The V&T Railway will start its general season Saturday, Aug. 24 with rides aboard historic Engine No. 18 from Carson City to Virginia City.
UPDATE:Due to forecasted smoke and poor air quality this weekend, the Capital City Brewfest has been canceled.
Carson City has a full dance card this weekend with plenty of indoor and outdoor event offerings. Be sure to stay up to date with possible air quality-related cancellations by checking event webpages for updates.
“Home Again” presented by WNMTC – Friday, Aug. 27 to Sunday, Aug. 29
The Western Nevada Musical Theater Company will take the stage this weekend, presenting “Home Again,” a celebration of the return of Broadway, at the Community Center on 851 E. William St. For tickets, seat pricing and showtimes, visit www.wnmtc.com/buy-tickets..
Outlaw Flat Trac Race – Friday, Aug. 27 - Saturday, Aug. 28
The Outlaw Flat Trac Race will host amateur riders at Fuji Park Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the main race starting at 7 p.m. Additionally, a benefit race, Firemen vs. Police, will take place Friday night with a portion of the gate cost going to benefit local Fire and Police departments. Find tickets and further details at www.racenv.com, $20 in advance and $25 at the door.Rex Meredith at The Loft – Friday, Aug. 27 to Sunday, Aug. 29
The Carson Comedy Club presents comedian Rex Meredith, hosted by comedian Brian Lee, for two nights of comedy on Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. They'll be bringing their jokes to The Loft inside the Carson Nugget, 507 N Carson St. For tickets and more info visit https://ccnugget.com/entertainment/carson-comedy-club/
V&T Railway Rides Again – 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 28
After 18 months since its last excursion, V&T Railway and the historic Engine No. 18 return to the tracks for round-trip rides from Carson City to Virginia City, launching at 10 a.m. on Saturday from the Eastgate Depot. All are invited, with or without ride tickets, to join in on the return celebration at 9 a.m. at the Depot, located off Flint Drive. Turn on Flint Drive off from Highway 50 East (near the Carson City landfill). Tickets are on sale for the general season at vtrailway.com.
(CANCELED) Capital City Brewfest – 3-8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 28
More than two dozen brewers and distillers are expected to line Curry Street, with live music in McFadden Plaza, for this annual summertime event, the primary fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Carson City. Money raised helps fund the organization’s scholarships and other community projects. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door, available at http://capitalcitybrewfest.com/.
Jazz and Beyond events - Friday, Aug. 27 - Saturday, Aug. 28
Jazz and Beyond will wrap up their August program with musical events all weekend long, including Tom Stryker’s Impromptu at the Comma Courtyard, brunch with the Red Tango at the Mallard’s, a finale by the Reno Jazz Orchestra, and more. For a full list of performances, times, and locations, visit www.jazzcarsoncity.com/events or reach out to 775-883-4154 or info@jazzcarsoncity.com.
Summertime staples continue:
Carson City’s Farmers Market, 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturdays through Sept. 25 at 412 N. Stewart St.
Carson City Ghost Walk, 6 and 7 p.m., Saturdays through October. See www.carsoncityghostwalk.com for tickets.
For information and a complete listing of events taking place in Carson City, visitcarsoncity.com
