The Carson Valley Arts Council’s Copeland Gallery is hosting an exhibit that features the work of local artists Vickie Kingman and Eddie Ford. Eddie works in oils and watercolors. Eddie’s works feature landscapes and flowers. Vickie works with watercolors, oils and acrylics. Vickie’s works feature abstract landscapes.

You can view the new exhibit from February 2 through March 27, 2026 at the Copeland Gallery in Minden, Monday through Saturday from 10:00am-5:00pm. Their work will be available for purchase.

CVAC will host a free reception on Saturday, February 7 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm, where there will be an opportunity to meet the artists and celebrate their 81st birthdays.

For additional information, you can call the Carson Valley Arts Council office at 775-782-8207 or visit their official website. Be sure to also follow them on Facebook for Arts Council news and updates!

Hop on down to Eddy Street for an egg-citing weekend of shopping! The March pop-up will take place on the 20 to the 22; be sure to stop by and shop their curated selection of home décor and vintage goods. Eddy Street Vintage Market combines family, friends and a love of antiques, vintage, and decorative items.

Friday & Saturday: 10am-5pm
Sunday: 10am-4pm

For more information, check out Eddy Street on Facebook or visit their official website.

Join University of Nevada, Reno Extension in Douglas County for a two-day Bee & Garden Seminar designed for both beekeepers and home gardeners. Saturday, March 21 focuses on beekeeping, with sessions covering pests and diseases, hive anatomy, and even hive dissection. Sunday, March 22 shifts to home horticulture, featuring topics such as fruit tree care, integrated pest management (IPM), and vegetable gardening.

Your registration fee includes all materials, snacks, and lunch for both days. Proceeds support the UNR Extension Douglas County Master Gardener Program and the UNR Extension Douglas County Bee & Pollinator Club. Come learn, connect, and grow!

Tickets are $75 for the full weekend, or $40 for one day (Saturday or Sunday)

Optional Add-on Workshops (space is limited) include Seed Starting & Transplanting for $30, or Build Your Own Bee Hotel for $50.
All Materials provided

To view a fully detailed agenda or to register, you can go to the conference’s page on the UNR website or click here to visit the registration details on Eventbrite.

In this class, you will learn how to create your own statement ring.

Select a stone from a variety of options. Nevada shaped stones are also an option. Craft the perfect setting for your chosen stone.  Add decorative wire and a patterned ring band to make a custom creation as unique as you are.

Techniques covered will include: bezel-making, soldering, ring making, sawing, oxidation, polishing, and stone setting.

Previous silversmithing experience is not necessary. All materials, supplies, and charcuterie included.

Instructor Carly Strauss of NV US Silver Works

This class will take place March 21 from 1:00pm-5:00pm at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

Carson Valley Community Theater presents “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street,” a musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by Hugh Wheeler.

Performances will take place at CVIC Hall in Minden from March 13-15 and 19-22.

Friday and Saturday performances are scheduled for 7:30pm, with a matinee on Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00pm.

$25 seniors & students | $30 general admission | $35 VIP | +$3 at the door

Tickets are available for purchase online, or by calling (775)-782-6622; visit the CVCT website for more information. Be sure to check out the Carson Valley Community Theater on Facebook!

This will be an hour and 15 minute long pottery wheel class….for couples, family members, friends and singles, up to 4 people per session. Each person will get 3 tries/3 balls of clay. There will be a beginner pottery wheel class (the same techniques used with the kids). Pieces made will be left behind, fired in the kiln and ready for glazing in a 10-14 days. Cost of glazing is NOT included. When you pick up your fired pieces you can glaze them all for $10. Ages 7+ welcome!

The location and time on your ticket will say 10:00am-2:30pm, but below that it will say the time block you have chosen; please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your class.

Blocks are:

• 10:15am-11:30am
• 11:45am-1pm
• 1:15pm-2:30pm

This class will take place March 22 at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

Join Luminary Books for their Paint and Sip on Sunday, March 22 at 12:00pm. Come and paint some bricks to look like some of your favorite books; perfect for any reader’s garden! Please RSVP as space is limited; call the bookshop at 775-782-5484 or email hello@luminarybookshop.com.  It’s $20 per person to participate; bricks, paint, and treats will be provided.

To find out more, visit the Luminary Books website and be sure to follow their Facebook and Instagram page for updates on other events like this one!

In October of 1937, Catholic Priest Father John Crowley, carried out one of the grandest events to have taken place in the Eastern Sierra, in a magnificent three-day pageant. Over 50,000 people watched in amazement as a special gourd of water was moved from the highest lake in the United States, to the lowest spot in the western hemisphere by a host of characters including Hop Along Cassidy, an Indianapolis 500 winner, the 20-Mule Team Wagon and many more. Even the President of the United States and the Governor of California were involved. Join David & Gayle as they take you back in time, to look back on this unique and improbable bit of Eastern Sierra history in a 55-minute slide show.

