City: Fallon, NV

Category: Annual Events & Festivals

Telephone: (775) 426-2550, (775) 423-4556

Description: The U.S. Navy really rolls out the carpet at this annual event at NAS Fallon. It’s such a great event for all ages that it just gets bigger and better every year. While it may seem strange to have such a naval presence in the middle of the desert, the Fallon air station has been a vital part of our nation’s defense since the 1940s. (See the Day Trips chapter for more about the base.) The air show features a variety of precision flying demonstrations, such as those put on by the Thunderbirds and Blue Angels, along with numerous static displays of aircraft and rescue equipment. One of the highlights of the show is the Wall of Fire, a simulated bombing run featuring impressive pyrotechnics. Parking and admission are free.Fallon is 60 miles east of Reno/Sparks. Take Interstate 80 east to Fernley, take the second exit, and look for signs to Alt. U.S. Highway 50 and Fallon. To get to the base, take U.S. Highway 95 south for about 5 miles to Union Lane, and then follow the signs.

City: Fallon, NV

Category: Parks & Recreation

Telephone: (775) 423-7483

Address: 2000 Airport Road

Description: Rattlesnake Raceway, located at Rattlesnake Hill in Fallon, offers mud-slinging action Saturday nights and occasional Sunday afternoons April through November. It’s the oldest operating oval dirt track in Nevada. The schedule varies, so call or visit their Web site for specifics. Racing fans can expect to pay about $8 for a night of racing that can include street stocks, bombers, and Gen X cars. Track modifications in 2005 increased the length, making the track run faster. To get to Fallon from Reno, take Interstate 80 east to exit 48 (East Fernley). Continue over the railroad overpass and turn left onto Alternate U.S. Highway 50 and follow the signs to Fallon.