Weekend Warrior: March 2026

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March has a little extra sparkle in the air! Maybe it’s the promise of spring, or perhaps it’s a pocket full of four-leaf clovers. Or maybe Northern Nevada just knows how to throw a party.🍀
🍀 From shamrock-splashed bar crawls and bold Virginia City traditions to Broadway love stories, mighty pups, and symphonic showstoppers, this month is stacked with can’t-miss moments. Consider this your lucky lineup of the very best ways to make March memorable.

Cheers!
~Denise Hallerbach
Associate-Broker, Better Homes and Gardens Drakulich Realty

BOXTALES THEATRE COMPANY
SATURDAY MARCH 3, 2026 3PM
PIONEER CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS

🎭 Boxtales Theatre Company – Free Family Fun at the Pioneer Center – Bring the whole crew for a wildly creative afternoon when Boxtales Theatre Company takes the Pioneer Center stage on Saturday, March 7 at 3 PM with Wisdom of Emotions: Life Lessons From Around the World, a lively, free family performance you won’t want to miss. Using masks, music, movement, and storytelling, this award-winning Santa Barbara troupe turns myths and folktales into unforgettable theatrical magic that fires up imaginations big and small. With no tickets needed and seating on a first-come basis, it’s a perfect pick for an artsy Sunday adventure that’s as inspiring as it is fun… and did we mention it’s FREE? Learn more at PioneerCenter.com.

🎸 Violent Femmes – 45 Years of Violent Femmes Tour – Get ready to raise your fists and sing along when alt-folk icons Violent Femmes hit the Grand Theatre at Grand Sierra Resort on Friday, March 6, for a night of gritty, acoustic-driven classics and cult-favorite anthems. 🍻 From “Blister in the Sun” to “Add It Up,” this tour celebrates 45 years of raw, quirky energy and timeless angst that still gets crowds moving. Whether you lived their ’80s debut or are discovering them now, expect a dose of rebellious spirit and unforgettable vibes under one roof.

🎷 Carlos Daniels – Soulful Groove at Grand Sierra Resort – Slide into Saturday night, March 14, with Carlos Daniels and his smooth, heart-felt sounds lighting up the Grand Theatre. 🎶 This Reno favorite blends soulful vocals, catchy rhythms, and groove-filled flair that’ll have you swaying, smiling, and singing along from the first note to the last. Perfect for a mid-March date night or a feel-good evening out with friends — bring your dancing shoes and good vibes!

🌵🎶 Los Tucanes de Tijuana – Sinaloan Icons at Grand Sierra Resort – Get ready to fiesta hard on Saturday, March 21, as Los Tucanes de Tijuana bring their legendary norteño sound to the Grand Theatre! With high-energy rhythms, brassy horns, and sing-along hits that span decades, this is the ultimate party night for fans of banda, cumbia, and classic Mexican regional vibes. Whether you’re dancing in the aisles or waving your hands with the crowd, it’s an unforgettable concert that’ll have you shouting “¡Otra!” all the way home.

🌙🎤 Father John Misty – Chloë and the Next 20th Century Tour – Catch the ironically poetic Father John Misty, when he takes the Grand Theatre stage on Friday, March 13, blending sharp wit with lush, cinematic indie-folk and rock. Expect sweeping melodies, clever lyrics, and an unforgettable live vibe that’s as intimate as a late-night confession and as grand as a full-on sing-along. Whether you’re there for the lyrics, the laughs, or the lush soundscape, this show will be one for the storybooks.

🎸 Aaron Lewis & The Stateliners – 2026 American Tour – Country-rock fans, this one’s for you! On Friday, March 13, Aaron Lewis — former frontman of Staind turned soulful solo artist — brings his gritty, heart-on-his-sleeve blend of country storytelling and rock edge to the Grande Exposition Hall at Silver Legacy Casino. Expect raw emotion, heartfelt lyrics, and a live show that feels like an honest conversation set to a killer soundtrack. It’s the perfect soundtrack for a March night out under the Nevada stars.

🎤 Fey – Hits Tour at Silver Legacy Casino – Pop royalty Fey brings her electrifying Hits Tour to Reno on Thursday, March 26, delivering a night of sparkle, nostalgia, and irresistible Latin pop anthems that have defined generations. Expect crowd-pleasing classics and vibrant choreography that’ll have fans singing and dancing from the first beat to the last. It’s the perfect mid-March party — think bright lights, big energy, and all the hits you know you’ll be shouting along to.

