RENO TAHOE USA

events and festivals

2013

WINE WALKSEvery third Saturday of the month from 2 to 5 PM, the Riverwalk Merchants Association hosts the popular Wine Walk along the Truckee River and neighboring streets in the downtown Riverwalk District. Not only is it a delight-ful way to discover Reno’s scenic river corridor, but a dif-ferent charity benefits each month. renoriver.org

RENO BEER CRAWLIf you’re in downtown Reno on the fourth Saturday of the month, you will inevitably, and luckily, enter the wacky world of the Reno Beer Crawl where the purchase of a commemorative cup gets you drink specials at a variety of bars. renobeercrawl.com

FOOD TRUCKSWho says you need four walls to enjoy delicious artisan food? Food trucks are taking gourmet to the streets of downtown Reno and creating outdoor food courts throughout the summer. Complete with live entertain-ment, craft beer and kids’ activities. renostreetfood.com and facebook.com/renofoodtruckfridays

PUB CRAWLSA friendly rendezvous at any of Reno Tahoe’s local wa-tering holes is always a good time, but when you throw outlandish costumes into the mix, a good time becomes an unforgettable one. visitrenotahoe.com

JANUARY 5ELVIS & FRIENDS PUB TOURsilverlegacyreno.com

FEBRUARY 9VAMPIRE CRAWLrenovampirecrawl.com

MAY 25COWBOY CRAWLeventiveentertainment.com/events/cowboy-crawl

JULY 13SUPERHERO CRAWLsuperherocrawl.com

SEPTEMBER 14PIRATE CRAWLpiratecrawl.com

OCTOBER 26RENO ZOMBIE CRAWLrenozombiecrawl.com

DECEMBER 14 RENO SANTA PUB CRAWLrenosantacrawl.com

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JULY 13SUPERHERO CRAWLsuperherocrawl.com

SEPTEMBER 14PIRATE CRAWLpiratecrawl.com

OCTOBER 26RENO ZOMBIE CRAWLrenozombiecrawl.com

DECEMBER 14 RENO SANTA PUB CRAWLrenosantacrawl.com

sporting events

The crack of the bat. The smell of the grass. A spike of the ball. Whatever you’re into, there’s sporting competitions in all seasons.

JANUARY 7-11USA BOXING JUNIOR WORLD TEAM OPENusaboxing.org

FEBRUARY 4-15RENO TAHOE SENIOR GAMESreno.gov

MARCH 1-JUNE 29USBC OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPSbowl.com and bowlreno.com

MARCH 13-18USA FENCING MARCH NORTH AMERICAN CUP usfencing.org

MARCH 21-24NEVADA STATE GYMNASTICS MEETdeltchevgymnastics.com

APRIL 12-JULY 7 USBC WOMEN’S CHAMPIONSHIPS bowl.com and bowlreno.com

APRIL 20-22, APRIL 26-28 NO DINX/NCVA FAR WESTERN NAT’L QUALIFIER ncva.com

MAY 11-12NCVA POWER LEAGUE REGION CHAMPIONSHIPS ncva.com

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sporting events

MAY 25-27JAM ON IT BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT jamonit.org

MAY 25-JUNE 2SENIOR SOFTBALL ROCK’N RENO CHALLENGE CUPseniorsoftball.com

JUNE 27-JULY 4USA VOLLEYBALL BOY’S JUNIOR NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS usavolleyball.org

JULY 4-7JULY 4TH FIREWORKS BASEBALL TOURNAMENT triplecrownsports.com

JULY 12-13COORS LIGHT BONEYARD BLAST VII RENO liquidblueevents.com/Boneyard.html

JULY 15-19TC/USA NATIONALS FAST PITCH SOFTBALLtriplecrownsports.com

JULY 22-28FAST PITCH SOFTBALL WORLD SERIES triplecrownsports.com

OCTOBER 19-NOVEMBER 2BLOOD-N-GUTS TRIPLE ELIMINATION SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT thisandthatsoftball.com

events & festivalsJANUARY 2-6RENO WINTER BACHATA RenoA Latin dance festival with workshops taught by profes-sional instructors, that include Crunkchata, Cha Cha Cha, Kizomba and Zumba. Night parties with hours of social dancing, and evening showcase where dance couples and teams from all over the nation entertain the audience with their energy and creative performances. latindancefest.com

JANUARY 7-10NBA DEVELOPMENT LEAGUE SHOWCASEReno Events CenterThe NBA D-League is the official minor league of the NBA with 16 teams having direct affiliations to NBA franchises. The annual NBA D-League Showcase will feature four days of basketball action showcasing all of the NBA D-League teams, including a slam dunk and 3-point shootout. visitrenotahoe.com

JANUARY 11-13USA BMX SILVER DOLLAR NATIONALS Reno-Sparks Livestock Events CenterThe USA BMX National Series is the most prestigious na-tional series in the sport of BMX racing and kicks off with the season opener in Reno. usabmx.com FEBRUARY-MARCHRAHLVES BANZAI TOURLake TahoeBig mountain freeski meets ski/boarder-cross event in head-to-head race action. The four-stop tour has compe-titions at Kirkwood (Feb 2-3), Alpine Meadows (Feb 9-10), Squaw Valley (Mar 2-3) and the Silver Belt Championships at Sugar Bowl (Mar 9-10). rahlvesbanzai.com

