Labor Day Weekend in Reno, Sparks, Lake Tahoe

Mark the Last Weekend of Summer with Celebrations in Northern Nevada

Jul 17, 2008

Wondering what's going on Labor Day weekend in and around Reno? There are many options for every member of the family, so enjoy the weekend!

Labor Day marks the end of the summer season in the Reno area, and it's a safe bet you can find all sorts of entertainment, activities, and events to keep you busy over the long weekend, from the annual Best of the West Rib Cook-Off to camping and boating, Northern Nevada offers something for everyone on Labor Day.

Virginia City

"Real" Confederate and Union soldiers take over Virginia City as they reenact Civil War battles for the V&T trains. See encampments at Miners Park and a battle for "C "Street after the parade on Labor Day. For more information contact 775-786-9754.

Sept. 1, 2008 beginning at 12:00pm. Watch the Labor Day Parade as it passes down "C" Street, with a Civil War battle at the end of the parade. For more information contact the Virginia City Visitor's Center at 775-847-4386 or the Virginia City Chamber of Commerce at 775-847-0311.

Sparks

Aug. 27 through Sept. 1, 2008. View dozens of cookers as they compete for cash prizes, "crowd favorite" honors, and more. Free entertainment throughout the weekend, too. Get all the details here.

Reno

West Street Plaza, 200 West First Street. Enjoy this 2nd annual FREE music concert featuring jazz, rock n roll, hip hop, and reggae music. There will be food booths by local merchants Java Jungle, Reno Envy, Sierra Tap House, and Beach Hut Deli, too. Enjoy a day of music, great food and beverages. For more information please contact Sierra Tap House at 775-343-6213.

August 30, 2008 8:00pm, at the Silver Legacy Resort Casino in downtown Reno. Country music singer-songwriter. Tickets are $65, $55 and $45 and can be purchased by calling 1-800-MUST-SEE or at the Box Office located on the main casino floor.

Aug. 29, through Aug. 31, 2008, at the Reno Sparks Livestock Events Center. Call 775- 688-5751 for times and ticket information.

Aug. 30 through Aug. 31, 2008 at the Reno-Fernley Raceway in Fernley, east of Sparks. High-performance autos on a closed course, from beginner to advanced drivers. Registration Fee: $495. For more information call 925-552-8112.

August 31, 2008 8:00pm, at the Silver Legacy Resort Casino in downtown Reno. Legendary rock band. Tickets are $81, $71 and $66 and can be purchased by calling 1-800-MUST-SEE or at the Box Office located on the main casino floor.

Carson City

Aug. 30 through Sept. 1, 2008, 10:00am to 4:00pm. att the Nevada State Railroad Museum in south Carson City. For additional information call 775-687-6953.

Aug. 30 through Sept. 1, 2008, 10:00am to 5:00pm. See historic slot machines on display in the South Changing Gallery at the Nevada State Museum. For more information, call Robert Nylen at 775-687-4810 ext. 239 or 245.

Lake Tahoe

Aug. 29 through Sept. 1, 2008. Horizon Casino Resort, South Lake Tahoe. Call (775) 324-6435 for more information and event times.

Aug. 30, 2008 at 7:30pm at Harveys Outdoor Stage, South Lake Tahoe. Tickets are $59.50, $89.50, $125, and $155. Call Toll Free: 800-HARVEYS or 775-588-2411 for tickets and more information.

Aug 31, 2008, 8:30pm at South Lake Tahoe. For more information phone 530-544-5050.

Aug 31 through Sept. 6 at the Valhalla Estate in the Tallac Historic Site, South Lake Tahoe, varied time. (Donation suggested). This year’s Multicultural Healing Festival hopes to promote and educate people on healing methods used by other cultures through presentations, workshops, films, and concerts. Call 530-541-4975 for more details.

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