The Carson Valley Arts Council’s Copeland Gallery is currently hosting an exhibit that features the work of local artists Kristy Dial and Tina Forkner. Kristy is a professional gourd artist and teacher with 25 years of experience. Her award-winning gourds have been shown in juried art shows and galleries throughout the western United States. Tina began painting in watercolor in 1997. Her paintings include landscapes, wildlife, animals and even portraits.

You can view the new exhibit from May 5 to June 27 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, May 10 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm, where there will be an opportunity to meet the artists.

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!

Wednesday Farmers Markets in Heritage Park are back, organized by Just a Drop! Local growers and sellers are returning with their one-of-a-kind produce and goods available for purchase. Stop by, or “drop in,” on Wednesdays from May 21 to September 3, any time between 8:00am and 1:00pm, and check it out!

For more information, contact Just a Drop at 775-392-0417 or jstadrp2018@gmail.com. You can also visit their Facebook page for updates.

Carson Valley Inn Casino presents Kameron Marlowe live in concert at TJ’s Corral on Saturday, May 24. He’ll be performing all his hits like “Giving You Up,” “Girl On Fire,” “Steady Heart,” “Fix You Too,” and so many more.

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.

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!

Local historians David & Gayle Woodruff assume the characters of James Reed and his wife Margret, who were the original organizers of the infamous Donner Party of 1846. This Chautauqua presentation relives the heroic efforts of James, who led courageous volunteers through that terrible Sierra winter to rescue his family and many others, and his wife Margret, who with sheer strength and determination kept their children alive. This compelling, true story of the 45 survivors of the forlorn Donner Party and their rescuers will keep you on the edge of your seat, as it comes to life in this riveting, Chautauqua performance.

Great for all guests who love Nevada, history and have high spirits! All guests will receive a complimentary glass of sparkling wine (Must be +21).

This event will take place on Sunday, May 25, 2025 from 1:00pm-2:15pm at Minden Mill Distilling. It’s free to attend, provided you have reserved a ticket. Spots are very limited, so reserve your ticket early. Reservations will become available starting May 6. 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.

Come check out the local fare at the Esmeralda Farmer’s Market in downtown Minden every Tuesday evening from May 20 to September 30, 2025. 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 4th year starting in May 2025!

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 30 – 5:00pm-8:00pm

June 27 – 5:00pm-8:00pm

July 25 – 5:00pm-8:00pm

August 29 – 5:00pm-8:00pm

2025 Genoa Wine Walk Pricing:

• 2025 Genoa Wine Walk Glass (Includes wristband for your first walk) – $20.00
• Returning with 2022-2024 Genoa Wine Walk Glass – $10.00/walk

For more information, you can get in touch by calling 530-448-0399 or emailing aaron@commnuitymediallc.net, or 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.

Discover the talent of local artists as they showcase and sell their unique creations in a picturesque outdoor setting. Enjoy a day on the lawn, sipping wine and exploring fine art, paintings, photography, handcrafted jewelry, and more available for sale. Find the perfect gift for a loved one, or treat yourself to something one-of-a-kind!

Proceeds benefit the Douglas County Historical Society.
The event takes place at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center on May 31 and June 1, from 10:00am to 3:00pm.

For more information call 775-782-2555, visit the Douglas County Historical Society website and check out their page on Facebook.

Talented Chautauquans will appear throughout Dangberg’s 2025 Summer Festival performing a series of intriguing historical figures from the Carson Valley and surrounding areas. All morning Chautauqua events are free for anyone to attend, so bring your loved ones and enjoy a slice of immersive local history! You can view the schedule of planned morning performances below:

