10 days of spring carnival fun with FREE admission. Carnival rides by Brass Ring Amusements, live music, gourmet food trucks, a vibrant vendor village, pet days, funnel cake contests, and family-friendly entertainment at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Center.
Dates
Apr 17-26
10 days of fun
Admission
FREE
General entry
Rides
$30-$35
Unlimited wristband/day
Location
Livestock Ctr
1350 N Wells Ave
Thrills for every age — from the iconic Ferris wheel to the heart-pounding drop zone, powered by Brass Ring Amusements' Midway of Fun.
Early Bird (Before Apr 16)
$30 + $2 fee
Per person, per day
On-Site (After Apr 16)
$35 + $2 fee
Per person, per day
Wristbands are good for one person per day and must be redeemed at the on-site kiosk. Minimum height: 36". Rides cannot be used by expecting mothers or individuals wearing a cast.
Fri, Apr 17
Opening Night
Kick off the festival with high-energy rock and country hits from Nevada 445. Rides, food trucks, and vendors open.
Sat, Apr 18
Saturday
TNT & PDC cheer and dance performance (2-3 PM). Afternoon Funnel Cake Eating Contest. Full midway and vendor village open.
Sundays
Every Sunday
Funnel Cake Eating Contest every Sunday afternoon — compete for prizes! Plus all rides, vendors, and food trucks.
Mondays
Pet Day
Bring your leashed pets! Fashion Fiesta costume contest, Wacky Pet Games, photo booth, giveaways. Boxers & Buddies on-site with adoptable animals.
Tuesdays
Tasty Tuesday
Skip cooking — amazing deals at gourmet food trucks on Food Truck Alley. Try everything from BBQ to fusion to funnel cakes.
Thursdays
College Night
SINGVAN karaoke competition with awesome prizes. Evening Funnel Cake Eating Contest at 8 PM. Reno's own talent showcase.
Fri, Apr 25
Second Friday
Dance the night away with powerhouse vocalist Kathy Lantz & Sugar High — soul, classics, and modern favorites.
Sat, Apr 25
Final Saturday
Children's Entrepreneur Market — support young local business owners. Sierra Heights Harmony youth choir performs magical Disney music.
Stroll through a vibrant market full of unique handcrafted goods and one-of-a-kind treasures from local and regional artisans.
Follow the incredible aromas to a lineup of gourmet food trucks offering delicious culinary adventures in every bite.
Brass Ring Amusements brings the thrills — from a classic Ferris wheel to high-speed rides and games for all ages.
Two weekends of live music, karaoke competitions, dance performances, and a youth choir — something every night.
Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center — North Lot
Make the most of your RenoFest experience.
Buy wristbands early — save $5 per day by purchasing before April 16. The early bird price is $30 vs. $35 at the gate.
Hit Tasty Tuesday for the best food truck deals. Skip cooking and try the full lineup on Food Truck Alley.
Pet Day on Mondays is a blast — dress up your dog for the Fashion Fiesta costume contest. Local pet businesses bring great giveaways.
Thursday College Night has the SINGVAN karaoke competition. Come early for good spots — it gets packed by 8 PM.
The Children's Entrepreneur Market on April 25 is worth visiting even without kids. Local young business owners sell some genuinely cool stuff.
Keep exploring what Reno has to offer