Dancing on the River: Believe Plaza
2026-06-04 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Believe Plaza, 10 N Virginia Street, Reno, 89501
Dancing on the River 2026
Celebrating America’s 250th BirthdaySponsored by LocalBot AI and the City of Reno
City Plaza & Virginia Street — Downtown Reno July 3–4 | 6:00–10:00 PM | FREE
Downtown Reno is about to dance.
Picture thousands of people gathered along the Truckee River… music filling the air people dancing under the summer skyAmerican flags waving along Virginia Street City Plaza alive with lights, energy, and celebration
That’s Dancing on the River.
For two unforgettable nights, we’re celebrating America’s 250th birthday by bringing our community together in the heart of downtown Reno
Because something incredible happens when people dance.
It doesn’t matter where you come from.It doesn’t matter your background or your story.
When the music starts, strangers become neighbors, the crowd moves together, and the entire city feels united.
This is the kind of night that reminds us why we love our community.
Dancing at City Plaza
The heart of the celebration is the dance floor at City Plaza, where everyone is invited to join in.
Dance Schedule (Both Nights)
6:30 PM — Dance Lesson 7:30 PM — Dance Performances 8:30 PM — Dance Performances
DJs keep the music going all evening.
No experience required — just come ready to dance.
Saturday Night Highlights
Two incredible moments you won’t want to miss.
7:04 PM — The Freedom Moment
At exactly 7:04 PM on Saturday, everyone along Virginia Street will come together for the 7:04 Freedom Moment, celebrating 250 years of American freedom
For a brief moment, the music pauses, and the entire crowd celebrates the freedoms that allow nights like this to exist.
We’re planning something special.
We can’t tell you what it is yet.
But trust us…
You’ll want to be there when it happens.
9:45 PM — Fireworks Over Downtown Reno
Later that night, fireworks will light up the sky over downtown Reno, and we’ll have a fantastic view from Virginia Street and the river.
After a night of music and dancing, we’ll look up together and watch the sky explode with color — the perfect ending to an unforgettable evening.
Best Patriotic Outfit Contest
Come dressed in your best red, white, and blue.
FlagsBootsCowboy hatsStars and glitter
Go big.
Best Patriotic Outfit wins a prize.
Flags for the Community
To celebrate America’s 250th birthday, we’ll be handing out American flags during the event.
Wave them proudly, bring them to the dance floor, and raise them together during the 7:04 Freedom Moment
Celebrating Freedom
While this celebration is for the entire community, we will also take a moment to recognize the service members and veterans who helped protect the freedoms we enjoy today
As part of the event, Dancing on the River will make a donation to a charity that supports veterans.
Event Details
City Plaza & Virginia Street — Downtown Reno July 3–4, 2026 6:00–10:00 PM FREE community event
Bring your friends.Bring your family.Bring your dancing shoes.
Mark yourself as GOING Invite your friends Share the event
Let’s fill Virginia Street with dancers
Interested in becoming a vendor, sponsor, donor, or community partner?Learn more at:https://dancingontheriver.com/

Off the Rails: FREE Outdoor Concert Series: Locomotion Plaza
2026-06-12 18:00 - 22:00 | Locomotion Plaza, 39.528414, -119.814339
Summer in Reno just got a soundtrack
Off the Rails — OffBeat Music Festival’s FREE outdoor concert series — kicks off June 12th under The Reno Arch with Bay Area indie-folk singer-songwriter Kelly McFarling headlining, joined by local indie singer Kingwhistler!
Free entry. All ages. Food trucks, a pop-up bar, kid zone, and live music from one of the most captivating performers to ever play an OffBeat Music Festival stage. Free to attend, free to dance! This is what summer evenings in Reno are for.
June 12th • 6–10PM The Reno Arch & Locomotion Plaza | 301 N Virginia Street FREE & all ages Hosted by OffBeat Music Society & The City of Reno
KELLY MCFARLING – Bay Area indie-folk singer-songwriter with serious roots in melody, groove, and soul. Think Laura Marling meets Bonnie Raitt — beautiful, well-crafted songs delivered with real emotion. We’ve never NOT been floored by her performances, including on the OBMF stage in 2017, 2023, & 2025 and are delighted to have her back in Reno for OTR!
KINGWHISTLER – Based in Reno, NV, frontman, singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Nick Aliberti—better known as Kingwhistler—brings a passion for classic rock and catchy hooks to the indie scene. With a focus on storytelling and rich harmonies, Kingwhistler’s unpretentious melodies sound as comfortable at home on your turntable as they do fueling your weekend party playlist.
Looking ahead? Save the date!– Off the Rails #2 • July 17th, 6pm-10pmHeadlined by High Step Society & joined by Carlo
– Off the Rails #3 • August 28th, 6pm-10pmHeadlined by Combo Tezeta & joined with Suika T