🎤 Babyface – An Intimate Evening with Babyface – R&B legend Babyface brings smooth vibes and timeless hits to the Silver Legacy Casino on Friday, March 27, for a night of soul-soothing melodies and unforgettable ballads. With decades of chart-toppers under his belt, this Grammy-winning songwriter and producer delivers velvet-smooth vocals and crowd-pleasing classics that’ll have you swaying and singing along all night. It’s the perfect way to cap your March with a little romance, rhythm, and soul.

🎸 Switchfoot with Fuel & Lit – Rock Night at The Nugget Ballroom – Three iconic alt-rock bands team up for one unforgettable night at The Nugget Casino Resort Ballroom on Friday, March 20, with Switchfoot, Fuel, and Lit bringing the hits, the hooks, and the high-energy singalong anthems. From Switchfoot’s uplifting melodies to Fuel and Lit’s ’90s rock staples, this triple-threat lineup is a nostalgia-charged blast perfect for fans of guitar-driven classics and mosh-pit memories. Get ready to rock, reminisce, and scream every chorus with a crowd that lives for big riffs and good vibes.

🎉 Tainted Love – The Best of the 80’s Live @ Crystal Bay Casino – Bust out the leg warmers and tease your hair — Tainted Love: The Best of the ’80s is bringing a totally tubular night of neon nostalgia to Crystal Bay Casino on Friday, March 13! Expect all your favorite ’80s bangers, bigger-than-life energy, and sing-along hits that make the decade live again (yes, even the ones you secretly still know every word to). Whether you’re there to dance, laugh, or just feel like you’ve stepped into a retro music video, this throwback party is your perfect soundtrack to celebrating the good old days in a totally rad way. 🎶✨

🎶 Arizona Jones – Live at Midtown Wine, Spirits, & Bites – Not up for traveling to Crystal Bay, Lake Tahoe? Catch an awesome vibe similar to Tainted Love at the intimate local Reno venue, Midtown Wine, Spirits & Bites, with Reno’s own Arizona Jones. Arizona Jones brings a rockin’, old-school twist to classic R&B and soul favorites from the ’60s and ’70s, making every night feel like an invite-only dance party.

For more live music around town, check out Cargo Concert Hall, Cypress, The Holland Project, and Midtown Wine, Spirits, and Bites.

JURASSIC QUEST
FRIDAY & SATURDAY MARCH 7-8 2026
RENO-SPARKS LIVESTOCK EVENTS CENTER

The dinosaurs are stomping back into Reno for a prehistoric playdate like no other! From sky-scraping, roaring lifesize dinosaurs to adorable baby dino meet-and-greets, this immersive walk-through adventure lets you dig for fossils, hop on rides, tackle LEGO® build zones, and feel like a junior paleontologist. Whether you’re snapping photos with a towering T. rex or racing down the prehistoric-themed track, this is big-scale family excitement that’ll have everyone roaring for more. Don’t miss your chance to go extinct-proof fun before it disappears! For more information, visit JurassicQuest.com.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN OYSTER FRY
SATURDAY MARCH 14, 2026 10AM-4PM
HISTORIC VIRGINIA CITY C STREET

🥔🍀 Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry – Virginia City – This is the one day a year when Virginia City proudly invites you to “grab life by the horns.” Sample creative takes on the Wild West’s most infamous delicacy (yes… those oysters), vote for your favorites, and wash it all down with Irish cheer and a little liquid courage. C Street turns into a shamrock-splashed block party with live music, a St. Patrick’s Day parade, and enough green beer to make a leprechaun blush. It’s bold, it’s bizarre, and it’s exactly why we love Northern Nevada. Grab all the details at VisitVirginiaCityNV.com.

RENO LEPRECHAUN CRAWL
SATURDAY MARCH 14, 2026 8AM-2PM
SILVER LEGACY RESORT & CASINO

🍀 Reno Leprechaun Crawl – The little green men take over downtown Reno for one shamrock-shaking, Guinness-raising, mischief-making night you won’t forget. Throw on your brightest green, grab your crawl cup, and chase the rainbow through 30+ bars serving up festive drink specials, themed DJs, and plenty of Irish cheer. No cover charges, nonstop energy, and thousands of costumed crawlers turning the streets into a sea of emerald. If luck be a lady, she’s wearing green and dancing downtown. 🍻✨ To join in the fun go to VisitRenoTahoe.com.

PAW PATROL LIVE
MARCH 14-15, 2026
PIONEER CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

🎉 PAW Patrol Live! – A Mighty Adventure at the Pioneer Center – Bring the whole family to cheer on Ryder, Chase, Marshall, Skye and all your favorite pups as they bring Adventure City to life on stage March 14–15, with their paw-some new musical adventure full of supercharged powers and big, interactive fun. When a mischief-making super-villain threatens the biggest pup party of the year, it’s up to the Mighty Pups and their teamwork to save the day, with catchy tunes, heroic action, and plenty of crowd-participation energy that’ll have tails wagging. Life-size characters, colorful sets, and bark-loads of family-friendly excitement make PAW Patrol Live the perfect pick for a weekend outing that’s as cute as it is paw-fect!! To learn more or grab tickets, visit PioneerCenter.com.

