Harvest Train, Carson Chandler Performance, Pumpkin Patch and more: Events happening in Carson City and nearby areas this weekend
Submitted by Jaedyn Young on Fri, 10/14/2022 - 12:00pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Oct 16 2022 .
October 14, 2022 (All day)
October 15, 2022 (All day)
October 16, 2022 (All day)
Happy Friday Carson City! Let's take a look at what is happening throughout the region during our mid-month October weekend.
All Weekend Long
- Carson City
Law enforcement and Leonardo: Earlier start time for lectures at WNC Observatory
Where else in the world can you learn about the great Leonardo da Vinci and the universe above you in one night? At Western Nevada College’s Jack C. Davis Observatory on Saturday, Oct. 15, of course!
Harvest Train returns Oct. 15-16 to Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City
Celebrate the fall harvest with a 30-minute steam train ride featuring historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad equipment at the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City.
Friday
- Reno
'Launch Rural Nevada' entrepreneurial pitch competition opens
StartUpNV, a nonprofit statewide incubator and accelerator for Nevada-based startup companies, is again hosting Launch Rural Nevada Pitch Day, an annual event for anyone in rural Nevada with a business idea or existing business to pitch their concept, gain expert advice, and possibly win a cash prize to help make their business real.
- Carson City
C.C. Top Music, Arts, & Beyond holds Soft Opening Friday, Oct. 14 in Carson City
C.C. Top Music, Arts, & Beyond LLC is excited to welcome you to its store’s soft opening on Friday, Oct. 14 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
CCTop is a unique store in north Carson City offering our customers a comfortable, pet-friendly shopping experience.
Bella Vita Bistro will be providing the magical sounds of Bill Wharton to their guests this Friday, October 14th. Bill is a local favorite that has been entertaining folks throughout the Northern Nevada territory for years. So whether you want to kickstart your weekend or enjoy an evening of relaxation from a hectic week, come on out to Bella Vita for some yummy food and great music. See you there!
Ogres-Holm Pottery hosts Sgraffito Method Workshop Friday, Oct. 14
Ogres-Holm Pottery Studio is hosting a Sgraffito Method Workshop Friday, Oct. 14, at the studio in the Carson City Mall. This workshop will take place from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. and costs $85 per person. No prior pottery experience is necessary.
Capital Kids host Parents Night Out this Friday at the Carson City Community Center
Capital Kids will be holding a Parents Night Out at the Carson City Community Center for children in kindergarten to 5th grade from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 14.
Spots are filling up, so please make sure to sign up soon. If you have any questions, please contact Andrew Menendez at 775-283-7428 or amenendez@carson.org.
Saturday
- Virginia City
Carson Chandler to perform at Sutro Restoration Fundraiser Saturday Oct. 15th
Country and Western star, Carson Chandler has graciously offered to hold a fundraiser event for the Sutro Tunnel Restoration.
By purchasing the very affordable tickets of only $20, you are not only supporting our efforts but also this incredible talent. See you all, Saturday October 15th at the Red Dog Saloon.
St. Mary's Art Center in Virginia City hosts fall art reception
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.
- Carson City
The Carson City Host Lions Club will celebrate the 90th anniversary of its founding on Saturday, Oct. 15 at the Gold Dust West Hotel and Casino with a Gala and banquet. Special guest speaker, Past International Director George L. “Mick” Barrus, will address the group.
28th annual Pumpkin Patch at Carson City's Seeliger Elementary happening Oct.15
Celebrating nearly three decades of turning the round, orange members of the squash family into memorable Halloween carving traditions, Seeliger Elementary School in Carson City will host its 28th annual Pumpkin Patch Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022.
CottonSeed Company's Fall Vintage and Made Market
The excitement is building: we are merely days away from our Fall Vintage and Made Market, as well as our Fall Family and Friends Photo Shoot.
Y'all we have an amazing line-up of vendors, food trucks, and live music - so clear your schedules, gather your friends and family and head on down to CottonSeed Company on Saturday, October 15th for a full day of some Fall fun from 9am to 4pm.
