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Nevada State Fair

The Nevada State Fair features a number of widely diverse events, including concerts, art exhibits, livestock competitions and bake-offs. Every year the Nevada State Fair attracts thousands of Nevadans and tourists alike.

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March 27 - 30 - Laughlin River Stampede Rodeo, - The Laughlin River Stampede is ranked in the top 20 among more than 700 rodeos sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) nationwide each year. (702)260-8605 Laughlin Events Park (1654)

April 4 - Night of all Nations 2008, Reno - 6-9 p.m. in Lawlor Events Center on the University of Nevada, Reno campus. (775) 784-6874 Manzanita Bowl (134)

April 10 - 13 - 21st Annual Clark County Fair & Rodeo, Logandale - This year, celebrating 21 years of all-around fun, the Clark County Fair & Rodeo will continue to host four days filled with excitment and entertainment. (888) 876-3247 (1655)

April 26 - 27 - The 16th Annual Las Vegas City of Lights Jazz & R&B Festival, - By popular demand, this year's two-day festival will return to Hills Park at Summerlin. Hills Park at Summerlin is located in the respected Northwest quadrant of the Las Vegas. Hills Park at Summerlin (1656)

May 3 - 4 - Spring Jamboree, Boulder City - Step onto a lush green lawn where musicians play, more than 80 crafts, arts, and antique vendors display fun finds, and a kids' carnival buzzes with glee. Also, a car shows and dog show. (702) 293-2034 Bicentennial Park (2068)

May 7 - 11 - The Annual San Gennaro Feast, Las Vegas - Festival held yearly in honor of the Saint, San Gennaro. The festival features a wide variety of ethnic food vendors, live national acts hourly on the main stage, a amusement rides and game fun for the whole family. Flamingo Rd (824)

May 8 - 11 - Reno River Festival, Reno - Every May, the Reno River Festival attracts the world's best kayakers for a challenging race down the swirling Truckee River - right through the middle of downtown. There's literally no place else like it. In June, the broncos are buckin' at the Reno Rodeo, where the nation's top cowboys ride, rope and steer-wrestle for the biggest prizes in the West. (775) 788-2131 (1661)

June 19 - 28 - Reno Rodeo, Reno - is now a 10-day event in its 89th year and is a PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association) sanctioned sporting event. (775) 329-3877 The Reno Livestock Events Center (1660)

August 7 - 10 - Lyon County Fair and Rodeo, Yerington - (775) 463-6590 Lyon County Fairgrounds (2797)

August 7 - 10 - Eureka County Fair, Eureka - Spirit of the West. (775) 237-6026 (2799)

August 20 - 24 - Nevada State Fair, Reno - (775)688-5767 Reno Livestock Event Center (2798)

August 22 - September 1 - Elko County Fair, Elko - (775)738-3616 Fairgrounds (2800)

August 29 - 31 - Tri-County Fair & Stampede, Winnemucca - Rodeo, Fair, Carnival, Parade, Art Shows and more. (800) 962-2638 Winnemucca Events Complex (2796)

September 5 -7 - The Great Reno Balloon Race, Reno - The internationally renowned Great Reno Balloon Race will paint the Reno skyline. (775) 826-1181 Rancho San Rafael Regional Park (1659)

November 24 - December 5 - 5th Annual Festival of Trees, Carson City - Decorated trees, wreaths, baskets, centerpieces for sale by silent auction. Santa on Saturday November 29. 775-684-3314 (3412)

December 4 - December 13 - NFR Cowboy Christmas Gift Show, Las Vegas - The Cowboy Christmas Gift Show, the longest running and ONLY "Official" gift show of the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo,returns to Las Vegas with more wares to keep even the most avid shopper entertained all ten days. Las Vegas Convention Center North Hall (1657)

December 31 - January 1 - America's Party: Las Vegas New Year, Las Vegas - Each year, Las Vegas hosts America's Party: Las Vegas New Year, as one of the biggest parties in the world. This New Year's celebration is a city-wide event that encompasses activities throughout the entire city of Las Vegas. From the spectacular pyrotechnic display off of several hotel property rooftops on the Las Vegas strip, to the live entertainment at the Fremont Street Experience, Las Vegas is place to be. (702) 260-8605 Las Vegas Strip (1658)

2009 Events

February 10 - 12 - Southwest Polka Festival, Las Vegas - 480-218-7009 The Orleans Hotel & Casino (3926)

March 14 - 15 - Jackpot BMX Nationals, Las Vegas - Bicycle Motocross Racing around a dirt track. 614-777-1625 Nellis BMX Track (3924)

APRIL 9 - 12 - Clark County Fair, Logandale - 888-876-3247 Clark County Fair & Rodeo (3558)

April 25 - 26 - 18TH ANNUAL LAS VEGAS CITY OF LIGHTS JAZZ FESTIVAL, Summerlin - By popular demand, this year's two-day festival will return to Hills Park at Summerlin. Hills Park at Summerlin is located in the respected Northwest quadrant of the Las Vegas. (3559)

May 2 - Xterra West Cup Off Road Triathlons, Henderson - Swim 1500 meters, Mountain Bike 18.6 miles, Trail Run 6.2 miles Off Road Lake Las Vegas Resort (4945)