Morning Performances, 10:00am-11:00am

June 6: Researcher Debbe Nye will give a presentation on the “History of Chautauqua” followed by a portrayal by a guest Young Chautauquan.
June 13: David Woodruff portrays William Mulholland—Engineer of the Los Angeles Aqueduct. “There It Is … Take It!”
June 27: Kim Harris portrays Sarah Althea Hill—Mistress to Comstock millionaire William Sharon.
July 11: Margaret Bergland portrays Lottie Deno—Notorious nineteenth century “Lady Gambler.”
July 18: Cora Johnson portrays Anne Henrietta Martin—Suffragist, pacifist, and author from the state of Nevada.
August 1: Dave Pierson portrays Abe Curry—Founding father of Carson City, Nevada.
August 8: Ross Mortensen portrays William Sharon—Notorious millionaire and infamous “King of the Comstock.”
August 22: Kathy Pierson portrays Helen J.W. Stewart—“First Lady of Las Vegas.”
September 5: Barbara Lewicki portrays Etta Place—Member of Butch Cassidy’s Wild Bunch.
September 12: Nancee Goldwater portrays Mary Preston—Pioneer of the mining town of Bodie, California.

Please keep in mind that space in the performance tent is limited. It’s recommended to bring your own seating. No pets allowed at events—certified service animals only.

For more information on this and other events at the Dangberg Ranch Summer Festival, you can visit the official website, or check out their Facebook page.

The Kids’ Fishing Derby will be held Saturday, June 7th and Sunday, June 8th, 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 7 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 1st 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. If you have any questions, you can email kfdvolunteers@aol.com.

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.

On Saturday, June 7, join the Douglas County Historical Society from 11:00am-2:00pm for Family Day at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center in Gardnerville, NV and learn all about Cold Blooded Critters with special guests from the local 4-H Herpetology Club. There’ll be booths outside and a presentation with displays inside. The Historical Society will also be hosting their annual Bubbles on the Green on the front lawn of the museum, plus games and other fun activities. Enjoy free admission to the museum!

To learn more about this and other events, visit the DCHS website, or check out their page on Facebook.

At Sierra Shadows Lavender Farm, learn the secrets of jewelry making from Marci Mendoza and Casa de Turquoise.

The class will create earrings similar to those shown in the event image. The workshop fee covers all tools and instructions.

The workshop will take place on Sunday, June 8 from 12:00pm-3:00pm. Tickets are $115 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.

Meet painter Michael Brent Malley at Minden Mill Distilling and celebrate the start of his gallery exhibit, “Painter Michael Brent Malley in the Carson Valley, Barns and landmarks.” This exhibit will be available for viewing at Minden Mill Distilling June 8th through September 8th.

An Artist reception will be held on Sunday, June 8th from 2:00p to 4:00p with snacks provided and drinks available for purchase.

Find out more and reserve your ticket by clicking here, or going to Minden Mill’s official website and selecting “Book an Experience.”

Attend Gertrude’s Garden Party at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park for an afternoon of garden inspired celebration on Sunday, June 8, 2025 from 2:00pm to 5:00pm.

Featuring a Chautauqua performance by Kim Harris, plus garden talks, raffle baskets, tasty treats, and bubbly, all proceeds from this event will support educational programming for youth at Dangberg Ranch.

Tickets are $50 per person, or $45 for Friends of Dangberg Members. Please reserve your tickets by clicking here. Reservations will be accepted through May 23, 2025.

Genoa Concerts on the Green return for 2025! Come to Genoa Town Park for free concert performances once a month from June through September. Bring a picnic with your favorite snacks and a blanket!

Concerts will take place from 5:00pm to 7:00pm and are scheduled as follows:

June 8th – Woodstock Revisited

July 13th – Silver City

August 10th – TBA

September 14th – TBA

In the event of inclement weather, the Concerts on the Green will be held in the Genoa Town Hall, if the hall is available. For more information, please visit the Town of Genoa website or check out the Town of Genoa’s Facebook page for updates.

Favorite Chautauquans will appear throughout Dangberg’s 2025 Summer Festival performing a series of intriguing historical figures.

