Gayle, Jim, Marti, and I took this most enjoyable walking tour yesterday on a nice warm Sunday afternoon. The tour started with the lower level of the Renaissance Hotel (who provided water and a snack) for a introduction, a historical set-up (in costume) and fun "throw the cards" warm-up. Once outside (fully masked) and "on the road", our tour stops included the old Post Office/West Elm, the Reno Courthouse, the Virginia Street Bridge, Space Whale/Site of old Mapes Hotel, Old Riverside Hotel, one of Reno's historic old Alleys, and Belle Island. In between were stories of hangings, rings thrown from the bridge, missing person/mob hits, possible prohibition liquor runs through alleged tunnels, and of course the church where the finale of Sister Act was filmed. There were also magic tricks, bad jokes, a look up in the sky gag for tour add-ons, a fake birthday song tribute to a surprised restaurant patron, and a very enjoyable and interactive outdoor experience. The expedition ended back at the hotel with a ring magic trick, a bit historical letter reveal, and appreciation for a job well done. This expedition actually left me with wanting more in terms of local historical tidbits and stories. Maybe sometime post-COVID, a longer and smaller attended walking tour would be "in the cards". In the meantime, please buy a ticket to the Weird Reno walking tour and thank you Kalin, Jinger, Jacques, and family for a bringing a little welcome joy to such a challenging time. Sincerely - Shorty read more

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True magic from beginning to end! Very interactive with the audience and I know some of us left wondering- how did they do that? I like how they integrated past, present and future. It was nice to experience something new and much needed in a long time. I definitely recommend getting tickets. We were laughing throughout the tour. So much history of which I learned about that I had no idea.., which left me truly inspired. I'll keep an eye out as I overheard there would be special events around Halloween and the holidays yay! It was a great Saturday in which we were enchanted, outdoors and walking triple points. Even celebrating someone's birthday! If I have friends come from out of town I'll be sure to let them know to check out Weird Reno! read more

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Way to keep a crowd entertained! The hosts were fun and the tour was very entertaining. It is definitely a very unique experience; that mixes illusionism, magic and historic tour. read more

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Let's start out by saying that staff and presenters were well prepared and knew their stuff. They've been waiting awhile to do these events again. Good for your team to get back out there! I couldn't set up my appointment for Yelp Elite as there was no space for the promo code, nor were dates specified. Given that we paid a regular amount for the tour, we can review things as they stand. It's important to note that more than half the attendees on this tour were friends of each other who had signed up together. What was unfortunate was that some in that party were either inebriated or simply behaving badly. This was a Sunday afternoon. The tour was interesting and pointed out scenic sights with noted history. The tour itself would be very acceptable. In light of the fact that this is pre-Yelp Elite, we have a few suggestions in preparation for the Yelp events: 1. Consider updating some language used during the tour such as perhaps omitting the comment about 'swinging both ways.' It's pride month, for goodness sake; 2. Staff should have set strategies for dealing with unruly tour group members (who may make the experience unpleasant for other customers); and 3. Avoid commenting that we should be 'tolerant' of unfortunates on the street. The behavior of some tour members was worse than that of any 'unfortunate' on the street. Perhaps, we should be empathetic to those less fortunate. Overall, this was a great warm up to the Yelp events. Thank you for the opportunity to comment. read more

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Okay 10/10 would do again! I imagine while the base script is the same the interactive parts make each show a bit different. I am definitely arranging my work people to come and any visitors to try this out. Humor, history, and magic... not to emotion u get a good 3k steps in walking off and on downtown in an hours time. So much I could say but I don't want to give away the show... definitely something to try. My contribution was I got to name the space whale downtown "Socks" after my cat... (spacewhale gets a new name every show)... and let me tell you... you get multiple surprises when they close out the show. The show starts with an interactive surprise. And ends with 2... what are they? You will have to go and find out... read more

