30 Things You Need On Your Reno, Nevada Bucket list
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30 Things You Need On Your Reno, Nevada Bucket list

"The biggest little city of activities"

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30 Things You Need On Your Reno, Nevada Bucket list
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Welcome to Reno, Nevada: the biggest little city that ever was. It is the place you go to gamble other than Las Vegas. It is the place you get divorced (according to most websites). It is home to the Reno Aces, Wolf Pack, beautiful sunsets, big burgers, and the place that keeps the cannon blue. This list will be the perfect guide to a wonderful stay in Reno, so with that, let us begin our descent into the biggest little city.

1. Catch the acting bug

From local theatre groups, to UNR's concert halls, there are a plethora of plays, concerts, and shows to see and devour in the little big fine arts city all around town.

2. Explore Midtown District

Junkee's Clothing Exchange, Melting Pot, Chocolate Walrus, The Basement, Recycled Records, and Happy Happy Joy Joy are just a few of the many shops in the Midtown District to explore and discover. There are many antique, novelty, and unique shopping and dinning options to devour for all ages.

3. Attend a Reno Aces baseball game

Grab some Garlic Fries at the concession stand and enjoy America's favorite pastime.

4. Keep the cannon blue

Show some Nevada pride and attend a Wolf Pack game. Go pack!

5. Take a picture under the arch

#Nofilter.

6. Compete in the Awful Awful challenge

It is awfully good.

7. Indulge yourself in all-you-can-eat Sushi

So much sushi, all the time. What could be better?

8. Gamble

Fun fact: Since gambling is legal in Nevada, on Nevada math worksheets the example of rolling dice or die for probability questions is a common question. However, if the worksheet is made outside of Nevada, the dice has to be called a "number cube" because gambling is illegal.

9. Float the Truckee River

Start your day by heading to Tahoe City where it is fun to be lazy and float down the Truckee River with great company and a good time.

10. Attend the seasonal local events

Reno Rodeo, Rib cook off, Hot August Nights, Greek festival, Street Vibrations, Camel races, Air Races, Reno has so much room for activities!

11. Take a day trip to Lake Tahoe, or Mt. Rose

Better grab your swimsuit or snowboard gear!

12. Visit The National Automobile Museum

Showcasing more than 200 cars dating back to the late 19th century, Reno has a collection of cars that would make any car lover swoon.

13. Attend Burning Man

Burning Man can be described as the biggest and most bizarre party in the world, comprised of 60,000 people camping in the desert of Nevada for a week. The workshops, the art pieces, It’s all utter insanity that will rock your world forever.

14. Attend a performance at the Pioneer Center

The Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts is a theater located in Reno, Nevada that is breathtaking both in its architecture, and through the performances held in this grand theater and concert hall. Don't miss the chance to see beautiful pieces of art grace the stage here.

15. See a Drive-In movie

Tired of the mundane, sticky floor, distracting couple in front of you at the movie theater? Well, not to worry, at the Reno Rancho Drive-In you can do all of this from the comfort of your own automobile. Enjoy the movie.

16. Play a game or two at the National Bowling Stadium

Nicknamed the "Taj Mahal of tenpins", the 80-lane stadium is the perfect place to get your strike on.

17. Take a stroll along the Riverwalk

Located in Downtown Reno, the Riverwalk is full of bar crawls, the sights of a pretty sunset, and the notorious Wine Walk. Wine Wednesday, anyone?

18. Have a spa day

#TreatYoSelf to a relaxing day at Reno's local spas located at the follwing; The Peppermill, Grand Sierra Resort, and Steamboat Hot Springs Healing Center and Spa, and many others.

19. Visit Circus Circus

In Circus Circus Midway, a number of performers send you on an experience of flips, jumps, and stunts of all sorts. Trapeze artists, acrobats, trained dogs, oh my, what a crazy circus of talent!

20. Become an art enthusiast

Featuring modern and contemporary works, the Nevada Museum of Art is perfect for all ages and for all walks of art critics.

21. Visit local park(s)

Idlewild, Rancho San Rafael, Dick Taylor, Virginia Lake, Sparks Marina, there are parks up, down, and all around the city to explore and climb.

22. Visit a local brewery

Microbreweries have become a hot spot in Reno for the 21+ crowd. Not to mention there is also a local brew store that sells starter kits to brew your own beer. Reno sure is paving the way for you beer enthusiasts.

23. Take a day trip to Virginia City

Located 45 minutes outside of Reno, Virginia City is full of a rich history just waiting to be rediscovered. Ghost tours, Mine tours, Virginia City Outlaws, there are many sights to see. Not to mention Samuel Clemens, a.k.a Mark Twain, began publishing news stories in the Virginia City Territorial Enterprise. Why wouldn't you visit Virginia City?

24. Be apart of the art culture

The entire month of July, Reno is Artown. Celebrating art, Reno residents and visitors alike embrace a month's worth of music, art, dance and other cultural experiences. From workshops, to concerts, to exhibits, there is plenty to do and see at this annual event.

25. Hike some mountains

From the Huffaker hills to finding quart crystals in the Peterson mountains, there are plenty of trails and hikes to bring out your outdoorsy side along Reno and the California border.

26. Eat at Q-Doba Mexican Grill continuously

Like Chipotle? Q-doba is better.

27. Take part in the local music scene

Empty Beds, Skinwalkers, Team Francis, City Wolves, Blinded Youth, Newbound, Atlas Frame, Rob Ford Explorer, Illicit Trade, Impurities, Local Girls, Dissidence, People With Bodies, Different Seasons, Ghost Friends LTD, are just some of the many local bands in the area that you do not want to miss. They may be small now, but their talent is far from it.

Want to be as cool as these bands? Reno's Absolute Music offers music lessons and rentals starting at 17.99/month for a rental and finding a teacher and can help you discover your true passion for music.

28. Try every single tea and coffee shop in the area

Forget Starbucks, Reno has its own drink scene. From The Jungle, Bibo Coffee Co, Walden’s Coffeehouse, Too Soul, The Purple Bean, and The Human Bean are just a few of the many tea and coffee shops around town to send your palate into a frenzy.

29. Ride the Ferris wheel in Scheels

For just a dollar a ride, this indoor Ferris Wheel will always have you coming back for more.

30. Spend a day in Boomtown Arcade

Located on the outskirts of Reno, Boomtown Casino is fun for the whole family. But the best part? The arcade! The arcade includes a motion ride, Ferris wheel, Merry-Go-Round, and indoor Mini Golf. An absolute perfect way to end the day and a perfect way to end this article.

Have you crossed off any of these on your Reno Bucket List?

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