Tickets for the evening Chautauqua performances are $15 for ages 17 and older, and free for ages 16 and younger. Both member and general public tickets will be available at each ticketed event. Advanced ticket purchase is not available to the general public, but members of the non-profit Friends of Dangberg Home Ranch can contact the park for more information. You can view the schedule of planned evening performances below:

Evening Events, 6:30-8:00 pm

June 11: Mary Ann Jung portrays Grace O’Malley—Ship’s captain and pirate queen.
June 18: Bowen Lee portrays Anna May Wong—First Chinese-American film star in Hollywood.
June 25: Roopa Mohan portrays Kasturba Gandhi—Civil rights activist and wife of Mahatma Gandhi.
July 16: Dorothea Phelan portrays Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus—Founder of the American Association of Retired Persons.
August 13: Steve Hale portrays Major General John C. Frémont—Reminiscence of his wife Jessie Benton Frémont.
August 20: Kim Harris portrays Elizabeth Van Lew—American abolitionist. “Southern Woman, Yankee Spy.”

For more information on this and other events at the Dangberg Ranch Summer Festival, you can visit the official website, or check out their Facebook page.

The Carson Valley Active 20-30 Club #85 is pleased to announce that the 115th Annual Carson Valley Days Festival will be held from June 12 to June 15, 2025! This year’s theme is “Jurassic Valley.” More details will be announced on the 20-30 club’s website, so check back for updates!

Join the fun and make this Carson Valley Days festival the best yet!

Activities and attractions will include free live music at Lampe Park, the famous Parade that will run from downtown Minden to Gardnerville on Saturday morning, and a raffle drawing on Sunday. There’ll also be carnival rides for all ages, craft fair vendors, food vendors, face painting, children’s games, and various tournaments at Lampe Park throughout the event!

The Carson Valley Active 20-30 Club #85 has participated in this event since the 1930s. For the last 60+ years, they’ve had the privilege of hosting this event, while continuing its legacy. For more information and updates on Carson Valley Days, visit their official website and be sure to check them out on Facebook! If you have any questions, you can reach out to them by emailing cv2030club@gmail.com.

Celebrate Father’s Day with a Private Coffee Cupping led by Blind Dog Coffee’s Master Roaster, Ian Berry. Taste exclusive, Limited Edition Blind Dog Coffee Roasts!

What is a Coffee Cupping? It’s guided tasting experience where you sample and evaluate different coffees using aroma, flavor, and other sensory notes. Exploring various brewing methods, their impact and how to create your perfect cup.

This event will take place on Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 2:00pm-4:00pm at Blind Dog Coffee Lab, 1663 Lucerne St, Ste B in Minden. Doors Open at 1:30pm.

Tickets are $20 per person and spots are limited, so reserve yours today!

For more information about this event and to purchase tickets, click here or visit the Events page on Blind Dog Coffee’s official website.

Join Main Street Gardnerville on Saturday, June 14 for the first run of the 2025 “We Run This Town” fun run/walk series, and kick off your Carson Valley Days festivities with a fun run/walk through Gardnerville and up the parade route before the parade starts! You’re highly encouraged to dress to the theme of this year’s CV Days Parade: “Jurassic Valley.”

Register and complete all three runs in the series and your will receive a commemorative “I Run This Town” Tee shirt!

Pre-Registration Fees:
Runners: 10 & Under: FREE
Runners: 11 & Up: $25.00 ($35 Day-of Registration)
Day-of Registration Begins at 7:00 am

The run will start and finish at Heritage Park in Gardnerville on the Ezell Street side of the park. The race begins at 8:00am rain or shine!

For more details on the series, visit the Main Street Gardnerville website (click here). To register, you can click here. Be sure to also visit the Main Street’s page on Facebook for other news and updates.

Main Street Gardnerville’s monthly Wine Walks are back for 2025! The Third Thursday Wine Walk takes place on every third Thursday from May to September, with a special theme each month. Main Street invites you to stroll along and visit the various booths run by local businesses and organizations, who will each have some tasty vino for you to try. This event takes place June 19 from 4:30pm to 7:30pm.

