Reno Events & Performances

For Things to Do in Reno

In a city with this level of bustle and glitz, the events and performances on the calendar regularly fill people’s lists for their top things to do in Reno. Performance venues for the major Reno events as well as pop-up attractions range from big stages at the casinos to outdoor spaces in amphitheaters in parks. These large spaces are no strangers to hosting nationally renowned musicians, bands, comedians and other talents. For things to do in Reno that make you swing your hips and tap your feet, head to concert halls for musical performances. Or, simply check out the local talents performing around the Riverwalk District or on campus at the University of Nevada-Reno. Sports enthusiasts can catch soccer and baseball games around the city. Arts and culture enthusiasts will love the chance to meet artists of regional or national renown at exhibit openings and shows at the galleries. It’s hard not to try and do it all, right? Wherever your interests lie, Reno events offer activities that you won’t want to miss. 

Northern Nevada Bluegrass Association

Performances & Events in Reno
PO Box 3177, Reno
(775) 348-4692

Delve into the captivating world of bluegrass and traditional music through the Northern Nevada Bluegrass Association (NNBA). Envisioned to nurture a thriving music community, NNBA orchestrates events that pay homage to these treasured genres. They offer free bluegrass jam sessions and one free Beginning Bluegrass class per month as well as the revered Bowers Bluegrass Festival, an annual tradition with nearly four decades of soul-stirring...read more

Delve into the captivating world of bluegrass and traditional music through the Northern Nevada Bluegrass...read more

Reno Philharmonic Orchestra

Performances & Events in Reno
925 Riverside Drive, Suite 3, Reno
(775) 323-6393

Nearing its 50th season, Reno Philharmonic Orchestra continues to have more than 30 performances each year spanning musical selections from classical to pop. Many performances are held at Reno's Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts, but the orchestra also brings music to the Carson Valley and Lake Tahoe regions as well. The Classix Series that runs from October through April each year represents the mainstay...read more

Nearing its 50th season, Reno Philharmonic Orchestra continues to have more than 30 performances each...read more

South 40

Performances & Events in Reno
1445 South Meadows Parkway, Reno
(775) 800-9070

Whether you're playing games with the family, partying with friends or entertaining a crowd for an event, everyone will love South 40. Serving lunch and dinner daily, South 40's menu includes appetizers and bar snacks, sandwiches, pizza, steaks, entrees and a kids' menu. They also serve breakfast on the weekends, starting at 8 a.m. and running until 1:30 p.m. For the adults, the cocktail, wine...read more

Whether you're playing games with the family, partying with friends or entertaining a crowd for...read more

Tahoe Symphony Orchestra

Performances & Events in Reno
586 Douglas Court, Incline Vilage
(775) 298-6989
The Tahoe Symphony Orchestra is on a mission to raise awareness and appreciation of classical orchestral and choral music in the greater Reno-Tahoe area by bringing quality, affordable, live performances to intimate, local venues and providing an opportunity for accomplished, Tahoe-area musicians to display and develop their talents. Founded in 2005 by James and Nancy Rawie as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit musical arts
...read more
The Tahoe Symphony Orchestra is on a mission to raise awareness
...read more