FEBRUARY 8-14CARVE TAHOE North Lake Tahoe Elite snow carvers from around the world participate in a week-long snow sculpting competition. Teams transform 25-ton blocks of pure, white Tahoe snow into breathtaking masterpieces. carvetahoe.com

FEBRUARY 9SLIDE BACK RETRO DAYMt. Rose Ski TahoeIf you still think that “New School” equates to stretch pants that leave nothing to the imagination, rear-entry boots and old skinny skis, then you’ll fit right in at Mt. Rose’s Slide Back Retro Ski Party. skirose.com

FEBRUARY 16CHINESE NEW YEAR FESTIVAL Mt. Rose Ski TahoeStep into your skis or snowboard, and take to the slopes to welcome the Year of the Snake with exciting activities and specials. The skiing dragon will make a special appearance, weaving down the Kit Carson Trail in celebration! skirose.com

FEBRUARY 22-24EAGLES & AGRICULTURE Carson Valley The bald eagle population soars during the winter calv-ing season. Birders and photographers are allowed ac-cess to ranch properties for the best eagle viewing and photographing opportunity. Small bird tours, owl falconry demonstrations and rafting/kayak tours are also available. carsonvalleynv.org

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MARCH 1-10SNOWFEST! NORTH LAKE TAHOE North Lake TahoeIt’s the largest winter carnival west of the Mississippi; fea-turing, a torchlight parade, laser show and fireworks, polar bear swim, parades, dog pull, Wacky Human bowling and the Bump & Jump Hanger Party. tahoesnowfestival.com

MARCH 2TRANSWORLD SNOWBOARDING TRANSAM TOUR North Lake TahoeSome of the happiest amateur riders on Earth will push each other in a fun jam-style environment for a chance to win a TransAM trophy and bragging rights! northstarattahoe.com/events

MARCH 8-10ADVANCED AUTO PARTS MONSTER JAMReno-Sparks Livestock Events CenterIt’s the hottest edge-of-your-seat, live motor sports event on the planet, and largest touring family show in North America! Fifteen hundred HP monster trucks fly 30 feet in the air, flattening anything in their path. There will be a variety of specialty acts such as Freestyle Motocross Exhi-bitions and ATV “Quad Wars” Racing. monsterjam.com

MARCH 9-10STAKE YOUR CLAIM CHUTES COMPETITION AND THE MCKINNEY CUP Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe The freeride competition allows hotshots to show off their downhill skills on the daring double black-diamond Chutes. Some the fastest Masters skiers in the sport face off in slalom and giant slalom courses. skirose.com

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MARCH 16ROCKY MOUNTAIN OYSTER FRY AND ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADEVirginia CityOften referred to as “The Testicle Festival,” cooks com-pete for appealing ways of preparing these delightful deli-cacies. Top off the fun with the St. Patrick’s Day parade. visitvirginiacitynv.com

APRIL 6POND SKIMMt. Rose Ski TahoeA local’s favorite and crowd pleaser, the Pond Skim at-tracts all kinds of costumed competitors prepared (or un-prepared) to brave the cold water in an attempt to make it to the other side. skirose.com

APRIL 11-14 RENO UKULELE FESTIVAL Sparks A weekend showcasing multiple music styles, workshops for all abilities, two concerts, and a marketplace of ukulele builders and music vendors. Featuring guitar legend Leo Kottke with songstress Victoria Vox. renoukefest.com

APRIL 25-27RENO JAZZ FESTIVAL RenoEnjoy one of the world’s largest and most enduring cel-ebrations of jazz, featuring three days of concerts, com-petition and clinics. The festival attracts some of the top names in the genre for a unique concert and learning experience. unr.edu/rjf

APRIL 26-28EAGLE VALLEY MOUNTAIN MAN RENDEZVOUSCarson CityExperience a real mountain man encampment, complete with camping and black powder shooting. visitcarsoncity.com

APRIL 27-28VIRGINIA CITY GRAND PRIXVirginia City The world famous outlaw motorcycle race starts in the historic mining town of Virginia City, then winds its way through the surrounding rocky hills in 4½ hours of rugged racing with speeds of up to 90mph. vcgp.com

APRIL 28-MAY 5NCHA WESTERN NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPSReno-Sparks Livestock Events Center Cutting horses are specially trained to separate individual animals from a cattle herd and this championship fea-tures the top U.S. and Canadian competitors in the sport! nchacutting.com

MAY 2-5GENOA COWBOY FESTIVALGenoaEnjoy talented cowboy poets, gifted musicians and crafts-men, horsemen, cooks and folks who love and appreciate the western lifestyle. genoacowboyfestival.org

MAY 4POLICE MEMORIAL PARADE & RESTORED EMERGENCYVEHICLE SHOW Virginia City The parade honors officers that have given their lives in the line of duty and features beautifully restored police cruisers, fire engines and ambulances. It’s a day of edu-cation and celebration of the rich history of law enforce-ment. visitvirginiacitynv.com

