Weekend Warrior: Sept 2024

Cheers!
~Denise Hallerbach
Associate-Broker, Better Homes and Gardens Drakulich Realty

Wow!  Where did Summer go?? Indeed, it is the end of the Food Truck Friday season already! So if you haven’t made it out to Idlewild Park for this beloved community food-lover’s event, August 30 is your last chance. This is your one-stop shop where everybody in your party’s culinary cravings can be satisfied in one beautiful setting. Everybody is bound to find something tantalizing from over 35 vendors dishing out a wide variety of delicious food and beverages!  Don’t forget to bring your light-weight beach chair and a cozy blanket to enjoy the evening past sunset.  Learn more about this popular community event that took place every Friday through August 30 at Facebook.com/RenoStreetFood.

Hey, Renoites and visitors alike!  Did you know that our Reno Aces AAA baseball team is in 1st place in the Pacific Coast West League? Will you and your besties be there to cheer the Aces to a strong season finish? Special promotions and food/beverage deals like Taco Tuesday, Wild Wednesday, Throwback Thursday, Fireworks Friday, Special Events Saturday, and Family Sunday add to the excitement of the games! Learn more about all Aces’ promotions HERE, and purchase tickets in advance at MILB.com/reno.

RODRIGO Y GABRIELA– Thursday, September 5 (8 pm) Grand Sierra Resort, Grand Theater
Enjoy Rodrigo y Gabriela’s amazing talents in the duo’s Acoustic Flamenco Neuvo hit, “Tamacún,” HERE.

TEDDY SWIMS– Friday, September 6 (8 pm) Grand Sierra Resort, Grand Theater
Get a glimpse HERE of Teddy Swim’s R&B/Soul vibe in his live performance of “Lose Control.”

PRETTY LIGHTS– Friday & Saturday, September 6 & 7 (7 pm) @ Harvey’s Outdoor Arena Lake Tahoe
Get to know Pretty Lights HERE in their mellow Electro Hip-Hop Soul song “Finally Moving.”

LINDSEY STERLING– Saturday, September 7 (7 pm) @ Grand Sierra Resort, Grand Theater
Listen HERE to Lindsey Sterling’s Electronic Classical Dubstep artist singing “The Upside.”

QUEENSRŸCHE & SLAUGHTER– Sunday, September 8 (8 pm) @ Grand Sierra Resort, Grand Theater
Listen HERE to rock band Queensrÿche singing Silent Lucidity and HERE to Slaughter’s hit song “Fly to the Angels.”

DAN + SHAY– Sunday, September 15 (7 pm) @ Harvey’s Outdoor Arena, Lake Tahoe
Dan + Shay brings their chill Country vibe in popular songs like “From the Ground Up.” Listen HERE

STEPHEN SANCHEZ– September 9, 2024 (8 pm) @ Grand Sierra Resort, Grand Theater
Listen to Pop-rock crooner Stephen Sanchez’s hit song, “Until I Found You,” HERE.

COHEED & CAMBRIA– Wednesday, September 11 (8 pm) @ Grand Sierra Resort, Grand Theater
Listen HERE to this emo-style 90’s progressive rock band singing “Welcome Home.”

ALABAMA– Friday, September 13 (7 pm) @ Harvey’s Outdoor Arena, Lake Tahoe
Get your Country on listening to “Song of the South” HERE, a video by Alabama.

BEN FOLDS–  Friday, September 13 (8 pm) @ Grand Sierra Resort, Grand Theater
Catch Alternative/Indie artist Ben Folds’s video of “Brick” HERE.

THE MAVERICKS– Thursday, September 19 (8 pm) @ Grand Sierra Resort, Grand Theater
Check out a live, Country performance of The Mavericks singing “All You Ever Do Is Bring Me Down” HERE.

JASON ALDEAN– Friday, September 20 (7 pm) @ Nugget Event Center
Mega Country superstar Jason Aldean brings hits like “Try That in a Small Town”… listen HERE.

LAINEY WILSON– Friday & Saturday, September 20 & 21 (6:30 pm) @ Harvey’s Outdoor Arena, Lake Tahoe
Get to know Country phenom Lainey Wilson’s Country music HERE in “Heart Like a Truck.”

