October is packed with community events that support some incredible local nonprofits. We encourage you to join us in celebrating and supporting these great causes. Stay tuned for event details and come out to show your support!
| Organization | Event Name | Date | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reno Rodeo Foundation | Texas Hold'em Tournament | October 5, 2024 | Join the Reno Rodeo Foundation for their Texas Hold'em Charity Poker Tournament, with proceeds benefiting community programs. | Texas Hold'em Event |
| Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful (KTMB) | Midtown Fall Clean Up | October 5, 2024 | Join KTMB and MidTown Reno at Midnight Coffee for a community cleanup event. Trade a bag of trash for free cold brew and fall toast. | KTMB Events Page |
| Food Bank of Northern Nevada | Mobile Harvest - Desert Skies Middle School | October 7, 2024 (9 am - 11 am) | Free healthy food options available at Desert Skies Middle School parking lot. | Food Bank of Northern Nevada Event Page |
| Food Bank of Northern Nevada | Mobile Harvest - William O'Brien Middle School | October 7, 2024 (12:45 pm - 1:45 pm) | Free healthy food options available between Stead ES & O'Brien at William O'Brien Middle School parking lot. | Food Bank of Northern Nevada Event Page |
| ACCEPT | HERR Group Meetings | October 11 & October 25, 2024 | Twice monthly meetings of the HERR Group to discuss health, education, and resources in the community. | ACCEPT Events Page |
| Food Bank of Northern Nevada | Family Health Festival | October 9, 2024 (3 pm - 6 pm) | Free healthy food options available during the Family Health Festival at William O'Brien Middle School. | Family Health Festival |
| For Kids Foundation | REMSA Health Safety Seats Community Outreach | October 12, 2024 | Free car seat safety check and installation at Early Head Start, Reno, by certified technicians. | REMSA Outreach |
| Nevada Humane Society | Pick of the Pack Tailgate | October 12, 2024 | Celebrate "Pick of the Pack" at the Nevada Football game tailgate at Jensen Plaza from 1:30 - 5:30 PM. | Pick of the Pack Tailgate |
| Northern Nevada Children's Cancer Foundation | All in for Childhood Cancer | October 17, 2024 | Join the All in for Childhood Cancer poker tournament to support children battling cancer in Northern Nevada. | All in for Childhood Cancer |
| Veterans Guest House | Champagne Luncheon & Fashion Show | October 18, 2024 | Enjoy a champagne luncheon followed by a fashion show at Atlantis Casino Resort Spa, benefiting Veteran Guest House. | Fashion Show Event |
| Urban Roots | Haunted Hoops | October 18-19, 2024 | Join Urban Roots for spooky activities, crafts, and a haunted hoop house at their teaching farm. All ages welcome! | Haunted Hoops Event |
| Join Together Northern Nevada (JTNN) | Rx Drug Take Back Day | October 19, 2024 | Participate in the Rx Drug Take Back Day to safely dispose of expired or unused medications across multiple locations in Reno, Sparks, and surrounding areas. | Rx Drug Take Back Day |
| Nevada Youth Empowerment Project (NYEP) | 2nd Annual Halloween Ball | October 19, 2024 | An adults-only enchanted Halloween Ball at the historical Virgil. A night full of spooky entertainment. | NYEP Events Page |
| Food Bank of Northern Nevada | Mobile Harvest - Desert Skies Middle School | October 21, 2024 (9 am - 11 am) | Free healthy food options available at Desert Skies Middle School parking lot. | Food Bank of Northern Nevada Event Page |
| For Kids Foundation | Trunk or Treat | October 24, 2024 | Enjoy a night of fun, treats, and community at the Family Respite Center of Nevada's annual Trunk or Treat event. | Trunk or Treat Event |
| Nevada Humane Society | Tricks & Treats | October 30, 2024 | A family-friendly Halloween celebration at Nevada Humane Society with trick-or-treating, costumes, decorations, and an opportunity to meet adoptable pets. | Tricks & Treats Event |
| Children's Cabinet | Family and Parenting Class Sessions | Throughout October | Attend family and parenting workshops in Reno covering topics like mental health, child care, and parenting support. | Children's Cabinet Classes & Events |
| Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation | Walk With Me | Every Thursday in October, 2024 | Weekly guided nature walks at Idlewild Park for community members, including individuals with dementia. | Walk With Me Event |
| Victory Ranch | Group Adventure/Corporate Retreats | Throughout October | Group adventure retreats and corporate experience programs offered at the ranch. | Victory Ranch |