June’s theme is “Midway Nights and Champagne Flights.” Feel free to dress for the occasion and really have fun with it. If wine isn’t your thing – don’t worry! Despite the name, Third Thursday has something for everyone. From hydration stations to non-alcoholic options, food, and more, the Wine Walks are a wonderful way to meet and support local small businesses and meet some pretty incredible people along the way.

Registering is easy and can be done the same day of the event at either Larry Peyton Insurance (1544 U.S. Hwy 395 N) or Gardnerville Station (1395 U.S. Hwy 395 N) in Gardnerville. You can also pre-register. It’s $20 for new participants and just $15 for returning participants (just remember to bring your Forever Glass!), or $75 for a season pass to all of this year’s Main Street Wine Walks. More information on pre-registration can be found on the Main Street Gardnerville website (click here), and be sure to visit their page on Facebook for updates.

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The Old West Trio returns to Dangberg Ranch for a summer concert on Thursday, June 19 at 6:30pm, performing songs of the cowboy: three voices, two guitars, and a stand-up bass bring Western harmonies and plenty of fun.

Concert tickets can be purchased at the event and are $20 for 17 years and older and free for 16 years and younger when accompanied by an adult. Members of Friends of Dangberg Home Ranch will receive special pricing so please contact the park for more information. Gate opens at 5:30 pm.

Everyone’s welcome to bring a picnic dinner, snacks, or libations as no food or beverages will be sold at this event. Only genuine service animals are allowed.

For more information, visit the Dangberg Ranch website.

Grab your go-to picnic blanket and head to Minden Park for this free concert! Brought to you by the Douglas County Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with Town of Minden, the Starbucks Carson Valley Roasting Plant & Distribution Center Summer Concert Series features a lineup of local and touring musicians, plus vendors and more!

The concerts will take place in the park from 6:00pm-8:00pm. The current lineup is as follows:

June 20 – The Urban Renewal Project (Jazz, Hip-hop, Vintage Soul)

July 11 – Gruve Nation (Motown, Blues & Funk)

August 8 – Beatles Flashback (Beatles Tribute)

August 29 – Cripple Creek Band (Country, Americana, Bluegrass, Southern Rock)

September 12 – Miki Rae & The Hooligans (Reggae)

For more information visit Parks and Rec’s official website.

Bring your friends and family along and enjoy a beautiful summer evening of live music!

Carson Valley Inn Casino presents Lee Brice live in concert at TJ’s Corral on Friday, June 20. He’ll be performing all his hits like “One Of Them Girls,” “Rumor,” “Hard To Love,” “I Don’t Dance,” “Cry,” and so many more.

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

Tickets start at $79 plus service charge and can be purchased at the Carson Valley Inn front desk or online by clicking here starting on March 21.

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!

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 and takes place on selected days from 4:00pm-8:00pm.

Dates for Wind Down Wednesday 2025 are as follows:

• • • May 7
    • June 25
    • July 23
    • August 27
    • September 24
    • October 15

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.

Carson Valley Inn Casino presents Aaron Lewis and the Stateliners live in concert at TJ’s Corral on Thursday, June 26. They’ll be performing as part of their “American As It Gets 2025” Tour with Aaron and the boys playing their biggest hits.

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

Tickets start at $75 plus service charge and can be purchased at the Carson Valley Inn front desk or online by clicking here. 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!

Join Main Street Gardnerville for the second run of the 2025 “We Run This Town” series on July 4th, the Annual Freedom 5K Run for the Wreath at Heritage Park. There will be prizes for the best patriotic costumes.

Register and complete all three runs in the series and your will receive a commemorative “I Run This Town” Tee shirt!
Bring out the whole family and don’t forget to tell all your friends!

Pre-Registration Fees:
Runners: 10 & Under FREE
Runners: 11 & Up: $25.00
Runners: Military / Veterans: $20.00
Day of Event: $35.00 per runner // $30 for Veterans

Day-of Registration begins at 7:00am.

