Carson City Blog

Carson City is a complicated place. It's calm and simple on the surface with a whole lot going on underneath. For one thing, it's a nice little city with a lot of shopping opportunities, professional services, arts and entertainment surrounded by a nice rural and agricultural region. It creates another layer of activity being located in Nevada, having the casinos and gaming action going on. Throw in the fact that Carson City is the capital of the state, with all of the politics and legislation that this involves, and you've got yourself a bustling little metropolis. With all of that coming and going, it's easy to miss out on something you really wanted to be involved in. One way to stay on top of all the A-list events is to be sure to check our weekly blog. You'll get the news from people who know the capital city best, with the inside story on everything happening from Washoe Valley all the way down to Indian Hills and the Carson Valley and from C-Hill on over toward Mound House and Dayton. From the politicians and the professionals to the ranchers and the retirees, from the state workers to the casino executives, we'll keep you up to date on everything you need to know!

Blog Posts of Carson City

It could be an update of what local bands are playing the lounge circuit this week or a preview of the lineup of celebrities on tap for the Nevada Day parade. Maybe it's a highlight of several top hiking trails in the surrounding hills or some tips for fishing the Carson River. Whatever it is that you want to know about Carson City, just be sure to visit the Carson City blog on a regular basis, and you'll be the best-informed person in town!

Rock with Renegade Orchestra at Piper’s Opera House in Virginia City

By Molly Harrison | Monday, March 17, 2025
If rock ’n’ roll is all about breaking the rules, then you shouldn’t be afraid of unique renditions of rock classics with a little flair – where violin, cello and bass take the part of electric guitar and electric bass. Starring in this very act is Renegade Orchestra, a group of classically trained musicians who... Read More

Winter is a Great Time to Visit Carson City’s Many Museums

By Molly Harrison | Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Carson City is a small town with a big museum scene. What’s more, most of the museums are concentrated on downtown’s main thoroughfare, making it easy to go to multiple museums in a day. As we move into the winter and early spring months in northern Nevada, there will be plenty of cold and gloomy days ahead. Museum... Read More

5 Favorite Holiday Events in Carson City

By Dan Bablinskas | Tuesday, November 26, 2024
The Christmas holidays will be here faster than you can blink. Before you let the season become a jampacked laundry list of obligations, try to recreate the magic and joviality of the season and experience it in the same way that young children do. One way to do this is to carve out some time to enjoy the amazing... Read More
Booker T Jones is coming to Carson City's Nashville Social Club

Two Evenings of Soul: Booker T. Jones is Coming to Carson City’s Nashville Social Club

By Kirsten Alexis | Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Immerse yourself in the soulful sounds of Booker T. Jones this September 20 and 21 at Nashville Social Club's Swan Music Hall, Carson City’s unrivaled venue for live music entertainment, Southern-inspired dining and creative craft beverages.  Known for hit songs “Green Onions,” “Melting Pot,” and “Time is Tight,”... Read More

Local Legends of Carson City

By Mary Sisco | Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Carson City is certainly a center of traditional historical significance; but it also has a fun array of fantastical local legends that have become integral to the community's identity. From tales whispered around campfires to stories passed down through generations, Carson City's folklore adds creativity, depth and... Read More