Boots' in the Plaza: Believe Plaza
2026-06-13 17:00 - 22:00 | Believe Plaza, 10 N Virginia Street, Reno, 89501
Boots’ Honky Tonk – Summer Series Kickoff featuring Jakota Wass
We’re kicking off the summer at Boots Honky Tonk with a special opening night featuring a live performance by Jakota Wass.
Join us as we launch our expanded summer series in Downtown Reno with a full evening of country music, dancing, and high-energy honky tonk vibes.The night will set the tone for a summer full of Boots’ programming, rotating entertainment, and packed dance floors all season long.Entertainment Schedule:• 7:00–10:00PM – Live concert by Jakota Wass• 8:00PM – Free dance instruction with High Desert Country (open to all guests)
This is the official start of the Boots summer season—where the West still dances, the music stays loud, and the crowd comes ready to two-step under the lights.

Saturdays in the Park: Believe Plaza
2026-06-13 17:00 - 22:00 | Believe Plaza, 10 N Virginia Street, Reno, 89501
Saturdays in the Park is a free weekly summer event in downtown Reno at Believe Plaza, happening select Saturdays from 5–10 PM. The event features a rotating lineup of local food trucks, bars, live music, and casual games, creating a laid-back atmosphere.
Saturdays in the Park – Opening NightJune 13 | 5PM–10PM | Downtown RenoJoin us for the kickoff of Saturdays in the Park, a brand new weekly summer series at Believe Plaza.We’re bringing the community together for an evening along the Truckee River with a curated lineup of food trucks, live entertainment, local libations, and outdoor games—all set in the heart of downtown Reno.This is opening night, and we’re starting strong.Entertainment Schedule:• 7:00–10:00PM – Live concert by Jakota Wass• 8:00PM – Free dance instruction with High Desert Country (open to all guests)What to expect:• Up to 10 food trucks serving a variety of local favorites• Full bar featuring beer, cocktails, and more• Live music and entertainment throughout the evening• Lawn games and open space to relax and hang out• Free admissionEach week will feature a rotating lineup of vendors and entertainment, so no two Saturdays will be the same.Food truck lineup and additional entertainment announcements coming soon.Bring your friends, grab dinner, and enjoy a summer night by the river.

Dr. Fresch: Cargo Concert Hall
2026-06-13 21:00 - 2026-06-14 02:00 | Cargo Concert Hall, 255 N Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
RVLTN and Cargo Concert Hall presents Dr. Fresch and other special guests! 18+ Event | Full Bar for 21+ (Must have a physical, valid photo ID) Doors 9:00 PM | 9:00 PM Show All ticket holders may receive 10% off food purchases inside Cafe Whitney on the day of the show when presenting their ticket stub to a server (not inclusive of any other offers). No refunds will be made following doors open for the show. If you wish to have your tickets refunded, please request that your tickets be refunded prior to the end of the day on the 12th.

29th Annual BBQ, Brews & Blues Festival: Virginia Street at the Eldorado
2026-06-19 15:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-20 11:00 - 20:00 | Eldorado Resort Casino, 345, Reno, 89501
29th Annual BBQ, Brews & Blues Festival

Indulge in mouthwatering barbecue, sample over 100 beers from breweries nationwide, and enjoy free live entertainment at the 29th Annual BBQ, Brews & Blues Festival in downtown Reno, hosted by Silver Legacy, Eldorado, and Circus Circus Reno (Caesars Entertainment).
Festival Hours
Friday, June 19 | 3 PM – 9 PM
Saturday, June 20 | 11 AM – 8 PM

