Hot August Nights

August 2, 2024 - 9:00am

Join organizers Friday and Saturday at the Territorial Enterprise Mark Twain Museum in Virginia City for an event filled with fun and excitement as Hot August Nights celebration and festivities kick off.

Carson City Friday Family Fun Days returns to Mills Park through August 9

Repeats every week until Fri Aug 09 2024 .
June 21, 2024 - 5:00pm

Carson City Friday Family Fun Days is kicking off the 2024 summer season at Mills Park Friday, June 21.

Each Friday, event goers can find either live music or a community movie in the park along with a selection of food trucks. Kids actives include giant Jenga, giant 4-across, giant velcro kick darts, cornhole, bean bag skee ball, chicken fingers, and a selfie spot.

ICYMI: Live music, movies and food trucks return Fridays this summer at Carson City's Mills Park

Repeats every week until Fri Aug 09 2024 .
June 21, 2024 - 6:00pm

Ready for some weekend warmup fun? Ditch the usual Friday night routine and head down to Mills Park in Carson City as Family Fun Fridays return, promising an exciting way to kick off your weekend. This free, weekly event at Mills Park is the perfect recipe for creating lasting memories, filled with vibrant entertainment, delicious eats, and movies under the stars.

Adult Paint & Sip - Portal Seascape

August 2, 2024 - 6:30pm

Enjoy a fun and easy acrylic painting class as you follow along with instructor Debbie Corona in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Includes two complimentary beverages and all materials.

$45.00 - Includes $2 processing fee. Name will be added to class list, no printed ticket needed.

Get tickets: https://breweryarts.org/event/20240802-ps-seascape/

Please arrive through 2nd St entrance.

Brewery Arts Center | South Building | Painting Studio
449 W King St
Carson City, NV

Nashville Social Club brings blues, rockabilly and more to Carson City in August

August 2, 2024 - 7:30pm

Nashville Social Club is thrilled to announce its exciting lineup of August shows coming to Carson City. From the legendary acoustic Blues master Tinsley Ellis to Big Sandy’s infectious rockabilly, to big band blues with Delta Wires each show promises a unique blend of musical genres and styles that highlight the rich tapestry of American music.

Wild West Meets Extreme Sports: Capital City Rodeo comes to Carson City this weekend

August 2, 2024 (All day)

The Capital City Rodeo is set to kickoff with a bang on Friday and Saturday, August 2-3, promising a weekend packed with thrilling activities and entertainment.

Held at the Fuji Fairgrounds in Carson City, this year’s event will feature an exciting lineup that highlights the rodeo scene, action-packed freestyle motocross, local vendors, incredible tattoo artistry and more.

Carson City Supervisor Maurice 'Mo' White to meet public, hear opinions Saturday, August 3

Repeats every month on the first Saturday until Sat Dec 07 2024 .
August 3, 2024 - 8:00am

Every first Saturday of the month please come and share your thoughts with me, Supervisor Maurice "Mo" White. I am looking forward to meeting you and hearing your opinions about Carson City. I will be inside the Carson Mall at Bella Vita Bistro on Saturday, August 3, 2024 and on the first Saturday of every month 8am to 10 am. See you there.

'Big Deal' exhibition that highlights gaming featured at WNC Carson City campus art gallery

Repeats every 5 days until Thu Sep 12 2024 .
May 25, 2024 - 8:00am

Artist Joan Arrizabalaga celebrates Nevada’s gaming industry with her large embroidery and mixed-media slot machines in the "Big Deal" exhibition.

Capital City Arts Initiative’s Fresh Outlook 2024 featured at Carson City's 'The Brick' building

Repeats every 4 days until Thu Aug 15 2024 .
July 2, 2024 - 8:00am

Creativity and talent abound from Western Nevada College’s art students in the Capital City Arts Initiative’s "Fresh Outlook 2024" exhibition.

Carson Farmers Market Kickoff begins Saturday, continues weekly through September

Repeats every week every Saturday until Sat Sep 28 2024 .
June 8, 2024 - 8:30am

Experience Carson City's only farmers market, open every Saturday — rain or shine — from June 8 to Sept. 28, 2024, at the Marv Teixeira Pavilion, Mills Park, Carson City.

Stackable Rings with Mandalynn Jewelry Designs - suite 136 | Reno Public Market

August 3, 2024 - 9:30am

Once you start making rings, you just can’t stop! In this introductory class you will practice basic soldering techniques with a torch and learn how to make fitted rings, put texture on your ring bands and set small stones into a pre-made bezel setting on one of your handmade rings. You will make 3 rings / 2 with stones and 1 plain hammered band.

