Downtown Reno Partnership

Mountainfilm on Tour: Nevada Museum of Art
2025-12-11 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Nevada Museum of Art, 160 West Liberty, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
Held annually in Telluride, CO, Mountainfilm is a festival featuring a collection of culturally rich, adventure-packed and enlightening documentary short films. A curated selection of powerful films from the festival will be shown at the Nevada Museum of Art. Mountainfilm on Tour is presented in partnership with Sierra Forever.
*Doors open at 5pm with a cash bar*

MountainFilm on Tour: Nevada Musuem of Art
2025-12-11 18:00 - 20:30 | Nevada Musuem of Art, 160 W Liberty, Reno, 89501, United States
Mountainfilm on Tour

Held annually in Telluride, CO, Mountainfilm is a festival featuring a collection of culturally rich, adventure-packed and enlightening documentary short films. Join us for a screening of a curated selection of powerful films from the festival. Mountainfilm on Tour is presented in partnership with Sierra Forever.
*Doors open at 5pm with a cash bar*

Buttcracker Neverland: Bruka Theater
2025-12-11 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-12-12 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-12-13 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-12-14 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-17 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-12-18 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-12-19 19:30 - 21:30 | Bruka Theatre, 99 N. Virginia St, Reno, 89509
Tickets on sale now for the holiday show of the season – Bruka’s Buttcracker. Neverland mashes with Dancing With The Stars. Tickets bruka.org.

Home for the Holidays: Greater Nevada Field
2025-12-12 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-13 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-19 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-20 17:00 - 21:00 | greater nevada field, 250 Evans Ave, Reno, 89501
Christmas is coming early to Greater Nevada Field!
Join us for Home for the Holidays, a six-night immersive holiday experience taking place all throughout the ballpark!
Every Friday and Saturday from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm in December before Christmas, you can enjoy unique tree lightings, take holiday photos and browse the vendor village in Downtown Reno! There will also be a Fireworks Show each Friday and a Drone Show each Saturday!

Spirit of the Season | A Very Merry Road Trip: Holidays Across America: Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts
2025-12-12 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-13 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-13 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-14 13:00 - 17:00 | Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts, 100 S. Virginia Street, Reno, NV, 89501
Showtimes:
Friday, December 12: Doors 6:00 PM, Concert 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 13: Two showtimes – Doors 1:00 PM, Concert 2:00 PM and Doors 6:00 PM, Concert 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 14: Doors 1:00 PM, Concert 2:00 PM
Buckle up for the ultimate holiday adventure as we take you on a musical road trip across America! In this one-of-a-kind holiday spectacular, your Reno Phil Orchestra & Chorus, along with special guest performers, bring the sounds of the holidays from every corner of the United States to life. From the bright lights of New York to the sunny shores of California, our country’s unique holiday spirit is captured in a symphonic celebration that’s sure to dazzle. This family-friendly event promises something for everyone. It’s the perfect way to kick off your holiday season, start a new tradition, and create lasting memories with loved ones. Join us for an unforgettable journey across America—where the magic of the holidays and the beauty of our nation come together in perfect harmony!
Ticket Information
Classix Subscriber Pre-sale begins September 5 at 10AM. Tickets on Sale September 10 at 10AM. Please note there will be no video on demand option this year. For more information, including how to subscribe to Classix, please visit https://renophil.com/spirit-of-the-season

