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3 Days of Fun at the Reno River Festival

By Molly Harrison | Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Early June marks the unofficial start of summer in northern Nevada, and to kick it off Reno is hosting its annual Reno River Festival from June 7 to 9. It’s a three-day extravaganza of music, food, drink and fun outdoor activities. The event occurs in and around the Glenn Little Amphitheater, right in the heart of... Read More

Reno’s Craft Breweries: Sipping & Celebrating High Desert Suds

By Mary Sisco | Monday, March 18, 2024
Who knew Reno would emerge as a craft beer haven, bubbling with a lively mix of creativity, fun flavors and community spirit? The city's craft breweries have transformed the local beer scene into a vibrant blend of unique brews, each sip telling a story of innovation and passion.  Photo: Small-batch brews are the... Read More

Warm Up at Reno's Steamboat Hot Springs and Carson Hot Springs

By Dan Bablinskas | Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Mountainous northern Nevada has an abundance of geothermal activity that provides clean energy for hundreds of thousands of homes in the region. This geothermal activity also means lots of hot springs, most of which are remote and undeveloped, making them adventures in themselves. Sometimes, though, you just want to... Read More

The Best Snowshoeing Around Reno

By Dan Bablinskas | Monday, January 15, 2024
Sitting just below Lake Tahoe in the High Sierras, Reno has a remarkable number of snowshoeing haunts in short driving distance from town. If you enjoy rigorous hikes in the cold and beautiful winter scenery, then these are some of the best options right around Reno. Thomas Creek Located in South Reno off the Mt.... Read More

The Best Places to See Christmas Lights in Reno

By Dan Bablinskas | Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Certain areas of Reno are known for their splendid — and competitive — displays of Christmas lights and other holiday decorations (can’t forget those loveable yard inflatables!). On these cold evenings when the sun sets early, it’s fun to grab some hot chocolates to go, fill up the car with family and friends, put on... Read More