Brett McGinnessReno Gazette Journal
Northern Nevada is ramping up for the unofficial start to summer with a series of Memorial Day events, along with big-name concerts, pedal boats, a farmers market and the return of the V&T Railroad for 2024.
This coming weekend is also the last chance to say farewell to winter — the Palisades Tahoe ski resort is still open through the weekend thanks to the two feet of snow that fell the first weekend of May.
Here's a look at what's happening in Northern Nevada over the next eight days.
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Northern Nevada events, May 20-27
Menopause: The Musical, May 21-26:This is a return engagement for this traveling show that pokes musical fun at women and aging with some funny and sometimes poignant tunes. Shows take place at 7 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Performances are at the Showroom, Eldorado Hotel Casino, 345 N. Virginia St., Reno. The show is in town through June 30. Tickets are $35-$55. Details atcaesars.com/eldorado-reno.
The Moving Wall, May 23-27: Minden's Eastside Memorial Park will host The Moving Wall, a half-size replica of Washington, D.C.'s Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall. The visit begins with a procession on May 23, with an opening ceremony, community barbecue, candlelight vigil and closing ceremony scheduled over the following four days. For details, visit eastsidememorialpark.com.
Back Room Comedy at the Polo Lounge, May 23: Teen comic Luke Metzidakis hosts a comedy lineup including Steven Dente, Mo Gobena, Kendrick Williams and Jessy James at the Polo Lounge, 1559 S. Virginia St. in Reno. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance, $20 at the door. For details, visit lukemetzidakis.com.
Bone Thugs-n-Harmony, May 24: These legendary hip-hop performers are best-known for the huge '90s pop hit with “Tha Crossroads,” although they’ve been active and have earned a loyal following ever since. They're on stage at the J Resort's Glow Plaza Festival Grounds as part of the resort's Summer Concert Series. It starts at 8 p.m. at 670 W. Fourth St. in Reno. Tickets are $20-35. For details, visit jresortcasino.com.
Tanya Tucker, May 24: With a comeback that has included Grammy awards and the support of country/folk artist Brandi Carlisle, Tucker is continuing to release new records and take to the stage. She’s back in the area for this show at 8 p.m. in the South Shore Room at Harrah’s Tahoe, 15 Highway 50, Stateline. Tickets are $65. For details, call 800-427-7247 or visit harrahstahoe.com.
Memorial Day Celebration of Heroes Parade, May 24: Virginia City kicks off the holiday weekend with a parade honoring veterans. The parade runs from noon to 1 p.m. down C Street. For details, visit visitvirginiacitynv.com.
Memorial Day Flag-In Day, May 25: Fernley's Northern Nevada Veterans Cemetery is seeking volunteers to place more than 8,000 American flags on gravestones. Flag placement begins at 8:30 a.m. at 14 Veterans Way in Fernley. For details on how to participate, visit supportnnvc.org.
V&T Railroad, beginning May 25: The historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad will begin its 49th year of summer trips along the historic rail route between Virginia City and Gold Hill. Details and train schedules can be found at virginiatruckee.com.
Pedal boats at Virginia Lake, May 25-27: The pedal boats are back at Virginia Lake between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis. Boats seat 2-4 people; rental fees are $25 per half-hour, $35 per hour.
Aaron Watson, May 25: Texas-based Watson rose from the Red Dirt country scene in the ’00s to national fame with hits such as “Outta Style,” “Run Wild Horses” and “That Look.” He will perform at 7 p.m. at Hawkins Amphitheater, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road. Tickets are $45-$60. Details at facebook.com/30silverpresents.
The Wallflowers, May 25: Jakob Dylan has transcended being known as one of Bob Dylan’s kids to become a well-respected rock artist with his own band. Among their best-known songs are “One Headlight,” “Sleepwalker” and “The Beautiful Side of Somewhere.” Dylan and Co. play at 7:30 p.m. in the South Shore Room at Harrah’s Tahoe, 15 Highway 50, Stateline. Tickets are $50-$60. For details, call 800-427-7247 or visit harrahstahoe.com.
Gipsy Kings, May 25: This Latin folk group popularized their style of acoustic music for a worldwide audience and were featured on hits such as “Bamboleo” and its cover of the Eagles’ “Hotel California” from the film “The Big Lebowski.” The group plays at 8 p.m. at the Grand Ballroom, Nugget Casino Resort, 1100 Nugget Ave., Sparks. Tickets are $40-$75. For details, call 775-356-3300 or visit nuggetcasinoresort.com.
Magique, May 25-26:The Theatre plays host to a dazzling performance of illusions and special effects by Reno duo Kevin & Caruso. The magic begins Friday night at 8 p.m. and Saturday at 4 p.m. at 505 Keystone Avenue. Tickets start at $50. For details, visitwethetheatre.com.