Winter Wonderland: Hands ON! Community Day: Nevada Musuem of Art
2025-12-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Nevada Musuem of Art, 160 W Liberty, Reno, 89501, United States
Get in the holiday spirit at this special Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturday. This fun-filled community day offers free admission, hands-on art activities, a hot chocolate bar, a special rendition of ‘The Grinch’ and ‘The Nutcracker’ as well as storytelling, docent-guided tours, and even a special book signing event. Art Expeditions provides children the opportunity to engage with Museum staff and take a closer look at current works on view.
This is also our annual Museum School Open House, and the Museum School is offering a 20% discount on upcoming class registrations for this day only!
SCHEDULE
10 am – 6 pm | Free Admission for all Visitors 10 am – 4 pm | Project 1: Gingerbread House Making 10 am – 4 pm | Project 2: Ornament Marbling 10 am – 4 pm | Project 3: Art Project 10 am – 4 pm | Project 4: Holiday Figure Sketching 10 am – 2 pm | Book Signing with Nevada Poet Laureate Shaun Griffin, authors Michael Branch and Mark Curtis, artist Craig Mitchell and more 10 am – 4 pm | Hot Chocolate Bar 10 am – 4 pm | 20% off Museum School Classes 10:30 am & 1 pm | Art Expeditions with Bonnie 11 am & 2 pm | Public Tour (adult focus) 11 am | In-Tune Tales Presents: The Grinch 11:30 am & 12:30 pm | Storytelling with Monica 1:30 pm | The Nutcracker 2 pm & 3 pm | Storytelling with Monica – Founders’ Room
Title sponsorship for Hands ON! Second Saturdays is provided by the Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation.

Pictures with Santa: Cafe Whitney
2025-12-13 10:30 - 13:00 | Cafe Whitney, 255 N Virginia St., Reno, NV, 89501, United States
Get into the Christmas spirit with Cafe Whitney! ✨ We’ve partnered with @salarmyreno so you can give back to the community while making unforgettable memories with your family. Bring non-perishable food items to donate and receive:
🎅 A 4×6 printed photo with THE Santa Claus
🍫 Complementary hot cocoa & cookies
🚗 Complementary valet parking
After you take your family photos, you’re invited to stay and have a holiday brunch with us. We’ll see you on Saturday, December 13th!

Sierra Arts Holiday Market: Riverside Gallery
2025-12-13 11:00 - 16:00 | Riverside Gallery, 17 S Virginia Street, Reno, United States
Our Sierra Arts Holiday Market has a NEW VENUE + UPDATED TIME ✨
📍 Now at the Riverside Gallery (17 S. Virginia St.)
⏰ New time: 11AM–4PM
📅 Saturday, Dec 13
Join us for a festive, art-filled day featuring handmade goods, artwork, jewelry, ceramics, prints, and unique gifts from amazing local artists. 🎁✨
Come shop small, support local creatives, and soak in the holiday spirit in our cozy downtown gallery.
See you at the new location!

After the Snowfall (Ski Movie Screening): Locomotion Plaza
2025-12-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Locomotion Plaza, 39.528414, -119.814339
Experience the thrill of winter at the premiere of After The Snowfall! This Matchstick Productions film celebrates skiing in its purest form—chronicling the world’s best athletes and everyday skiers as they chase snow, take risks, and find joy in the mountains. From deep powder mornings in Japan to pond skimming in California, it captures the heart and soul of the sport we love.Join us for an unforgettable evening benefitting Skiing Is Believing, featuring music by DJ Chuck Tyler, local brews, ski vendors, and more.
Doors open at 5 PM, the movie screens at 6 PM, and the celebration continues until 8 PM.
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/after-the-snowfall-ski-movie-from-matchstick-productions-tickets-1860429056389?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawOcD21leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFsTEVMV212Qm4yWUlrWUYwc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgWiJ6rTKZszt8Pm3Kf2iOr6iRXsg4rzs4QVvfglFU9bHp2MuI3NnhoDAYdJ_aem_fXtTqSRqPUgb5dwrAw51kg

Santa Crawl: Downtown Reno
2025-12-13 20:00 - 2025-12-14 02:00 | Silver Legacy Casino, 401 N. Virginia St, Reno, 89501
Santa’s Favorite Event Returns 12.13.25! bit.ly/CRRSCEach year 15,000 Santas join together in Downtown Reno, Nevada for this unique & festive “bucket-list” event. Established in 2001, The world-famous Reno Santa Crawl is one of the largest, longest running & best-run events of its kind!
YOUR CRAWL CUP GETS YOU Save with $4 Beers & $4 Cocktails at every location! 35+ Different Venues! Over 150 Specials on food and drinks! 15,000 Santas! No Cover with Crawl Cup! Reno has NO Last Call! Hotel Discounts exclusive to crawlers!
TIME TO START PLANNING YOUR TRIP!
GETTING CRAWL CUPS Your CRAWL CUP gets you access to all the features listed aboveOnline Pre-ordering Begins Summer 2024
EXCLUSIVE HOTEL DISCOUNTS Hotel Discount Codes coming soon!crawlreno.com/event/santa/#hotels
PARTICIPATING BARS & SPECIALS 35+ Venues & Over 150 Specialscrawlreno.com/event/santa/#bars
IF WE DON’T SELL OUT, we’ll have cups for sale at pickup but the best way to save money and make sure you don’t miss out is to pre-order online!
PICKUP & SALES ON CRAWL NIGHT:Main Start Location: Behind Rum Bullions inside the Silver Legacy
WE MAKE YOUR BEST NIGHT OUT SUPER EASY1. BUY A CUP2. DRESS UP (optional bun fun!)3. PARTY

