Good morning Carson City, it is Saturday, May 23, 2026. We’re looking at sunny skies today with light southwest wind becoming west 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon. Here’s what’s happening around the capital city this Memorial Day holiday weekend, including the Rockin’ Rib-Fest at Casino Fandango from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. today and Sunday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday. The Memorial Day weekend festival takes place on the 3rd floor parking garage and features national champion rib cookers, arts and craft vendors, a beer garden and live entertainment.
TODAY’S EVENTS
Events for May 23, 2026
Hollow Mountain Workshops for Kids during the Month of May
Brewery Arts Center 449 W King St, Carson City
CONNECTIONS at Schat’s Bakery Every Saturday
Come Join the Conversation! Meet new people, have fun, and feel inspired. CONNECTIONS brings people together from all walks of life and all ages to hear and share life stories, […]
Coffee & Conversation
Coffee and ConversationJoin like-minded neighbors at Carson City Democratic Headquarters each Saturday from 9:00a.m. to 11:00am for conversations on the topics of the day and your favorite morning beverage.502 E. John St. […]
Art with Dana Childs – Channeling Georgia – Watercolor Workshop
Register here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/breweryartscenter/2141203 Step into the intimate, magnified world of Georgia O’Keeffe, where flowers become vast landscapes of color, form, and quiet mystery. In this immersive watercolor workshop, we channel the […]
Guided Historic Tours of Nevada State Prison Beginning May 2nd through October 24th
Guided Historic Day Tours @ Nevada State Prison Step inside one of the most storied sites in the American West. The Nevada State Prison, open from 1862 to 2012, played […]
“Veteran’s Speak Out” Rally May 23rd in Carson City to Honor Fallen Soldiers
Indivisible Carson City (INVCC) is offering memorial art, music, a tribute to fallen soldiers, and veterans speaking out about the war and cuts to military benefits at its “Veterans Speak […]
Save Our Children Rally – Every Saturday 10am to 2pm
To bring accountability and justice to the people in the government not being held accountable. This is not a red or blue event. Both sides coming together to bring awareness […]
Saturday STEAM at the Carson City Library Every Saturday
Carson City Library 900 N Roop, Carson CitySaturday STEAM at the LibrarySaturdays | 10:30 – 11:30 AM Join us every Saturday for hands-on fun with STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math)! Each week we’ll explore a new […]
Grill, Chill & PLay: Memorial Day Weekend Family Giveaway in Carson City hosted by The Northern Nevada Dream Center
Carson City, NV — Get ready for a fun-filled kickoff to Memorial Day weekend! The Northern Nevada Dream Center is hosting a special community giveaway on Saturday, May 23rd from 11:00 […]
Road to Terminus: The Art of Candace Garlock – FREE Artist Reception
Reception – May 23 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Exhibition Dates – May 10th thru June 28th 2026 “My Road to Terminus Collection embodies the endless journey of arrivals and departures—an ongoing […]
Chess Club at the Carson City Library on Saturday’s
Carson City Library 900 N Roop, Carson CityStop by and play chess (or learn to play chess) at the Carson City Library every Saturday from 12PM-3:45PM. All skill levels welcome!
Featured Artist Show for Raindog |NAA Gallery
Nevada Artists Association Gallery 449 W King Street, Carson CityAbstract artist, Raindog is a Featured Artist in the NAA Gallery through June 19.Gallery hours are Tuesday-Sunday, 12-4 pm. Be sure to visit.
Featured Artist Show for Andrew C. Strom | NAA Gallery
Nevada Artists Association Gallery 449 W King Street, Carson CityPhotographer, Andrew C. Strom is a Featured Artist in the NAA Gallery through June 19.Gallery hours are Tuesday-Sunday, 12-4 pm. Be sure to visit.
