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    Five Fun Things to do This Week

    May 10, 2019 By Kirk Kern Leave a Comment

    by Kirk Kern
    May 10, 2019May 10, 2019Filed under:
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    The Inyo and Dayton locomotives will be part of the Nevada State Railroad Museum’s new exhibit on the 150th anniversary of the Transcontinental Railroad. Guy Clifton/TravelNevada

    Reenactment of the driving of the last spike

    Carson City, Nevada State Railroad Museum. Friday, May 10 at noon  

    A recreation of the scene at Promontory Summit, Utah  May 10, 1869, when the first transcontinental railroad in the U.S. was completed. Locomotives Inyo and Dayton will reprise their roles in the 150th anniversary of this historic date. Website: http://nvculture.org.nevadastaterailroadmusuemcarsoncity

    Echo Canyon State Park Mother’s Day Walk

    Pioche. May 11, 10 a.m. – noon. $5 park entry fee

    Nevada State Parks is inviting people “to do something different, special with your Mom this year.” Enjoy the outdoors with a hike along the beautiful Ash Canyon Trail located in the lower campground of the park. For more information call Jordan Adams (775) 962-5103

    Helldorado Parade

    Las Vegas, downtown. May 11, 10 a.m.

    Parade starts downtown along Fourth Street, Gass Avenue to Ogden Avenue. Floats, marching bands, equestrian groups, walking groups, motorcycle and car clubs. The parade began in 1934 and is sponsored by the Commission for the Las Vegas Centennial. Website: https://www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Helldoradoparade

    Las Vegas Rodeo

    Las Vegas. May 10-11,  5 – 7 p.m. New Core Arena by the Plaza Casino

    An annual cowboy-themed event, Las Vegas’ tribute to the Wild West. Featured events include bull riding, barrel racing, team roping, tie-down roping, steer wrestling, saddle bronc and bareback riding. Free admission. Website: https://www.plazahotelcasino.com

    Reno River Festival

    Reno, Wingfield Park. May 11-12. No admission charge

    The Reno River Festival is an outdoor celebration in downtown Reno that officially kicks of the event season in Northern Nevada. The River-Beer-Adventure brings an array of traditional and unique activities to Wingfield Park. The family-friendly event likely has something for everyone. Website: https://renoriverfestival.com

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