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Blue Angels Roundup, Oktoberfest, Outhouse Races and more: Events happening in Carson City and nearby areas this weekend

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Repeats every day until Sun Oct 02 2022 .
September 30, 2022 (All day)
October 1, 2022 (All day)
October 2, 2022 (All day)

Happy Friday Carson City! Let's take a look at what is happening throughout the region during our first weekend of October.

All Weekend Long

  • Minden

Blue Angels return to Minden’s Bi-Annual Aviation Roundup Oct. 1 and 2

The Blue Angels will once again dance across the sky at the Minden-Tahoe Airport’s Aviation Roundup which takes place this year on Oct. 1 and 2.

The Minden-Tahoe Airshow is a bi-annual event showcasing airshow performers, aerobatic performers, military jet demonstrations, and more.

  • Carson City

Casino Fandango’s Oktoberfest returns this weekend to Carson City

Celebrate fall and the first days of October this Saturday and Sunday in Carson City at Casino Fandango during its annual Oktoberfest.

Bonanza Kennel Club AKC Dog Show returns to Carson City this weekend

Bonanza Kennel Club of Carson City will hold its annual AKC All-Breed Dog Shows, Obedience and Rally Trials at Fuji Park in Carson City Oct. 1-2, 2022. More than 750 dogs will be at the show.

  • Virginia City

Will they make it in time? Outhouse racers to roll through Virginia City this weekend

World championship competitions are celebrated around the globe. But in Virginia City, such competitions are taken to levels beyond the wild and unusual, such as the International Camel and Ostrich Races earlier this month.

This weekend is yet another example with the 33rd annual World Championship Outhouse Races.

Friday

  • Carson City

Acoustic Trio 'Sure Thing' at Bank Saloon in Carson City this Friday

The acoustic trio “Sure Thing” will appear at the Bank Saloon in Carson City on Friday, Sept. 30. The lineup features local musician Brother Dan Palmer, along with long time musical collaborators Phil Prunier and Jeff Laakso. The trio has been well received at exclusive private parties over the past few years, and this is their first public showing. It starts at 7 p.m.

Saturday

  • Carson City

Final Carson Farmers Market of the season is Saturday

The Carson Farmers Market ends this Saturday, October 1. This year was a busy one with new vendors and more customers. While it's sad to see another season wrap up, it has been a very successful year.

‘Mackey Day’ Mining Competition at the Sutro Tunnel to be held Saturday, Oct. 1

The Mackay Muckers, a competitive mining team from UNR, will be holding a mining competition at the Sutro Tunnel Site Saturday, October 1st at 10am.

The CHS Wrestling Boosters present 'Takedown the Block Party' at Carson City's The Tap

Please come and support the Carson High School Wrestling team! Join us Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, from 5 to 10 p.m. or until the beverages run out! The CHS Wrestling Boosters will be holding their fundraiser for the CHS Wrestling team at The Tap at Rice St., 211 Rice Street, Carson City.

  • Reno

Hot August Nights Fall Frenzy Show-n-Shine and Coat Drive Oct. 1

Hot August Nights closes out its 35th year with the Fall Frenzy Show-n-Shine taking place Oct. 1 at Baldini’s Casino from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The beloved event gives car enthusiasts and Hot August Nights participants the opportunity to showcase their classic vehicles one last time before the close of 2022 and while donating to a fall coat drive.

  • Gardnerville

Coffin races, scarecrow building and more comes to Gardnerville Main Street Fall Fest Oct. 1

Main Street Gardnerville is hosting its annual Fall Fest Saturday, Oct. 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Heritage Park.

There will be coffin races, scarecrow building, live music, dozens of local vendors, and much more.

  • Silver Springs

Silver Springs Airport Day happening this Saturday

Flying, food, folks and fun throughout the day on Saturday, Oct. 1 beginning at 7 a.m. Hot air balloon lift starts the day followed by airplanes on display, Shine & Show with other motor vehicles, remote controlled helicopter demos, risk management training for pilots, K-9 demo, food and craft vendors, police and fire displays and more.

  • Douglas County

Plant a Pollinator Garden in a Weekend Workshop

Join us for a 4 part workshop on how to Plan and Plant a Pollinator Garden in a weekend. Location: Douglas County Community Center, CVMC Room, Gardnerville. October 1 – General Pollinator Gardens

  • Virginia City

Fall art reception at St. Mary's in Virginia City

St. Mary's Art Center hosts the fall art reception, showcasing the new fall exhibitions by Paula Saponaro and Pura Vida Sierras Art. This free event celebrates intriguing, powerful work that is relevant and thought-provoking.

