Under The Arch Madness
Thursday, October 15, 2026 · 5:30 PM PDT · Reno Arch · Reno, NV
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Downtown Reno will be buzzing with basketball, entertainment and community spirit as the Downtown Reno Partnership and the men’s and women’s basketball teams of Nevada Athletics will host Under the Arch Madness under the iconic Reno Arch on October 15. The free community event will take place on Thursday, October 15 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. beneath the Reno Arch, bringing fans of all ages together for an evening celebrating the energy of Downtown Reno and Nevada basketball ahead of its 2026-27 season. Under the Arch Madness will feature plenty of on-court excitement as well as activities and giveaways for attendees including: Shooting and three-point contests with the men’s and women’s team’s as well as student, fan and media participation. Please note the team’s programming will take place from 6:30 – 7:30 pm. Performances by the Nevada Athletics Band, cheerleaders and mascots Hear from President Brian Sandoval, Athletics Director Stephanie Rempe, Reno City Mayor Hillary Schieve and get to know the 2026-27 teams A post-event team autograph session with a limited-edition event poster A free ticket per attendee to the exhibition men’s basketball game on October 17 versus Utah Food and drink vendors, student DJs and a kids zone inside Locomotion Plaza Giveaways throughout the evening including prizes for best dressed in Wolf Pack gear and best howling kid Post-event photos on the court under the Reno Arch “Events like this are a great example of what happens when our downtown community and the University of Nevada come together,” said Neoma Jardon, Executive Director of the Downtown Reno Partnership. “Bringing Wolf Pack basketball and the energy of the university right under the Reno Arch creates a uniquely Reno experience and one that gives students, residents and visitors another reason to gather downtown, support local businesses and celebrate the connection between our city and its university.” “The Under the Arch Madness event will be an incredible…
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