FAQ & VISITOR INFORMATION
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Yes! The Reno Antique Faire features a rotating lineup of local food trucks and vendors serving everything from snacks to full meals. You’ll also find beverages available, including beer, cocktails, and non-alcoholic options. Come hungry — we've got you covered.
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Parking is easy and free on Sundays! Options include:
Club Neva Parking Stadium Garage
El Dorado Parking Garage
Silver Legacy Parking Garage
All metered street parking in Downtown Reno is also free on Sundays.
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The Reno Antique Faire takes place from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on the third Sunday of each month, April through November.
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Yes! Well-behaved dogs are welcome. Just keep them leashed, and please clean up after them.
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Absolutely nothing! The Reno Antique Faire is free and open to the public. No tickets or reservations needed — just show up and enjoy.
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The Faire takes place in Downtown Reno, Nevada, spanning North Virginia Street from 1st to 4th Street, including Locomotion Plaza beneath the iconic Reno Arch.
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Yes. Enjoy a variety of local food and beverage vendors serving coffee, snacks, meals, desserts, and refreshing drinks throughout the event.
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The Reno Antique Faire features 150 antique and vintage vendors each month.
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You'll discover antiques, vintage clothing, furniture, art, jewelry, vinyl records, advertising, glassware, architectural salvage, books, collectibles, and countless one-of-a-kind treasures. Inventory changes every month, so every visit is different.
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Absolutely! The Reno Antique Faire is designed for visitors of all ages and is a great way to spend the day exploring Downtown Reno.
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Yes. The event is held rain or shine unless weather conditions create an unsafe environment. Torrential downpours or high winds would be causes for a cancelation. This would be announced on the homepage of the website if so.
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Payment methods vary by vendor. Many accept credit cards and digital payments, but we recommend bringing cash just in case.
ATMS are available in near by and surrounding casinos, hotels and storefronts.
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Yes. Several ATMs are located within walking distance of the event in Downtown Reno.
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Yes. Public restrooms are available within the event area, located inside Locomotion Plaza as well as at nearby Downtown businesses. Please see map for details.
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Yes. The Reno Antique Faire is held on paved city streets and sidewalks, making it accessible for wheelchairs and strollers.
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Yes. You're welcome to bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages, although we encourage supporting our local food vendors.
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No. Smoking, vaping, and cannabis use are not permitted within the event footprint.
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Yes. Umbrella covered tables and chairs along with many other lounging chairs are located in Locomotion Plaza, the center of the event. Many nearby restaurants and cafés also offer places to relax.
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Comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, water, reusable shopping bags or a wagon for larger purchases, and a sense of adventure—you never know what treasure you'll find!
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Visit the Vendor section of our website to learn about eligibility, booth options, pricing, and to apply for an upcoming event.
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Follow us on social media or sign up for our newsletter to receive event updates, vendor announcements, and important information throughout the season.
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The Reno Antique Faire is curated to feature items that are generally 25 years or older, with antiques traditionally being 100 years or older. Our focus is on authentic vintage and antique goods.
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Handmade items are generally not permitted. Limited exceptions may be made for items created entirely from vintage or antique materials and approved through our vendor application process.
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Yes. While many of our vendors return each month, others rotate throughout the season, and every vendor brings new inventory. No two fairs are ever the same.
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Absolutely! Wagons and rolling carts are a great way to transport larger purchases while you continue shopping.
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Many vendors are happy to hold large items until you're ready to leave. If you purchase furniture or oversized pieces, simply coordinate with the vendor to arrange pickup before the event ends.
Reno's first outdoor antique faire
Held in the heart of Downtown Reno, the Reno Antique Faire transforms North Virginia Street into a vibrant open-air marketplace on the third Sunday of each month, April through November. Spanning North Virginia Street from 1st to 4th Street and including Locomotion Plaza beneath the iconic Reno Arch, the Faire features more than 150 vendors offering antiques, vintage goods, collectibles, jewelry, clothing, art, furniture, vinyl records, and countless one-of-a-kind finds—all with free admission.
Our Mission
The Reno Antique Faire exists to celebrate the history, craftsmanship, and stories behind antique and vintage items while creating a welcoming community for collectors, small businesses, and curious shoppers alike. We believe that preserving the past is one of the most sustainable ways to shop, giving quality pieces a second life instead of sending them to landfills. Our goal is to support independent vendors, inspire future generations to appreciate antiques and vintage, and create an event where history, sustainability, and community come together in the heart of Downtown Reno.ocated in Downtown Reno, Nevada, the Faire kicks off at Locomotion Plaza, just past the historic Reno Arch. Vendors will line Virginia Street, stretching from 1st to 4th, creating a vibrant marketplace filled with antiques and vintage treasures.
Event Location Address
301 N Virginia Street
Reno, NV 89501