This presentation will take place on March 22, 2026 from 1:00pm-2:15pm at Minden Mill Distilling. It’s free to attend, provided you have reserved a ticket. Tickets will become available starting March 3, 2026. Spots are very limited, so reserve your ticket early. You can find out more and get tickets to this and other events by going to Minden Mill’s official website and selecting “Book an Experience” or clicking here.

This is a great beginner/intermediate stained glass class. Choose from a plethora of beginner and intermediate patterns once you arrive. You are intermediate if you have done stained glass at least once here before.

If you have never cut glass before, it’s recommended to take a glass fusing class first. (not required)

If you already know how to cut glass, your stained glass project is more likely to turn out better and not take as long.

Ages 13+ are welcome to purchase a ticket with a ticketed adult. This is a long class and a charcuterie platter will be provided; please bring your own drinks with lids.

This class will take place March 25 from 11:00am-3:00pm at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

Hockey season returns to the Tahoe Blue Event Center! Celebrate by cheering on our very own Tahoe Knight Monsters at one or all of the home games planned for this season.

On March 27, 2026, the Knight Monsters will be facing the Rapid City Rush. The puck drops at 7:00 pm.

The tentative schedule for the 2025-2026 season can be found online. Please note that dates, times, & opponents are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, including how to get tickets as well as dates and locations of away games, visit the Tahoe Knight Monsters’ official website and be sure to check their page on Facebook. For other events at the Tahoe Blue Event Center, visit their official website.

Discover this fun textile art method that Europe has been doing for centuries.

Join Kim VanZyll, Certified Zentangle Teacher, as she introduces you to Needle Felting. Special felting supplies and fluffy 100% wool will be provided to create 3 adorable Bunnies. You will take home a completed set of Bunnies to add to your décor, or gift them just in time for Easter!

This class will take place on Saturday, March 28 from 10:00am-3:00pm (Please bring a sack lunch). The class fee includes all the supplies needed. This workshop will be held at the Carson Valley United Methodist Church, 1375 Centerville Lane, Gardnerville, NV 89410.

CVAA members – $45.00
Non-Members – $55.00
Additional take-home kits will be available for purchase – $15.00
Space is limited—so sign up today!!

You can sign up and find out more information by visiting the Carson Valley Art Association’s website (click here).

Join Andrea to create your own little “work of art” and surprise a friend for their next birthday or holiday. You will leave class with 3 custom made greeting cards, complete and ready to be mailed or packaged with a gift! We will use a variety of inks, stamps, markers and techniques to create something special and unique. Please note: colors & paper may vary depending on what is available to instructor at time of class. There is a 6 person minimum for this class. If the minimum is not met by 3 days prior to the class a credit will be given to those who have registered.

Materials needed: Small crafting scissors and crafting glue (both can be purchased at Dollar Tree for under $3, Michael’s Crafts or on Amazon)

Minimum age: 13; anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a ticketed parent or adult.

Instructor for this class is Andrea A Rogers.

There are 3 different dates for this class to choose from, taking place March 10 from 5:00pm-7:00pm, March 17 from 11:00am-1:00pm, or March 28 from 11:00am-1:00pm, at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

Hockey season returns to the Tahoe Blue Event Center! Celebrate by cheering on our very own Tahoe Knight Monsters at one or all of the 36 home games planned for this season.

On March 28 and 29, 2026, the Knight Monsters will be facing the Rapid City Rush. The puck drops at 7:00pm on Saturday and 3:00pm on Sunday.

The tentative schedule for the 2025-2026 season can be found online. Please note that dates, times, & opponents are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, including how to get tickets as well as dates and locations of away games, visit the Tahoe Knight Monsters’ official website and be sure to check their page on Facebook. For other events at the Tahoe Blue Event Center, visit their official website.

The Kiwanis Club of Carson Valley will be hosting its annual kid-friendly Ham Bingo on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at the Douglas County Community and Senior Center Dining Room. There will be two sessions; the first is at 12:00pm, the second is at 3:00pm.

Bingo cards are 2 for $1.00. Daubers will be available for $1.00 each. There is no limit to the number of games an individual may play at one time. Games will last until all hams are given away. An exciting grand prize is awarded for each session. Raffle tickets will be for sale at both sessions for prizes. Free popcorn and coffee will be available, with hot dogs, chips, water, and soft drinks available for purchase.

