We are starting to get all riled up for one of Ely’s most exciting traditions — the White Pine County Fair and Horse Races. The event returns after a year off and we can’t wait! Whether you wear a cowboy hat or a Kentucky derby hat, you’ll feel right at home at this three-day event where even visitors are treated like locals. The fair is a throwback to simpler times, where the community gathers together for fun and games. The event includes three days of live music, a volunteer firefighter barbecue, arts and crafts market, 4H exhibits, livestock auctions and a rodeo. Many of the livestock available were raised by local Ely students, who use the proceeds to benefit their college funds. Also for the first time this year, in grand Ely fashion, the fair will feature a full fireworks show to close out the weekend.

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Experience a marvelous western sunset and watch the stars come out while enjoying a relaxing train ride in Nevada's high desert country. The train takes you out into the desert, above Steptoe Valley, giving you a wonderful panoramic view of the sunset. On the return trip, enjoy looking up at the stars, as they come out in the heavens above. This area has one of the darkest skies in the lower 48 states. Weather permitting, you should be able to clearly see the heavens with your naked eye. Bring your smartphone to help orient you to the night sky. During the trip, enjoy a sparkly glass of champagne, included with your ticket fare. Please note, we do not bring telescopes on this train. This is a celestial tour of the constellations while enjoying the night skies. For more information, visit nnry.com.

This Northern Nevada favorite is the longest running agriculture event in Nevada and features the sweet, renowned juicy Heart-of-Gold cantaloupe grown in Fallon. Families from around the region come out to the Churchill County Fairgrounds for food, crafts, carnival rides, children's activities, country fair games and more.Read more or visit falloncantaloupefestival.com

The Eureka County Fair and Rodeo will be held on August 3-9. Live bands, dance, 4-H open show, livestock shows and sale, team roping, bull riding, saddle bronc, mud volley ball, youth rough stock, horseshoe tournament, bounce houses, stock dog trials, greased pig contest, exhibit hall, food, and much more. Read more or visit co.eureka.nv.us/fair.htm

DAYTON

Dayton Valley Days is a two-day outdoor street festival where people from Dayton Valley and the surrounding areas can come together to enjoy the historic downtown area.Dayton Valley Days are packed full of fun activities: Pancake Breakfast, Silent Auction, Gold Panning, Kids Zone (Games & Bounce House, Pinewood Derby Car), Street Festival, Tours, Craft & Food Booths, Entertainment, and Pet Parade.

Various craft and food booths will line Pike Street in downtown Dayton for visitors to enjoy. Live Entertainment, Silent Auction, Pet Parade on Sunday, and much more! Read more or visit daytonvalleydays.org