Concerts, holiday faires, dinosaurs and more: Weekend events happening in Carson City and beyond
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 11/16/2023 - 12:15pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Nov 19 2023 .
November 17, 2023 (All day)
November 18, 2023 (All day)
November 19, 2023 (All day)
Hello Carson City! Let's take a look to see what the weekend has in store for us.
- All weekend long
Carson High School's Holiday Craft Fair 2023 happening this Friday and Saturday
A holiday tradition that spans generations, Carson High School will host its 28th annual Holiday Craft Fair this Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17-18 on the CHS campus, 1111 N Saliman Rd, Carson City.
Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company's production of 'Mary Poppins'
Don’t miss Disney’s high-flying, supercalifragilistic adventure with everyone's favorite nanny. This is the last weekend of performances. Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company’s production of “Mary Poppins”captivates and entertains.
Douglas County
Friends of the Douglas County Library Book Sale at the Minden Library Nov. 17-18
The Friends of the Douglas County Library will host a two-day used book sale, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17-18, at the Minden Library, 1625 Library Lane.
- Friday
Carson City
Carson City museums celebrate 1-year anniversary of Nevadadromeus, Nevada’s first dinosaur
One year ago, Nevada’s own dinosaur, Nevadadromeus, received its official name and description, entering the specimen into the annals of paleontology. In recognition of this incredible discovery, the Nevada State Museum and the Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada in Carson City will be hosting special events this week commemorating the first anniversary of Nevadadromeus, the first official dinosaur discovered in the Silver State.
Carson City's Max Casino to host 26th annual Turkey Drop this Thursday and Friday
It's turkey drop time! Max Casino is hosting its 26th annual Turkey Drop with the Salvation Army. The event happens this Thursday and Friday, Nov. 16-17, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day at the Max Casino in Carson City.
WNC offers free preventative maintenance auto class; plus registration begins for spring 2024
On Friday, Nov. 17, Western Nevada College’s Workforce, Career and Technical Education department is presenting a free Roadside and Preventative Auto Maintenance Workshop at the E.L. Cord Automotive Technology Center at 2201 W. College Parkway in Carson City.
Lyon County
Live music by Deception at the Odeon Saloon downtown Dayton this Friday night
- Saturday
Carson City
Sierra Arts Foundation to host Holiday Music and Art Festival at Carson City's Silver Saddle Ranch
Sierra Arts Foundation, a nonprofit that advocates for arts and the artists that create it within a 200 mile radius of the Reno, Sparks region, is hosting the first Holiday Music and Art Festival in partnership with the Carson City Parks and Recreation department at Silver Saddle Ranch on Nov. 18. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is free to the public. It will feature artists, vendors, musicians and other nonprofit groups in advance of the holiday season.
Embrace your creative side Saturday with book art class at WNC's Carson City campus
Please take time out of your day and join us Saturday, Nov. 18, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a special book art class, making some special holiday decor for your home and/or office or gift them to someone special in your life!
'All About Gourd Art' demonstration Nov. 18 at Nevada Artists Association Art gallery in Carson City
Saturday, Nov. 18, Kristy Dial will present “All About Gourd Art” at 10:30am at the Nevada Artist Association Gallery, 449 W. King Street, Carson City.
Western Nevada LGBTQ+ Social – Carson City - Saturday, November 18th 2-5pm
Hosts Sherrie Scaffidi, Aaron Sims and Mark Gillard invite you to join some of our regional LGBTQ+ folks and friends for a fabulous afternoon of food, fun and community. Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint, 1500 Old Hot Springs Road, Carson City.
Nevada Rural Counties Retired Senior Volunteer Program to celebrate 50th anniversary
Nevada Rural Counties Retired Senior Volunteer Program is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Please join us for a cocktail party while we pay tribute to founder Janice Ayres and honor CareLaw Attorney, Lora Myles.
Free presentation Saturday at WNC Observatory highlights history of telescope lenses
Jack C. Davis Observatory's lecture series focusing on topics in astronomy and science continues on Saturday night, Nov. 18, 6:30 p.m. at the Carson City campus. Observatory volunteer Robert Anderson will present a discussion on "The Rise of the Reflector." His presentation will cover a history of lens-type telescopes and how and why they became larger and larger.
Virginia City
Comedian and actor Erica Rhodes coming to Piper’s Opera House in Virginia City
Comedian and actor Erica Rhodes will perform live standup Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023 at Piper’s Opera House in Virginia City.
Douglas County
Women's Expo happening Saturday at Douglas County Community Center
Show Girls Events, a new business partnership between promoters Elaine Barkdull-Spencer and Laura DeVoe, is thrilled to unveil their latest venture: the 2023 Sierra Women's Expo. Set to take place on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., the expo will be held at the Douglas County Community Center in Gardnerville.