Main Street Gardnerville has partnered with Wreath’s Across America to honor all 225 Military Veterans laid to rest at Garden Cemetery. This year, $5.00 from every registration will go towards purchasing a wreath for these Veterans.

The run will start and finish at Heritage Park in Gardnerville on the Ezell Street side of the park. The race will begin at 8:00am, rain or shine!

For more details on the series, visit Main Street Gardnerville’s website (click here). To register, you can click here. Be sure to also visit Main Street’s page on Facebook for other news and updates.

Come out to Sierra Shadows Lavender Farm for two U-Pick events this summer! There will be a few local artisans and food available as you pick your own bunches of lavender! Please reserve your spot so we don’t get too crowded in the lavender. Time slots will be available in hour-long increments from 9:00am to 1:00pm.

Lavendula angustifolia will be in bloom at this first event on July 5th. A second event in July will be announced soon! You can find more information and reserve your time 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.

Wild West Watercross is excited to bring it’s 4th Round of 2025 JetSki Races to Topaz Lake! Join them on July 11-13 at the Topaz Lake Park from 12:00pm-5:00pm for a day full of racing. For more information, visit the official website (click here) and follow their page on Facebook for news and updates.

Be sure to follow the organizers @wildwestwatercross!

Main Street Gardnerville’s monthly Wine Walks are back for 2025! The Third Thursday Wine Walk takes place on every third Thursday from May to September, with a special theme each month. Main Street invites you to stroll along and visit the various booths run by local businesses and organizations, who will each have some tasty vino for you to try. This event takes place July 17 from 4:30pm to 7:30pm.

July’s theme is “Rosé in the U.S.A.” Feel free to dress for the occasion and really have fun with it. If wine isn’t your thing – don’t worry! Despite the name, Third Thursday has something for everyone. From hydration stations to non-alcoholic options, food, and more, the Wine Walks are a wonderful way to meet and support local small businesses and meet some pretty incredible people along the way.

Registering is easy and can be done the same day of the event at either Larry Peyton Insurance (1544 U.S. Hwy 395 N) or Gardnerville Station (1395 U.S. Hwy 395 N) in Gardnerville. You can also pre-register. It’s $20 for new participants and just $15 for returning participants (just remember to bring your Forever Glass!), or $75 for a season pass to all of this year’s Main Street Wine Walks. More information on pre-registration can be found on the Main Street Gardnerville website (click here), and be sure to visit their page on Facebook for updates.

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Carson Valley Inn Casino presents Parmalee live in concert at TJ’s Corral on Saturday, July 19. As the most-played group/band on Country Radio in 2023, Parmalee is one of Country Music’s most successful acts with five #1 singles, multiple platinum records, and over 1 Billion on-demand streams.

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

Tickets start at $59 plus service charge and will go on sale starting February 14 at the Carson Valley Inn front desk or online by clicking here.

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!

Carson Valley Inn Casino presents Jackson Dean live in concert at TJ’s Corral on Friday, August 1. One of Nashville’s most intriguing artists with his strong gravel-toned vocals, wayward spirit, intentional songwriting and overall mystique, the fast-rising singer/songwriter Jackson Dean is quickly earning a reputation for his impressive live show and thought-provoking, lyric-driven music.

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

Tickets start at $69 plus service charge and will go on sale starting February 14 at the Carson Valley Inn front desk or online by clicking here.

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!

On Saturday, August 2, join the Douglas County Historical Society from 11:00am-2:00pm for Family Day at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center in Gardnerville, NV and enjoy an unforgettable experience at their Agricultural Day, featuring hands-on fun like planting peas in a pod with Dennis Little outside on the front lawn. Perfect for all ages—come learn, play, and grow with us! Inside the museum will be Family Day activities consisting of WNC Activities, Scavenger Hunt, Museum Exhibits, and more. Enjoy free admission to the museum!

To learn more about this and other events, visit the DCHS website, or check out their page on Facebook.

