Welcome to Carson Now’s 2026 Holiday Guide for Carson City, Carson Valley, Dayton, Virginia City, and everywhere in between.
Here you’ll find updated information about canned food drives, angel trees, toy drives, Thanksgiving dinner specials, the annual tree lighting festival, Santa Trains, new holiday events, and more!

Thanksgiving Day: November 26, 2026
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Season of Giving: Food Drives, Toy Drives and Angel Trees
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Angel Trees and Donation Drives Map
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December Holiday Celebrations
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Holiday Events & News for Carson City and the Carson Valley
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Join Attack on Hunger on November 11th as we come together to honor our veterans, celebrate our community, and enjoy an afternoon of family fun! We’re celebrating those who have served our […]
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Time & LocationNov 11, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM PSTReno Public Market, 299 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89502, USA About the EventThe Retro Radio Dolls and Reno Public Market are proud to present a special Veterans Day musical tribute. Join us for Songs of Service, Sacrifice & the American Spirit — an afternoon of […] |
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Time & LocationNov 14, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PMReno Public Market, 275 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89502, USA About the EventFREE HOT COCOA, specials from select Reno Public Market participants, Face Painting, and a choice raffle for prizes.Donate NEW underwear and socks along with your new or gently used jackets of all sizes to […] |
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November 15 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Join us for the 4th Annual Holiday Bazaar & Market! A fun-filled day of art, food, drinks, music & more! We will be featuring the art of over 20 local artists so you can do all your holiday shopping in one shop! Interested in participating? Sign up […] |
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The Carson City Navy League will conduct their Veteran’s Day Dinner at 1800 (6pm) on Wednesday, November 18, at the Fandango Casino, Carson City. Guest Speaker will be Captain Michael Haymon, USN, Commanding Officer Naval Air Station Fallon. Price for the Dinner is $45.00. Membership in the Navy League is free and open to all US […] |
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November 19 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm Buy tickets: https://events.breweryarts.org/events/breweryartscenter/2372154 The holidays have always had a way of bringing out the chaos, comedy, and heartfelt moments of coming home—and Home […] |
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We are so excited for the 11th Annual Carson Christmas Craft Fairs!Inside of the Carson City Community CenterEnjoy Christmas shopping from over 60+ local & unique Artisans, Crafters, Businesses, & […]
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Thanksgiving Donation for the Food Bank of Northern NevadaReno’s annual MO’s Thanksgiving Turkey Drop is returning to the community on November 21, bringing together local residents, radio personalities, and community partners […] |
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Featuring guest artists from Sacramento Ballet, talented local dancers, four spectacular performances, and a special sensory-friendly presentation of Nutcracker Sweets, November 27-29 in Carson City. This Thanksgiving weekend, a world of wonder […]
Holiday Pop-up Market at the Elk’s LodgeNovember 27–2910 AM – 3 PM dailyElks Lodge, 515 N. Nevada Street, Carson City, NV Kick off the holiday shopping season with us during this special […]
Buy tickets: https://events.breweryarts.org/events/breweryartscenter/2479706 November 27th, December 4th 7:00pm – 9:30pm November 28th, 29th, December 5th, December 6th 2:00pm – 4:30pm There is a timeless magic to the holiday season—a gentle pull […] |
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Featuring guest artists from Sacramento Ballet, talented local dancers, four spectacular performances, and a special sensory-friendly presentation of Nutcracker Sweets, November 27-29 in Carson City. This Thanksgiving weekend, a world of wonder […]
Featuring guest artists from Sacramento Ballet, talented local dancers, four spectacular performances, and a special sensory-friendly presentation of Nutcracker Sweets, November 27-29 in Carson City. This Thanksgiving weekend, a world of wonder […]
Featuring guest artists from Sacramento Ballet, talented local dancers, four spectacular performances, and a special sensory-friendly presentation of Nutcracker Sweets, November 27-29 in Carson City. This Thanksgiving weekend, a world of wonder […] |
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Featuring guest artists from Sacramento Ballet, talented local dancers, four spectacular performances, and a special sensory-friendly presentation of Nutcracker Sweets, November 27-29 in Carson City. This Thanksgiving weekend, a world of wonder […]
Holiday Pop-up Market at the Elk’s LodgeNovember 27–2910 AM – 3 PM dailyElks Lodge, 515 N. Nevada Street, Carson City, NV Kick off the holiday shopping season with us during this special […]
Buy tickets: https://events.breweryarts.org/events/breweryartscenter/2479706 November 27th, December 4th 7:00pm – 9:30pm November 28th, 29th, December 5th, December 6th 2:00pm – 4:30pm There is a timeless magic to the holiday season—a gentle pull […] |
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December 4 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm Join us for the annual tree lighting ceremony on the Capitol Grounds with the traditional caroling by the city’s 5th graders, sleigh […]
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December 4 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Register here: https://events.breweryarts.org/events/breweryartscenter/2437560Enjoy a fun and easy acrylic painting class as you follow along with instructor Debbie Corona in a relaxed and friendly […]
Buy tickets: https://events.breweryarts.org/events/breweryartscenter/2479706 November 27th, December 4th 7:00pm – 9:30pm November 28th, 29th, December 5th, December 6th 2:00pm – 4:30pm There is a timeless magic to the holiday season—a gentle pull […] |
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We are so excited for the 11th Annual Carson Christmas Craft Fairs!Inside of the Carson City Community CenterEnjoy Christmas shopping from over 60+ local & unique Artisans, Crafters, Businesses, & […]
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December 5 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pmRegister here: https://events.breweryarts.org/events/breweryartscenter/2386417 No experience needed for this fun, hands on workshop where you will create Christmas ornaments and personalized name tags from slabs […]
Buy tickets: https://events.breweryarts.org/events/breweryartscenter/2479706 November 27th, December 4th 7:00pm – 9:30pm November 28th, 29th, December 5th, December 6th 2:00pm – 4:30pm There is a timeless magic to the holiday season—a gentle pull […] |
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Buy tickets: https://events.breweryarts.org/events/breweryartscenter/2479706 November 27th, December 4th 7:00pm – 9:30pm November 28th, 29th, December 5th, December 6th 2:00pm – 4:30pm There is a timeless magic to the holiday season—a gentle pull […] |
