Whatever the time of year, there is always something going on in Elko.
Check out our guide to upcoming events in the heart of Northeastern Nevada. Located halfway between Reno/Lake Tahoe and Salt Lake City, Elko is the perfect distance for a long weekend getaway to celebrate one of our many cultural events, regardless of season. From the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering to the National Basque Festival, the Elko Mining Expo, California Trail days and so many more, this is the place to celebrate and soak in the atmosphere of a vibrant cosmopolitan town that still pays respect to its past.
Let’s Dance! begins with a dance lesson from 6-7pm, followed by open dancing at 7pm. Lessons focus on a rotating variety of styles, including rodeo swing, two step, waltz, line dance, Basque dancing, and other interesting steps. Adults and teens are welcome. No experience necessary. For more information including the week’s [...]
Let’s Dance! begins with a dance lesson from 6-7pm, followed by open dancing at 7pm. Lessons focus on a rotating variety of styles, including rodeo swing, two step, waltz, line dance, Basque dancing, and other interesting steps. Adults and teens are welcome. No experience necessary. For more information including the week’s [...]
Enjoy a FREE children's program from 10-noon for ages 3-10 (all ages are welcome). We will listen to a story in the Museum Theater before working on a craft project.
All musicians and spectators are welcome at this monthly jam session. Facilitated by members of Southwind and other community musicians, Jam On! features a mix of old-time fiddle tunes, folk songs, country tunes, ballads and more. Lead a song for the group, join in on tunes introduced by others, or just [...]
Get you gown on and Waltz over to an enchanted dinner with Cinderella! Enjoy dinner with Your Royal Highness, Cinderella and make special memories with Dad!
The ALL AMERICAN THROWDOWN DIRT DRAG RACING NATIONALS, presented by T-Rix Bike Shop, returns to Elko, NV on Saturday June 17th! Watch insane Pro and Amateur mud trucks battle it out in side by side drag racing! Plus, ATV and UTV and Diesel Pickup classes! Locals welcome to enter! Elko, are [...]
The ALL AMERICAN THROWDOWN DIRT DRAG RACING NATIONALS, presented by T-Rix Bike Shop, returns to Elko, NV on Saturday June 17th! Watch insane Pro and Amateur mud trucks battle it out in side by side drag racing! Plus, ATV and UTV and Diesel Pickup classes! Locals welcome to enter! Elko, are [...]
Let’s Dance! begins with a dance lesson from 6-7pm, followed by open dancing at 7pm. Lessons focus on a rotating variety of styles, including rodeo swing, two step, waltz, line dance, Basque dancing, and other interesting steps. Adults and teens are welcome. No experience necessary. For more information including the week’s [...]
Get ready to witness the most colorful and vibrant event of the year! DIVAS: The Rainbow Edition is coming to Elko, NV on Fri June 23 2023 at 8:00pm. The beautify ebony enchantress, Craven Moore will be hosting this in-person event at The Stage Door Elko (303 3rd Street) With the [...]
We are excited to announce that Access to Healthcare will be hosting a Summer Rural Health Fair! 😎 Come join us on June 24th at Elko City Park from 8am-1pm. This community event will be FREE with fun, games, activities, health/community resources, local vendors, and much more! Immunize Nevada will be [...]
DIVAS: Neon Edition Get ready for the most electrifying night of the year! DIVAS: Neon Edition is the ultimate party for all the queens out there. Hosted by the ebony enchantress herself, Craven Moore, this in-person event will take place on Sat Jun 24 2023 at 8:00 PM PDT at the [...]
FOOD - Authentic Basque Food DRINK - Fully stocked cash bar DANCE - Traditional Basque dances SPORT - Basque Rural game exhibitions
Want to know more about upcoming events in Elko, NV? Let’s dig in.
In December, celebrate the season with a snowflake festival and parade of lights, then come back in January for some can’t-miss down-home storytelling from ranchers and cowboys at the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering. In the spring, party Old West style at the Halleck Bar Party where revelers raise a toast with Beefeater gin. It’s just one of many events in Elko that adhere to the area’s tradition.
Delve into history at the California Trail Days, where you’ll learn about the quarter of a million people who packed up their lives and headed west along the California Trail from the 1840s to the late 1860s and enjoy reenactments that bring history to life.
In summer, geek out on mining equipment and history at the annual Elko Mining Expo or earn your personal best in the Nevada Marathon Relay and Lamoille Canyon Half Marathon/5K. Gaze in wonder at the evening glow show at the Ruby Mountain Balloon Festival or celebrate our nation’s independence over Fourth of July weekend. Or hop on your bike for the Ride Around the Rubies, a scenic “gravel ride” through the Ruby Mountains that’ll have you breaking away from the peloton for your very own leader’s jersey. Don’t forget about the National Basque Festival where Nevada’s Basque culture is celebrated with dancing, music, food and plenty of good times.
Come fall, enjoy a classic film fest, a classic car show, a Native American Pow-Wow, a pumpkin festival and plenty other unforgettable Elko events. Elko also hosts a pair of monthly farmers’ market and plenty of ongoing events at the Western Folklife Center.
If you think of Elko as just another quick stop along I-80, these upcoming events will have you changing your mind in no time. Come see us soon!
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