Good morning, Carson City.

Thanks to a ticket donation from the Outlaw Flat Trac Organization, Alpine Kids will attend flat track races at Fuji Park today & they will tour the pits to meet riders in a drug-free family event.

Angel is a 4-year-old cat who lost her owner and is now cared for by a relative in Minden—she needs a quiet forever home—with meet and greet sessions held Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. as adoptions close at 4 p.m.

Carson City police arrested 20-year-old Steven Combest on August 19 for felony abuse and battery after he allegedly attacked a disabled victim near College and Imperial—police also booked several others for drug, DUI, and driving violations in recent stops.

The final Levitt Amp concert of the season will be held Saturday at the BAC—closing Carson City’s free concert series until next year—where Bon Bon Vivant headlines with Jenes n the Juice opening, food trucks, drinks, and kids’ activities available as the show begins at 7 p.m. This event will offer a mix of live music and local festivities for all ages.

Carson City Symphony will begin rehearsals on Aug.

27 at Carson High School band/orchestra room—its season-opening concert features music by Brahms, Albert, and Bernstein and guest trumpet soloist Jonathan Bhatia. The concert will be held on Oct. 26 at the Community Center while the volunteer orchestra prepares to welcome new musicians.

Carson City supervisors approved a $6.1 million contract with Sprinturf LLC to convert four grass fields at upper Centennial Park to artificial turf by spring, following two years of planning and public meetings.

The contract includes alternative bids such as a shade structure and irrigation (expected to save water) that will support the project.

Polecat Summer Concerts

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Polecat Tavern — Free entry — Enjoy live music every Saturday evening under the summer sky at Polecat Tavern's parking lot.

Watercolor Carson City – Plein Air Festival

8 a.m.–5 p.m. — Brewery Arts Center — Check event page for details — Experience the vibrant creativity of plein air watercolor artists in scenic Carson City.

Classic Movie Mondays: Rio Bravo

6:30-9:00 p.m. — Brewery Arts Center — $5.00 — Enjoy a classic Western film with fellow cinema lovers in a community setting.

Silver State Art Festival

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Fuji Park — Free admission — Explore a vibrant showcase of local art with crafts, photography, and a raffle for visual arts support.

Awareness as Refuge: A Day of Silence and Connection

9 AM – 4:30 PM — River Fork Ranch Preserve — Free entry — Engage in a day of meditation and community connection at a beautiful outdoor venue.

Literary and Musical Afternoon with Willy Vlautin

1-3 p.m. — Brewery Arts Center — Free entry — Engage with author and musician Willy Vlautin through conversation, music, and a book signing event.

Kaboom-Con 2025

6 PM – 5 PM — Carson City Community Center — Cost varying — Dive into a vibrant celebration of comics, movies, and games.

Carson City Aviation Festival 2025

4-9 p.m. — 2600 College Parkway, Carson City, NV — Free entry — Soar into an unforgettable celebration of aviation, innovation, and community spirit.