Artown

07/24/2024

ARTOWN This Wednesday, July 24: A Day of Diverse Artistic Experiences! Don’t let the clouds discourage you. The shade is divine! 🌤️All info at www.ARTOWN.org

🎤 Eric Henry Andersen
Join one of Northern Nevada’s most recognized performers, Eric Henry Andersen, in the shade of Lazy 5. With his signature voice and award-winning songwriting, Eric promises an incredible performance. Don’t miss out!

🌅 Evenings on the Ranch with Emmit Road
Enjoy a diverse array of contemporary pop and rock covers by the emerging Reno music trio, Emmit Road. Led by the amazing vocals of Cassie Harris, with Jon Shipman on guitar and Derek Thomas on percussions, this is an evening you won’t want to miss.

🎻 Celtic Night at Reno Public Market
Immerse yourself in Celtic heritage with the Sons & Daughters of Erin and Nevada Society of Scottish Clans. Featuring One Eyed Reilly, Sierra Highland Pipers, Plastic Paddy, Sierra Silverstrings, Battleborn Highland Dancers, Karrie O’ Neil, and Kat McMartin. A special surprise guest performance awaits!

🎺 Artown Cultural Connections: Mariachi Acero de Las Vegas
Witness the vibrant performance of Mariachi Acero de Las Vegas, founded by Erik Ramirez. This top-accoladed group brings the lively spirit of mariachi music to life, having won 1st Place at prestigious competitions.

Come explore the rich tapestry of artistic performances ARTOWN has to offer tonight! ⚡️

07/23/2024

Ladysmith Black Mambazo is performing tonight!

With their 2024 release, “Soothe My Soul…Songs From Our South African Church,” they blend gospel with their signature harmonies, dance moves, and charming banter. As South Africa’s five-time Grammy Award winners and cultural ambassadors, they continue to warm hearts worldwide. Don’t miss this chance to experience their magic live!

More info at www.ARTOWN.org

07/22/2024

What an electrifying night with at ARTOWN! Their thrilling fusion of reggae, blues, funk, jazz, Hawaiian, and Island music had the crowd buzzing with energy.

We hope you didn’t miss this spectacular performance. We’re overjoyed to have had them in Reno! 🌺

07/22/2024

🎶✨Tonight at ARTOWN: Two Unmissable Events!✨🎶

1. ARTOWN MONDAY NIGHT MUSIC SERIES: DJANGO FESTIVAL ALL STARS ➡️ Bartley Ranch Regional Park 7:30PM
Step into the romantic streets of 1920s Paris with the mesmerizing Django Festival All Stars! This brilliantly cohesive group, featuring Samson Schmitt, Pierre Blanchard, Ludovic Beier, Michael Joseph, and Antonio Licusati, will sweep you off your feet with their captivating “gitane” music. From swinging rhythms to heart-wrenching ballads, their performance promises an intoxicating night of musical magic. Don’t miss this chance to experience the timeless charm of Django Reinhardt’s legacy brought to life. 🎻✨

2. DOLORA ZAJICK INSTITUTE OPERA HALL CONCERT ➡️ University of Nevada Reno Harlan O. & Barbara Hall Recital Hall 6:30 PM
Immerse yourself in the powerful world of opera with the exceptionally talented young singers from Dolora Zajick’s Institute. This concert showcases the future stars of opera, performing beloved arias in Italian and other languages. With training from esteemed international faculty and a program that’s tuition-free and merit-based, your support helps cultivate the next generation of opera talent. Join us for an inspiring evening that not only enriches our community but also supports aspiring artists in their journey. 🌟

Whether you’re in the mood for the enchanting gypsy jazz of the Django Festival All Stars or the dramatic and powerful voices of the opera’s rising stars, tonight’s ARTOWN events offer something truly special. See you there! 🎤🎼

07/22/2024

Going down at 7:30 at Brasserie Saint James!