City of Reno Menorah Lighting: Believe Plaza
2025-12-14 16:30 - 18:30 | Believe Plaza, 10 N Virginia Street, Reno, 89501
Join us for this cherished community tradition to kick off Hanukkah! Come together with family, friends, and neighbors at Reno City Plaza as the first candle is lit on the menorah on December 14, beginning at 4:30pEvent Highlights:-Live DJ spinning holiday tunes-Speeches from local community leaders-Lighting of the giant menorah-A welcoming atmosphere for all agesCelebrate the joy and meaning of Hanukkah with us and be part of a memorable evening filled with light and togetherness.

Anuhea: The Alpine
2025-12-17 20:00 - 23:00 | The Alpine, 324 E 4th Street, Reno, NV, 89512, United States
Wed Dec 17 2025
8:00 PM (Doors 7:00 PM)

The Alpine
324 E 4th StReno, NV 89512

$34.61
All Ages

Kombucha Brewing Class: The Depot
2025-12-18 17:30 - 19:30 | The Depot Craft Brewery Distillery, 325 E 4th St, Reno, NV, 89512, United States
Join us at The Depot on December 18 from 5:30 to 7:30 for an immersive, hands-on kombucha brewing class led by Lauren Price, owner and brewer at @mindscapefermentations. This workshop is designed for beginners and experienced brewers alike and will give you the confidence and clarity to brew kombucha successfully at home.During this class, you will:• Learn the full process of brewing kombucha from start to finish• Explore flavoring and carbonation• Help design a unique kombucha flavor that will later be available for enjoyment at The Depot• Dive into troubleshooting topics like off flavors, carbonation issues, mold concerns, and more• Have open Q and A time to go as basic or as advanced as you like• Go home with your own SCOBY and everything you need to start brewing with confidenceAbout the instructor:Lauren Price is the owner and brewer at Mindscape Fermentations and has been brewing kombucha for over a decade. She has a talent for taking scientific concepts and making them clear and digestible. Her approach is warm, funny, engaging, and adaptable to all knowledge levels.What is included:• Two hour kombucha class at The Depot• Guided flavor development session for a Depot kombucha release• A take home SCOBY to start your own batch• Dedicated troubleshooting and Q and A time• One complimentary beverage from The Depot with your ticketA relaxed, educational, and fun evening that combines creativity, science, and great drinks!Tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/…/kombucha-making-workshop…

Boots’ Honky Tonk: Locomotion Plaza
2025-12-19 17:00 - 22:00 | Locomotion Plaza, 39.528414, -119.814339
Boots’ Honky Tonk is back this Friday.
High Desert Country takes over the dance floor with free line and swing dance instruction to set the mood right—perfect for beginners and seasoned dancers alike. DJ Ricky Rick kicks things off, followed by Jennifer Grant live, bringing soulful country energy to keep you moving.
All inside our fully enclosed, heated tent at 301 N. Virginia St, Downtown Reno.
$10 cover | 18+ | Doors at 5 PM
Grab your boots and come dance.

