Monsieur Periné Asks You To Help Colombia
The Latin Grammy award winning band and 2026 Artown performer, Monsieur Periné, has taken to Instagram to ask for the public’s help after the devastating...
Chicano Band Ozomatli Brought Their High-Energy to Reno
Artown isn’t the only one celebrating 30 years in 2025. In the hopes to continue enhancing the Biggest Little City’s art scene and cultural appreciation,...
‘Alebrijes’ arrive in Reno to celebrate Artown’s 30th anniversary
Eight towering “alebrijes” sculptures have taken over downtown Reno as part of Artown’s 30th anniversary celebration. Standing at 22 feet tall, the colorful spirit animal...
Kantu Inka: Teaching Peruvian culture through music
For more than 20 years, a Peruvian-American couple has been teaching Peruvian culture in northern Nevada through a collection of Andean string, wind and percussion...
The return of Artown
With summertime in full swing, Reno’s beloved Artown festival is back for a 27th consecutive season which kicked off this past Friday, July 1. The...
Artown Offers Bilingual Programming for First Time
By Stephanie Serrano Sarah Perez is a dance instructor who teaches a handful of small children the traditional Hispanic dance Folklórico. “In Artown, I have...