16 Best Things to Do in Sparks, Nevada

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The Outlets at Legends Sparks provides tourists and local residents alike with plenty of opportunities to shop, offering more affordable prices on a wide variety of big name brands. The upscale outlet mall is owned and operated by RED Development and is home to nearly fifty restaurants and retailers, anchored by the world’s largest all sport store, Scheels All Sports, as well as Target, Lowes, and Best Buy. The Outlets at Legends Sparks shopping center is also home to the only IMAX theater in the area of Reno, Nevada. Restaurants at Legends include Blaze Pizza, Great Full Gardens, and Grimaldi’s Pizzeria.

1310 Scheels Drive, Sparks, NV 89434, Phone: 775-358-3800

© Nugget Casino Resort

The Nugget Casino Resort in downtown Sparks, Nevada is a casino and hotel operated by the Marnell Gaming company. The main part of the Nugget Casino is made up of two towers measuring twenty-nine stories tall, nestled between the Union Pacific rail yard and Interstate 80 at Victorian Square. The destination casino provides 24-hour gaming, such as a Poker Room, specialty table games, craps, roulette, and blackjack. There’s also a Bingo Hall, Keno, video poker, slots, and full-service Sports Book. In addition to gaming, the Nugget Casino Resort also offers eight award-winning restaurants, including quick meals, a buffet, and fine dining.

1100 Nugget Ave, Sparks, NV 89431, Phone: 775-356-3300

© Revision Brewing Company

Revision Brewing Company is a craft brewery in Sparks, Nevada that gets its name from the mindset of being in a state of perpetual growth. Along with several prominently hop-forward brews, Revision Brewing Company also produces a number of seasonal, non-hoppy beers, such as lagers, red ales, stouts, and barrel-aged offerings. Visitors can sample a wide range of beer styles in the temperature-regulated taproom or over in the warehouse side of the brewery where several games can be played, such as pool, giant Connect Four, bag toss, and foosball, surrounded by brewery operations.

380 S Rock Blvd, Sparks, NV 89431, Phone: 775-331-2739

© Sparks Heritage Museum

The Sparks Heritage Museum shares the story of how the town of Sparks, Nevada got its start, as well as the rich history of the rest of the state. Visitors can learn more about the Truckee Meadows and Sparks, as well as look at many different artifacts, printed materials, and photographs from several eras of the region’s history. Items in the museum collection are rotated in the permanent exhibits to provide guests with a chance to see different artifacts during each visit. Along with the indoor galleries, the Sparks Heritage Museum also displays items in outdoor exhibits in two adjacent parks.

814 Victorian Ave, Sparks, NV 89431, Phone: 775-355-1144

© Rail City Casino

When most people think of the state of Nevada, they think of casinos and gambling, and the town of Sparks is no exception. The Rail City Casino provides guests with plenty of opportunities for gaming and gambling, including all the billiards and slots imaginable. In addition to games, of chance, the Rail City Casino includes several restaurants in case visitors get hungry while gambling. The Cafe serves a seemingly endless menu for all day dining, while the Ale House offers signature beers and hearty dishes. The casino also has an all-you-can-eat buffet for guests who are especially hungry.

2121 Victorian Ave, Sparks, NV 89431, Phone: 775-359-9440

© Seven Troughs Distilling Co

The Seven Troughs Distilling Company in Sparks, Nevada is a craft distillery that focuses on producing high quality spirits through using local ingredients. The spirits produced at Seven Troughs are created from locally made products and produced in only small batches to better ensure the quality of the spirits, with each one having a rich and complex story that backs up their unique flavor. Visitors to Sparks wanting to sample some of the products of the Seven Troughs Distilling Company can stop by the Tasting Room on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, and possibly as for a tour of the distillery.

1155 Watson Way, Sparks, NV 89431, Phone: 775-525-9350

© BJ's Nevada Barbecue Company

BJ's Nevada Barbecue Company has been a part of the Sparks, Nevada for more than thirty years and is a popular dining joint among both visitors and local residents alike. Founded in 1986, the family-owned and operated barbecue restaurant loves and supports the local community of Truckee Meadows and strives to provide the best barbecue in the area, offering Louisiana hotlink, pulled pork, smoked chicken, beef brisket, and pork ribs with their own award-winning barbecue sauces, as well as their famous signature Kick-Ass Fries. The BJ's Nevada Barbecue Company also serves a daily breakfast featuring Southern classics.

80 E Victorian Ave, Sparks, NV 89431, Phone: 775-355-1010

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Established in 1999 and open every day of the week, Peg's Glorified Ham n Eggs is a family-owned and operated local restaurant in the Sparks community that has been voted as offering the “Best Breakfast” by local residents, as well as voted by the Esquire Magazine as the “Best Breakfast in America.” Today, the restaurant has expanded to include multiple locations throughout Northern Nevada, as well as California, but all of the Peg's Glorified Ham n Eggs still remain family-owned and operated and carry on the original family tradition of “Peg’s” and “Pops” of providing “egg-cellent” service and “glorified” food.