LEPRECHAUN RACE 5K
SUNDAY MARCH 15, 2026 8:30AM(5K) 9:15AM(KIDS DASH)
CITY PLAZA

👟🍀 Leprechaun Race – Reno – Lace up your lucky sneakers for this festive 5K run/walk through downtown and Midtown Reno where fitness meets shamrock spirit on Sunday, March 15! Whether you’re chasing a personal best, chasing rainbows, or just chasing the guy in green himself, costumes are highly encouraged, and plenty of smiles (and rainbows) line the flat, vibrant course. The fun doesn’t stop when you cross the finish line — there’s a finish-line festival, awards ceremony, and even free admission to The Discovery for participants, plus a shorter Leprechaun Dash just for kids. Let your inner leprechaun run wild and make this one part workout, part costume party, and all-around lucky good time! To join in on the fun or for more information, hop on RenoRunningCompany.com.🍀🏃‍♂️💚

JEFF DUNHAM
FRIDAY MARCH 20, 2026 7PM
RENO EVENTS CENTER

🎤 Jeff Dunham – Artificial Intelligence Tour – Renowned ventriloquist and comedy superstar Jeff Dunham brings his Artificial Intelligence Tour to the Reno Events Center on Friday, March 20 for a night of jaw-dropping puppetry, sharp humor, and laugh-out-loud characters that span generations of fans. 🪆 From the beloved voices of Walter to the zaniness of Peanut, Dunham’s clever blend of tech-twisted comedy and classic banter keeps crowds roaring from start to finish. If you’re in need of a night full of chuckles, quirky characters, and big stage antics, this show delivers nonstop fun. For ticket information, head over to Ticketmaster.com

KEVIN FARLEY
FRIDAY MARCH 13, 2026 8PM
THE NUGGET CASINO RESORT

🎤 Kevin Farley – Comedy Night at Nugget Casino Resort – Grab your funny bone and get ready to laugh till it hurts when comedian Kevin Farley takes the stage at the Celebrity Showroom on Friday, March 13 for a side-splitting night of stand-up that’s equal parts sharp wit and go-for-it humor. Whether you know him from TV, film, or his hilarious touring sets, Farley’s crowd-friendly comedy delivers big laughs and unforgettable moments, perfect for a weekend date night or a night out with friends who need a good laugh. To learn more, visit NuggetCasinoResort.com.

MENDELSSOHN VIOLIN CONCERTO
SATURDAY & SUNDAY MARCH 21-22, 2026 4:30PM & 7PM
PIONEER CENTER FO THE PERFORMING ARTS

🎻 Reno Phil – Mendelssohn Violin Concerto – Step into a night of sweeping strings and virtuosic thrills as the Reno Philharmonic brings Felix Mendelssohn’s beloved Violin Concerto to life at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts on March 21–22, 2026. Featuring dazzling soloist Nathan Amaral and wrapped in a rich program that journeys from vivid contemporary works to Brahms’ stormy, triumphant Symphony No. 1, this concert is pure classical magic with big emotional oomph. Whether you’re a longtime symphony lover or a first-time listener, expect soaring melodies, fiery flair, and an orchestra that makes every note feel like an adventure. It’s the kind of performance that turns a weekend into something unforgettable. For ticket information, visit RenoPhil.com.

THE NOTEBOOK:THE MUSICAL
MARCH 24-29, 2026
PIONEER CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

🎶 Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts – The Notebook: The Musical – From March 24–29, 2026, this swoon-worthy Broadway adaptation of the beloved love story lands on the Pioneer Center stage, ready to tug at your heartstrings and lift your spirits. Based on the bestselling novel that inspired the iconic film, The Notebook brings Noah and Allie’s timeless romance to life with lush songs by Ingrid Michaelson and a story that’s equal parts tear-jerking and joy-inducing. It’s summer flings, second chances, and all the butterfly moments, served with a big, Broadway-style score that’ll have you whispering “remember us” long after curtain call. Whether you’re planning a date night or just love a good love story, this one’s for the romantics. For further details, please visit PioneerCenter.com.

