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 ΒΌ 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)
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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.