*Materials Fee $25-$40 kit fee (due at the beginning of the class depending on what gemstones you choose for your project)
link to purchase class-https://mandalynnjewelrydesigns.com/collections/jewelry-workshops/products/stackable-gem-rings

Cafe Connections meets twice every Saturday in Carson City

Repeats every week until Sat Sep 28 2024 .
August 3, 2024 - 10:00am
Meet up with others from the community to hear and share stories and experiences

Connections social gatherings bring locals together weekly for story sharing, conversation and inspiration.

Join us every Saturday for Café Connections from 10 to 11:30 am or from noon to 1:30 p.m. at La Capital Cafe, 1795 E College Pkwy, Carson City.

Carson City Women's Drum Circle happening Saturday

August 3, 2024 - 10:00am

Women's drumming outdoors continues this Saturday, August 3 at 10 am, in a shady spot by a Carson City playground.

The most famous stagecoach ride ever delivers August to Dangberg Historic Park

August 3, 2024 - 10:00am

Dr. Michael Fischer will present “Fact or Fiction? America’s Most Famous Stagecoach Ride Ever and the Deep Involvement of 1850s Douglas County” this Saturday, August 3, from 10 to 11 a.m., at Dangberg Historic Park.

CAAST Sierra Tahoe to celebrate year of dance, growth in Carson City with anniversary party

August 3, 2024 - 11:00am

Near the heart of Carson City, CAAST Sierra Tahoe has been dedicated to the creativity and growth for young performers over the past year. Guided by Director Miss Sydney Rose, the studio has quickly become a cherished community hub for aspiring dancers of all ages.

Grand Opening Party for Polecat Tavern has been re-scheduled to Aug 3

August 3, 2024 - 6:00pm

Hey everybody! Did you see that we have re-scheduled our Grand Opening Party for Polecat Tavern? It's now on Saturday, August 3rd beginning at 6pm. We will have MiXed Company performing in the parking lot so you can dance your heart out. The awesome Candy Burger is our food truck too! Then we will move inside at 9pm for Canyon White Music. Lots of fun!

Live music and more: Polecat Tavern in Carson City to celebrate rescheduled grand opening Saturday

August 3, 2024 - 6:00pm

Carson City’s newest live music venue is excited to announce the rescheduling of their grand opening party, which was postponed from earlier in July due to road construction. The grand opening celebration of Polecat Tavern will be held this Saturday, August 3, 2024.

Big Brother & The Holding Co. - Levitt Amp Free Summer Concert August 3

August 3, 2024 - 7:00pm

Big Brother & The Holding Company are considered, along with the Grateful Dead and Jefferson Airplane, the pioneers of the San Francisco Sound. They are recognized in the history of rock and roll as the band that launched the career of the great Janis Joplin. They are the band that recorded “Cheap Thrills”, which many consider to be the definitive record of Janis’s greatest singing. Rolling Stone Magazine listed “Cheap Thrills” as one of the greatest albums of all time, and Big Brother’s version of “Piece of My Heart” has been included in the Grammy Hall of Fame and the Library of Congress.

San Francisco music pioneers Big Brother and Holding Company headline Carson City outdoor concert series

August 3, 2024 - 7:00pm

The Levitt AMP outdoor concert Saturday at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City welcomes Big Brother & The Holding Company who are considered — along with the Grateful Dead and Jefferson Airplane — the pioneers of the 1960s San Francisco Sound.

Matt Axton, son of the great Hoyt Axton to play the Red Dog Saloon in Virginia City

August 3, 2024 - 7:00pm
Matt Axton, son of legendary country music star Hoyt Axton, will appear at the Red Dog Saloon in Virginia City, with his band Badmoon, on Saturday, August3 at 7 pm. As part of the Red Dog's summer outdoor concert series, Axton will play a rocking fun show in Ruby's Amphitheater at the historic venue. Darren Senn opens the show.

'Sleeping Beauty, A Fairy Tale' this Saturday at Carson City Community Center

August 3, 2024 - 7:30pm

Sierra Nevada Ballet will present a new version of ballet’s famous full length romantic story in dance, "Sleeping Beauty, A Fairy’s Tale" in Carson City on Saturday.

Jake's Garage 5.0 | Live at Reno Public Market

August 3, 2024 - 8:00pm

Come rock the night away with Jake's Garage 5.0 as they play all the favorites from the 70s, 80s and today!

This a free event! No tickets are required.
https://www.renopublicmarket.com/events/jakes-garage-5-0-live-at-reno-pu...