MAY 4-5CINCO DE MAYO FESTIVAL RenoCelebrate Mexican heritage and Latino culture with live entertainment including popular Latin musicians, amateur boxing, Mexican dancing horse performances and a chil-dren’s playground. There will be Mexican food from top local restaurants, arts and crafts. cincodemayoreno.com

MAY 4-5RENO ROCK-N-RIVER MARATHONRenoJoin the largest running event in Northern Nevada, featur-ing a half marathon, 10k, 5k and free kid’s race, all taking place in downtown Reno along the beautiful Truckee River path. rock-n-rivermarathon.com

MAY 9-12RSVP MOTHER’S DAY SPRING FUN FAIR Carson City Treat mom to a fun-filled weekend in the park featuring unique crafters, carnival rides and food. visitcarsoncity.com

MAY 10-12WESTERN HERITAGE FESTIVAL Sparks Celebrate Nevada arts and culture through experiential learning with demonstrations in basket-weaving, spin-ning, quilting and saddle-making. Antique engine displays, square dancing, cowboy poetry, live music, dancers and children’s activities. sparksmuseum.org

MAY 10-12RENO RIVER FESTIVAL RenoConsidered one of the paddle sport industry’s top white-water events, athletes compete on the Truckee River in downtown Reno. Also featured is the popular “Run Amuck,” where contestants get down and dirty in an obstacle-filled run, Boatercross, Yoga in the Park, the Biggest Little Dog Jog, live entertainment and children’s activities. renoriverfestival.com

MAY 11-12FIRE ON THE MOUNTAIN – ICS CHILI COOK-OFF & BELTANE FESTIVAL Virginia CityOfficially sanctioned by the International Chili Society, enjoy lots of great chili and salsa. Returning this year is the Beltane Festival featuring Celtic booths, displays and entertainment, as well as, nightly fire demonstrations and shows. visitvirginiacitynv.com

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MAY 17-19SPRING WINGS BIRD FESTIVALFallonProfessionals from the Lahontan Audubon Society, US Fish & Wildlife Service and Nevada Department of Wildlife will lead birding and wildlife tours in the Lahontan Valley Wetlands. springwings.org

MAY 24-26NUGGET COUNTRY CROSSROADSSparksA renowned country music venue, John Ascuaga’s Nug-get hosts a three-day celebration of popular country entertainers, country music DJs, free line dancing lessons, country karaoke contests and more. janugget.com

MAY 25-27MEMORIAL DAY PARADE Virginia City Festivities include a parade honoring our nation’s heroes, rides on the V&T Railroad, Made in Nevada marketplace, stagecoach rides and mock gunfights. visitvirginiacitynv.com

MAY 31-JUNE 1RENO-TAHOE ODYSSEY RELAY RUN ADVENTURE Reno and Lake TahoeThe Reno-Tahoe Odyssey Relay Run is a mighty challenge! The race is ideally suited for 12-person teams competing on a 178-mile course that is divided into 36 legs of varying lengths and difficulty. Sound impossible? Not when there are hundreds of people cheering for you along the way! The course climbs over 2800 feet as runners pass rivers, streams and beautiful Lake Tahoe. renotahoeodyssey.com

MAY 31-JUNE 2ROCK ‘N’ ROLL REVIVALRenoTwist and Shout your way back to the ‘60s and ‘70s for a weekend of classic cars and rock ‘n’ roll music in down-town Reno, where you’ll enjoy food and beverage booths, vendors, live entertainment, classic car show ‘n’ shine and more! silverlegacy.com

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MAY 31-JUNE 2SANDS EUROFEST RenoThe 15th annual celebration is all about great European cuisine, including grilled bratwurst, chorizo Basque sand-wiches and Swedish meatballs with spaetzle. And, of course, a huge selection of beers! sandsregency.com

JUNE 2AMERICA’S MOST BEAUTIFUL BIKE RIDE – LAKE TAHOE South Lake TahoeA great way to enjoy the beauty of Lake Tahoe is a bike riding event. Several ride distances available to accommo-date riders of all abilities. bikethewest.com

JUNE 6-9OCTANE FEST FallonA week of high-powered motorsports including King of the West Sprint Cars at Rattlesnake Raceway, top fuel drag racing at Top Gun Raceway, and a jamboree with monster trucks, truck and tractor pull, freestyle motocross and a fireworks finale. octanefest.com

JUNE 6-AUGUST 22WHOLE FOODS HOMETOWNE FARMER’S MARKETSparksFresh produce and seasonal items will tempt your taste buds! Enjoy live music, food/beverage, arts and crafts, flowers and community booths. Every Thursday, except for July 4 and August 8. cityofsparks.us

JUNE 7-9STREET VIBRATIONS SPRING RALLY SparksAfter a long winter, it’s time to liberate your Harley from hibernation and enjoy a weekend of motorcycle fun! There will be live entertainment, bike games, competition ride-in shows, poker runs and walks, vendor booths, VIP motorcycle participant parties and more. roadshowsreno.com

