Blue Angels Roundup, Oktoberfest, Outhouse Races and more: Events happening in Carson City and nearby areas this weekend
Submitted by Jaedyn Young on Fri, 09/30/2022 - 5:43pm
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Repeats every day until Sun Oct 02 2022 .
September 30, 2022 (All day)
October 1, 2022 (All day)
October 2, 2022 (All day)
Happy Friday Carson City! Let's take a look at what is happening throughout the region during our first weekend of October.
All Weekend Long
- Minden
Blue Angels return to Minden’s Bi-Annual Aviation Roundup Oct. 1 and 2
The Blue Angels will once again dance across the sky at the Minden-Tahoe Airport’s Aviation Roundup which takes place this year on Oct. 1 and 2.
The Minden-Tahoe Airshow is a bi-annual event showcasing airshow performers, aerobatic performers, military jet demonstrations, and more.
- Carson City
Casino Fandango’s Oktoberfest returns this weekend to Carson City
Celebrate fall and the first days of October this Saturday and Sunday in Carson City at Casino Fandango during its annual Oktoberfest.
Bonanza Kennel Club AKC Dog Show returns to Carson City this weekend
Bonanza Kennel Club of Carson City will hold its annual AKC All-Breed Dog Shows, Obedience and Rally Trials at Fuji Park in Carson City Oct. 1-2, 2022. More than 750 dogs will be at the show.
- Virginia City
Will they make it in time? Outhouse racers to roll through Virginia City this weekend
World championship competitions are celebrated around the globe. But in Virginia City, such competitions are taken to levels beyond the wild and unusual, such as the International Camel and Ostrich Races earlier this month.
This weekend is yet another example with the 33rd annual World Championship Outhouse Races.
Friday
- Carson City
Acoustic Trio 'Sure Thing' at Bank Saloon in Carson City this Friday
The acoustic trio “Sure Thing” will appear at the Bank Saloon in Carson City on Friday, Sept. 30. The lineup features local musician Brother Dan Palmer, along with long time musical collaborators Phil Prunier and Jeff Laakso. The trio has been well received at exclusive private parties over the past few years, and this is their first public showing. It starts at 7 p.m.
Saturday
- Carson City
Final Carson Farmers Market of the season is Saturday
The Carson Farmers Market ends this Saturday, October 1. This year was a busy one with new vendors and more customers. While it's sad to see another season wrap up, it has been a very successful year.
‘Mackey Day’ Mining Competition at the Sutro Tunnel to be held Saturday, Oct. 1
The Mackay Muckers, a competitive mining team from UNR, will be holding a mining competition at the Sutro Tunnel Site Saturday, October 1st at 10am.
The CHS Wrestling Boosters present 'Takedown the Block Party' at Carson City's The Tap
Please come and support the Carson High School Wrestling team! Join us Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, from 5 to 10 p.m. or until the beverages run out! The CHS Wrestling Boosters will be holding their fundraiser for the CHS Wrestling team at The Tap at Rice St., 211 Rice Street, Carson City.
- Reno
Hot August Nights Fall Frenzy Show-n-Shine and Coat Drive Oct. 1
Hot August Nights closes out its 35th year with the Fall Frenzy Show-n-Shine taking place Oct. 1 at Baldini’s Casino from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The beloved event gives car enthusiasts and Hot August Nights participants the opportunity to showcase their classic vehicles one last time before the close of 2022 and while donating to a fall coat drive.
- Gardnerville
Coffin races, scarecrow building and more comes to Gardnerville Main Street Fall Fest Oct. 1
Main Street Gardnerville is hosting its annual Fall Fest Saturday, Oct. 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Heritage Park.
There will be coffin races, scarecrow building, live music, dozens of local vendors, and much more.
- Silver Springs
Silver Springs Airport Day happening this Saturday
Flying, food, folks and fun throughout the day on Saturday, Oct. 1 beginning at 7 a.m. Hot air balloon lift starts the day followed by airplanes on display, Shine & Show with other motor vehicles, remote controlled helicopter demos, risk management training for pilots, K-9 demo, food and craft vendors, police and fire displays and more.
- Douglas County
Plant a Pollinator Garden in a Weekend Workshop
Join us for a 4 part workshop on how to Plan and Plant a Pollinator Garden in a weekend. Location: Douglas County Community Center, CVMC Room, Gardnerville. October 1 – General Pollinator Gardens
- Virginia City
Fall art reception at St. Mary's in Virginia City
St. Mary's Art Center hosts the fall art reception, showcasing the new fall exhibitions by Paula Saponaro and Pura Vida Sierras Art. This free event celebrates intriguing, powerful work that is relevant and thought-provoking.
Sunday
- Carson City
MidTown Marketplace in Carson City hosts DIY Class & Mimosa Brunch
Come make your very own spooky Halloween themed wood door sign at our upcoming DIY Class & Mimosa Brunch event. This event will be happening on Sunday Oct. 2nd from 10am-12pm.
Ongoing
Tours available in September, October at historic Nevada State Prison in Carson City
'Waste Aeon' art exhibition at Western Nevada College gallery turns trash into sculptures
In Kyle Karrasch’s "Waste Aeon" exhibition for CCAI, he brought his sculptures made of trash into the gallery.
The free exhibit is open to the public September 19 — December 20, 2022, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., in the Western Nevada College’s Bristlecone Gallery, 2201 West College Parkway, Carson City. Join CCAI for the opening reception, Friday, September 30, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Nevada Artists Association presents 'The Autumn Show' now through Oct. 21
Nevada Artists Association of Carson City, NV presents their newest show "Autumn Show" starting Saturday, September 10th! NAA is the largest respected Fine Art Gallery of Carson City and features several wonderful artists in several art mediums from paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery, glass, paper and more.
Kids and Horses Therapeutic Riding Center, located at 2869 Esaw St. in Minden is hosting a series of workshops by Connected Horse, a research-based program designed to support people diagnosed in the early stages of dementia and their care partners. The fall workshops run for two consecutive Saturdays.
Did we miss anything? Please tell us in the comments below if there's anything we missed happening this weekend in Carson City and beyond!