The Kiwanis Club of Carson Valley conducts fundraisers throughout the year to support the Kiwanis scholarship fund and other worthy initiatives that benefit the wellbeing of local children and families. To find out more information, visit their page on Facebook.

Using extensive research and seldom scene images, historians David & Gayle Woodruff delve into the ‘human heart’ of Manzanar Internment Camp, revealing a few little‑known stories of Japanese Americans whose lives were upended and reshaped behind its barbed‑wire horizon. Through stark moments of loss, flashes of defiance, and the fragile rituals that helped people hold onto identity during a very challenging time, these vignettes illuminate the extraordinary resilience of ordinary individuals. These true tales of history remind us that Manzanar was not merely a wartime policy—it was a crucible of human endurance, dignity, and quiet, unyielding hope. A 55-minute moving and reflective slideshow.

This presentation will take place twice at Minden Mill Distilling: on March 29 and again on April 26, 2026 from 1:00pm-2:15pm. It’s free to attend, provided you have reserved a ticket. Spots are very limited, so reserve your ticket early. You can find out more and get tickets to this and other events by going to Minden Mill’s official website and selecting “Book an Experience” or clicking here.

Hockey season returns to the Tahoe Blue Event Center! Celebrate by cheering on our very own Tahoe Knight Monsters at one or all of the home games planned for this season.

On April 1, 2026, the Knight Monsters will be facing the Cincinnati Cyclones. The puck drops at 7:00 pm.

The tentative schedule for the 2025-2026 season can be found online. Please note that dates, times, & opponents are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, including how to get tickets as well as dates and locations of away games, visit the Tahoe Knight Monsters’ official website and be sure to check their page on Facebook. For other events at the Tahoe Blue Event Center, visit their official website.

Hockey season returns to the Tahoe Blue Event Center! Celebrate by cheering on our very own Tahoe Knight Monsters at one or all of the home games planned for this season.

On April 3, 2026, the Knight Monsters will be facing the Cincinnati Cyclones. The puck drops at 7:00 pm.

The tentative schedule for the 2025-2026 season can be found online. Please note that dates, times, & opponents are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, including how to get tickets as well as dates and locations of away games, visit the Tahoe Knight Monsters’ official website and be sure to check their page on Facebook. For other events at the Tahoe Blue Event Center, visit their official website.

Hockey season returns to the Tahoe Blue Event Center! Celebrate by cheering on our very own Tahoe Knight Monsters at one or all of the home games planned for this season.

On April 4, 2026, the Knight Monsters will be facing the Cincinnati Cyclones. The puck drops at 7:00 pm.

The tentative schedule for the 2025-2026 season can be found online. Please note that dates, times, & opponents are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, including how to get tickets as well as dates and locations of away games, visit the Tahoe Knight Monsters’ official website and be sure to check their page on Facebook. For other events at the Tahoe Blue Event Center, visit their official website.

Join retired FBI Special Agent and Bomb Technician, and retired Tahoe-Douglas Bomb Squad Captain Danny Danihel, as they recount the 1980 bombing/extortion of Harvey’s Casino at Lake Tahoe.

On August 26, 1980, in the early morning hours, a large and very sophisticated improvised explosive device (IED) was wheeled into the casino by two men. A ransom letter left at the scene described the IED as containing 1,000 pounds of TNT and so sensitive the device “can never be dismantled or disarmed without causing an explosion. Not even by the creator.” The letter provided detailed ransom instructions for delivery of three million dollars by helicopter at midnight.

This is the story of efforts by bomb experts and the FBI to render safe the IED, deliver the demanded ransom, process the bombing crime scene and identify/arrest the perpetrators before another similar extortion could be attempted.

This presentation will take place on April 5, 2026 from 1:00pm-2:15pm at Minden Mill Distilling. It’s free to attend, provided you have reserved a ticket. Tickets will become available starting March 17, 2026. Spots are very limited, so reserve your ticket early. You can find out more and get tickets to this and other events by going to Minden Mill’s official website and selecting “Book an Experience” or clicking here.

Celebrate Spring with a splash! Carson Valley Swim Center is bringing back it’s Annual Underwater Easter Egg Hunt on April 5, 2026!

This family-friendly event features different pools for children of different ages and swim abilities.

All Easter eggs are turned in for candy and prizes! Admission this year is based on a new Family cost of $2 per person.

For more information about this and other events happening at the Swim Center, visit their official website and be sure to check out their Facebook page.

On Thursday, April 9, come to the Museum for an engaging Chautauqua-style evening as Debbie Nye brings the rich history of the Chautauqua movement to life. Through storytelling and historical insight, this program explores the cultural impact and enduring legacy of Chautauqua in America.

Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. Lecture Begins at 6:30 p.m. This event will take place at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center.

Tickets are $5.00 at the door, with Alpine, Dayton, Smith Valley and Douglas County Historical Society Members Free! For more information visit the DCHS website or call 775-782-2555, and be sure to check out their Facebook page for other news and updates.

Select from several different sterling silver wires to make three stacking rings. In this class, you will measure, cut, solder, and shape your wire to make a unique set of stacking rings. Stacking rings are great because they can be worn together, separate, or with other rings.

Instructor: Carly Strauss of NV US Silver Works

This class will take place April 10 from 5:30pm-7:00pm at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

CVAC’s 2025-2026 Concert Series will feature Mustangs of the West on Friday, April 10, 2026 at 7:00pm at the CVIC Hall in Minden.

The show features country/folk singer Chris Webster and legendary bluegrass/folk guitarist Nina Gerber. Chris Webster’s magic derives from those ineffable qualities of vocal grain, emotional nuance, timing and phrasing possessed by the truly great and moving singers of any style.” Nina Gerber effortlessly moves between country, pop, and rhythm and blues. “The evening’s real star… Gerber usually says little and lets her guitar do the talking. Gerber is a not-so-underground legend. Her wide-ranging folk-country-jazz/blues stylings.”

Advance tickets are $25 and kids under 18 are free with a paid adult ticket. Tickets are available for purchase online at www.cvartscouncil.com, by phone at 775-782-8207, or at the Copeland Cultural Arts Center, 1572 US Hwy 395, Minden.

At Sierra Shadows Lavender Farm, bring your creativity to this hand building clay workshop led by artist Michelle Mulligan, who will teach basic hand building clay skills. Join Michelle this April as she teaches the class how to make butter dishes…using dried flowers including Sierra Shadows lavender, of course!

All materials-clay, glaze, and kiln firings are included. You bring your creativity! More details about pick-up times and location at the event.

The workshop will take place on Saturday, April 11 from 9:00am-12:00pm. Tickets are $100 per person and spots are very limited, so reserve your space soon! You can find more information and register online through the Sierra Shadows website or by clicking here.

For more information, visit the Sierra Shadows official website or check out their page on Facebook for updates and news on other classes they offer.

Come to Lampe Park in Gardnerville on Saturday, April 11 from 9:00am-3:00pm and participate in Young at Heart’s annual Swap Meet, or purchase from a selection of local craft vendors. Admission is free and all are welcome! Whether you’re looking for a unique, handmade gift or on the hunt for the perfect collector’s piece, stopping by the park on a Spring day is a great place to start!

100% of the proceeds from this event will go to the programs of Douglas County Seniors. For more information on Young at Heart, visit their official website. If you have questions, you can reach out to organizer Bill Sugden by emailing billofgville4@yahoo.com.

In this class you will learn the ins and outs of silversmithing by creating a bar necklace. You will choose a stone of your choice. Stones are semi-precious gemstones, including lapis, turquoise, jasper, agate and many other options. In this class, we solder, cut, sand, polish, and set the stone to create a one-of-a-kind bar necklace.

Instructor: Carly Strauss of NV US Silver Works

This class will take place April 11 from 10:00am-2:00pm at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, please visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

Learn to make a silver paperclip chain from start to finish, fabricating each link from sterling silver.  You’ll also fabricate a clasp and add an accent stone. Several different semi-precious stones to choose from, including turquoise, onyx, spiny oyster shell, moonstone, and many others. This class is an advanced class and involves a lot of soldering, therefore please note that previous JEWELRY soldering experience is required. If you are a silversmith and want to learn how to make your own chain, this class is for you!  All materials and charcuterie included. If you wear reading glasses, please bring them.

Instructor: Carly Strauss of NV US Silver Works

This class will take place April 11 from 2:30pm-5:30pm at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, please visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

Mark your calendars for the Kiwanis Club of Carson Valley’s 6th Spring Into Wine event scheduled for Saturday, April 11, 2026, at the Douglas County Community and Senior Center’s Grand View Dining Room. Doors open from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Live classical music, gourmet appetizers and desserts will accompany the wine and spirit tasting. This event is typically a “sell-out” and ticket sales are limited.

This year’s event will again feature an impressive silent auction and the popular mystery “Wine in a Bag” raffle. The grand auction this year is an Exclusive Alaskan Excursion for two offered by “The Boat Company.” Other items may include wine tasting packages, golf packages, concert tickets, gift baskets and much more.

The Kiwanis Club of Carson Valley conducts multiple fundraisers annually that support scholarships for Douglas County Youth and other worthy initiatives that benefit the wellbeing of local children and families. As in the past, the gracious and generous support of Breakthru Beverage NV, Sierra Chef, and Great Basin Brewing help make this event possible.

