Fall Things To Do Around Reno and Lake Tahoe

Reno's fall season is a great time to be out and about, enjoying the pleasures of living in the Reno / Tahoe region. Numerous activities compete for your attention, from organized events to quiet hikes through aspen groves of golden fall color at Lake Tahoe. Many of my suggestions are suitable for everyone, so take the family on a fall outing to savor the sights and sounds of the changing seasons.

Reno Fall Activities for Families

Some of the events listed above are suitable for the whole family. Here are some others that aren't necessarily organized activities, but fun for everyone nonetheless.

• Halloween Activities
• Craft Fairs for Fall and the Holidays
• Autumn Outings in Washoe County Parks
• Rink on the River Ice Skating
• Scheels Turkey Trot in Sparks Turkey Trot
• Northstar at Tahoe Gondola and Lift Lift Rides

Reno and Lake Tahoe Fall Color

We're not New England, but our four season climate creates some spectacular displays of fall color. Before the snow flies, get out and enjoy the changing of the season.

• Fall Color in the Reno / Lake Tahoe Region
• Fall Color Pictures from the Reno / Lake Tahoe Region
• Tour the Lake Tahoe Basin
• Wilbur D. May Arboretum and Botanical Garden

Reno and Lake Tahoe Fall Events

There are numerous fall events around Reno and Lake Tahoe to help you have fun and enjoy the mild weather as fall slowly transitions into winter, when snowy activities come to the fore.

• Street Vibrations
• Reno Celtic Celebration
• Eldorado Great Italian Festival
• Oktoberfest Celebrations
• Kokanee Salmon Festival
• Nevada Day Celebration
• West Street Market
• Genoa Candy Dance Arts and Crafts Faire

Visit Museums in Reno / Tahoe Region

• Nevada Museum of Art
• National Automobile Museum
• Wilbur D. May Center Museum
• Sparks Heritage Museum
• Nevada Historical Society
• W.M. Keck Earth Science and Mineral Engineering Museum at UNR
• Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center at UNR
• Nevada State Museum in Carson City

Other Reno and Sparks Things To Do

• UNR Wolf Pack Football
• More Wolf Pack Sports
• Reno Bighorns Basketball
• Go to the Movies
• Take a Hike
• Ride a Bike
• Visit Your Public Parks

Reno, Sparks and Lake Tahoe Dining and Entertainment

Everything isn't necessarily happening outside. One must feed both the body and the need for entertainment.

• Top Reno and Sparks Hotel Casinos
• Top Lake Tahoe Hotel Casinos
• Restaurants and Dining

Reno and Sparks Public Transportation

In many cases, you can get to these activities on the bus and not buy any gas at all. Check the RTC RIDE schedule for the bus schedule and bus stops near you. And remember, you can ride around the downtown Reno area for free on Sierra Spirit buses.

An additional bus service, RTC RAPID, provides express service between the Meadowood Mall and downtown Reno. It's a great way to get to the heart of town and avoid parking hassles.