JUNE 14-16RENO ROCKABILLY RIOTReno Show off your ink and rock out “rockabilly” style with tra-ditional and home built cars, pin-up contest, car chop off, pin striping, various races, dine n’ dash contest, bowling, dancing, live music and more. renorockabillyriot.com

JUNE 14-16STEWART FATHER’S DAY POWWOWCarson CityExperience American Indian heritage, history and pride. Enjoy over 100 dancers, arts and crafts and exhibits. Admission is free. stewartindianschool.com

JUNE 20PRCA XTREME BULLS TOUR Reno-Sparks Livestock Events CenterThe only officially sanctioned bull riding tour of the Pro-fessional Rodeo Cowboys Association, Xtreme Bulls kicks off the 94th annual Reno Rodeo with high energy and non-stop action. Pro rodeo’s top 40 bull riders test their skills on some of the rankest bulls the world has to offer. renorodeo.com

JUNE 20-29RENO RODEO Reno-Sparks Livestock Events CenterIt’s the “Wildest, Richest Rodeo in the West!” with ten nights of the best rodeo competition in the country. Enjoy all of the fan favorites including; two world-class team roping events, professional bull riding, team roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing and bronc riding. The exciting western action features an authentic cattle drive, parade, Double R Marketplace for western shopping, food, carni-val and Mutton Bustin’. renorodeo.com

JUNE 21-22GREAT ELDORADO BBQ, BREWS AND BLUES FESTIVAL RenoFire up the grills, tap the kegs and crank up the tunes for Reno’s best summer kick-off party! Virginia Street will be rockin’ with live blues entertainment, amazing food and more than 40 microbrews from around the world - over 100 specialty beers to sample. eldoradoreno.com

JUNE 21-30ADVENTURE SPORTS WEEK North Lake TahoeFor those who appreciate clean air, clear water, scenic single track and an elevated heart rate. Challenge yourself with competitive events such as trail running, mountain biking, triathlon, stand up paddle boarding and swimming. adventuresportsweek.com

JUNE 23TOUR OF THE CARSON VALLEY - BARBECUE & ICE CREAM SOCIALGenoa A fun historic bicycle tour for all abilities in the beautiful Carson Valley along the eastern foot of Sierra Nevadas former Pioneer, Pony Express, Stagecoach and Emigrant Wagon roadways. bikethewest.com

JUNE 24-27NEVADA HUMANITIES CHAUTAUQUA RenoChautauqua is an entertaining history theater in which audiences have an opportunity to interact with famous people from the past. Held at Bartley Ranch, the historical performances take place in the evening, while educational workshops and roundtable conversations are available during the day. nevadahumanities.org

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JUNE 29-30U.S. OPEN OF WATERCROSS, PRESENTED BY THE CITY OF SPARKSSparksThe UWP-IJSBA Watercross National Tour is the largest tour of its kind in the nation, and their coveted U.S. Open will take place at the Sparks Marina. The best athletes in the sport will race handle bar-to-handle bar for the title of national champion, making this one of personal watercraft racing’s most popular and highest paid events. uwpinc.com

JULY 1-31ARTOWN RenoFor the entire month of July, the festival offers nearly 400 events ranging from live music, dance, theater and perfor-mance to visual arts, workshops, multicultural events and tours, a majority of which are free! The National Endow-ment for the Arts has called Artown one of the most com-prehensive art festivals in the country. renoisartown.com

JULY 1-31ART SLAVES SHOW AND SALE RenoThe American Advertising Federation of Reno presents a group exhibition featuring fine art, music and written word created by communication professionals from the Truckee Meadows. In its 17th year of celebrating art in the local community, Art Slaves is part of the annual Artown festival. facebook.com/pages/Art-Slaves-Show-and-Sale/104457146064

JULY 3-6RED, WHITE AND TAHOE BLUEIncline Village and Crystal BayThe seventh annual celebration offers good old-fashioned fun for all ages, with the largest fireworks display at Lake Tahoe, a parade and festival, aerial and land military dem-onstrations, beer and wine, tastings, a carnival and an ice cream social. redwhiteandtahoeblue.org

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JULY 4FOURTH OF JULYReno, Lake Tahoe and Virginia City Independence Day and fireworks go hand in hand, and Reno Tahoe USA will not disappoint the pyrotechnic fans. There are a multitude of celebrations around the region to choose from, with some offering parades, picnics and other daytime activities, in addition to evening fireworks. visitrenotahoe.com

JULY 4STAR SPANGLED SPARKS AT THE MARINASparks Good old-fashioned fun including free tethered hot air balloon rides, a pancake breakfast, fun-run-walk, Model Dairy Milk Carton Boat Races, military fly-over and the Reno/Sparks’ Got Talent Competition. Enjoy craft and food booths and the kids’ games/activities area. thechambernv.org

JULY 4STAR SPANGLED SPARKS FIREWORKS AT VICTORIAN SQUARESparksThe region’s longest, most spectacular fireworks display is set off from the roof of John Ascuaga’s Nugget while thousands of revelers celebrate the 4th of July on Victori-an Square below. The event features live entertainment for the whole family, a kid’s area and an array of food choices complete the evening. janugget.com

