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Photos, video show last day of Santa Train at railroad museum in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/18/2022 - 1:54pmEvents and Happenings for Sunday, December 22 in the Carson City region
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 12/22/2019 - 12:00amHappy Sunday Carson City! There’s only a few days left before Christmas, are you ready?
Check below to see what events we have going today in the Carson City region!
Sunday, December 22
Santa Train, Live Music, Skating and more: Events for the Carson City region for Saturday, Dec. 21
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/20/2019 - 7:45pmHappy Saturday Carson City, and Happy Winter Solstice! Are you all geared up for the holiday season? We've got some great events happening this weekend throughout the region, check them out below!
'Unsilent Night' and holiday bells at BAC, toy drive, Santa Train and more: Carson City region readies for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 12/19/2019 - 7:10pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a mountain of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include a toy and gift drive for homeless kids and teens, the 12th annual Christmas Carol Playalong for Strings at the Carson Mall, Carson City’s first-ever "Unsilent Night" at the Brewery Arts Center, a Só Sol dinner with entertainment at Sassafras, a "Pink Party" cancer center fundraiser at the Lighthouse Bar, comedian Dan St. Paul at the Carson Comedy Club and more.
Events and Happenings in Carson City for Sunday, Dec. 15
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/14/2019 - 10:19pmHappy Sunday Carson City! I don't know about you, but I've had it with this cold weather already! Here are some great events to defy the cold, check below to see what's going on in the Carson City region for Sunday, Dec. 15!
Sunday, December 15
Homestead Holidays, Candy Cane express and more: events and happening in Carson City for Saturday, Dec. 14
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/13/2019 - 11:04pmHappy Saturday Carson City! It’s going to be a festive holiday-themed day, so check below to see what great events we have going on today!
Saturday, December 14
Christmas Food Drive, Homestead Holidays at Silver Saddle Ranch, Santa Train rides and more: Carson City region readies for busy weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 12/12/2019 - 8:13pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the KTVN Share Your Christmas Food Drive at the Governor's Mansion in Carson City and at Minden's Carson Valley Inn, Homestead Holidays at the Silver Saddle Ranch and more. The Polar Express Train Rides are sold out for the rest of the year, but Santa Train express rides are steaming up at the Nevada State Railroad Museum over the weekend. Read on for details.
Carson City's railroad museum offers ‘Pajama Train’ for kids with health concerns
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/10/2019 - 10:58amCARSON CITY — The holiday season generally doesn’t lack in opportunities for children to have fun, with numerous special events and activities open to all. For children who are battling cancer or those with compromised immune systems, those opportunities aren’t nearly as great.
Festival of Lights, Project Empty Bowls, Santa train and more: Carson City region readies for festive weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 12/05/2019 - 7:01pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of holiday events around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the Silver and Snowflake Festival of Lights, the 24th annual Parade of Lights in Gardnerville, the annual Project Empty Bowls dinner held at the Carson Mall, a Holiday Crawl in downtown Carson City and much more! The Santa Train will roll into the Carson City Railroad Museum for weekend train rides. Visit the 2019 Santa Events Roundup below for more information.
Santa Trains steam up for 35th year starting this weekend at Carson City railroad museum
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/02/2019 - 1:46pmThe Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City launches its 35th year of Santa Train the weekend of Dec. 7 and tickets are available online and at the museum’s depot now.
Carson City Santa Events Roundup for 2019: How, when and where you can find Old St. Nick
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/23/2019 - 12:18pmWhile it isn't quite Christmas-weather yet, I'm assuming at some point it will get cold and we can finally get into the upcoming holiday spirit! When that time comes, there are a ton of great Santa-related events going on in Carson City for you and the little ones to enjoy.
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Dec. 23
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/22/2018 - 9:11pmLet the countdown begin. Tomorrow is Christmas Eve!
This is the last day to see Santa Claus at the Carson Mall and aboard the Santa Train at the Nevada State Railroad Museum.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 22
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/21/2018 - 9:14pmBid farewell to Autumn, because today is the first full day of Winter.
This is also the last weekend before Christmas Day, which means the last Santa Trains of the season at the Nevada Railroad Museum. Santa Claus also leaves his North Pole headquarters at the Carson Mall Sunday in preparation for his big night.
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Dec. 16
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/15/2018 - 11:04pmChristmas is getting closer, and in Carson City, that means holiday trains. From the V&T Railway's Polar Express to the Nevada State Railroad Museum's Santa Train, rails around the state capital are busy delivering Saint Nicholas to children and spreading Christmas cheer.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 15
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/14/2018 - 8:54pmThere are only two more Saturdays until Christmas, and Santa Claus is back in Carson City again this weekend ahead of the big holiday.
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Dec. 9
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/08/2018 - 9:38pmThe Christmas spirit is very present around Carson City these days with just over two weeks remaining before the big day.