Carson City's Prison Hill OHV Area grand re-opening happening Saturday
The Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space Department is hosting a grand re-opening celebration at the Prison Hill OHV Area on Saturday, Oct. 15, 9 a.m. to noon.
Free pesticide drop at Greenhouse Garden Center Saturday; plus blade sharpening available
Greenhouse Garden Center in Carson City will have both the Nevada Department of Agriculture and Old School Sharpening here this Saturday, October 15th from 10am to 3pm.
Carson Valley Trails Fest coming to James Lee Park
The Carson Valley Trails Association invites the public to attend our first ever Carson Valley Trails Fest — part trail dedication, part block party!
Off Our Rockers to jam Saturday at A to Zen with the Baby Boomer Band for Carson City animal shelter
This year the Brewery Arts Center's Off Our Rockers with the Baby Boomer Band has been performing early rock n' roll songs all around the Carson City area.
Advocates to End Domestic Violence will hold its annual Light after Dark Walk/Run this Saturday, Oct. 15, 6 p.m. at Riverview Park in Carson City.
This annual fall event takes advantage of our beautiful Northern Nevada scenic outdoors, incorporating the cause of aiding victims of domestic violence with fitness and advocacy.
Iconic rock artist John Doe performing Saturday at Nashville Social Club, Carson City
The incomparable John Doe is set to thrill his ardent fans when he hits Northern Nevada with his Folk Trio this Saturday, Oct. 15 at Nashville Social Club, Carson City.
The Brewery Arts Center is excited for the return of Musicale@TheMaizie event this year on Oct. 15, 2022 at 7 p.m.
Carson City Sheriff's Office K-9 Unit Challenge happening Saturday at Fuji Park
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit is hosting its first Regional K9 Unit Challenge & Demo on October 15th at Fuji Park in Carson City from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
It brings together K9 teams from numerous agencies across Northern Nevada, and we want all of you to join us!
- Dayton
BarktoberFest Event Saturday, Oct.15 at Dayton Valley Dog Park
Wylie Animal Rescue Foundation (WARF) and the Dayton Valley Dog Park will be holding a fundraiser, “BarktoberFest”, on Saturday, October 15 from 8:00-3:00. Our purpose is to raise money for the WARF animal rescue sanctuary and the Dayton Valley Dog Park.
- Silver Springs
'Back to the Future' theme highlights Silver Springs Founders Day parade and events Saturday
It's 'Back To The Future' in Silver Springs, Nev., this Saturday in celebration of Founders Day as Doc Brown’s Time Machine leads the parade, returning back to 2022 with ‘Dale’ an original 1956 Silver Springs resident serving as Founders Day Grand Marshal.
Sunday
- Reno
If you’re a bride to be, the place to be is Reno’s largest, most diverse and elegant wedding event for couples planning their special day. Enter to win door prizes, win wedding gowns or join in the Cake Dives to win a pair of diamond earrings or a gold band for the groom. Sample food from some of the best caterers, bakeries and restaurants in the area.
- Carson City
Carson Ridge Disc Golf Park open house happening Sunday
If you haven't already visited Carson Ridge Disc Golf Park & Interpretive Trails on Rifle Range Road, this coming Sunday is the best time to check it out. All are welcome! The Park's 18 hole Stadium course is the No. 1 ranked course in Nevada and the region on the Udisc App.
Ongoing
- Minden
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.
- Carson City
Tours available in September, October at historic Nevada State Prison in Carson City
The Board of Directors of the Nevada State Prison Preservation Society has announced dates in September and October for the remainder of the 2022 tour season of the historic Nevada State Prison.
'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.
Carson City Intuitive Center offers classes, healings, and readings
The Carson Intuitive Center is a branch of the Reno Psychic Institute. We are a safe place to explore your psychic abilities without having to go to Reno. Carson Intuitive Center offers classes, healings, and readings right here in Carson City.
Pet food drive at Carson City dealership runs through all of October
Throughout October, Carson City's Michael Hohl Motor Company is collecting pet food donations in hopes of filling a pickup truck with food to support Feeding Pets of the Homeless.
The Carson City Historical Society will be hosting ongoing events every Sunday at the historic Foreman-Roberts House and Carriage House located at 1207 North Carson in Carson City.
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!