JULY 4-6THE GREAT INTERNATIONAL CHICKEN WING SOCIETY COOK-OFF RenoThe 12th annual event is the spiciest, most affordable festival to hit Reno. Sample the best sauces, taste top-notch wings as the best in the business compete for poultry pride. Local eateries will also compete for the best sauce and the public is invited to judge the “taster” wings (Chicken Hawks) and crown this year’s champ. gicws.com

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JULY 6BEERFEST & BLUEGRASS North Lake Tahoe More than 30 microbreweries will be featured, as well as live bluegrass bands, ping pong, corn hole and face painting. northstarattahoe.com

JULY 6-14RENO 500 Reno An exciting week packed with off-road racing events. The fun includes off-road driving at the Tahoe Reno Motor-plex, a multi-day street fair and Expo in downtown Reno and performances by Monster Energy Stunt and Ninja motorcycle teams. The week culminates with the longest off-road race in America! hdrarace.com

JULY 12-14AMERICANA MUSIC FESTIVALVirginia CityFeaturing nationally known artists in bluegrass, old time, blues and folk, along with workshops and jam sessions. americanafest.org

JULY 12-AUGUST 25 LAKE TAHOE SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL Incline VillageImagine sitting under the stars on the sandy white beach of Sand Harbor with the indescribable beauty of Lake Tahoe in the background. This season, the Festival pres-ents a tale brimming with mistaken identity, mismatched lovers and mischief-making fairies in A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Enjoy gourmet dining and wine tasting as well at one of the most scenic venues in the country. laketahoeshakespeare.com

JULY 13-14 TOUGH MUDDERNorth Lake TahoeA hardcore 10-12-mile course with 25-30 military-style ob-stacles that will unlock your true sense of accomplishment. toughmudder.com or northstarattahoe.com

JULY 13-172013 TRIPLE-A ALL-STAR GAME RenoThe best players from the Pacific Coast League face the top talent from the International League in downtown Reno. Past All-Star Games have featured baseball greats, such as Derik Jeter and Chipper Jones, before their big league debuts. Along with the All-Star Game, enjoy the All-Star Fan Fest and everyone’s favorite – the Home Run Derby! renoaces.com

JULY 16-21AMERICAN CENTURY CELEBRITY GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPSouth Lake TahoeCheer for more than 80 of your favorite sports and enter-tainment celebrities at the 24th annual event, considered to be nation’s most prestigious and richest celebrity golf tournament. tahoecelebritygolf.com

JULY 18-20WANDERLUST YOGA AND MUSIC FESTIVALNorth Lake TahoeFeaturing the world’s leading yoga teachers, top tier musicians and top chefs, concert goers can enjoy yoga, incredible music, food and breathtaking scenery. squaw.wanderlustfestival.com

JULY 19-21SACRED VISIONS POWWOW Pyramid Lake Under the theme of “Te Nanumu Magodyuku,” or “Bringing the People Home,” families and individuals representing tribal communities from across the United States gather to celebrate Native American culture. Enjoy authentic food, dancing, arts and craft vendors and tradition per-forming arts. sacredvisionspowwow.com

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JULY 20ARTS IN BLOOM: ART & WINE FESTIVAL SparksStroll along tree-lined Victorian Square and shop the re-gion’s top artists. The impressive creations include water-color and oil, woodwork, glasswork, pottery, jewelry and unique hand-crafted items. Complementing the art will be a wine tasting with over 50 varieties, food and entertain-ment. cityofsparks.us

JULY 20RENO BASQUE FESTIVALRenoThe Basque culture is a big part of Reno history and tradi-tion. Celebrate Reno’s Basque heritage with traditional food, music and dancing, weight carrying contest, wood chopping demo, war cry contest, Basque cooking tips and games for children. renobasqueclub.org

JULY 20 TAHOE TRAIL 100North Lake TahoeThe 62-mile event is the final of five races in the Leadville Qualifying Series and showcases one of the best destina-tions for mountain biking, the Sierra Nevada and Lake Tahoe. northstarattahoe.com

JULY 25-28TOUR DE NEZ-VADAReno, Lake Tahoe, Virginia City, Carson City A celebration of cycling featuring professional men, wom-en and hand-cyclists racing in front of the State House in Carson City, along the shores of Lake Tahoe, through the historic Comstock area of Virginia City and along the streets of downtown Reno. There will also be kids’ races, a bicycle scavenger hunt, art bikes, clunker races and booth exhibits. tourdenez.com

JULY 28DONNER LAKE TRIATHLONTruckeeThe triathlon offers a Sprint and Olympic Distance course to test your high-altitude athletic skills. bigblueadventure.com

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JULY 29-AUGUST 4RENO-TAHOE OPENRenoRecognized as a favorite stop on the PGA TOUR! The 15th annual event is one of only 45 cities to host the PGA TOUR and the only one offering the exciting Modified Stableford playing format, encouraging the professionals to shoot for the pin. The stunning Montreux Golf & Coun-try Club provides a beautiful backdrop for the PGA TOUR action and unique fan enhancements make this a must-see event. renotahoeopen.com

