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January 2022
National Cowboy Poetry Gathering – Elko – CANCELLED
CANCELLED Announcing the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering It all began as a time and place where Western ranchers and cowboys could gather to share poems about their lives working cattle. Three decades later, the tribe is now a nation of Western poets, musicians, artisans and storytellers, sharing their creativity across the country, telling their stories of hard work, heartbreak and hilarity, and what it means to make your way in the rangeland West. The 38th National Cowboy Poetry Gathering will…
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Eagles & Agriculture – Carson Valley
We are excited to bring you Eagles and Agriculture 2022! This year will have slight variations on timings and gatherings to meet social distancing requirements, but the same great receptions and tours you've come to expect will still be offered. Eagles & Agriculture is one of the most unusual events on any state’s calendar. It attracts hundreds of visitors to the Carson Valley each winter for a unique opportunity to photograph the birds, tour the ranches, and gape in wonder…
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North Lake Tahoe Snowfest
North Lake Tahoe's Snowfest is a 10-day winter carnival with numerous events and activities celebrating the Lake Tahoe winter scene. Fun to be had by all ages..be it kids, families, adult only, or animal events...SnowFest! has it all! Snowfest began in spring of 1982. The event celebrates life in the High Sierra and features: parades, fireworks, a Polar Bear Swim, an Iditarun, the Snowfest! Queen, a pancake breakfast and much more.
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33rd Winnemucca Ranch Hand Rodeo
Winnemucca’s Ranch Hand Rodeo is the largest and most exciting in Nevada. 30 teams compete for bragging rights and prizes in Saddle Bronc Riding, Steer Stopping, Wild Mugging, Trailer Loading, Team Roping, Ranch Doctoring, and Team Branding. Free admission to Wednesday — Friday events and the Ranch, Rope and Performance Horse Sale on Saturday evening. Rodeo Admission: $10/person ~ $5/kids 6 – 12 years old ~ 5 years old and under FREE
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Silver State Chili Cook-Off – Pahrump, NV
Head to Pahrump for the 10th Annual Silver State Chili Cook-Off at Petrack Park on Saturday, March 26 through Sunday, March 27. Enjoy celebrity judges, live music, car show, vendors and more. Visitors can also taste the chili entries. The Silver State Chili Cookoff is sanctioned by the International Chili Society.
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WinterWonderGrass Tahoe Music & Brew Festival – Palisades
The Music. The Brews. The Mountains. Come to North Lake Tahoe's unique, boutique festival gatherings of bluegrass, roots and string bands, craft breweries, whiskeys and local brands. WinterWonderGrass is 3 days of world-class Bluegrass/Acoustic Roots music, CA and NV craft breweries and beer tasting all under the snow covered peaks at Squaw Valley. WinterWonderGrass is an all ages family event, must be 21+ to purchase alcohol. Event is outdoors in the winter and takes place snow, rain or shine. See…
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Pahrump Hot Air Balloon Festival
The Pahrump Balloon Festival brings together more than 30 hot air balloon pilots from the western states. Bring the family to enjoy hot air balloon rides, music, entertainment, great food, vendors, high school rodeo, and more!
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51st Annual Virginia City Grand Prix
The Comstock comes alive with the roar of motorcycles during the Virginia City Grand Prix, one of the largest and most competitive off road motorcycle races in the west. This annual two-day event draws more than 1,000 racers to Virginia City to battle the rough terrain for glory.
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51st Annual Jim Butler Days
Travel on US Highway 95 to celebrate the founder of Tonopah and it's historic past at the Annual Jim Butler Days. Highlights you won't want to miss include the 51st Annual Jim Butler Days Parade, Street Dance, Live Music, Comedy Show, Nevada State Mining Championships, Nevada Pro-Am Arm Wrestling, Bartender Races, Wine Tasting and Whiskey Tasting just to name a few. *Kid Friendly
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Fears, Tears, and Beers MTB Enduro Race – Ely
Fears, Tears, and Beers is an Enduro format mountain bike event. Pedal your bike to the top of the mountain and then you are timed at specific sections of the course. There will be 2-6 timed sections, mostly twisty downhills and sprint sections. The sum of the times on these special tests will determine the winner. The event takes place on BLM and USFS administered lands under special use permits. Men’s and women’s events for all classes. Beginner Run: 11 miles, 1000’ climbing, 2 timed sections…
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