Our town is such a hub of activity that in Carson City, things to do can include just about anything you can imagine. Indoors, there are museum exhibits, art shows, movies and plays and a whole range of informational presentations about the state government. The comics and collectibles stores host one kind of gaming tournaments, while the casinos host gaming events of an entirely different nature. Dining and dancing are high on the list of things to do in Carson City, with a wide range of foods and entertainments. The library has informational and educational events, while Western Nevada College is the site of countless opportunities to learn and play. And for those who consider shopping to be an aerobic activity, the downtown area offers several shops within walking distance, or you can spread your day out to the great shopping to be found all over town. Outdoors, we're blessed with green spaces and parks, hiking and biking trails, open spaces, mountains and even a bit of Lake Tahoe. When you're looking for things to do under the open sky, there's more than enough to fill your days, no matter what the season. Be sure to dress for the weather and for the activity, and you'll see why so many outdoor sporting enthusiasts make their home here.
Seasonal Things To Do in Carson City
Some of the activities that are the most fun things to do in Carson City are events that celebrate the seasons. Summer is the backdrop for park activities, the Nevada State Fair in July and tromping through trail, parks and open spaces. Autumn is a perfect time for visiting museums and ghost walks that explore the spooky side of the capital city. Winter brings ice skating and holiday events. Spring welcomes everyone back to the great outdoors with wine walks, fitness classes and more.
Carson City Things To Do by Category
"C" and Company is a salon with spa services just past downtown Minden. It specializes in special occasion beauty, particularly hair, makeup and nails for...read more
The 1862 Restaurant & Saloon offers casual fine dining and a rustic bar setting to enjoy cocktails and craft beer on tap. The name is a nod to the...read more
5 Clover Ranch Equestrian Center, rebranded from Carson Valley Equestrian, is a 100-acre area in Minden off Highway 395. The beautiful facility has been...read more
In the Carson Shopping Center on N. Carson Street is A to Zen, an eclectic and multi-functioning gift and thrift store. This is a Bohemian-style shop...read more
For more than two decades, All About Dance has been a locally owned dance studio servicing the Carson Valley. In the Ironwood center on the north end of...read more
This part of the Carson City open space inventory is a serene and picturesque recreation area along the Carson River. It offers waterway and fishing access...read more
Anytime Fitness is a national chain of 24-hour gyms. Do you have a crazy work schedule that makes it near impossible to find time to work out? Anytime...read more
Roughly from the end of November until the end of January, Arlington Square in downtown Carson City is transformed into an ice skating rink. The normal...read more
Ayako's Dance Studio is an independently owned classroom in South Carson City. Ayako's specializes in children's dance with safe, positive, disciplined and...read more
One of the most scenic and stunning ways to experience Carson Valley is high above the ground in a hot air balloon. Balloon Nevada allows you this chance....read more
This chain is the first name in motorcycles. Looking to get into motorcycles or in need of a new model? Check out Carson City's Battle Born Harley-Davidson...read more
