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May 2021
Nevada State Old-Time Fiddlers’ Contest
Everyone out west knows fiddle music, but where did it begin? “Old time fiddle tunes” are derived from European folk dance tunes such as Jig, Reel, Breakdown, Schottische, Waltz, Two Step and Polka. The fiddle may be accompanied by banjo or other instruments but are nevertheless called “fiddle tunes”. The genre traces from the colonization of North America by immigrants from England, France, Germany, Ireland, and Scotland. It is separate and distinct from traditions which it has influenced or which…
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Oodles of Noodles Festival & Pasta Cook-Off – Dayton, NV – CANCELLED
CANCELLED Dayton's Annual Oodles of Noodles Festival & Pasta Cook-Off is an event that celebrates Dayton's Chinese & Italian. The 20th Annual Oodles of Noodles will be featuring a pasta cook-off, treasure hunt, pancake breakfast, pet parade, live music, craft vendors and more! 2021 will be the first year for our Dayton Stor-all Corn Hole Tournament!
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27th Annual Valhalla Renaissance Faire – Camp Richardson, South Lake Tahoe
Drawing more then 8,000 visitors, the Valhalla Renaissance Faire is a unique entertainment experience and an extraordinary outing for children. This unique festival includes full armored combat between knights, a Celtic Music Concert along with culinary delicacies, craft demonstrations, ancient music, dance and comedy. Patrons will participate in archery, javelin throws, and fencing. Activities for the children will include dancing, games, crafts, puppet shows and storytelling.
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Highway 50 Association’s Annual Wagon Train – South Lake Tahoe
72nd Annual Highway 50 Association Wagon Train The Highway 50 Association promotes the only bi-state historic event of the Highway 50 Wagon Train!! A great way for the family to relive history together! Route: South Lake Tahoe to Placerville, California * ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER SPECIAL NOTE: All Dress and Wagons or Buggies must be Authentic Era - Please check with officials. No T-shirts, tank tops, halter tops or shorts. Pow Wow each night at the Lead Hitch. Wagon Train…
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Eureka Gold Rush Games
Score the mother lode! Old fashioned mining games - Men's Single Jack Men's Hand Mucking Men's Spike Driving Women's Single Jack Women's Hand Mucking Women's Spike Drive Double Jack Drilling Single Jack Leg Drilling Team Jack Leg Drilling CASH Prizes and trophies! Enter to compete today! This is a family friendly event! Concerts, kid games, food and fun! Saturday night join us for a Grubstake Dinner Banquet and concert! This event is hosted by Western Spirit Foundation, a 501(c)(3) devoted…
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Sierra Arts Festival 2021 – Reno
SIERRA ARTS FESTIVAL Showcases Artists’ Work Art Exhibit and Sale Sierra Arts Festival 2021 celebrates local artists in downtown Reno with an all day outdoor, open air art market, music, family friendly entertainment, a beer garden, local food trucks and packed activities. Sierra Arts Foundation and Artech with the support of generous community donors including the City of Reno, will showcase a group of talented local artists who will present their art for sale at the Sierra Arts Festival event.…
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Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival
The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival at Sand Harbor remains a fun, casual evening on the beach, but under the stewardship of the Board of Directors and Festival management, it has also become one of the outstanding outdoor cultural events in the United States. In addition to producing professional productions of Shakespeare and other classics for nearly 25,000 patrons each summer, the Festival’s Monday Night and Summer Encore Showcases,
Find out more »Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival
The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival at Sand Harbor remains a fun, casual evening on the beach, but under the stewardship of the Board of Directors and Festival management, it has also become one of the outstanding outdoor cultural events in the United States. In addition to producing professional productions of Shakespeare and other classics for nearly 25,000 patrons each summer, the Festival’s Monday Night and Summer Encore Showcases,
Find out more »August 2021
Burning Man 2021
Invitation to the Future We know that for many, securing a ticket is what solidifies Black Rock City plans and kicks off other projects related to the Burn. Opening that envelope in the mail, seeing the Survival Guide, and enjoying a Fireball candy makes it all real. We are pleased to announce an Invitation to the Future! The idea is simple: Those who have the financial means can buy a reservation that guarantees access to purchase one ticket to each…
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OCTA Oregon California Trail Convention
Join OCTA in Elko, Nevada for its 38th Annual Convention in September 2021. The convention theme is “Through the Lens of History – Preserving the Past – Focusing on the Future” NEW since the OCTA 2010 Convention in Elko, NV: – Terrific tour of the Williams Family Gun Museum, Blacksmith shop, and Gunsmith Shop – Incredible interpretive walking trails at historic, recently-excavated Fort Ruby – Beautiful and scenic tour of Lamoille Canyon with professional photographer Susan Elliott and Naturalist Larry Hyslop…
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