Events
Folklife
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Aki Matsuri Japanese Festival 2024
Water Street Plaza 240 S. Water St., Henderson, NV, United StatesPresented in partnership with the Japanese Festival Association of Nevada, the 15th annual Aki Matsuri Japanese Festival returns to Water Street Plaza! This is a full day of fun with more than 50 vendors and so many activities to choose throughout the day! During this immersive festival experience, guests will enjoy: Live entertainment Authentic Japanese food and […]
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Day of the Dead Festival
Come to celebrate this spectacular tradition to remember and reconnect with those who have already departed with music, food, crafts, arts and much more! At East Pueblo Street, Reno, Nevada (corner with South Wells Avenue). Information 775.378.7025 Ven a celebrar esta espectacular tradición para recordar y reconectar con aquellos que ya partieron¡ Con Música, Comida, […]
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Birthed From Soil
Nevada Humanities Program Gallery 1017 S. 1st Street, #190, Las Vegas, United StatesJoin us on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024, for a reception and discussion with Iyana Esters and Mama Yawah. The reception takes place 5-8 p.m. PT, with the discussion starting at 6 p.m. Birthed from the Soil presents a multidimensional portrait of Yawah Awolowo, known as Mama Yawah, an organic farmer, natural food chef, and midwife […]
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Nevada Basque Portraits & Illustrations Exhibition
Nevada Historical Society 1650 North Virginia Street, Reno, NV, United StatesNevadan Basque Portraits Exhibition This exhibit focuses on a selection of portraits of individuals with a Nevadan Basque connection, painted from life by Zoe Bray. The portraits explore the different ways that Basque identity can be made and represented. Illustrations Zoe Bray’s fun-loving and whimsical drawings painted with watercolor, and sometimes as pop-ups on […]
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Birthed from the Soil: A Photo Affair by Iyana Esters
Nevada Humanities Program Gallery 1017 S. 1st Street, #190, Las Vegas, United StatesDec. 5, 2024 – Jan. 22, 2025 Nevada Humanities Program Gallery 1017 S. 1st Street, #190 Las Vegas, NV 89191 Reception and Exhibition Discussion Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024 5–8 p.m. PT, Discussion 6 p.m. Nevada Humanities Program Gallery Birthed from the Soil presents a multidimensional portrait of Yawah Awolowo, known as Mama Yawah, an organic […]
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Robert Burns Celebration
Grand Sierra Resort 2550 East Second Street, Reno, NV, United StatesThe annual Robert Burns event, draws about 600+ attendees from northern Nevada and northern California, making it one of the largest such events of its kind on the West Coast. The celebration includes a whisky tasting courtesy of Breakthru Beverages, dinner (including that most Scottish of dishes … haggis), presentation of the Scot of the […]
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FeaturedHow to Apply for Folklife Artist Grant, Folklife Community Grant, Nevada Heritage Fellowship
Zoom NV, United StatesAre you wanting to learn more about grants that support Nevada folklife organizations and artists? Attend this session to help you prepare your grant application. The Folklife Artist Grant (FLA) supports traditional arts projects by folk artists and culture bearers. Eligible projects focus on the transmission of folk arts or traditions that are practiced, valued, […]
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The Corner Presents Love’s Canvas
West Las Vegas Arts Center 947 W. Lake Mead Blvd, Las Vegas, NV, United StatesWillie “Saucey Downs” Williams III will host a forum for artists, spectators, and open mic participants. Come celebrate the love of arts & culture through poetry, music, and spoken word. The night will feature an array of literary, visual, and musical artistry offering an opportunity for everyday people to gather, to hear, and to be […]
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Black Weekend 2025: Kemet In The Desert Series
West Las Vegas Library 951 W. Lake Mead, Las Vegas, NV, United StatesThe 12th annual Black Weekend 2025: Kemet in the Desert Lecture Series in recognition of Black History Month is a cultural celebration of the African diaspora inclusive of dancing, music, spoken word and affirmations in afro-ritualistic traditions. KITD enlightens and awakens the community by presenting world-renowned master teachers of African & Egyptian history, culture and religion. […]
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Concert in the Park: Korabo Taiko
Centennial Hills Amphitheater 7101 N. Buffalo Drive, Las Vegas, NV, United StatesKorabo is a Las Vegas taiko ensemble committed to learning and sharing the traditional Japanese art form of taiko. Korabo began with the goal in mind to celebrate the spirit of taiko through collaborative projects in modern channels of art and entertainment. Join us for a family friendly evening of taiko drumming under the stars!
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Pineapple Music Fest
Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza 770 Twin Lakes Drive, Las Vegas, NV, United StatesLas Vegas’ newest family music festival featuring a lineup of your favorite local bands, including the renowned SECOS. Experience an evening of community spirit and top-notch performances that promises to be fun for the whole family! Be part of the movement that values and elevates our city’s artists.
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A Public Fit presents References to Salvador Dali Make Me Hot
Charleston Heights Arts Center 800 Brush St., Las Vegas, NV, United StatesBy José Rivera, directed by Gigi Guizado. In the dusty backyard of her house in Barstow, California, Gabriela waits for her soldier husband to return from war. Grappling with loneliness and desire, her vivid imagination weaves together dreams, memories and fantasy while the Moon plays the violin and sings to the cat and coyote. Rivera’s […]
$40 – $45