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Festival season is back in full force in northwestern Nevada.

The Reno River Festival is downtown this weekend, and so are the Biggest Little Skate Jam and the Legion Sports Fest. Carson City has a rib festival and a beer festival, Fallon is hosting a chalk art festival, and Truckee’s pride festival kicks off this Friday.

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And then there’s the jam-packed show schedule, with a Broadway tour visit by “Shucked” and appearances by Alabama Shakes, Colt Ford, Yellowcard, Brian Kilmeade and Kyle Gass Company.

In all, there are a whopping 46 unique events this week in the region. Here’s a look at the events, concerts and weather for the week of May 25-31, 2026.

Memorial Day events in Northern Nevada

Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Day Ceremony, May 25: The Nevada Department of Veterans Services and the Nevada Veterans Coalition will hold a ceremony at 11 a.m. at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 14 Veterans Way in Fernley. Volunteers are being sought to place flags at 8:30 a.m. on May 23. For details, visit veterans.nv.gov.

South Lake Tahoe American Legion Memorial Day Ceremony, May 25: American Legion Post 795 will conduct a Memorial Day observance from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday. It’s also seeking volunteers for flag placement on Friday and flag removal on Tuesday. It’s at 2748 Young St. in South Lake Tahoe, California. For details, visit visitlaketahoe.com.

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Memorial Day | Remember and Honor, May 25: Scout Troop 266 hosts this observance from 5 to 6 p.m. at Trails End Cemetery, 520 Fairway Drive in Tahoe City, California. For details, visit tahoeeventscalendar.com.

Reno-Tahoe events, May 25-31

Rockin’ Ribfest, May 25: Start your summer with a plateful of ribs, and check out the arts and crafts vendors, live music, beer garden and more. It’s happening from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Casino Fandango, 3800 S. Carson St. in Carson City. For details, visit casinofandango.com.

“Last Lists of My Mad Mother,” May 25: Dot’s the primary caregiver for Ma, who’s battling Alzheimer’s, while Sis chimes in from afar. This theatrical work wraps up Monday at 6:30 p.m. at Restless Artists Theatre, 295 20th St. in Sparks. For details and tickets, visit rattheatre.com.

Reno Aces vs. Sacramento River Cats, May 26-31: Reno’s Minor League Baseball team hosts the top affiliate of the San Francisco Giants in a six-game set. Highlights include Princess Night and postgame fireworks on Friday, Harry Potter Night on Saturday and $1.50 hot dogs on Sunday. Games are at Greater Nevada Field, 250 Evans Ave. For details and tickets, visit renoaces.com.

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Cirque Alice, May 26-31: The spring/summer variety show for the Eldorado combines acrobatics, dance and music for a retelling of “Alice in Wonderland.” Performances start at 7 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, 8:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays at the Showroom, Eldorado Resort Casino, 345 N. Virginia St. Tickets are $25-$75. Details at caesars.com/silver-legacy-reno.

“Shucked,” May 26-31: The Tony Award-winning musical comedy about a farming community grappling with a crop failure will pay a six-day, eight-performance visit to the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts, 100 S. Virginia St. For details, visit pioneercenter.com.

P.U.N.K. Poetry Slam, May 26: Good Luck Macbeth hosts this monthly poetry slam event, presented by Poetry Under No King. It starts at 7 p.m. at 124 W. Taylor St. For details and tickets, visit renolittletheater.org.

“The Lark,” May 27-31: This dramatization of the life of Joan of Arc wraps up this week at Brüka Theatre with five performances — 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday. It’s at 99 N. Virginia St. For details and tickets, visit bruka.org.

Truckee Pride Week, May 29-June 7: A week-plus of events begins Friday night, with this weekend’s events including fashion making, a hike through Shirley Canyon and a 5K fun run. For the full schedule and details, visit truckeepride.org.

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Reno River Festival, May 29-31: Both local and national artists of varied genres are part of this festival every year. Headliners include two national alternative rock bands: The Calling on Friday and Everclear on Saturday. It takes place at 1 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. Saturday and Sunday at Idlewild Park, 2055 Idlewild Drive. Passes range from $20 for all three days to $200 for a VIP three-day pass. Details at renoriverfestival.com.

