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Looking for the best place to watch the ball drop? Eat, drink, and dance the night away while you make 2017 the year of celebration and joy. Start with reservations at one of Grand Sierra Resort’s sumptuous New Year’s celebrations.  

The Brian Setzer Orchestra (BSO) Rockin' Christmas will shake, rattle, and roll Grand Sierra Resort’s Grand Theatre on Friday, December 23, 2016, 8 p.m. This ramped-up musical holiday spectacular is guaranteed to fire up a little holiday spirit.  

Don’t miss Pedal Punk, a high-energy, no-holds-barred Steampunk-inspired circus presented by Cirque Mechanics. Grand Sierra Resort brings this awe-inspiring, limited-time performance to the Grand Stage for 10 performances December 20-30. Tickets are on sale now for this unforgettable, family-friendly show, hailed by The New York Times as “exceptional, eye-catching, ear-catching and, to keep the list short, engrossingly entertaining!” 

When it comes to getting the most out of a travel experience, timing is everything. That’s why we love weekday travel. Avoiding the weekends often translates to less crowds, less traffic, lower rates, and greater access to a destination’s best offerings. What’s not to love?

If you’re visiting Grand Sierra Resort for Thanksgiving, get ready for a holiday you’ll be thankful for! We’ve got turkeys on tap, potatoes being mashed, countless pies to conquer your cravings, and too many fun activities to count. Join us as we cook, carve, and celebrate this upcoming Thursday.

Reno is a happening place and holds its own against other destinations, but it’s often compared to Las Vegas. Reno offers a great weekend away for far less money than Sin City, making it the top Vegas alternative!  

Here are the top 10 reasons to consider Reno over Vegas:

The National Championship Air Races feature six racing classes, a large display of static aircraft, and several military and civil flight demonstrations. Held annually, just north of Reno, the air races are an institution for northern Nevada and aviation enthusiasts from around the world.

Whether it’s the groovy “Black Magic Woman,” Latin-inspired “Oye Coma Va,” or the pulsing “Evil Ways,” the 1970s super band Santana reveled in its own unmistakable sound. Just this year, music fans welcomed a new album from the band.  Adding to the thrill of the new album release, the band launched ”Santana Luminosity Tour 2016.”  One of its last summer concerts is in Reno at the Grand Theatre at Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, September 3, 2016 at 9:00 PM. This is a must-see summer show in Reno!

500 Artful Events, 1 Inspired Month

Enjoy live music, art fairs, performances and more at Reno’s Artown going on throughout July.

Be Amazed and Entertained

Experience all the thrills of one of the best-rated magic shows in the country - Michael Carbonaro Live at the Grand Theater.