ARTOWN MIDTOWN SERIES: KANEKOA

in One of Hawai‘i’s premier live music experiences, Kanekoa fuses eclectic roots with flavors of reggae, blues, funk, jazz, Hawaiian, and island music with jamband energy . Pushing the envelope of this joyful 4-string instrument of Hawai‘i are soulful singer Kaulana Kanekoa on rhythm uke, ‘ukulele phenom Vince Esquire, and Don Lopez, master of the U-Bass — joined by Travis Rice on cajon to round out their unique sound. Kaulana and Travis celebrate their ties to Reno as proud graduates of Earl Wooster H.S. “The Hawaiian Grateful Dead” —Bill Kreutzmann, The Grateful Dead “These guys scare me, they are that good” —David Hidalgo, Los Lobos “The band is amazing” —Mick Fleetwood, Fleetwood Mac

07/20/2024

🎶🪩 Dive into the rhythm of summer with an unforgettable riverside celebration that brings together the best of Latin music, dance, and culinary delights. This event promises an evening filled with the rich beats of Cumbia, Bachata, and Salsa, inviting attendees of all ages to step onto the dance floor under the open sky of West Street Plaza. There’s something for everyone, from the novice enthusiast to the seasoned dancer.

😎 Let’s embrace the warmth of community spirit, dance to the city’s heartbeat, and make this summer one to remember.

07/18/2024

You won’t want to miss Gospel Fest at ARTOWN this year! Get ready for an incredible day of soulful music and uplifting performances.

See you there! 🎶✨

Gospel Fest will take place on Sunday, July 21 at 7:30 p.m. at the Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater.

07/18/2024

✨ What a beautiful night on the quad! We are so grateful for the exceptional global representation that made the evening unforgettable. 🌍 Thank you to everyone who made it special!

07/18/2024

🌟 Exceptional global representation! 🌟

07/18/2024

🐾 We love our furry friends to the moon and back, but paws-itively no pets at ARTOWN events! Let’s keep it a purr-fectly safe and fun experience for everyone. 🐶 ADA service dogs are allowed at events.

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07/17/2024

Hey there, Artown fans! 🎨🌟 Our amazing sponsor, Nevada State Bank, is sending postcards to our very own superstar swimmer, Katie Grimes, as she preps to make waves in Paris at the Olympics! 🏊‍♀️✨ Artown audiences have been pouring their hearts out with notes of encouragement and congratulations for Katie, and the Bank is making sure she gets every single one in Paris. If you’re heading to Cultural Connections with the fabulous tonight, swing by the Merch Booth and fill out a postcard. Let’s flood Katie with love and cheer from Nevada! 🌊💌

07/16/2024

Get your tickets for Gospel Fest 2024!! Sunday, July 21st at 7pm.

Get ready to praise and worship with the best gospel music at Gospel Fest 2024!

07/16/2024

➡️ Do not miss the Artown on the Quad: NNIC Global Expo today from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at University of Nevada, Reno quad!!! More than 100 exchange participants visiting Reno for their exchange programs this summer will be present at the event showcasing their country, culture and heritage!!!

See you there 😁

07/15/2024

🎙️ Did you catch Anne Hampton Callaway’s dazzling performance at Bartley Ranch last night? ✨ What an incredible show! We’re beyond lucky to have such an amazing icon gracing Reno for ARTOWN.

07/15/2024

🚨 Join us TONIGHT 🚨 for one of the most special and memorable student live music performances you’ll see this summer here in Reno — for FREE!

Experience and celebrate the members of the Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra, joined by RYJO alumni from the last 17 years. Founded by Vern and Karen Scarbrough in 2006, RYJO welcomed hundreds of students over the years, with thousands of audience members have enjoyed the performances. 🎶

As Vern and Karen prepare to pass the reigns over to new leadership, join us for a show celebrating everything that they have accomplished! This rousing jazz concert will feature both contemporary and familiar classic jazz tunes throughout their 90 minute show.

📆: July 15 from 7:30-9 p.m.
📍: Bartley Ranch Outdoor Amphitheater
🍔🥤🍦: Men Wielding Fire & Super Swirl

07/15/2024

⚡️⚡️ATTENTION! THE TRAVELING WILBURYS R***E at Caughlin Ranch has a 30 minute delay due to lightning. The show will go on!

07/13/2024

➡️DANCING IN THE STREETS🎶

🪩Midtown Reno proudly presents “Dancing in the Streets.” a vibrant celebration of art, music & culture that activates a mile long stretch of S. Virginia St., from California Ave to Mt Rose St and several streets in between.