Main Street Gardnerville’s monthly Wine Walks are back for 2025! The Third Thursday Wine Walk takes place on every third Thursday from May to September, with a special theme each month. Main Street invites you to stroll along and visit the various booths run by local businesses and organizations, who will each have some tasty vino for you to try. This event takes place on August 21 from 4:30pm to 7:30pm.

August’s theme is “Boots, Bling, and Chardonnay Things.” Feel free to dress for the occasion and really have fun with it. If wine isn’t your thing – don’t worry! Despite the name, Third Thursday has something for everyone. From hydration stations to non-alcoholic options, food, and more, the Wine Walks are a wonderful way to meet and support local small businesses and meet some pretty incredible people along the way.

Registering is easy and can be done the same day of the event at either Larry Peyton Insurance (1544 U.S. Hwy 395 N) or Gardnerville Station (1395 U.S. Hwy 395 N) in Gardnerville. You can also pre-register. It’s $20 for new participants and just $15 for returning participants (just remember to bring your Forever Glass!), or $75 for a season pass to all of this year’s Main Street Wine Walks. More information on pre-registration can be found on the Main Street Gardnerville website (click here), and be sure to visit their page on Facebook for updates.

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Carson Valley Inn Casino presents Lit & Fuel live in concert at TJ’s Corral on Friday, August 22. Lit is considered one of the preeminent bands to have come out of the post-grunge era of the late 90’s and helped define an entire generation of SoCal power punk, having released 6 worldwide studio albums, including their RIAA Certified Platinum A Place in the Sun. GRAMMY® Award-nominated multi platinum rock band Fuel are known for their hit songs “Shimmer” from the album Sunburn, “Hemorrhage (In My Hands)” and “Bad Day” from the album Something Like Human, as well as “Falls on Me” from the album Natural Selection as well as many other rock singles and albums.

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

Tickets start at $59 plus service charge and will go on sale starting February 14 at the Carson Valley Inn front desk or online by clicking here.

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!

Coors Brewing Company is proud to announce the 4th annual Wildland Firefighter Benefit Concert, featuring country music star Josh Ross, to be held at TJ’s Corral at the Carson Valley Inn Casino on Friday, August 29, 2025. This special, family-friendly event is dedicated to honoring and supporting our frontline heroes and first responders who tirelessly serve our communities. Josh Ross is known for his hits including “Single Again,” “Trouble,” “Ain’t Doing Jack,” “Red Flags,” and so many more.

The concert starts at 8:00pm. Ticket prices for this event range from $39.75-$49.75 per person; they can be purchased online by clicking here.

This event is taking place to benefit the Wildland Firefighter Foundation. You can visit the official website to learn more about this great organization.

For more information about this and other upcoming events, please visit the Carson Valley Inn website, or check out their page on Facebook.

The Douglas County Rodeo will be back for its 5th year on September 5th and 6th, 2025! Come to the Douglas County Fairgrounds and enjoy a variety of thrilling rodeo events followed by a concert each night, plus local vendors, food trucks, live music, children’s activities and more!

General Admission tickets will go on sale soon; keep checking back for updates! You can find out more and purchase tickets by clicking here once they go on sale. More information, including a schedule of events, will be found on the official Douglas County Rodeo website. You can also check their Facebook page for updates.

On Saturday, September 6, join the Douglas County Historical Society from 11:00am-2:00pm for Family Day at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center in Gardnerville, NV and enjoy a fun-filled day with the Douglas County Sheriff and their K-9 Unit! Family Day activities will include a Scavenger Hunt, Museum Exhibits, and more. Enjoy free admission to the museum!

To learn more about this and other events, visit the DCHS website, or check out their page on Facebook.

Head on over to the 15th Annual Cruz’n Sierra Show & Shine 2025, at the Topaz Lodge from September 11-13. The Topaz Lodge hosts this special event each year, featuring classic cars, food vendors, games, music, raffles, prizes, and more!