THE TEMPTATIONS & THE FOUR TOPS– Friday, September 20 (8 pm) @ Grand Sierra Resort, Grand Theater
Stroll down Memory Lane with The Temptations’ video of “My Girl” HERE and The Four Tops’ “Ain’t No Woman Like the One I Got” HERE.

SMASHING PUMPKINS– Saturday, September 21 (8 pm) @ Grand Sierra Resort, Grand Theater
Remember the popular song”1979″ from the year 1995 sung by Smashing Pumpkins HERE.

EXPERIENCE HENDRIX– Sunday, September 22 (8 pm) @ Grand Sierra Resort, Grand Theater
Slide back in time to listen to Jimmy Hendrix HERE, and don’t miss the special tribute experience in Reno!

JUNGLE– Tuesday, September 24 (8 pm) @ Grand Sierra Resort, Grand Theater
If you’ve never seen Jungle’s wildly popular music video, “Back on 74,” you’re missing out! Watch it HERE!

WALKER HAYES– Friday, September 26 (8 pm) @ Grand Sierra Resort, Grand Theater
Enjoy rising contemporary R&B/Country star Walker Hayes’ video of “Fancy Like” HERE.

DIERKS BENTLEY– Friday, September 27 (7 pm) @ Nugget Event Center
Listen HERE to Dierks Bentley’s popular country song, “What Was I Thinking.”

The Great Reno Balloon Race is more than just a festival… It’s an experience that captures the imagination and hearts of all who attend. Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned attendee, the sight of those colorful balloons rising into the sky is something you’ll never forget. If you are a newbie to this cherished annual event, here’s a brief rundown of the daily schedule:
3:30 am- Gates Open
5:00 am- Super Glow Show: A handful of glowing balloons act as a beacon for sleepy spectators heading out to the launch field. This feature showcases 35+ balloons glowing and twinkling to music across the field.
5:30 am- Dawn Patrol: A handful of balloons qualified to fly in the dark embark on the dangerous task as atmospheric conditions change drastically when the sun begins to rise. Balloonists glow, twinkle, and soar with choreographed music across a darkened sky… an amazing sight to behold!
7:00 am- Mass Ascension: Upwards of 100 balloons will launch! The splendor of these unique and beautiful balloons thrills the crowd as they enjoy the multitude of vibrant sights and sounds in the early morning light.
8:00 am- Tethered Balloon Rides: Several sponsored balloons are offering free rides while tethered. These rides begin at 8 am. For more information, visit RenoBalloon.com.
For helpful tips leading to a wonderful Balloon Race experience, click HERE!  And get ALL the details you need at RenoBalloon.com.

HARMONY ON THE RIVER- Saturday, September 12 (6-8 pm)
Hosted by the City of Reno and Sierra Tap House, this newly imagined free community event is set to enchant you in the picturesque Reno Riverwalk District. Happening at the West Street Plaza, next to Wingfield Park, you’ll immerse yourself in live music by the talented Reno Philharmonic, savor delicious food from local food trucks, and sip on refreshing beverages from the Sierra Tap House Beer Garden.

SAINT-GEORGES’ SWORD & BOW- Saturday, September 14 (10 am)
This Free Family Concert offers your whole family’s introduction to the orchestra! Saint-Georges’ Sword & Bow is a magical musical about the next great pop sensation, a young girl discovers her music teacher was the biggest star in 18th-century France. In this time-bending musical adventure, Giselle learns about life’s triumphs and tragedies from the most accomplished man in Europe, the Chevalier de Saint-Georges. A captivating story of passion, dreams, legacy, and hope. Engaging pre-concert activities in the lobby of the Pioneer Center begin at 10 am, and the concert begins at 11 am.

MUSIC & MULLIGANS- Monday, September 23 (Check-in @ 8:30 am, Shotgun Start @ 10 am)
Enjoy a beautiful day at Somersett Golf & Country Club, with live music, and unexpected surprises on the course. Golfers can expect a delicious breakfast, lunch, libations, and an afternoon reception following the scramble format. Proceeds from the tournament support the Reno Phil & ensure we have a community with a thriving music scene.

BEETHOVEN’S EROICA- Saturday, September 28 (7:30 pm) & Sunday, September 29 (4 pm)
Enjoy a supreme work that is heroic, somber, and ecstatic at Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts. Music Director & Conductor Laura Jackson leads the Reno Phil Orchestra in this masterpiece, which redefined the symphonic art form forever. The Reno Phil’s own Eric Fassbender brings his technical prowess to Carl Maria von Weber’s Concerto for Bassoon. Opening the celebration, the sparkling Kauyumari (meaning “blue deer”) by Gabriela Ortiz explores music’s power to grant us access to the intangible, healing our wounds and binding us to what can only be expressed through sound.

Visit RenoPhil.com for links to ticket sales and more information!

The Reno Tahoe International Art Show (RTIA) has quickly become a highlight on Reno’s cultural calendar, bringing together a diverse array of artists, galleries, and art lovers from around the globe. Held annually in the vibrant city of Reno, this event showcases a stunning variety of artwork, from contemporary pieces and sculptures to immersive installations and digital art. For a few days each fall, the RTIA transforms the Reno-Sparks Convention Center into a bustling hub of creativity and innovation, solidifying Reno’s reputation as a cultural destination in Northern Nevada. New to the event this year, the event offers Reno Music Festival, free to the public, on Saturday, September 14 (6-9 pm). Learn more and purchase tickets at TRIA.com.

Immerse yourself in all things Latino at the Biggest Little City Latino Festival! Downtown Reno’s Virginia Street will be blocked off so you can freely enjoy our vibrant Latino community’s sights, sounds, and tastes!  Let’s start with the FOOD! The best taco vendors from near and far will serve up their best creations, perfectly paired with mouth-watering side dishes to keep your tummy satisfied. Discover the best salsa at the festival as several are judged and awarded by categories… Best Red, Best Green, Best Spicy, Most Unique, and Celebrity Choice! Musical entertainment, games, bungee jumps, camel rides, face painting, and dance performances round out this beautiful event that is perfect for all ages. Learn more about this awesome community event at Caesars.com.

Established in 1935, Reno Little Theatre kicks off its 90th season of local productions with one four-letter word that is about to rock 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. But just what is POTUS?? … “Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive.” When the President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty, and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s brilliant, all-female cast took Broadway by storm in a star-studded production that earned three 2022 Tony nominations. This month, we are treated to a local production you won’t want to miss. Learn more and purchase tickets in advance at RenoLittleTheater.org.

If you’ve been itching for an evening of hilarity, wait no more! Making his way to Reno on September 21, standup comedian Josh Wolf brings his perfect blend of sharp wit, hilarious stories, and just the right amount of self-deprecation. Growing up in Boston, he quickly learned that making people laugh was the best way to survive the chaos of a big family. And laugh they did. After moving to Los Angeles, Wolf started performing at local comedy clubs, honing his craft and developing a style that would soon make him a household name. Wolf has a knack for finding humor in the mundane, whether sharing the trials of raising teenagers, the absurdities of everyday life, or his own personal mishaps. Watch Josh Wolf HERE for a glimpse of his style, and grab your tickets at AtlantisCasino.com to enjoy a fun evening of great comedy!

Follow Alice and the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole and into her exciting fantasy world full of intrigue and peculiar characters.  The captivating dancers of A.V.A. Ballet Theatre present Alice in Wonderland. The Cheshire Cat, The Queen of Hearts, Tweedle-Dee & Tweedle-Dum, The Blue Caterpillar… all of the usual but unusual suspects from Wonderland will entertain you!  Conducted by talented conductor Laura Jackson, The Reno Philharmonic accompanies this enchanting ballet. This mesmerizing production is perfect for the whole family!  Purchase tickets online at PioneerCenter.com or at the Pioneer Center Box Office M-F, 11 am to 6 pm, and 2 hours prior to each show. 

Brace yourself, Northern Nevada!  Reno, Carson City, and Virginia City shape-shift into a high-octane playground for motorcycle enthusiasts from all walks of life the last weekend in September! Enter the Street Vibrations Fall Rally, a four-day celebration that blends the thunderous rumble of motorcycles with the electric atmosphere of a massive block party. Whether you’re a hardcore rider or just someone who loves the thrill of a festival, this event is one you don’t want to miss. 50,000 bikers, music lovers, and curious spectators converge at this memorable rally, promising a motorcycle haven filled with chrome, leather, and a whole lot of reverberation!! Learn more about registration, VIP options, entertainment, and special events at RoadShowsReno.com.