Nikki Glaser, May 25: Glaser is following a pathway that other modern comedians are taking — success on the concert stage as well as in the podcast world. She’s back in the area for this show at 8 p.m. at the Showroom, Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort, 55 Highway 50, Stateline. Tickets are $35-$95. For details, call 775-588-3515 or visit ballyslaketahoe.com.
Riverside Farmers Market, May 26: Dozens of local farmers, ranchers, artisans and crafters are coming to the Idlewild Park Ponds for this weekly event between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. It's all happening at Idlewild Park, 1900 Idlewild Drive in Reno. For details and vendor lists, visit renofarmersmarket.com.
Social Distortion, May 26: Known in the ’90s for crossing over from punk into alternative-rock success, this Southern Cali band led by singer/guitarist Mike Ness is still on the boards for this tour, with a new record due at some point this year. They will play at 8 p.m. at the Grand Theater, Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, 2500 E. Second St., Reno. Tickets range from $35-$70. For details, call 775-789-1115 or visit grandsierraresort.com.
Memorial Day ceremony, May 27: Fernley's Northern Nevada Veterans Cemetery invites the public to participate in a ceremony to honor the fallen during a ceremony at 11 a.m. at 14 Veterans Way in Fernley. For details, visit supportnnvc.org.
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Northern Nevada weather, May 20-27
Monday: Sunny, with highs in the upper 60s in the valleys and in the mid-50s to mid-60s at higher elevations. Partly cloudy conditions expected at higher elevations in the afternoon. Mostly clear overnight, with lows in the low 40s in the valleys and in the upper 20s to upper 30s at higher elevations.
Tuesday: Sunny, with highs in the mid-70s in the valleys and in the 60s at higher elevations. Mostly clear overnight, with lows in the mid-40s in the valleys and in the 30s at higher elevations.
Wednesday: Sunny, with highs in the upper 70s in the valleys and in the 60s at higher elevations. Mostly clear overnight, with lows in the mid-40s in the valleys and in the 30s at higher elevations.
Thursday: Partly cloudy to mostly sunny, with highs in the low 70s in the valleys and in the 60s around Lake Tahoe. Partly cloudy overnight, with lows in the mid-40s in the valleys and in the low 30s to low 40s around Lake Tahoe.
Friday: Sunny, with highs in the mid-70s in the valleys and in the 60s at higher elevations. Partly cloudy conditions expected at higher elevations in the afternoon, with a slight chance of rain. Partly cloudy overnight, with lows in the mid-40s in the valleys and in the 30s at higher elevations.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, with highs in the low 70s in the valleys; a slight chance of rain with temperatures in the upper 50s and 60s at higher elevations. Mostly clear overnight, with lows in the mid-40s in the valleys and in the low 30s at higher elevations.
Sunday: Sunny, with highs in the mid-70s in the valleys and in the 60s at higher elevations. Mostly clear overnight, with lows in the mid-40s in the valleys and the mid-30s around Lake Tahoe.
Monday, Memorial Day: Mostly sunny, with highs in the upper 70s in the valleys and in the upper 60s at higher elevations. Partly cloudy overnight, with lows near 50 in the valleys and near 40 around Lake Tahoe.
Northern Nevada roadwork, May 20-27
Selmi Drive, Reno: RTC Washoe is reconstructing pavement on Selmi Drive in Northeast Reno through late May. Through May 26, eastbound traffic will be diverted to McCarran Boulevard.
I-580, south Reno: Southbound I-580 will see lane reductions near the Summit Mall while crews flatten bridge transitions over South Virginia Street. Overnight lane reductions will take place between Mt. Rose Highway and South Meadows Parkway between 6 p.m. and 7 a.m., with periodic overnight ramp closures at Mt. Rose Highway, South Meadows Parkway and Damonte Ranch Parkway, through early summer.
Steamboat Parkway, south Reno: Crews will expand the stretch of Steamboat Parkway from four lanes to six between Marketplace Drive and Veterans Parkway through November.
U.S. 395, North Valleys: Northbound traffic will continue be reduced to two lanes on U.S. 395 through mid-2025 due to the Nevada Department of Transportation's work to widen U.S. 395 between North McCarran Boulevard and Golden Valley Road. The on-ramp at Panther Valley north of Reno will be closed through late 2024.
U.S. 395 north of Topaz Lake: Single-lane closures will take place in one-mile sections from the state line to Ray May Way between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. on weekdays through August as NDOT repaves the roadway. Reduced speed limits will be in place. Drivers should expect travel delays of up to 30 minutes.
Mark Earnest contributed to this report.