AUGUST 2-18LAKE TAHOE SUMMERFESTIncline VillageIt’s a world-class celebration of music, art and theatre. The signature program is the SummerFest Concerts, clas-sical music in an acoustical tent with instrumentalists from the New York Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, San Francisco Symphony, Los Angeles Philharmonic and other exceptional orchestras. tahoesummerfest.org

AUGUST 6-11HOT AUGUST NIGHTSReno and SparksIt’s the largest classic car and nostalgic event in the country. Restored hot rods and sexy muscle cars give enthusiasts a first-hand experience of popular decades gone by. Show-n-Shines, nightly cruises, drag races, a prom, swap meet and Barrett-Jackson auction are a few of the “cool” activities. hotaugustnights.net

AUGUST 8-10HOT AUGUST NIGHTS AUCTION PRESENTED BY BARRETT-JACKSON RenoThe inaugural auction offers fans and customers an op-portunity to celebrate, and revel, in some of the most recognizable and historic automobiles in the world. Not only will buyers be able to bid on Barrett-Jackson’s famous selection of collector cars, but they can take them from the auction block and participate in one of Hot August Nights’ famous cruises or Show-n-Shines. barrett-jackson.com/reno-tahoe or hotaugustnights.net

AUGUST 9-10CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE WOODEN BOAT SHOWNorth Lake TahoeOne of the most prestigious wooden boat shows in North America drawing more than 100 antique and classic boat entries; including, meticulously restored post-WWII racers and runabouts, utility boats and flashy Rivas. laketahoeconcours.com

AUGUST 9-11QUICKSILVER TA-HOE NALU PADDLE FESTIVALNorth Lake Tahoe Experience the oldest and longest running stand up pad-dle race in the world; complete with, a party, live concert, free paddle clinics and demos. tahoenalu.com

AUGUST 17XTERRA LAKE TAHOE OFF-ROAD TRIATHLON North Lake TahoeSwim in famous Lake Tahoe, followed by an extreme mountain bike ride through Tunnel Creek along the Flume Trail, finishing with a scenic trail run through Incline Vil-lage. bigblueadventure.com

AUGUST 17RENO GAY PRIDE FESTIVALRenoThe 17th annual festival is the largest gathering of LGBT people in Northern Nevada. Under cool shade trees along the Truckee River, enjoy a full day of live performances and entertainment, shopping with unique vendors and a variety of food. renogaypride.com

AUGUST 23-25GRANDVENTURE SPORTS FESTIVALReno, Sparks, Lake Tahoe The Festival hosts Expedition Man - Northern Nevada’s original iron distance triathlon race, and the inaugural Reno Tahoe Gran Fondo - a century and metric century bike ride with appearances by epic athletes. Activities also include an X-FIT competition, demos and expo. expeditionman.com and renotahoegranfondo.com

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AUGUST 23-25LUCAS OIL OFF ROAD RACING SERIES Reno A nationally televised off-road racing series that pits action sports celebrities against motocross champions and race legends. The new Wild West Motorsports Park provides spectators with an unobstructed view of the ex-citing action from the grandstands. Watch Brian Deegan, Carey Hart, Twitch, Rob Mac, Jeremy McGrath and 125 other racers battle it out in 900 horsepower trucks. It’s a full contact MMA fight on wheels! LucasOilOffRoad.com

AUGUST 24FALLON FIGHTS: RURAL RUMBLE ‘13FallonCombining professional boxing and mixed martial arts un-der the stars of the Churchill County Fairgrounds, Fallon Fights carries on the tradition of Nevada boxing. fallonfights.com

AUGUST 245K FOAM FESTRenoSmiling and running don’t usually go hand in hand but imagine the excitement of a mud run combined with foam, ginormous infl atable obstacles, army crawls, colossal walls and water obstacles (did we mention foam)? 5kfoamfest.com/locations/Reno.php

AUGUST 24-25PYRAMID LAKE ART SHOW Pyramid Lake Experience the unique art and rich culture of the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe. Shop handmade artwork and crafts and enjoy traditional Native American entertainment and food. You’ll leave with an appreciation for the unparalleled arts and culture of Pyramid Lake. pyramidlake.us

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AUGUST 26-SEPTEMBER 2BURNING MANBlack Rock DesertOver 50,000 people gather north of Gerlach on the “playa,” to create Black Rock City, a temporary metropolis dedicated to community, art, self-reliance and self-expression. You won’t be the weirdest kid in the classroom and you’ll become a part of the growing community of Burners. burningman.com

AUGUST 28-SEPTEMBER 2BEST IN THE WEST NUGGET RIB COOK-OFFSparksIf you love ribs and BBQ, then be sure to come to the country’s most prestigious rib competition. Hosted by John Ascuaga’s Nugget, this 25th annual event will trans-form the Labor Day holiday on Victorian Square into a finger licking culinary, music, craft and family end-of-summer affair. Enjoy the best ribs from across the nation! nuggetribcookoff.com

AUGUST 30-SEPTEMBER 1USA BMX BLACK JACK NATIONALS Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center The prestigious USA BMX National Series features racers ranging from 2 to 68 years old. Enjoy lots of race action and no ticket charge for spectators. usabmx.com

