Family events in Washoe County, NV

A welcoming in-person support and education circle for parents navigating their baby's first year. Participants can bring questions, exchange stories, and make new connections. The conversation centers on celebrating wins, sharing useful information, and validating the many experiences that come with early parenthood. It is designed to nurture friendships, strengthen the parenting community, and build confidence in personal parenting skills. A perinatal professional facilitates the group, with opportunities to hear advice from peers as well.

Connect with others navigating pregnancy in a welcoming circle focused on conversation, learning, and support. These weekly sessions create space to ask questions, reflect on your own experience, and build new friendships in a relaxed, inclusive setting. The circle is hosted by birth and postpartum doulas, childbirth educators, placenta processors, assistants to homebirth midwives, and perinatal trainers, providing an encompassing approach to sharing information and encouragement throughout the pregnancy and birth journey. Partners and other support people are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Under the Arch Madness is a free community celebration presented by the Downtown Reno Partnership, set beneath the Reno Arch in Downtown Reno. Fans of all ages can come together to revel in the energy of the city and Nevada basketball as the 2026-27 season approaches. The evening features on-court action with shooting and three point contests that include the men’s and women’s teams, along with participation from students, fans, and media. The Nevada Athletics Band, cheerleaders, and mascots add spirit throughout, and attendees will hear from Brian Sandoval, Athletics Director Stephanie Rempe, and Hillary Schieve while getting acquainted with the upcoming teams. After the main program, a team autograph session includes a limited edition event poster, and everyone receives a complimentary ticket to an exhibition men’s basketball game against Utah. Food and drink vendors, student DJs, and a kids zone in Locomotion Plaza round out the festivities, with giveaways along the way that reward the best Wolf Pack outfit and the most enthusiastic howling kid. The night wraps with photos on the court under the arch. Admission is free.

Multilingual reader Alison leads a free weekly storytime in the yoga studio at Biggest Little Baby. Designed for children of all ages and their grown ups, this session builds language and preliteracy and literacy skills through movement, songs, interaction, and stories presented in English, Spanish, French, and ASL. The program encourages a love of language and reading.

A hands-on program at The Elephant Discovery Center invites participants of all ages to design fall themed enrichment for elephants using pumpkins, cardboard, and other simple materials. Enrichment items can include food and are intended to engage the animals, encourage natural behaviors, and support their physical and mental well-being. The session is free and family friendly, and clothing that can handle paint and markers is recommended. The wider series also offers storytelling, craft activities, and chances to hear from The Sanctuary’s veterinary and care staff about daily routines and behind the scenes operations. Visitors will not see or interact with elephants.

Celebrate the season by decorating a pumpkin with a silly, spooky, or adorable design. All materials are provided, making it easy to craft a festive fall friend from start to finish. This activity is suitable for families, and spots can be reserved ahead of time.

All high school students are welcome at a college fair designed to help students and families explore admission requirements, academic programs, student housing, and financial aid. It also offers time to speak with representatives from colleges and universities both local and from out of state. All students are required to register, whether or not a family member plans to attend. After submitting your information, you will receive a barcode. Bring a printed copy or have it ready on your phone so representatives can scan it during the fair. For questions, contact your school counselor or the College Career facilitator at your school.

At this local nonprofit farm stand in Reno, Flower U-Picks are available for $8. No reservation is required, and closed-toe shoes are recommended while on site. Guests may attend with a date, friend, partner, child, parent, or on their own. In addition to the U-Picks, the stand offers fresh greens, radishes, and herbs in both dried and fresh forms, plus nursery items for purchase.

Bridgewater presents a 30 minute swim clinic focused on confidence, technique, and water safety for new swimmers. Guided by an experienced instructor, participants practice foundational skills like blowing bubbles to build comfort in the water and spark lasting enthusiasm for swimming.