Midtown Reno is holding a fundraiser at 6 p.m. this Friday at Reno Public Market to raise money for this year’s Dancing In The Streets event in July.
The evening will feature a performance by ’80s cover band New Wave Crave and remarks from Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve, along with raffle prizes, merchandise for purchase, a signature cocktail supporting the event, and mini Dancing In The Streets-style experiences.
Organizers say that while the summer event has always been free to attend, producing it comes at a cost.
“Dancing in the Streets has always been free for our community. But free doesn’t mean free to produce. Permits, stages, safety, infrastructure... it all adds up.”
To move forward with this year’s event, organizers say they need to raise $20,000 by the end of March. If that goal is not met, the event will not take place.
They say if two-thirds of last year’s attendees donated $1, the goal would already be met. The fundraiser itself is free to attend, with a suggested $20 donation at the door.
Organizers are encouraging people to show up and contribute if they can. For those unable to attend, donations can be made at renomidtown.com/dancinginthestreets.
The event begins at 6 p.m. when doors open, followed by a dance experience as guests arrive. Guests will be welcomed and invited to order food and cocktails as a slideshow and photobooth images begin on screen.
At 6:40 p.m., Mayor Schieve will speak, followed by live music from New Wave Crave starting at 7 p.m. A second dance experience begins at 8:15 p.m., and the band resumes at 8:30 p.m.
Organizers say the goal is to raise the money needed by the end of March so the event can take place in July.
