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What's The Deal About Gardnerville, NV?
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items Gardnerville, the contemporary heart of Carson Valley's commerce, thoughtfully preserves its past. Visitors can discover delightful lodging and exceptional dining experiences. For a unique treat, a local farm boasts unparalleled black raspberries. Th...
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The Then and Now
Gardnerville Annual Events 2025
In Surrounding Carson Valley
The Then and Now
Nestled in the heart of Carson Valley, Nevada, Gardnerville warmly cherishes its rich history while enthusiastically embracing the exciting possibilities of tomorrow. It's a place where the echoes of the past meet the vibrant energy of the future!
Gardnerville has a rich history. Gardnerville is the only nationally Accredited Main Street America city in Nevada.
Gardnerville, Nevada - Carson Valley, Nevada | Genoa, Gardnerville, Minden, Topaz Lake | Carson Valley Visitors Authority
Gardnerville had its beginnings around the late 1870s when a major gold strike in 1878 heralded a mining boom.
History
Gardnerville is located approximately 46 miles south of Reno, NV, about a 51 minute drive.
Gardnerville, Nevada from Reno-Tahoe International Airport - Google Maps
Gardnerville Annual Events 2025
This is a list of some of the annual events held in Gardnerville. Visit this link for a more complete listing: mainstreetgardnerville.org/annual-events
Mark your calendars for the first Saturday in October! Carson Valley celebrates fall with the Scarecrow & Harvest Festival and the thrilling Slaughterhouse Lane Coffin Races, traditionally hosted by Main Street Gardens and East Fork Gallery. Now ...
Vendors-Annual Fall Festival & Coffin Races 2025
Get moving on Main Street with the inaugural WE RUN THIS TOWN Fun Run/Walk Series!
We Run This Town
From hydration stations to non-alcoholic options, food, music, and more, the Third Thursday Wine Walks are an excellent way to meet and support your local small business community and meet some incredible people along the way.
Third Thursday Wine Walk
Join a day of celebration with Mariachi music, Folkloric, Aztec Dancers, and a 12ft Catrina doll presentation by Latino Arte & Culture of Reno, Food and drink vendors, arts and crafts, face painting, and MORE! First Saturday in November, 11 am-...
Día de los Muertos in Heritage Park
Candy Cane Main is a month-long focus on celebrating all the holiday events in the month of December while encouraging our community to shop locally through direct retail sales at participating businesses.
Candy Cane Main
Visit the Gardens for the Heritage Park Garden Annual Plant Faire where you can pick up with locally grown starter plants and garden goodies to add beauty and charm to your garden.
Heritage Park Garden Plant Faire
In Surrounding Carson Valley
Visit the surrounding area for more of the flavor of the Carson Valley and surrounding area. For a more complete list of events in CV visit this link: visitcarsonvalley.org/events-news/calendar-events
Nevada’s oldest town celebrates its Western heritage with three days packed with music, history, art, food and fun May 2-4, 2025, brought to you by Friends of Genoa.
Western Heritage Days - Town of Genoa, Nevada
This two-day event features over 400 vendors: Arts & Crafts, Activity and Food, plus, the original Saturday night Dinner & Dance established in 1919. For history: genoanevada.org/visitors/candy_dance/candy_dance_faire.php
Candy Dance - Town of Genoa, Nevada
3rd annual Hot Air for Hope, Carson Valley Balloon Festival 2025 is a free community event to benefit the Center for Hope and Healing.
Hot Air For Hope - Carson Valley Balloon Festival