Here are some ideas for Reno / Tahoe winter family fun that don't involve snow and cold. There are numerous indoor activities during winter around the Reno / Tahoe region to keep children and families entertained when the weather outside is frightful.
Go To The Movies
Reno movie theaters are busy with local residents who love their movies. The metro area supports four multi-screen theaters, a cinema at the Grand Sierra Resort, and very cool film features at the Fleischmann Planetarium.
Let's Go Bowling
Reno bowling is a good old-fashioned way to have fun with the family. Reno, Sparks, and Carson City have a good selection of bowling alleys from which to choose. When it's cold outside (or too hot), a family bowling outing is a great activity.Indoor Playgrounds and Gyms
Reno has a great selection of indoor play places and gyms where families and kids can have fun when it's too hot or cold outside. Our indoor playgrounds offer open play times, party rentals, daycare, and other types of fun activities. Reno even has a cool indoor roller skating rink and climbing gym.Nevada Museum of Art
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In addition to permanent galleries and rotating exhibits, the world-class NMA in downtown Reno has lots of family and kid oriented activities, some of which are free.
National Automobile Museum - Vrooom!
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The National Automobile Museum is at 10 S. Lake St. in downtown Reno. It is open every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. This is a wonderful place to spend a winter day with the family. A movie cars exhibit and movie nights provide great entertainment for kids of all ages.
Washoe County Library
Don't overlook our Washoe County Library for a great selection of indoor activities during the winter months. There are programs for families and kids of all ages.City of Reno Winter Break Camps for Kids
The Reno Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department holds winter break camps for kids ages 6 to 15 at various locations around the city.Reno Bighorns Basketball
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The Reno Bighorns are our own D-League professional basketball teams. Home games are played at the Reno Events Center and offer lively, family friendly entertainment in this downtown Reno venue.
Nevada Wolf Pack Sports
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Enjoy some great basketball and cheer on the Wolf Pack at UNR's Lawlor Events Center. Both the men's and women's teams play a schedule of home games during the winter months.