Douglas Sheriff's Office 'fast track recruitment day' offers law enforcement career opportunities
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office in Minden will host a fast-track recruitment day, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. at the agency’s main office located at 1038 Buckeye Road in Minden. This first-ever in-person recruitment day condenses all required testing into a single day where interested applicants can get a jump-start on their law enforcement career.
Carson Valley Community Theatre hosts auditions for 'Wacky & Wonderful Christmassy Stuff'
Did you know that Santa and Mrs. Claus had to apply for their jobs? Have you heard about the 12 Pains of Christmas? Plus there’s a whole new take on ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas that you didn’t expect.
- Sunday
Carson City
Capitol City Gun Club Turkey Shoot happening Sunday
On Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023, Capitol City Gun Club in Carson City will host its annual Thanksgiving Turkey Shoot at its Trap fields beginning at 9 a.m. Entry is $5 per ticket, with a limit of two turkeys per shooter. The Club is located at 3590 Arrowhead Drive.
Silver City
Folking Great! Acclaimed guitar duo Rick Shea and Tony Gilkyson to perform in Silver City
The Silver City Preservation Society, with Evangeline Presents and Yellow Truck Productions is pleased to present An extraordinary duo of songwriters and musicians in a benefit concert in Silver City, Nev., on Sunday, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m., doors at 6 p.m.
- Ongoing Holiday Drives
Dayton Urgent Care Thanksgiving food drive happening now
The Dayton Urgent Care is holding its annual Thanksgiving food drive for families in the community.
Max Casino to host annual Food Drive through December 22
Max Casino has officially kicked off its annual holiday food drive benefiting local charities throughout Carson City. Those who want to get involved can donate non-perishable and non-expired food items at Max Casino located conveniently in Downtown Carson City through December 22.
Winter coat and sweatshirt drive underway for Carson City students in need through Nov. 17
As the winter season approaches, Carson City School District’s McKinney-Vento Students in Transition program is in need of new youth coats (boys & girls – all sizes) and new teen/junior sweatshirts and jackets (all sizes) for the winter season. The community-driven initiative aims at ensuring all students have access to warm clothing during the cold months.
- Ongoing
Brush up your resume: Career development events happening Fridays in November
Meet with an employment specialist to get help with your resume, job matching, and enhance your career Fridays through November with EmployNV Career Hub.
Learn Dayton’s best kept historical secrets at the Dayton Museum
Do you want to know the historic town of Dayton’s best kept secrets? Dayton Museum opened for the season on March 4 at the town’s 1865 schoolhouse at 135 Shady Lane. The museum promotes the discovery of the culture, the tools used by the pioneers, their lifestyles and names of many who settled in Dayton 174 years ago. Ask about the Genealogy research and names saved on our computers. The museum contains displays of Nevada’s earliest history.
Sunday Bingo at the Carson City Senior Center returns
Sunday Bingo at the Carson City Senior Center. The renovations to the Carson City Senior Center are finally wrapping up. Sunday BINGO will be returning, on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month.
CCAI presents Graphics Extraordinaire 2023 through November
Creativity and talent abound in the Capital City Arts Initiative’s "Graphics Extraordinaire 2023" exhibition that presents graphic design work by eight Western Nevada College students.
Connections storytelling group host weekly meetings at Comma Coffee, Brewery Arts Center
Connections gatherings are currently hosted every Saturday at Comma Coffee, 312 S Carson St, Carson City, from 10:30 am until noon, and the third Thursday of every month from 5 to 6:15 p.m. at the Brewery Arts Center, 449 W King St, Carson City.
Winter coat and sweatshirt drive underway for Carson City students in need through Nov. 17
As the winter season approaches, Carson City School District’s McKinney-Vento Students in Transition program is in need of new youth coats (boys & girls – all sizes) and new teen/junior sweatshirts and jackets (all sizes) for the winter season. The community-driven initiative aims at ensuring all students have access to warm clothing during the cold months.
Free Line Dancing at the Odeon Saloon - Old Town Dayton Every Thursday through Dec. 28
Free Line Dancing at the Odeon Saloon - Old Town Dayton Every Thursday
James Gayles’ watercolor portraits aren’t just real, they seem to tell a story. The Capital City Arts Initiative’s exhibition, "Windows to the Soul", presents James Gayles’ watercolor paintings at the Courthouse Gallery from Oct. 4, 2023 through Jan. 25, 2024.
As a salute to the creativity of the Great Basin Native Artists, the Capital City Arts Initiative is excited to present "It Started with Willows", an assemblage of working baskets and contemporary art.
Art with Aloha at the Carson City Community Center through Feb. 22
Jackie Pias Carlin’s art brings fresh air with tropical flora beauty to our wintery season. Carlin’s show, "Art with Aloha", will be in the Community Center’s Crowell Board Room, through Feb. 22, 2024. CCAI will host a reception for the artist on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 5 to 6:30 p.m. with an artist introduction at 5:30 p.m. The Community Center is located at 851 E William Street, Carson City. The Crowell Board Room is open for all the city’s public meetings and upon request.
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