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Events Calendar

Artsy Fartsy gallery in Carson City hosts customer appreciation sale

August 17, 2024 - 10:00am

The event many of you have been waiting for, Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery in Carson City to hold a customer appreciation sale August 17 where most every time will be 25 percent off.

Donna Inversin presents 'The Historic Virginia & Truckee Trail' at Dangberg Historic Park

August 17, 2024 - 10:00am

On Saturday, August 17, from 10:00-11:00 am, Donna Inversin will speak on “The Historic Virginia and Truckee Trail: From Old Railroad to Future Rail Trail.”

Donna Inversin will give a presentation on the nonprofit’s effort to find the remaining sections of old rail bed routes to bring them together in order to build a multi-use path of between sixty and eighty miles, which will echo the Virginia and Truckee Railroad. The trail is being designed for the benefit and enjoyment of the citizens and visitors of Northern Nevada.

Youth Theatre Carson City to hold 'Annie, Jr.' auditions August 17

August 17, 2024 - 10:00am

Youth Theatre Carson City is thrilled to announce auditions for "Annie, Jr.," a 60-minute adaptation of the hit Broadway musical based on the classic comic strip.

LGBTQ+ & Friends Social Raises $1,500 for Sassabration – Nevada Pride

Repeats every day on July, August until Sat Aug 17 2024 .
August 17, 2024 - 2:00pm
LGBTQ+ and Allies, community event, Carson Valley events, Western Nevada, gay

Members of the Social raised $1,500 for Sassabration – Nevada Pride – this month. Drawing on our members’ commitment to fostering a stronger, safer LGBTQ+ & Friends Community in our area, a generous amount was pledged making the Social a Sassabration Sponsor.

LGBTQ+ and Friends Social, Saturday, August 17th, 2-5pm at Red’s Old 395 Grill, Carson City

Repeats every day on July, August every Sunday and every Monday and every Tuesday and every Wednesday and every Thursday and every Friday and every Saturday until Sun Aug 18 2024 .
August 17, 2024 - 2:00pm
LGBTQ+ and Allies, community event, Carson Valley events, Western Nevada, gay

“Life’s a Beach!” LGBTQ+ & Friends Social! Wear your favorite summer hat or Hawaiian shirt. Best Hat and Ugliest Shirt Contest!

Lance & Lea - Levitt Amp Free Summer Concert August 17

August 17, 2024 - 7:00pm

Lea grew up Amish, listening to country music and singing in church. Lance grew up playing in a rock band on the Texas club scene. The two met randomly in Nashville, TN and after their first songwriting session together, formed a duo. Marked by old school country/rock influences with Texas blues guitar, storytelling lyrics, and soothing harmonies, their collaborative genius is on fire with over 500 songs written. Their music has garnered airplay in the UK, Ireland, and in Music City – Nashville Tennessee.

'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.

Watercolor Carson City auction fundraiser Aug. 18

August 18, 2024 - 1:00pm

The finale fundraiser for the Watercolor Carson City plein air festival will be held Aug. 18. Thirty-three participating artists will present up to 99 paintings done en plein air during the event.

LGBTQ+ and Friends Social, Saturday, August 17th, 2-5pm at Red’s Old 395 Grill, Carson City

August 17, 2024 - 2:00pm
LGBTQ+ and Allies, community event, Carson Valley events, Western Nevada, gay

“Life’s a Beach!” LGBTQ+ & Friends Social! Wear your favorite summer hat or Hawaiian shirt. Best Hat and Ugliest Shirt Contest!

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.

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.

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.

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.

Stackable Rings with Mandalynn Jewelry Designs - suite 136 | RPM

August 19, 2024 - 6:00pm

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.

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.

Connections at the Carson City Senior Center every 3rd Tuesday of the month

Repeats every month until Tue Dec 17 2024 .
August 20, 2024 - 1:00pm
Meet others from the community for conversation and real connection.

Experience CONNECTIONS at the Carson City Senior Center's Nevada Room, 911 Beverly Drive, every 3rd Tuesday of the month 1 to 2:30 p.m.

CONNECTIONS brings people together to share stories, engage in conversation, and learn how to strengthen and build meaningful relationships that bring more joy to ourselves and to others.

TRPA seeks public input on 25-year transportation plan for Lake Tahoe

August 20, 2024 - 6:00pm

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency invites the public to participate in an overview of the Connections 2050 Regional Transportation Plan, which will identify a broad range of projects, programs and strategies needed to improve Lake Tahoe’s transportation system over the next 25 years.

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.

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 21, 2024 - 5:00pm

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 Guest – Jason King

Brewery Arts Center Outdoor Stage
449 W KING ST
CARSON CITY, NV

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.

Capital City Art Initiative’s Nevada Neighbors hosts 'Big Deal' exhibit talk with artists

Repeats every 5 days until Fri Oct 25 2024 .
August 7, 2024 - 8:00am
The Capital City Art Initiative’s Nevada Neighbors series of public talks includes interviews with artists in their studios or in a gallery setting. CCAI presents artists Stephen Reid talking with artist Joan Arrizabalaga about her work in the Bristlecone Gallery exhibition, "Big Deal."

Dementia and Alzheimer's caregiver class available in Carson City

Repeats every week until Thu Sep 26 2024 .
August 22, 2024 - 9:00am

A new six-week class beginning this month from the Alzheimer’s Association in Carson City is available and free to caregivers.

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.

'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.

Stories Bound in Twist & Stitch - Maria Mermin - July 1 thru September 30 - BAC Satellite Gallery

August 23, 2024 - 4:00pm

Artist Reception will be held August 23 in Carson City at the Brewery Art Center Satellite Gallery for Maria Mermin. The event is from 4 to 6 p.m.

Adult Paint & Sip - Two Birds

August 23, 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/20240823-ps-birds/

Please arrive through 2nd St entrance.

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

Karaoke Friday Night at Polecat Tavern in Carson City Friday, August 23

August 23, 2024 - 7:00pm

Karaoke Night at Polecat Tavern on Friday, August 23 starting at 7pm. You can sing with your friends. We have up to 4 mics.

Big band blues rockers Delta Wires to perform live at Nashville Social Club in Carson City

August 23, 2024 - 7:30pm
Nashville Social Club welcomes Delta Wires, who will bring their respected rockin' big band blues from the vibrant San Francisco and Bay area music scene to Carson City on Friday, August 23.

Michelle Lambert | Live at Reno Public Market

August 23, 2024 - 8:00pm

Michelle Lambert brings a world of experience when she steps up to the microphone. This Pop/Folk singer/songwriter has toured out of Nashville, Los Angeles, Denver and Miami after graduating from Berklee College of Music on a full scholarship.

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.

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 in Carson City bring locals together weekly for story sharing, conversation and inspiration.

Build2Win workshop on Carson City Budget happening August 24th

August 24, 2024 - 10:00am
Budget comparison between counties

Build2Win is sponsoring a workshop to understand the 2025 Carson City Budget.

Candidate Reception & Fundraiser for Lucia Maloney

August 24, 2024 - 5:30pm

Please join friends of Lucia Maloney for a Candidate Reception & Fundraiser benefiting Lucia Maloney for Carson City Supervisor - Ward 4. This event is hosted by Steve & Cyndy Brenneman at Carson City's Historic Bliss Mansion, 5:30-7:30pm, Saturday August 24th. This event is free & open to the public. Your RSVP is requested by not required. Learn more: 775.386.2836 / www.LuciaMaloney.com

Carson area casting call: Actors, singers sought for 2024 Polar Express train via V&T Railroad

August 24, 2024 - 6:30pm

The V&T Railway Commission in partnership with the historic Virginia-Truckee Railroad and Rail Events, Inc. (Warner Bros. Inc. Consumer Products) are holding a casting call for their annual production of The Polar Express Train Ride, bringing the beloved and inspirational story to life aboard the historic V&T Railroad for the 2024 season.

Igor & The Red Elvises - Levitt Amp Free Summer Concert August 24

August 24, 2024 - 7:00pm

Igor Yuzov was born in Germany, raised in Ukraine and studied in Russia. He grew up in the former Soviet Union, where folk music was the norm and rock’n’roll was illegal. A rebellious streak led him to seek out the forbidden music. As soon as it became possible Igor left Russia for America with his “Folk’n’Roll” band Limpopo, and was personally greeted by Ronald Reagan. As an independent band, Red Elvises have produced 12 studio albums, two live albums, a live concert DVD, and a Greatest Hits compilation.

Reggie Hall live at Polecat Tavern Saturday Aug. 24th at 7pm

August 24, 2024 - 7:00pm

Saturday, August 24th beginning at 7pm - It's Reggie Hall LIVE! An incredibly live one-man show, rocking Northern California and The Great Northwest for more than 25 years.

Kids & Horses Hosts 'Friendship Day' August 25th at P & K Ranch in Gardnerville

August 25, 2024 - 10:00am

Kids & Horses is excited to welcome back a valley event for car enthusiasts and appreciators called Friendship Day. Friendship Day was a valley event that happened for years within the local car community. Unfortunately, when the original host moved, the group was left without a place to hold the gathering.

Vinyl Pick-Nic

August 25, 2024 - 2:00pm

Join Will Houk from 95.1FM KNVC for a lazy Sunday as the BAC Exhibition Hall is turned into a listening lounge. Will is bringing a crate of vinyl records and guests are encouraged to bring records of their own that they would like to share for a spin on the provided turntables. Take in the current art exhibition while getting exposed to new music, making new friends, sipping libations and enjoying eats from a Food Truck.

This is a free all ages event, food and beverages are available for purchase.

Brewery Arts Center | East Building | Exhibition Hall
449 W King St
Carson City, NV

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

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.

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

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.

Sierra Watercolor Society Invitational featured at Carson City Community Center

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.

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

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.

Capital City Art Initiative’s Nevada Neighbors hosts 'Big Deal' exhibit talk with artists

August 7, 2024 - 8:00am
The Capital City Art Initiative’s Nevada Neighbors series of public talks includes interviews with artists in their studios or in a gallery setting. CCAI presents artists Stephen Reid talking with artist Joan Arrizabalaga about her work in the Bristlecone Gallery exhibition, "Big Deal."

Cafe Connections happening Tuesdays at Comma Coffee in Carson City

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

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.

Early Reno divorce industry explored in chautauqua at Carson City's Brewery Arts Center

August 27, 2024 - 6:00pm

A living history presentation “The Reno Cure,” a look at the Biggest Little City's early divorce industry will be held August 27 at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City.

Rays of Light Healing Circle for Women meets weekly in Carson City

Repeats every 2 weeks until Mon Sep 30 2024 .
August 27, 2024 - 6:30pm

Rays of Light is a sacred gathering for women seeking connection, healing and empowerment. We come together in Carson City weekly to share our stories, challenges, triumphs, and dreams in a supportive, judgment-free space.

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

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

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.

'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.

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

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.

Carson City Democrats Announces Office Hours

Repeats every 14 days until Wed Oct 30 2024 .
May 8, 2024 - 9:30am

The Carson City Democratics has announced open office hours from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. seven days a week through Nov. 6. The office is located at 502 E. John St. Suite G.

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

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 28, 2024 - 5:00pm

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 – Mel & Gia

Brewery Arts Center Outdoor Stage
449 W KING ST
CARSON CITY, NV

PPI Presents Improv at The BAC - Every Wednesday

July 10, 2024 - 6:30pm
6:30 - 8:30 PM; Learn the basics of improv and play games. Free to the public.
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