Tours/Events
Murder Rides the Rails in Virginia City with “Handlebars & Homicide”
Three riding clubs, one historic train and a killer along for the ride in the Virginia & Truckee Railroad’s newest murder mystery
Virginia City
Virginia City
Miners’ Union Hall Approved for Nevada State Register
There is good news from Carson City today for an old brick building standing on B Street in Virginia City. On Sept. 11, the Nevada Board of Museums and History approved the Miners’ Union Hall for addition to the Nevada State Register of Historic Places, formally recognizing a building that
Virginia City
Divide Fitness Celebrates 10 Years in Business
Having a local gym provides the community with a more convenient option to make fitness part of their routine.
Virginia City
67 Years of a Crazy Comstock Tradition
Camels, ostriches, zebras, oh my! Virginia City hosted the 67th annual International Camel & Ostrich Races Sept. 11-13 at the VC Fairgrounds. There were a wide variety of food vendors, crafters, face painting, and mix of everything else for guests to enjoy. According to Virginia City Tourism Commission, the
History
A Weekend of Living History
Virginia City stepped back in time over Labor Day weekend as Heritage Civil War Days and Battle Trains returned to the Comstock, bringing history to life through the dedication of dozens of volunteer reenactors and the enthusiasm of visitors from near and far. Throughout the weekend, the Comstock Civil War
Tours/Events
Cast Your Vote: Cinema on the Comstock
What should we watch for Cinema on the Comstock on Thursday, Sept. 17? Cast your vote for what movie to play at our free community event, sponsored by the Bucket of Blood Saloon. After the community votes, join us to watch! This is a free event, open to the community
History
Storey County Commissioners Support Miners’ Union Hall State Register Nomination
The effort to secure individual historic recognition for Virginia City’s Miners’ Union Hall received an important show of local support on Sept. 1, 2026, when the Storey County Board of County Commissioners approved a letter supporting the Hall’s nomination to the Nevada State Register of Historic Places. The
Tours/Events
67th Annual International Camel & Ostrich Races Return Sept. 11-13
Three-day event features four race shows, Hot Camel Nights, Camel Hump, Family Day and plenty of opportunities to explore Virginia City
Tours/Events
Swing Dance Returns to the Historic Fourth Ward School Museum
via Historic Fourth Ward School Museum & Archives Virginia City, NV — Get ready to step back in time as Reno Swings! returns to the Historic Fourth Ward School Museum on Saturday, Sept. 26 for an evening of swing dancing, vintage music, and old-fashioned fun on the school's
Local Business
Virginia City Facade Grant Deadline Extended
Virginia City Main Street has an important update regarding the 2026 Facade Improvement Grant Program. Due to a change in administration at the Historic District Office, the application deadline has been extended to Oct. 1, 2026. That means there is still time for eligible Virginia City property owners and business
History
Virginia City School Day & Civil War Days Returns
via Comstock Civil War Reenactors The Virginia City Civil War Days kicks off with a specialized School Day on Friday, Sept. 4, prior to the main weekend event. Geared toward local students and homeschoolers, this educational day transforms Miner’s Park into an 1860s living history camp, offering interactive stations,
Education
Beam and Tree Topping Ceremony Marks Milestone for New SCSD School
Storey County School District (SCSD), in partnership with Miles Construction, celebrated a major milestone in the construction of the new Virginia City Combined K-8 School on Thursday, Aug. 20. The construction team placed one of the final structural beams on the new building, along with a traditional evergreen tree