299 East Plumb Lane 89502

Hoop Earrings with Mandalynn Jewelry Designs-Suite 136 | Reno Public Market

August 4, 2024 (All day)

Unleash your creativity and craft your very own everlasting silver hoop earrings during this interactive class. Dive into the art of shaping, hammering, and soldering sterling silver wire, allowing you to fashion a pair of hoops that truly reflect your individual style.

Additionally, you can solder on bezels for those interested in incorporating stones into their designs. By the end of the workshop, not only will you walk away with a pair of stunning hoops, but you will also gain a profound comprehension of the proper tools to make hoops and the intricate practice of soldering.

Feeding Pets of the Homeless hosts 15th annual Give a Dog a Bone Week

August 4, 2024 (All day)

Feeding Pets of the Homeless, a national nonprofit organization based in Carson City, announces the 15th Annual Give a Dog a Bone Week, August 4-10, 2024. This year, we are introducing a new and dynamic fundraising component to our traditional pet food donation drive, allowing supporters to create their own fundraisers and rally their communities to support this vital cause.

Undisturbed a Mindfulness Spa Celebrating Two Years of Success : A Journey of Growth and Gratitude

August 4, 2024 - 9:00am

To mark this special occasion, we are hosting a 2 year anniversary event on Sunday August 4th, 2024 from 9am to 5pm we will be offering $10 Mini facials, $10 Mini manicures, and chair massage. Our location is 4250 Cochise St. Suite 70 Carson City, NV 89703. We will be enjoying sweet treats catered by the Sugared Squirrel as well as a raffle with prizes from 5pm to 7pm.

History program at Minden Mill Distilling highlights 'Scandalous Tales of Misdeeds, Misconduct and Transgressions'

August 4, 2024 - 1:00pm

Minden Mill Distilling hosts a free one hour history program, "Scandalous Tales of Misdeeds, Misconduct and Transgressions" this Sunday, August 4 at 1 p.m.

Call to Carson City area artists/vendors due Oct. 25: Brewery Arts Center Holiday Bazaar Nov. 9-10

Repeats every week until Fri Oct 25 2024 .
July 28, 2024 - 2:00pm

Brewery Arts Center, in partnership with Visit Carson City, is excited to be hosting the 2nd Annual Brewery Arts Center’s Holiday Bazaar! We will be hosting an art fair in the Brewery Arts Center Ballroom and Exhibition Hall on Saturday and Sunday, November 9th and 10th, 12 to 4 pm both days.

Girls on the Run Camp returns to Carson City

August 5, 2024 (All day)

Camp GOTR (Girls on the Run) is coming to Carson City for the second year in a row! Camp GOTR will be a week-long, half-day summer camp from 8 AM- 12 PM at the Carson City Community Center the week of August 5th- August 9th.

Girls on the Run Sierras is a character-building program for girls in 3rd through 8th grade operating in the Reno-Tahoe area.

Girls on the Run Sierras registration open for August camp in Carson City

August 5, 2024 (All day)

Carson City Camp GOTR: Carson City Camp Girls on The Run Sierras is a week-long, half-day camp at the Carson City Community Center from August 5 to August 9.

Dayton and Carson City Urgent Care host backpack and school supply drive

Repeats every week until Sat Aug 31 2024 .
July 15, 2024 (All day)

Dayton Urgent Care and the Carson Urgent Care are doing their annual backpack and school supply drive now through the end of August.

Registration Open: Girls on the Run Sierras Summer Camp in Carson City

August 5, 2024 (All day)

Carson City Camp GOTR is a week-long, half-day camp at the Carson City Community Center.

Each participant will have a fun interactive week of camp with character-building activities designed to instill confidence, resilience, and teamwork.

Sierra Watercolor Society Invitational featured at Carson City Community Center

Repeats every week until Thu Oct 10 2024 .
July 15, 2024 - 8:00am

For Capital City Arts Initiative’s exhibition, "Sierra Watercolor Society Invitational," 18 SWS member artists shared their art presenting a wide array of images, visions, and painting techniques.

Kids & Horses Summer Camp still accepting registrations until July 22

August 5, 2024 - 8:15am

Kids & Horses is offering their popular summer camp program starting on August 5, and ending on August 9. Camp runs daily from 8:15 a.m. to noon. This camp is geared toward children with and without disabilities between the ages of 6 to 16. We will have tons of fun with creative crafts, games, and horse-related activities.

