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- calendar_today October 12, 2026
Reno's Creative Community Shines with Diverse Events
This week, Reno celebrates its dynamic creative scene by offering a range of activities featuring local art, performance, and community engagement. There are opportunities to participate hands-on, refresh your wardrobe, support mental health initiatives, and connect with local artists and writers.
Refresh Your Closet at the Fall Fashions Clothing Swap
On Tuesday at Wildflower on 7th, the Fall Fashions Clothing Swap offers an eco-friendly way to update your wardrobe. All shapes, sizes, and genders are welcome. Attendees can exchange one item for another, or join the Swap Society for unlimited swapping at all locations with a shopping pass. Remaining items are donated to artists for upcycling or distributed to non-profits in the Reno area. For the best selection, guests are encouraged to arrive early.
Discover Local Photographers at 'Bring Your Own Camera'
The 'Bring Your Own Camera' exhibition opens Wednesday at the McKinley Arts and Culture Center. Highlighting work by photographers from the Reno/Sparks community, the event showcases images captured during The Holland Project’s monthly photo walks. Each photo walk is curated by a local photographer who leads the group along creative routes through Reno. This exhibition is open to all ages and experience levels, providing a space for photography enthusiasts to share tips and explore the city together.
Lip Sync Legends 2026: Fundraising with Flair
On Saturday at Reno Public Market, Lip Sync Legends 2026 welcomes the public to a high-energy competition supporting behavioral health. Local personalities, community leaders, and for the first time, general participants will compete with creative lip-sync routines. The event raises funds for Vitality Unlimited, a provider of mental health, substance use, and recovery services in Northern Nevada. Expect chart-topping hits, nostalgia, and plenty of drama and glitter in one of the area’s most anticipated reno community events.
Hands-On Art at Ghost Portraits in Gouache Workshop
The Halloween spirit comes alive on Sunday at Wyld Market Collective during the Ghost Portraits in Gouache workshop. Jinny Tomozy, a local fine arts instructor and founder of Mozy Studio, will guide participants in painting adorable ghost portraits. No prior experience is needed; Jinny will introduce the basics of gouache painting, including color selection and layering techniques. This reno workshop is designed to be both fun and accessible for artists at any level.
Celebrate Poetry with Local Authors
Sunday at The Radical Cat Books and Records is dedicated to literary pursuits. The Book Release Reading features Rivka Clifton's 'Wrong Feast' and Caleb True's 'Rana.' Local poets Dani Putney and Max Stone will also participate. This gathering offers poetry fans the chance to support reno local artists and experience the latest in local literary culture.
Additional Arts and Cultural Events
Several other notable reno cultural events are on the calendar. Highlights include a stage adaptation of Margaret Atwood’s 'The Penelopiad' at Reno Little Theater, and the Family Respite Care 30th Year Circus Birthday Party at Circus-Circus Reno. The weekly listings reflect the ongoing vibrancy of Reno’s creative community.
Stay Informed and Connected
Attendees should confirm details with event venues, as schedules may change. This overview is based on the latest event listings; additional reno creative events can be found on local calendars. Reno’s arts community continues to offer diverse and inspiring experiences for all interests and ages.
Source: thisisreno.com.
