Looking for a kid friendly experience? If you live near Reno then you’ve heard of Circus Circus. The third largest hotel in downtown Reno, it is home to 1,572 rooms and a 65,000 square foot, kid-friendly casino. There is never too much excitement to be had in the Reno/Sparks area for kids, teens, seniors, and adults alike. Come one, come all and engage in larger than life entertainment for all ages. Treat yourself and your family to Family Fridays with Circus Circus.

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When you think of Nevada you may think of big city gambling, but there is no doubt art and culture are alive and well in the Reno/Sparks area. From community theater groups to the big Vegas stages there is all sorts of entertainment and culture. Check out some of the arts and cultural events and opportunities below.

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Everybody appreciates a good looking automobile. It is a work of art and fine technology. If you’re looking for something to do in the Reno area check out the automobile museum. It is not merely a car museum. You can stroll along the cobblestone-street scenes and even don period costumes for pictures in the photo car. No need to leave the area for a day of fun and wonder, spend the day visiting the National Automobile Museum.

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Sports are a multi-billion dollar global industry. With that said, you know there are a lot of sports fans out there. A lot is an understatement. For you northern Nevada native sports fans and others around the Reno/Sparks area, you have your very own Pacific League team: the Aces. The Pacific League consists of 16 teams and is affiliated with Major League Baseball. The Aces are a top affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks and are members of the Pacific North division which includes the Tacoma Rainiers, Sacramento River Cats, and the Fresno Grizzlies. So for you sports lovers in the area, go on out and cheer for the Aces.

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The drab months of winter are a perfect time to indulge your hobbies, develop new hobbies, and learn about new and interesting things. There are so many things to learn about in your local area including Lake Tahoe. It is a beautiful body of water, and a venue for relaxation, fishing, water sports, fun and sun, but it is so much more. Check out the UCDavis Tahoe Environmental Research Center to learn all about your beautiful Lake Tahoe.

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Tired of being stuck in the house after the holidays? Feeling the need for some sun, fun, and fresh air? There is plenty to do around the Reno/Sparks area for the avid outdoors person. There is even a place you can bring your dogs, kids, and snow toys for a day of winter fun. Enjoy a variety of outdoor winter activities at the Tahoe Meadows snow play area.

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Do you love watching movies? Do you watch your favorite movies over and over? Do you want to get out of the house but stay warm? Indulge yourself. There are numerous movie houses in the Reno/Sparks area, from simple and cheap, to more pricey and plush.  You can hop from theater to theater or take in a show while enjoying coffee houses, patronizing local shops, or stopping for a meal at a restaurant in the Riverwalk District. Are you a movie buff? Indulge yourself.

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Shows, gambling, and all kinds of partying can be found in Reno for the adult this New Year’s Eve, but are you looking for family oriented ways to ring in the New Year? If so, Reno hasn’t forgotten about you. Read on to found out ways to ring in the New Year with your family in the Reno/Sparks area.

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Enjoy the last few days before Christmas without spending any money. Take in all the different festive, fun, and cheery lit up holiday decorations at businesses, shopping centers, city centers, neighborhoods, and elsewhere. Visit the town Christmas trees and get back in touch with the real meaning of Christmas. Read on to find out where to see Christmas lights in the Reno/Sparks area.

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There are many things to do during the holiday season, shop for gifts, wrap gifts, decorate, enjoy the festive lights, visit friends and family, attend Christmas concerts, plays, parties, other functions, and more. But a fun thing to do that might have slipped your mind (pardon the pun) is ice skating, and the Reno area has rinks to accommodate. So, if you’re looking for something outdoorsy and festive to do try ice skating for holiday fun.

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