Sunday

  • Carson City

MidTown Marketplace in Carson City hosts DIY Class & Mimosa Brunch

Come make your very own spooky Halloween themed wood door sign at our upcoming DIY Class & Mimosa Brunch event. This event will be happening on Sunday Oct. 2nd from 10am-12pm.

Ongoing

Tours available in September, October at historic Nevada State Prison in Carson City

'Waste Aeon' art exhibition at Western Nevada College gallery turns trash into sculptures

In Kyle Karrasch’s "Waste Aeon" exhibition for CCAI, he brought his sculptures made of trash into the gallery.

The free exhibit is open to the public September 19 — December 20, 2022, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., in the Western Nevada College’s Bristlecone Gallery, 2201 West College Parkway, Carson City. Join CCAI for the opening reception, Friday, September 30, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Nevada Artists Association presents 'The Autumn Show' now through Oct. 21

Nevada Artists Association of Carson City, NV presents their newest show "Autumn Show" starting Saturday, September 10th! NAA is the largest respected Fine Art Gallery of Carson City and features several wonderful artists in several art mediums from paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery, glass, paper and more.

Minden's Kids and Horses program to host workshop for those living with dementia and their caretakers

Kids and Horses Therapeutic Riding Center, located at 2869 Esaw St. in Minden is hosting a series of workshops by Connected Horse, a research-based program designed to support people diagnosed in the early stages of dementia and their care partners. The fall workshops run for two consecutive Saturdays.

Did we miss anything? Please tell us in the comments below if there's anything we missed happening this weekend in Carson City and beyond!

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Carson Medical Group broke ground on their new 31,000 square foot facility off old Hot Springs Road in October 2022 and this June it will officially open its doors to patients.

The facility, located at 1946 Old Hot Springs Road, will house the primary care physicians, their Ear/Nose/Throat practice, as well as the CMG+ walk-in clinic.

The Nevada Artists Association is excited to announce two Featured Artist Shows beginning Saturday, May 4 by Carson City artists, Cynthia Brenneman and Bruce Nelson.

Dive into an ocean of adventure with Wild Horse Children's Theater as we embark on a journey under the sea in the upcoming production of Disney's "Finding Nemo, Jr." at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall in Carson City. This spectacular musical adaptation of the beloved Pixar movie promises to be a wave of fun, friendships, and heartwarming moments that the entire family will enjoy!

UPDATE THURSDAY: The Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the two people who died Wednesday morning following the two vehicle crash on I-580 in Carson City. They are Alejandra Hernandez Valtierra, 36, and Viola Santoyo Huizar, 48, both of Carson City.
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UPDATE 12:42PM: Southbound I-580 in Carson City was opened as of around 11 a.m., said a Nevada State Police spokeswoman, who provided more details of the fatal crash that happened early Wednesday morning.

Both the driver of a car and a truck involved in the crash died. Their names have not been released pending notification of family members. The car, which was going the wrong way — northbound in the southbound lane — struck the truck and caught on fire, according to a NSP preliminary investigation thus far. The vehicle makes are unknown at this time.

Dayton Elementary School in Lyon County was honored Wednesday along 13 other schools including Carson High in Carson City as a Nevada Purple Star School.

Schools receiving the designation have committed to supporting the educational and social-emotional needs of military-connected children and their families.

Junior Park Ranger Day is back this Saturday, April 27 at Riverview Park in Carson City.

Junior Park Ranger Day is an annual event dedicated to help kids complete their Junior Ranger Adventure Guides and be sworn in all in one day.

Carson City School District hosted a ceremony Wednesday morning with local dignitaries from the Nevada Department of Education and officers from local military bases. Carson High School was honored with a Nevada Purple Star School designation for supporting military-connected students and their families.

A 37-year-old man was arrested for suspicion of obstruction, trespassing and felony sex offender failing to register, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Laura Ricks, TOSA/Instructional Coach at Empire Elementary School, was honored as the Carson City School District’s Educator of the Year, at the Tuesday, April 23, school board meeting and annual event.

Additionally, Sandra Guzzetta, special education paraprofessional at Bordewich Bray Elementary School, was recognized as the Education Support Professional Employee of the Year, and Chelise Crookshanks, principal at Mark Twain Elementary School, was recognized as the district’s Administrator of the Year.