“Sweat,” May 29-31: It’s the debut weekend for this Pulitzer Prize-winning play about friends and co-workers facing factory layoffs and picket lines. It’s happening at Reno Little Theater, 147 E. Pueblo St. For details and tickets, visit renolittletheater.org.

Reno-Tahoe Odyssey, May 29-30: Running teams will tackle a 178-mile loop from downtown Reno, through Truckee, around the west shore of Lake Tahoe, through Carson City and Virginia City during this round-the-clock footrace. For details, visit renotahoeodyssey.com.

Fallon Chalk Festival, May 29-30: Fallon’s inaugural chalk festival is set for this weekend, with activities including a Sunday color run, face painting, poetry and literary activities — and, of course, chalk art along Maine Street. For details and locations, visit fallonchalkfest.com.

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Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular, May 29: The cult classic laser and light show featuring the music of Pink Floyd is making a one-night-only appearance inside the South Shore Room at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe, 15 Highway 50 in Stateline. Tickets start at $44. For details, visit caesars.com/harrahs-tahoe.

Legion Sports Fest, May 30: Fitness enthusiasts, check out this 10-sport, 2,500-athlete event with hundreds of fitness and nutrition vendors at the Reno Events Center, 400 University Way. For schedule, tickets and details, visit centerpodium.com/events/legion-sports-fest/.

Biggest Little Skate Jam, May 30: Wu Tang member GZA headlines this rap-centered event that also features a pop-up skate park on the premises. Other performers include Ramirez, The Pharcyde, Souls of Mischief and AK. It all begins at 12 noon at Club Underground, 555 E. 4th St. Tickets are $80-$165. Details at clubundergroundreno.com.

Capital City Brewfest, May 30: This annual event features live music, with specific artists to be announced. It takes place starting at 2 p.m. at McFadden Plaza, 223 W. 3rd St., Carson City. Tickets are $35-$45. Details at capitalcitybrewfest.com.

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Magique, May 30: This show blends magic, comedy and dance.This week’s show is 8 p.m. Saturday. Performances are at the Celebrity Showroom, Nugget Casino Resort, 1100 Nugget Ave., Sparks. Tickets are $60-$140. For details, call 775-356-3300 or visit nuggetcasinoresort.com.

Reno-Tahoe concerts and shows, May 25-31

Giyera, Self Ordained, Brusher and Malice, May 25: A quartet of Nevada-based straight edge bands will perform Monday night at The Holland Project, 140 Vesta St. Tickets are $12. For details, visit hollandreno.org.

Accessory and Facing, May 26: A pair of touring acts that combine noise-rock and shoegaze, they play at 7 p.m. at Holland Project, 140 Vesta St. Tickets are $12-$15. Details: 775-742-1858 or hollandreno.org.

Left On Read, May 26: Another band that features shoegaze as an influence, except that Left on Read also has a post-hardcore feel to some of its tunes. This Portland, Oregon band plays at 7:30 p.m. at Pizzava, 670 E. Prater Way, Sparks. There is a $10 door charge. Details at instagram.com/pizzava.showspace.

Lucy Darling, May 26: Darling is actually comedian/magician and musician Carisa Hendrix from Canada. As Darling, they perform a tribute to Vegas/Hollywood entertainers from bygone years, a characterization that became very popular on TikTok. Darling performs at 8 p.m. at the Grand Theater, Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, 2500 E. 2nd St. Tickets are $50-$95. For details, call 775-789-1115 or visit grandsierraresort.com.

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Telehealth, May 27: Signed to their hometown’s SubPop label, this Seattle group prominently features synths and definitely has a lot in common with UK post-punk and German art rock from the mid-to-late ‘70s. They play at 7 p.m. at Holland Project, 140 Vesta St. Tickets are $12-$15. Details: 775-742-1858 or hollandreno.org.

Billy Batts and the Made Men and Bazooka Sharks, May 27: An excellent tour to stop in Reno, as the Made Men (from Atlanta) and Bazooka Sharks (from Oregon) both play traditional punk and hardcore. With local openers Hired Fun, the show starts at 7 p.m. at The Empire, 620 Ryland. There is a $10 door charge. Details at instagram.com/620ryland.