🎹TODAY, July 13th, from 4:00-10:00 pm, this event transforms MidTown into a dynamic festival space, featuring a diverse MidTown Market with over 200 vendors, several outdoor music stages, street performers, dance lessons and a wealth of interactive activities. With an emphasis on collaboration with local talent and businesses, “Dancing in the Streets” offers an eclectic mix of live music genres including, Country, EDM, 80’s, Indie Rock, African & Caribbean, Jazz alongside flash mobs, food trucks and much more.

🌟This free, public event aims to unite the community, celebrate cultural diversity and showcase MidTown businesses ensuring there is something for everyone.

07/10/2024

💙 These adorable totes with the Artown artist poster art, will be given to all ticket holders at ➡️ Dionne Warwick as a gift from our generous sponsor, Claggett and Sykes. 🌟

There are still a few seats available in the GA grass section! 🎫 Tickets available at www.Artown.org

07/10/2024

What a beautiful evening under the trees. Thank you Ruth Lenz and the String Theory Quartet! 🎶

07/10/2024

❤️ The first 900 attendees this evening at Cimafunk will receive this tote bag gift from our wonderful sponsor, . All you need is Love and Art!!!

Thank you Claggett & Sykes!

07/10/2024

GET READY RENO!! ARTOWN is on fire! 🔥💥🔥 Dive into the rhythm with Afro Cuban beats right as the sun starts going down! 👏👏👏

Cimafunk, one of Cuba’s standout alternative music artists, masterfully fuses 🎶 funk with Cuban and African rhythms. As a singer, songwriter, and producer, Cimafunk creates irresistibly danceable tracks to keep you on your feet all night.

TONIGHT ➡️ July 10, 7:30pm - 9pm
This is a FREE event ⭐️ Park

07/09/2024

⭐️Get ready for an unforgettable evening! Artown kicks off tonight at 6 p.m. on the University of Nevada, Reno Quad with an electrifying performance by the String Theory Quartet. 🎶 This Reno-based classical group, led by the sensational Ruth Lenz from the Reno Phil and Reno Chamber Orchestra, promises a musical journey you won't want to miss.

➡️ Best of all, it's free and open to everyone!

Artown on the University of Nevada, Reno Quad begins tonight at 6 p.m. with the String Theory Quartet, a Reno-based classical quartet led by Reno Phil and Reno Chamber Orchestra concertmaster Ruth Lenz. The event is free to attend and open to the community. For more information, visit the Artown website at https://bit.ly/3xFNBeG

07/08/2024

We’re beyond excited to welcome David Hayes to Bartley Ranch at 7:30 tonight! 🎤🎹 There’s a very special surprise in store ➡️ you’ll have to be there to find out! See you all as the sun sets for a very “cool” performance you won’t forget!

FREE ADMISSION

One of Northern Nevada’s most talented and versatile male vocalists, Hayes, a master showman, studied theater and arts while attending college, he instructs locally and has taught drama and produced performances with many local high school students. Prepare to be taken back to the glory days of the 1950’s through the 70’s, touching on the high points of the great American songbook when the Rat Pack reigned supreme. You’ll hear songs that were performed by brilliant artists of the era and be entertained and delighted by a homegrown artist who has performed throughout the US and all over the world.

07/08/2024

🎶 Exciting News! 🎶 We've just scored 8 additional seats for the Dionne Warwick concert at Bartley Ranch on July 12! 🎤✨ These assigned seats are hot property, so snag yours fast using the link below. Don't miss out on this unforgettable night! 🌟

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07/07/2024

Who’s ready to DANCE! 🪩 🎶

07/06/2024

TODAY ➡️ ARTOWN FAMILY SERIES: 🎪🎡🎠
CIRCUS BELLA - WOW!

July 6: 3pm - 4pm
July 6: 5pm - 6pm
July 7: 11am - 12pm

Experience the mesmerizing magic of WOW! - a captivating blend of circus enchantment and madcap mayhem. Circus Bella offers a modern twist on one-ring circus … overflowing with heart and soul. This exhilarating show promises to delight and astonish children of all ages in a cherished family event. Watch in awe as the vivaciously colorful Circus Bella Company, comprising a diverse troupe of acrobats, aerialists, jugglers, and clowns from the Bay Area and beyond, performs to the lively tunes of Rob Reich and the 6-piece Circus Bella All-Star Band.

07/05/2024

One last - Happy Fourth from ARTOWN. ❤️🤍💙