Family-friendly events for March 26-31 around Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 03/27/2024 - 11:15am
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Mar 31 2024 .
March 26, 2024 (All day)
March 27, 2024 (All day)
March 28, 2024 (All day)
March 29, 2024 (All day)
March 30, 2024 (All day)
March 31, 2024 (All day)
Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around the capital city.
- Tuesday, March 26
Open Play at Messy Kids Art School
Includes babe area climbing structures for ages 0-2 and gross motor climbing structures for ages 2-8. Dramatic play town, occasional indoor bouncy house and ball pit, open art studio, caregivers internet lounge and coffee bar. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ages 1 and up $10 with siblings half off after first child.
Baby Bookworms Storytime at the Carson City Library
For children ages 0-24 months; join in for weekly stories, songs and structured free play time from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
- Wednesday, March 27
Open Play at Messy Kids Art School
Includes babe area climbing structures for ages 0-2 and gross motor climbing structures for ages 2-8. Dramatic play town, occasional indoor bouncy house and ball pit, open art studio, caregivers internet lounge and coffee bar. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ages 1 and up $10 with siblings half off after first child.
Grown Up and Guppies at the Carson City Aquatic Center
Head over to the Carson City Aquatics Center every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. for Grown ups and Guppies. Making the water fun for your guppy is the most important step in preparing for swim lessons. This class is designed to acquaint adult and child wild play activities and to teach very basic fundamental skills. The course is parent-driven, under the supervision of an instructor. No registration required. Class is limited to 12 adult/child pairs on a first-come first served basis. For ages 6 months to 4 years.
Storytime Wednesdays at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada
Join in for weekly storytime with an accompanying craft each Wednesday. Recommended for children ages 1 - 6. All included with museum admission.
Art Studio Craft Classes at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada
Drop-in art studio every Wednesday and Friday from 2 - 4 p.m. Creative art studio projects are included with museum admission. All ages welcome. Additional crafts are available for cost.
Lego Club at the Carson City Library
For elementary school aged children. Build self-led creations through hands-on learning with Lego education materials. No registration is required. From 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Bedtime Bears Storytime at the Carson City Library
For kids of all ages: Join us every Wednesday night for stories, songs and crafts designed to help kids wind down at the end of the day. From 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Thursday, March 28
Open Play at Messy Kids Art School
Includes babe area climbing structures for ages 0-2 and gross motor climbing structures for ages 2-8. Dramatic play town, occasional indoor bouncy house and ball pit, open art studio, caregivers internet lounge and coffee bar. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ages 1 and up $10 with siblings half off after first child.
Big Kid Butterflies Storytime at the Carson City Library
For children ages 1 to 5; join for weekly stories, songs and crafts. No registration is required. 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Easter Basket decorating at the Carson City Library
Come make an Easter Basket in preparation for our annual egg hunt Thursday, March 28th 12pm-2pm in the Digi. Paper bags will be provided and you can decorate them with markers and stickers! For kids 12 and under. No registration required.
Open STEM Lab Thursdays at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada
The STEM Classroom is open every Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. for funny educational, weekly activities. All included with museum admission. All ages welcome.
Fingerboarding Club at the Carson City Library
Enjoy doing tricks and having fun with miniature skateboards. A table will be set up with a skatepark for an hour of fnigerboarding. Fingerboards will be provided but feel free to bring your own. Open to patrons 14 and up. No registration required. From 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- Friday, March 29
Ski With A Ranger offered Fridays at Lake Tahoe's Heavenly Mountain Resort
Tours will depart from Tamarack Lodge at the top of the Heavenly Gondola every Friday, weekly at 1 p.m. The tours last approximately one hour and will continue through March 29, conditions and weather permitting.
Art Studio Craft Classes at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada
Drop-in art studio every Wednesday and Friday from 2 - 4 p.m. Creative art studio projects are included with museum admission. All ages welcome. Additional crafts are available for cost.
- Saturday, March 30
Chess Club for all ages at the Carson City Library
Stop by and play chess, or learn to play chess, at the Carson City Library every Saturday from 12 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. All skill levels are welcome.
Easter Egg Hunt at the Carson City Library
Join us for our annual egg hunt from 11 am. to 12 p.m. Look for eggs all around the outside of the library to celebrate Easter. Open to kids 12 and under. No registration required.
Easter Bunny Pictures March 16, 23, 24 & 30
Easter Bunny photos are taking place at the Carson Mall from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The annual Eggstravaganza at the Nevada State Railroad Museum is back this year with even more activities. Join in the annual egg hunt, find secret hidden eggs inside the museum, enjoy art projects, animal experiences, and more.
Annual Carson City Underwater Egg Hunt
The annual Underwater Egg Hunt at the Carson City Aquatic Facility is back for another year Saturday, March 30.
This is a free event for all ages, but registration is required ahead of time.
Egg Hunts, Easter Adventure at Chocolate Nugget
On Saturday, March 30, from 9 am - 6 pm, the Chocolate Nugget Candy Factory opens its doors for a FREE community event that promises to be the highlight of your Easter celebrations. Located at 611 US-395 in New Washoe City, NV, this event is not just about chocolate; it’s a full-day experience that brings together the magic of Easter and the joy of community.
Easter Egg Hunt at Washoe Lake on March 30, 2024
Fun for all ages! The South Valley Volunteer Fire Department is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt in the park! The Easter Bunny arrives at 12 p.m. and the hunt starts at 12:30 sharp. Kids can search and collect candy-filled plastic eggs. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Please plan to arrive early, as parking spots fill quickly. The South Valley Volunteer Fire Department is asking for a minimum $5 donation at the park entrance to help cover the cost of supplies.
Community Easter Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza
Join Mountain Vista Baptist Church in Carson City for our Easter Eggstravaganza, March 30 from 10 a.m. to noon. We will have egg hunts broken up by age groups, popcorn, cookies, cotton candy, hot cocoa, and coffee. There will be fun crafts, bounce houses, other games, and the Easter Bunny. Egg hunt times by age group: Age 0-3 AND 7-10 will start at 10:30; Age 4-6 AND 11-17 will start at 11. This is a family friendly event for all ages. 1750 Mountain Street, Carson City.
- Sunday, March 31
The annual Eggstravaganza at the Nevada State Railroad Museum is back this year with even more activities. Join in the annual egg hunt, find secret hidden eggs inside the museum, enjoy art projects, animal experiences, and more.
Easter Brunch and Egg Hunt at Glen Eagles
Head down to Glen Eagles Restaurant from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. for Easter Brunch, with a public egg hunt that begins at 2 p.m. on the lawn.
Did we miss any? Send any family-friendly event information to kelsey@carsonnow.org, or comment below!
