Weekend Warrior: August 2026

🚘🎸 Northern Nevada shifts into high gear as Hot August Nights celebrates its 40th anniversary! Classic cars, hot rods and plenty of chrome take over the streets alongside nightly cruises, drag races, show-n-shines, free live entertainment and a whole lot of rock ‘n’ roll nostalgia. Whether you come for the cars, the music, or simply to watch thousands of gorgeous classics roll by, this legendary celebration makes Northern Nevada feel like one giant retro road trip. 🔥 Cruise over to HotAugustNights.net and map out your 40th anniversary fun!

STREET HEAT
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5 – SUNDAY, AUGUST 9, 2026
GRAND SIERRA RESORT

🔥🚗 The chrome keeps shining at Street Heat, where Grand Sierra Resort fires up four days of classic cars, horsepower and rock ‘n’ roll. Appreciate incredible pre-1980 rides, wander the vendor marketplace, grab some great food and stick around as free outdoor concerts turn up the volume each night. With Voyager, Mick Adams and the Stones, Blue Öyster Cult, and George Thorogood and The Destroyers headlining, the soundtrack is every bit as hot as the cars. 🏁 Put the pedal down and see everything waiting at StreetHeatReno.com!

BIGGEST LITTLE CITY WING FEST
FRI, JULY 31 (1-10 pm), SAT, AUGUST 1 (12-10 PM) & SUN, AUGUST 2 (12-8 pm)
THE ROW – OUTSIDE ON VIRGINIA STREET FROM 2nd to 6th STREET

🍗🔥 Things are about to get cluckin’ delicious when the Biggest Little City Wing Fest takes over downtown Reno! From July 31 through August 2, wing masters serve up more than 20,000 pounds of wings, battling for bragging rights with everything from smoky BBQ and fiery sauces to wildly creative flavors. For those who prefer to rule the roost, the Chicken Coop VIP experience offers all-you-can-eat food, an open bar, shade, and prime access near the main stage, while free concerts and family fun keep the party flying outside. 🐔 Wing it over to Biggest Little City Wing Fest and hatch your plan for one finger-lickin’ weekend!  Visit Caesars.com to pluck some more details and buy your VIP experience.

SUMMER BREEZE: YACHT ROCK CLASSICS
SUNDAY, AUGUST 2, 2026 (4 pm)
PIONEER CENTER for the PERFORMING PLAZA

⛵🎶 Smooth sailing takes on a whole new meaning when the Reno Phil turns up the yacht rock! Summer Breeze: Yacht Rock Classics drops anchor at the Pioneer Center on August 2, transforming favorites from Toto, Christopher Cross, The Doobie Brothers, Jimmy Buffett, Steely Dan and more with lush strings, bold brass and full symphonic power. It’s a wave of ’70s and ’80s nostalgia made for singing along, so slip into your finest yacht-rock attire and let those soft-rock classics set your summer soundtrack. And when the final note sails away, the fun continues with an official after-party at Birdeez in downtown Reno! ⛵🍹⚓ Chart your course for tickets and details at RenoPhil.com.

HOT AUGUST NIGHTS ENTERTAINMENT
TUESDAY, AUGUST 4-8 (8:15-10 pm)
DOWNTOWN RENO & SPARKS, NEVADA

KRAIG PARKER as Elvis: Downtown Reno, Tues, August 4
The King is back in the building… or at least the next best thing! 🕺🎙️ Acclaimed Elvis tribute artist Kraig Parker captures the charisma, moves, and unmistakable sound of Elvis Presley, with classics like “Hound Dog” and “Jailhouse Rock” setting the stage for a hip-shaking trip through rock ‘n’ roll history.

TURN THE PAGE Bob Seger Tribute: Victorian Square, Wednesday, August 5
That gritty Detroit rock sound rolls into Sparks as Turn the Page pays tribute to the legendary Bob Seger. 🎸🔥 With “Night Moves” in the mix, expect raspy vocals, heartland rock, and plenty of songs that beg to be sung at full volume.

THE ROCKET MAN SHOW Elton John Tribute: Downtown Reno, Wed, August 5
Sequins, sunglasses, and piano-powered showmanship take center stage with The Rocket Man Show, starring Rus Anderson, Elton John’s official body double. 🚀🎹 With “Rocket Man” and decades of larger-than-life hits to draw from, this tribute is a colorful ride through one of pop music’s most iconic catalogs. Check out his promo video here and get out to see this amazing show!

WAR: Victorian Square, Thursday, August 6
Funk, soul, rock, jazz, and Latin rhythms collide when legendary band WAR takes over Victorian Square. 🎶🔥 With the irresistible groove of “Low Rider,” this is one of those concerts where standing still simply isn’t part of the plan.

HERMAN’S HERMITS STARRING PETER NOONE: Downtown Reno, Thurs, August 6
The British Invasion comes roaring back with Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone, serving up the catchy melodies and playful charm that made them ’60s favorites. 🇬🇧🎤 With “I’m Into Something Good,” this nostalgic night may have you feeling something good too.

PAPERBACK WRITER: BEATLES TRIBUTE: Victorian Square, Friday, August 7
Beatlemania lands in Sparks as Paperback Writer recreates the sound, style, and infectious spirit of the Fab Four. 🎸🇬🇧 From the early mop-top years through their psychedelic era, favorites like “Hey Jude” make this a ticket to ride straight back to the ’60s.

TOMMY JAMES & THE SHONDELLS: Downtown Reno, Friday, August 7
Few bands can turn back the clock quite like Tommy James & The Shondells, whose infectious hooks helped define late-’60s rock. 🎶✨ With “Mony Mony” in their hit-filled catalog, don’t be surprised when downtown Reno turns into one giant sing-along.

MIAMI SOUND REVUE: Victorian Square, Saturday, August 8
Turn up the neon and loosen up those dancing shoes because Miami Sound Revue is diving into Latin pop, freestyle, and the club hits that kept the ’80s dance floor packed. 🌴💃 Expect infectious rhythms, retro flair, and a party made for dancing your way through the final Saturday of Hot August Nights.

BLOOD, SWEAT & TEARS: Downtown Reno, Saturday, August 8
Big brass meets classic rock when Blood, Sweat & Tears closes out the downtown lineup with its signature fusion of rock, jazz, blues, and powerhouse horns. 🎺🎸 With “Spinning Wheel” among the band’s enduring classics, this finale puts some serious swing behind Hot August Nights’ 40th anniversary celebration.

STREET HEAT CONCERTS
WED, AUGUST 5 – SAT, AUGUST 8, 2026 (OPENERS 6 pm, HEADLINERS 8:15 pm)
GRAND SIERRA RESORT

VOYAGER: “A TRIBUTE TO JOURNEY“: Grand Sierra Resort – Wednesday, August 5
Journey fans, this one’s for you! 🎤🎸 VOYAGER recreates the soaring vocals, arena-rock sound, and sing-along magic of one of rock’s most beloved bands. With classics like “Don’t Stop Believin‘,” you’ll be holding onto that feeling all night long.

MICK ADAMS & THE STONES: Grand Sierra Resort, Thursday, August 6
It’s only rock ‘n’ roll, but you’re going to love it! 👅🎸 Mick Adams and the Stones channel the swagger, sound, and showmanship of The Rolling Stones with a remarkably authentic tribute. With legendary favorites like “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction,” this night is made for dancing, singing, and letting your inner rock star loose.

BLUE ÖYSTER CULT: Grand Sierra Resort, Friday, August 7
Turn up the guitars because legendary rockers Blue Öyster Cult are taking Street Heat into overdrive. 🔥🤘 Their hard-rock sound and unmistakable riffs have stood the test of time, and with “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper” in their catalog, you already know this night needs more cowbell.

GEORGE THOROGOOD AND THE DESTROYERS: Grand Sierra Resort, Saturday, August 8
Blues-rock gets downright rowdy when George Thorogood and The Destroyers close out Street Heat with gritty guitars, boogie-fueled swagger, and decades of rock-and-roll attitude. 🎸🔥 With “Bad to the Bone” leading a catalog built for cranking up loud, this finale is the perfect soundtrack for a weekend filled with chrome and horsepower.