Nevada Artists Association: Out of the Box Show |NAA Gallery
Nevada Artists Association Gallery 449 W King Street, Carson CityThe Out of the Box Show is on exhibit at the Nevada Artists Association Gallery through June 19. Be sure to visit and vote for Peoples Choice. 449 W. King Street, Carson City. […]
Wiley’s Wellness Sanctuary Upcoming Events!
Wiley’s Wellness Sanctuary 1049 S Carson Street, Carson CityA few beautiful shifts are happening at Wiley’s Wellness Sanctuary this week Tomorrow, May 20th at 5pm, join us for our Charging & Cleansing Your Crystals Workshop — a gentle and […]
Paintings from the 1970’s on the Comstock – JoAnne Johnson Beck
Silver City Schoolhouse 385 High Street, Silver CityWhen: May – JulyReception: May 9, 4-6 pmSaturday afternoons 2-4 pm during library hoursWhere: Silver City Schoolhouse, 385 High Street, Silver City, NV The Silver City Preservation Society is pleased to present a show of paintings by JoAnne Johnson Beck. The work was created in the early 1970s when Beck lived in Gold Hill and contributed artwork to the […]
Daylight Karaoke at Polecat Tavern Saturdays May 9th and 23rd!
Polecat Tavern 260 W Winnie Ln, Carson CityWhy wait until dark to go out and sing Karaoke? How about an Afternoon Delight singing Karaoke? Join with your fellow Karaoke friends on Saturday afternoons, May 9th & 23rd at 2:00pm for some […]
Crystal Bead Jewelry Making Workshop | Wiley’s Wellness Sanctuary
There’s something deeply grounding about creating with your hands. This Saturday at Wiley’s, we’re gathering around trays of AAA+ grade therapeutic crystal beads to create jewelry with intention — pieces that […]
Prime Rib Night
Make dinner the best part of the week. Join us for Prime Rib Night at Seven 7 Grille featuring a 12oz slow-roasted Prime Rib, carved to order and served with rich jus, your choice of soup or salad, and your favorite side — all for $34.99. Good food, familiar faces, and a weekly tradition worth […]
Hollow Mountain Workshops: Skill building for toddlers, kids and teens across creative, practical and academic topics
Brewery Arts Center 449 W King St, Carson CityApril 27 @ 4:30 pm – May 30 @ 12:30 pm We believe that kids and teens have deep capacities for empathy, intelligence, and critical thinking, but they are being […]
May Events at Bella Vita at The Creek!
Bella Vita at the Creekside 1795 E. College Parkway, Carson CityHere is a list of events that would be held at Bella Vita at the creek for the month of May.
Classic Vinyl Live “FX” Music at Polecat Tavern – Saturday May 23rd at 6:30pm
Join us on Saturday, May 23rd at 6:30 PM for an unforgettable evening that promises to transport you through seven decades of your favorite tunes! Dust off your dancing shoes and prepare […]
PPI Presents: Little Shop of Horrors
Brewery Arts Center 449 W King St, Carson CityMay 22, May 23, May 29, May 30, June 5, June 6 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pmMay 24, May 31, June 7 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm Get tickets: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/breweryartscenter/2140826 Set in a struggling flower shop […]
Sonik Rewind at RPM
Time & LocationMay 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMReno Public Market, 299 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89502, USA About the EventSonik Rewind is a professional classic rock & blues band in Lake Tahoe CA. with a powerful lead vocals & great dance songs for all! The band is a collaboration of years of experience […]
Miki Rae LIVE on the Patio | Electric Ukulele Nights | The Tap Shack
Sweet voice. Savage strings. Electric ukulele energy. Miki Rae returns to The Tap Shack patio on Saturday, May 23 at 7PM for a night of island soul, rock spirit, and unforgettable live […]
Craig Fletcher Memorial Day Weekend Saturday Night Performance at Gina’s Good Life Music & Lounge
Saturday, May 31 – Craig Fletcher | Music Starts at 7:30 PM Sometimes the best nights happen when great musicians step up at exactly the right moment. Due to a last-minute cancellation, […]
