Following the all-abilities playground that was installed at Pah Rah Park in 2017, the City of Sparks recently broke ground on another all-abilities playground at the Sparks Marina. Construction began on January 18 and will be closed as it removes and replaces the equipment with new play structures, shade, and a surrounding fence. The project was approved by the city council as … [Read more...]
New Luxury Apartments now Open at the Sparks Marina
The Waterfront at the Marina Luxury Apartment Homes held its grand opening on Saturday with an event that included food, drinks, charcuterie and snow cones along with paddleboard yoga, beachball and silk dancer performances. Live artists, a paint auction, and local DJ were also part of the grand opening celebration. “We are thrilled to bring this one-of-a-kind luxury living … [Read more...]
Adventure Day in Sparks
Plans announced for groundbreaking ceremony of Veterans Memorial Plaza
A new veterans memorial is going into the Sparks Marina, and the city is inviting everyone to partake in the March 29 celebration of the Veterans Memorial Plaza groundbreaking event. Starting at 10 a.m., Sparks city councilmembers, state congressmen and government representatives from Henderson and Las Vegas will be around to offer their support of this new plaza. There … [Read more...]
New hotel opens its doors at Sparks Marina
If you’ve driven down East Lincoln Way or ventured down Harbor Cove Drive to grab a drink by Lighthouse Coffee in the last two years, then you’ve probably noticed a lot of development going on. Over on 325 Harbor Cove, LandCap Investment Partners is still in the process of building out its new Sparks Marina Waterfront apartment complex and marina “Town Centre”. Coining it … [Read more...]
Water Lantern Festival Saturday in Sparks
A bright, glittery glow will be emanating from of the waters of the Sparks Marina on the evening of July 21 as part of the national One World Water Lantern Festival. At more than 50 ponds and lakes across America, families and friends will be releasing lanterns all summer long that carry messages of hope, happiness, healing, and love while also enjoying good food, music, and a … [Read more...]
Adventure Day set for Sunday at the Marina
For its 13th year in a row, people with disabilities and their friends can try out a variety of sports for free at the Sparks Marina on August 20. Named after the famed 2-time para-Olympian, filmmaker, author, and motivational speaker Mark Wellman, those who interested in trying out new activities now have their chance at Mark Wellman’s Adventure Day. “Mark is the main … [Read more...]
Marina plays host to jet ski racing series
On June 3-4, dozens of amateur and professional Jet Ski racers gathered at the Sparks Marina for an action-packed weekend of racing on the water. As one of the stops on The Bud Light JetJam Racing series, the family-friendly and free event at the Sparks Marina showcased riders who combined incredible speed and technical abilities to vie for cash prizes. “We started this race … [Read more...]