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Family Events in Reno

Kid-friendly shows, festivals, and activities for all ages · 26 events

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EntertainmentMar 5 - 8Family

Just Between Friends Spring Sale

Reno-Tahoe Convention Center

Seasonal consignment sale for kids' items, toys, and maternity gear.

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EntertainmentMar 6 - 8FEATUREDFamily

Jurassic Quest

Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center

America's largest and most realistic dinosaur event! Life-size animatronic dinosaurs, interactive exhibits, LEGO brick building, and rides. Fri 3 PM, Sat 12 & 3 PM, Sun 1 PM.

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SportsMar 7FREEFEATUREDFamily

Reno Aces Fan Fest 2026

Greater Nevada Field

FREE season kickoff! Gates 11 AM - 2 PM. Catch on the field, face painting, balloon animals, VIP ballpark tours, 2026 magnet schedule giveaway, new food samples, team shop sidewalk sale, and Archie's Kids Club enrollment.

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EntertainmentMar 8Family

Fairy Fair at The Potentialist Workshop

The Potentialist Workshop, 836 E 2nd St

Kid-friendly fairy fair. 12 PM - 7 PM. Crafts, costumes, and whimsy.

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EntertainmentMar 13 - 15Family

Cardshow: Card & Collectibles Convention

Reno-Tahoe Convention Center

Sports cards and collectibles convention.

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EntertainmentMar 14 - 15Family

PAW Patrol Live!

Pioneer Center

Family show featuring the pups' rescue of Adventure City. Multiple showtimes.

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SportsMar 27 - 29FEATUREDFamily

Reno Aces vs. Tacoma Rainiers

Greater Nevada Field

Season opener! AAA baseball. Fri 2:05, Sat 4:05, Sun 1:05 PM.

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SportsApr 7 - 12Family

Reno Aces vs. Salt Lake Bees

Greater Nevada Field

AAA baseball homestand. 6-game series.

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EntertainmentMar 6Family

Winterfest 2026: Extended Tahoe Getaway Weekend

UNR Lake Tahoe Campus

Winterfest at the Lake Tahoe campus. 2 PM - 12 AM.

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EntertainmentMar 16FREEFamily

Paint and Pop

Joe Crowley Student Union (JCSU), UNR

Free paint night in the JCSU Food Court. 5 PM - 8 PM. Open to all.

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ArtsMar 17FREEFamily

Latinx Howl

JCSU Plaza, UNR

Ballet Folklorico and Latinx cultural celebration. 3 PM - 5 PM. Free.

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EntertainmentMay 1FREEFamily

UNR Innovation Day

Pennington Engineering Building, UNR

Showcasing student innovation and research. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM. Free and open to the public.

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EntertainmentMay 14FREEFamily

UNR Spring Commencement — Engineering & Social Work

The Quad, UNR

Morning ceremony I at 8:30 AM. College of Engineering and School of Social Work.

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EntertainmentMay 14FREEFamily

UNR Spring Commencement — Science, Nursing, Medicine

The Quad, UNR

Afternoon ceremony I at 3:00 PM. College of Science, Orvis School of Nursing, School of Medicine.

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EntertainmentMay 15FREEFamily

UNR Spring Commencement — Agriculture, Liberal Arts

The Quad, UNR

Morning ceremony II at 8:30 AM. College of Agriculture and College of Liberal Arts.

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EntertainmentMay 15FREEFamily

UNR Spring Commencement — Education, Journalism, Public Health

The Quad, UNR

Afternoon ceremony II at 3:00 PM. College of Education, Reynolds School of Journalism, School of Public Health.

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EntertainmentMay 16FREEFamily

UNR Spring Commencement — College of Business

The Quad, UNR

Morning ceremony III at 8:30 AM. College of Business.

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ArtsMay 26 - 31Family

Shucked (Broadway)

Pioneer Center

Tony-winning Broadway musical comedy.

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FestivalMay 29 - 31FEATUREDFamily

Reno River Festival

Idlewild Park / Truckee River

Outdoor adventure + live music festival along the Truckee River. Official kickoff to summer!

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FestivalJun 11 - 13FEATUREDFamily

Nevada State Fair

Nevada State Fairgrounds

The official Nevada State Fair returns to Reno after 16 years! Livestock shows, 4-H expo, carnival, and more.

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FestivalJun 18 - 27FEATUREDFamily

Reno Rodeo

Reno Livestock Events Center

The Wildest, Richest Rodeo in the West! 10 days of rodeo action.

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FestivalJul 1 - 31FREEFEATUREDFamily

Artown

Citywide (Downtown & Midtown)

Month-long arts & culture festival with HUNDREDS of events. Many FREE!

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EntertainmentJul 11 - 12Family

Silver Age Comic Con 2026

Reno-Sparks Convention Center

Comic book and pop culture convention.

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ArtsJul 14 - 19Family

The Sound of Music (Broadway)

Pioneer Center

The classic Rodgers & Hammerstein musical.

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FestivalJul 31 - Aug 9FEATUREDFamily

Hot August Nights (40th Anniversary)

Reno & Sparks (Multiple Venues)

Reno's iconic classic car and nostalgia festival turns 40! The largest classic car event in the world.

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FestivalSep 10 - 13FREEFEATUREDFamily

Great Reno Balloon Race

Rancho San Rafael Regional Park

World's largest FREE hot-air ballooning event! Dawn Patrol starts at 5:30 AM.

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Every Week

WeeklySundays, 9 AM - 1 PMFREE

Riverside Farmers Market

Idlewild Park · Year-round market with local growers, bakers, and artisan vendors.

WeeklyMar - Sep (check schedule)

Reno Aces Home Games

Greater Nevada Field · AAA baseball. Fireworks nights, $2 Tuesdays, themed nights.

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