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November 2026
Open Mic at Cottonwood
Thu, Nov 5 · 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar, 10142 Rue Hilltop · Truckee
Weekly open mic hosted by the Tahoe Truckee School of Music. Performers sign up on the night, and the bar runs happy hour specials. Price: Free
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 2, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Mt. Rose Opening Day
Fri, Nov 6 · 9:00 AM (Lakeview chair)
Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe · Lake Tahoe
The mountain's page says it is open this Friday, November 6, with the Lakeview chair at 9:00 am. Winter lift hours run 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: The page prints no year. Lift operations can change with weather, the mountain says.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 2, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Truckee Art Walk
Sat, Nov 7 · 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
Historic Downtown Truckee · Truckee
Artists work live at downtown shops, galleries and restaurants. Pick up an Art Walk Map for a self-guided tour. The listing says it repeats the first Saturday of each month. Price: Free
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 2, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Truckee Ski and Snowboard Swap
Sat, Nov 7 · 11:00 AM-4:00 PM
Steve Randall Community Recreation Center, 10981 Truckee Way · Truckee
Buy and sell new and used winter gear. Local ski shop and resort reps answer questions, and the parks district runs a silent auction with season passes and lift tickets. Price: Free for all ages
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 2, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Veterans Cruise
Wed, Nov 11 · 12:00 PM
Zephyr Cove Resort · Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe paddlewheel cruise listed by the resort as free for all veterans and active military. Price: Free for veterans and active military (as titled)
Not confirmed: The page prints no year; the dates are read as 2026 because the weekday matches and the page was read in early November 2026. The dollar price for others was not shown.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 2, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Open Mic at Cottonwood
Thu, Nov 12 · 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar, 10142 Rue Hilltop · Truckee
Weekly open mic hosted by the Tahoe Truckee School of Music. Performers sign up on the night, and the bar runs happy hour specials. Price: Free
Not confirmed: The listing shows only the November 5 date; later Thursdays follow its "each Thursday" wording.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 2, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Nevada Wolf Pack Men's Basketball vs. Utah Valley
Sat, Nov 14 · 7:00 PM
Lawlor Events Center · Reno & Sparks
Home game on the official Nevada Wolf Pack men's basketball schedule, listed with the weekday and 7 P.M. tip time. Price: See event page
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 3, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Open Mic at Cottonwood
Thu, Nov 19 · 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar, 10142 Rue Hilltop · Truckee
Weekly open mic hosted by the Tahoe Truckee School of Music. Performers sign up on the night, and the bar runs happy hour specials. Price: Free
Not confirmed: The listing shows only the November 5 date; later Thursdays follow its "each Thursday" wording.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 2, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Heavenly Opening Day
Fri, Nov 20
Heavenly Mountain Resort · Lake Tahoe
The resort's homepage announces Opening Day on Nov 20. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: The page prints no year (it mentions the 2026/27 winter). Opening depends on conditions.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 2, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Northstar Opening Day
Fri, Nov 20
Northstar California · Truckee
The resort's homepage announces Opening Day on Nov 20. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: The page prints no year (it mentions the 2026/27 winter). Opening depends on conditions.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 2, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Palisades Tahoe Opening Day
Wed, Nov 25 · 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Palisades Tahoe · Lake Tahoe
Opening day for the 2026-27 season; lifts and terrain depend on weather and conditions. Price: See event page
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 4, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Thanksgiving Day Cruise
Thu, Nov 26 · 4:00 PM
Zephyr Cove Resort · Lake Tahoe
Thanksgiving Day paddlewheel cruise on Lake Tahoe from the Nevada shore. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: The page prints no year; the dates are read as 2026 because the weekday matches and the page was read in early November 2026.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 2, 2026 on the organizer’s page
HOME for the Holiday's at Greater Nevada Field
Nov 27 - Dec 23 · 5:00-9:00 p.m. (Nov 27-29, Dec 3-6, 10-13, 16-23)
Greater Nevada Field, 250 Evans Ave · Reno & Sparks
A 360-degree stadium light show with Santa and Mrs. Claus photos, tree lightings and free hot chocolate. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: Read on the Downtown Reno Partnership listing; the ballpark's own page was not read. Admission price is not listed.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 4, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Nevada Wolf Pack Men's Basketball vs. Cal Poly Humboldt
Sat, Nov 28 · 2:00 PM
Lawlor Events Center · Reno & Sparks
Home game on the official Nevada Wolf Pack men's basketball schedule, listed with the weekday and 2 P.M. tip time. Price: See event page
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 3, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Tahoe Donner Light Up the Night Tree Lighting
Sat, Nov 28 · 5:30 p.m.