Saturdays in the Park: Believe Plaza
2026-06-20 17:00 - 22:00 | Believe Plaza, 10 N Virginia Street, Reno, 89501
Saturdays in the Park is a free weekly summer event in downtown Reno at Believe Plaza, happening select Saturdays from 5–10 PM. The event features a rotating lineup of local food trucks, bars, live music, and casual games, creating a laid-back atmosphere.
Saturdays in the Park – Week 2June 20 | 5PM–10PM | Downtown RenoJoin us for the kickoff of Saturdays in the Park, a brand new weekly summer series at Believe Plaza.We’re bringing the community together for an evening along the Truckee River with a curated lineup of food trucks, live entertainment, local libations, and outdoor games—all set in the heart of downtown Reno.This is opening night, and we’re starting strong.What to expect:• Up to 10 food trucks serving a variety of local favorites• Full bar featuring beer, cocktails, and more• Live music and entertainment throughout the evening• Lawn games and open space to relax and hang out• Free admissionEach week will feature a rotating lineup of vendors and entertainment, so no two Saturdays will be the same – this week will be an Acoustic Showcase featuring local talent/varied genres: 6:55pm to 7:20 Alese and Coma Toast, 7:25 to 7:50 Kaitlin O’Connor, 7:55 to 8:20 Henri Allen, 8:25 to 8:50 Annie Davidson, 8:55 to 9:20 Michael Tegio and Andy Zamora, 9:25 to 9:50 James Coon.Food truck lineup coming soon.Bring your friends, grab dinner, and enjoy a summer night by the river.

Saturdays in the Park: Believe Plaza
2026-06-27 17:00 - 22:00 | Believe Plaza, 10 N Virginia Street, Reno, 89501
Saturdays in the Park is a free weekly summer event in downtown Reno at Believe Plaza, happening select Saturdays from 5–10 PM. The event features a rotating lineup of local food trucks, bars, live music, and casual games, creating a laid-back atmosphere.
Saturdays in the Park – Week 3June 27 | 5PM–10PM | Downtown RenoJoin us for Saturdays in the Park, a brand new weekly summer series at Believe Plaza.We’re bringing the community together for an evening along the Truckee River with a curated lineup of food trucks, live entertainment, local libations, and outdoor games—all set in the heart of downtown Reno.This is opening night, and we’re starting strong.What to expect:• Up to 10 food trucks serving a variety of local favorites• Full bar featuring beer, cocktails, and more• Live music and entertainment throughout the evening• Lawn games and open space to relax and hang out• Free admissionEach week will feature a rotating lineup of vendors and entertainment, so no two Saturdays will be the same – this week will be an Acoustic Showcase featuring local talent/varied genres: 6:55pm to 7:20 Marikat, 7:25 to 7:50 Derrick Julian, 7:55 to 8:20 Jenny and the Devil, 8:25 to 8:50 Molly Moser, 8:55 to 9:20 Sue, and 9:25 to 9:50 WithowonderFood truck lineup announcements coming soon.Bring your friends, grab dinner, and enjoy a summer night by the river.

4th of July Fireworks: Eldorado, Silver Legacy & Circus Circus
2026-07-04 21:30 - 22:00 | Eldorado Resort Casino, 345, Reno, 89501
On July 4, the Silver Legacy, Eldorado, and Circus Circus Reno will light up the sky with fireworks beginning at 9:30 p.m. to celebrate the United States of America’s 250th Independence Day and the $200,000 Boots and Bubbles Giveaway. Fireworks will launch from the Silver Legacy Resort Casino, and Virginia Street will close to traffic from Second Street to Sixth Street for spectators.
Photo works by Reno After Dark.

Boots' on the River: Wingfield Park
2026-08-08 17:00 - 22:00 | Wingfield Park, 2 S Arlington Ave, reno, NV, 90501, United States
Boots Honky Tonk – Summer Series Finale featuring Carson ChandlerAugust 8 | Wingfield Park | Downtown RenoWe’re closing out the Boots Honky Tonk summer series with a special finale celebration at Wingfield Park featuring a live performance by Carson Chandler.Join us for one last summer night of country music, dancing, cold drinks, and honky tonk energy along the Truckee River in the heart of Downtown Reno. After a season of packed dance floors and unforgettable nights, we’re bringing the community together for a final celebration Western-style.Entertainment Schedule:• 7:00–10:00PM – Live concert by Carson Chandler• 8:00PM – Free dance instruction with High Desert Country (open to all guests)Expect live music, dancing under the lights, local libations, and the signature Boots atmosphere that kept the West dancing all summer long.

Men At Work with Toad the Wet Sprocket and Shonen Knife: Silver Legacy
2026-08-18 19:00 - 22:00 | Silver Legacy Casino, 401 N. Virginia St, Reno, 89501
𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀. 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝘂𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁. ✨
Men At Work with Toad the Wet Sprocket and Shonen Knife bring the soundtrack of good vibes to Reno at the Silver Legacy Grande Exposition Hall on August 18.
🎟️ Tickets on Sale this Friday, 1/23 at 10am
👉 Get yours here: https://bit.ly/4pRwage
