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Hidden Gems
Hidden GemsOctober 23, 2023November 3, 2025 Riverwalk

Hidden Gems of the Riverwalk

Shatter the typical tourist experience by uncovering lesser-known spots and hidden gems tucked inside the Riverwalk District. Whether it’s a shop with some serious personality, a park to swing by, stunning sights or a look back in time, here are a few fun ways to experience all the area has to offer.

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    Reno, NV 89501
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Missed the magic last weekend? ✨🎄 Good news: the t Missed the magic last weekend? ✨🎄 Good news: the tree is lit and the Holiday Lights Festival is lighting up Downtown Reno again this Friday & Saturday, Dec 5–6 from 4–9 PM! Tree lights, free fun, family vibes, it’s all happening. Come get cozy with us under the glow. 💫
Dust off your ugliest, jingliest, most wonderfully Dust off your ugliest, jingliest, most wonderfully questionable sweater… it’s tiiiiiiiiiime. 🎄✨ The Ugly Sweater Wine Walk returns to the Riverwalk on December 20 from 2–5 PM! Sip, stroll, and show off your holiday flair at 15+ stops pouring seasonal cheer. 🍷 Tickets are available now, snag yours at the link in our bio!
This Small Business Saturday, shop small and local This Small Business Saturday, shop small and local in the Reno Riverwalk District! 🛍️✨ From unique Nevada pride gear at Home Means Nevada Co. to one-of-a-kind finds in our downtown boutiques, every purchase supports the heartbeat of our community. 💛
✨ Downtown Reno is lighting up the season! The Hol ✨ Downtown Reno is lighting up the season! The Holiday Lights Festival returns Nov 28–29 and Dec 5–6 from 4–9 PM and it’s completely free for everyone. Enjoy free train rides, free photos with Santa, free holiday movies, free entertainment, and even free booth spaces for artists and makers. 🎄✨ Stroll Virginia Street between Court and 4th as it transforms into a glittering winter wonderland. Plus, don’t miss the tree lighting ceremonies on Nov 28 & Dec 5 at 7 PM. Make a night of it with dinner, drinks, or dessert here in the Riverwalk District before or after the festivities! ❄️💫
Grillin’ your tacos con sabor for 11 WHOLE YEARS! Grillin’ your tacos con sabor for 11 WHOLE YEARS! 🌮🔥 At @antoniosreno in the Riverwalk District, it’s all about bold flavor, good vibes, and a little bit of love in every bite. Stop by and taste why this downtown gem stands out from the crowd and has been a local favorite for over a decade.
Sunday football + the Riverwalk District = the ult Sunday football + the Riverwalk District = the ultimate game plan. 🍻 Catch the game (and some killer deals) all day long: 🍺 $5 flagship beers at @brewerscabinet 🍔 Half-off smash burgers at @dubsreno 🍹 $6 Bloody Marys + $15 bottomless mimosas at @olebridgepub 🏈 Happy hour specials + bottomless mimosas at @birdeezreno 🎧 Food, drink specials, giveaways + DJs at @thespotreno Grab your crew, claim your spot, and make Sunday a win no matter who’s playing. 🙌
Don’t be a jive turkey, it’s almost time to wobble Don’t be a jive turkey, it’s almost time to wobble before you gobble! 🦃🍷 The Tipsy Turkey Wine Walk is tomorrow, Nov. 15 | 2–5 PM! Pre-sale runs until noon day-of, or snag your tickets at any start location. Let’s toast to fall, friends, and full glasses in the Riverwalk District. 🧡
🍺 Give a little, help a lot! 💛 The Brewer’s Cabine 🍺 Give a little, help a lot! 💛 The Brewer’s Cabinet is teaming up with the Food Bank of Northern Nevada to fight hunger and you can jump in to make a difference. Bring a non-perishable food item to either Brewer’s Cabinet location through Nov 26 and they’ll thank you with a FREE beer. 🥫✨
Honoring those who served. Thank you, veterans, to Honoring those who served. Thank you, veterans, today and every day. 🇺🇸
The flock’s all here! 🦃✨ Your Tipsy Turkey Wine Wa The flock’s all here! 🦃✨ Your Tipsy Turkey Wine Walk route includes these 15+ tasty stops ready to pour you a little pre-holiday joy: 🍷 5 Star Saloon 🍗 Birdeez – Raffle Location 🍷 Crafted Palette 🍷 Dubs Sports Lounge 🍷 Home Means Nevada Co. 🍷 Hookava 🚰 The Dispensary – Hydration Station 🍷 Liberty Food & Wine Exchange 🍷 Old Granite Street Eatery 🍷 Ole Bridge Pub 🍷 Our Bar 🍷 Reno Axe 🍷 Shim’s 🍷 Sierra Tap House 🍷 The DTension Bar 🍷 The Spot Grab your tickets at the link in bio, this lineup’s stuffed with fun. 🥂
Coffee meets creativity at Crafted Palette! 🎨☕ Cel Coffee meets creativity at Crafted Palette! 🎨☕ Celebrate National Cappuccino Day with a perfectly crafted cup that’s as beautiful as it is bold right here in the Riverwalk District.
Lunch goals = unlocked. 😋🍕 @dopo_pizzapasta is tak Lunch goals = unlocked. 😋🍕 @dopo_pizzapasta is taking things up a notch with their newest obsession, Panouzzo, the love child of a personal pizza and a panino. Made with type 00 organic flour, fermented for up to 72 hours, and stuffed with all the bold flavors you crave. Choose from six crave-worthy options (no subtlety here 😉) and enjoy lunch done right, Monday–Thursday, 11AM–3PM. Fair warning: once you try one, ordinary sandwiches just won’t cut it anymore.

