Family-friendly events this week around Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 07/22/2024 - 10:57am
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Repeats every day until Sun Jul 28 2024 .
July 22, 2024 (All day)
July 23, 2024 (All day)
July 24, 2024 (All day)
July 25, 2024 (All day)
July 26, 2024 (All day)
July 27, 2024 (All day)
July 28, 2024 (All day)
Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around Carson City.
- Multiple Days
Come visit the Carson City Library and hang out in a space designed with teens in mind! Monday - Friday 2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. All teens welcome!
Youth Theatre Carson City is thrilled to announce our upcoming production of Nickelodeon’s The SpongeBob Musical, Youth Edition, playing four performances only July 26-28, 2024 in the Bob Boldrick Theatre at the Carson City Community Center.
Douglas: Carson Valley Community Theatre presents 'Making God Laugh' weekends July 19-28
Carson Valley Community Theatre will feature "Making God Laugh" in July. The production is a heartwarming family comedy, spanning four distinct scenes separated by a decade each, all set against the backdrop of various holidays.
- Monday, July 22
Bilingual Bobcats Storytime at the Library
For kids of all ages; Join us for weekly stories, songs and crafts all designed to help Spanish speakers learn English and English speakers learn Spanish. Participants 9 and younger must be accompanied by a caregiver who is at least 13 years old at all times. No registration is required.
Signing Sea Otters Storytime at the Library
For kids of all ages; Join us for weekly stories, songs and crafts all designed to help children and their caregivers learn American Sign Language. Participants 9 and younger must be accompanied by a caregiver who is at least 13 years old at all times. No registration is required.
- Tuesday, July 23
Open Play at Messy Kids Art School
Includes babe area climbing structures for ages 0-2 and gross motor climbing structures for ages 2-8. Dramatic play town, occasional indoor bouncy house and ball pit, open art studio, caregivers internet lounge and coffee bar. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ages 1 and up $10 with siblings half off after first child.
Baby Bookworms Storytime at the Carson City Library
For children ages 0-24 months; join in for weekly stories, songs and structured free play time from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
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.
- Wednesday, July 24
Blacktop Buffet at the Brewery Arts Center
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 5-8 p.m. 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.
Open Play at Messy Kids Art School
Includes babe area climbing structures for ages 0-2 and gross motor climbing structures for ages 2-8. Dramatic play town, occasional indoor bouncy house and ball pit, open art studio, caregivers internet lounge and coffee bar. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ages 1 and up $10 with siblings half off after first child.
Grown Up and Guppies at the Carson City Aquatic Center
Head over to the Carson City Aquatics Center every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. for Grown ups and Guppies. Making the water fun for your guppy is the most important step in preparing for swim lessons. This class is designed to acquaint adult and child wild play activities and to teach very basic fundamental skills. The course is parent-driven, under the supervision of an instructor. No registration required. Class is limited to 12 adult/child pairs on a first-come first served basis. For ages 6 months to 4 years.
Storytime Wednesdays at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada
Join in for weekly storytime with an accompanying craft each Wednesday. Recommended for children ages 1 - 6. All included with museum admission.
Art Studio Craft Classes at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada
Drop-in art studio every Wednesday and Friday from 2 - 4 p.m. Creative art studio projects are included with museum admission. All ages welcome. Additional crafts are available for cost.
Lego Club at the Carson City Library
For elementary school aged children. Build self-led creations through hands-on learning with Lego education materials. No registration is required. From 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Bedtime Bears Storytime at the Carson City Library
For kids of all ages: Join us every Wednesday night for stories, songs and crafts designed to help kids wind down at the end of the day. From 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Douglas County: Amelia Earhart Makes an Appearance at Dangberg Historic Park July 24 in Gardnerville
The celebration of the 150th Anniversary of Chautauqua at Dangberg Historic Park continues by celebrating Wednesday night Chautauquas with the theme: "Follow Us on an Adventure!" All Wednesday evening Chautauquans have an adventurous tale to share with their audience. On Wednesday, July 24, from 6:30-7:30 pm, Leslie Goddard will portray Amelia Earhart, the first female to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean.
- Thursday, July 25
Douglas: Jakota Wass concert, local mystery author continue in July at Dangberg Historic Park
On Thursday, July 18, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., Jakota Wass, Carson Valley musician, makes his Dangberg Historic Park debut bringing his own brand of country western music. Thursday evening concert ticket prices are $20 for 17 years and older. Youth 16 years and younger are free when accompanied by an adult.
Open Play at Messy Kids Art School
Includes babe area climbing structures for ages 0-2 and gross motor climbing structures for ages 2-8. Dramatic play town, occasional indoor bouncy house and ball pit, open art studio, caregivers internet lounge and coffee bar. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ages 1 and up $10 with siblings half off after first child.
Big Kid Butterflies Storytime at the Carson City Library
For children ages 1 to 5; join for weekly stories, songs and crafts. No registration is required. 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Open STEM Lab Thursdays at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada
The STEM Classroom is open every Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. for funny educational, weekly activities. All included with museum admission. All ages welcome.
Fingerboarding Club at the Carson City Library
Enjoy doing tricks and having fun with miniature skateboards. A table will be set up with a skatepark for an hour of fnigerboarding. Fingerboards will be provided but feel free to bring your own. Open to patrons 14 and up. No registration required. From 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- Friday, July 26
Carson City Friday Family Fun Days at Mills Park
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.
Art Studio Craft Classes at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada
Drop-in art studio every Wednesday and Friday from 2 - 4 p.m. Creative art studio projects are included with museum admission. All ages welcome. Additional crafts are available for cost.
Open Mic Night at the Zen Den Stage
Every Friday at 6 p.m. head down A to Zen for their Open Mic Night which incudes music, comedy, poetry, magic; you name it! All ages and skill levels welcome!
Star Wars Unlimited Draft at 3 Arrow Games
Come join us for a Star Wars Unlimited draft. $20 entry gets you 3 draft packs - all the cards you’ll need. 6pm start time. Prizes for wins.
- Saturday, July 27
Carson City Farmers Market returns June 8 with even more vendors at Mills Park
The market returns from June 8 to September 28 between 8:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. at Mills Park.
The Nevada State Museum is celebrating the 110th anniversary of the launching of the U.S.S. Nevada (BB-36) battleship this month and historic Coin Press No. 1 will be minting the U.S.S. Nevada commemorative medallion in honor of the storied and distinguished U.S. Navy vessel every Saturday in July.
Chess Club for all ages at the Carson City Library
Stop by and play chess, or learn to play chess, at the Carson City Library every Saturday from 12 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. All skill levels are welcome.
False Rhythms: Levitt Amp Free Summer Concert July 27
False Rhythms is a 5 piece rock/reggae band founded by two brothers; Dalton and Garrett Moore from the Washoe Tribe of Gardnerville, NV. False Rhythms takes inspiration from many musical backgrounds such as rock, metal, and funk, constantly blurring lines between genres.
Time to Escape: Escape Room at the Carson City Library
Can you solve all of the clues and escape the room before the time runs out? Be sure to sign up for one of our available slots to test your skills and see if your team can escape. Registration is required. Teams up to 8 people. Any age is allowed, but ages 10+ is recommened. In the Carson City Library Digitorium. Multiple time slots available, call to register at 775-887-2244 or at Carsoncitylibrary.org
Marvel Crisis Protocol Demo and Open Play at 3 Arrow Games
Another great opportunity to come play (or learn to play) Marvel Crisis Protocol with our friends from the Sierra Gaming Guild. Battle it out with all your favorites from the Marvel universe! Assemble!
Steam Train Rides at the Nevada State Railroad Museum
NSRM will have steam train rides behind historic Virginia & Truckee locomotive No. 25. The train operates on a loop around the museum and the ride lasts approximately 35 minutes. Trains will depart from the Wabuska Depot every hour starting at 10:15am last train departing at 3:15pm. Fares are $12 ages 12 and over; $6 ages 4-11 and museum members; and FREE for ages 3 and under. First ride is at 10:15am and the last ride is 3:15pm
On Saturday, July 27, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., historian Bob Stewart will present “The Back Stories of Mark Twain's Friends”.
Washoe Valley: SoL presents Music on the Grass Bluesberry Jam contemporary bluegrass music July 27
Join us for the FIRST concert of the year as we welcome Bluesberry Jam to the grass at SoL. BluesBerry Jam is a Blues and Rock band based in South Lake Tahoe, California, and they are ready to bring MAJOR Energy to the grass for our Summer Kick-off Concert! ALL AGES are allowed on grass, chairs are provided.
- Sunday, July 28
Minden Board Game Group - Carson Branch
Carson City Library in the Digitorium Sundays from noon to 3:30 p.m. All ages welcome, no registration required!
Did we miss any? Send any family-friendly event information to kelsey@carsonnow.org, or comment below!
