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This Saturday, Dec. 7,Virginia City kicks off its annual holiday tradition, Christmas on the Comstock. Just 25 miles from Reno, the town boasts the Parade of Lights, a country Christmas concert and Breakfast with Father Christmas. The festivities continue throughout the month with unique gifts and boutique holiday shopping at local merchants.
Breakfast with Father Christmas – Dec. 7, 9 – 11 a.m.
Join Father Christmas for breakfast, photos and a chance to share Christmas wishes at Piper’s Opera House. Price: Adults $10, Kids $8.
The Candy Cane Express Trains – Nov. 29-30 and Dec. 7-8, 14-15, two departures daily, noon and 2 p.m.
Create holiday memories aboard the Candy Cane Express Holiday Train on the famous Virginia & Truckee Railroad. Delight with visits from the Candy Cane Sisters while sipping hot chocolate and spiced apple cider and enjoying delicious cookies and candy canes. Price: $14 adults, $7 children, ages 2 and under free. Purchase tickets online.
Christmas Movies at Piper’s Opera House Dec. 7, noon – 4 p.m.
Bring the kids to watch classic Christmas movies at the historic Piper’s Opera House before the Parade of Lights. Price: FREE.
Christmas on the Comstock Parade of Lights – Dec. 7, 5 p.m.
Bundle up and gather along C Street for Virginia City’s only evening parade and watch as the town lights up with Christmas cheer. Price: FREE.
Christmas in the Sierra – Concert with David John & The Comstock Cowboys, Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m.
Bring your cowboy boots and Santa hat to this boot-stomping good time with David John and the Comstock Cowboys for a country Christmas concert at Piper’s Opera House. Buy your tickets in advance online. Price: $25.
Photos with Father Christmas – Saturdays and Sundays beginning Nov. 29 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Stop by the Virginia City Visitors Center at 86 South C St. to meet Father Christmas and create a holiday memory. Call 775-847-7500 for more information.
Virginia City Merchant Christmas Gift Giveaway, Dec. 7 – 30, merchant business hours vary.
Pick up a lucky number card at Forever Christmas, The Mark Twain Museum or the Visitor Center for a chance to win one of 2,000 free gifts at over 20 participating merchants. Price: FREE.
Gingerbread Social and Charity Auction – Dec. 8, 5 p.m.
Enter your gingerbread creation for a chance to win fabulous prizes at Piper’s Opera House. Price: FREE.
To purchase tickets and for more information on Christmas on the Comstock events taking place in Virginia City, Nev., visit online or call the Virginia City Tourism Commission at 775-847-7500.
A short 30-minute drive from the Reno-Tahoe International Airport takes visitors to one of the largest historic districts in the Unites States—Virginia City, Nev. Come experience this mining “boomtown” as it was in the 1800s. Step back in time while visiting the numerous historic buildings, saloons, churches and museums or take a mine tour or even ride a real steam train. The Comstock Adventure Passes offer the best value with discounted attraction packages. For lodging, event calendar or Comstock Adventure Passes, visit online or call 775-847-7500. The Visitor Information Center is at 86 South C St., Virginia City.