AUGUST 31-SEPTEMBER 2VIRGINIA CITY CIVIL WAR DAYS & LABOR DAY PARADEVirginia CityJump back in time to the 1800s with a free authentic civil war encampment, reenactments complete with trains, cannons and soldiers, followed by the Labor Day parade. visitvirginiacitynv.com

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SEPTEMBER 6-8THE GREAT RENO BALLOON RACE RenoOne of Reno’s most colorful and spectacular events, it’s the largest free hot air ballooning event in the country. Nearly 100 of the nation’s top hot air balloonists par-ticipate in multiple competitions in a mass ascension. A trademark of the race is the Dawn Patrol, providing an amazing spectacle as balloons glow and twinkle against the pre-dawn sky. A wide selection of food, crafts, art and souvenirs await spectators, along with wonderfully uplift-ing music to complement this celebration of flight. renoballoon.com

SEPTEMBER 6-8INTERNATIONAL CAMEL RACES Virginia CityIn its 54th year, this annual tradition features both camel and ostrich racing as jockeys from around the globe com-pete for trophies and bragging rights. visitvirginiacitynv.com

SEPTEMBER 7-15NORTH LAKE TAHOE AUTUMN FOOD & WINE FESTIVALNorth Lake Tahoe A party for your palate! The annual festival has cooking demonstrations, food and wine seminars, ultra-premium wine tastings, live entertainment, winemaker dinner and celebrity luncheons and dinners. tahoefoodandwine.com

SEPTEMBER 8TOUR DE TAHOE – BIKE BIG BLUELake TahoeAn opportunity to cycle around 72 miles of Lake Tahoe’s shoreline, including an 800-foot climb overlooking scenic Emerald Bay. The event offers great food, participant support stations, the famous sightseeing Boat Cruise and a 35-mile Fun Ride. bikethewest.com

SEPTEMBER 11-15NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AIR RACES RenoThe 50th annual event is the only closed course pylon rac-ing event in the world, and is the world’s longest running air race. Six different race plane classes battle just 60 feet from the ground, with the Unlimited and Jet classes reaching speeds over 500 mph! Besides the on-your-feet action of the races, spectators have close-up access to racing aircraft, pilots and crews in the “pits.” There’s a world-class air show, military display and demonstrations, aircraft display and great concessions. Experience the ac-tion of the “World’s Fastest Motorsport!” airrace.org

SEPTEMBER 14TRACTORS & TRUFFLES FallonTreat yourself to a farm-to-plate gourmet dinner featur-ing renowned chefs from around the country preparing a four-course meal from locally grown ingredients. There are farm tours, cooking demonstrations and live perfor-mances. tractorsandtruffles.com

SEPTEMBER 15EDIBLE PEDAL 100Carson City, Lake TahoeA bike ride featuring routes for all levels of riders, includ-ing 10, 50 and 100-mile courses; all stating in the scenic Washoe Valley. Outstanding locally sourced food at rest stops and a post-ride barbeque. ediblepedal100.org

SEPTEMBER 21COLOR ME RADRenoAfter 5K of color bombardment, we guarantee your out-look will be cheerier. You’ll start with a pure white shirt and soak up enough color while running and wind up looking like a pack of skittles! colormerad.com/races/reno.html

SEPTEMBER 22IRONMAN© LAKE TAHOE North Lake Tahoe Athletes from around the globe compete in the iconic tri-athlon, including a 2.2 mile open water swim, 112 mile bike course and a full marathon. ironmanlaketahoeca.com

SEPTEMBER 23-OCTOBER 6NRCHA SNAFFLE BIT FUTURITYReno-Sparks Livestock Events Center Known as the “Greatest Show on Dirt,” the Snaffle Bit Futurity is the finest reined cow horse extravaganza in the world! Celebrating the Vaquero tradition of training a cow horse, the Snaffle Bit Futurity features the show, horse sale, seminars and demonstrations and Best of the West Trade Show. nrcha.com

SEPTEMBER 25-29STREET VIBRATIONS FALL RALLYReno and SparksEnjoy HOG heaven at this celebration of music, metal and motorcycles. Everyone knows that the “Biggest Little City in the World” offers unparalleled entertainment, but this event takes it to a new level with live entertainment on outdoor stages, parades, ride-in shows, stunt shows and bike cruises. Don’t miss America’s Finest Custom Bike Builder’s Expo and the Tattoo Expo for body art extraor-dinaire. Open to all motorcycles. roadshowsreno.com

SEPTEMBER 28-29CANDY DANCE GenoaRelish in the small-town spirit at this ultimate candy and craft festival that features more than 300 exhibitors and 3,000 pounds of Genoa’s fabulous homemade candy. genoanevada.org

SEPTEMBER 28-29 TOUGH MUDDERNorth Lake TahoeBilled as the toughest event on the planet, it’s all about personal challenge, mental toughness and camaraderie. Designed by British Special Forces, the course will test your strength and stamina. toughmudder.com or northstarattahoe.com