Judicial candidate Mark Krueger to speak at Democratic luncheon

August 5, 2024 - 1:00pm

The speaker at the August 5th Democratic luncheon will be Mark Krueger, candidate for District Judge in Department Two of the First Judicial District of Nevada.

The district covers Carson City and Storey County. The winner of this race will serve out the last two years of the six-year term of now-retired District Judge James E. Wilson. Incumbent Judge Kristin Luis was appointed by the governor to fill the position in the interim.

Free, family-friendly evening community yoga returns to Carson City in August

Repeats every week until Mon Aug 26 2024 .
August 5, 2024 - 5:30pm

This August, Partnership Carson City, in collaboration with Grassroots Yoga Center and co-sponsored by Carson City Parks and Rec, brings back its popular outdoor yoga sessions starting Aug. 5 and continuing to Aug. 26, 2024.

The free Wellness Yoga classes are held every Monday at 5:30 p.m. at Carriage Square Park, located at 1099 Cabrolet Dr., Carson City, Nevada.

Carson City area 4-H Day Camp happening next week

August 6, 2024 (All day)

Join 4-H Carson City, Storey County Extension next week for three days of fun at Summer Camp. From Tuesday to Thursday, make friends, play games, participate in lessons and learn new things.

Cafe Connections happening Tuesdays at Comma Coffee in Carson City

Repeats every week until Tue Sep 24 2024 .
July 16, 2024 - 9:00am
Meet up with others from the community to hear and share stories and experiences

CONNECTIONS social gatherings bring locals together every week for story sharing, conversation and inspiration.
Join us every Tuesday for Café CONNECTIONS at Comma Coffee, 312 S Carson Street, Carson City.

Discount on clothing at Carson City FISH Thrift Store during August

Repeats every 7 days until Sat Aug 31 2024 .
July 30, 2024 - 12:00pm
Located on the corner of Carson and Long St
Carson City’s beloved thrift store FISH, which includes a treasure trove of unique and stylish clothing, is excited to announce a spectacular 25 percent discount on all clothing items for August.

Clear Creek Bowmen hosting Tuesday Night Shoots now through August at Carson City Archery Range

Repeats every week until Tue Aug 13 2024 .
April 16, 2024 - 5:00pm

Clear Creek Bowmen will be hosting Tuesday Night Shoots from now until August at the Carson City Archery Range, located (just East of Eagle Valley Golf Course.

Carson City Sheriff's 2024 Night Out at Mills Park around the corner

August 6, 2024 - 5:00pm

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office will host its annual Sheriff’s Night Out at Mills Park from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 6. There will be aircrafts, helicopters, law enforcement vehicles, mounted horses, fire engines, giveaways, music, games and more.

Men's healing circle The Rising Suns meets every other Tuesday at Carson City's Miller Wellness Center

Repeats every 2 weeks until Mon May 19 2025 .
April 30, 2024 - 6:30pm

The Rising Suns is a Carson City area men’s circle. We gather weekly to share our life stories, challenges, dramas, and traumas in a supportive and judgment-free space. This is authentic men’s work in which we learn to accept ourselves fully.

Carson City's Miller Counseling and Wellness Center offering free Grief Support Groups Wednesdays

Repeats every week until Wed Jan 01 2025 .
January 31, 2024 (All day)

Miller Counseling is partnering with Douglas Center for Hope and Healing to offer grief support groups to Carson City and the surrounding rural communities Wednesdays from 7 to 8 p.m.

The Miller Counseling and Wellness Center is located at 104 W. Telegraph St. in Carson City.

The Center for Hope and Healing has been providing grief support to Douglas County for the last 10 years. The goal of building this partnership is to make the free support groups available and easier to access to more members of the Northern Nevada community.

Carson City Senior Center hosts 'Writing our Stories, Writing our Lives' workshop

Repeats every week until Wed Aug 28 2024 .
August 7, 2024 (All day)

The Carson City Senior Center is hosting a 4-week free Creative Writing Workshop. With writing prompts and creative inspiration, you’ll learn to turn meaningful thoughts into written stories. Each workshop will build on the last with opportunities to share your stories.

Tom Gilbertson 'Recent Works' exhibition featured at Carson City courthouse

Repeats every week until Thu Sep 26 2024 .
June 5, 2024 - 8:00am

In his paintings, Tom Gilbertson creates a visual imbalance between the central floral image and the industrial overlays. The Capital City Arts Initiative’s exhibition, "Recent Works", presents work by Gilbertson at the Courthouse Gallery. The exhibition began June 5 and runs through Sept. 26, 2024.