We’ve been gifted a fresh little blanket of snow over the past couple of weeks, and the mountains are calling. ❄️⛷️ Mt. Rose and Tahoe resorts are looking extra dreamy right now, so wax those skis, bundle up, and go carve a few turns while conditions are prime. March powder days in Northern Nevada? That’s what we call lucky. 🍀🏔️ Check out the up-to-date snow conditions and trail reports at your favorite resorts below by clicking on their logos:

🍽️ Water Bar @ Sparks Marina – Perched on the sparkling shoreline of Sparks Marina, Sparks Water Bar is one of those happy hour spots where the view alone feels like a mini-vacation. Grab a seat on the spacious waterfront deck, order their famous Wet Woody® cocktail, and watch the sun dip behind the mountains. Happy Hour runs weekdays from 4:30-6:30 PM, with roughly 20% off the appetizer and deck favorites, along with select wine, beer, and well cocktails. If you’re wondering what to nibble on while soaking up those marina views, you can’t go wrong with the Lobster Deviled Eggs, the crispy-sweet Beer-Battered Coconut Prawns, and the fresh, flavor-packed Ahi Poke Tacos.

🍽️ Bistro Napa @ Atlantis Casino-Resort-Spa – Looking for a Happy Hour that’s a little elevated? Bistro Napa at the Atlantis is a must. Their daily Social Hour from 4-6 PM (excluding holidays) serves up half-price small plates, flatbreads, cocktails, and wines by the glass in a lively lounge setting that locals know to arrive early for. Inspired by the flavors of California’s Napa Valley and backed by an impressive 4,000-bottle wine cellar, it’s the perfect spot to sip, snack, unwind after work, or kick off a fun evening out. Need some mouthwatering recommendations? My favorite dishes that will knock your socks off are the Asian BBQ Pork Ribs, Grilled Baby Artichokes, and Prime Rib Sliders.

🍽️ The Grille @ Quail Corners – If you’re looking for a happy hour that feels a little upscale without losing that relaxed Reno vibe, The Grill at Quail Corners is a local favorite. Their Monday-Friday happy hour runs from 3-5:30 PM and is the perfect excuse to slide up to the beautiful bar for handcrafted cocktails and delicious bites in a warm, polished setting. Food offerings range from $6-$12, with Mini Egg rolls with Sweet Chili Sauce, Calamari Fries with Chipotle Remoulade and Cocktail Sauce, and Shrimp Scampi topping my favorites list!

🍽️ Land Ocean @ Shayden Summit Reno – With its stylish steakhouse vibe, cozy lighting, and lively bar scene, it’s the kind of spot that works just as well for a casual after-work drink as it does for kicking off a night out in South Reno. Offered Mondays-Thursdays from 3-6 PM, the menu includes delectable bites ranging from $4 to $14. If you need a little guidance on what to order, my personal go-tos’ are the Grilled Artichoke with lemon-basil remoulade, the decadent Four-Cheese Bacon-Jalapeño Mac & Cheese, and the Crab Cakes served with cayenne aioli and a bright dill vinaigrette salad.

🏠 1630 Spring Hill Drive in Reno is a beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family duet home with 2,034 square feet located in the highly desirable Somersett community. The home features bright, open living spaces, fresh finishes, and a versatile downstairs bedroom with a full bathroom—perfect for guests, a home office, or multigenerational living.

To truly experience the possibilities, visit the property on Zillow, where the Elite Showcase offers an immersive viewing experience, including the ability to virtually stage each room with the furniture and design style of your choice—a powerful tool made possible because I’m one of the few Zillow Partners in our region with access to this platform, allowing my Sellers to significantly elevate their exposure and marketing through Zillow Showcase. Visit Bit.ly/1630SpringHillZillowShowcase to customize your exploration of 1630 Spring Hill Dr, and Contact Me if you’re interested in a personal viewing or to Showcase YOUR property.

One of my newest listings at 17000 Wedge Pkwy #2622 in South Reno went into contract in just 12 days—a testament to strong demand for well-located, move-in-ready homes. This stylish 1,033-square-foot condo in the gated Fallen Leaf community features vaulted ceilings, engineered hardwood floors, a cozy gas fireplace, and a versatile loft perfect for a home office or guest space. Two covered balconies and an attached private garage added to the appeal, along with resort-style amenities including a pool, spa, clubhouse, and fitness center. Its unbeatable location near Mt. Rose, the airport, and everyday conveniences made it an easy choice for buyers looking for low-maintenance living with lifestyle perks. Check it out at Bit.ly/17000WedgeUnit2622 and let me know if you’re interested in buying a similar home or listing with me so I can effectively market your investment!

DENISE HALLERBACH
REALTOR – BROKER SALESPERSON
NV Lic #BS.1001182
denise@drakulichre.com

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