The Lodge Pavilion, Tahoe Donner · Truckee
Kids' crafts, drinks, a raffle and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: Tahoe Donner is a member-based association, and the page does not say whether the public can attend. Price is not stated.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 4, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Candy Cane Express
Nov 29 - Dec 20
Virginia City Depot, 166 F Street · Virginia City & The Comstock
Holiday train ride run by the Virginia & Truckee Railroad. The organizer lists November 29 - December 20, 2026. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: Run days, departure times and fares were not shown on the page we read.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 2, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Electric Holiday Train of Lights
Nov 29 - Dec 19
Virginia City Depot, 166 F Street · Virginia City & The Comstock
Lighted holiday train run by the Virginia & Truckee Railroad. The organizer lists November 29 - December 19, 2026. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: Run days, departure times and fares were not shown on the page we read.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 2, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Sierra Nevada Ballet Peanutcracker (Reno)
Sun, Nov 29
Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts · Reno & Sparks
A short, family-oriented Nutcracker from Sierra Nevada Ballet. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: Showtime and ticket prices are not listed on the ballet's page.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 4, 2026 on the organizer’s page
December 2026
39 North Pole (Sparks Hometowne Christmas village)
Dec 3-5 · Thu and Fri 4-9 p.m.; Sat 11 a.m.-9 p.m. (Santa photos Sat 11-1:30 and 2:30-3:30)
Victorian Square · Reno & Sparks
Light displays, a crafters' village and Santa photos, part of the City of Sparks Hometowne Christmas weekend. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: The city page gives no street address and no price.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 4, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Kirkwood Opening Day 2026-27
Fri, Dec 4
Kirkwood Mountain Resort · Lake Tahoe
The resort's page says "Opening Day December 4!"; opening depends on weather and snow. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: Address, times and price are not stated on the resort page.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 4, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Silver & Snowflake Festival of Lights and Capitol Tree Lighting
Fri, Dec 4 · 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Nevada State Capitol grounds, 101 N Carson St · Reno & Sparks
Tree lighting with fifth-grade caroling, sleigh rides on Carson Street, Santa and the Grinch, a vendor market, live music and hot chocolate. Listed by the Brewery Arts Center. Price: Free
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 4, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Sparks Hometowne Christmas Tree Lighting
Fri, Dec 4 · 6:30-7:00 p.m.
Victorian Square gazebo, Victorian Ave and Victorian Plaza Circle East · Reno & Sparks
Live entertainment and free hot chocolate; the mayor lights the 60-foot Giant Sequoia. The City of Sparks lists it with the Hometowne Christmas weekend. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: No admission price is stated on the city page; free hot chocolate is the only price detail.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 4, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Santa Train at Nevada State Railroad Museum
Dec 5-20 · Saturdays and Sundays, Dec 5-6, 12-13 and 19-20; departures every 30 minutes, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Nevada State Railroad Museum, 2180 S Carson St · Reno & Sparks
A 20-minute train ride; museum admission is not included. Price: $10 per seat ages 4+; lap riders 3 and under free
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 4, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Sierra Nevada Ballet Peanutcracker (Carson City)
Sat, Dec 5
Carson City Community Center · Reno & Sparks
A short, family-oriented Nutcracker from Sierra Nevada Ballet. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: Showtime and ticket prices are not listed on the ballet's page.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 4, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Sparks Hometowne Christmas Parade
Sat, Dec 5 · 1:00-2:30 p.m. (parade-day activities 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.)
Victorian Avenue, Victorian Square · Reno & Sparks
The 39th annual parade runs from Pyramid down Victorian Ave to Victorian Plaza Circle West. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: Admission is not stated on the city page.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 4, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Nevada Wolf Pack Men's Basketball vs. Sam Houston
Sat, Dec 12 · 7:00 PM
Lawlor Events Center · Reno & Sparks
Home game on the official Nevada Wolf Pack men's basketball schedule, listed with the weekday and 7 P.M. tip time. Price: See event page
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 3, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Winter Wonders at Northstar
Dec 18 - Jan 3
Northstar California Resort · Truckee
The resort's events page lists a Winter Wonders series with daily live music, festive activities and holiday events. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: The page does not print the year, so 2026-27 is not confirmed (December 18, 2026 is a Friday). Times, price and details are not stated.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 4, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Heavenly Season Kick Off Party
Sat, Dec 19
Heavenly Mountain Resort · Lake Tahoe
The resort's page mentions a season kick off party with DJ Cat. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: The time and location are not given on the resort page.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 4, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Santa Cruise
Sat, Dec 19 · 12:00 PM
Zephyr Cove Resort · Lake Tahoe
Holiday paddlewheel cruise on Lake Tahoe. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: The page prints no year; the dates are read as 2026 because the weekday matches and the page was read in early November 2026.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 2, 2026 on the organizer’s page
New Year's Eve Dinner Cruise
Thu, Dec 31 · 6:30 PM
Zephyr Cove Resort · Lake Tahoe
Dinner cruise on Lake Tahoe on New Year's Eve. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: The page prints no year; the dates are read as 2026 because the weekday matches and the page was read in early November 2026.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 2, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Tahoe Donner New Year's Eve Light Parade and Fireworks Show
Thu, Dec 31 · Chair loading 6:15 p.m.
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort, 11603 Slalom Way · Truckee
A light parade and fireworks, weather permitting; parade registration opens in early December. Price: $5 to enter the parade; lodge festivities free
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 4, 2026 on the organizer’s page
July 2027
Hot August Nights 2027
Jul 30 - Aug 8
Venues not yet announced · Reno & Sparks
Classic cars and rock 'n' roll week in Reno and Sparks. The organizer's site lists July 30 - August 8 in its 2027 section. Price: See event page
Not confirmed: The page prints no year beside July 30 - August 8, and no 2027 venues are listed. One banner says 2027 registration is open, and another gave an October opening date, so the two disagree.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 2, 2026 on the organizer’s page
Hot August Nights Virginia City Kickoff 2027
Jul 30-31
Venue not yet announced · Virginia City & The Comstock
Opening weekend of Hot August Nights on the Comstock. The organizer prints July 30 - July 31, 2027 and says Virginia City registration is coming soon. Price: See event page
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 2, 2026 on the organizer’s page
September 2027
Great Reno Balloon Race 2027
Sep 9-12
Venue not stated on the organizer page · Reno & Sparks
Four days of hot-air ballooning in early September. The organizer calls it the world's largest free hot-air ballooning event and says it began in 1982 with 20 balloons. Price: Free
Not confirmed: The organizer page gives dates but no venue, daily schedule or admission details.
Add to Calendar: Google Apple (.ics) Outlook 365 Outlook.com Checked Nov 2, 2026 on the organizer’s page
34 events listed here, read on 17 organizer and venue websites. Every row shows the day we checked it. Dates change: check the organizer’s page before you go, and tell us if something is wrong.
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