The event ticket is $80.00 per person. Limited tickets are on sale through Kiwanis members, or on Eventbrite by entering the event name “6th Annual Spring into Wine & Spirits – 2026” or using the direct link by clicking here.

Must present paper or E-ticket to attend. For additional information, call 775-339-8882. Be sure to visit the event’s page on Facebook for news and updates.

Stop by the Douglas County Community Center on Saturday, April 12 from 1:00pm-4:00pm for an afternoon filled with cuddly animals. Grab a refreshing drink from CV Flyte while you’re there! Whether you’re a proud pet parent, looking for a new best friend or just love animals, this is one event you won’t want to miss!

For more information, visit the CV Flyte website.

This is a super fun, easy clay class! No experience necessary. Bring a friend, bring a family member, bring your kids, and come have a relaxing evening!

All materials and tools will be provided. Glazing is not included. After your Gnome is fired in the kiln you can pick it up and take it home to paint it, or paint it with acrylics or glaze in the studio for the cost of a studio fee.

Ages 6 and up are welcome with a participating adult. Ages 13 and up can be dropped off.

Everyone needs their own ticket.

This class will take place April 17 from 5:30pm-7:00pm at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, please visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

Grab your tickets for a great night of Stand-Up Comedy at the Valley Ballroom inside Carson Valley Inn Casino. Enjoy a hilarious night out on Friday, April 17 with Louie Centanni and Myk Powell. Tickets start at $25.00 plus service charge are on sale now; click here to purchase yours, or call 775-783-6606. The show starts at 8:00pm; to find out more, visit the Carson Valley Inn website.

This will be an hour and 15 minute long pottery wheel class….for couples, family members, friends and singles, up to 4 people per session. Each person will get 3 tries/3 balls of clay. There will be a beginner pottery wheel class (the same techniques used with the kids). Pieces made will be left behind, fired in the kiln and ready for glazing in a 10-14 days. Cost of glazing is NOT included. When you pick up your fired pieces you can glaze them all for $10. Ages 7+ welcome!

The location and time on your ticket will say 10:00am-2:30pm, but below that it will say the time block you have chosen; please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your class.

Blocks are:

• 10:15am-11:30am
• 11:45am-1:00pm
• 1:15pm-2:30pm

This class will take place April 18 at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, please visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

In this class you will get a brief run down of the tools and adhesives used to make your mosaic garden stone. You will choose a provided garden stone and use beads and glass to create your design; once finished we will grout.

Outlines of hearts, birds, flowers, fish, and more will be available for you to use for your mosaic design. You can also choose to print out and bring in an outline (5″x 5″ max) or freehand whatever comes to you.

Ages 9 and up can purchase a ticket with a ticketed adult.

This class will take place April 19 at 10:30am at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, please visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

Come to Nevada’s Oldest Pioneer Settlement for live music, great food, Western art, demonstrations and activities, all with a Western flair!

Genoa Western Heritage Days is a celebration of culture and community. Kick off the weekend on Friday, with a concert featuring Dave Stamey, and Cowboy Poets Valerie and Floyd Beard opening. Saturday evening will feature a concert with Trinity Seely following an opening with Cowboy Poets Valerie and Floyd Beard. Concerts begin at 7:30pm and individual tickets will go on sale January 2, 2026. Purchase your tickets online at EventBrite.com, by mail, or at the Town of Genoa, 775-782-8696 or Genoa Town Office, 2289 Main St., Genoa.

Saturday’s free daytime activities will be held from 10:00am-4:00pm and will feature live Western music, cowboy poetry, Chautauqua actors portraying historic characters, children’s activities, Ag in the Classroom with the Douglas County Farm Bureau, a Civil War Camp, and demonstrations by the Truckee Meadows Pioneers. For art lovers, there will be a Western fine art show, as well as vendors and makers. Food and drinks will be available throughout town for purchase!

A highlight of the Saturday festival is the Invitational Horse Parade, which will proceed through the historic downtown at 2:00pm.

A Progressive Dinner will be hosted on Saturday from 4:30pm-6:30pm, highlighting four Genoa eateries: Sierra Chef, Daniel’s, Flutter and Buzz, and Genoa’s newest offering, Foothill Market. Participants receive passports and colored wristbands that let them rotate between each of the four restaurants in timed groups.

Activities on Sunday will include Cowboy Church in the Town Hall with Pastor Patrick Jolly and Trinity Seely.

To find out more, follow Genoa Western Heritage Days on Facebook, and visit the Town of Genoa website.

