Love a fair
Expect “a veritable smorgasbord” of experiences at the official State Fair of Nevada, which returns to Reno after a 16-year hiatus. The fair will showcase the state’s rich heritage and agricultural roots with events such as the Nevada Junior Livestock Show; the University of Nevada, Reno Extension’s 4-H Expo; the Nevada Governor’s Livestock Sale of Champions; Next Generation Youth Bull Riding; and a farmers’ market emphasizing Nevada-grown products. Other highlights include an art show, contests, carnival rides, entertainment and the opening night concert featuring Americana artist Caleb Montgomery. Fair hours are 4 to 11 p.m., Thursday-Saturday, June 11-13, at the Nevada State Fairgrounds (Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center), 1350 N. Wells Ave. General admission tickets are $12 for adults and $7 for kids age 12 and younger. Tickets for Opening Day and the Caleb Montgomery concert on June 11 are $12-$15. All-inclusive wristbands are $50 for adults and $30 for kids. Carnival rides are $8 per ride or $35 for a wristband. Learn more at www.statefair.nv.gov.
Concurrently, the Nevada State Fair (which is independently organized and not a state-sponsored event) will take place in Carson City. This community fair features carnival rides and games, the Children’s Entrepreneur Market, live music and other entertainment, as well as plenty of carnival fare. Fair hours are 1 to 10 p.m., Thursday, June 11; and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday, June 12, through Sunday, June 14, at Mills Park, 1111 E. William St., Carson City. Admission is free. There is also free parking at Mills Park and Carson High School, 1111 N. Saliman Road. You can purchase unlimited ride wristbands for $35 at the fair kiosks or $30 in advance. Visit nevadastatefair.org for more information.
It’s in the can
Reno Bike Project, The Holland Project and Craft Wine and Beer will hold their eighth annual summer kickoff and beer release bash Tri-Lab. The collaborative street party features games and raffles, food and dessert trucks, a local business market, DJs from KWNK Community Radio, and performances by local bands Tiger Lord and tightwire. The free, all-ages event takes place from 4 to 9 p.m., Thursday, June 11, at Craft Wine and Beer, 22 Martin St. Live music starts at 7:30 p.m. Attendees 21 and older can pick up a six pack of this year’s limited edition beer release, a Japanese-style rice lager made by Bristlecone Brewery featuring artwork by Kai Morikawa on the cans. Proceeds from beer sales and the event directly benefit Holland and the Reno Bike Project. Go to hollandreno.org/events/tri-lab-2026 for info.
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Get your kicks
Reno Pro Soccer invites local soccer fans to gather at Reno Public Market for a series of FIFA World Cup 2026 watch parties, which will include raffles, prizes, drink specials and opportunities to learn more about the soccer club and its plans for the region. Reno Pro Soccer representatives will host information tables and prize giveaways beginning one hour before each match’s kickoff—or before the first match at the Friday, June 19, watch party, which kicks off at noon with USA vs. Australia, followed by Scotland vs. Morocco at 3 p.m., Brazil vs. Haiti at 5:30 p.m. and Turkey vs. Paraguay at 8 p.m. Other scheduled watch parties include the World Cup opening match with Mexico vs. South Africa at noon, Thursday, June 11, USA vs. Paraguay at 6 p.m., Friday, June 12, and Uzbekistan vs. Colombia at 7 p.m, Wednesday, June 17. Most games will be shown on the large screen above the main stage at the RPM, 299 E. Plumb Lane. Check www.renopublicmarket.com for watch party schedules. Visit www.renoprosoccer.com or www.facebook.com/renoprosoccer for more info on Reno Pro Soccer.
River dance
Head to the Riverwalk District and nearby locales to attend several free, ongoing events presented as part of the city of Reno’s Summer Activation Series.
The Reno Philharmonic Orchestra’s Harmony on the River concert series features live performances by small ensembles of Reno Phil musicians starting at 6:30 p.m., every Tuesday through Aug. 25 at the West Street Plaza, 220 W. First St. Visit renophil.com/harmony-on-the-river.