1495 E. Prater Way, Sparks, NV 89434, Phone: 775-331-3388

© Pietro's Famiglia

Pietro's Famiglia is a family-owned and operated restaurant that first opened its doors in Sparks, Nevada in 2005, providing the community with authentic Italian cuisine. The menu features soups, salads, appetizers, a variety of entrees, and of course, pasta. In addition to authentic Italian dishes, Pietro’s Famiglia also offers specialty wines that pair well with the menu offerings, with wines ranging from Italy to the Napa Valley. The restaurant is open for dinner from 5:00pm until 9:00pm every day of the week with the exception of Mondays. Reservations at Pietro's Famiglia are recommended for Fridays and Saturdays.

834 Victorian Ave, Sparks, NV 89523, Phone: 775-355-7557

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Niko’s Greek Kitchen was established in the Spanish Springs area of Sparks, Nevada in October of 2015 by the husband-and-wife team of Nikos and Jacqui. The couple opened the restaurant with a desire to offer their customers delicious and authentic Greek-inspired cuisine every day of the week. One thing to note is that the restaurant is small with limited seating, however, the popular opinion is that the food is worth the wait.

171 Disc Dr, Sparks, NV 89436, Phone: 775-499-5777

© The Generator

The Generator is a unique place in Sparks, Nevada with a goal of continuously building a creative community by providing a supportive and safe space where people are able to gather and share knowledge, work on innovative projects, follow their curiosities, and explore interests. It serves as an accepting and open environment where everyone is welcome no matter what their experience, education, skills, or background may be. The Generator’s new hub in Sparks features a maker space for innovation, flexible tech workspaces, beverage and food options, artist studios, and more. Resources and skills are provided on an individual level.

2450 Oddie Blvd in Sparks, NV, 775-360-6740

© Great Basin Brewery

Great Basin Brewery boasts that it has won the most awards of any brewery in the state of Nevada. This small-batch pilot brewery in Sparks, Nevada first opened its doors in 1993 and offers meals designed to pair well with their wide array of styles of beer that are sure to delight those who love craft beers. Dog-friendly outdoor dining is available during the warmer part of the year.

846 Victorian Ave, Sparks, NV 89431, 775-355-7711

© Western Village

Western Village is a popular spot among locals in Sparks, Nevada, located only minutes away from downtown Reno. Situated in the heart of town at the marina’s edge, Western Village mixes a winning environment, friendly atmosphere, and excellent service with casual elegance. This local hotspot features table games, almost eight hundred slot machines, a gift shop, free wireless internet, and much more. Four different bars provide a unique perspective of the casino. Guests can sit in the middle of all the action at Western Village’s Casino Bar or enjoy the view while sipping a beer at the Poker Bar.

815 Nichols Blvd, Sparks, NV 89434, 775-331-1069

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Sparks Marina Park features sandy beaches, trees, and walking paths that surround a lake spanning across seventy-seven acres. A great spot for an outing with family or friends in Sparks, Nevada, the park offers a variety of amenities, such as special events, picnic areas, playgrounds, volleyball courts, a dog park, and a concession stand during the summer season. The marina contains a naturally occurring aquifer that supplies the lake at the Sparks Marina Park with around two to three million gallons of water fresh daily, which provides even more recreational opportunities like boating, fishing, swimming, sailing, and windsurfing.

300 Howard Dr, Sparks, NV 89434, 775-353-2376

© Wild Island Family Adventure Park

Boasting itself as Nevada’s only waterpark, Wild Island Family Adventure Park is open on a seasonal basis and is home to an array of different attractions and water for people of all ages. Younger guests can play in the Little Lagoon with its kiddie water slides, while thrill-seeking visitors can take on the high-speed Red Viper body slide or the giant bowl tube ride known as Eye of the Dragon. There’s also the Bahama Mama lazy river and the Montego Bay wave pool. In addition to water rides, Wild Island also consists of a bowling alley, miniature golf, and go-karts.

250 Wild Island Ct, Sparks, NV 89434, 775-359-2927

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Axe and Throw is a popular recreation destination in the Reno, Nevada area, a unique place where guests can safely throw sharp axes at wooden targets in the cages measuring fourteen feet in length. The facility also has eight digital lanes featuring projector-based targets, offering a variety of target options and interactive games. While throwing axes may sound dangerous, the experts at Axe and Throw guide customers through a safety training that teaches them everything they need to know to have a safe and fun experience. Private Axe Throwing is also available for thirty or sixty-minute sessions.

1310 Scheels Drive Suite C-148, Sparks, NV 89434, 775-433-1400