Want to know more about this great event? Read all about it on our blog!

Make your own Wool Flower to keep as your own or give as a gift! Techniques taught include Punch Needling, Wool Quilly and Wool Proddy.

There’ll be a review of all the different tools needed for the project, then choose colors and get started.

All supplies included, plus tons of yarn and wool colors to choose from.

Ages 13 and up; everyone needs their own ticket.

Instructor: Janie Bernstein of Carson Valley Fiber Arts.

This class will take place April 25 at 10:30am at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, please visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

Park Home Ranch is excited to invite engaged couples to their Wedding Open House on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 11:00am to 1:00pm.

Nestled in the heart of Carson Valley with sweeping views of the Sierra Nevada, Park Home Ranch is a historic working ranch featuring a 123-year-old barn and expansive open spaces that create a timeless and romantic backdrop for your wedding day.

This Open House is your opportunity to experience the venue in person, tour the property, and truly envision what your celebration could look like here. During the event, you will be able to tour the barn and grounds, explore our ceremony locations, and connect with a curated group of local wedding professionals. From photographers and florists to coordinators and entertainment, you will have the chance to meet vendors who can help bring your vision to life.

In addition to meeting vendors, guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a complimentary tasting experience from the exclusive catering partner for Park Home Ranch. Their team will be on-site throughout the event to answer any questions you may have.

The event is free to attend, and advance registration is encouraged to help connect couples with the vendors and information that best matches their wedding needs. Fiancés, family members, and bridal party members are welcome to attend and take part in this special day!

To find out more about this event, check out its page on Facebook. To register, click here. For more information about the venue, visit Park Home Ranch’s official website and be sure to check out their Facebook page.

Join Higher Elevation Music’s  for a performance at the CVIC Hall in Minden on April 26, 2026 at 3:00pm.

From the soaring choral beauty of J.S. Bach to the youthful energy of Mendelssohn—and a healthy dose of musical comedy—this program offers something for every ear.

Tickets:
• Patron – $80 (front section, early seating)
• General Admission – $40
• Youth – those 18 or younger are FREE with the purchase of a paid adult ticket.
• Explorer Access Ticket – Starting at $10. (Flexible option for accessibility)

Come be part of the music, the mission, and the magic of live performance. Learn more and purchase tickets by going to Higher Elevation Music’s official website or clicking here.

You will receive the Stoneware Watering Can unglazed (pictured below). Learn about Stoneware glazes before the painting begins and choose from over 100 different stoneware glazes. Stoneware glazes are normally reserved for studio members only. This class is intended for ages 16 and up.

This class will take place May 1 at 5:30pm at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, please visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

The West Coast’s Premier Mutton Bustin’ Series is coming to Gardnerville, Nevada in 2026!

Four jackpots. Four hundred contestants. One incredible season of riding sheep! Age divisions are 3-4 and 5-7, with 50 riders per age group. Open to kids of all experience levels!

Events will take place at the Douglas County Fairgrounds, with check-in at 8:30am and the first ride start time at 9:30am. Event dates for this series is as follows:

• May 3
• June 6
• August 2
• October 3

Entry deadlines are posted on the Dare to be a Cowboy website.

Memberships are now open! Sign up for a membership to put your child in the running for a $750 Rodeo Scholarship and other incredible prizes–plus buckles to be awarded at each jackpot! For season info go to: www.DTBAC.com.

Visit DTBAC’s Facebook page for news and updates.

Bring your family to Heritage Park for Wind Down Wednesday, a food truck event beloved by locals and visitors alike! Get ready for a fun evening of food, drinks, and live music! Wind Down Wednesday is presented by CV Flyte, with entertainment by the Cultural Arts Foundation of Douglas County, and takes place on selected Wednesdays from 4:00pm-8:00pm.

Dates for Wind Down Wednesday 2026 are as follows:

• • • May 6
    • June 24
    • July 22
    • August 26
    • September 23
    • October 14

For more information, including lineups for each event, visit CV Flyte’s website, or check out their page on Facebook for other events and updates.

CVAC’s 2025-2026 Concert Series will feature Harry and the Hitmen on Friday, May 8, 2026 at 7:00pm at the CVIC Hall in Minden.

Harry and the Hitmen serve up classic Motown and Soul with jovial professionalism. But don’t let the “suits” fool you, the band comes from an improvised rock tradition, and has years of experimentation behind their tight arrangements.

Advance tickets are $27 and kids under 18 are free with a paid adult ticket. Tickets are available for purchase online at www.cvartscouncil.com, by phone at 775-782-8207, or at the Copeland Cultural Arts Center, 1572 US Hwy 395, Minden.