There is an entry fee of $35 (paid by August 1st) or $45 (paid after August 1st); if you have questions or need more information, call 775-266-3338 x2304. Topaz Lodge is offering special rates for those who wish to stay through the event; you can call 800-962-0732 if you would like to book (use code CRZN).

More information will eventually be posted to the Topaz Lodge website; you can also follow them on Facebook for news and updates. There’s a preview of the entry form below.

Main Street Gardnerville’s monthly Wine Walks are back for 2025! The Third Thursday Wine Walk takes place on every third Thursday from May to September, with a special theme each month. Main Street invites you to stroll along and visit the various booths run by local businesses and organizations, who will each have some tasty vino for you to try. This event takes place September 18 from 4:30pm to 7:30pm.

September’s theme is “Wines, Vines, and Fall Times.” Feel free to dress for the occasion and really have fun with it. If wine isn’t your thing – don’t worry! Despite the name, Third Thursday has something for everyone. From hydration stations to non-alcoholic options, food, and more, the Wine Walks are a wonderful way to meet and support local small businesses and meet some pretty incredible people along the way.

Registering is easy and can be done the same day of the event at either Larry Peyton Insurance (1544 U.S. Hwy 395 N) or Gardnerville Station (1395 U.S. Hwy 395 N) in Gardnerville. You can also pre-register. It’s $20 for new participants and just $15 for returning participants (just remember to bring your Forever Glass!), or $75 for a season pass to all of this year’s Main Street Wine Walks. More information on pre-registration can be found on the Main Street Gardnerville website (click here), and be sure to visit their page on Facebook for updates.

Celebrate 106 years of this incredible event, complete with countless arts and crafts vendors, food, and of course, its famous candy!

The Genoa “Candy Dance” originated in 1919 as an effort to raise money to purchase street lights for the small, but enterprising community of Genoa, Nevada’s first settlement. Lillian Virgin Finnegan, daughter of then-prominent Judge Daniel Webster Virgin, suggested the idea of a dance and making candy to pass around during the dance as an incentive for a good “turn-out.” The Genoa community did raise the needed funds for streetlights, but realized the monthly electric bill had to be paid. The candy makers were then called upon each year to help promote the “Candy Dance” and pay a year’s worth of electricity for the streetlights throughout the town. Couples would come from Reno, Carson City, and surrounding areas to join in the evening’s fun. The Arts & Crafts Faire was added in the 1970s, and later became a two-day event. The first Faire was held on the front lawn of a private residence on Genoa Lane with twelve vendors. A few years later, the popular Faire was moved to the Mormon Station Historic State Monument grounds. With added expansion through the years, now Faire exhibitors are also found along a major portion of the downtown area. With all the people visiting the Faire these days, the streets in and out of Genoa are temporarily closed during the day from 7:00am-7:00pm.

Save the date for this amazing weekend, which will take place September 27 and 28, 2025. The event, which boasts over 400 arts and crafts, activity, and food vendors, plus a Saturday night Dinner Dance, draws thousands of people to Genoa.

Booths are open from 9:00am -5:00pm Saturday and 9:00am-4:00pm on Sunday. There is also a Saturday night Dinner and Dance (advance tickets are required, and will be available for purchase ahead of the event).

You can visit the Town of Genoa website for more information, or call the Town Office at 775-782-8696 with questions. Check the event’s page on Facebook for updates!

Main Street Gardnerville is hosting their Annual Coffin Races & Fall Festival at Heritage Park in Gardnerville on October 4, 2025 from 9:00am – 3:00pm. This festival offers something for everyone in the family, from Harvest in the community gardens to East Fork Gallery’s scarecrow building or racing a coffin with a team of friends. There will be live music featuring local bands and performances by talented local companies, plus over 60 arts and crafts vendors and a food truck alley. It is a full day of family-friendly activities, wonderful food and beverages, and entertainment sure to get you in the mood for Fall!

This event is FREE to attend and open to the public, so bring your family and friends for a great day in the park!

