Things to do in Nevada this weekend (June 27-29)

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By Jannelle Calderón

June 24, 2025

Looking for things to do this weekend in Nevada? Whether you’re in Reno or Las Vegas there’s lots happening, from stargazing under Nevada’s clear summer skies to cooling off at local pool parties and movie nights, or heading for the mountains for live music and outdoor adventures, this weekend is packed with something for everyone.

Summer Stargazing: Reno’s Animal Ark Wildlife Sanctuary is the optimal spot for stargazing. Expert guests from Fleischmann Planetarium will guide visitors through an immersive experience Friday, June 27, 9-10:30 p.m. Tickets are limited. Purchase online.

Free Movie Night at Northwest Pool: Inside Out 2 will be playing at the Northwest Pool in Reno on Friday, June 27, 7:30-10 p.m. Admission is free, but space is limited to 125 swimmers. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early to secure their spot. Attendees should also bring their own towels.

Mountain Fest: Lee Canyon’s Mountain Fest returns on Saturday, June 28, 12-7 p.m. The free event will feature live music, vendors, food trucks, downhill mountain biking, crosscut saw competition, beer tasting (tickets), axe throwing, cornhole, and scenic chairlift rides (tickets). Escape the hot weather in town and enjoy the high mountain fresh air.

Ward 1 Summer Splash: A neighborhood pool party? Enjoy water slides, splash zones, games, free ice cream, and a live DJ on Saturday, June 28, 12-2 p.m. at the Garside Pool (250 S. Torrey Pines Dr.).

Jannelle Calderón

Jannelle Calderón is The Nevadan / El Nevadense newsletter editor. A bilingual storyteller, she’s passionate about highlighting the human side of policy and showcasing Nevada’s vibrant cultures. She previously reported for The Nevada Independent and is a graduate of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Jannelle also writes Vegas Somos, a weekly Spanish-language newsletter dedicated to breaking down the issues that matter most to Nevada’s Latino communities.

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