May 8 - 10 - Reno River Festival, Reno - Pack up the family and head to Reno for the 6th annual Reno River Festival (750)788-2131 (4942)

May 9 - 10 - ArtFest of Henderson, Henderson - The annual ArtFest of Henderson offers an opportunity to see the other side of Las Vegas! Discover life off the strip, spend the day strolling through 200 selected Fine Artist displays from across the nation. Three stages provide dozens of different entertainment acts including jazz, folk, reggae, and light rock. Plus, local children will display their performing art on stage,all accompanied by fine food that will tempt your taste buds! The ArtFest of Henderson outside Las Vegas, is the biggest southern Nevada art festival each season. Visit us Mother's Day Weekend. 888-278-3378 (3927)

May 9 - Iron Girl Las Vegas Womens Triathlon 2009, Henderson - This event features an International (1.5K swim, 40K bike, 10K run). Situated on the grounds of Lake Las Vegas Resort, a residential and resort community on a privately owned lake just miles from the famous Las Vegas Strip. Lake Las Vegas Resort (4946)

May 28 - 30 - Quilting, Stitches & Crafts Expo, Reno - Our Creative Girlfriends Sewing, Stitches and Crafts Expo's are produced with YOU in mind. The Expo's offer you EVERYTHING you love about Sewing, Quilting and Crafts! Our vendors will have have plenty of "new and exciting products" for you to buy and our educators will teach you all about Sewing, Crafts, Quilting and more. Mark your calendar and plan to be there! 775-971-9266 (3928)

May 29 - 31 - Mule Races, Show & Draft Horse Challenge, Winnemucca - This three day weekend has produced more than its fair share of serious competition-competition that prepares world-class mules for the rigorous California circuit that begins less than a month later. 800-962-2638 Winnemucca Events Complex (3562)

May 30 - June 1 - 48 Hour Film Project, Las Vegas - 202-966-7960 (3925)

June 18 - 27 - Reno Rodeo, Reno - Now a 10-day event in its 90th year and is a PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association) sanctioned sporting event. (775) 329-3877 The Reno Livestock Events Center (3560)

July 31 - August 2 - Fifites Fever, Winnemucca - The Fever's rising and this summer is going to be hot! That's right, Fifties Fever is Winnemucca's very own celebration of those fabulous '50s. 800 962-2638 (3563)

August 15 - AMERICAN COED PAGEANTS, LAS VEGAS - BEAUTY PAGEANT FOR GIRLS AGES 3-22. FINAL PAGEANT 6PM AUGUST 15TH SAMS TOWN HOTEL 702-614-1013 (5764)

August 26 - 30 - Nevada State Fair, Reno - IT'S YOUR STATE FAIR...THE TRADITION CONTINUES!!! 775-688-5767 RENO LIVESTOCK EVENTS CENTER (3561)

August 28 - 30 - Las Vegas Harvest Festival, Las Vegas - The 20th Annual Las Vegas Harvest Festival is an award winning arts & crafts show. Festival attendees will enjoy quality arts & crafts, gourmet food, lively entertainment and special features plus be able to get a great start on their holiday shopping. (415) 447-3205 Cashman Center (3929)

September 16 - 20 - Reno Air Races, Reno - Welcome to the home of the Reno National Championship Air Races, the only place in the World where you can see five days of REAL AIR RACING by six classes of aircraft up close and personal. Race aircraft in the Unlimited Class reach speeds of over 500 mph - by far the fastest-moving machines in motorsports! The event also includes a world-class air show featuring the USAF "Thunderbirds", top aerobatic performers, military and civil flight demonstrations, and a large display of static aircraft. 775-972-6663 Reno Stead Field (3931)

October 9 -11 - Nevada Film Festival, Las Vegas - Taking place each year in the beautiful and exciting city of Las Vegas, the Nevada Film Festival is the Silver State's annual celebration of the very best in American and international cinema, bringing together top independent filmmakers, growing audiences and the film industry professionals who make it all possible. (702)463-5104 (4943)

October 17 - Urban Adventure Race, Las Vegas - Description Urban Dare is the race where smarts can beat speed. Teams of 2 solve clues to find checkpoints where they must take photos or perform dares. Racers are encouraged to call friends for help with clues. Its like a 1-day Amazing Race. Take the dare! (202) 285-4510 (4944)

October 17 - Land Rover Pumpkinman Triathlon, Las Vegas - Pumpkinman Half Swim 1.2 miles, Bike 56 miles, Run 13.1 miles, Pumpkinman Triathlon (International Distance) Swim 1500 meters, Bike 24.9 miles, Run 6.2 miles, Pumpkinman Sprint Triathlon Swim ¼ mile, Bike 10 miles, Run 3.1 miles Lake Mead National Recreation Area (4947)

October 30 - November 1 - Halloween Weddings, Carson City - Halloween Weddings, Reservations Required. 775-267-4932 (5817)

November 8 - Nevada Silverman Triathlon, Las Vegas - Silverman Triathlon Swim 2.4 miles, Bike 112 miles, Run 26.2 miles, Silverman Half Swim 1.2 miles, Bike 56 miles, Run 13.1 miles. Lake Mead National Park (4948)

November 8 - Nevada Silverman Triathlon, Las Vegas - Full and half iron distance triathlons starting at Lake Mead National Park in Nevada (4949)