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  • Riverwalk Open 24-hours
  • 135 N Sierra St,
    Reno, NV 89501
  • info@renoriver.org
  • Office Hours: M-F, 9am - 5pm
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GOED Nevada Governor's Office of Economic Development Nevada Main Street

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Missed the magic last weekend? ✨🎄 Good news: the t Missed the magic last weekend? ✨🎄 Good news: the tree is lit and the Holiday Lights Festival is lighting up Downtown Reno again this Friday & Saturday, Dec 5–6 from 4–9 PM! Tree lights, free fun, family vibes, it’s all happening. Come get cozy with us under the glow. 💫
Dust off your ugliest, jingliest, most wonderfully Dust off your ugliest, jingliest, most wonderfully questionable sweater… it’s tiiiiiiiiiime. 🎄✨ The Ugly Sweater Wine Walk returns to the Riverwalk on December 20 from 2–5 PM! Sip, stroll, and show off your holiday flair at 15+ stops pouring seasonal cheer. 🍷 Tickets are available now, snag yours at the link in our bio!
This Small Business Saturday, shop small and local This Small Business Saturday, shop small and local in the Reno Riverwalk District! 🛍️✨ From unique Nevada pride gear at Home Means Nevada Co. to one-of-a-kind finds in our downtown boutiques, every purchase supports the heartbeat of our community. 💛
✨ Downtown Reno is lighting up the season! The Hol ✨ Downtown Reno is lighting up the season! The Holiday Lights Festival returns Nov 28–29 and Dec 5–6 from 4–9 PM and it’s completely free for everyone. Enjoy free train rides, free photos with Santa, free holiday movies, free entertainment, and even free booth spaces for artists and makers. 🎄✨ Stroll Virginia Street between Court and 4th as it transforms into a glittering winter wonderland. Plus, don’t miss the tree lighting ceremonies on Nov 28 & Dec 5 at 7 PM. Make a night of it with dinner, drinks, or dessert here in the Riverwalk District before or after the festivities! ❄️💫
Grillin’ your tacos con sabor for 11 WHOLE YEARS! Grillin’ your tacos con sabor for 11 WHOLE YEARS! 🌮🔥 At @antoniosreno in the Riverwalk District, it’s all about bold flavor, good vibes, and a little bit of love in every bite. Stop by and taste why this downtown gem stands out from the crowd and has been a local favorite for over a decade.
Sunday football + the Riverwalk District = the ult Sunday football + the Riverwalk District = the ultimate game plan. 🍻 Catch the game (and some killer deals) all day long: 🍺 $5 flagship beers at @brewerscabinet 🍔 Half-off smash burgers at @dubsreno 🍹 $6 Bloody Marys + $15 bottomless mimosas at @olebridgepub 🏈 Happy hour specials + bottomless mimosas at @birdeezreno 🎧 Food, drink specials, giveaways + DJs at @thespotreno Grab your crew, claim your spot, and make Sunday a win no matter who’s playing. 🙌
Don’t be a jive turkey, it’s almost time to wobble Don’t be a jive turkey, it’s almost time to wobble before you gobble! 🦃🍷 The Tipsy Turkey Wine Walk is tomorrow, Nov. 15 | 2–5 PM! Pre-sale runs until noon day-of, or snag your tickets at any start location. Let’s toast to fall, friends, and full glasses in the Riverwalk District. 🧡
🍺 Give a little, help a lot! 💛 The Brewer’s Cabine 🍺 Give a little, help a lot! 💛 The Brewer’s Cabinet is teaming up with the Food Bank of Northern Nevada to fight hunger and you can jump in to make a difference. Bring a non-perishable food item to either Brewer’s Cabinet location through Nov 26 and they’ll thank you with a FREE beer. 🥫✨
Honoring those who served. Thank you, veterans, to Honoring those who served. Thank you, veterans, today and every day. 🇺🇸
The flock’s all here! 🦃✨ Your Tipsy Turkey Wine Wa The flock’s all here! 🦃✨ Your Tipsy Turkey Wine Walk route includes these 15+ tasty stops ready to pour you a little pre-holiday joy: 🍷 5 Star Saloon 🍗 Birdeez – Raffle Location 🍷 Crafted Palette 🍷 Dubs Sports Lounge 🍷 Home Means Nevada Co. 🍷 Hookava 🚰 The Dispensary – Hydration Station 🍷 Liberty Food & Wine Exchange 🍷 Old Granite Street Eatery 🍷 Ole Bridge Pub 🍷 Our Bar 🍷 Reno Axe 🍷 Shim’s 🍷 Sierra Tap House 🍷 The DTension Bar 🍷 The Spot Grab your tickets at the link in bio, this lineup’s stuffed with fun. 🥂
Coffee meets creativity at Crafted Palette! 🎨☕ Cel Coffee meets creativity at Crafted Palette! 🎨☕ Celebrate National Cappuccino Day with a perfectly crafted cup that’s as beautiful as it is bold right here in the Riverwalk District.
Lunch goals = unlocked. 😋🍕 @dopo_pizzapasta is tak Lunch goals = unlocked. 😋🍕 @dopo_pizzapasta is taking things up a notch with their newest obsession, Panouzzo, the love child of a personal pizza and a panino. Made with type 00 organic flour, fermented for up to 72 hours, and stuffed with all the bold flavors you crave. Choose from six crave-worthy options (no subtlety here 😉) and enjoy lunch done right, Monday–Thursday, 11AM–3PM. Fair warning: once you try one, ordinary sandwiches just won’t cut it anymore.

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