Reed Peterson with Morgan Mackenzie and Justin McCraw: The Apline
2025-12-19 19:00 - 22:00 | The Alpine, 324 E 4th Street, Reno, NV, 89512, United States
Fri Dec 19 2025
8:00 PM (Doors 7:00 PM)

The Alpine
324 E 4th StReno, NV 89512

$19.05
All Ages

A.V.A. Ballet Theatre and the Reno Phil's The Nutcracker: Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts
2025-12-19 20:00 - 22:00 | Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts, 100 S. Virginia Street, Reno, NV, 89501
The stage at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts will be alive with a sugar plum fairy and dancing mice as A.V.A. Ballet Theatre presents the annual Nutcracker Ballet on December 19, 20, 21, 2025. Artistic director Alexander Van Alstyne has choreographed an exciting rendition of the popular holiday ballet and the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra will perform Tchaikovsky’s moving score. Laura Jackson will be conducting the orchestra.
Principal dancers who have performed with professional ballet companies such as Ballet West, Kansas City Ballet and the Diablo Ballet will perform the leading roles along side a large cast of local talent.
Nutcracker performances will be held Friday December 19th at 8pm, December 20th at 1pm and 7pm and Sunday December 21st at 1pm and 7pm at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Reno. Ticket prices are $33 to $72 with discounts for seniors and children.
A special Sugar Plum party will be held after the Saturday and Sunday afternoon performances where children can meet the Nutcracker characters.
A.V.A. Ballet Theatre is the resident ballet company of the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts. They are northern Nevada’s largest company under the instruction of a professional faculty with years of performing experience in renowned metropolitan ballet and production companies across the United States and Europe.
Mark your calendars now for this spectacular holiday tradition. For tickets call the Pioneer Center box office at 775-434-1050 or on-line at pioneercenter.com. Box office hours are Monday through Friday 10am to 4pm.
For more information call A.V.A. Ballet Theatre at 775-762-5165 or on-line at avaballet.com or call the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts at 775-686-6600.
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Naughty or Nice Festival: Locomotion Plaza
2025-12-20 13:00 - 22:00 | Locomotion Plaza, 39.528414, -119.814339
RIGHT NOW, early bird tickets are only $20 per adult and $10 for ages 3-20. Pricing will go up in the next few days***
One magical day. One wild holiday night. Which side will you choose?
Join us Saturday, December 20th Downtown Reno for Reno’s newest holiday celebration: the Naughty or Nice Festival is a full day of festive fun for families, followed by an unforgettable nighttime party for adults.

Nice Hours: Family Wonderland1 PM – 4 PM | All Ages Welcome
Bring the whole family to experience a Christmas wonderland filled with:
Meet-and-Greet with Santa + Professional Santa Photos (optional add-on)
Ornament decorating station
Letters to Santa with North Pole mailbox
Holiday hot chocolate for kids and christmas cocktails for adults!
Festive music and a SLEIGH load of winter-themed décor
Kids ages 2 & under are free with a paying adult.**Santa Photo Add-On available at checkout.

Naughty Hours: North Pole After Dark5 PM – 10pm | Ages 21+ Only
When the sun goes down, the lights turn up. The festival transforms into a holiday nightlife experience featuring:
DJ spinning EDM remixes of your favorite Christmas songs
Full bar with seasonal cocktails and FREE CRAFT BEER SAMPLES!!
Naughty Santa (she knows if you’ve been naughty)
Six-foot mischief-making elves roaming for photo ops
Dance floor, lighting effects, and high-energy holiday vibes that will make you dance the night away.
Costumes encouraged: Sexy Santas, elves, and holiday party outfits welcome.

Tickets & InfoNice Hours admission includes access to all family activities. Santa photo sessions and drink purchases are sold separately. Naughty Hours require a separate adult-only ticket and valid ID at entry.

Be Good… or Don’tCelebrate the spirit of the season in the way that fits you best… or experience both sides of the holiday fun.
Reserve your tickets now before prices increase and spots fill up!

December Riverwalk Wine Walk: Riverwalk District
2025-12-20 14:00 - 17:00 | Reno Riverwalk District, 135 N Sierra St Suite C, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
Dust off your ugliest, jingliest, most wonderfully questionable sweater… it’s tiiiiiiiiiime. 🎄✨ The Ugly Sweater Wine Walk returns to the Riverwalk on December 20 from 2–5 PM! Sip, stroll, and show off your holiday flair at 15+ stops pouring seasonal cheer. 🍷
