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Art in the Parks is an opportunity for artists of all ages and skill levels to perform, display and sell works of art they created with no purpose other than to be expressive in all of Reno’s parks.  

Learn more about participating in Art in the Parks through the program guidelines, click the link below to reserve a City of Reno provided display. 

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Art in the Parks frequently asked questions:

Art in the Parks is a City of Reno program that invites artists of all ages and skill levels to perform, display and sell works of art they created with no purpose other than to be expressive in all of Reno’s parks with no fee or permit required. The program is intended to activate public spaces while ensuring public safety and accessibility.

This program is in accordance with First Amendment protections put forth in Nevada State Assembly Bill 351 and the ruling White v. City of Sparks, 500 F.3d 953 (9th Cir. 2007).  

Through our Summer 2026 pilot, artists can reserve a space to display original expressive work on provided outdoor mesh panel displays for the day at different parks throughout the city. Artists are also able to display their work with their own displays in any City of Reno public park during open hours. 

No.  Artists may display and sell their artwork in any City of Reno park without a permit or fee.
Yes. Artists may bring their own easels, A‑frames, umbrellas for shade, pegboard displays, or similar low‑impact structures. 
• Avoid blocking walkways. 
• Do not place displays in flower beds or restricted landscaped areas. 
• Tents/pop‑ups require prior coordination with Parks & Rec and must be weighted (no staking into the ground). 
Yes, artist can display and sell artwork that is by the artist that created it and has no other purpose than be expressive. 

Examples allowed: paintings, drawings, prints, sculpture, non‑functional art objects.  

Examples not allowed: clothing, functional wood and metal work, jewelry, food or merchandise including vendors of resale merchandise. 
You may set up on grass or paved areas so long as: 
• You are not blocking public access. 
• You follow park rules. 
• Your display is safely weighted and stable against wind. 
Yes. Musicians, dancers and theater groups are welcome to perform in any City of Reno park as part of Art in the Park. Performances must be compliant with City of Reno noise regulations (Reno Municipal Code Chapter 8.04). 

No permit or reservation is required for performances.