Alabama Shakes, May 27: Reforming after a six-year hiatus, this great band mixes Southern rock with indie/garage influences, powered by the stunning voice and deft guitar playing of Brittany Howard. They will play at 8 p.m. at the Grand Theater, Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, 2500 E. 2nd St. Tickets are $75-$125. For details, call 775-789-1115 or visit grandsierraresort.com.

Sang Matiz, May 28-30: Afro-Brazilian and Peruvian music gets fused with modern jazz, funk and pop with this group from San Francisco. They play at 7 p.m. the first night and 8 p.m. subsequent nights at Terrace Lounge, Peppermill Resort Casino, 2707 S. Virginia St. Details at peppermillreno.com.

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Barry Neal and Debbie Praver, May 28-29: These two comedians talk about relationships as part of their dual stand-up show “Love and Laughter.” It takes place at 7 p.m. each night at the Celebrity Showroom, Nugget Casino Resort, 1100 Nugget Ave., Sparks. Tickets are $40-$55 each night. For details, call 775-356-3300 or visit nuggetcasinoresort.com.

Yellowcard, May 28: It’s a night of alternative and punk, or punk-adjacent, music as this violin-featuring group tours with New Found Glory and Plain White T’s. They will all make a stop in Lake Tahoe for this one, 7 p.m. at Tahoe Blue Event Center, 75 US Highway 50, Stateline. Tickets are $45-$115. Details at tahoeblueeventcenter.com.

Lily Grace, May 28: This country artist from Australia performs at 8 p.m. at Pure Country Canteen, 1537 S. Virginia St. Tickets are $20-$30. Details at facebook.com/purecountrycanteen.

Little Foot and Yes Ma’am, May 28: A pair of traveling alternative-folk acts returns to Reno for this show at 8 p.m. at 40 Mile Saloon, 1495 S. Virginia St. Details at 40milesaloon.com.

Marshal Pioneer Pepper, May 29-30: A singer-guitarist from Arizona, Pepper puts on a “Wild West” style dinner show, including traditional folk and country, as well as dance troupes. It takes place at 7:30 p.m. each night at Nashville Social Club, 1105 S. Carson St., Carson City. Tickets are $45-$80 each night. Details at thenashvilleclub.com.

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Deceits, May 29: This excellent band from Los Angeles merges modern punk with the classic ’80s goth/post-punk style from the UK. They play at 7 p.m. at Holland Project, 140 Vesta St. Tickets are $20-$25. Details: 775-742-1858 or hollandreno.org.

Colt Ford, May 29: The popular DIY country-rap musician returns to Reno for this one at 8 p.m. at Club Underground, 555 E. 4th St. Tickets are $45-$50. Details at clubundergroundreno.com.

Planet Perreo, May 29: This Latin/dance show features music from DJ/artists such as Ricky G and Disco Lazer. It starts at 8 p.m. at The Alpine, 324 E. 4th St. Tickets are $25-$35. Details at thealpine-reno.com.

Friends of P, May 30: This event organized by local musicians Nick and Mikie Ramirez (and named for their daughter, Pauline), is a benefit for Reno special needs charities for children. The lineup includes local indie/punk groups Rotary Club, The Juvinals, Nosebone (formerly known as the Shames) and the Glitter Bats. It all begins at 5 p.m. at Shim’s Surplus, 125 W. 3rd St. There is a $10 suggested donation. Details at shimssurplus.com.

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Defier, May 30: A hardcore punk/metal band from the Pacific Northwest, Defier plays at 7 p.m. at The Empire, 620 Ryland St. There is a $10 door charge. Details at instagram.com/620ryland.

Brian Kilmeade, May 30: One of the hosts of the “Fox and Friends” TV show, Kilmeade blends political commentary with comedy for his live shows. He’ll perform at 7 p.m. at Hawkins Amphitheater, Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road. Tickets are $60-$165. Details at facebook.com/30silverpresents.

Kyle Gass Company, May 30: The former Tenacious D guitarist performs his own music that also blends comedy with rock and acoustic music. Gass and his band play at 8 p.m. at Cypress, 761 S. Virginia St. Tickets are $20-$30. Details at cypressreno.com.