TEDESCHI TRUCKS BAND w/ LUKAS NELSON: Sunday, August 9 (6:30 pm)
Blues, soul and Southern rock meet serious musicianship when Tedeschi Trucks Band takes the Tahoe stage with special guest Lukas Nelson. 🎸🔥 With fan favorite “Midnight in Harlem,” Susan Tedeschi’s powerhouse vocals and Derek Trucks’ incredible guitar work set the stage for a soulful summer night with plenty of jam-band fire.

TY MYERS w/ BRENT COBB & BENNY G: Saturday, August 22 (7:30 pm)
At just 18, Ty Myers is quickly making his mark with a soulful blend of country storytelling, blues, rock and a voice that sounds wise beyond his years. 🤠🎶 With “Thought It Was Love” among his breakout favorites, this rising Texas singer-songwriter is one to catch now so you can say you saw him on the way up.

TRAIN: Tuesday, August 25 (7 pm)
Pop-rock favorites Train know their way around a catchy chorus, and singing along under the Tahoe stars sounds like a pretty perfect summer night. 🚂🎶 With the unmistakable “Drops of Jupiter” in a catalog packed with feel-good hits, expect nostalgia, big vocals, and plenty of songs you forgot you knew every word to.

DOG DAYS OF SUMMER DANCE FESTIVAL
FRIDAY-SUNDAY, AUGUST 14-16, 2026
PIONEER CENTER for the PERFORMING PLAZA

🐾 Reno’s summer dance scene is about to kick up its heels, and maybe a few paws, too! The 5th Annual Dog Days of Summer Dance Festival 🐶💃 turns the Pioneer Center’s outdoor plaza into a celebration of movement August 14–16, showcasing a variety of talented local dance companies across three evenings of performances. Arrive early when the plaza and food trucks open at 5:30 pm, then settle in for the 7:30 pm show, all completely FREE and family-friendly. Even better, the festival shines a spotlight on the SPCA of Northern Nevada, giving you one more reason to get those tails wagging. 🩰 Fetch the full festival details at PioneerCenter.com.

CMYK FESTIVAL
SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 2026 (2-8 pm)
RANCHO SAN RAFAEL PARK – RENO

🌈🎶 Reno is about to get a serious splash of color when the CMYK Festival returns to Rancho San Rafael Regional Park! Six hours of nonstop music and dance turn the park into a bright, high-energy celebration made for gathering your crew, grabbing a chair, and soaking up a summer afternoon outdoors. With gates opening at 2 pm, free parking, and free admission for kids under five, this colorful party makes it easy to join the fun. 🎨 Add a little color to your August and catch the latest festival details at CMYKFestival.com.

🍔🌮 Follow the flavor this summer! Reno’s favorite food truck gatherings are rolling around town with mouthwatering eats, live music, and all the laid-back summer vibes you could ask for. Pack your Tommy Bahama chairs, round up your favorite people, and spend the evening sampling everything from smoky BBQ and gourmet burgers to handcrafted desserts and frozen treats. Whether you’re heading to Cyan Park on Wednesdays, North Valleys Regional Park on Thursdays, or Food Truck Friday at Idlewild Park, every stop on the tour serves up a delicious reason to stay awhile.🍴 Find the full schedule and your next foodie destination at RenoFoodTruckEvents.com.

BROADWAY COMES TO RENO: TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
NOW
PIONEER CENTER for the PERFORMING ARTS

🎭 Broadway is rolling out the red carpet in Reno, and the 2026–2027 season is worthy of a standing ovation! The Pioneer Center’s Broadway Comes to Reno series has unveiled a blockbuster lineup featuring Water for Elephants, Elf The Musical, The Outsiders, Jersey Boys, The Bodyguard and Maybe Happy Ending, with SIX and the phenomenon that is Hamilton joining the excitement. From circus spectacle and Christmas cheer to Tony Award winners, iconic music and revolutionary storytelling, there’s a show waiting for just about every theater lover. Season subscribers also score perks like preferred seating, early ticket access, and the chance to keep their seats from year to year. 🎟️✨🎭 Take your seat for an unforgettable season and explore the lineup at PioneerCenter.com.

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