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SEPTEMBER 29GALENA FESTRenoExperience the ultimate combination of athletic events; including, The Bloody Thorn mountain bike climb and The Wicked Thorn trail running race. The event also features live music, beer tents, food, Kids’ Art in the Park and more. galenafest.com

OCTOBER 4-6WORLD COWBOY FAST DRAW CHAMPIONSHIP FallonIt is a timed sport using single action .45 caliber western-style six shooters with wax bullets. More than 200 cow-boys and fast draw enthusiasts from around the world compete for the title “Fastest Gun Alive.” cowboyfastdraw.com

OCTOBER 5-6RENO CELTIC CELEBRATIONRenoDelight in Celtic activities and performances for all ages; including, pipe bands, Scottish and Irish dancers, Celtic musicians, Highland games, Celtic critters at the animal village, kids’ games, food and drink and Celtic merchan-dise. renoceltic.org

OCTOBER 5-6WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP OUTHOUSE RACESVirginia CityThe hilarious Comstock tradition pits teams of costumed outhouse racers against each other. One person rides and the remaining team members push, pull or drag the deco-rated outhouse down the race track. visitvirginiacitynv.com

OCTOBER 12-13ELDORADO GREAT ITALIAN FESTIVALRenoCelebrate the food, culture, music and traditions of Italy with Reno’s final street festival of the season. Free activi-ties and entertainment highlight the delicious and authen-tic homemade Italian food. The event also features grape stomping, sauce cook-offs, bocce ball, a kids’ gelato-eat-ing contest and live entertainment. eldoradoreno.com

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OCTOBER 19 CARSON CITY GHOST WALKCarson CitySpirits of the past are the featured attraction during this guided walking tour of the historic district. Ghost hunters of all ages are invited to encounter spirits and spine-tin-gling surprises at the area’s most notable haunted loca-tions. visitcarsoncity.com

OCTOBER 19-26WRANGLER/PROFESSIONALS CHOICE ACTRA NATIONAL FINALS Reno-Sparks Livestock Events CenterMembers of the American Cowboys Team Roping Asso-ciation converge in Reno to compete at the 31st annual National Finals. Contestants range in age from teenagers to folks in their 80s each having a dream of becoming a national champion. Spectators can also enjoy vendors and a western art show. actra.org

OCTOBER 26NEVADA DAY PARADECarson CityCelebrate the Silver State’s 149th birthday with the larg-est formal statehood celebration in the nation! The huge parade kicks off with a hot air balloon launch and mili-tary flyover. Enjoy entertainment, rock drilling and beard contests, pinewood derby and a whole slate of activities. nevadaday.com

NOVEMBER 11VETERANS DAY PARADERenoThe parade marches through the heart of downtown Reno and honors those who have sacrificed to protect our country. ROTC units, marching bands and flag-waving citizens turn out in force. reno.gov

NOVEMBER 29-DECEMBER 1 CRAFTS FOR CHRISTMASSparksThis annual holiday gift marketplace features more than 100 craft and gift booths, Santa Claus, cooking and cock-tail demonstrations, floral arranging demonstrations and much more. Parking and admission are free! janugget.com

DECEMBER 6-7SPARKS ANNUAL HOMETOWNE CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION SparksIt’s a weekend of traditional activities and a great way to kick off the holiday season. Tree lighting ceremony, the 27th annual Christmas parade, photos with Santa and great Christmas shopping. cityofsparks.us

DECEMBER 7-8CHRISTMAS ON THE COMSTOCK PARADE OF LIGHTS Virginia CityThis historic community hosts an early evening Christ-mas parade in which the floats and marching bands must incorporate lights. It’s a celebration of the holidays with a hometown ambiance. visitvirginiacitynv.com

DECEMBER 14 SANTA SKI CRAWLMt. Rose Ski TahoeJoin the crowd of jolly St. Nicks dressed in full Santa garb swooshing down the slopes and participating in a mass photo shoot. skirose.com

DECEMBER 26-31NEVADA CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVALRenoShare your holidays with 20 of the world’s greatest classi-cal musicians, as they perform for you in two Reno loca-tions. Nine concerts in six days, with the culmination be-ing a New Year’s Eve celebration. During the last week of the year, Reno is the chamber music capital of the world! renochamberorchestra.org

MAYRENO RIVER FESTIVAL

JUNE 6-8 STREET VIBRATIONS SPRING RALLY

JUNE 19-28 RENO RODEO

JULY 1-31 ARTOWN

JULY/AUGUST LAKE TAHOE SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL

AUGUST RENO-TAHOE OPEN

AUGUST 5-10 HOT AUGUST NIGHTS

AUGUST 27-SEPTEMBER 1 BEST IN THE WEST NUGGET RIB COOK-OFF

SEPTEMBER 5-7 GREAT RENO BALLOON RACE

SEPTEMBER 10-14 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AIR RACES

SEPTEMBER 24-28STREET VIBRATIONS FALL RALLY

While in Reno Tahoe USA, visit one of our visitor centers for current event information or check our website. VisitRenoTahoe.com

Information contained in this brochure is believed accurate at the time of printing and is subject to change.

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