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RENO/SPARKS – Area events:
Motoring Tourist: National Parks Adventure exhibit, ongoing. This new exhibit at the National Automobile Museum shows the role that 1910s automobile-loving public played in the creation of a National Park-to-Park Highway. The public wanted to see the beautiful parks, but roads were inadequate at that time, and the proposed road paths would have disturbed the natural beauty. So, architects and artists were consulted, and the Highway was created through 11 western states, connecting 12 national parks. See early camping equipment and the autos used in the early 20th century. Admission: $4-$10. Hours: Mon-Sat from 9:30am-5:30pm and Sun from 10am-4pm.
775-333-9300
www.automuseum.org

Hot August Nights, Jul 30-Aug 8. This nationally recognized annual celebration of vintage music and autos features top entertainers of the ’50s and ’60s, car auctions, poker runs, drag races and parades. This event promises to be the best of the best for car-lovers everywhere.
www.hotaugustnights.net

Silver Dollar Car Classic, Jul 30-Aug 1. Event includes a spectacular fireworks show, treasure hunt, drive-in movie, champion speedway parade laps, contests and prizes.
www.silverdollarcar.com

The Mastercraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, Aug 14-18. The world’s best wake boarders come to Reno for a two-day nationally televised event.
www.visitreno
tahoe.com

Nevada State Fair, Aug 25-29. Go back to the good old days when agriculture was king and cotton candy was a special treat! You will find all the traditional livestock events and 4-H kids from all over Nevada. There’s a carnival midway and all those fun rides for kids and adults alike. Location: Reno Sparks Livestock Events Center. For more information:
775- 688-5767
www.nvstatefair.com

Burning Man, Aug 30-Sep 6. Once a year, tens of thousands of participants gather in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert just outside of Reno to create Black Rock City, dedicated to community, art, self-expression, and self-reliance. They depart one week later, having left no trace whatsoever. The art theme this year is Metropolis. Burning Man will inspect the daily course of the city life and the future prospect of civilization.
www.burningman.com

Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-Off, Sep 1-6. The biggest and most
prestigious rib cook-off competition in the United States features more than 20 cookers, 100 crafts booths, free entertainment including headliner acts nightly on the main stage all in the heart of downtown Sparks. The event draws more than 500,000 hungry visitors.
www.nuggetribcookoff.com 

The Great Reno Balloon Race, Sep 10-12. The Great Reno Balloon Race features the nation’s top balloonists competing in aerial events like the Hare and the Hound, Target Drop and Key Grab.
www.renoballoon.com  

Virginia City International Camel Races, Sep 10-12. While not known for their speed, these desert troopers hit the racetrack as a nostalgic reminder of the Comstock Lode’s bonanza days. This family event features camel and ostrich races for a hilarious good time.
www.visitvirginiacitynv.com

National Championship Air Races, Sep 15-19. The world’s longest running air race is a favorite among Reno locals and visitors alike. The nationally recognized event features a variety of race classes, military and historic airplane displays and aerobatics exhibitions.
www.airrace.org

Street Vibrations Fall Rally, Sep 22-26. Get your motor running with five days of motorcycle tours, live concerts and entertainment, ride-in shows, a parade, poker run and numerous vendors in Reno. Street Vibrations is H.O.G. heaven.

Reno Celtic Celebration, Oct 2-3.Music, dance, and athletic competition. Bagpipe bands play along with an assortment of dance troupes and Celtic music bands. Enjoy food, drink, and vendors with a variety of Celtic themed goods. Location: Bartley Ranch Regional Park.
www.renoceltic.org

Great Italian Festival, Oct 9-10. The annual installment of this proud celebration is held at the Eldorado Hotel Casino in downtown Reno. Activities include a grape-stomp, spaghetti eating contest, Italian food booths and entertainment.
www.eldoradoreno.com/events

GENOA – Events:
2nd Annual Genoa Old Time Music Festival, Aug 14. Enjoy old time music in Genoa’s Town Park, activities for kids, food and drink. Hours: 9am-7pm. Event is free.
775-782-8696 • www.genoanevada.org

Genoa Candy Dance, Sep 25-26. An unique craft fair in Genoa, Carson Valley awaits you. Hours: 9am-5pm. Wear walking shoes and get there early to get a good parking spot. 
www.genoanevada.org/candydancefaire.htm

DAYTON –
Wild West Shootout and Dayton Valley Sports Expo, Sep 16-19. Gun Dog Hunting Championships and the Dayton Valley Sports Expo. The Wild West Shootout is a timed trial competition that tests the skills of dog and hunter alike, and the winner takes a $10,000 purse.
www.wildwestshootout.com

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