Jeff Rosenstock, May 30: One of the best artists straddling the lines of melodic punk and indie rock, Rosenstock’s shows are always a fun time and loaded with excellent songs. He’s back in Reno for this Holland-Project-sponsored show: 8 p.m. at The Alpine, 324 E. 4th St. Tickets are $15-$20. Details at jmaxproductions.net.

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NGHTMRE, May 30: DJ/producer Tyler Marenyi goes by this vowel-negating nom de plume. His music blends bass music with house influences. NGHTMRE performs at 8 p.m. at Cargo, Whitney Peak Hotel, 255 N. Virginia St. Tickets are $40-$50. For details, call 775-398-5400 or visit cargoreno.com.

Tristan Selzler, May 31-June 3: Reno is home to this contemporary jazz musician. He performs at 6 p.m. each night at Terrace Lounge, Peppermill Resort Casino, 2707 S. Virginia St. Details at peppermillreno.com.

Shredding Cheddars, May 31: The monthly “Neutral Ground” showcase of new bands sponsored by Reno Punk Rock Flea Market continues with this headliner, who describe themselves as “Washoe County’s only elementary school rock band.” They play with a School of Rock student punk band and local rockabilly band P.S.T. It all begins at 12 noon at West Street Market, 148 West St. Details at rprfm.org.

Allah-Las, May 31: This excellent ’60s garage-psych throwback band from L.A. has been around since 2008, releasing strong albums that merge a lot of bygone pop-rock styles into a singular sound of their own. They play at 7 p.m. at The Hangar, 2401 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, California. Tickets are $50-$60. Details at thehangarlaketahoe.com.

CD Ghost, May 31: Dream pop meets dance/electronic music with this Los Angeles duo. They perform at 7 p.m. at Holland Project, 140 Vesta St. Tickets are $15. Details: 775-742-1858 or hollandreno.org.

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Reno-Tahoe weather, May 25-31

Monday, Memorial Day: Sunny; highs 81-86 in the valleys and 66-76 at higher elevations. Clear and breezy overnight, then partly cloudy; lows 42-52 in the valleys and 35-45 at higher elevations.

Tuesday: Sunny and breezy; highs 67-72 in the valleys and 56-66 at higher elevations. Clear and breezy overnight; lows 40-45 in the valleys and 30-40 at higher elevations.

Wednesday: A slight chance of showers; highs 64-69 in the valleys and 55-65 at higher elevations. Partly cloudy with a continuing chance of showers overnight; lows 38-48 in the valleys and 32-42 at higher elevations.

Thursday: Mostly sunny with a slight chance of showers, especially in the Sierra; highs 70-75 in the valleys and 60-70 at higher elevations. Clearing overnight; lows 38-48 in the valleys and 29-39 at higher elevations.

Friday: Mostly sunny; highs 68-78 in the valleys and 60-70 at higher elevations. Mostly clear overnight; lows 41-51 in the valleys and 32-42 at higher elevations.

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Saturday: Mostly sunny; highs 72-82 in the valleys and 63-73 at higher elevations. Clear overnight; lows 41-51 in the valleys and 32-42 at higher elevations.

Sunday: Mostly sunny; highs 75-85 in the valleys and 65-75 at higher elevations. Mostly clear overnight; lows 44-54 in the valleys and 35-45 at higher elevations.

Northern Nevada roads, May 25-31

Reno-Tahoe Odyssey, May 29-30: Watch for runners on roads throughout northwestern Nevada and around Lake Tahoe this Friday and Saturday during the annual 33-hour footrace.

U.S. 50 between Spooner Summit and the state line: The Nevada Department of Transportation is conducting repaving work, which will continue through October. Expect single-lane closures and speed restrictions.

I-80 west of Reno: Expect lane shifts, reduced speeds and overnight lane closures through spring 2028 as NDOT works to replace seven aging bridges along the corridor between Mae Anne Avenue and Boomtown.

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Kietzke Lane near Gentry Way: Watch for lane and sidewalk closures on Kietzke between Linden Street and Moana Lane through June while NDOT conducts initial construction for future pedestrian safety improvements.

Mark Earnest contributed to this report.

Brett McGinness is the engagement editor for the Reno Gazette Journal. He’s also the writer of The Reno Memo — a free newsletter about news in the Biggest Little City.