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Pretty fun for something weird and different to do in Reno. We showed up a bit late since we lost track of time and walked from 10 Torr. We still got to sit at a table for a couple minutes, listen to the rundown, grab our trail mix, water, and cards before strolling the streets and alleyways of downtown Reno. The whole concept from beginning to end was totally entertaining. This wasn't too long of a tour and we didn't walk too far, but I recommend wearing comfier shoes other than dressy sandals (my fault). When we returned to the lower level of the Renaissance hotel where we started out, the final bit pulled it all together and everyone's jaws dropped. SUPERkalifragilistikexpialigetisch! read more

Thank you to Yelp for the opportunity to experience Weird Reno! When I told my husband we were going to do a historical walking tour of downtown, he was like, "Umm why can't we just walk around ourselves?" (Okay wet blanket....) But I suppose, a valid question. With that in mind, we had semi-low expectations going in, but I'm happy to say we left with a completely different outlook and had a great time! Our hosts were engaging, and we really enjoyed learning some cool facts and exploring lesser known parts of the city. I wish there were a bit more tidbits and facts though! Additionally, the magic was very cool, throughout the tour and to close the show. We got to be involved in a couple of the tricks and grand finale too, so I think that made everything even more enjoyable! Won't go into too much detail though, as I don't wait to spoil it for others :) The tour we were on also had a very large group, with some intoxicated members that were... outspoken. The hosts tried their best to manage that, but it did distract from our experience a bit. It happens, we don't live in a bubble! But I will say, the owners reached out after and offered us another trip, which was much appreciated and to me shows thoughtfulness and good customer service. Couple tips: You don't walk tooooo far, but I am glad I wore tennis shoes. They give you water and trail mix to take along, which is a nice touch too. I think there are few different versions of the tour, but definitely give them a try and prepare to be amazed! read more

The tour was a blast, certainly not for everyone but it was a plesant walk around the Riverwalk with fun jokes and interesting local facts. I am happy I stumbled upon them in the Residence Hotel which also houses The Shore. While getting the tickets was a bit of a kerfluffle for me, when that was sorted it was well worth the admission. It is a cute date idea or good way to spend 80 minutes, as a local it was still informative and fun. If a bit camp-y at times but that made it even better. I look forward to going on the tour again with more people in the future. read more

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A great way to learn some quirky tidbits about downtown, complete with energetic guides on this roughly 90 minute tour that keeps you engaged, even participating! Full of fun factoids, comedy and magic I won't go into the details that have been articulated previously. I'll just say it was well orchestrated, our guide was spot on, handled the passersby comically but respectful and made the event super enjoyable. We had a decent size group, but everyone seemed to feel engaged. A great event even for locals, but more fun with visitors. We look forward to doing this again when guests are in town. Now off to dinner at the Shore Room! read more

If you are looking for something new and unique to do, you have to try Weird Reno. It starts at the Renaissance Hotel in the basement. You get the meet the Hostess and Host. Their entertaining banter describes a little of what you will learn. You walk along the river and are taken back to 1930's Reno. The Host's stories are told in a way the educates and humors. He even gifts you with some light magic. The tour ends back at the Renaissance where you get some more magic that amazed even my skeptic partner. I can't recommend you check this out enough!! It's Magical!!! read more

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My fiancé's mom was visiting so I thought this would be a fun activity for the whole family! We went on a Friday evening so parking was a little harder to find. It's a lively/"poppin'" area so you could plan for dinner/drinks before and/or after the tour. Took about 90 minutes from parking to leaving but there's lots to do around so it could be a full evening of fun. They provided water and a snack beforehand. Lots of fun, entertaining, educational, and you get some physical activity in at the same time! Not gonna spoil any fun for those considering-- just go! Highly recommend! read more

My husband and I and another couple did this tour last Saturday. We are long time locals and very familiar with Reno. It was super fun. Our guide was really knowledgeable funny and in illusionist. It makes for a great combination of entertainment while learning local history and going for a nice stroll through downtown Reno. I highly recommend this tour read more

