Community Calendar

Reno Pops Orchestra Presents: “Be Our Guest” – A Fundraising Dinner with Music, Local Chefs, and Auctions
Reno, NV – The Reno Pops Orchestra invites the community to an unforgettable evening of music, culinary delight, and celebration at “Be Our Guest,” on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM, at the Reno Elks Lodge.
All proceeds go to supporting the Reno Pops Orchestra nonprofit—an organization dedicated to bringing great music from different time periods, genres, and cultures to our community for free.
A gourmet served buffet dinner will be created by celebrated local chefs Jonathan Chapin and Daryl Butterfield, featuring:
• Mixed green salad with veggies and fruit
• Caramelized onion blue cheese vinaigrette or summer vinaigrette
• Rosemary-seasoned roasted potatoes
• Summer squash medley
• Pork loin with apricot butter glaze and au jus
• Seared chicken bites with honey-strawberry glaze, served with rice
• Apple crisp dessert
Guests will also enjoy live and silent auctions, featuring items such as a Professional Chef 5-Course Dinner for 8, a Wine Tasting for up to 20 people from Total Wine & More, and many more!
The evening will include a live performance from the Reno Pops Orchestra, conducted by Dr. Jane K. Brown.
Don’t miss out—order now!
Reserve a full table of 8 to enjoy a designated seating area with your group.
Paying by check helps us avoid a 4.5% processing fee and ensures more of your support goes directly to the event.

Get your tickets by August 30th

Activities 10:00 AM, Concert 11:00 AM

Free Family Concert - Wiggles Welcome!

Explore the great state that we call home – through music! Featuring the beloved state song Home Means Nevada, the playful excitement of The Thrill of the Orchestra, and the toe-tapping energy of Rodeo-Hoedown and Orange Blossom Special, this engaging program is perfect for young listeners. Experience the rich cultural sounds of Nevada with a traditional Paiute Pine Nut Circle Song performed by Michelle McCaule and the dynamic rhythms of Las Chiapanecas. With lively music, interactive moments, and a welcoming atmosphere, this concert is the perfect way to spark a lifelong love of music in kids of all ages!

The concert is 1 hr. No advance ticket reservation is required.

Lobby Activities: Enjoy special activities for children on the plaza and in the concert hall lobbies related to the theme of the concert, including a coloring station, craft station, and more. Activities take place from 10:00 AM - 10:55 AM for 11:00 AM concertgoers.

Registration 8:30 AM, Shotgun Start 10:00 AM

Enjoy a beautiful day at Somersett Golf & Country Club, live music, and unexpected surprises on the course. The scramble begins with a shotgun start; golfers can expect a delicious breakfast, lunch, libations, and an afternoon reception following play. Proceeds from the tournament support the Reno Phil & ensure we have a community with a thriving music scene.

Showtime: Doors 6:00 pm, Concert 7:00 pm

Fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles... Experience this all-time favorite as never before, with the Reno Phil performing composer Mark Knopfler’s unforgettable score in special, new arrangements for symphony orchestra! Directed by Rob Reiner, The Princess Bride features the all-star cast you know and love including Wallace Shwan, Cary Elwes, Mandy Patinkin, Billy Crystal, Carol Kane, Fred Savage, and Andre the Giant. Missing this cinematic concert experience would be inconceivable!

This film is rated PG. Parental guidance suggested – Some material may not be suitable for children.

© The Princess Bride Ltd. All rights reserved.

This second added show of The Princess Bride on Tuesday, September 23 features the film with live orchestra ONLY. If interested in the Cordillera Film Festival kick-off event with panel Q&A, please purchase tickets for the Wednesday, September 24 show time.

Showtime: Doors 5:00 PM, Concert 6:00 PM

Fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles... Experience this all-time favorite as never before, with the Reno Phil performing composer Mark Knopfler’s unforgettable score in special, new arrangements for symphony orchestra! Directed by Rob Reiner, The Princess Bride features the all-star cast you know and love including Wallace Shwan, Cary Elwes, Mandy Patinkin, Billy Crystal, Carol Kane, Fred Savage, and Andre the Giant. Missing this cinematic concert experience would be inconceivable!

This film is rated PG. Parental guidance suggested – Some material may not be suitable for children.

© The Princess Bride Ltd. All rights reserved.

As the official kick-off event for the 2025 Cordillera Film Festival, the concert will feature a live panel following the film with actors from the film. Starting at approximately 8:00 PM - included with your ticket purchase.

Cars fly, trees fight back, and monsters are on the loose in Harry’s second year at Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! This concert features the film Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™ in high-definition on a giant screen, while the Reno Phil orchestra performs John Williams’s unforgettable score. Relive every magical moment as the music brings life to a story that has enchanted the world.

All characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR.

Cars fly, trees fight back, and monsters are on the loose in Harry’s second year at Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! This concert features the film Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™ in high-definition on a giant screen, while the Reno Phil orchestra performs John Williams’s unforgettable score. Relive every magical moment as the music brings life to a story that has enchanted the world.

All characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR.