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
As Carson Valley has grown and changed immensely over the past 150 years, some of its historic sites remain and you can visit them. Dangberg Home Ranch...read more
Dance Workshop is a special kind of dance facility in Minden. Welcoming children, teens and adults into the world of dance at all skill levels, Dance...read more
Desert Plains Mercantile is a rare kind of gift and specialty shop in North Carson City. The store specializes in handmade bar soaps made with top...read more
A recent addition to the Carson Valley community, Douglas County Community Center is a massive facility just around the corner from Highway 395. The center...read more
Douglas County Public Library has a location in Minden (the other is in Zephyr Cove) with services and events catering to Carson Valley residents of all...read more
The south end of Gardnerville is home to the Douglas County Shooting Range, an area designated for shooting pistols and rifles. It's open from sunrise to...read more
With amazing views of the Sierra Nevada, the private, 44-acre estate of East Fork Ranch borders the east tributary of the Carson River. The ranch is...read more
The Edmonds Sports Complex is a formal facility for a wide range of organized sports. It includes four softball fields, 10 soccer fields and a BMX track....read more
The Eleventh Frame Lounge is the bar located inside Carson Lanes in south Carson City. Take a seat under the purple and blue lighted ceiling and get a beer...read more
The Empire Ranch Trail is a good walk for beginners. It runs just a little less than 2 miles and doesn't have any change in elevation worth mentioning. This...read more
You just touched down in Northern Nevada and need a way to get around. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has you covered. Enterprise has affordable options for renting...read more
Some people go to the gym just for something to do and to get a little exercise. Other people have definite goals in mind and want to get rid of unwanted...read more