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The Weird Reno walking tour was for us a very fun evening out with friends, which we haven't had a lot of lately. The walking tour has some history, some humor, some magic and some skipping. It made for a whole lot of entertainment. We went with a group of friends and we all enjoyed the evening very much. Kalin and Jinger are very polished and professional and put on an excellent show. It's a wonderful way to spend an evening with friends. read more

Spent an afternoon with friends and this was a great way to do it. I've lived in Reno my entire life and learned a few interesting facts I'd never heard. Everyone did a great job and the magic was an added bonus. A fun way to see some of the things around Reno and especially loved walking through the old Post Office. A beautiful building with lot'su of history. read more

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Fun to do in Reno. Weird Reno is whimsical and educational. Take a short walk through the Downtown Reno Riverwalk area learning fun facts, enjoying magic tricks and groan worthy jokes (so many dad jokes kept me giggling the whole time). We are locals and we very much enjoyed learning new things. If you like history and/or magic and looking for a fun date idea try Weird Reno. read more

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What a delightful way to spend a few hours in downtown Reno! This walking tour combines weird Reno history, some magic, a little comedy, lots of audience participation, a dash of showmanship and enough "how in the heck did they do that?!?" moments to make for a truly enjoyable time. The Renaissance is a great jumping off point (plan for drinks or dinner before or after the show) and Kalin and Jinger are the perfect hosts. Great for locals, visitors, families, couples, you name it. Highly recommend! read more

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I was so happy to have Kalin, Jinger and Jacques back and providing fun, quality entertainment to the Reno area! We have enjoyed them for 30 years at The Carnival of Wonders, Magic Underground, Haunted Hallow and now Weird Reno. I highly recommend this walking tour. I learned new things and more about stories I have heard about over the years. read more

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I was given the opportunity to go on this tour as a Yelp Elite and am glad I did! I enjoy learning about the history of cities...throw in some magic and illusions and the good times are set. This was a different way to spend an 1.5 in our city. The magic was fun and the jokes were cheesy, but I still laughed at everything. Just know this is a lighthearted tour and don't take yourself too seriously. I would have been interested in some more history of Reno, but what I learned I did not already know. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Water and snacks are provided before the tour starts. The end of the tour is the best part so don't cut out early! read more

We decided to plan a date night now that we are fully vaccinated and the weather is warming up. The Weird Reno show was our first choice since we both had seen the Kalins perform in Reno over the years. We were not disappointed! Stared the evening with drinks and appetizers by the river at the Rennaissance and then went downstairs for Weird Reno in the old wine bar. The show was very entertaining and even got a chance to chat with Ginger Kalin about their Reno history. The walking tour was fun and informative, and the magic tricks were highly entertaining. Can't wait for their October events!!! Highly recommend. read more

We loved it! Very entertaining, interactive, and informative all at the same time. A couple of the magic tricks were truly remarkable... jaw-dropping. For an inexpensive way to have some fun, get some light walking, and see the City, this is a terrific option... Even better with a small group of friends. Plus, the tour starts at the Renaissance Hotel which has a cool bar ("The Shore") to pre-game or post-game. Water and snacks provided. read more

Definitely do this tour if you're a local or a visitor! There isn't much to do in Reno at times, but I'm so glad this tour exists. I really enjoyed the whole experience and they blew my minds with the tricks. read more

Kalin and Jinger are a Reno staple, and their newest endeavor is a hit! 90 minutes of fun, history and of course, magic. An easy walk through downtown that starts and ends at the Renaissance. Go do this! read more

Fun evening with off-beat humor, amazing magic tricks, and interesting Reno history. Recommended for couples of families. Great event to get outside and have fun! read more

This tour was amazing!!! That is all I can say !! Please please try it out. I would book them for private events.

The BEST entertainment in Reno! Friends from Los Angeles, San Diego, and Fort Worth all joined the experience on a Friday evening and loved every minute of it! Our hosts, Kalin and Jinger are brilliant entertainers and filled the evening with laughter and astonishment. We will definitely do this again! read more

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We took the Weird Reno walking tour on June 6 with a big group of friends. Very fun & entertaining, definitely would refer to a friend!

