Family events in Carson City, NV

A weekly, no-cost story time led by Alison, a multilingual reader, is held in the yoga studio at Biggest Little Baby. Kids of every age and their caregivers build language and early literacy skills through movement, song, interaction, and stories shared in English, Spanish, French, and ASL. The session centers on fostering a love of reading and language.

Music at Ski Beach presents AMA 5 with a high-energy set of danceable pop and rock favorites spanning four decades, featuring plenty of singalong moments. The concert series, traditionally known as Music on the Beach, is temporarily taking place next door at Ski Beach and continues to deliver the easygoing vibe and great tunes enjoyed in previous years. Food and beverages are available for purchase at the Incline Surf Shack, and payment is cashless only. Please note that Ski Beach is a restricted-access Incline Village beach for IVGID Recreation Pass and Recreation Punch Card holders with beach access, and their guests.

See the Reno Aces face the El Paso Chihuahuas in a head to head matchup.

A classic car cruise-in happens in the parking lot at Starbucks on the second and fourth Saturday of each month. For the full schedule, the dates are listed on the event flyer.

Explore Nevada’s past on a 90-minute guided walking tour of the former Nevada State Prison, a National Register of Historic Places landmark that operated from 1862 to 2012. Volunteers from the Nevada State Prison Preservation Society lead visitors through cell blocks, the execution chamber, the sandstone quarry, and other notable areas while sharing accounts of notorious inmates, daring escapes, Ice Age fossil discoveries, and the unique, prison-run casino. Multiple start times are available, and tickets are $25 per person. Wear closed-toed shoes and be prepared for uneven terrain, a half-mile of walking, and about 60 steps. Bring water, sunscreen, and a camera. An ADA-accessible option is available by contacting info@nevadastateprison.org. Parking is free on site. Because the tour includes the execution chamber, it may not be suitable for children under 12 or for sensitive visitors. The experience concludes in the museum and gift shop, where merchandise and memberships are available. Presented by the Nevada State Prison Preservation Society, a volunteer-led nonprofit dedicated to preserving this significant piece of Nevada history.

Rolling Recreation, an initiative of the Parks & Recreation Department within the Park Activation Division, brings free community activities to parks and other open spaces. Designed to spark participation and connection, it offers engaging ways for the community to enjoy the outdoors at no cost.

Artists of all ages and skill levels are invited to bring creativity outdoors at Bicentennial Park. This pilot program turns Reno’s parks into an open air gallery, showcasing original work on outdoor mesh panel exhibits. Participants can reserve a display space in advance or take part on a first come, first served basis. To keep opportunities open for more creators, each artist may select one panel per weekend.

Rolling Recreation brings free activities to Dorothy McAlinden Neighborhood Park and encourages community engagement in the city’s parks and open spaces. Organized by the Parks and Recreation Department’s Park Activation Division, this program offers no cost experiences for the community at this park location.

V&T No. 25 Steam Train Rides set out from the museum’s Wabuska Depot at 40 minute intervals. The rides follow this repeating schedule and conclude with a final departure that brings the day’s runs to a close.

Bowling for Dollars is a community fundraiser at the National Bowling Stadium that supports the Lawrence J. Weiss Hospice Guest House, Nevada’s first and only free hospice guest house providing compassionate, no-cost end-of-life care for patients and families. The evening focuses on connection, fun, and generosity while raising support for a cause that touches many lives. With 76 teams competing to bring in the most Dollars for Dignity, attendees can expect bowling, raffles, a silent auction, entertainment, and a 25/75 Cash Raffle offering chances to win thousands of dollars. Guests may also enhance their experience with VIP access to the Speakeasy Lounge, which includes appetizers, a cash bar, music, and automatic entry into the Shasta Getaway Raffle. Opportunities are available for local businesses, organizations, and community members to sponsor a lane, register a team, or contribute in other ways, helping ensure comfort, dignity, and a safe place for a beautiful goodbye.

This monthly Family Movie Night includes a screening selected by the earliest family to register. Admission is $6.25 per person, babies under one attend free, and popcorn is provided. Guests may bring snacks or a picnic dinner for their group. After the film, everyone helps pick up toys and sweep up any popcorn.

The Reno Aces face the El Paso Chihuahuas in a head-to-head matchup with spirited competition from start to finish.

Presented by Carson City Classic Cinema Collective and Garrett Lipre, and hosted by Carson High Baseball, this free outdoor screening features The Sandlot at Ron McNutt Field on the Carson High School campus. Settle in on the field for a relaxed community movie experience in a classic ballpark setting.

The series offers ten Saturdays of free, live performances on the BAC outdoor festival stage. The Levitt AMP Carson City Music Series, presented by Brewery Arts Center, brings fresh energy to a former arts hub and the surrounding historic downtown of Nevada’s capital. Since 2016, free Levitt AMP concerts have helped turn an overlooked street corridor into a lively cultural gathering place for people of all ages and backgrounds. Carson City has seen an arts revival with painted crosswalks, new murals, and a surge in community participation. The 2026 to 2028 series continues this momentum, strengthening community connections and local pride throughout the season and beyond. Support is provided by the Levitt Family Foundation, Connections Central, Kilpatrick Bullentini, Max Casino and Federal Hotel, Nashville Social Club, and Visit Carson City. Presented by Brewery Arts Center, a nonprofit dedicated to enriching quality of life by cultivating arts and culture for all.

Enjoy country music with singer Jakota Wass as part of the Levitt AMP Carson City Music Series. The performance is free and starts in the evening.

Join an outdoor, Saturday evening ghost walking tour through Carson City’s historic and haunted west side. The tour is led by Madame Curry and her Spirit Wranglers, and it weaves together stories and legends from the Victorian-era West Side, including stops at notable mansions and downtown locations. Meet at McFadden Plaza, then the tour departs at 7:00 PM and runs rain or shine. Arrive early, wear walking shoes, and dress for the weather.

Get ready for a head-to-head showdown as the Reno Aces face the El Paso Chihuahuas.

Session 9 of this youth tennis camp is designed for ages 6 to 12 and focuses on building strokes, refining technique, learning the rules, and practicing match play through targeted drills and activities. Certified USPTA instructors lead sessions that highlight teamwork, sportsmanship, and a strong emphasis on fun. The program may also include games and water activities. It takes place at the Incline Village Tennis & Pickleball Center. Fees are $349 per session, or $279 with an IVGID Recreation Pass. Multiple sessions are encouraged.

Session 4 of the Junior Get Golf Ready clinics offers a welcoming setting for youth golfers to build core skills at Incline Village Golf Courses. Instruction includes putting, chipping, short iron shots, long irons, hybrids, fairway woods, and driving, along with etiquette and rules reinforced through drills and games suited to the age group. Open to participants ages 7 to 16.

A weekly arts and crafts class tailored for children ages 6 to 13 encourages creativity through varied projects. With guidance from Maggie M, participants discover new art experiences and practice working with a range of creative mediums.

Music at Ski Beach brings a community favorite summer series to the shoreline every Wednesday and Friday, offering the same easygoing atmosphere and great tunes longtime fans expect in a temporary new home for 2026. This installment features Tahoe favorite Jeff Jones, showcasing soulful blues and slide guitar with a sound all his own around the lake. Food and beverages are available for purchase from the Incline Surf Shack, and transactions are cashless. Please note that Ski Beach is a restricted access beach within Incline Village, limited to IVGID Recreation Pass, also called Picture Pass, and Recreation Punch Card holders with beach access, and their guests.

Every second Thursday of the month, the Behind the Rails Lecture Series features experts in all things railroad. Admission is $10 for adults, and members as well as children 17 and under attend free.