Cruise on over to the Annual Big Mama’s Show and Shine, coming May 9, 2026!

Douglas County Young at Heart Senior Citizens Club hosts this annual fundraiser and car show, which features classic cars, food vendors, music, raffles, and prizes. The event will be held at the Lampe Park Pavilion in Gardnerville from 10:00am to 3:00pm and admission is free for all ages. All proceeds go to the Douglas County Senior Center.

To register or sponsor, call Mike Damon at 949-633-1230, or email youngatheartdouglascounty@gmail.com. For more information, you can visit their website or check out Young at Heart on Facebook.

On Thursday, May 14, come to the Museum for an evening with Tami Force, an avid photographer and explorer of Nevada’s ghost towns, historic mining camps, and backroads. Tami will share photographs and stories from her travels across the Silver State and will speak about and sign copies of her newest books, In the Shadow of the Sierra and In the Glow of the Sierra. Books will be available for purchase.

Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. Lecture Begins at 6:30 p.m. This event will take place at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center.

Tickets are $5.00 at the door, with Alpine, Dayton, Smith Valley and Douglas County Historical Society Members Free! For more information visit the DCHS website or call 775-782-2555, and be sure to check out their Facebook page for other news and updates.

Don’t miss this exciting weekend of hot air balloons, competitions, live music, local vendors, and food trucks!

The third annual Hot Air For Hope Carson Valley Balloon Festival will be held at Lampe Park in Gardnerville, Nevada from May 15-17, 2026, and will serve as a benefit for the Center for Hope & Healing’s community programs.

Organized by the Carson Valley Balloon Festival, this event is free to the public and will include public balloon launches from Lampe Park at 6:00am each morning (weather dependent).

In addition to the balloon events, the festivities will include live music, food trucks, live art performances, and local vendors. Festival activities will occur rain or shine!

The community is welcome to come enjoy the balloons up-close, take pictures, and learn more about ballooning. For more information about this event, including a full schedule as it becomes available, visit the official website and be sure to check its page on Facebook for updates.

Please note that balloon launches will take place if the weather permits, so it’s advisable to stay up to date on local weather reports prior to your visit and follow the event at Hot Air for Hope Carson Valley Balloon Festival on their Facebook and Instagram.

Grab your crew and kick off the weekend with some fun at the Rescued Hearts Ranch Golf Tournament at Sunridge Golf Course on Friday, May 16 at 8:00am. Play golf. Support the ranch. Change lives!

$150 per player (or $500 for four players). Includes 18 holes with cart, Breakfast, and Lunch. Plus prizes, awards, and raffle tickets!

You must register to play, so sign up online by clicking here or call 407-455-4602. For more information, visit the event’s page on Sunridge Golf’s official website.

A brand new weekly farmer’s market is coming to Genoa, organized by Sierra Chef. Every Sunday starting May 17 to September 20, 2026, Genoa Town Park will host a variety of sellers from 9:00am to 1:00pm. Whether you’re looking for farm fresh produce, baked goods, or handmade crafts for the home, be sure to stop by!

The Genoa Country Marketplace will take place on the following days from 9:00am-1:00pm:

• May 17, 24, 31
• June 7, 14, 21, 28
• July 5, 12, 19, 26
• August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
• September 6, 13, 20

For more information, please visit Sierra Chef’s official website, and be sure to check out their Facebook page for other news and updates.

Come check out the local fare at the Esmeralda Farmer’s Market in downtown Minden every Tuesday evening from May 19 to September 29, 2026. Featuring live music, local craft vendors, and homegrown fresh and delicious food! The market is open from 4:00pm-8:00pm.

For other events happening in Minden, visit the Town of Minden’s website.

The Annual Genoa Wine Walk returns for its 5th year starting in May 2026!

Purchase wine glasses and wristbands for participation at The Genoa Gallery (2292 Main Street #7, Genoa, NV). Check-in starts the day of events at 4:45pm  in front of the gallery.

The Genoa Wine Walk dates are as follows:

May 29 – 5:00pm-8:00pm

June 26 – 5:00pm-8:00pm

July 31 – 5:00pm-8:00pm

August 28 – 5:00pm-8:00pm

2026 Genoa Wine Walk Pricing:

• 2026 Genoa Wine Walk Glass (Includes wristband for your first walk) – $20.00
• Returning with 2022-2026 Genoa Wine Walk Glass – $10.00/walk

For more information, visit the Genoa Gallery website.

The Genoa Gallery is continuing their effort to support Austin’s House Children’s Charity this year and committing the wine walk glass sale proceeds to help children in crisis locally in the Carson Valley. Please visit austinshousenv.org to learn more about their mission and donate directly to their cause.

The 2026 Douglas County Kids’ Fishing Derby will be held Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7, along the banks of Willow Creek at Lampe Park in Gardnerville, and is a FREE event for kids ages 3- 12 years old. Each young angler will be provided everything they need to have a fun fishing experience, is allowed a 2 fish catching limit, and will be given a special gate prize at the end of their session. Additional prizes will be awarded for every special tagged fish caught, as well as to the children who catches the largest fish during each of the derby sessions.

While participation in the event is free, Pre-Registration is required to receive a session ticket. Registration for the event will begin in April 1 and continue until the week of the Derby.

Please visit the Douglas County Kids’ Fishing Derby website for more information on all aspects of this event, including updates and how to register.

The Douglas County Kids’ Fishing Derby is a non-profit organization that relies on the sponsorship of its community. All donations directly benefit our child anglers in the purchase of fish, tackle, and prizes. To become a Derby sponsor, please contact Tom Zogorski by email at tomzgolf@earthlink.net.

Follow the Kids’ Fishing Derby on Facebook for news and updates.

The Carson Valley Trails Association (CVTA) is proud to present the valley’s second annual “Joker’s Wild” Spoker Ride on Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 9:00am-1:00pm. Welcome to all ages and abilities, the Spoker Ride is an opportunity for everyone to enjoy a bike ride with members of their community, win prizes, and experience the beautiful scenery of Carson Valley from CVTA’s trails.

Beginning at James Lee Memorial Park in Indian Hills, mountain bikers will ride a 10-mile loop through the rolling hills of well-groomed CVTA trails while drawing poker cards from stations along the way. The top 3 winning poker hands, according to WSOP rules and with Jokers as wild cards, will win a prize package including cash, merchandise and gift certificates from local sponsors, valued collectively at over $1800! In addition to the bike ride, there will be delicious food and drink provided by Bubbly’s Kitchen and Double Barrel Draft Wagon after the event.

Registration is $40 per rider and includes a one year individual membership to CVTA and one poker hand. Additional poker hands can be purchased for $10 each for a higher chance of winning the prize package.

For more information and a link to sign up, visit the CVTA website, or click here.

Gear requirements:

Mountain bike in good repair (no e-bikes allowed)
Sturdy shoes (no open toes)
Helmet
Water carrying device

The Carson Valley Quilt Guild invites you to their 2026 Quilt Show to be held on June 6-7, 2026 at the Douglas County Community and Senior Center. Come explore the wonderful world of quilting, with the special theme “Stitching our Stars and Stripes” in celebration of America’s 250th birthday!

This judged show will have over 200 quilts on display! Other attractions will include a great lineup of vendors from near and far, free demonstrations of tools and techniques, a Heritage Exhibit of antique quilts each with their own unique story, and gorgeous raffle baskets, with proceeds going to fund scholarships for local art students and art’s programs.

There’ll also be delicious food available for purchase, and door prizes offered from each vendor and from various manufacturers. Gold tickets are randomly placed in the show programs. If you have a gold ticket in your program, you win a prize! All door prizes are distributed at the Guild’s Information Booth.

Admission to the show is $10 each day. If you decide to come for two days, then the admission is only $15. Show hours are 10:00am until 4:00pm each day. Children under 12 years of age are admitted free with paid adult.

For more information, visit the official Quilt Show’s website. or check the Carson Valley Quilt Guild’s page on Facebook for updates.

Carson Valley Inn Casino presents The Marshall Tucker Band live in concert at TJ’s Corral on Saturday, June 6. A typically rich MTB setlist is bubbling over with a healthy dose of hits like the heartfelt singalong “Heard It in a Love Song,” the insistent pleading of “Can’t You See” (the signature tune of MTB’s late co-founding lead guitarist and then-principal songwriter Toy Caldwell), the testifying “Fire on the Mountain,” the wanderlust gallop of “Long Hard Ride,” and the explosive testimony of “Ramblin’,” to name but a few.

The TJ’s Corral doors open approximately 45 minutes to one hour before show starts at 8:00pm.

Tickets start at $49 plus service charge and can be purchased at the Carson Valley Inn front desk or online by clicking here starting February 20, 2026. Select VIP packages are also available.

Tickets should be purchased through the Carson Valley Inn website or by calling 775-783-6606. Check out Carson Valley Inn on Facebook for updates and information on this and other events!

Come join the fun at Heritage Park for CV Flyte’s annual Kid’s Day Out event on June 7, 2026 from 11:00am-2:00pm! There will be kid’s activities, performances throughout the day, live music, food trucks, and so much more at this free event!

For more information, visit CV Flyte’s website or check their page on Facebook.