Visit Carson City

08/31/2026

Burners, add this one to your playa pilgrimage. 🔥

DRIVEN—the world’s largest railroad spike—has landed in Black Rock City. At 69 feet long, its scale is a nod to the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad in 1869.

Go find it. Take it in. Get it dusty.

Built by Carson City’s own Seth Johnson. Check the art map for the exact spot before you head out.

When the dust settles, DRIVEN will return home to the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City, where you can experience it long after the Man burns.

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See you in the dust. 🔥

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08/26/2026

Northern Nevada’s arts scene is thriving, and Carson City is at the center of it.
Come experience the Silver State Art Festival, September 11–13 at Fuji Exhibit Hall. Discover fine art, photography, jewelry, woodworking, gourd art and more from talented artists across the region.
Admission and parking are FREE.
September 11–13 | Fuji Exhibit Hall | Carson City, NV

08/21/2026

Travel & Leisure breaks down all the best things to do and where to stay around Lake Tahoe. There's a reason Carson City made the list, with stand out attraction like Stewart Indian School and its complex history to the one-of-a-kind flavors coming from Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint, the capital city is worth the stop.

Lake Tahoe offers year-round skiing, hiking, beaches, resorts, dining, and scenic drives across its California and Nevada shores, plus nearby Reno attractions.

08/19/2026

Classes, workshops, live painting and more! Stop by the BAC for this year's Plein Air Festival!

08/18/2026

Something new for the kids is added to this year's Nevada Day celebrations!

OCTOBER 31st is The official date of This Years Nevada Day Parade and THIS YEARS NEVADA DAY IS ABOUT TO GET A WHOLE LOT MORE FUN FOR THE KIDS! Kids, grab your grown-ups because you’re taking over the 3rd Street parking lot behind McFadden Plaza! The Nevada Day Kid Zone is coming to life with Game On Mobile Gaming a DJ keeping the music going and 10 young entrepreneurs running their own businesses through Kids Market!

We’ll also have pumpkin painting and a painted-pumpkin contest just for the Kid Zone. Paint yours while you’re there or bring one you decorated ahead of time to display and enter for judging! And we’re not done yet. We’re still searching for a rock wall and are open to more exciting activity ideas. Have a lead or want to get involved? Email [email protected].

We always need volunteers, too! Because the Kid Zone is dedicated to children, all volunteers must apply and be approved through NevadaDay.com. The zone is open to the public, and yes, kids, your grown-ups have to stay, but at least we’ll have a DJ!

08/13/2026

08/13/2026

Summer may be winding down, but there’s still plenty of adventure left. ☀️ Plan the perfect two-day getaway through the Tahoe region with an itinerary packed with scenic stops, local flavor and plenty of ways to play.

Pro tip: Make Carson City your home base to spend less time driving and more time exploring.

Tap to start planning your escape!

Stay in Carson City for a Lake Tahoe weekend getaway with easy access to the lake, downtown dining, shopping, history, and relaxing evenings away from the crowds.

08/10/2026

Don't miss 10 days of free entertainment around Carson City for the 23rd annual Jazz & Beyond Festival., August 14-23rd. Click below to find the full schedule. 🎷 🎺 🎶

10 days of free entertainment around Carson City for the Jazz and Beyond Festival. Enjoy unique venues and music throughout August.

08/07/2026

The Carson City Ghost Walk Tour is one of the best ways to spend a Saturday evening in the capital. The next one is August 8th! It's been 30+ years going for a reason! Get your tickets to meet Madam Curry at Carsoncityghostwalk.com. 👻