5th St View

Photos capturing the beautiful views in Carson City on Tuesday afternoon at 5th and Roop Street.

Tickets are now available for this summer’s Capital City Brewfest. This year’s event takes place June 22 on Curry Street at McFadden Plaza in Carson City. More than two dozen brewers, as well as several food trucks, will line the street from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Plus there will be live music on the McFadden Plaza stage.

The Carson City Planning Commission meeting will be held Wednesday, April 24 in the Bob Crowell Board Room of the Carson City Community Center located at 851 E. William St. at 5 p.m.

The agenda includes trail improvements, a therapeutic horse riding academy, a care facility and more.

Western Nevada College’s Veterans Resource Center and Wildcat Veterans Club invite the community to participate in a Walk for Hope on Wednesday, May 1, at 9 a.m.

It's an opportunity to bring awareness to the national and local issue of suicide and identify local resources and learning opportunities for prevention. Veterans and military personnel experience death by suicide at a rate that is about 1.5 times higher than civilian populations.

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.

Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space is looking for volunteers to help us clean up trash and other debris at the Carson Ridge Disc Golf Course on Saturday, May 4 from 10 a.m. to noon. Register today using the link here to spend a sunny day volunteering with your community.

Parent night series hosted by Carson City Juvenile Services will examine school absenteeism and attendance this Thursday, April 25. Parents, families and students are encouraged to attend.

At noon Friday April 26 on Paul Esswein’s radio program "A Masterclass for Master Plans" on KNVC 95.1 FM Carson City Community Radio, Carson High School AP students Bebe Keil and Tanner McCune will be his guests.

Prepare for a phenomenal adventure as the Twain Train VIP Excursion makes its triumphant return to the second annual Mark Twain Days Festival. Departing from the Eastgate Depot in Carson City on Friday, May 10 at 2:30 p.m., passengers will embark on a remarkable 24-mile round trip ride to Virginia City where they can experience various Mark Twain events.

Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team members, Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District and the USDA Forest Service, may burn piles this week at Lake Tahoe if conditions and weather are favorable. Smoke will be present.

The Nevada Department of Transportation will host a virtual meeting and in-person public meetings to gather public feedback on proposed options for improving US-395 between southern Carson City and the Nevada-California border at Topaz Lake.

ALAMO, Nev. — The Nevada Department of Wildlife is seeking the public’s help in identifying two individuals responsible for illegally releasing approximately 25 turkeys onto the Key Pittman Wildlife Management Area on April 9, 2024.

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BAYA is taking over the MAC in Carson City for an all out volleyball battle royal. With 4 courts in action, all skill levels are welcome and matched with players at the same level.

A 43-year-old man was arrested Friday for suspicion indecent exposure, a gross misdemeanor offense, and felony Department of Alternative Sentencing violation, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

It’s spawning day at the Lahontan National Fish Hatchery Complex, and volunteers clad in rubber boots and jackets move quickly around the south Gardnerville building, fishing nets in hand.

Important Qualities in Elected Officials

Attend the April 27th workshop at 9am – Qualities of an Effective Elected Official.

There are still a few spaces left for the "Victorian Secrets With Tea" on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The deadline for signing up has been extended to Thursday, April 25. The Carson City Historical Society (CCHC) presents this afternoon tea in the Carriage House behind the Foreman-Roberts Historic House at 1207 Carson Street, Carson City.

Every month, the Park Rangers offer various Ranger-Led programs that include educational opportunities, historical fun, and exciting adventures. All programs are offered for free and take place in one of the many Carson City parks and open space areas.

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Carson City will host its first "Walking as One at 1" labyrinth walk on Saturday, May 4 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at 314 N. Division at Telegraph.

"Walking as One at 1" happens on World Labyrinth Day each year where participants across the globe engage in a labyrinth walk at 1 p.m. local time. This synchronized practice creates a 24-hour rolling wave of peaceful energy that passes from one time zone to the next across the world. The idea is to collectively contribute to a sense of unity and harmony.

The wise early settlers of Carson City made sure future residents would enjoy the beauty and the endless benefits that come with the planting of trees. What was then but a barren high-desert sagebrush landscape, is today a celebration of the hardiness of trees as well as the early settlers.

On Friday, April 26 at 1 p.m., the Washoe Valley Forum hosts a living history presentation, “The Reno Cure.” Local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff assume the fictive characters of wrangler Clive, and cook/housekeeper Vivian, that worked at a Washoe Valley “divorce ranch” from the 1940s to 1960s.