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Wednesday October 29th
Midweek music just got better! Join us at The Tap Shack for an intimate evening with the Reckless Envy Duo, bringing their signature mix of rock, country, and high-energy performance to the patio.
Grab some tacos from Pancho’s Taco Truck starting at 6, then kick back with a cold drink and enjoy a night of great tunes at Carson City’s Music Mecca and 5-Star Dive Bar.
✨ The Tap Shack – Carson City’s Music Mecca & 5-Star Dive Bar 📍112 Rice Street (off N. Carson Street) 🌐 www.thetapshack.beer
Thursday October 30th
Warm up those vocal cords and bring your crew — it’s Kasual Karaoke night at The Tap Shack, Carson City’s 5-Star Dive Bar and Music Mecca!
Whether you’re a seasoned stage star or just here for the fun, our patio comes alive with laughter, music, and that one-of-a-kind Tap Shack vibe. Pair your performance with some seriously good eats from Smash’d & Loaded Food Truck, and make your Thursday night one to remember.
✨ The Tap Shack – Carson City’s Music Mecca & 5-Star Dive Bar 📍112 Rice Street (off N. Carson Street) 🌐 www.thetapshack.beer
Friday October 31st
Get into the Halloween spirit at The Tap Shack, Carson City’s Music Mecca and 5-Star Dive Bar!
Join us on the patio for our annual pumpkin carving party — a fun, casual morning filled with creativity, snacks, and plenty of fall vibes. Bring your own pumpkin or grab one of ours (while supplies last), and carve up something spooky, funny, or downright impressive.
Your masterpiece won’t just be for show — 🎃 Pumpkins will be judged later that night during our Halloween Bash & Nevada Day Kickoff Party!
So grab your friends, a pumpkin, and a drink, and let’s carve out some fun together at The Tap Shack!
📍 The Tap Shack – 112 Rice Street (off N. Carson Street) 🌐 www.thetapshack.beer
Friday October 31st
Bring your best costume and join us on Halloween!
Friday October 31st
Friday, October 31 | Parking Lot Party | Music @ 7PM Featuring Reckless Envy LIVE!
Carson City — it’s time to kick off Nevada Day weekend with a full-on Halloween takeover at The Tap Shack, your 5-Star Dive Bar and Music Mecca! 🕸️
We’re closing out October with a Parking Lot Party that’s equal parts spooky and rowdy — complete with live music from Reckless Envy, a costume contest with prizes, and enough cocktails and chaos to keep the spirits alive all night long.
🎸 Live Music: Reckless Envy brings their high-octane rock and country energy to our outdoor stage — the perfect soundtrack for a night of tricks, treats, and Tap Shack-style madness. 🎭 Costume Contest: Strut your spooky stuff and win!
Best Overall Costume 🏆
Best Duo/Group 👯
Scariest or Funniest 👻
🍔 Food Truck: Great eats and creepy cocktails to fuel your night. 💀 Vibe: Open-air party under the lights with your favorite locals, cold drinks, and that signature Tap Shack edge — because Halloween deserves a 5-Star Dive Bar.
So dress to kill, dance till the witching hour, and help us start Nevada Day weekend the only way we know how — loud, fun, and just a little reckless.
✨ The Tap Shack – Carson City’s Music Mecca & 5-Star Dive Bar 📍112 Rice Street (off N. Carson Street) 🌐 www.thetapshack.beer
Saturday November 1st
Giddy up, Carson City — it’s Nevada Day 2025, and The Tap Shack is the place to be! Watch the Wild West-themed Nevada Day Parade from the best seat in town — right from our parking lot at 1201 North Carson Street.
We’re serving up Bloody Marys, warm drinks, cold beer, and a full lineup of food trucks to keep the celebration rolling. Whether you bring your own chair or grab one of ours, you’ll have the perfect spot to enjoy the parade, the people, and that one-of-a-kind Tap Shack vibe.
🍔 Food Trucks 🍻 Beer Trailer & Bloody Mary Bar 🪑 Bring your own chairs or use ours
Kick off Nevada Day with The Tap Shack — Carson City’s 5-Star Dive Bar and Music Mecca, where the party doesn’t stop when the parade does!
📍 1201 North Carson Street 🌐 www.thetapshack.beer
Saturday November 1st
After the parade dust settles, the party keeps rolling at The Tap Shack — Carson City’s Music Mecca and 5-Star Dive Bar!
Join us for the Nevada Day After-Party on our patio with Audio Boxx, one of Northern Nevada’s favorite high-energy rock bands. These guys bring the hits, the harmonies, and the perfect post-parade party soundtrack.
Grab a drink, kick back under the lights, and celebrate the spirit of Nevada Day the Tap Shack way — with live music, good friends, and that unmatched dive-bar charm.
🍻 Cold Drinks | Hot Music | The Tap Shack Vibe
✨ The Tap Shack – Carson City’s Music Mecca & 5-Star Dive Bar 📍112 Rice Street (off N. Carson Street) 🌐 www.thetapshack.beer

Thursday November 27th
Bring your friends and family by on Thanksgiving Day for a celebratory feast!

Thursday December 25th
Happy Holidays to all of our fans! Join us with family and friends!

Wednesday December 31st
Celebrate the New Year with us and join us on New Year's Eve!

Saturday January 3rd
We just wanted to wish everyone happy MLK day!
Bring The Tap Shack to Your Next Party! We can cater alcohol at your next event.
With new owners and impressive upgrades, The Tap Shack is back! We are proud to be your neighborhood bar in Carson City and excited to combine delicious drinks and endless entertainment to bring you fun beyond compare.
Need the space for your event? Search no more we have our Outdoor Heated Patio that's perfect for you!
We offer fun options for gaming plus it's smoke-free! Come on in and join us today!
This is my type of place. Good beer and nice patio. Met a lot of nice people out there.
Friendly little neighborhood bar with an innovative owner who keeps it fun. Excellent live music the night we were there.
This place feels like home. Visiting from Australia and we had a great evening here!