Great tour! Lots of laughs and very impressive magic! I highly recommend it to get a little history and background of Reno!

Bear in mind that I took the tour back in April when they were fairly new. I have a degree in history, and love all things weird and odd, so I figured this tour was right up my alley. I could go either way on magic, but it definitely sounded like an interesting combo, so my BF and I bought tickets. Meeting in the Renaissance to start the tour is nice. They started with a little trick that didn't actually work for either my BF or myself. All the while they had this background story sort of playing out in the background so to speak. I was really looking forward to learning a ton of history on the tour, as I was new to town then, but I left having not learned very much. It seemed like a lot of the tour was focused on dumb jokes and gags. For example, if someone walking by shows interest, they wanted the tour group to stare up at the sky, so the person ended up feeling dumb for having interest. Stopping the tour to awkwardly sing happy bday to someone just trying to enjoy a quiet dinner on the Riverfront didn't make a lot of sense to me either. I also took the tour to learn, but ended up being the center of a bunch of said stupid jokes on the tour. I didn't appreciate that, and it made the whole thing uncomfortable, because I was always on edge about getting called on to be mocked. A couple times the background storyline comes into play on the walk, and then again at the end, but it didn't really tie it all together for me. I am fully aware that this humor may just not be my type, and therefore the good times were lost on me. If you're looking for a deep dive into history or weird facts, I really don't believe this is the tour. If you're looking for a light-hearted short jaunt around a very small portion of Reno with cheap magic tricks, then this may be for you. read more

This event was a fun way of walking downtown to hear about the old Nevada West

Like the coolest class field trip you'll ever take, Weird Reno was such a fun, unique way to explore a new city. It was hilarious, and will leave you smiling in between scratching your head in wonder. As an out of towner, it was a fun surprise experience and don't worry if you're afraid to be picked on, it's easy to blend in and just take it in. Covid precautions are in place just like most of Reno, making me confident in recommending it. You can get cocktails at the bar upstairs before the tour to make it a great date night, or grab free water and trail mix compliments of the hotel for the kiddos. You'll laugh a lot, learn some trivia, and get your steps in. Get weird, Reno! read more

This was a wonderful afternoon date. Great reason to get out in our beautiful town, have a bite to eat and see live entertainment. I highly recommend. read more

Such a fun venue! Highly recommend!! Super educating and entertaining at the same time!! Mark was a fantastic host! Check it out! You won't be disappointed!! -Ashley Machado read more

This was a fun & entertaining tour. I have lived in Reno for most of my life, and was interesting to learn new things about the city. This tour is good for locals and visitors alike, as the magic is impressive and the humor clever and amusing. We enjoyed it even on a very hot afternoon. read more

This tour was so much fun! Even as locals, we still learned a lot about Reno. The stories were engaging, the close-up magic was impressive and we were smiling and laughing the whole time. This was more than just a magic show or a walking tour, it was a great experience and we will have happy memories to look back on! I highly recommend this tour to anyone traveling through Reno and to any locals also. read more

This was not only fun, also informative. Thoroughly enjoyed it! Good for families, too.

We are still talking about the fun we had a couple of weekends ago on the Weird Reno Tour. It was the perfect "towards the end of the pandemic" activity. Be intrigued. amazed and entertained. There are stories within stories and some magic too, all rolled up in a professional presentation. Looking forward to taking the tour again with out-of-town visitors. Know they will be impressed by the latest cool thing to do in Reno. read more

The tour was wonderful! Great fun. We have followed these two for years. Always unique, always magical. Loved it!!

We had a wonderful time on this entertaining and informative walking tour. The hosts charmed us with magic and jokes while we learned unknown facts about Reno, which made for an amusing and unique experiance. I would be sure to go again - a definite recommendation!!! read more