Biggest Little Tailgate Party
The Biggest Little Tailgate Party is a chance for football fans to do their thing in the streets of downtown Reno. You'll be able to rub elbows with former NFL players and enter a contest for a chance to toss a football for a million bucks. There will be a chili cook-off with recipes from local casinos, with fans doing the judging. Enjoy lots of vendors, including Budweiser and the Bud Girls serving up the suds. The party is on Saturday, January 31st, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Tailgate spaces are $50 and are limited. To reserve yours, call (775) 325-7409 or download the online application.
Big Game Party
This Super Bowl Big Game Party is at the downtown Reno Ballroom, put on by the Silver Legacy. It starts at 2 p.m. and tickets are $35. There will be a live broadcast and prizes from Reno's KOZZ radio, an all-you-can-eat buffet, two drink tokens and a Big Game hat for each person, and seating in front of big screens to watch the game. The Reno Ballroom is at 401 N. Center Street at 4th, Reno, NV 89501. There is lots of parking across the street at the National Bowling Stadium.Purchase tickets online or call either of these numbers - (800) 687-8733 or (775) 325-7396.
Super Stadium Party XLIII
Go to the Peppermill Reno to enjoy their Super Stadium Party. It's on Super Bowl Sunday, February 1st, in the Tuscany Ballroom, starting at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $45 and include big video screens to watch the game, Bud and Bud Light Draft at every table, door prizes each quarter, an all-you-can-eat stadium buffet, and complimentary gift.Tickets are available by online purchase. Call (775) 689-7145 for more information. The Peppermill is located at 2707 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89502
Sands Super Bowl Party
The Sands Regency Super Bowl Party starts at 1:30 on Super Bowl Sunday. Tickets are $40 each and include free food and beverages, and prize and cash giveaways. For information and reservations, call (866) FUN STAY. The Sands Regency is at 345 N. Arlington, Reno NV 89501.Big Game Celebration at Circus Circus Reno
The Big Game Celebration starts at 2 p.m. on Super Bowl Sunday, in the Mandalay Ballroom. Hosts will be DJs Connor and Chuck from 92.9 FM the Bandit. Four ten foot screens will display the game in the ballroom and around the casino. Look for lots of food and drink specials. This is a free, all-ages party. Call (775) 323-1046 for information. Circus Circus is at 500 N. Sierra St., Reno, NV 89503.Top Reno and Sparks Sports Bars
You can be sure our Reno and Sparks sports bars will have plenty of Super Bowl Sunday action. To find out what's going on, just call the location you'd like to visit for the big game.Super Bowl Betting
Interested in wagering on the game? Before plunking down your money, peruse this series of NFL betting articles from Allen Moody, the About.com guide to sports gambling.Here in Reno, sports books in the local casinos are ready and willing to take your bets. They lost money in 2008 for the first time in 13 years due to the upset win by the New York Giants over the New England Patriots. For betting purposes, the Pittsburgh Steelers are a seven point favorite over the Arizona Cardinals in Super Bowl XLIII. There are numerous wagers you can make, from who is the actual winner to the point spread between winner and loser. There are also proposition, or prop, bets on related aspects of the game. You can plunk down your money on the coin toss (heads or tails), who will score the first touchdown, and more.
Super Bowl Super Pet Adoptions at Nevada Humane Society
From January 24 through Super Bowl Sunday on February 1, the Nevada Humane Society will be celebrating with special pet adoption fees. Adult dogs are $40 and adult cats are $30. All pets are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped before adoption, all of which would cost $200 or more at a veterinary clinic. You'll even get a free bag of food for your new friend.The Nevada Humane Society is located at 2825 Longley Lane in Reno. It's open Sunday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. For more information, call (775) 856-2000.