Biggest Little Tribe presents the House by the River with yard games, food trucks and house music from local DJs. The dance party begins at 6 p.m., Wednesdays through Aug. 26 at the West Street Plaza. Go to www.thebiggestlittletribe.com.
OffBeat Music Society’s third annual Off the Rails summer concert series kicks off this Friday, June 12, with a performance by indie folk singer-songwriter Kelly McFarling (pictured). The show starts at 6 p.m. at Locomotion Plaza, 301 N. Virginia St., near the Reno Arch. Visit www.offbeatreno.com/off-the-rails.
Finally, the Reno Antique Faire features local vendors selling a wide array of collectibles, antiques and handmade goods. The next one takes place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday, June 21, The monthly event occurs every third Sunday through November at Locomotion Plaza. Learn more at www.renoantiquefaire.com.
Rock your block off
Noble Pie Parlor and neighboring businesses in Midtown Reno will also celebrate the return of warmer months at Summer in the City: A Cheney Block Party. The annual event transforms the Cheney block of Midtown into a neighborhood gathering with DJs performances, a farmers’ market, vendors, family-friendly activities, carnival games and food and drink offerings from participating businesses. Other highlights include a water balloon fight, a pet meet-and-greet with adoptable dogs and cats from the Northern Nevada Humane Society, and the 5k Fun Run, Dog Jog and Pup ’n’ Pedal. The free, all-ages block party runs from 3 to 6 p.m., Friday, June 13, at and around Noble Pie Parlor, 777 S. Center St. Visit www.facebook.com/noblepiemidtown or www.instagram.com/noblepiemidtown.
Kilty pleasure
Northern Nevada Throwing Company brings a wee bit o’ Scotland to the Comstock at the fifth annual Great Basin Scottish Highland Games. Men and women will compete in games of skill and strength such as the stone throw, hammer throw, weight for distance, weight over bar, sheaf toss and caber toss. The two-day celebration of Scottish culture features a beard contest, a vendor area, food trucks, traditional dancing and music, and plenty of kilts and tartans on display. The games happen from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, June 13; and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday, June 14, at the Virginia City Fairgrounds, 435 L St., Virginia City. Tickets are $10-$35. Parking is $5 per vehicle. Go to greatbasingames.com for more details.
Buzzing around
National Pollinator Week takes place June 22-28, but the Nevada State Museum will get a jump-start on festivities with its second annual Pollinator Palooza. The event starts at the Nevada State Museum at 9 a.m., Saturday, June 13, with pollinator-themed arts and crafts activities and a stroller decorating contest. During the Pollinator Parade, participants dressed as bees, butterflies or other pollinators will walk from the museum’s Loftin Park to McFadden Plaza, heading back to the museum to take part in the Waggle Dance. Activities continue at noon inside the museum with six science stations where kids can collect stamps to put on their Pollinator Passport and earn a special prize. Free outdoor activities take place outside the Nevada State Museum, 600 N. Carson St., Carson City. Indoor activities require admission, which is $10 for adults and free for members and children age 17 and younger. Go to www.carsonnvmuseum.org/event/pollinator-palooza-2026.
Bee grateful
The Rancho Playroom (formerly the Discovery Room) at Rancho San Rafael Regional Park will kick off its summer series of themed art and crafts activities, guest speakers and storytelling next week. During “Pollinator Week,” young participants can make bee crafts, meet a beekeeper with her mobile hive, and go on a pollinator scavenger hunt in the Pollinator Garden. The fun begins at 9 a.m., Thursday and Friday, June 18-19, at the playroom located in the Nevada Farms and Families Area of the park, 1595 N. Sierra St. A suggested donation of $3 will go toward future programming. Sign up in advance at signup.com/go/MGqebHh. Visit www.washoecounty.gov/parks/calendar.php or www.facebook.com/ranchosanrafaelregionalpark for more information.
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