No matter what you do, it's going to be tough in early Sept.

Baloon Races, Reno.

Airplane Races, Reno.

Ostridge/Camel Races, Virginia City.

But,I have a need to be in Reno frequently and I use tripres.com. If you wanna try it, use the "MYSTERY" hotel feature. They won't tell you which hotel you'll be at until you pay for it, but i've never failed to end up in the towers at either The Peppermill or the towers at J.A. Nugget. Nice rooms for $30.00 to $40.00.

Good luck.

Rick