Kevin Clifford - RSCVA
Reno Santa Crawl
Courtesy Travel Nevada
V&T Railroad Polar Express, Carson City, Nov. 17 to Dec. 23, 2016 - You know the holidays are around the corner when historic Nevada railways become gateways to the North Pole. The V&T Railroad was a highly successful route established in the late-1800s as a way to transport gold and silver. Today, its history is preserved through such themed rides as the V&T Railroad Polar Express. The Polar Express ride allows families to experience the joys that Santa brings while riding an authentic and historic train. Children on the Polar Express will meet holiday characters and go home with a silver sleigh bell. Guests can purchase coach or VIP tickets for this unforgettable childhood experience. (Get yours soon - VIP tickets are sold out)
Wrangler National Finals Rodeo, Las Vegas, Dec. 1-10, 2016 - The Wrangler National Finals Rodeo is the premiere rodeo event in the U.S. The most recognizable rodeo stars from around the nation come to Las Vegas each December to compete for gold. Known as “Cowboy Christmas” to attendees and fans, the event is full of cowboy favorites, including live country music, an expo with cowboy boots and other rodeo gear, and, of course, steer wrestling, bull riding, barrel racing and roping. It’s ten days of cowboy heaven.
Reno Santa Crawl, Reno, Dec. 10, 2016 - Santa fun is for adults, too. The Reno Santa Crawl is the largest Santa Pub Crawl in the country, where almost 15,000 holiday-clad party-goers hop from bar to bar in downtown Reno. In addition to drawing attendees from as far away as the East Coast, the event has raised more than $200,000 for local charities. Participants can also sign-up for a 5K or Santa skiing at Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe.