RenoFest Spring Carnival at Livestock Center

RenoFest is midway through a 10-day run at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center, with the spring carnival continuing through Sunday, April 26. (visitrenotahoe.com) The event opened Friday, April 17, and the official listing says it runs daily in the center’s parking lot, with weekday hours from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. and weekend hours from noon to 10 p.m. (visitrenotahoe.com) RenoFest is set in the North Lot at 1350 N. Wells Ave. and pairs carnival rides and games with food trucks, shopping vendors and scheduled theme nights. (silverstateamusements.com) The official event page lists Pet Day, College Night, a karaoke competition hosted by SingVan, a Kids Entrepreneur Market and performances by the TNT and PDC Cheer Team and Sierra Heights Harmony Choir. (visitrenotahoe.com) Admission is free, but the carnival operator says ride access is sold separately and event specials, hours and ride restrictions can change without notice. (silverstateamusements.com) Ask Reno, a local events guide, lists unlimited ride wristbands at $35 on site, after an early-bird presale at $30 plus a $2 fee ended before April 16. (ask-reno.com) The carnival is using a venue better known in Reno for large-scale rodeo, equestrian and consumer events. Visit Reno Tahoe says the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center sits on 43 acres a few minutes from downtown and hosts everything from the Reno Rodeo to craft and car shows. (visitrenotahoe.com) Reno News & Review said onsite parking for RenoFest is $10, adding a separate cost for visitors who drive in for the free-entry event. (renonr.com) For Reno residents looking for a last weekend outing, the calendar is simple: RenoFest stays open through Sunday night at the livestock center’s North Lot. (visitrenotahoe.com)