Capital City Arts Initiative’s Fresh Outlook 2024 featured at Carson City's 'The Brick' building

July 2, 2024 - 8:00am

Creativity and talent abound from Western Nevada College’s art students in the Capital City Arts Initiative’s "Fresh Outlook 2024" exhibition.

Maggie M’s Beginning Art Classes for Teens Wednesdays starting Aug. 7

Repeats every week until Mon Dec 30 2024 .
August 7, 2024 - 3:00pm

Maggie M’s Beginning Art Classes will provide instruction in drawing, sketching, and painting with watercolors and acrylics 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm every Wednesday.

Blacktop Buffet happening every Wednesday through Aug. 28 at the BAC

August 7, 2024 - 5:00pm

August 7 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Family friendly summer fun isn’t just for Saturday nights at Brewery Arts Center. Enjoy 10 weeks of street food and musical acts presented by Yates Law P.C. from 5-8pm every Wednesday night from June 26 – August 28, 2024. Each week a variety of food trucks will circle the BAC Performance Hall parking lot and smaller acts will get a chance to play the big stage. There will also be family games and kids activities onsite to ensure fun for all ages.

Musical Guests – Bridget Over Troubled Water

Brewery Arts Center Outdoor Stage
449 W KING ST

PPI Presents Improv at The BAC - Every Wednesday

Repeats every week until Wed Aug 28 2024 .
July 10, 2024 - 6:30pm
6:30 - 8:30 PM; Learn the basics of improv and play games. Free to the public.

Carson City Emergency Response team accepting applications for basic training academy

August 8, 2024 (All day)

The Carson City Community Emergency Response Team, also known as CERT, will be offering a free Basic Training Academy in mid-September 2024, and is accepting applications from persons interested in volunteering.

'Big Deal' exhibition that highlights gaming featured at WNC Carson City campus art gallery

May 25, 2024 - 8:00am

Artist Joan Arrizabalaga celebrates Nevada’s gaming industry with her large embroidery and mixed-media slot machines in the "Big Deal" exhibition.

Want to quit smoking? Carson Tahoe Health offers summertime tobacco cessation classes

Repeats every week until Thu Aug 22 2024 .
July 11, 2024 - 4:00pm
Do you want to quit smoking? Carson Tahoe Health welcomes all who want to quit to be a part of a supportive, group effort for smoking cessation.

Monday Night Bingo in Dayton

Repeats every month until Mon Nov 25 2024 .
July 8, 2024 - 6:00pm

Looking for a fun evening out? Come join us for Bingo! Bingo is played on Mondays from 6-9 PM at the Dayton Valley Community Center at 170 Pike Street in Old Town Dayton. Doors open at 5 PM. Free coffee is available and you are welcome to bring your own snacks.

Carson City Friday Family Fun Days returns to Mills Park through August 9

June 21, 2024 - 5:00pm

Carson City Friday Family Fun Days is kicking off the 2024 summer season at Mills Park Friday, June 21.

Each Friday, event goers can find either live music or a community movie in the park along with a selection of food trucks. Kids actives include giant Jenga, giant 4-across, giant velcro kick darts, cornhole, bean bag skee ball, chicken fingers, and a selfie spot.

ICYMI: Live music, movies and food trucks return Fridays this summer at Carson City's Mills Park

June 21, 2024 - 6:00pm

Ready for some weekend warmup fun? Ditch the usual Friday night routine and head down to Mills Park in Carson City as Family Fun Fridays return, promising an exciting way to kick off your weekend. This free, weekly event at Mills Park is the perfect recipe for creating lasting memories, filled with vibrant entertainment, delicious eats, and movies under the stars.

Adult Paint & Sip - Stormy Full Moon

August 9, 2024 - 6:30pm

Enjoy a fun and easy acrylic painting class as you follow along with instructor Debbie Corona in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Includes two complimentary beverages and all materials.

$45.00 - Includes $2 processing fee. Name will be added to class list, no printed ticket needed.

Get tickets: https://breweryarts.org/event/20240809-ps-moon/

Please arrive through 2nd St entrance.

Brewery Arts Center | South Building | Painting Studio
449 W King St
Carson City, NV

The Lion King: Aerial Arts & Circus Family Show happening Aug. 10 at Carson City Community Center

August 10, 2024 (All day)

CBP Aerial Arts welcomes you and your family to The Lion King, a family show featuring 16 performers aged between 8 and 65.

Through circus acts, including aerial and martial arts routines, you will follow the different characters from this classic story, such as Simba, Nala, Timon, Pumbaa, and more.

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