Discover Your Nevada

Reno is Artown

Jul 1 – 31, 2023

Into art? How about music, dance, theater, visual arts, workshops, and other cultural entertainment? Reno sure is. Which is why everyone’s invited to 500 events, featuring artists from around the world—free and all over town, every single day of July.

Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-Off in Sparks, NV

Aug 30 – Sep 4, 2023

With thousands of pounds of ribs prepared by competitive BBQ-ers from all corners of the US, get in on the country’s best national rib cook-off and beer fest at the Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook Off.

Great Reno Balloon Race

Sep 8 – 10, 2023

It’s only fitting that the world’s largest free hot-air balloon festival comes to The Biggest Little City in the World every September.

Great Basin Astronomy Festival

Sep 14, 2023

With the darkest, quietest skies in the Lower 48, Great Basin National Park is the perfect place for an Astronomy Festival, featuring talks by astro-experts, photography workshops, and unbeatable stargazing, including through dozens of real-deal telescopes that truly let you see for yourself.

Taste of Downtown

Jun 16 – 17, 2023

A party with a purpose, dig into Carson City’s culinary scene at Taste of Downtown—a local foodie fest that celebrates food, fun and community.

World Championship Outhouse Races

Oct 7 – 8, 2023

Ready, Set, Push! This event may be the one time and place where potty humor is both accepted and encouraged. Come witness the hilarity of this Weird Nevada event for an oddball race you won’t forget.

World Human Powered Speed Challenge

Sep TBD, 2023

Teams from around the globe race the fastest bicycles in existence attempting to break the human-powered land speed record (currently 89.59 mph). Attendees can see the bikes up close and meet the riders, or even drag race themselves against the world’s fastest!

Fears, Tears and Beers Mountain Bike Enduro Race

Jun 10, 2023

As the country’s oldest enduro race, pedal to a mountaintop, then tackle twisties and sprints on up to six timed sections. Oh, and roll right through two casinos along the way.

American Century Celebrity Golf Championship

Jul 12 – 16, 2023

Some of the most beautiful golf courses in the world beckon golf fans, A-List celebrities, and outdoor recreationalists of all kinds for the annual summertime American Century Golf Championship in spectacular South Lake Tahoe.

Hot August Nights

Aug 1 – 6, 2023

For generations, Hot August Nights has been a mecca for motorheads, who cruise in by the thousands from all over the country for a weeklong celebration of hot rods, vintage vehicles, and all all things classic car.