Santa Train opens 34th season at the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/08/2018 - 4:45pmHoliday magic has returned to the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City, where the Santa Train has pulled into Wabuska Station for the next three weekends before Christmas.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 8
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/07/2018 - 8:37pmYou better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout, I'm telling you why: Because Santa Claus is coming to Carson City!
Santa Trains steam up for 34th year at Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 11/30/2018 - 10:38amThe Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City launches its 34th year of Santa Train the weekend of Dec. 8 and tickets are available now.
All Aboard Carson City: Nevada Railroad Museum announces dates, tickets for Santa Train
Submitted by editor on Thu, 11/08/2018 - 10:01amThe Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City has set the dates for its 34th year of Santa Train, an annual holiday tradition that spans generations.
‘Story Time’ a hit at Carson City's Nevada State Railroad Museum
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/05/2018 - 12:27pmWhen the Carson City Library was undergoing renovations earlier this year, it outsourced its “Story Time” program for youngsters to other locations, including the Nevada State Railroad Museum.
Sunday, Dec. 17: Holiday happenings and more around Carson City and beyond
Submitted by editor on Sun, 12/17/2017 - 7:20amIt’s beginning to look, and sound, a lot like Christmas. Let the Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble entertain you with the in the warmth and magic of the holiday season during their free Winter Wandering concerts. ‘Elf’ is a modern holiday classic, and you’ll find it on the big screen today and Wednesday at the Galaxy Theater. Track down Santa at the Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada; a family membership to the museum makes a great gift for anyone with little ones. Keep reading for even more Sunday fun day activities.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Dec. 16 - 17
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 12/15/2017 - 9:51pmSanta comes in all shapes, sizes, and apparently, vehicles. Hop aboard the Santa Train at the Nevada Railroad Museum. It’s an out-of-this-world Alien Santa at the annual Zen Christmas at A to Zen. A cookie-loving Santa can be found at Adele’s during their annual toy drive for the Ron Wood Resource Center. If your ‘kids’ are the four-legged kind, then head over to PetSmart or Paws to Pur-fection Dog Grooming for your holiday photos. In addition to the Santa-mania, you’ll find a downtown Carson Beer Crawl, two plays at the Brewery Arts Center, and plenty of music.
All Aboard: Last weekend of Santa Train at Carson City's Railroad Museum
Submitted by editor on Tue, 12/12/2017 - 12:51pmThe Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City will conclude its 33rd year of Santa Train this Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 16-17.
Sunday, Dec. 10: Happenings and things to do around Carson City and beyond
Submitted by editor on Sun, 12/10/2017 - 6:35amYou are in for a Holiday Treat today; the annual Carson City Symphony Winter Concert with Victorian Dancers in beautiful costumes takes to the stage. Take in a play at the Brewery Arts Center or play BINGO at the Senior Center. The Santa Train, the Living Nativity at the Methodist Church, and a remembrance ceremony at Walton’s Chapel are on the list, too. Sunday’s aren’t sleepy this time of year, so read on and take a look at your options.
Santa Train, Christmas season is full steam ahead in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/09/2017 - 1:00pmA Carson City Christmas tradition for more than three decades, the annual Santa Train has hit full steam at the Nevada State Railroad Museum (NSRM), located at 2180 South Carson Street.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Dec. 9 - 10
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 12/08/2017 - 7:29pmThe Carson City area is awash in entertainment, shopping, and family-friendly options this weekend. Santa Claus is popping up all over, including at Benson Feed for the annual CASI Pet Photos with St. Nick and aboard the train at our Railroad Museum’s Santa Train. The musical ‘Honk, Jr’ for the young ones and Love/Sick for the older crowd are on the stage at the Brewery Arts Center. Spend the day at the Silver Saddle Ranch: their annual Holiday Open House is the perfect time to explore their trails and learn more about the working ranch’s preservation.
Wednesday, Dec. 6: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Tue, 12/05/2017 - 11:27pmThe weekend is coming and bringing with it the annual Silver Saddle Ranch Open House, the Methodist Church’s Drive-Through Living Nativity, the return of the
Holiday happenings, celebrations around Carson City and beyond now through Christmas
Submitted by editor on Sun, 12/03/2017 - 4:28pmWith December arriving we are counting the days until Christmas. So deck the halls, get some jingle bells and wassail away this holiday season. Here's what's happening now through Christmas around Carson City, Carson Valley, Dayton and Virginia City areas.
Sunday, Dec. 3: Things to do around Carson City and beyond
Submitted by editor on Sun, 12/03/2017 - 11:31amEven Santa Claus enjoys his time aboard Carson City's famed trains. With appearances at the Brewery Arts Center, Santa can be found throughout the area, including the Nevada Railroad Museum. Elsewhere, let the arrows fly during the Clearcreek Bowmen’s Holiday with a Hero fundraising 3-D shoot. Enjoy a Small Town Christmas in Dayton this evening. The festivities take place in ‘Our Park,’ at the western edge of town. An ugly sweater contest, hot chocolate, caroling, tree lighting and home-town fun are on the menu. Keep reading, there’s even more in store for today.