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California fireworks fans hungry for more high-powered pyrotechnics not sold in the state are heading for the Nevada border to get their illegal Fourth of July fix.

The Golden State only sells firecrackers that are certified “safe and sane” and sold by licensed sellers. But dozens of dealers in Nevada just miles from the California border have become a magnet for buyers looking for a bigger bang.

Authorities seized over 8,500 pounds of illegal commercial fireworks in East Los Angeles last month. Getty Images

At Cosmic Boom Fireworks in Amargosa Valley, cashier Jovon Oseguera said business has picked up sharply among Californians.

“It’s making [us] busier, people from everywhere just come by in the past week or so with roughly 25 to 30% of customers in a day from California,” he said.

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Oseguera said Californians are drawn to higher powered aerials “mostly mortar shells and fireworks cakes” they can’t buy in their own state.

At a Fourth of July party last year, a man lit an illegal $400 cake containing professional-grade explosives that malfunctioned and killed an 8-year-old girl.

Fireworks retailers in Nevada are seeing a steady uptick in customers crossing the border from California. Getty Images/iStockphoto

“A lot of them ask if they can take the fireworks back across the state line, but I tell them there’s not much [they] could really take back, except… really small stuff,” Oseguera added.

While some Nevada stores require that customers fill out forms for their purchases, his shop only checks that buyers are over 18.

A worker at Blackjack Fireworks in Pahrump, Nevada, said that the shop attracts hundreds of buyers from outside Nevada, with a significant number arriving from California during the week of July 4. 

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“If you come to the store, there will be several hundred cars all year round,” said the employee, who declined to provide her name.

The staffer said some choose light the fireworks off near Walker Lake on the Nevada side, but the shop doesn’t keep track of where buyers go after their shopping sprees.

“I have no business asking where they are coming from or what their final destination will be, as it will be a violation of their rights,” the worker said. 

Many Californians are making the trek across the border into Nevada this holiday season.
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According to the latest California Department of Public Health data from 2023, the state saw 200 nonfatal hospitalizations and 718 emergency department visits due to fireworks.

In 2024, Cal Fire reported over 1,200 illegal fireworks-related fires and hundreds of injuries.

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“Each year, we continue to see illegal fireworks, particularly those purchased online or shipped into California from out of state, pose a significant threat to public safety, property, and our natural resources,” a Cal Fire spokesperson told The California Post.

While Cal Fire could not share details about sensitive operations ahead of July 4 or ongoing investigations, the department is “working in close partnership with local, state, federal, and out-of-state law enforcement agencies to investigate the illegal sale, distribution, and use of dangerous fireworks.”

Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman urged the residents to report illegal fireworks activity, saying that celebrations with illegal fireworks and explosives are not harmless entertainment.

DA Hochman urged LA locals to keep safety in mind while catching the July 4 fireworks this year. Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office

“These devices can kill people, causing devastating injuries and destroying entire neighborhoods,” he said.

The DA is also currently investigating several cases of illegal fireworks possession.

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  • East Los Angeles/Pico Rivera: Four individuals were charged after approximately 8,500 pounds of illegal fireworks and homemade explosive devices seized on June 22, 2026.
  • South Los Angeles: Over 37,000 pounds of fireworks were discovered at a residence on May 27, 2026, leading to charges against four p eople, including child abuse charges for two defendants due to a child living in the home.
  • 6th Street Bridge: Three individuals face 21 felony counts each after the LAPD Bomb Squad recovered homemade explosives from a car on May 2, 2026.
  • Whittier: A seizure on January 13, 2026, uncovered over 24,000 pounds of fireworks and explosive-making materials in a storage unit near a preschool.



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We’re celebrating America’s 250th birthday this weekend, and that means looking at some of the people who helped build our country into what it is today.

One group with a large impact on the country, including Nevada, is the Chinese.

In fact, Chinese-Americans were involved in mining in Nevada, and an exhibit at the Clark County Government Center is showcasing their contributions.

Dr. Zhida Song-James, curator of the exhibit, and Moon Xia, vice president of the Nevada Chinese American Association, joined us to share more about this part of Nevada history.

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The exhibit is on display now through July 16.



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