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Plan Your Trip to Reno

Schedule and Arrival

The conference begins in the afternoon on Monday, November 18, and concludes in the afternoon on Wednesday, November 20. Pre-conference workshops are held in the morning on Monday, November 18.

Suggested arrival:

  • Pre-Conference Workshop Attendees - Plan to arrive on Sunday, November 17
  • General Conference Attendees - Plan to arrive by early afternoon on Monday, November 18

** Please note that Reno is in the Pacific Time Zone

Please see the tentative schedule of events for planning your arrival. The full schedule, including educational sessions, will be available at a later date.

Conference Hotel

The 2024 National Conference will be held in Reno, Nevada, "The Biggest Little City in the World." The conference will take place at the Peppermill Resort Spa Casino, Reno's premier AAA Four-Diamond Resort.

Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
2707. S. Virginia Street
Reno, NV 89502

Please review the Conference Hotel and Accommodations information to book your accommodations for the conference. 

Getting to Reno and the Conference Hotel

We suggest flying into Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO). The Peppermill Reno Resort is 2.5 miles, approximately 8 minutes, from the airport. Visit the Reno-Tahoe International Airport maps.

The Peppermill offers a free shuttle to and from the airport. It departs every half-hour.

  • Shuttle Service from the Airport to the Peppermill: The shuttle departs from the airport every half hour from 4:15 a.m. -11:45 p.m. Pick-up location is at the North exit of the Baggage Claim area. Look for the shuttle bus with Peppermill on the side.
  • Shuttle Service from the Peppermill to the Airport: The shuttle departs from the Peppermill every half hour from 4:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. Pick-up location is at the valet area outside the hotel lobby.

Hotel Amenities

The Peppermill Resort offers a wide range of destination resort features and amenities that provide guests with award-winning hospitality, convenience, and enjoyment.

These include:

  • Business Center
  • Concierge
  • Pools and Cabanas
  • Fitness Center
  • Shops and Restaurants
  • Arcade

Weather

In late November, Reno is typically mild in the afternoon (Average high - 53.8 degrees). Overnight temperatures are a bit colder (Average low - 26.8 degrees). While we cannot guarantee good weather, Reno gets 300+ days of sunshine annually, so bring your sunglasses!

Reno Excursions

Explore Reno with your AHEPPP community! Please see below for details.

Campus Tour of University of Nevada Reno
Monday, November 18, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Depart from the Peppermill Resort Lobby
Cost: Free
Transportation: On your own; feel free to use any rideshare apps that you prefer. To enhance your experience, consider teaming up and riding with a colleague.
 

Looking to tour the State College of Nevada? Since its inception in 1874 as the state of Nevada's first university, the University of Nevada Reno has delivered on the promise of providing the citizens of Nevada with a better future. Check out this video and sign up for the tour here. * This excursion is capped at 25 people. If more than 25 people register, we will inquire about hosting a larger tour.

Reno Food & Wine Tour
Monday, November 18, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Depart from the Peppermill Resort Lobby
Cost: $110 per person
Tour: Walking tour covering about 1.5 miles through Downtown Reno
Transportation to and from the tour departure location: On your own; feel free to use any rideshare apps that you prefer. To enhance your experience, consider teaming up and riding with a colleague.
 

Discover Reno's most historic, mouthwatering neighborhoods and off-the-beaten path locations. This essential guide to Reno's vibrant downtown food scene features delicious tastings from locally-owned restaurants. Check out the detailed FAQs for more information about the experience. Book your reservation here.

Self-Guided Tour of MidTown Reno
Monday, November 18, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., or after the conference
Transportation: On your own; feel free to use any rideshare apps that you prefer.
 

MidTown Reno is a vibrant and historic district celebrated for its local art scene, diverse dining, and thriving community of entrepreneurs, making it a hub of creativity and local flavor. This self-guided tour is at your own pace. Check out the visit MidTown and visit Reno sites for more information.

Networking Dinners

Join colleagues for a networking dinner on Monday, November 18 and/or Tuesday, November 19 at various locations inside the Peppermill Resort and throughout Reno! Each networking dinner location can accommodate 10 guests. Each guest pays for their own meal. Please see the networking dinner options in the AHEPPP Conference app to register for a dinner.

Places to Eat

Breakfast, Lunch, and Coffee

Dinner and Evening Drinks

Attractions In and Near Reno, NV

  • University of Nevada Reno
  • Reno Riverwalk
  • Downtown Reno
  • Lake Tahoe
  • Reno's Various Casinos
  • Midtown
  • The Discovery
  • National Bowling Alley
  • Meadowood Mall
  • San Rafael Park
  • Coffee N' Comics
  • National Automobile Museum
  • Greater Nevada Baseball Field
  • Nevada Museum Of Art

Local Colleges/Universities

  • University of Nevada, Reno
  • Truckee Meadows Community College
  • Western Nevada College
  • Nevada State University