For more information on this and other annual events, visit Main Street Gardnerville’s website. Check out the event’s page on Facebook for more details on the offerings. If you’re interested in registering for the Coffin Races, you’ll find more information by clicking here.

Join Douglas County Historical Society for a docent-led tour at the Mottsville Cemetery in Gardnerville.

Explore the resting place of pioneers and hear their stories brought to life by Docent guided tours at select grave sites. Experience local history in a unique way as these talented actors portray the lives and legacies of those who shaped our community.

Guided tours will take place on Saturday, October 18 beginning at 3:00pm, with the last tour at 5:00pm. Tickets are $10 per adult, or $5 for DCHS members and youths 17 years and under. Children 6 years and under are free. You can purchase tickets at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center at 1477 US Hwy 395 N in Gardnerville.

This is intended to be a family friendly program. The cemetery paths are uneven, so it’s best to wear sturdy shoes and avoid open-toed sandals. For more information, visit the Douglas County Historical Society website.

Join Main Street Gardnerville on October 18 for the third run of the 2025 “We Run This Town” fun run/walk series, as they fundraise for local cancer treatment centers and raise awareness. Make sure to dress in pink to show your support!

Register and complete all three runs in the series and your will receive an “I Run This Town” tee shirt!

Pre-Registration Fees:
Runners: 10 & Under: FREE
Runners: 11 & Up: $25.00 ($35 Day-of Registration)
Registration Begins at 7:00 am

As part of the fundraiser, $5 from every registration will be donated to: Carson Valley Health & Carson Tahoe Health cancer treatment centers.

The run will start and finish at Heritage Park in Gardnerville on the Ezell Street side of the park. The race begins at 8:00am rain or shine!

For more details about the series, visit Main Street Gardnerville’s website (click here). To register, you can click here. Be sure to also visit Main Street’s page on Facebook for other news and updates.

On Saturday, September 6, join the Douglas County Historical Society from 11:00am-2:00pm for Family Day at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center in Gardnerville, NV and discover Nevada’s amazing wildlife with the Nevada Department of Wildlife! Explore the fascinating world of antlers, horns, hides, skulls, and tracks in this engaging presentation. Plus, enjoy a day full of family-friendly activities and free admission to the museum!

To learn more about this and other events, visit the DCHS website, or check out their page on Facebook.

Bring friends and family of all ages to Heritage Park for the 4th Annual Día de los Muertos Festival on Saturday, November 1 from 11:00am-5:00pm, presented by Main Street Gardnerville, Douglas County Community Services, and the Carson Valley Arts Council.

Join the celebration, featuring Mariachi music, Folkloric, Aztec Dancers, food and drink vendors, arts and crafts, face painting, Altars, a 12-foot Catrina doll presented by Latino Arte and Culture of Reno, and more!

This event is free to attend. For more information, visit the Main Street Gardnerville website or check out the event’s page on Facebook.

Come support your local community and shop quality handmade crafts from over 100 vendors! Just in time for the holiday season, Young at Heart presents its annual Holiday Craft Fair on November 7 and 8 at the Douglas County Community & Senior Center in Gardnerville.

November 7: 5:00pm-8:00pm
November 8: 9:00am-4:00pm

This event is free to attend, and is the biggest free indoor craft fair in the Valley! Don’t miss this opportunity to fill your holiday shopping needs with beautiful works from local artists.
All proceeds go to support services for the Douglas County Senior Center. For more information about the Craft Fair, contact Kathryn Clark at yah.craftfair@gmail.com or by calling 775-267-4675.
Learn more about Young at Heart by visiting their official website or checking out their page on Facebook.

Looking for that perfect last minute Christmas gift? Come shop from one-of-a-kind craft vendors at this free event and enjoy a drink or two while you shop! Featuring local makers and vendors, plus food trucks and holiday drinks, all in the beautifully restored Minden Mercantile building!

The market will take place on December 13th from 9:00am-3:00pm. For more information, check out the CV Flyte website or check their page on Facebook.