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Whitney Peak Hotel Celebrates Anniversary

Reno’s only non-smoking and non-gaming luxury boutique property, Whitney Peak, which officially opened June 7, 2014, has changed the traditional hotel experience in Reno. “It has been our goal from day one to eschew the status quo,” says General Manager Niki Gross. “We wanted to bring something completely new and unique to Reno, and provide an unparalleled […]
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‘Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice’ Comes to Las Vegas

“Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice” is the first child-centered exhibit in the country dedicated to expanding the understanding of dinosaur habitat. The display roars into Las Vegas at DISCOVERY Children’s Museum is open through September 13. The exciting, traveling exhibit transports families back to the Cretaceous Period, (145-65 million years ago), the time when dinosaurs last lived […]
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2015 Great Nevada Picture Hunt

Attention, Nevada photographers! The 2015 Great Nevada Picture Hunt is about to get underway and we’ve made some changes!  For 38 years, we’ve highlighted the most beautiful images from around the Silver State, captured by local photographers. You don’t have to make your living shooting photos; you just have to love Nevada and her wonderful […]
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American Heroes Honored in Virginia City Memorial Day Parade

Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend in historic Virginia City, with the annual Celebration of Heroes Parade on Saturday, May 23 at noon. Taking place along C Street, the parade honors the memory of those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. The grand marshals for this year’s Celebration of Heroes Parade are Brenda and Greg Bolander of Virginia City. The Bolanders […]
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Hot August Nights Announces New Event in Virginia City

Venue Addition Creates Wave of Excitement for Car Enthusiasts. Hot August Nights brings Nevada history to life when the streets of the historic Comstock town of Virginia City fill with a bevy of classic cars Friday, July 31 and Saturday, Aug. 1 from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. In advance of the 29th annual Hot August Nights […]
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The Legends of the Game Celebrity Tour 2015

Since 1996, the Legends of the Game Celebrity Tour has created a weekend of golf, entertainment, dining, and gaming fun, plus a whole lot of giving back to the Reno area. May 29-31, the tradition continues with more than 40 sports celebrities taking part in the tournament, set to be held at LakeRidge Golf Course—designed […]
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No. 1 Disc Golf Course in Las Vegas Opens this Memorial Day

Las Vegas’ best disc golf course is nowhere near the city’s neon; it’s in the mountains surrounding the city, just 35 miles to the north at the Las Vegas Ski and Snowboard Resort (LVSSR). Voted the No.1 disc golf course in Las Vegas, the 5,800-foot course sits among the aspen and bristlecone pines in the beautiful Humboldt-Toiyabe […]
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Las Vegas Celebrates Elvis

Priscilla Presley to Join Opening Weekend Events Celebrating Graceland’s First Permanent Elvis Exhibition Outside of Graceland at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino   Elvis Presley’s Graceland will celebrate the April 23rd grand opening of its new permanent exhibition, theater showroom, and wedding chapel in Las Vegas at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino with star-studded, red […]
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International Camel & Ostrich Races Returns to Virginia City

Races take place at the new Virginia City Arena and Fairgrounds. Historic Virginia City’s biggest annual event of the year is all new for 2015. Having outgrown its current venue, the 56th annual International Camel and Ostrich Races, presented by Dolan Auto Group, is moving to the new Virginia City Arena & Fairgrounds in Virginia […]
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First Parklet To Open in Las Vegas

Downtown Las Vegas will welcome the city’s first parklet, a small public area that allows passersby to relax and enjoy the atmosphere of the city around them. Replacing a single parking space, the parklet will be installed on Friday, April 17, followed by an unveiling ceremony on Tuesday, April 21. Located at the corner of […]
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Henderson Gears Up for Spring Events

Crazy Spokes Saturday, April 11 Registration: 9-9:45 a.m. Fair: 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. 25-Mile Bike Ride: 10 a.m. 6-Mile Family Fun Ride: 10:30 a.m. Location: Mission Hills Park Address: 551 E. Mission Dr. Henderson, NV 89002 Phone: 702-267-2171 Let’s get crazy for a celebration of one of the world’s greatest inventions – the bicycle! Dress to impress in your most colorful […]
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Nevada State Museum Presents Nevada Wildflowers

On April 11, spend your Saturday at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City studying and learning about the local wildflowers. Take part in many different activities designed to help you better identify some of the wildlife we see everyday around town and on the hiking trails: dissect specimens, sketch plants, press flowers, collect maps and guides for […]
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All Aboard this Mother’s Day 2015

With a rhythmic “choo-choo,” the Virginia and Truckee Railroad will come alive this Mother’s Day weekend (May 9-10) as the vintage diesel engines offers a chance to take a trip back to the Wild West. Anyone can take mom to brunch, but there are extra points for style. These special edition train rides from Nevada’s capital, Carson […]
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Golf Fest Tees Off in Las Vegas

On Friday, April 24 and Saturday, April 25, Golf Fest comes to Las Vegas at The TaylorMade Golf Experience. Golf trick-shot artist Craig Hocknull will be performing his remarkable Outback Golf Show at 3 p.m. on Friday and 1 p.m. on Saturday, as well as a golf hypnosis seminar featuring award winning sports hypnotist Elliot Roe at 1 […]