Reno Blog

Reno isn't called the Biggest Little City for nothing. While it's true that you can get to the airport in less than a half-hour from just about any place in town, it's also true that there is more going on here than you can imagine, let alone keep track of.  So in order to stay up on all of the latest events and activities, don't miss our timely and informative Reno blog. On a weekly basis, a Truckee Meadows insider will give you the background information on all your favorite goings-on and clue you in to new opportunities to get out and about. Forget about the Reno of yesteryear, when gambling was the main focus of the area and people came here in order to get a divorce. These days, participation opportunities abound whether you are a footloose and fancy-free Millennial, a parent trying to find something to catch the interest of kids or teens or someone just coming into the prime of your life. In fact, as you become a steady reader of the blog, you'll be amazed at how diversified the community has become over the past years, with something to offer all ages and all interests whether you've lived here forever or are visiting for the first time.

Reno Blog Posts

From Downtown to Midtown and from Boomtown to Victorian Square, we know you want to dive into Reno and Sparks, you want to hear about the latest festival down on the Truckee River or find out what celebrities are playing the showrooms! You need to hear about the outdoor activities that make our area a world-class destination area, each and every season of the year. And the only way to keep up with it all is to read the Reno blog!

Rafting on the Truckee River

By Dan Bablinskas | Tuesday, August 27, 2024
The Truckee River forms the backbone of the Truckee Meadows watershed. As the sole outlet for pristine Lake Tahoe’s billions of gallons of water, the Truckee River allows a small portion of this much-needed lifeblood to flood into the desert east of the Sierra Nevada rain shadow, making the Reno area a relatively... Read More

Food Truck Friday in Reno

By Dan Bablinskas | Tuesday, August 13, 2024
Over the last few years, Food Truck Friday has become a favorite Friday night hangout in Reno. Locals and out-of-towners gather to sample fixings from dozens of local food vendors. Northern Nevada’s summer weather ranges from perfectly warm and dry to stiflingly hot with rolling thunderstorms, but even on those super... Read More

The 5 Best Boating Locations Around Reno

By Dan Bablinskas | Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Boating is all about contrasts. Smashing through waves at high speed and then drifting across glass, warming up in the sun followed by a dip into the cool water, grilling with a portable barbeque and washing it down with cold beer. The landscape (or waterscape) is equally as important: An epic backdrop of mountains... Read More

Fun Ways to Celebrate July 4th in Reno and Carson City

By Molly Harrison | Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Northern Nevada punches above its weight when it comes to celebrating our nation’s independence on the Fourth of July. A region based around casinos, shows, dining and nightlife, the Reno and Carson Valleys are always brimming with extravagant patriotism on Independence Day. Reno Craft Fair and Parade Sometimes you... Read More

The Top Camping Areas Within One Hour of Reno

By Molly Harrison | Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Like much of the Mountain West, northern Nevada is a mecca for the great outdoors. But while the treasures of Yosemite and Lake Tahoe are well-known (and well-trafficked), there are plenty of campgrounds within an hour's drive of Reno that are scenic, easy to access and tend not to be booked out way in advance, making... Read More