Holiday Activities in Reno

Kick off the month of December with the holiday spirit. Enjoy many holiday activities in and around the Reno area. There are free Christmas concerts, shows, and events including the Sparks Hometowne Christmas Celebration, the Holiday Gingerbread Festival at the Wilbur D. May Center, and the Lights of Tanea. Whether you are interested in Christmas lights, music, or finding a unique handmade craft for that special Christmas gift, Christmas in Nevada is fun for all ages.  Read on to find out more.

Sparks Hometowne Christmas Celebration

Where: City of Sparks, NV

When: December 5^th and 6^th

About

This year’s theme is “It’s Happening Here All Year Round: A Celebration of Our Hometowne Events!” The Sparks Hometowne Christmas Celebration includes the annual Christmas Parade, the Tree Lighting Ceremony, Santa’s Village, Craft Faire, Community Faire, the City of Sparks Toy Drive, the 39North Pole Musical Mistletoe Stage, and don’t forget the Ugly Sweater Run.

For days and times of all events visit: http://www.cityofsparks.us/christmasparade

Holiday Gingerbread Festival at the Wilbur D. May Center

Where:1595 N. Sierra Street, Reno, NV

When: Saturday, December 13th

Time: Noon – 3PM

About

Join the Holiday Gingerbread House contest and have your gingerbread creation put on display at the Holiday Gingerbread Festival Saturday December 13^th. The event also features holiday musical school performances, and arts and crafts.

For more information visit: http://www.washoecounty.us/repository/files/28/2014%20Entry%20Form%207th%20Annual%20Gingerbread%20Contest%20BC%20RSVD%2011-17-2014.pdf

Lights of Tanea

Where: South Reno, 16180 Tanea Drive

When:  Friday November 28^th – Wednesday December 31st

About

Enjoy a holiday light show complete with synchronized music. Lights of Tanea collects non-perishable food items for Evelyn Mount’s Outreach Program, and cash donations and reusable clothing for Friends of Multiple Sclerosis.

For more information visit: http://lightsoftanea.com/directions-info/

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