InFERNo

Presented by the Fernley ACES

Date: March 28th/29th 2026
Location: Reno Fernley Raceway - 1965 S Hwy 95a, Fernley, NV 89408

Welcome to InFERNo — where Nevada’s high desert turns into a wasteland apocalypse of fire, metal and chaos. The community of Fernley gathers all their tumbleweeds to build one massive, roaring bonfire that lights up the night sky, accompanyed by blistering heavy metal rhythms.

Expect roaring engines, blazing performances, and a celebration of everything dusty, loud, and unrefined.

• Giant Tumbleweed Bonfire: Bring your own tumbleweeds and Fuel the Fire!
• Live Music: National headliners and local bands tearing up the stage.
• Rat Rod & Rustic Car Show: Rust-covered machines built for the apocalypse.
• Vendors, Food Trucks & Craft Brews: Fuel your engines and your appetite.
• Other activities :TBA

Fernley ACES (Arts & Culture Event Squad) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to building community through creativity, collaboration, and good old-fashioned desert weirdness.

The Nevada high desert weather is unpredictable and there is a chance of rain at any point throughout the year. It may be cold or even snowing on the day of the festival, we never know. InFERNo is a "rain or shine" event, we will not be cancelling for rain or mild weather issues. Be sure to dress for colder weather and if you are camping over night, make sure you will be warm enough. There are no refunds available if you choose not to attend due to weather.

This is an "all ages" show. However, it is not designed for kids, there won't be any kid-focused activities, and there isn't a discounted price for kid tickets. Also keep in mind it is a heavy metal festival where there will be a large crowd at the stage, and there is a potential for injury if you choose to bring your small children to the event or to the concert pit area. Please use discretion when deciding if you want to bring your children to the event, and remember that children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

InFERNo will feature a bonfire and fire-themed activities, which presents an inherant risk. The Fernley ACES has coordinated with the North Lyon Fire Department and all fire performances and burns will be supervised and permitted. Bring your spirit of chaos — but keep it safe, folks.

Info: We will open the gates on Friday from 4:00-10:00pm for any group with an Overnight Vehicle Pass to set up camp. This is provided as a courtesy for people to allow more flexibility on arrivals and to stagger entry to help control traffic. There may be some entertainment scheduled on Friday at 6:30pm. Bring food and drink for your group for Friday as there may not be food vendors on site yet.

Info: Gates are open for entry/exit from 10:00am to 10:00pm. The venue owners will not allow attendees to re-enter the venue after 10:00pm. If you leave the venue make sure you are back by 10:00pm or you will not be admitted back in, even with an Overnight Vehicle Pass.

Info: Entry for Sunday activities begins at 7:00am. If you did not camp overnight, or you left the venue on Saturday and did not return by 10:00pm, you can enter the venue after 7:00am on Sunday. All vehicles and attendees must vacate the venue by 1:00pm.

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