- TripBuzz found 100 things to do with kids in or near Reno, Nevada, including 81 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Incline Village, Sparks, Virginia City and Truckee.
- From Animal Ark to Mt. Rose Ski Resort, the Reno area offers 69 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Parks, Zoos and Skiing & Snowboarding.
- Known for its casinos and adult entertainment, Reno receives tourists year-round. Along with gambling, the city also has an orchestra, art museum, performing arts center and several art galleries. It is also home to an automobile museum, arboretum and botanical garden. Reno is a short drive from Lake Tahoe and one of the largest cities in Nevada.
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Classes teach how to safely jump and tumble while emphasizing strength, agility, and artistry
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Open environments are made to mimic the natural habitats of the animals housed at the Animal Ark. There are also some special shows held throughout the day including the bear feedings and animal play time.
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Some of the longest continuous vertical ski runs in North America are available at Mt. Rose Ski Resort in the area known as the Chutes. A wide variety of other trails are also open for use in addition to the ski lessons for children and adults.
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The National Bowling Stadium features 78 championship lanes, a large meeting room, and a theater to show business type movies. The stadium also features another 10 bowling lanes for family fun.
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Northstar is a ski resort located in Reno. Visitors can take advantage of great mountain runs in the winter, an 18-hole golf course in the summer months, or simply hang out in The Village, where shopping and dining options are available.
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The Sierra Safari Zoo is the largest zoo in Nevada. The zoo is home to over 200 animals and is staffed by prison inmates and volunteers who give their time.
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Reno Aces Ballpark is home of the AAA Reno Aces in the MiLB Pacific Coast League. Opened in 2009, this ballpark is one of the Minor League's finest with a playground and climbing toys available for kids at the Circus Circus Kids Zone.
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The world's fastest motorsport is conducted at the Reno Air Racing Association. Six classes of aircraft that can reach speeds of over 500 mph at the National Championship Air Races that runs over a five day period.
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A wide range of galleries are included at the Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum, including scientific fields that cover the water cycle, the Truckee River, renewable energy, and inventions of Leonardo Da Vinci. Hands-on and interactive activities can be found on site.
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Virginia Lake Park is the public access area that sits next to the body of water that gives the park its name. Visitors to the park will boat launches, fishing, and even picnic areas available for use.
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The Nevada Historical Society was founded in 1904 and is focused on preserving and presenting the state's history. In addition to the displays and exhibits, the society's museum features specialty education programs.