holiday events near carson city

At The Happy Outlet, we love to celebrate. The winter season offers so many opportunities for fun, and we want to share them with you. Here is a roundup of holiday events near Carson City for our customers to enjoy!

The Polar Express Train Ride

Dec 14 – 24

Depart from Carson City and head for The North Pole aboard The Polar Express Train Ride presented by V&T Railroad. Snack on Christmas cookies and sip hot chocolate while you listen to the story of the Polar Express. Santa will visit each train car, and everyone is encouraged to wear pajamas! The train ride lasts for one hour. Tickets are $36 for adults and $27 for kids under 12.

Holiday Craft Market

Dec 14 – 24

Are you still finishing up your Christmas shopping? Check out handmade crafts, toys, and unique gifts for sale at the Holiday Craft Market! Located at the Carson Mall shopping center, this market lasts from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.

WinterFest at Greater Nevada Field

Dec 14 – 24

Located in nearby Reno, WinterFest has everything you need to embrace the season of snowflakes! Ride the Holiday Express train and help deliver the Naughty and Nice List to Santa at the North Pole. Skate on an ice rink and then take photos with Santa. Train rides are $10 per person and Santa photo packages start at $15.

Candy Cane Lane

Dec 14 – 31

Go on a journey through holiday light displays this season at Candy Cane Lane. This custom drive-thru display is free! Turn your car radio to 89.9 FM to experience Christmas music that matches up with the lights. Candy Cane Lane is located just outside Carson Valley Inn in Minden.

Tahoe’s Breakfast with Santa

Dec 15 and 22

Experience the breakfast of a lifetime at FiRE + iCE Restaurant by Lake Tahoe. At Tahoe’s Breakfast with Santa you can build your own breakfast of omelets and pancakes, watch a tableside magic show, and take photos with Santa. Each guest will also receive a holiday gift bag full of products from Heavenly Village stores. There will be a free hot chocolate bar and a cash bar for adults. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for kids. Event proceeds are donated to local families in need.

The 12 Bars of Christmas Ugly Sweater Crawl

Dec 22

This event is adults-only and sure to be full of crazy fun. Embark on a bar hopping journey while wearing your ugliest Christmas attire! The 12 Bars of Christmas Ugly Sweater Crawl will last from 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. in downtown Sparks. Enjoy unique drink specials, an ugly sweater contest, dancing, and more! Presale cups allow hoppers to bring their alcohol outside of each bar and cost $5.

We hope you enjoy these holiday events near Carson City!

Happy Holidays from The Happy Outlet! We hope everyone has the chance to enjoy some local holiday cheer this season.

If you need any electrical repairs, replacements, or upgrades in your Carson City home, contact The Happy Outlet! Give us a call at 833-2B-HAPPY to schedule an appointment and get started. Donate seven cans of food for FISH Holiday Baskets and receive 5% OFF your total invoice for any service.